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Rigid PVC Vinyl, Tagboard, Magnetic, Aluminum, and Vinyl
In-Stock or Custom, ICC has what you need.

 
 

Cost-effective

Rigid PVC vinyl placards last longer and can withstand repeated sub-zero temperatures.

DOT, TDG, and IMDG-regulated placards.

Comply with the transportation of hazardous materials / dangerous goods.

US (DOT 49 CFR), Canadian (TDG), and international regulations require that certain materials and substances be correctly identified during transport. We provide placards in several materials including tagboard, rigid PVC vinyl and removable or permanent self-stick vinyl. All placards are regulation size at 273 mm x 273 mm, and comply with all applicable regulations.

To supplement our placards, we offer a variety of accessories including placard holders, orange panels for identifying UN numbers, placard kits, numbering kits, and rail placards.

Get answers to common questions regarding placards and placarding requirements.

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Placard Materials

How to Choose the Right Placard Material
Choose your placard material based on how long it will be used, whether it needs to be removed or reused, whether a placard holder is available, and applicable transport requirements.

Removable Self-Stick Vinyl is ideal when easy removal is needed. Permanent Self-Stick Vinyl provides a long-lasting adhesive option and meets BS5609 requirements. Rigid PVC Vinyl provides a durable option for use with a placard holder, while Tagboard is an economical choice for short-term use.

Removable Self-Stick Vinyl
Self-adhesive vinyl that adheres to most surfaces and can be easily removed with minimal adhesive residue.

Best for: Temporary applications where easy removal is required.
Placard holder: Not required.
Outdoor life: Short-term use.

Permanent Self-Stick Vinyl
Durable vinyl with a permanent, high-tack acrylic adhesive that adheres to most surfaces and meets BS5609 requirements for 90-day seawater immersion.

Best for: Long-term applications requiring a permanent adhesive placard.
Placard holder: Not required.
Outdoor life: 5 years.

Rigid PVC Vinyl
Made from 20 mil / 0.5 mm rigid PVC vinyl, these placards provide a durable option for extended outdoor use. The rigid construction stands up to weather exposure and can be easily cleaned when needed. The placard slides into a placard holder for secure display.

Best for: Dedicated fleets, vehicles, and bulk containers requiring a durable, long-term placarding solution.
Placard holder: Required.
Outdoor life: 5 years.

Tagboard
Economical, non-adhesive coated board that is weather and fade resistant and designed for short-term use.

Best for: Short-term applications where the return of the placard is unlikely.
Placard holder: Required.
Outdoor life: Up to 60 days.

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Placard Materials

How to Choose the Right Placard Material
Choose your placard material based on how long it will be used, whether it needs to be removed or reused, whether a placard holder is available, and applicable transport requirements.

Removable Self-Stick Vinyl is ideal when easy removal is needed. Permanent Self-Stick Vinyl provides a long-lasting adhesive option and meets BS5609 requirements. Rigid PVC Vinyl provides a durable option for use with a placard holder, while Tagboard is an economical choice for short-term use.

Removable Self-Stick Vinyl
Self-adhesive vinyl that adheres to most surfaces and can be easily removed with minimal adhesive residue.

Best for: Temporary applications where easy removal is required.
Placard holder: Not required.
Outdoor life: Short-term use.

Permanent Self-Stick Vinyl
Durable vinyl with a permanent, high-tack acrylic adhesive that adheres to most surfaces and meets BS5609 requirements for 90-day seawater immersion.

Best for: Long-term applications requiring a permanent adhesive placard.
Placard holder: Not required.
Outdoor life: 5 years.

Rigid PVC Vinyl
Made from 20 mil / 0.5 mm rigid PVC vinyl, these placards provide a durable option for extended outdoor use. The rigid construction stands up to weather exposure and can be easily cleaned when needed. The placard slides into a placard holder for secure display.

Best for: Dedicated fleets, vehicles, and bulk containers requiring a durable, long-term placarding solution.
Placard holder: Required.
Outdoor life: 5 years.

Tagboard
Economical, non-adhesive coated board that is weather and fade resistant and designed for short-term use.

Best for: Short-term applications where the return of the placard is unlikely.
Placard holder: Required.
Outdoor life: Up to 60 days.