Powerful explosions rattling buildings and homes near and far, the Vietnamese fireworks factory explosion on Saturday morning has claimed so far more than 20 lives. Factory in Phu Tho province is 120 kms north of Hanoi and is involved in producing fireworks for official ceremonies. More than 100 people are reportedly been grievously injured.
Category: 0333
Classification Reference for Fireworks
From 1st Jan 2014 Dangerous Goods Declaration for fireworks shipments by sea consisting of UN Nos. 0333, 0334, 0335, 0336 & 0337 shall include a classification reference issued by the competent authority.
This reference must consist
– The State of the competent authority indicated by the sign for motor vehicles in international traffic
– The competent authority identification
– And a unique serial reference
Example : IND / DGS 01234
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