scope:

This standard gives the terminology for ISO/TC 58 standards intended to be used under regulations for the transport of dangerous goods that are based on the UN Model Regulations. Variations from the terminology are permissible to comply with other regulations such as for stationary and automotive applications.

NOTE In addition to terms and definitions used in the official languages English and French, this document gives the equivalent terms and definitions in German; these are published under the responsibility of the ISO member body for Germany (DIN) and are given for information only. Only the terms and definitions given in the official languages can be considered as ISO terms and definitions.