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Transport Engineering Department

Programme of Work




TED24 : Transport Packages, Packaging Codes and Pallets Sectional Committee


  • Scope : a) Standardization of Transport packages, Rigid Intermediate Bulk Containers excluding freight containers, Pallets, their testing, intensities of tests, along with standardization of Palletization and packaging codes for Transport Packages and their components." b) Co-ordination of work with ISO/TC 122 and its sub-committees ISO/TC 122/ SC 3 and ISO/TC 122/SC 4 and ISO/TC 51.
  • Liaison :
    ISO/TC 122 - Packaging - Participating (P)
    ISO/TC 122/SC 3 - Performance requirements and tests for means of packaging, packages and unit loads (as required by ISO/TC 122) - Participating (P)
    ISO/TC 122/SC 4 - Packaging and the environment - Participating (P)
    ISO/TC 51 - Pallets for unit load method of materials handling - Participating (P)

Published Standards

SI. No.
IS No.
Title
Reaffirmation Details
No. of Amendments
Degree of Equivalence
1.
 IS 10106 (Part 1):1982
Reviewed In : 2021
Packaging code: Part 1 factors affecting the selection of packaging
January, 2021
-
Indigenous
2.
 IS 10106 (Part 1/Sec 1):1990
Reviewed In : 2021
Packaging code: Part 1 product packaging . section 1 foodstuffs and perishables
January, 2021
-
Indigenous
3.
 IS 10106 (Part 1/Sec 2):1986
Reviewed In : 2023
Packaging code: Part 1 product packaging section 2 tobacco and tobacco products
February, 2023
-
Indigenous
4.
 IS 10106 (Part 1/Sec 3):1986
Reviewed In : 2023
Packaging code: Part 1 product packaging section 3 textiles, fabrics and allied products
February, 2023
-
Indigenous
5.
 IS 10106 (Part 1/Sec 4):1995
Reviewed In : 2024
Packagingcode: Part 1 product pack - Aging section 4 package cushioning design
January, 2024
-
Indigenous
6.
 IS 10106 (Part 1/Sec 5):1990
Reviewed In : 2022
Packaging code: Part 1 product packaging section 5 marking, addressing and identification
March, 2022
-
Indigenous
7.
 IS 10106 (Part 1/Sec 6):1992
Reviewed In : 2022
Packaging code: Part 1 product packaging section 6 protection against spoilage of packages and their contents by micro - Organisms, insects, mites and rodents
March, 2022
-
Indigenous
8.
 IS 10106 (Part 2/Sec 3):1984
Reviewed In : 2025
Packaging code: Part 2 packaging materials section 3 plastics materials
February, 2025
-
Indigenous
9.
 IS 10106 (Part 2/Sec 4):1986
Reviewed In : 2023
Packaging code: Part 2 packaging materials section 4 fabrics
February, 2023
-
Indigenous
10.
 IS 10106 (Part 2/Sec 5):1990
Reviewed In : 2021
Packaging code: Part 2 packaging materials section 5 wood and plywood
January, 2021
-
Indigenous
11.
 IS 10106 (Part 2/Sec 6):1990
Reviewed In : 2021
Packaging code: Part 2 packaging materials section 6 flexible laminates
January, 2021
-
Indigenous
12.
 IS 10106 (Part 3/Sec 1):1984
Reviewed In : 2023
Packaging: Part 3 ancilliary code materials section 1 cushioning materials
March, 2023
-
Indigenous
13.
 IS 10106 (Part 3/Sec 2):1986
Reviewed In : 2022
Packaging code: Part 3 ancillary materials section 2 adhesive tapes for closing and sealing
March, 2022
-
Indigenous
14.
 IS 10106 (Part 3/Sec 3):1985
Reviewed In : 2023
Packaging code: Part 3 ancillary materials section 3 tensional strapping
March, 2023
-
Indigenous
15.
 IS 10106 (Part 3/Sec 4):1988
Reviewed In : 2023
Packaging code: Part 3 ancillary materials section 4 desiccants
February, 2023
-
Indigenous
16.
 IS 10106 (Part 3/Sec 5):1990
Reviewed In : 2022
Packagingcode: Part 3 ancillary materials section 5 twines and cords
March, 2022
-
Indigenous
17.
 IS 10106 (Part 4/Sec 3):1984
Reviewed In : 2025
Packaging code: Part 4 packages section 3 plastics
March, 2025
-
Indigenous
18.
 IS 10106 (Part 4/Sec 4):1984
Reviewed In : 2025
Packaging code: Part 4 packages section 4 glass containers
March, 2025
-
Indigenous
19.
 IS 10106 (Part 4/Sec 5):1986
Reviewed In : 2022
Packaging code: Part 4 packages section 5 wood based containers
March, 2022
-
Indigenous
20.
 IS 10106 (Part 4/Sec 6):1986
Reviewed In : 2023
Packaging code: Part 4 packages section 6 fabrics/textiles
February, 2023
-
Indigenous
21.
 IS 10112:1982
Reviewed In : 2023
Code of practice for the packaging of bonded abrasive products
February, 2023
-
Indigenous
22.
 IS 11076:1984
Reviewed In : 2024
Guide for palletization of cashew kernels for export
January, 2024
-
Indigenous
23.
 IS/ISO 11156:2011
ISO 11156 : 2011
Packaging Accessible Design General Requirements
-
Identical under dual numbering
24.
 IS 11431:1985
Reviewed In : 2025
Code of practice for the packaging of electrical indicating and recording instruments
March, 2025
-
Indigenous
25.
 IS 1260 (Part 1):1973
Reviewed In : 2023
Pictorial Marking for Handling and Labelling of Goods: Part 1 Dangerous Goods (First Revision)
February, 2023
-
26.
 IS 1260 (Part 2):2020

Reviewed In : 2025
Packaging — Distribution Packaging — Graphical Symbols for Handling and Storage of Packages Part 2 General Goods ( Fourth Revision )
February, 2025
-
Identical under dual numbering
27.
 IS/ISO 12776:2008
ISO 12776 : 2008
Pallets — Slip Sheets
-
Identical under dual numbering
28.
 IS 12864 (Part 1):1989
Reviewed In : 2025
Packaging of thermosflasks for export - Code of practice: Part 1 complete flask
March, 2025
-
Indigenous
29.
 IS 12864 (Part 2):1989
Reviewed In : 2025
Packaging export of thermosflasks for - Export - Code of practice: Part 2 glass refills
February, 2025
-
Indigenous
30.
 IS 13013 (Part 1):1990
Reviewed In : 2023
Code of practice for packaging thermal insulation materials: Part 1 slabs, mattresses and pipesections made of fibrous materials
February, 2023
-
Indigenous
31.
 IS 13191:2019
ISO 8317 : 2015
Reviewed In : 2024
Child - Resistant packaging - Requirements and testing procedures for reclosable packages (First Revision)
January, 2024
-
Identical under dual numbering
32.
 IS/ISO 13274:2013
ISO 13274 : 2013
Packaging Transport Packaging for Dangerous Goods Plastics Compatibility Testing for Packaging and IBCS
-
Identical under dual numbering
33.
 IS 13608:1993
Reviewed In : 2024
Sheet pallets - Specification
January, 2024
-
Indigenous
34.
 IS 13609:1992
Reviewed In : 2024
Pallets - Quality of timber - Guidelines
January, 2024
-
Indigenous
35.
 IS 13664:1993
Reviewed In : 2024
Poly - Pallets for bag storage godowns - Specification
January, 2024
2
Indigenous
36.
 IS 13823:1993
Reviewed In : 2024
Guidelines for palletization - General cargo
January, 2024
-
Indigenous
37.
 IS 14208:2018
ISO 3676 : 2012
Reviewed In : 2023
Packaging - Complete , Filled transport packages and unit loads - unit load dimensions (first Revision)
March, 2023
-
Identical under dual numbering
38.
 IS 14233:1995
Reviewed In : 2025
Packaging - Pharmaceutical products - Child resistant tamper - proof packaging for solid dosage forms - Code of practice
March, 2025
-
Indigenous
39.
 IS 14328:1995
Reviewed In : 2021
Packaging - Export packaging of diesel engines upto 500kg - Code of pracitice
January, 2021
-
Indigenous
40.
 IS 15408:2021
ISO 15394 : 2017
Packaging - Bar Code and Two-dimensional Symbols for Shipping, Transport and Receiving Labels ( Second Revision )
-
Identical under dual numbering
41.
 IS 15494:2004
ISO 11683
Reviewed In : 2025
Packaging - Tactile warnings of danger - Requirements
March, 2025
-
Indigenous
42.
 IS 15526:2004
Reviewed In : 2025
Packaging - Complete, filled transport packages - Stability testing of unit loads
March, 2025
-
Modified/Technically Equivalent
43.
 IS 15763:2020
ISO 13355 : 2016
Reviewed In : 2025
Packaging — Complete, Filled Transport Packages and Unit Loads — Vertical Random Vibration Test ( First Revision )
March, 2025
-
Identical under dual numbering
44.
 IS 15771:2008
Reviewed In : 2023
Packaging - Complete, filled transport packages and unitloads - Impact test by rotational drop
March, 2023
-
Indigenous
45.
 IS 15875:2009
ISO 15867
Reviewed In : 2025
Intermediate bulk containers (IBCs) for non - Dangerous goods - Terminology
March, 2025
-
Identical under dual numbering
46.
 IS 16058:2024
Dunnage pallets made from recycled packaging wastes for warehousing application - Specification (First Revision)
1
Indigenous
47.
 IS/ISO 16103:2005
ISO 16103 : 2005
Packaging Transport packaging for dangerous goods Recycled plastics material
-
Identical under dual numbering
48.
 IS/ISO 16106:2020
ISO 16106 : 2020
Reviewed In : 2025
Transport packages for dangerous goods Dangerous goods packagings intermediate bulk containers IBCs and large packagings Guidelines for the application of ISO 9001
March, 2025
-
Identical under dual numbering
49.
 IS/ISO 18756:2024
ISO 16495 : 2022
Packaging - Transport Packaging for Dangerous Goods - Test Methods (First Revision)
-
Identical under dual numbering
50.
 IS 16961 (Part 2):2024
ISO 21067-2 : 2015
PACKAGING - VOCABULARY - PART 2 GENERAL TERMS
-
Identical under dual numbering
51.
 IS 16961 (Part 1):2024
ISO 21067-1: 2016
PACKAGING - VOCABULARY - PART 1 GENERAL TERMS (First Revision)
-
Identical under dual numbering
52.
 IS 17427:2020

Reviewed In : 2025
Wooden ( Timber ) Pallets for Packaging, Storage and Transportation - Specification
January, 2025
4
Indigenous
53.
 IS/ISO 17480:2015
ISO 17480 : 2015
Packaging — Accessible Design — Ease of Opening
-
Identical under dual numbering
54.
 IS/ISO/TS 18614:2016
ISO/TS 18614 : 2016
Packaging Label Material Required Information for Ordering and Specifying Self-Adhesive Labels
-
Identical under dual numbering
55.
 IS 3971:2019
ISO 445 : 2013
Reviewed In : 2024
Pallets for materials handling - Vocabulary (Third Revision)
January, 2024
-
Identical under dual numbering
56.
 IS 4300:1989
Reviewed In : 2024
Box pallets for through transit of goods - Specification (First Revision)
March, 2024
1
Indigenous
57.
 IS 4740:1979
Reviewed In : 2023
Code of Practice for Packaging of Steel Tubes
February, 2023
-
58.
 IS 5325:1989
Reviewed In : 2024
Box pallets for through transit of goods - Methods of Test (First Revision)
March, 2024
1
Indigenous
59.
 IS 6219:2024
ISO 8611-1: 2021
Pallets for Materials Handling - Flat Pallets - Methods of Test (Third Revision)
-
Identical under dual numbering
60.
 IS 6865:1973
Reviewed In : 2024
Specification for pallets for use in ISO series 1 freight containers
January, 2024
-
Indigenous
61.
 IS 6963:1973
Reviewed In : 2025
Pictorial marking on packages containing photographic materials sensitive to radiant energy
March, 2025
-
Indigenous
62.
 IS 7028 (Part 1):2002
ISO 2234
Reviewed In : 2023
Performance tests for complete, filled transport packages: Part 1 stacking tests using static load (Second Revision)
March, 2023
-
Identical under dual numbering
63.
 IS 7028 (Part 2):2002
ISO 2247
Reviewed In : 2023
Performance tests for complete, filled transport packages: Part 2 vibration test at fixed low frequency (Second Revision)
March, 2023
-
Identical under dual numbering
64.
 IS 7028 (Part 3):2002
ISO 2244
Reviewed In : 2023
Performance tests for complete, filled transport packages: Part 3 horizontal impact tests (Horizontal Or Inclined Test, Pendulum Test) (second Revision)
March, 2023
-
Identical under dual numbering
65.
 IS 7028 (Part 4):1987
ISO 2248
Reviewed In : 2023
Performance tests for complete, filled transport packages part4 vertical impact drop (First Revision)
February, 2023
-
Identical under dual numbering
66.
 IS 7028 (Part 5):1987
ISO 2876
Reviewed In : 2023
Performance tests for complete, filled transport packages: Part 5 rolling test (First Revision)
February, 2023
-
Identical under dual numbering
67.
 IS 7028 (Part 6):1987
ISO 2872
Reviewed In : 2023
Performance tests for complete, filled transport packages: Part 6 compression test (First Revision)
March, 2023
-
Identical under dual numbering
68.
 IS 7028 (Part 7):2002
ISO 2873
Reviewed In : 2023
Performance tests for complete, filled transport packages: Part 7 low pressure test (Second Revision)
March, 2023
-
Identical under dual numbering
69.
 IS 7028 (Part 8):2002
ISO 2875
Reviewed In : 2023
Performance tests for complete, filled transport packages: Part 8 water spray test (Second Revision)
March, 2023
-
Identical under dual numbering
70.
 IS 7028 (Part 9):2020
ISO 12048 : 1994
Reviewed In : 2025
Packaging -- Complete filled transport packages -- Compression and stacking tests using a compression tester
March, 2025
-
Identical under dual numbering
71.
 IS 7028 (Part 10):1986
ISO 8474
Reviewed In : 2023
Performance tests for complete filled transport packages: Part 10 water immersion test
March, 2023
-
Identical under dual numbering
72.
 IS 7028 (Part 11):1986
ISO 8768
Reviewed In : 2023
Performance tests for complete filled transport packages: Part 11 toppling test
March, 2023
-
Identical under dual numbering
73.
 IS 7028 (Part 12):2002
ISO 8318
Reviewed In : 2023
Performance tests for complete, filled transport packages: Part 12 vibration test using a sinusoidal variable frequency (First Revision)
March, 2023
-
Identical under dual numbering
74.
 IS 7030:1988
ISO 2206
Reviewed In : 2024
Identification of parts for complete, filled transport packages when testing (First Revision)
January, 2024
-
Modified/Technically Equivalent
75.
 IS 7031:2002
ISO 2233
Reviewed In : 2023
Method of conditioning for testing of complete, filled transport packages (Second Revision)
March, 2023
-
Identical under dual numbering
76.
 IS 7276:2021
ISO 6780 : 2003
Flat Pallets for Intercontinental Materials Handling - Principal Dimensions and Tolerances ( Third Revision )
-
Identical under dual numbering
77.
 IS 7705:1975
Reviewed In : 2025
Code of practice for packaging of precision and special purpose steel tubes
March, 2025
1
Indigenous
78.
 IS 7804:1983
Reviewed In : 2024
Guide for palletization of tea - Chests (First Revision)
January, 2024
-
Indigenous
79.
 IS 7960 (Part 1):1976
Reviewed In : 2023
Code of practice for packaging machine tools: Part 1 for overseas shipment
February, 2023
-
Indigenous
80.
 IS 8005:2024
ISO 3569: 1976
Continuous Mechanical Handling Equipment — Classification of Unit Loads (First Revision)
-
Identical under dual numbering
81.
 IS 8006:1988
Reviewed In : 2024
Recommendations for handling of timber pallets (First Revision)
January, 2024
-
Indigenous
82.
 IS 8354:1977
Reviewed In : 2025
Code of practice for packaging of electric fans
March, 2025
1
Indigenous
83.
 IS 8355:1977
Reviewed In : 2025
Code of practice for packaging of sewing machine for household purposes
March, 2025
-
Indigenous
84.
 IS 8470:2018
ISO 3394 : 2012
Reviewed In : 2023
Packaging - Complete, Filled Transport Packages and Unit Loads - Dimensions of Rigid Rectangular Packages (Second Revision)
March, 2023
-
Identical under dual numbering
85.
 IS 8715:1978
Reviewed In : 2023
Code of practice for packaging of bicycles for export
February, 2023
-
Indigenous
86.
 IS 8716:1978
Reviewed In : 2025
Code of practice for packaging of household electrical appliances
March, 2025
-
87.
 IS 8717:1978
Reviewed In : 2025
Code of practice for packaging of cast iron pipes and fittings of 150 mm diameter and below
March, 2025
-
Indigenous
88.
 IS 9111:1979
Reviewed In : 2024
Glossary of terms and classification pertaining to transport packaging
January, 2024
-
Indigenous
89.
 IS 9208:1979
Reviewed In : 2023
Guide for palletization of mica for export
February, 2023
-
Indigenous
90.
 IS 9732:1981
ISO 4178
Reviewed In : 2023
Method for recording information for distribution trials for complete, filled transport packages
February, 2023
-
Indigenous
91.
 IS 9733:2024
ISO 4180: 2019
Packaging — Complete, Filled Transport Packages — General Rules for the Compilation of Performance Test Schedules (Second Revision)
-
Identical under dual numbering

Standards Under Develpoment

Projects Approved

SI. No.
Doc No
TITLE
No Records Found

Preliminary Draft Standards

SI. No.
Doc No
TITLE
1
TED 24 (26975)
Revision of: IS 13664:1993
PLASTIC PALLETS FOR BAG STORAGE APPLICATIONS IN WAREHOUSES SPECIFICATION

Drafts Standards in WC Stage

SI. No.
Doc No
TITLE
No Records Found

Draft Standards Completed WC Stage

SI. No.
Doc No
TITLE
1
TED 24 (28466)
Wooden Timber Pallets for Packaging Storage and Transportation - Specification

Finalized Draft Indian Standard

SI. No.
Doc No
TITLE
No Records Found

Finalized Draft Indian Standards under Print

SI. No.
Doc No
TITLE
No Records Found


Aspect Wise Report

 
 Product:   8
 Code of Practices :    45
 Methods of Test :   23
 Terminology :   4
 Dimensions :   5
 System Standard :   0
 Safety Standard :   2
 Others :    2
 Service Specification :    0
 Process Specification :    0
 Unclassified :    1
 


Annexure-I :List of Indian Standards Withdrawn/Superseded

SI. No.
IS No.
Title
1.
 IS 11982:1987
Reviewed In : 2019
Design Rating and Safe Working Load for General Purpose Flat Pallet for Through Transit of Goods
2.
 IS 11983:1987
Reviewed In : 2019
Guidelines for marking of general purpose flat pallets for through transit of goods
3.
 IS 13288 (Part 6):1992
Reviewed In : 1999
Series 1 freight containers and testing Part 6 Platform based containers open sided with complete superstructure
4.
 IS 13546:1992
Reviewed In : 2019
General purpose flat pallets for through transit of goods performance requirements
5.
 IS 13698 (Part 2):1993
ISO 9711-2
Reviewed In : 2009
Freight containers - Information related to containers on board vessels Part 2 Telex data transmission
6.
 IS 13714:1993
Reviewed In : 2019
Dunnage pallets - Warehousing - Specification
7.
 IS 14312:1996
Reviewed In : 2010
Packaging - Packaging of TV Picture Tubes computer Monitor Tubes - Code of Practice
8.
 IS 14738 (Part 1):1999
ISO 11895-1
Reviewed In : 2019
Flexible intermediate bulk containers Fibcs Part 1 definitions related to flexible intermediate bulk containers
9.
 IS 14738 (Part 2):1999
ISO 11895-2
Reviewed In : 2019
Flexible intermediate bulk - Containers Fibcs Part 2 specifications requirements certification and marking
10.
 IS 14738 (Part 3):1999
ISO 11895-3
Reviewed In : 2019
Flexible intermediate bulk containers Fibcs Part 3 test methods - Cyclic top lift test
11.
 IS 14738 (Part 4):1999
ISO 11895-4
Reviewed In : 2019
Flexible intermediate bulk containers Fibcs Part 4 test methods - Compression stacking test
12.
 IS 14738 (Part 5):1999
ISO 11895-5
Reviewed In : 2019
Flexible intermediate bulk containers Fibcs Part 5 test methods - UV resistance test
13.
 IS 14738 (Part 6):2000
ISO 11895-6
Reviewed In : 2019
Flexible intermediate bulk containers Part 6 regulations on selection and use of flBcs
14.
 IS 6927 (Part 1):1973
ISO series 1 platform freight containers Part 1 General requirements
15.
 IS 6927 (Part 2):1973
ISO series 1 platform freight containers Part 2 Testing
16.
 IS 6929 (Part 1):1985
ISO series 1 general cargo freight containers for general purposes Part 1 General requirements
17.
 IS 6929 (Part 2):1985
ISO series 1 general cargo freight containers for general purposes Part 2 Testing
18.
 IS 7037 (Part 1):1973
ISO series 1 tank containers for liquids and gases Part 1 General requirements
19.
 IS 7037 (Part 2):1973
ISO series 1 tank containers for liquids and gases Part 2 Testing
20.
 IS 7195 (Part 1):1974
Reviewed In : 1996
Domestic freight containers Part 1 Dimensions and ratings
21.
 IS 7195 (Part 2):1975
Reviewed In : 1996
Domestic freight containers Part 2 Corner fittings
22.
 IS 7195 (Part 3):1974
Reviewed In : 1996
Domestic freight containers Part 3 Handling and maintenance
23.
 IS 7341 (Part 1):1974
Reviewed In : 1991
ISO series 1 folding containers and platform base containers Part 1 General requirements
24.
 IS 7341 (Part 2):1974
Reviewed In : 1991
ISO series 1 folding containers and platform base containers Part 2 Tests
25.
 IS 8178 (Part 1):1976
Series 1 thermal containers Part 1 General requirements
26.
 IS 8178 (Part 2):1976
Series 1 thermal containers Part 2 Testing
27.
 IS 8575 (Part 1):1977
Series 1 freight containers platform based open-sided with complete superstructure Part 1 General requirements
28.
 IS 8575 (Part 2):1977
Series 1 freight containers platform based open-sided with complete superstructure Part 2 Testing
29.
 IS 9141:1979
Reviewed In : 1991
Code of practice for the packing of fasteners
30.
 IS 9273 (Part 1):1979
Reviewed In : 1990
Series 1 box type dry bulk containers non-pressurized Part 1 General requirements
31.
 IS 9273 (Part 2):1979
Reviewed In : 1990
Series 1 box type dry bulk containers non-pressurized Part 2 Testing
32.
 IS 9340:1993
Reviewed In : 2019
Expendable pallets - Specification First Revision
33.
 IS 9384:1979
ISO 6359
Reviewed In : 2006
Consolidated Data Plate for Freight Containers
34.
 IS 9733 (Part 2):1989
ISO 4180-2
Reviewed In : 2014
Guidelines for the compilation of performance tests schedules of complete filled transport packages Part 2 Quantitative data


Annexure-II :List of Indian Product Standards

SI. No.
IS No. & Year
Title
1.
 IS/ISO 12776:2008
ISO 12776 : 2008
Pallets Slip Sheets
2.
 IS 13608:1993
Reviewed In : 2024
Sheet pallets - Specification
3.
 IS 13664:1993
Reviewed In : 2024
Poly - Pallets for bag storage godowns - Specification
4.
 IS 16058:2024
Dunnage pallets made from recycled packaging wastes for warehousing application - Specification First Revision
5.
 IS 17427:2020

Reviewed In : 2025
Wooden Timber Pallets for Packaging Storage and Transportation - Specification
6.
 IS 4300:1989
Reviewed In : 2024
Box pallets for through transit of goods - Specification First Revision
7.
 IS 6865:1973
Reviewed In : 2024
Specification for pallets for use in ISO series 1 freight containers
8.
 IS 7804:1983
Reviewed In : 2024
Guide for palletization of tea - Chests First Revision