As clarified in Special Provision 145, beverages with no more than 24% alcohol by volume are not subject to the IMDG Code, meaning items like beer, wine, and most low-proof cocktails can be shipped as general cargo. However, spirits such as vodka, whisky, or brandy typically exceed this threshold and must be treated as regulated dangerous goods.
For high-purity alcohol or industrial shipments (e.g., above 70% ABV), the product may fall under UN 1170 Ethanol, which requires stricter packaging and documentation standards.
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