Manual of tests and criteria for transport of dangerous goods - Part 4: Classification procedures, test methods and criteria relating to Class 2, Class 3, Class 4, Division 5.1, Class 8 and Class 9 - Section 8: Class 8
This Malaysian Standard schemes for the classification of corrosive substances of Class 8. The test method for corrosion is given in Clause 4. The method for determining corrosion to skin is provided in OECD Guideline 404 and the criteria are provided in MS 1513: Part 2: Sub-Part 8. If a substance is shown to be corrosive to skin, then it is not necessary to conduct the tests for metal corrosion for the purposes of classification.
New products offered for transport should be subjected to the classification procedures as set out in paragraph 4.5 (c) (ii) of MS 1513: Part 2: Sub-Part 8:2002 unless it is impracticable (e.g. because of the physical properties) to perform the tests. Substances which cannot be tested should be classified by analogy with existing entries. The classification procedure should be undertaken before a new product is offered for transport.
