Genetically modified microorganisms which are not pathogenic to humans or animals.

Cell cultures, tissues and samples from genetically modified animals, when the biological material to be transported is genetically modified.

• Genetically modified microorganisms: UN 3245

Genetically modified microorganisms must be packed according to Packing Instruction P904 (ADR), IBC08 (ADR) or PI959 (IATA), respectively:

• Packaging instructions P904
• Packaging instruction IBC08 (large quantities)
• Packaging instructions PI959 (air),  ICAO, Annex 18, technical instructions

 Packing instructions P904 and PI959 require a triple packaging.

Inner packaging:

• Primary receptacle(s) and a secondary packaging, the primary or the secondary packaging shall be leakproof for liquids and siftproof for solids
  • - for liquids: absorbent material between primary receptacle and secondary packaging to fully absorb liquid in case of leak or breakage;
  • - when multiple fragile primary receptacles are places in a single secondary packaging, they are either individually wrapped or separated to prevent contact between them.

Outer packaging with one of the dimensions at least 100mm;

 Note: Genetically modified microorganisms packed and marked in accordance with packing instruction P904 (ADR) and PI959 (IATA/ICAO) are not subject to any other requirement of ADR and IATA/ICAO, respectively.

• Name and address of consigner and consignee
• Mark: diamond-shaped mark with minimum dimensions of 50mm by 50mm containing the UN number UN 3245 (at least 6 mm high)
• If solid carbon dioxide is used: ‘Carbon dioxide, solid’ as coolant

Additionally for air transport:

• UN number and proper shipping name: UN 3245, Genetically modified microorganisms (at least 6 mm high)
• Phone number of responsible person
• If solid carbon dioxide is used: ‘Carbon dioxide, solid’ as coolant’, UN 1845, net quantity, class 9

Note: A shipper's declaration for dangerous goods and instructions in writing are not required for UN 3245 if packed in accordance with P904 or PI959, respectively.

• It is recommended to provide an itemized list of contents, e.g. between secondary packaging and outer packaging;
• Required permits, if applicable;
• Delivery note / (pro forma) invoice for customs;
• Transport document (according to Cartagena Ordinance art. 4) for the trans-boundary movement of living genetically modified organisms intended for contained use only.

 Additionally for air transport:

Air Waybill for air transport (form provided and filled out by carrier).