Which statement describes the requirements for a cremation container?

• A. The container must be combustible.
• B. The container must be decorated with family portraits.
• C. The container must be combustible, sturdy, and cover the remains completely.
• D. The container must be made of metal only.

Answer: (C)

Cremation container requirements center on safe, dignified containment that works with the cremation process. The container must be combustible so it will burn away in the cremation chamber, it must be sturdy enough to hold the body and withstand handling without tearing or breaking, and it must cover the remains completely to prevent exposure and ensure full containment. In practice, this means using approved combustible materials like fiberboard or similar containers, rather than metal or decorative items. Decorations aren’t required, and metal containers would not meet the combustible requirement.