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TI / CSI Calculator — Radioactive Material

IATA DGR Section 10.5 — Transport Index (TI) and Criticality Safety Index (CSI) calculation tool. Enter dose rates per package to automatically determine TI, CSI, and label category. PAX/CAO limit checks are performed instantly.

Transport Index (TI)

TI = Dose Rate (mSv/h @ 1m) × 100
  • • Maximum dose rate measured at 1 m distance
  • • Example: 0.025 mSv/h → TI = 2.5
  • • Written on the package label (decimal, rounded up)

Criticality Safety Index (CSI)

CSI = 50 / N
  • • N = minimum number of packages for criticality
  • • Only for fissile material (U-235, Pu-239, etc.)
  • • Fissile-Excepted: CSI = 0

Label Category Table (Table 10.5.C)

CategoryTISurface Dose RateDescription
I-WHITE0 (<0.05)≤ 5 µSv/hLowest level
II-YELLOW≤ 1≤ 500 µSv/hLow-medium level
III-YELLOW≤ 10≤ 2000 µSv/hHigh level

Package List

Package #1
Yes (U-235, Pu-239, etc.)

Disclaimer: This calculator is for informational purposes only. Actual transport requires radiation measurements with calibrated dosimetry equipment. Exclusive use shipments may permit single package TI > 10. Always consult the applicable competent authority and airline operator requirements.

References

  • • IATA DGR 67th Ed Section 10.5 (Transport Index & CSI)
  • • IATA DGR 67th Ed Table 10.5.C (Label Category Selection)
  • • IATA DGR 67th Ed Table 10.9.B (Aircraft TI/CSI Limits)
  • • IAEA SSR-6 — Regulations for the Safe Transport of Radioactive Material