Edition currently in force:
CAN/CGSB-43.123-2022
Date published:
April 2022
Previous edition:
CAN/CGSB-43.123-2017
Upcoming edition/amendment:
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On this page
- Scope of the standard
- Finding the standard in the TDG Regulations
- Obtaining a copy of the standard
- Contact us
Scope of the standard
CAN/CGSB-43.123 sets out the requirements for aerosol containers and gas cartridges used for the transport of dangerous goods. It includes:
- requirements for the design, manufacture, and testing of TC specification aerosol containers and gas cartridges
- requirements for the quality management system for manufacturers of aerosol containers and gas cartridges
- the Transport Canada registration requirements for aerosol container and gas cartridge manufacturers;
- the requirements for the selection and use of containers for the handling, offering for transport and transport of UN1950, aerosols and UN2037, gas cartridges, in Canada
- requirements for the transport of aerosol containers and gas cartridges intended for disposal or recycling
Finding the standard in the TDG Regulations
- Section 1.3.1: Definitions — Safety Standards and Safety Requirement Documents
- Section 1.3.2: Transitional Period
- Section 1.15: 150 kg Gross Mass Exemption
- Section 5.10 Means of Containment for Class 2, Gases:
- Section 5.10 of the TDG Regulations specifies that for transport of dangerous goods in Class 2 by any mode, means of containment in accordance with CGSB-43.123 are permitted
- Section 5.11: UN1950, Aerosols, and UN2037, Gas Cartridges:
- Section 5.11 of the TDG Regulations requires dangerous goods that are UN1950, Aerosols, or UN2037, gas cartridges, to be contained in a means of containment that is manufactured, selected and used in accordance with CGSB-43.123
Obtaining a copy of the standard
A free copy of this standard can be obtained from Government of Canada Publications.
Contact us
Inquiries pertaining to applications for registration
Telephone: 1-855-298-1520
After choosing the language (1 for English, 2 for French), press option 1.
Email: MOCregister-Registrecontenant@tc.gc.ca
Technical inquiries
Email: tdgcontainers-tmdcontenants@tc.gc.ca.
Please include the text "aerosol container" or “gas cartridge” in the subject line.