What is packing group in SAP EHS-SUS-PC - Product Compliance?

SAP Term: packing group

• Component: EHS-SUS-PC

• Component Name: Product Compliance

• Description: A grouping according to the degree of danger presented by dangerous goods. Packing groups are used for determining the degree of protective packaging required for dangerous goods during transportation.

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• Key Concepts: 
  Packing group is a term used in the EHS-SUS-PC Product Compliance component of SAP. It is a classification system used to identify the degree of danger associated with a particular hazardous material. The packing group is determined by the degree of danger posed by the hazardous material, and is used to determine the type of packaging and labeling that must be used when shipping the material. 
  
  How to use it: 
  In SAP, the packing group is determined by entering the hazardous material’s UN number into the system. The UN number is a unique identifier assigned to each hazardous material, and can be found on the product’s label or safety data sheet. Once the UN number has been entered, SAP will automatically assign a packing group to the material based on its degree of danger. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When entering a hazardous material’s UN number into SAP, it is important to double-check that it is correct. Incorrect UN numbers can lead to incorrect packing group assignments, which can result in improper packaging and labeling when shipping the material. 
  
  Related Information: 
  The packing group assigned to a hazardous material can also be used to determine other requirements, such as special handling instructions or additional safety measures that must be taken when shipping or storing the material. For more information on packing groups and their associated requirements, please refer to the United Nations Recommendations on the Transport of Dangerous Goods.