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The IMDG Code, or International Maritime Dangerous Goods Code, is a mandatory code established by the International Maritime Organization (IMO) to ensure the safe transport of dangerous goods by sea. It provides a comprehensive set of regulations covering all aspects of shipping dangerous goods, including classification, packaging, labeling, documentation, stowage, and segregation. The Code is divided into two volumes and a supplement. Volume I contains general provisions, definitions, and detailed information on classes of dangerous goods, while Volume II provides detailed requirements for packaging, marking, labeling, and placarding, as well as provisions for the transport operation itself.

The IMDG Code is regularly updated to reflect changes in technology and shipping practices, as well as to incorporate new knowledge about the hazards associated with dangerous goods. Compliance with the IMDG Code is essential for all parties involved in the transport chain, including shippers, packers, freight forwarders, shipping lines, and port authorities. The Code aims to protect people, ships, and the environment from the risks posed by the carriage of dangerous goods by sea. It is a critical component of maritime safety and security.