RPC says that traditionally UN approved containers in this size are transported as a combination pack of either two or four containers inside a cardboard carton. It has now achieved a 130g free-standing version, in a special grade of polymer which provides excellent rigidity along with high impact performance and resistance to stress cracking.  RPC is using high-tech moulding machinery to ensure optimum material distribution in order to maximise overall strength.  

The 5 litre Compact 130g UN container is able to withstand the stringent requirements of UN approved packaging, achieving Group 2 approval for free-standing use for products with up to 1.4 specific gravity. It has the potential to reduce transport costs as well as having a positive benefit on customers’ carbon footprint.