European Agreement concerning the International Carriage of Dangerous Goods by Road (ADR)
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European Agreement concerning the International Carriage of Dangerous Goods by Road (ADR) (Adoption: 30 September 1957; Entry into force: 29 January 1968; Major revisions in 1975 and 2011) |
United Nations treaty that governs transnational transport of hazardous materials. |
Annex A regulates the merchandise involved, notably their packaging and labels. Annex B regulates the construction, equipment, and use of vehicles for the transport of hazardous materials. Distinguishes nine classes of dangerous goods, with appropriate hazard pictograms. |