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The upper figure group on an orange plate.
Also known as: Kemler code, HIN number, Danger identification number
In European road transport the hazard identification number is the upper figure group on an orange plate, its digits encoding the nature of the danger and a doubled digit indicating intensity.
Encodes the nature of the danger in its digits, a doubled digit indicating an intensified hazard.
Contexts: Packaging
Is prefixed by a letter where the substance reacts dangerously with water, which changes the response before anything else is known about the load.
Contexts: Packaging
A group of two or three numerals printed in the upper division of the orange plate, sometimes preceded by a letter.