International standards · ICS 47 Shipbuilding and marine structures
CTU Code
IMO/ILO/UNECE Code of Practice for Packing of Cargo Transport Units
Code of practice
- Body
- IMO – International Maritime Organization
- Current edition
- Check the current edition on the official page
- Field
- Shipbuilding and marine structures, Packaging and distribution of goods
- ICS
- 55
Scope & main content
Non-mandatory guidance on packing, securing and load distribution of cargo in containers, trucks and rail wagons, with checklists.
Why it matters for Vietnamese traders
Applying the CTU Code reduces cargo damage, accidents and insurance disputes; many carriers and buyers cite it in shipping terms.
See also the related document: IMO/ILO/UNECE Code of Practice for Packing of Cargo Transport Units (CTU Code)
Related standards
| Number | Title | Body | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| ISO 1496-1:2013 | Series 1 freight containers — Specification and testing — Part 1: General cargo containers for general purposes | ISO | Specification |
| IMDG Code | International Maritime Dangerous Goods Code | IMO | Code of practice |