UN Mark IIP Certificate For Gases - Process, Fees

To obtain IIP Certificate for Class 2 Gases, the following documents must be submitted to the certifying authority:

The following table provides a detailed structure of the IIP UN Mark Certification fees for Class 2 Gases, including Normal, Combine, and Tatkal mode charges.

Note: The above fee structure represents the Normal Mode, Combined Mode, and Tatkal Mode charges for testing and certification of packaging materials for UN Certificates. If you obtain for Combined Tatkal Mode Certification, the Government fee will be 1.5x the Normal Mode charges.

Note: Professional Fee for IIP UN Mark certification Registration Normal mode starts from 25,000 whereas the Combine mode( Air & Sea) Fee is 37,500.

In any packaging containers used to transport compressed, liquefied, or dissolved gases under pressure, a UN Mark IIP Certificate for Gases is a compliance certification. This certification guarantees that the packaging satisfies the necessary safety, quality, and performance requirements for handling hazardous gases during storage and transportation. It is based on the guidelines established by the United Nations Recommendations on the Transport of Dangerous Goods

The Indian Institute of Packaging, or "IIP," is the official organization in India in charge of testing and certifying packaging materials under UN standards. The UN Mark is a global symbol of compliance. Packaging for gases, such as cylinders or specialized containers, needs to be put through a rigorous testing process to make sure it can tolerate pressure, stop leaks, and stay stable while in transit under various circumstances.

The UN Mark IIP Certification for Class 2 Gases is an internationally recognized packaging certification for transporting hazardous goods. It guarantees adherence to United Nations (UN) regulations for the safe storage, handling, and transportation of dangerous materials. Here are the key benefits:

• Enhanced Safety: Certified packaging undergoes rigorous testing, including drop tests, pressure resistance, and leakproof verification, ensuring protection against spills, leaks, or contamination.
• International Trade Facilitation: Recognized by regulatory authorities worldwide, UN certification streamlines customs clearance for hazardous material shipments, minimizing legal complexities.
• Increased Market Credibility: This certification demonstrates a company’s commitment to safety, quality, and reliability, enhancing its reputation among customers, suppliers, and regulatory bodies while improving market access.
• Cost Savings: UN approved packaging helps businesses avoid penalties, legal issues, and shipment rejections, reducing costs linked to non-compliance, damaged goods, and safety risks.
• Competitive Advantage: Securing an IIP UN Mark certificate strengthens a company’s competitiveness by meeting high safety and quality standards, attracting more customers and business partners.

Class 2 Hazardous materials (HAZMAT) cover compressed, liquified, dissolved, or deeply refrigerated gases. Class 2 gases are divided into three sub-divisions based on the primary hazard of the gas:

• Division 2.1 (Flammable Gases): 2.1 flammable gases are highly explosive or ignitable when mixed with air at specific concentrations. Some common examples include propane, butane, acetylene, and hydrogen.
• Division 2.2 (Non-Flammable, Non-Toxic Gases): Gases that do not fit into other divisions normally fall under this category. Common examples include nitrogen, helium, carbon dioxide, and oxygen.
• Division 2.3 (Toxic Gases): These gases are hazardous to human health and pose a risk of poisoning or fatality during transport. Examples include chlorine, ammonia, hydrogen fluoride, and methyl bromide.

Class 2 Gases require UN Certification to ensure safe transportation by air or sea as proof of compliance with international safety regulations. Here is the list of Class 2 Gases:

• Division 2.1 Flammable Gases: Propane (UN1978), Butane (UN1011), Methane (UN1971), Acetylene (UN1001), Hydrogen (UN1049), Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG) (UN1965), Natural Gas, Ethylene, Dimethyl Ether, Isobutane
• Division 2.2 Non-Flammable, Non-Toxic Gases: Oxygen (UN1072), Nitrogen (UN1977), Argon (UN1006), Carbon Dioxide, Helium (UN1046), Neon, Compressed Air, Refrigerant Gases (e.g., R-134a, R-22), Nitrous Oxide (Laughing Gas), Krypton
• Toxic Gases: Chlorine (UN1017), Ammonia (UN1005), Carbon Monoxide, Phosgene, Hydrogen Sulfide, Methyl Bromide, Sulfur Dioxide, Arsine, Cyanogen, Fluorine

Note: Class 2 gases do not use Packing Groups (I/II/III). Class 2 packaging requirements are based on the gas Division (2.1/2.2/2.3) and the specific gas properties (pressure, toxicity, flammability). 

In India, gas cylinder manufacture, filling, and transport is regulated by PESO (Petroleum & Explosives Safety Organisation) under the Gas Cylinders Rules 2016. IIP UN Mark Certification (for packaging) and PESO compliance (for cylinders themselves) are two separate but complementary requirements for Indian gas cylinder exporters. IIP certification validates the OUTER PACKAGING (e.g. wooden crate around gas cylinder), not the cylinder itself, cylinder compliance falls under BIS standards (IS 7285, IS 7312).

Both IIP UN Mark and BIS Cylinder Certification ensures safety but serves different purposes. IIP UN mark certifies the packaging used to transport goods whereas BIS certifies the gas cylinder product for domestic manufacturing and sale purposes.

The IIP Certificate for class 2 gases, issued by the Indian Institute of Packaging (IIP), is a recognized certification that confirms packaging for dangerous goods including explosives meet prescribed safety, quality, and performance standards for storage and transportation. The validity of the IIP Certificate depends on the ISO certification status of the manufacturer and compliance with applicable packaging standards.

• ISO 9000 Certified Manufacturers: Valid for 18 months
• General Category (Non-ISO) Manufacturers: Valid for 9 months

Note: Extension beyond 18 or 9 months is strictly non-extendable. Upon expiration of the certificate, manufacturers must submit new samples and repeat testing process to obtain a fresh IIP certificate for class 2 gases.