Oxygen cylinders - a hazardous material
Due to the pressure inside, transporting a filled oxygen cylinder is a transport of dangerous goods in accordance with legal regulations. Conventional shipping companies are therefore not an option. Only authorized persons or transport companies are allowed to transport such dangerous goods and must comply with all relevant regulations regarding storage, labeling and transport. Therefore, the delivery of oxygen cylinders containing medical oxygen is handled as a transport of dangerous goods in accordance with ADR regulations. Empty compressed gas cylinders, on the other hand, can be transported by all shipping service providers. If they are equipped with a residual pressure valve, they only contain a small amount of gas or oxygen after emptying (approximately equal to atmospheric pressure) and no longer require special transport of dangerous goods.
TRANSPORT INFORMATION – Medical Oxygen
ADR/ RID/ IMDG/ ICATO/IATA UN No.: UN1072
Class: 2. (Code 1 O)
Name of the goods: Oxygen , compressed
marking 2.2 (5.1)
ADR/ RID hazard number: 25
General information for the transport of oxygen cylinders – Medical oxygen
Only transport full containers with a closed and sealed valve and suitable valve protection. Secure containers before transport to prevent them from slipping or falling over. If possible, transport in vehicles whose loading area is separate from the driver's cab. Ensure adequate ventilation. The driver must be aware of the potential hazards of the load and know what to do in the event of an accident or emergency. Observe applicable regulations.
