ADR special packing provision PP71

Detonating cord ends must be sealed (e.g. a firmly fixed plug); flexible cord ends fastened securely.

In P139, for detonating cord (UN 0065, 0102, 0104, 0289, 0290) the cord ends must be sealed so explosive cannot leak out, for instance with a firmly fixed plug. For flexible detonating cord the ends must also be securely fastened.

Note. Appears only in P139.

Carried by 5 Table A entries

UN 0065 · UN 0102 · UN 0104 · UN 0289 · UN 0290

Source: ADR 2025 (ECE/TRANS/352), Volume II, section 4.1.4.1, P139, PP71, page 72.

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