What is single packaging?

Single packaging refers to a packaging system that is not designed to be part of a larger containment system or a multiple package arrangement. It represents the fundamental unit of containment for hazardous materials. Therefore, the definition stating that it is any non-bulk packaging that serves as the only containment for hazardous material accurately characterizes single packaging.

This means that single packaging is essential for ensuring that hazardous materials are safely contained and protected from leakage, spills, or environmental exposure. The focus on "non-bulk" highlights that single packaging is intended for smaller quantities of hazardous materials, as opposed to bulk packaging, which typically involves larger quantities and may require additional layers of containment.

Other choices describe different concepts: one mentions a combination of materials, which does not pertain to the concept of single packaging, while another refers specifically to bulk packages or packaging for liquids, which again diverges from the definition of single packaging.