# Packaging regulations

*Last updated: 2026-06-22*

> Shippers, freight forwarders, and manufacturers are legally required to comply with packaging regulations—binding rules governing the materials, construction, labelling, and testing of transport packaging.

Shippers, freight forwarders, and manufacturers are legally required to comply with packaging regulations—binding rules governing the materials, construction, labelling, and testing of transport packaging. The core purpose is to protect goods from damage, loss, and contamination while satisfying applicable safety and environmental requirements. Rules are most stringent for hazardous materials: ADR covers road transport, the IMDG Code governs sea freight, and the IATA DGR applies to air cargo. Non-compliance can result in customs holds, cargo refusal, or liability claims at destination. Applicable requirements differ considerably by transport mode, commodity type, and target market—a packaging solution approved for road may not meet air cargo standards. Packaging regulations are distinct from voluntary standards such as ISO norms, which carry technical recommendations without direct legal force.

**Source:** [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Packaging_and_labeling](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Packaging_and_labeling)

## Quick Facts

| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Term | Packaging regulations |
| Language | EN |
| Word count | 123 |
| Last updated | 2026-06-22 |
| Source | https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Packaging_and_labeling |

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