Nuclear energy — Packagings for the transport of uranium hexafluoride (UF6)

This document provides the following:

— specifications for cylinders for the transport of uranium hexafluoride (UF₆) to provide compatibility among different users,

— description of cylinder designs, but is not intended to develop new designs,

— fabrication requirements for the procurement of new cylinders designed for the transport of 0,1 kg or more of uranium hexafluoride,

— fabrication requirements for the procurement of new valve protections, valves and plugs, and

— requirements for cylinders and valve protections in service.