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IMDG 42-24: Regulatory Changes to the Transportation of Charcoal (Carbon)
02/10/2025
On January 1 2026, Amendment 42-24 to the International Maritime Dangerous Goods (IMDG) Code introduces important changes concerning the transportation of charcoal. Specifically, previous exemptions from the Dangerous Goods List are removed and a new Special Provision 978 for charcoal (UN1361) has been added imposing stricter and mandatory requirements relating to declaration, packaging, traceability and safe-handling.
To enhance safety of crew, vessels and customer cargo, MSC will enforce the specified IMDG requirements on a mandatory basis starting from 1 November 2025.
To support customers with transitioning to these new regulations, MSC has prepared summary document detailing the new requirements, which can be found here.
Should you have any questions, please contact your local MSC representatives in our global network of more than 675 offices.