The IMDG Code (International Maritime Dangerous Goods Code) is the IMO's international regulations for the transport of packaged dangerous goods by sea. The Swedish regulations TSFS 2025:56, which incorporate the IMDG Code, contain a consolidated edition of the IMDG Code in Swedish. The translation is based on the English version IMDG Code 42-24 Edition 2024, which is fully applicable from 1 January 2026.
The IMDG Code consists of the following parts, among others:
- General provisions, definitions and training
- Classification
- List of dangerous goods, special provisions and exemptions
- Regulations for packaging and tanks
- Shipping regulations
- Manufacturing and testing of packaging, IBC containers, large packaging, UN tanks, MEG containers and tank vehicles
- Provisions on transport procedures

