Package and method of packaging dangerous goods for transport

Abstract

A package and method of packaging dangerous goods for transport, and in particular infectious substances, is disclosed. The package includes an outer collapsible container, an inner collapsible container, and means for suspending the inner collapsible container within the outer collapsible container. In a preferred embodiment, the outer collapsible container may be made of fiberboard and dimensioned for receipt and retention of the inner collapsible container, which may also be made of fiberboard. The inner container receives and maintains primary receptacles containing an infectious substance. If desired, the inner container may also receive and maintain a secondary container that receives the primary receptacles. The suspension means may comprise flap panels formed integrally with the outer container.

What is claimed is:  
     
         1 . A container for the shipment of infectious substances, comprising: 
 an inner box for containment of a specimen to be shipped; and    an outer box for containment of said inner box.    
     
     
         2 . The invention of  claim 1  further comprising means for suspending said inner box within said outer box.  
     
     
         3 . The invention of  claim 2  wherein said means for suspending comprising at least one portion of said outer box configured so as to project inwardly of said outer box and engage said inner box.  
     
     
         4 . A method for shipping infectious substances, comprising: 
 placing at least one primary receptacle within a secondary container;    placing said secondary container, including said primary receptacle, within an inner box; and    suspending said inner box within an outer box,    whereby said primary receptacles are packaged for shipment in such a manner as to minimize leakage and breakage in shipment.