Chapter 4.3

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Chapter 4.3

4.3.2.4 Delete “ waste”

4.3.2.4.1 Replace “ Bulk waste goods of class 6.2 (UN Nos. 2814 and 2900 (animal carcasses only)) ” with “ Transport in bulk containers of animal material of class 6.2 ”

Insert “Animal material containing infectious substances (UN Nos. 2814, 2900 and 3373) is authorized for transport in bulk containers provided the following conditions are met:” before “.1 closed bulk containers …”

4.3.2.4.1.2 Replace “Waste goods UN 2814 and 2900” with “The animal material”

4.3.2.4.1.3 Delete “used for the transport of waste goods UN 2814 and 2900”

Insert “Note: Additional provisions may be required by appropriate national health authorities.”

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