What is Cushioning Material?
Cushioning Material Material placed around or between packages or within packaging to protect dangerous goods from shocks and vibration during transport, as specified by IATA DGR and IMDG Code.
Source: Incoterms 2020 (ICC), FIATA, IATA DGR, WCO
How is “Cushioning Material” Used in Practice?
Cushioning material must prevent movement of inner packagings within the outer package to avoid breakage.
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What is Cushioning Material?
Material placed around or between packages or within packaging to protect dangerous goods from shocks and vibration during transport, as specified by IATA DGR and IMDG Code.
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