Proposed Rule: Hazardous materials: Transportation&#8212; Harmonization with UN Recommendations, International Maritime Dangerous Goods Code, and International Civil Aviation Organization's technical instructions

Thursday,
August 31, 2006
Part II
Department of
Transportation
Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety
Administration
49 CFR Parts 171, 172, 173, et al.

Hazardous Materials: Harmonization With
the United Nations Recommendations,
International Maritime Dangerous Goods
Code, and International Civil Aviation
Organization’s Technical Instructions;
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION number or Regulatory Identification HM–215A, 59 FR 67390; HM–215B, 62

Number (RIN) for this notice. For FR 24690; HM–215C, 64 FR 10742; HM–
Pipeline and Hazardous Materials detailed instructions on submitting 215D, 66 FR 33316; HM–215E, 68 FR
Safety Administration comments and additional information 44992; and HM–215G, 69 FR 76044).
on the rulemaking process, see the The rules provided additional
49 CFR Parts 171, 172, 173, 175, 176, Public Participation heading of the harmonization with international
178 and 180 Supplementary Information section of transportation requirements by more
[Docket No. PHMSA–06–25476 (HM–215I)] this document. Note that all comments fully aligning the HMR with the
received will be posted, without change, corresponding biennial updates of the
RIN 2137–AE16 to http://dms.dot.gov including any UN Recommendations, the IMDG Code
personal information provided. Please and the ICAO Technical Instructions.
Hazardous Materials: Harmonization
see the Privacy Act heading under The UN Recommendations are not
With the United Nations
Regulatory Analyses and Notices. regulations, but rather are
Recommendations, International Docket: For access to the docket to
Maritime Dangerous Goods Code, and recommendations issued by the UN
read background documents or Committee of Experts on the Transport
International Civil Aviation
comments received, go to http:// of Dangerous Goods (TDG) and on the
Organization’s Technical Instructions
dms.dot.gov at any time or to the Docket Globally Harmonized System of
AGENCY: Pipeline and Hazardous Management System (see ADDRESSES). Classification and Labelling of
Materials Safety Administration FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Chemicals (GHS). These
(PHMSA), DOT. Charles Betts, Office of Hazardous recommendations are amended and
ACTION: Notice of proposed rulemaking Materials Standards, telephone (202) updated biennially by the UN
(NPRM). 366–8553, or Shane Kelley, Committee of Experts. They serve as the
International Standards, telephone (202) basis for national, regional, and
SUMMARY: PHMSA proposes to amend 366–0656, Pipeline and Hazardous international modal regulations,
the Hazardous Materials Regulations to Materials Safety Administration, U.S. including the International Maritime
maintain alignment with international Department of Transportation, 400 Organization’s International Maritime
standards by incorporating various Seventh Street, SW., Washington, DC Dangerous Goods Code (IMDG Code),
amendments, including changes to 20590–0001. and the International Civil Aviation
proper shipping names, hazard classes,
SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: Organization’s Technical Instructions
packing groups, special provisions,
Contents
for the Transport of Dangerous Goods by
packaging authorizations, air transport
Air (ICAO Technical Instructions).
quantity limitations and vessel stowage I. Background
requirements. These revisions are II. Sunset Provision
The harmonization of domestic and
necessary to harmonize the Hazardous III. Overview of Proposed Changes in the international standards becomes
Materials Regulations with recent NPRM increasingly important as the volume of
changes to the International Maritime IV. Overview of Amendments Not Being hazardous materials transported in
Dangerous Goods Code, the Considered for Adoption in This NPRM international commerce grows.
V. Section-by-Section Harmonization serves to facilitate
International Civil Aviation VI. Regulatory Analyses and Notices
Organization’s Technical Instructions international transportation, while
A. Statutory/Legal Authority for This maintaining appropriate protection of
for the Safe Transport of Dangerous Rulemaking
Goods by Air, and the United Nations B. Executive Order 12866 and DOT
people, property, and the environment.
Recommendations on the Transport of Regulatory Policies and Procedures Although the intent of the
Dangerous Goods. C. Executive Order 13132 harmonization rulemakings is to align
DATES: Comments must be received by D. Executive Order 13175 the HMR with international standards,
October 16, 2006.
E. Regulatory Flexibility Act, Executive we review and consider each
Order 13272, and DOT Procedures and amendment on its own merit. Each
ADDRESSES: You may submit comments Policies amendment is considered on the basis
identified by the docket number F. Paperwork Reduction Act of its overall impact on transportation
(PHMSA–06–25476) by any of the G. Regulatory Identifier Number (RIN)
H. Unfunded Mandates Reform Act
safety and the economic implications
following methods:
• Federal eRulemaking Portal: http:// I. Environmental Assessment associated with its adoption into the
www.regulations.gov. Follow the online J. Privacy Act HMR. Our goal is to harmonize without
instructions for submitting comments. diminishing the level of safety currently
I. Background provided by the HMR and without
• Web Site: http://dms.dot.gov.
Follow the instructions for submitting On December 21, 1990, the Research imposing undue burdens on the
comments on the DOT electronic docket and Special Programs Administration regulated public. In our efforts to
site. (RSPA), the predecessor agency to the continue aligning the HMR with
• Fax: 1–202–493–2251. Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety international requirements, in this
• Mail: Docket Management System; Administration (PHMSA, we) published NPRM, we are proposing to incorporate
U.S. Department of Transportation, 400 a final rule (Docket HM–181; 55 FR changes into the HMR based on the
Seventh Street, SW., Nassif Building, 52402) based on the UN Fourteenth revised edition of the UN
PL–402, Washington, DC 20590–0001. Recommendations on the Transport of Recommendations, Amendment 33 to
• Hand Delivery: PL–402 on the plaza Dangerous Goods, to comprehensively the IMDG Code, and the 2007–2008
level of the Nassif Building, 400 revise the Hazardous Materials ICAO Technical Instructions which
Seventh Street, SW., Washington, DC Regulations (HMR), 49 CFR parts 171 to become effective January 1, 2007. We
between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m., Monday 180, for harmonization with the are also addressing petitions for
through Friday, except Federal international standards. Since rulemaking concerning harmonization
Holidays. publication of the 1990 final rule, we with international standards and
Instructions: All submissions must have issued six additional international additional measures to facilitate
include the agency name and docket harmonization final rules, (Dockets international transportation.
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II. Sunset Provision • Revision of the classification regulations that we are not proposing to
To assure the HMR account for new criteria for PG III flammable liquids. adopt in this NPRM with a brief
technologies and updated business • Revision of the classification explanation of why the amendment was
practices, PHMSA is considering criteria and packing group assignment not included:
whether certain requirements proposed for Division 6.1 materials. • Environmentally hazardous
• Requirements for the transportation substances. The UN Recommendations
in this NPRM should be afforded a
of fuel cells containing flammable have not yet been adopted by ICAO and
‘‘sunset’’ provision. If we adopt such a
liquid. IMO. These changes will be considered
provision, certain amendments adopted • Adoption of a one-packet limit for
through this rulemaking would expire in a separate rulemaking proceeding.
matches carried by airline passengers or • Hazardous materials security. Like
after a fixed amount of time (e.g., 10 crew members.
years) from the publication date of the the HMR, the UN Recommendations
final rule. IV. Overview of International require carriers, consignors and others
Harmonizing the HMR with Standards Not Being Considered for engaged in the transport of ‘‘high
international transportation Adoption in This NPRM consequence’’ dangerous goods to
requirements facilitates the This NPRM proposes changes to the adopt, implement and comply with a
transportation of hazardous materials in HMR based on amendments to the security plan that addresses the
international commerce by eliminating Fourteenth revised edition of the UN transportation risks associated with
the need for shippers and carriers to Recommendations, Amendment 33 to these materials. A major difference
comply with two different sets of the IMDG Code, and the 2007–2008 between the HMR and the UN
regulations. Certain standards that we ICAO Technical Instructions, which Recommendations is the quantity of
are proposing to adopt by reference become effective January 1, 2007. hazardous material that triggers the
likely will be updated periodically in However, we are not proposing to adopt requirement for a security plan. We are
response to changes in international all of the amendments to those analyzing the differences and, based on
standards or may be replaced by other documents into the HMR. In many our conclusions, will consider a
more relevant or technically superior cases, amendments to the international separate rulemaking to address this
standards. Future changes to these regulations have not been adopted issue.
standards would have to consider because the framework or structure of • Requirements for radioactive
whether to retain or extend the sunset the HMR makes adoption unnecessary. materials. We are not proposing to
date. If we choose to do nothing, a adopt provisions pertaining to the
In other cases, we have handled, or will
sunset provision would mean the HMR transportation of Class 7 (radioactive)
be handling, the amendments in
would revert to the language and materials. Amendments to requirements
separate rulemaking proceedings. For
requirements in effect before the pertaining to the transportation of Class
example, we addressed requirements
issuance of the final rule. We are 7 materials are based on changes
related to the transportation of
requesting comments on whether contained in the International Atomic
infectious substances in a final rule
certain amendments should be tied to a Energy Agency (IAEA) publication,
published June 2, 2006, under Docket
sunset provision. ‘‘IAEA Safety Standards Series:
HM–226A (71 FR 32244). Similarly, we
III. Overview of Proposed Changes in adopted amendments relating to the use Regulations for the Safe Transport of
This NPRM of UN cylinders and pressure vessels in Radioactive Materials.’’ Due to their
a final rule published June 12, 2006, complexity, these changes will be
In this NPRM, we are proposing the addressed in a separate rulemaking.
following amendments to the HMR: under Docket HM–220E (71 FR 33858).
If we have inadvertently omitted an • Default classification system for
• Adoption of a single shipping paper
description sequence (identification amendment in this NPRM, we will fireworks. We are not proposing to adopt
number, proper shipping name, hazard attempt to include the omission in the these provisions of the UN
class or division, packing group). final rule. However, our ability to make Recommendations because we do not
Currently, the HMR permit the shipping changes in a final rule is limited by believe the UN classification system
paper description sequence to start with requirements of the Administrative provides an equivalent level of safety to
either the identification number or the Procedure Act. In some instances, we the current HMR requirements. Under
proper shipping name. can adopt a provision inadvertently the HMR, fireworks must be classed and
• Requirement to indicate the net omitted in the NPRM if it is clearly approved by the Associate
quantity of hazardous material per within the scope of changes proposed in Administrator for Hazardous Materials
package on the shipping paper if the notice, does not require substantive Safety; the approvals are based on
transportation is by aircraft. The HMR changes from the international standard American Pyrotechnic Association
do not currently require this on which it is based, and imposes Standard 87–1.
information on a shipping paper. minimal or no cost impacts on persons • Fuel cells. We are not proposing to
• Incorporation by reference of the subject to the requirement. Otherwise, adopt provisions for the carriage of fuel
updated ICAO Technical Instructions, in order to provide opportunity for cell cartridges in the passenger cabin of
IMDG Code, and UN Recommendations. notice and comment, the change must a passenger aircraft that were adopted
• Amendments to the Hazardous be proposed in an NPRM. by ICAO. Also, we are not proposing to
Materials Table (HMT) to add, revise, or One of the goals of this rulemaking is adopt the packaging provisions for the
remove certain proper shipping names, to continue to maintain consistency transport of ‘‘Hydrogen in a metal
hazard classes, packing groups, special between the HMR and the international hydride storage system,’’ (UN3468), as
provisions, packaging authorizations, requirements. We are not striving to adopted by ICAO. Currently, the HMR
bulk packaging requirements, passenger make the HMR identical to the allow transportation of these storage
and cargo aircraft maximum quantity international regulations but rather to systems by motor vehicle and rail under
limitations and vessels stowage remove or avoid potential barriers to the terms of an exemption and by motor
provisions. international transportation. vehicle, rail, cargo vessel and cargo
• Revision of the ORGANIC Below is a listing of those significant aircraft with approval of the Associate
PEROXIDE label and placard. amendments to the international Administrator. These issues will be
considered in a separate rulemaking adopted amendments intended to Part 172

proceeding. harmonize the HMR with international
• Marking of Limited Quantity Section 172.101
standards. We are proposing revisions to
shipments. The ICAO Technical this paragraph to provide specific Section 172.101 contains the
Instructions adopted a marking transitional provisions for certain of the Hazardous Materials Table (HMT) and
requirement for packages containing a amendments proposed in this NPRM. explanations for each of the columns in
limited quantity of hazardous material We are proposing an effective date of the HMT. Paragraph (d) of this section
that consists of the identification January 1, 2007, and a mandatory addresses column 3 of the HMT, which
number of the material placed within a compliance date of January 1, 2008. We contains the hazard class or division for
square-on-point border. The marking is each specific material listed in the
propose to permit voluntary compliance
anticipated to become effective January HMT. Paragraph (d)(4) addresses entries
as of January 1, 2007, to correspond
1, 2009. Except for transportation by classed as combustible liquids. We are
aircraft, this marking is currently with the effective implementation dates
proposing to revise paragraph (d)(4) to
authorized under the HMR as an of the 2007–2008 ICAO Technical revise the lower limit for classing a
alternative to marking the proper Instructions and Amendment 33 of the material as a combustible liquid from
shipping name on the package; we are IMDG Code. This authorization would 60.5 °C (141 °F) to 60 °C (140 °F). This
allowing continued use of this marking allow shippers to prepare their is consistent with recent changes to the
to minimize transportation costs and international shipments in accordance classification of flammable liquids
provide flexibility. with international standards that will based on the GHS and adoption into the
become effective on January 1, 2007. UN Recommendations.
V. Section-by-Section Review
Paragraph (e) of this section contains The § 172.101 Hazardous Materials
Part 171 an outdated transition provision. In this Table (HMT): In the § 172.101
Section 171.7 NPRM, we propose to replace the Hazardous Materials Table (HMT), we
outdated transition provision with a are proposing to make various
Section 171.7 lists the standards amendments. Readers should review all
incorporated by reference into the HMR. new paragraph (e) that would permit
use for domestic shipments of the changes for a complete understanding of
We propose to update the incorporation the proposed Table amendments. For
by reference materials for the ICAO shipping description sequences in effect
on December 31, 2006, until January 1, purposes of the Government Printing
Technical Instructions, the IMDG Code, Office’s typesetting procedures,
the UN Recommendations and the UN 2009. See the § 172.202 preamble
proposed changes to the HMT will
Manual of Tests and Criteria. The discussion for a complete explanation of
appear under three sections of the
updated editions of these standards the shipping description sequence issue.
Table, ‘‘remove,’’ ‘‘add’’ and ‘‘revise.’’
become effective January 1, 2007. Paragraph (f) of this section contains Certain entries in the HMT, such as
The standards would be updated as an outdated transitional provision. We those with proposed revisions to the
follows: propose to revise paragraph (f) by proper shipping names, will appear as
• The ICAO Technical Instructions, removing the current provision and a ‘‘remove’’ and ‘‘add.’’ Under this
2007–2008 Edition. adding a transitional provision to allow NPRM, the proposed amendments to the
• The IMDG Code, Amendment 33.
• The UN Recommendations, continued display of Division 5.2 labels HMT for the purpose of harmonizing
Fourteenth revised edition. and placards conforming to the with international standards, unless
• The UN Manual of Tests and specifications in effect on December 31, otherwise stated, include, but are not
Criteria, Fourth revised edition (2003), 2006, until January 1, 2011. See the limited to the following:
and Addendum 2, (2004). §§ 172.407 and 172.427 preamble 1. We propose to correct Column (7)
discussions for a complete explanation Special provisions of the HMT by
Section 171.14 removing Special provision 101 which
of this issue.
This section lists specific transition requires the name of the particular
In new paragraph (g), we are substance or article to be specified. With
periods for certain provisions adopted
proposing to allow continued use of the the introduction of the letter ‘‘G’’ for
into the HMR. Paragraph (b) lists
transitional provisions related to revised Class 3 and Division 6.1 classification these materials in Column (1), requiring
placarding requirements. In this NPRM, criteria and packing group assignments the n.o.s. and generic proper shipping
we propose to remove paragraph (b) in effect on December 31, 2006, until names to be supplemented with the
because the transitional period has January 1, 2012. See §§ 173.120 and technical name of the hazardous
expired. 174.133 preamble discussions for a material, Special provision 101 becomes
Paragraph (d) of this section specifies complete explanation of this issue. obsolete and duplicative. The affected
transition provisions for previously entries are as follows:
UN0349 .............................................................................. Articles, explosive, n.o.s.



UN0382 .............................................................................. Components, explosive train, n.o.s.
UN0357 .............................................................................. Substances, explosive, n.o.s.
UN0482 .............................................................................. Substances, explosive, very insensitive, n.o.s. or Substances, EVI, n.o.s.
2. Amendment 32 of the IMDG Code response to a petition from Horizon Code ‘‘52’’ (Stow ‘‘Separated from’’
added a new segregation group for Lines (P–1470), we are proposing to acids) to certain entries. The affected
alkalis. For consistency with revise the Vessel Stowage Provisions in entries are as follows:
international regulations and in Column (10B) by adding Segregation
UN2733 .............................................................................. Amines, flammable, corrosive, n.o.s. or Polyamines, flammable, corrosive, n.o.s.
UN2671 .............................................................................. Aminopyridines (o-; m-; p-).
UN1005 .............................................................................. Ammonia, anhydrous.
UN3318 .............................................................................. Ammonia solution, relative density less than 0.880 at 15 degrees C in water, with
more than 50 percent ammonia.
UN2672 .............................................................................. Ammonia solutions, relative density between 0.880 and 0.957 at 15 degrees C in
water, with more than 10 percent but not more than 35 percent ammonia.
UN2073 .............................................................................. Ammonia solutions, relative density less than 0.880 at 15 degrees C in water,
with more than 35 percent but not more than 50 percent ammonia.
UN3028 .............................................................................. Batteries, dry, containing potassium hydroxide solid, electric, storage.
UN2795 .............................................................................. Batteries, wet, filled with alkali, electric storage.
UN2797 .............................................................................. Battery fluid, alkali.
UN2682 .............................................................................. Caesium hydroxide.
UN2681 .............................................................................. Caesium hydroxide solution.
UN1719 .............................................................................. Caustic alkali liquids, n.o.s.
UN1160 .............................................................................. Dimethylamine solution.
UN2379 .............................................................................. 1, 3-Dimethylbutylamine.
UN2382 .............................................................................. Dimethylhydrazine, symmetrical.
UN1163 .............................................................................. Dimethylhydrazine, unsymmetrical.
UN3253 .............................................................................. Disodium trioxosilicate.
UN2491 .............................................................................. Ethanolamine or Ethanolamine solutions.
UN2270 .............................................................................. Ethylamine, aqueous solution with not less than 50 percent but not more than 70
percent ethylamine.
UN1604 .............................................................................. Ethylenediamine.
UN2386 .............................................................................. 1-Ethylpiperidine.
UN2029 .............................................................................. Hydrazine, anhydrous.
UN3293 .............................................................................. Hydrazine, aqueous solution with not more than 37 percent hydrazine, by mass.
UN2030 .............................................................................. Hydrazine, aqueous solutions, with more than 37 percent hydrazine, by mass.
UN2680 .............................................................................. Lithium hydroxide.
UN2679 .............................................................................. Lithium hydroxide, solution.
UN1235 .............................................................................. Methylamine, aqueous solution.
UN1244 .............................................................................. Methylhydrazine.
UN2399 .............................................................................. 1-Methylpiperidine.
UN1813 .............................................................................. Potassium hydroxide, solid.
UN1814 .............................................................................. Potassium hydroxide, solution.
UN2033 .............................................................................. Potassium monoxide.
UN1922 .............................................................................. Pyrrolidine.
UN2678 .............................................................................. Rubidium hydroxide.
UN2677 .............................................................................. Rubidium hydroxide solution.
UN1907 .............................................................................. Soda lime with more than 4 percent sodium hydroxide.
UN1819 .............................................................................. Sodium aluminate, solution.

UN2318 .............................................................................. Sodium hydrosulfide, with less than 25 percent water of crystallization.
UN1823 .............................................................................. Sodium hydroxide, solid.
UN1824 .............................................................................. Sodium hydroxide solution.
UN1825 .............................................................................. Sodium monoxide.
UN1849 .............................................................................. Sodium sulfide, hydrated with not less than 30 percent water.
UN2320 .............................................................................. Tetraethylenepentamine.
UN3073 .............................................................................. Vinylpyridines, stabilized.
3. The entry ‘‘Aerosols, non- 12. The entry ‘‘Chlorosilanes, toxic, The revision appears as a ‘‘Remove/
flammable, (each not exceeding 1 L corrosive, n.o.s.,’’ UN3361, PG II, would Add’’ in this rulemaking.
capacity),’’ UN1950, would be revised be revised by removing the reference to 20. The proper shipping name for the
by adding vessel storage location code § 173.153 ‘‘Exceptions for Division 6.1 entry ‘‘Crotonic acid, liquid,’’ UN2823,
‘‘A’’ in Column (10A). This code was (poisonous materials)’’ in Column (8A). would be corrected to read ‘‘Crotonic
inadvertently removed in a final rule 13. The entry ‘‘Chlorosilanes, toxic, acid, liquid’’ and the Identification
published under Docket HM–189Y (70 corrosive, flammable, n.o.s.,’’ UN3362, Number would be revised to read
FR 56084; September 23, 2005). PG II, would be revised by removing the ‘‘UN3472.’’ This revision appears as a
4. The entry ‘‘Antimony trichloride, reference to § 173.153 ‘‘Exceptions for ‘‘Remove/Add’’ in this rulemaking.
solid,’’ UN1733, PG II, would be revised Division 6.1 (poisonous materials)’’ in 21. The proper shipping name for the
by adding Special provisions T3 and Column (8A). entry ‘‘Crotonic acid, solid,’’ UN2823,
TP33. Special provision T3 specifies the 14. The entry ‘‘Chromium trioxide, would be corrected to read ‘‘Crotonic
applicable minimum test pressure, the anhydrous,’’ UN1463, Column (6) acid, solid,’’ UN2823. This correction
minimum shell thickness, bottom would be revised by adding the Division appears as a ‘‘Remove/Add’’ in this
opening requirements and pressure 6.1 subsidiary hazard labeling rulemaking.
relief requirements when transporting requirement. 22. In accordance with the ICAO
this material in a UN portable tank. 15. The entry ‘‘Compressed gas, Technical Instructions, the entry
Special provision TP33 specifies n.o.s.,’’ UN1956, would be revised by ‘‘Dangerous Goods in Machinery or
requirements applicable to the adding Special provision 77. Special Dangerous Goods in Apparatus,’’ UN
transportation of this material in IM and provision 77 requires, for domestic 3363, would be revised by adding
UN Specification portable tanks. transportation, a Division 5.1 subsidiary quantity limits for transportation by
5. The entry, ‘‘Articles, explosive, risk label when a carbon dioxide and aircraft. The quantity limits will be
extremely insensitive or Articles, EEI, ’’ oxygen mixture contains more than specified in a new Special provision
UN0486, would be revised by removing 23.5% oxygen. A105.
Special provision 101 which requires 16. The entry, ‘‘Contrivances, water-
the name of the particular substance or 23. The entry ‘‘Ethyltrichlorosilane,’’
activated, with burster, expelling charge
article to be specified. UN1196, PG II, would be revised by
or propelling charge,’’ UN0248, would
6. The entry ‘‘Benzyl bromide,’’ removing the reference to § 173.150
be revised by removing Special
UN1737, PG II, would be revised by ‘‘Exceptions for Class 3 (flammable) and
provision 101, which requires the name
removing the reference to § 173.153 combustible liquids’’ in Column (8A).
of the particular substance or article to
‘‘Exceptions for Division 6.1 (poisonous be specified. In addition, the letter ‘‘G’’ 24. The entry ‘‘Formic acid,’’ UN1779,
materials)’’ in Column (8A). would be added to Column (1), would be revised to read ‘‘Formic acid
7. The entry ‘‘Benzyl chloride,’’ requiring the proper shipping name to with more than 85% acid by mass’’ and
UN1738, PG II, would be revised by be supplemented with the technical the Class 3 subsidiary hazard would be
removing the reference to § 173.153 name of the hazardous material. added in Column (6). This revision
‘‘Exceptions for Division 6.1 (poisonous 17. The entry, ‘‘Contrivances, water- appears as a ‘‘Remove/Add’’ in this
materials)’’ in Column (8A). activated, with burster, expelling charge rulemaking.
8. In accordance with changes in the or propelling charge,’’ UN0249, would 25. A new entry, ‘‘Formic acid with
Fourteenth revised edition of the UN be revised by removing Special not less than 10% but not more than
Recommendations, we propose to provision 101, which requires the name 85% acid by mass,’’ UN3412, would be
remove the following entries: of the particular substance or article to added.
—The entry ‘‘Carbon dioxide and be specified. In addition, the letter ‘‘G’’ 26. A new entry, ‘‘Formic acid with
nitrous oxide mixtures,’’ UN1015; would be added to Column (1), not less than 5% but less than 10% acid
—The entry ‘‘Carbon dioxide and requiring the proper shipping name to by mass,’’ UN3412, would be added.
oxygen mixtures, compressed,’’ be supplemented with the technical 27. A new entry, ‘‘Fuel cell cartridges
UN1014; and name of the hazardous material. containing flammable liquids,’’
—The entry ‘‘Carbon monoxide and 18. The entry ‘‘Corrosive liquid, UN3473, would be added.
hydrogen mixture, compressed,’’ acidic, inorganic, n.o.s.,’’ UN3264, PG II, 28. The entry ‘‘Hydrazine aqueous
UN2600. would be revised by removing Special solutions, with more than 37%
9. The entry, ‘‘Charges, shaped, provision A6. Special provision A6 hydrazine, by mass’’ UN2030, PG I,
flexible, linear,’’ UN0288, would be specifies that for combination would be revised by removing Special
revised by removing Special provision packagings, if plastic inner packagings provision 151. Special provision 151
101, which requires the name of the are used, they must be packed in tightly specifies that if this material meets the
particular substance or article to be closed metal receptacles before packing definition of a flammable liquid in
specified. in outer packagings. Special provision § 173.120 of the HMR, a FLAMMABLE
10. The entry ‘‘Chlorosilanes, A6 applies only to the PG I entry of this LIQUID label is required and the basic
corrosive, n.o.s.,’’ UN2987, PG II, would material. description on the shipping paper must
be revised by removing the reference to 19. The proper shipping name for the indicate the Class 3 subsidiary hazard.
§ 173.154 ‘‘Exceptions for Class 8 entry ‘‘Crotonaldehyde, Stabilized,’’ Changes to the Fourteenth revised
(corrosive materials)’’ in Column (8A). UN1143, would be revised to read edition of the UN Recommendations
11. The entry ‘‘Chlorosilanes, ‘‘Crotonaldehyde or Crotonaldehyde, removed this requirement. Shipping
flammable, corrosive, n.o.s.,’’ UN2985, stabilized’’ and to add proposed new paper and labeling requirements for
PG II, would be revised by removing the Special provision 175. New Special materials with subsidiary hazards are
reference to § 173.150 ‘‘Exceptions for provision 175 specifies this material is addressed in §§ 172.202 and 172.402,
Class 3 (flammable) and combustible required to be stabilized when in respectively. 28a. The entry ‘‘Hydrogen
liquids’’ in Column (8A). concentrations of not more than 99%. in a metal hydride storage system,’’
UN3468, would be revised by amending revised by adding Special provision IP5. Specification portable tank, a portable
Column (9B) to authorize 100 kg gross. When this material is transported in an tank having a minimum test pressure
29. The entry ‘‘Hydrogen peroxide IBC, Special provision IP5 specifies the of 2.65 bar (265 kPa) may be used
and peroxyacetic acid mixtures, IBC must have a device to allow provided the calculated test pressure
stabilized with acids, water, and not venting. is 2.65 bar or less based on the
more than 5 percent peroxyacetic acid,’’ 39. For the entry ‘‘Lead phosphite, maximum allowable working pressure
UN3149, would be revised by adding dibasic,’’ UN2989, PG II, the quantity of the material, as defined in
Special provision IP5. When this limitations in Columns (9A) and (9B) § 178.275 of the HMR, where the test
material is transported in an IBC, would be revised to read 15 kg and 50 pressure is 1.5 times the maximum
Special provision IP5 specifies the IBC kg, respectively. allowable working pressure.
must have a device to allow venting. 40. For the entry ‘‘Lead phosphite, —TP29 to specify that when this
30. The entry ‘‘Hydrogen peroxide, dibasic,’’ UN2989, PG III, the quantity material is transported in an IM or UN
aqueous solutions with more than 40 limitations in Columns (9A) and (9B) Specification portable tank, a portable
percent but not more than 60 percent would be revised to read 25 kg and 100 tank having a minimum test pressure
hydrogen peroxide (stabilized as kg, respectively. of 1.5 bar (150.0 kPa) may be used
necessary),’’ UN2014, would be revised 41. The entry provided the calculated test pressure
by adding Special provision IP5. When ‘‘Methylphenyldichlorosilane,’’ is 1.5 bar or less based on the
this material is transported in an IBC, UN2437, PG II, would be revised by maximum allowable working pressure
Special provision IP5 specifies the IBC removing the reference to § 173.154 of the material, as defined in
must have a device to allow venting. ‘‘Exceptions for Class 8 (corrosive § 178.275 of the HMR, where the test
31. The entry ‘‘Hydrogen peroxide, materials)’’ in Column (8A). pressure is 1.5 times the maximum
aqueous solutions with not less than 20 42. The entry ‘‘Motor fuel anti-knock allowable working pressure.
percent but not more than 40 percent mixtures,’’ UN1649, would be corrected
hydrogen peroxide (stabilized as 48. The entry ‘‘Paint or Paint related
by removing the subsidiary hazard label materials,’’ UN3066, would be revised
necessary),’’ UN2014, would be revised requirement in Column (6).
by adding Special provision IP5. When by adding the following Special
43. The entry ‘‘Organometallic provisions to the PG II and III entries,
this material is transported in an IBC, substance, solid, pyrophoric,’’ UN3391,
Special provision IP5 specifies the IBC respectively:
PG I, would be revised by correcting the
must have a device to allow venting. Column (8B) Non-bulk packaging entry —TP28 to specify that when this
32. The entry ‘‘Hydrogen peroxide, ‘‘181’’ to read ‘‘187.’’ material is transported in an IM or UN
aqueous solutions with not less than 8 44. The entry ‘‘Organometallic Specification portable tank, a portable
percent but less than 20 percent substance, solid, pyrophoric, water- tank having a minimum test pressure
hydrogen peroxide (stabilized as reactive,’’ UN3393, PG I, would be of 2.65 bar (265 kPa) may be used
necessary),’’ UN2984, would be revised revised by correcting the Column (8B) provided the calculated test pressure
by adding Special provision IP5. When Non-bulk packaging entry ‘‘181’’ to read is 2.65 bar or less based on the
this material is transported in an IBC, ‘‘187.’’ maximum allowable working pressure
Special provision IP5 specifies the IBC 45. A new entry, ‘‘Paint, corrosive, of the material, as defined in
must have a device to allow venting. flammable (including paint, lacquer, § 178.275 of the HMR, where the test
33. The entry ‘‘Hydrogen peroxide, enamel, stain, shellac, varnish, polish, pressure is 1.5 times the maximum
stabilized or Hydrogen peroxide liquid filler and liquid lacquer base),’’ allowable working pressure.
aqueous solutions, stabilized with more UN3470, PG II, would be added. —TP29 to specify that when this
than 60 percent hydrogen peroxide,’’ 46. A new entry ‘‘Paint, flammable, material is transported in an IM or UN
UN2015, would be revised by removing corrosive (including paint, lacquer, Specification portable tank, a portable
Special provision T10 and adding enamel, stain, shellac, varnish, polish, tank having a minimum test pressure
Special provision T9. When this liquid filler and liquid lacquer base),’’ of 1.5 bar (150.0 kPa) may be used
material is transported in a UN portable UN3469, PG I, II, and III, would be provided the calculated test pressure
tank, Special provision T10 requires the added. is 1.5 bar or less based on the
UN portable tank pressure relief device 47. The entry ‘‘Paint including paint, maximum allowable working pressure
to comply with the requirements lacquer, enamel, stain, shellac of the material, as defined in
specified in § 178.275(g)(3) of the HMR. solutions, varnish, polish, liquid filler § 178.275 of the HMR, where the test
The proposed addition of Special and liquid lacquer base,’’ UN1263, pressure is 1.5 times the maximum
provision T9 would remove this would be revised by adding the allowable working pressure.
requirement. following Special provisions to the PG 49. A new entry, ‘‘Paint related
34. For the entry
I, II, and III entries, respectively: material, corrosive, flammable
‘‘Hydrogendifluorides, n.o.s.,’’ UN1740,
—TP27 to specify that when this (including paint thinning or reducing
PG II and III, the proper shipping name
material is transported in an IM or UN compound),’’ UN3470, PG II, would be
would be revised by to read
Specification portable tank, a portable added.
‘‘Hydrogendifluorides, solid, n.o.s.’’
This revision appears as a ‘‘Remove/ tank having a minimum test pressure 50. A new entry, ‘‘Paint related
Add’’ in this rulemaking. of 4 bar (400 kPa) may be used material, flammable, corrosive
35. A new entry provided the calculated test pressure (including paint thinning or reducing
‘‘Hydrogendifluorides, solution, n.o.s.,’’ is 4 bar or less based on the maximum compound),’’ UN3469, PG I, II, and III
allowable working pressure of the would be added.
UN3471, PG II and III, would be added.

36. The entry ‘‘Hydroquinone, solid,’’ material, as defined in § 178.275 of 51. The entry ‘‘Paint related material
UN2662, would be removed. the HMR, where the test pressure is including paint thinning, drying,
37. The entry ‘‘Hydroquinone 1.5 times the maximum allowable removing, or reducing compound,’’
solution,’’ UN3435, would be removed. working pressure. UN1263, would be revised by adding
38. The entry ‘‘Hypochlorite —TP28 to specify that when this the following Special provisions to the
solutions,’’ UN1791, PG II, would be material is transported in an IM or UN PG I, II, and III entries, respectively:
—TP27 to specify that when this 58. The entry ‘‘Rare gases and would be revised to specify that, in
material is transported in an IM or UN nitrogen mixtures, compressed,’’ addition to sealed packets, articles
Specification portable tank, a portable UN1981, would be removed. containing less than 10 mL of a Class 3
tank having a minimum test pressure 59. The proper shipping name Packing Group II or III liquid absorbed
of 4 bar (400 kPa) may be used ‘‘Regulated medical waste,’’ UN3291, into a solid material would be excepted
provided the calculated test pressure would be removed and a new proper from the HMR provided there is no free
is 4 bar or less based on the maximum shipping name ‘‘Regulated medical liquid in the packet.
allowable working pressure of the waste, n.o.s. or Clinical waste • Special provision 77 applies to use
material, as defined in § 178.275 of unspecified, n.o.s. or (BIO) Medical of Division 5.1 subsidiary risk label. We
the HMR, where the test pressure is waste, n.o.s.,’’ UN3291, would be added propose to revise this special provision
1.5 times the maximum allowable in its place. for consistency with the wording in the
working pressure. 60. For the international entry for UN Recommendations. As proposed,
—TP28 to specify that when this ‘‘Sulfur,’’ UN1350, the quantity Special provision 77 would no longer
material is transported in an IM or UN limitations in Columns (9A) and (9B) apply only to ‘‘domestic
Specification portable tank, a portable would be revised to read 25 kg and 100 transportation.’’ Further, we propose to
tank having a minimum test pressure kg, respectively. clarify that a Division 5.1 label is
of 2.65 bar (265 kPa) may be used 61. The entry required if other oxidizing gases are
provided the calculated test pressure ‘‘Trimethylchlorosilane,’’ UN1298, PG present. Also, the provision would be
is 2.65 bar or less based on the II, would be revised by removing the applied to the entry ‘‘Compressed gas,
maximum allowable working pressure reference to § 173.150 ‘‘Exceptions for n.o.s.,’’ UN1956, which is the most
of the material, as defined in Class 3 (flammable) and combustible appropriate description for mixtures
§ 178.275 of the HMR, where the test liquids’’ in Column (8A). currently described as ‘‘Carbon dioxide
pressure is 1.5 times the maximum Also, see § 172.102 for additional and oxygen mixtures, compressed.’’ In
allowable working pressure. HMT amendments. this NPRM, we are proposing to remove
—TP29 to specify that when this the entry for ‘‘Carbon dioxide and
material is transported in an IM or UN Appendix B to § 172.101
oxygen mixtures, compressed,’’ which is
Specification portable tank, a portable Appendix B to § 172.101 lists Marine consistent with its removal from the UN
tank having a minimum test pressure Pollutants regulated under the HMR. Recommendations.
of 1.5 bar (150.0 kPa) may be used For the entry ‘‘Copper chloride’’ we are • Special provision 146 would be
provided the calculated test pressure proposing to add the designation ‘‘PP’’ amended to authorize the domestic
is 1.5 bar or less based on the to indicate that copper chloride is a classification of a material as
maximum allowable working pressure severe marine pollutant. We are also environmentally hazardous if it is
of the material, as defined in proposing to correct an oversight by designated as such by foreign competent
§ 178.275 of the HMR, where the test removing the entries ‘‘Alcohol C–13— authorities. The provision as currently
pressure is 1.5 times the maximum C–15 poly (1–6) ethoxylate’’ and ‘‘1,2- worded may be interpreted to only
allowable working pressure. Dichlorobenzene.’’ Removal of the entry allow such classification for
52. The entry ‘‘Plastic molding ‘‘Alcohol C–13—C–15 poly (1–6) international shipments. Due to current
compound in dough, sheet or extruded ethoxylate’’ was overlooked in a final differences in criteria for the
rope form evolving flammable vapor, rule published under Docket HM–215G classification of environmentally
UN3314, PG III, would be revised by (69 FR 76044; December 20, 2004) and hazardous substances world-wide, we
removing vessel stowage location A and removal of the entry ‘‘1,2- believe the amended provision will
adding location E in Column (10A), and Dichlorobenzene’’ was overlooked in a afford additional flexibility to industry
by adding Vessel Stowage provisions 19, final rule published under Docket HM– and reduce shipping costs by allowing
25 and proposed new Vessel Stowage 215D (66 FR 33316; June 21, 2001). both domestic and international
provision 144 in Column (10B). shipments to be treated identically.
Section 172.102 • Special provision 147 applies to
53. The entry ‘‘Polymeric beads,
expandable, evolving flammable vapor, Section 172.102 lists a number of non-sensitized emulsions, suspensions
UN2211, PG III, would be revised by special provisions applicable to the and gels consisting primarily of a
removing stowage location A and transportation of specific hazardous mixture of ammonium nitrate and fuel,
adding location E in Column (10A), and materials. Special provisions contain intended to produce a Type E blasting
by adding Vessel Stowage provisions 19, packaging provisions, prohibitions, and explosive only after further processing
25 and proposed new Vessel Stowage exceptions applicable to particular prior to use. In accordance with the UN
provision 144 in Column (10B). quantities or forms of hazardous Recommendations, this special
54. For the entry ‘‘Propionic acid,’’ materials. For consistency with provision would be revised to specify
UN1848, the proper shipping name international standards, we propose to the composition of mixtures for
would be revised to read, ‘‘Propionic amend § 172.102, Special provisions, as suspensions and gels and to specify
acid with not less than 10% and less follows: these substances be tested in accordance
than 90% acid by mass.’’ This revision • Special provision 15 specifies the with Test Series 8 of the UN Manual of
appears as a ‘‘Remove/Add’’ in this types of materials and packaging Tests and Criteria.
rulemaking. requirements for chemical kits and first • Special provision 166 authorizes
55. A new entry, ‘‘Propionic acid with aid kits. We propose to revise Special non-friable, tablet form calcium
not less than 90% acid by mass,’’ provision 15 to list examples that may hypochlorite, dry or hydrated, to be
UN3463, would be added. be described as ‘‘Chemical kits’’ and transported as a Packing Group III
56. The entry ‘‘Rare gases mixtures, ‘‘First aid kits.’’ material. In accordance with the UN
compressed,’’ UN1979, would be • Special provision 47 specifies Recommendations, we propose to revise
removed. requirements for mixtures of non- Special provision 166 to remove the
57. The entry ‘‘Rare gases and oxygen hazardous solids and flammable liquids. authorization for ‘‘hydrated’’ non-friable
mixtures, compressed,’’ UN1980, would In accordance with the UN tablet forms of calcium hypochlorite to
be removed. Recommendations, Special provision 47 be transported as a PG III material.
• A new Special provision 175 would UN 1263, Paint, 3, PG II, 5 fiberboard requirements. Finally, we are proposing
be added to require stabilization for boxes x 5 L, 6 fiberboard boxes x 10 L to add a new paragraph (c)(7) to except
certain substances when transported in Where the letter ‘‘G’’ follows the Class 7 radioactive materials in type A,
concentrations of not more than 99%. quantity in Column (9A) or (9B), the IP–2, IP–3, B(U), B(M) or C packages
• Special provision 101 would be gross mass must be indicated, rather from the orientation marking
removed. This special provision than the net quantity. requirement.
requires the name of the particular Also, we are proposing the following
substance or article to be specified. With additional requirements: Sections 172.407 and 172.427
the introduction of the letter ‘‘G’’ in —For empty uncleaned packaging, only Section 172.407 establishes
Column (1), which requires the n.o.s. the number and type of packaging specifications for package labels.
and generic proper shipping names to must be shown; Section 172.427 establishes
be supplemented with the technical —For chemical kits and first aid kits, requirements for the ORGANIC
name of the hazardous material, Special the total net mass of hazardous PEROXIDE label. In accordance with the
provision 101 becomes obsolete. materials must be shown. Where a kit UN Recommendations, we are
• A new Special provision A105 contains solids and/or liquids, the net proposing to revise the ORGANIC
would be added to specify the quantity mass of liquids within the kit is to be PEROXIDE label. The new label will
of hazardous materials allowed in calculated on a 1 to 1 basis, i.e., 1 liter reflect the fact that organic peroxides
equipment or apparatus. equals 1 kilogram; are highly flammable and will enable
—For dangerous goods in machinery or transport workers to readily distinguish
Section 172.202
apparatus, the individual total peroxides from oxidizers with which
Section 172.202 establishes quantities of dangerous goods in they are generally not compatible. We
requirements for shipping descriptions solid, liquid or gaseous state, also propose to allow labels meeting the
on shipping papers. Currently, the basic contained in the article must be specifications in effect on December 31,
description of a hazardous material shown; 2006, to continue to be displayed until
consists of the proper shipping name, —For dangerous goods transported in a January 1, 2011 (see § 171.14). Adoption
hazard class, ID number and packing salvage packaging, an estimate of the of the redesigned label will eliminate
group, in that order. The HMR also quantity of dangerous goods per the current requirement in § 172.402 for
authorize an alternative description package must be shown; a package containing an organic
sequence, which lists the identification —For cylinders, the total quantity may peroxide to bear a FLAMMABLE
number first, followed by the proper be indicated by the number of LIQUID subsidiary label in addition to
shipping name, hazard class, and cylinders, for example, ‘‘10 the ORGANIC PEROXIDE primary
packing group. Beginning January 1, cylinders;’’ hazard class label.
2007, the alternative shipping —For items where ‘‘No Limit’’ is shown
description sequence will be mandatory in Column (9A) or (9B) of the HMT, Section 172.552
on shipping documents prepared the quantity shown should be the net Section 172.552 establishes specific
according to the ICAO Technical mass or volume of the material, requirements for the ORGANIC
Instructions and the IMDG Code. In this except for UN2800, UN2807, UN3072, PEROXIDE placard. In accordance with
NPRM, we propose to adopt the UN3166 and UN3173, where the the UN Recommendations, in paragraph
alternative shipping description quantity should be the gross mass of (b), we are proposing to revise the
sequence. We are also proposing a 2- the article. ORGANIC PEROXIDE placard. The new
year transition period to allow offerors
Section 172.312 placard will reflect the fact that organic
sufficient time to convert to the new
Section 172.312 addresses marking peroxides are highly flammable and will
shipping description sequence. Readers
requirements for liquid hazardous enable transport workers to readily
are invited to comment on this proposal,
materials in non-bulk packagings. distinguish peroxides from oxidizers
especially on the length of the transition
period. Specifically, the packaging must be with which they are generally not
The description of a hazardous marked with orientation arrows to compatible. We also propose to allow
material on a shipping paper must indicate how the package should be placards meeting the specifications in
include the total quantity of hazardous oriented during transportation; the effect on December 31, 2006, to
material (by mass or volume) covered by arrows indicate which end of the continue to be displayed until January
the description (see § 172.202(a)(5)). The package is ‘‘up.’’ Currently the HMR 1, 2011 (see § 171.14).
majority of quantity limitations set forth require orientation markings only on a Part 173
for transportation by aircraft, in non-bulk combination package with
Columns (9A) and (9B), are ‘‘net’’ inner packagings that contain a liquid Section 173.9
quantities. Section 175.75 limits the hazardous material, unless specifically Section 173.9 sets forth requirements
quantity of hazardous materials, excepted. In this NPRM, we propose to for transporting cargo that has been
expressed in net mass, aboard an revise paragraph (a) to require fumigated or is undergoing fumigation.
aircraft. To facilitate compliance with orientation markings on single Such shipments must have a
the aircraft operator’s requirements, we packagings fitted with vents and on FUMIGANT marking. As specified in
are proposing that, for transportation by open cryogenic receptacles intended for this section, the FUMIGANT marking
aircraft, the total quantity per package the transport of refrigerated liquefied includes an indication of the material
be shown, expressed as net mass, except gases. Also, we propose to require the used for fumigation and the date and
as otherwise specified. For example: size of the marking to be proportioned time the fumigant was applied.
UN1263, Paint, 3, PG II, 5 fiberboard so that it is clearly visible in relation to Currently, transport vehicles or freight
boxes x 5 L each the size of the package, and to require containers containing fumigated cargoes
Different size packages containing the color of the arrows to be either black are not required to show the date the
different quantities of the same or red on a suitable contrasting fumigant transport vehicle or freight
hazardous material must be clearly background. Currently, the HMR do not container was ventilated to remove
identified. For example: specify either size or color harmful concentration of fumigant gas.
To minimize the possibility of an Section 173.115 procedure. This will ensure that
individual entering a fumigated The HMR define a Division 2.2 non- oxidizing substances containing 5.0% or
transport vehicle or freight container flammable gas as any material or more of combustible organic substances
prematurely, we are proposing to add mixture that ‘‘exerts in the packaging an are also tested for their ability to self-
the date of ventilation on the absolute pressure of 280 kPa (40.6 psia) react and to ensure that in such
FUMIGANT marking. We are also or greater at 20 °C (68 °F), * * *.’’ In instances, these substances are
proposing to revise the specifications for paragraph (b)(1), we propose to add the appropriately classed for their self-
the FUMIGANT marking to allow either phrase ‘‘or is a cryogenic liquid,’’ to reactive hazard.
red or black marking on a white clarify that a cryogenic liquid, whether Section 173.133
background. Finally, we are proposing or not it meets the definition of a
to revise the section for clarity. Division 2.2 non-flammable gas, is Section 173.133 establishes criteria
subject to the HMR. This is consistent for assignment of packing groups to
Sections 173.35, 173.120, 173.121, and with the current requirements for
Appendix H to Part 173 poisonous (Division 6.1) materials. We
cryogenic liquids in § 173.115(g). are proposing to amend the toxicity
Section 173.35 sets forth requirements Currently, paragraph (k)(5) of this criteria for consistency with the toxicity
for transporting hazardous materials in section requires aerosols containing criteria adopted in the UN
Class 8, PG III materials to be assigned Recommendations on the basis of the
intermediate bulk containers (IBCs);
a Class 8 subsidiary hazard. We are limits established in the GHS. As a
§ 173.120 establishes classification
proposing to amend paragraph (k)(5) to result, some materials that were not
criteria for flammable liquid (Class 3)
specify that aerosols containing Class 8, previously regulated under the HMR
materials; § 173.121 addresses packing PG II or PG III materials must be
group assignments for Class 3 materials; will be regulated as Division 6.1,
assigned a Class 8 subsidiary hazard. Packing Group III; some materials
and Appendix H to Part 173 sets forth
methods to test a material to determine Section 173.124 currently regulated as Division 6.1,
its combustibility. We are proposing Section 173.124 establishes Packing Group I or II will be assigned
revisions in all of these sections to classification criteria for Division 4.1 to a different packing group; and some
revise the upper limit for a PG III (flammable solid), Division 4.2 materials that were previously regulated
flammable liquid from 60.5 °C (141 °F) (spontaneously combustible), and as Division 6.1, Packing Group III will
to 60 °C (140 °F). This is consistent with Division 4.3 (dangerous when wet) not be subject to regulation under the
recent changes to the classification of materials. We are proposing to require HMR. PHMSA is proposing a five year
flammable liquids based on the GHS mixtures of oxidizing substances transition period.
and adoption into the UN containing 5.0% or more combustible The effect of these changes to packing
Recommendations. PHMSA is also organic substances to be subject to the group assignments for Division 6.1
proposing a five-year transition period. self-reactive substance classification materials is summarized as follows:
Current PG Proposed PG
Material properties assignment assignment
Oral LD50 > 200, ≤ 300 (Solid) ............................................................................................................................ Not regulated ... III.
Oral LD50 > 300, ≤ 500 (Liquid) .......................................................................................................................... III ...................... Not regulated.
Dermal LD50 > 40, ≤ 50 ....................................................................................................................................... II ....................... I.
Inhalation toxicity by dusts and mists LC50 > 0.2, ≤ 0.5 ..................................................................................... I ........................ II.
Inhalation toxicity by dusts and mists LC50 > 4, ≤ 10 ......................................................................................... III ...................... Not regulated.
Sections 173.134 and 173.197 transportation or transported in a liquid Tests and Criteria as the only acceptable
These sections are revised by state. Therefore, we are proposing to test method for determining the
replacing the wording ‘‘Regulated revise the definition of a ‘‘corrosive corrosivity of a material. That was not
medical waste’’ with the wording material’’ in paragraph (a), to include a our intent. In this NPRM, we are
‘‘Regulated medical waste or clinical solid material that is offered for proposing to revise paragraph (c)(2) to
waste or (bio) medical waste.’’ transportation or transported as a liquid specify that corrosivity may be
and has a severe corrosion rate on steel determined in accordance with methods
Section 173.136 or aluminium. described in the UN Manual of Tests
Currently, the HMR define ‘‘corrosive Also, we are proposing to remove the and Criteria, as well as other equivalent
material’’ to mean ‘‘a liquid or solid that grandfather provision in § 173.136(d) on methods such as those described in
causes full thickness destruction of the basis that it is no longer necessary ASTM G 31–72.
human skin at the site of contact within because tests other than the one
a specified period of time. A liquid that specified in the UN Manual of Tests and Section 173.159
has a severe corrosion rate on steel or Criteria will be authorized. See the
aluminum based on the criteria in § 173.137 preamble discussion below. Section 173.159 establishes
§ 173.137(c)(2) is also a corrosive transportation requirements for wet
Section 173.137 electric storage batteries. In accordance
material.’’ Certain solids with a low
melting point may become liquid during Section 173.137 establishes packing with the ICAO Technical Instructions,
transportation, and others may be group criteria for corrosive (Class 8) we are proposing to revise paragraphs
intentionally heated above their melting materials. In a final rule published (a), (c)(1), (c)(2), (c)(4), (c)(5), (d)(1) and
point and transported as a liquid in the under Docket HM–215G (69 FR 76155; (e)(2) to clarify that batteries may be
molten state. We believe that the Class December 20, 2004), we revised the protected against short circuits by the
8 definition should apply equally to language in paragraph (c)(2) mandating use of non-conductive caps that cover
liquids and to solids offered for the corrosion test in the UN Manual of the entire terminal(s).
Section 173.166 Section 173.222 Because the aerosols and small gas
This section establishes requirements receptacles would not be subject to the
Section 173.166 establishes shipping paper, package marking, or
transportation requirements for air bag for hazardous materials in equipment,
machinery and apparatus. Because of labeling requirements, a carrier might be
inflators, air bag modules, and seat-belt unaware of the potential risks. In
the addition of Special provision A105
pretensioners. Currently, paragraph addition, to avoid confusion and further
in the HMT, the shipping paper
(d)(1) excepts from the HMR air bag clarify the intent of this exception, we
requirements in paragraph (d) no longer
modules and seat-belt pretensioners are proposing to revise paragraph (i) to
apply to transportation by aircraft. We
approved by the Associate are proposing to revise paragraph (d) specify that the 50 mL exception for
Administrator and installed in a motor accordingly. aerosols does not apply to self-defense
vehicle or a completed motor vehicle sprays. It was not our intent to authorize
component. We propose to revise Section 173.224 the use of this exception for self-defense
paragraph (d)(1) to expand the Section 173.224 establishes packaging sprays.
exception to include air bag modules and control and emergency Also, we are proposing to add a new
and seat-belt pretensioners installed in temperatures for self-reactive materials. paragraph (j) to alert readers to
other means of conveyance, such as The Self-Reactive Materials Table in additional exceptions for compressed
boats and aircraft, or their components. paragraph (b)(7) of this section specifies gases in § 173.307.
self-reactive materials authorized for Part 175
Section 173.187
transportation without first being
Section 173.187 establishes approved for transportation by the Section 175.10
transportation requirements for Associate Administrator for Hazardous Currently, safety matches or a lighter
pyrophoric solids, metals, or alloys, not Materials Safety and requirements for intended for use by a passenger or crew
otherwise specified (n.o.s.). We propose transporting these materials. In member are excepted from the HMR. In
to revise this section for clarity and to paragraph (b)(7), we propose to add a accordance with the ICAO Technical
correct an oversight by adding 4A steel new entry ‘‘Acetone-pyrogallol Instructions, in this NPRM, we are
boxes to the list of authorized copolymer 2-diazo-1-naphthol-5- proposing to revise paragraph (a)(2) to
packagings for pyrophoric solids, metals sulphonate’’ to the Self-Reactive limit the number of safety matches that
or alloys, n.o.s. Materials Table. may be carried on one’s person or in
Section 173.230 carry-on baggage by a passenger or
Section 173.216 crewmember to one packet.
We are proposing to add a new
Section 173.216 establishes packaging section (§ 173.230) for the Section 175.78
transportation requirements for blue, transportation of ‘‘Fuel cell cartridges Section 175.78 establishes
brown, or white asbestos. Paragraph (c) containing flammable liquids, UN requirements for stowing hazardous
of this section specifies packaging 3473’’ including methanol or methanol/ materials on an airplane. We propose to
requirements for these materials. In water solutions. For consistency with amend paragraph (c)(4) to clarify which
paragraph (c), we are proposing to the ICAO Technical Instructions, we are explosive materials may be stowed
require bags or other non-rigid packages proposing to require fuel cell cartridges together aboard an aircraft and to
containing asbestos to be transported in containing flammable liquids, other remove existing stowage references for
rigid outer packages or closed freight than those packaged with equipment, to
explosive materials not authorized for
containers. be packaged in specification packagings
transportation aboard aircraft under any
for all modes of transportation. Fuel cell
Section 173.220 circumstances.
cartridges packaged in or with
Section 173.220 establishes equipment must be packaged in strong Part 176
transportation requirements for internal outer packagings.
Section 176.76
combustion engines, self-propelled Section 173.306 Section 176.76 establishes
vehicles, mechanical equipment This section establishes transportation requirements for vessel transportation of
containing internal combustion engines, requirements for limited quantities of transport vehicles, freight containers,
and battery powered vehicles and compressed gases. Paragraph (i) of this and portable tanks containing hazardous
equipment. For transportation by section excepts aerosols with capacities materials. Paragraph (f) includes
aircraft, the HMR impose a pressure under 50 mL (1.7 oz) and pressures not requirements for portable tanks
limit of not more than 5% of the exceeding 970 kPa (141 psig) at 55 °C containing flammable liquids or gases.
maximum allowable working pressure (131 °F) from all HMR requirements. In Consistently with recent changes to the
in any part of the system between the this NPRM, we propose to expand this classification of flammable liquids
pressure receptacle and the shut off exception to aerosols with capacities of based on the GHS and adopted into the
valve of a flammable gas powered less than 50 mL (1.7 oz) and pressures UN Recommendations discussed
vehicle. We are proposing to revise of up to 290 psig (2000 kPa) provided elsewhere in this preamble, we are
paragraph (b)(2)(ii)(B)(3) to specify that the packagings conform to the general proposing to revise paragraph (f)(2) to
the pressure limit imposed applies to packaging requirements of § 173.24. The specify the new upper limit for a PG III
the entire closed system and that the proposed amendment is not consistent flammable liquid to be 60 °C (140 °F).
maximum pressure allowed is 290 psig with provisions of the UN
(2000 kPa). Also, consistently with the Recommendations or the ICAO Section 176.83
ICAO Technical Instructions, we are Technical Instructions, which do not Section 176.83 establishes segregation
proposing to revise paragraphs (c) and limit the pressure within the aerosol or requirements for hazardous materials
(d) to clarify that batteries may be small receptacle. We are not convinced transported by vessel. We are proposing
protected against short circuits by the that aerosols should be excepted from to revise paragraph (a)(4) to identify
use of non-conductive caps that cover all regulation when the pressure in the materials of different hazard classes that
the entire terminal(s). container exceeds 290 psig (2000 kPa). do not react dangerously with each
other and, therefore, do not need to be ability of the portable tank to withstand VI. Regulatory Analyses and Notices
segregated. the effects of a longitudinal impact. This
A. Statutory/Legal Authority for This
requirement would take effect on
Section 176.84 Rulemaking
January 1, 2008, and is consistent with
Section 176.84 contains additional the international requirements. UN This proposed rule is published under
stowage and segregation requirements portable tanks impact-tested based on the following statutory authorities:
for hazardous materials on cargo and the criteria in effect on October 1, 2005, 1. 49 U.S.C. 5103(b) authorizes the
passenger vessels. Consistently with the would not need to be retested. Secretary of Transportation to prescribe
2004 Edition of the IMDG Code, regulations for the safe transportation,
incorporating Amendment 33–06, in the Section 178.602 including security, of hazardous
paragraph (b) Table of provisions, we material in intrastate, interstate, and
Section 178.602 establishes foreign commerce. This proposed rule
are proposing to add a new Code ‘‘144.’’ requirements for the preparation of
Code ‘‘144’’ would be added to the amends regulations to maintain
packagings for testing to ascertain that alignment with international standards
entries ‘‘Plastic molding compound in the packaging conforms to the design
dough, sheet or extruded rope from by incorporating various amendments,
requirements of the applicable including changes to proper shipping
evolving flammable vapor,’’ UN3314, specification. Currently, for the
and ‘‘Polymeric beads expandable, names, hazard classes, packing groups,
preparation of bags for the drop and special provisions, packaging
evolving flammable vapor,’’ UN2211, to stacking tests, paragraph (b) requires
specify these materials must be authorizations, air transport quantity
bags to be filled to the maximum mass limitations and vessel stowage
mechanically ventilated in accordance at which they may be used. We are
with SOLAS regulation II–2/19 (IBR; see requirements. To this end, as discussed
proposing to revise paragraph (b) to in detail earlier in this preamble, the
§ 171.7 of this subchapter) for clarify that the preparation of bags for
flammable liquids with a flashpoint proposed rule amends the HMR to more
the drop and stacking tests only applies fully align them with the biennial
below 23 °C (73 °F) when stowed under to bags containing solids.
deck. updates of the UN Recommendations,
Also, we are proposing to add a new Section 178.810 the IMDG Code and the ICAO Technical
note ‘‘2’’ following the Table. Note ‘‘2’’ Instructions; this will facilitate the
provides an exception from the Section 178.810 establishes transport of hazardous materials in
segregation requirements for Class 8, PG requirements for performing the drop international commerce.
II and III materials, provided the test for IBCs. We are proposing to revise 2. 49 U.S.C. 5120(b) authorizes the
paragraph (b)(1) to clarify that metal, Secretary of Transportation to ensure
substances do not react dangerously
rigid plastic, and composite IBCs must that, to the extent practicable,
with each other and the quantities per
be filled to not less than 95% of their regulations governing the transportation
package do not exceed 30 L (7.8 gallons)
maximum capacity when conducting of hazardous materials in commerce are
for liquids and 30 kg (66 lbs.) for solids.
drop tests for solids, and not less than consistent with standards adopted by
We are also proposing to revise Codes
98% of their maximum capacity for international authorities. This rule
‘‘26,’’ ‘‘27,’’ ‘‘52,’’ and ‘‘53’’ to add the
liquids. Similarly, in paragraph (b)(2), proposes to amend the HMR to maintain
new proposed note ‘‘2.’’ These
we are proposing to require fiberboard alignment with international standards
provisions are consistent with the IMDG
and wooden IBCs to be filled with a by incorporating various amendments to
Code.
solid material to not less than 95% of facilitate the transport of hazardous
Part 178 their maximum capacity. Also, we are material in international commerce. To
proposing to add a new paragraph (b)(3) this end, as discussed in detail earlier in
Section 178.274 this preamble, the rule proposes to
to require filling flexible IBCs to the
Section 178.274 establishes design, maximum permissible gross mass and incorporate changes into the HMR based
manufacturing, and test requirements even distribution of the contents. on the Fourteenth revised edition of the
for UN portable tanks. Currently, a UN Recommendations, Amendment 33
prototype UN portable tank must be Part 180 to the IMDG Code, and the 2007–2008
shown capable of absorbing the forces Section 180.352 ICAO Technical Instructions, which
resulting from an impact not less than become effective January 1, 2007. The
four times the maximum permissible Section 180.352 establishes continually increasing amount of
gross weight of the fully loaded portable requirements for retesting and hazardous materials transported in
tank at a duration that is typical of the inspection of IBCs to ensure that they international commerce warrants the
mechanical shocks experienced in rail continue to conform to the applicable harmonization of domestic and
transportation. Several standards specification. We are proposing to revise international requirements to the
describing methods acceptable for paragraph (b) to specify that each IBC greatest extent possible. Harmonization
performing the impact test were intended to contain solids that are serves to facilitate international
previously listed in the UN loaded or discharged under pressure or transportation; at the same time,
Recommendations (6.7.3.15). The intended to contain liquids must be harmonization ensures the safety of
Fourteenth revised edition of the UN tested in accordance with the people, property, and the environment
Recommendations includes a dynamic leakproofness test prescribed in by reducing the potential for confusion
longitudinal impact test for portable § 178.813 prior to its first use in and misunderstanding that could result
tanks. All procedures, test requirements, transportation. For this test, the IBC is if shippers and transporters were
processing and analysis of data are not required to have its closures fitted. required to comply with two or more
found in Section 41 of Addendum 2 to These additions incorporate conflicting sets of regulatory

the UN Recommendations. clarifications adopted in the Fourteenth requirements. While the intent of this
We propose to revise paragraph (j)(6) revised edition of the UN rulemaking is to align the HMR with
to require each UN portable tank design Recommendations. We are proposing to international standards, we review and
type be subjected to a dynamic editorially revise paragraph (g) for consider each amendment on its own
longitudinal impact test to prove the clarity. merit based on its overall impact on
transportation safety and the economic set of regulations and a one year DOT issues a regulation concerning any
implications associated with its transition period. A regulatory of the covered subjects, DOT must
adoption into the HMR. Our goal is to evaluation is available for review in the determine and publish in the Federal
harmonize without sacrificing the public docket for this rulemaking. Register the effective date of Federal
current HMR level of safety and without preemption. The effective date may not
C. Executive Order 13132
imposing undue burdens on the be earlier than the 90th day following
regulated public. Thus, as discussed in This proposed rule has been analyzed the date of issuance of the final rule and
detail earlier in this preamble, there are in accordance with the principles and not later than two years after the date of
several instances where we elected not criteria contained in Executive Order issuance. PHMSA proposes the effective
to adopt a specific provision of the UN 13132 (‘‘Federalism’’). This proposed date of Federal preemption be 90 days
Recommendations, the IMDG Code or rule preempts State, local and Indian from publication of a final rule in this
the ICAO Technical Instructions; tribe requirements but does not propose matter in the Federal Register.
further, we are maintaining a number of any regulation that has substantial
direct effects on the States, the D. Executive Order 13175
current exceptions for domestic
transportation that should minimize the relationship between the national This proposed rule was analyzed in
compliance burden on the regulated government and the States, or the accordance with the principles and
community. distribution of power and criteria contained in Executive Order
responsibilities among the various 13175 (‘‘Consultation and Coordination
B. Executive Order 12866 and DOT levels of government. Therefore, the with Indian Tribal Governments’’).
Regulatory Policies and Procedures consultation and funding requirements Because this proposed rule does not
This proposed rule is not considered of Executive Order 13132 do not apply. have tribal implications, does not
a significant regulatory action under The Federal hazardous material impose substantial direct compliance
section 3(f) of Executive Order 12866 transportation law, 49 U.S.C. 5101– costs, and is required by statute, the
and, therefore, was not reviewed by the 5128, contains an express preemption funding and consultation requirements
Office of Management and Budget. The provision (49 U.S.C. 5125(b)) that of Executive Order 13175 do not apply.
proposed rule is not considered a preempts State, local, and Indian tribe E. Regulatory Flexibility Act, Executive
significant rule under the Regulatory requirements on certain covered Order 13272, and DOT Procedures and
Policies and Procedures of the subjects. Covered subjects are: Policies
Department of Transportation [44 FR (1) The designation, description, and
11034]. This proposed rule applies to classification of hazardous material; The Regulatory Flexibility Act (5
offerors and carriers of hazardous (2) The packing, repacking, handling, U.S.C. 601 et seq.) requires an agency to
materials, such as chemical labeling, marking, and placarding of review regulations to assess their impact
manufacturers, chemical users and hazardous material; on small entities, unless the agency
suppliers, packaging manufacturers, (3) The preparation, execution, and determines that a rule is not expected to
distributors, battery manufacturers, use of shipping documents related to have a significant impact on a
radiopharmaceutical companies, and hazardous material and requirements substantial number of small entities.
training companies. Benefits resulting related to the number, contents, and This proposed rule facilitates the
from the adoption of the amendments in placement of those documents; transportation of hazardous materials in
this proposed rule include enhanced (4) The written notification, international commerce by providing
transportation safety resulting from the recording, and reporting of the consistency with international
consistency of domestic and unintentional release in transportation standards. This proposed rule applies to
international hazard communications of hazardous material; and offerors and carriers of hazardous
and continued access to foreign markets (5) The design, manufacture, materials, some of whom are small
by U.S. manufacturers of hazardous fabrication, inspection, marking, entities, such as chemical users and
materials. maintenance, recondition, repair, or suppliers, packaging manufacturers,
The majority of amendments in this testing of a packaging or container distributors, battery manufacturers, and
proposed rule should result in cost represented, marked, certified, or sold training companies. As discussed above,
savings and ease the regulatory as qualified for use in transporting under Executive Order 12866, the
compliance burden for shippers engaged hazardous material in commerce. majority of amendments in this
in domestic and international This proposed rule addresses covered proposed rule should result in cost
commerce, including trans-border subject items (1), (2), (3), and (5) above savings and ease the regulatory
shipments within North America. and preempts State, local, and Indian compliance burden for shippers engaged
We propose a delayed effective date tribe requirements not meeting the in domestic and international
and a one-year transition period to ‘‘substantively the same’’ standard. This commerce, including trans-border
allow for training of employees and to proposed rule is necessary to shipments within North America.
ease any burden on entities affected by incorporate changes adopted in Many companies will realize
the amendments. The total net increase international standards, effective economic benefits as a result of these
in costs to businesses in implementing January 1, 2007. If the changes in this amendments. Additionally, the changes
the proposed rule is considered to be proposed rule are not adopted in the effected by this final rule will relieve
minimal. The costs are the result of HMR, U.S. companies, including U.S. companies, including small entities
reprogramming shipping paper numerous small entities competing in competing in foreign markets, from the
computer programs, replacement of pre- foreign markets, would be at an burden of complying with a dual system
printed forms for firms that do not use economic disadvantage. These of regulations. Therefore, I certify that
automated systems, and changes to companies would be forced to comply these amendments will not, if
package markings and labels. Initial with a dual system of regulations. The promulgated, have a significant
start-up and inventory costs would changes in this proposed rulemaking are economic impact on a substantial
result from these changes; however, the intended to avoid this result. Federal number of small entities.
costs would be offset by greater long- hazardous materials transportation law This proposed rule has been
term savings of conformance with one provides at section 5125(b)(2) that, if developed in accordance with Executive
Order 13272 (‘‘Proper Consideration of G. Regulation Identifier Number (RIN) List of Subjects
Small Entities in Agency Rulemaking’’)
A regulation identifier number (RIN) 49 CFR Part 171
and DOT’s procedures and policies to
promote compliance with the is assigned to each regulatory action Exports, Hazardous materials
Regulatory Flexibility Act to ensure that listed in the Unified Agenda of Federal transportation, Hazardous waste,
potential impacts of draft rules on small Regulations. The Regulatory Information Imports, Incorporation by reference,
entities are properly considered. Service Center publishes the Unified Reporting and recordkeeping
Agenda in April and October of each requirements.
F. Paperwork Reduction Act year. The RIN contained in the heading
of this document can be used to cross- 49 CFR Part 172
Under the Paperwork Reduction Act
of 1995, no person is required to reference this action with the Unified Education, Hazardous materials
respond to a collection of information Agenda. transportation, Hazardous waste,
unless it displays a valid Office of H. Unfunded Mandates Reform Act Incorporation by reference, Labeling,
Management and Budget (OMB) control Markings, Packaging and containers,
number. Section 1320.8(d), Title 5, Code This proposed rule does not impose Reporting and recordkeeping
of Federal Regulations requires that unfunded mandates under the requirements.
PHMSA provide interested members of Unfunded Mandates Reform Act of 49 CFR Part 173
the public and affected agencies an 1995. It does not result in costs of
opportunity to comment on information $120.7 million or more to either State, Hazardous materials transportation,
collection and recordkeeping requests. local or tribal governments, in the Incorporation by reference, Packaging
PHMSA currently has two approved aggregate, or to the private sector, and and containers, Radioactive materials,
information collections affecting this is the least burdensome alternative that Reporting and recordkeeping
proposed rule: OMB Control Number achieves the objective of the rule. requirements, Uranium.
2137–0557, ‘‘Approvals for Hazardous I. Environmental Assessment 49 CFR Part 175
Materials’’ with 25,605 burden hours
and $562,837.40 burden costs; and OMB Air carriers, Hazardous materials
The National Environmental Policy
Control Number 2137–0613, transportation, Incorporation by
Act of 1969 (NEPA) requires Federal
‘‘Subsidiary Hazard Class & Number/ reference, Radioactive materials,
agencies to consider the consequences
Type of Packagings’’ with 63,309 burden Reporting and recordkeeping
of major Federal actions and prepare a
hours and $216,705 burden costs. requirements.
detailed statement on actions
This rule proposes minor editorial significantly affecting the quality of the 49 CFR Part 176
changes. However, there is no net human environment. We developed an Hazardous materials transportation,
increase in burden for OMB Control assessment to determine the effects of Incorporation by reference, Maritime
Number 2137–0557 or OMB Control these revisions on the environment and carriers, Radioactive materials,
Number 2137–0613. We estimate the whether a more comprehensive Reporting and recordkeeping
total information collection and environmental impact statement may be requirements.
recordkeeping burden as follows: required. Consistency in the regulations
for the transportation of hazardous 49 CFR Part 178
‘‘Approvals for Hazardous Materials’’
materials aids in shipper understanding Hazardous materials transportation,
OMB Number: 2137–0557. of the requirements and permits Incorporation by reference, Motor
Total Annual Number of shippers to more easily comply with vehicle safety, Packaging and
Respondents: 3,523. safety regulations and avoid the containers, Reporting and recordkeeping
Total Annual Responses: 3,874.8. potential for environmental damage or requirements.
Total Annual Burden Hours: 25,605. contamination. Our findings tentatively
Total Annual Burden Cost: conclude that there are no significant 49 CFR Part 180
$562,837.40. environmental impacts associated with Hazardous materials transportation,
this proposed rule. Interested parties, Incorporation by reference, Motor
‘‘Subsidiary Hazard Class & Number/
however, are invited to review the carriers, Motor vehicle safety, Packaging
Type of Packagings’’
Environmental Assessment available in and containers, Railroad safety,
OMB Number: 2137–0613. the docket and to comment on what Reporting and recordkeeping
Total Annual Number of environmental impact, if any, the requirements.
Respondents: 250,000. proposed regulatory changes would In consideration of the foregoing, 49
Total Annual Responses: 6,337,500. have. CFR Chapter I is proposed to be
Total Annual Burden Hours: 17,604. J. Privacy Act amended as follows:
Total Annual Burden Cost: $216,705.
Total First Year Burden Hours: Anyone is able to search the PART 171—GENERAL INFORMATION,
45,705. electronic form of any written REGULATIONS, AND DEFINITIONS
Total First Year Burden Cost: communications and comments
$1,115,992. received into any of our dockets by the 1. The authority citation for part 171
Requests for a copy of this name of the individual submitting the continues to read as follows:
information collection should be document (or signing the document, if Authority: 49 U.S.C. 5101–5128, 44701; 49
directed to Deborah Boothe or T. Glenn submitted on behalf of an association, CFR 1.45 and 1.53; Pub. L. 101–410 section
Foster, Office of Hazardous Materials business, labor union, etc.). You may 4 (28 U.S.C. 2461 note); Pub. L. 104–134
Standards (PHH–10), Pipeline and review DOT’s complete Privacy Act section 31001.
Hazardous Materials Safety Statement in the Federal Register 2. In § 171.7, in the paragraph (a)(3)
Administration, Room 8422, 400 published on April 11, 2000 (Volume table, the following changes are made:
Seventh Street, SW., Washington, DC 65, Number 70; Pages 19477–78) or you a. Under the entry ‘‘International Civil
20590–0001, telephone (202) 366–8553. may visit http://dms.dot.gov. Aviation Organization (ICAO),’’ the
entry ‘‘Technical Instructions for the Maritime Dangerous Goods Code (IMDG Transport of Dangerous Goods, Manual
Safe Transport of Dangerous Goods by Code), 2004 Edition, Incorporating of Tests and Criteria, Fourth Revised
Air (ICAO Technical Instructions), Amendment 32–04 (English Edition), Edition, (2003)’’ is revised.
2005–2006 Edition’’ is revised; Volumes 1 and 2’’ are revised; The revisions read as follows:
c. Under the entry ‘‘United Nations,’’
b. Under the entry ‘‘International the entry ‘‘UN Recommendations on the § 171.7 Reference material.
Maritime Organization (IMO),’’ the Transport of Dangerous Goods,
entries ‘‘International Convention for Thirteenth Revised Edition (2003), (a) * * *
the Safety of Life at Sea, (SOLAS) Volumes I and II’’ is revised; (3) Table of material incorporated by
Amendments 2000, Chapter II–2/ d. Under the entry ‘‘United Nations,’’ reference. * * *
Regulation 19, 2001’’ and ‘‘International the entry ‘‘UN Recommendations on the
Source and name of material 49 CFR reference
* * * * * * *
International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO).
* * * * * * *
Technical Instructions for the Safe Transport of Dangerous Goods by 171.8; 171.11; 172.202; 172.401; 172.512; 172.602; 173.320; 175.33;
Air (ICAO Technical Instructions), 2007–2008 Edition. 178.3.
International Maritime Organization (IMO).
* * * * * * *.
International Convention for the Safety of Life at Sea, (SOLAS) Amend- 176.63; 176.84.
ments 2000, Chapter II–2/Regulation 19, 2001.
International Maritime Dangerous Goods Code (IMDG 2006 Edition, In- 171.12; 172.202; 172.401; 172.502; 172.602; 173.21; 176.2; 176.5;
corporating Amendment 33–06 (English Edition), Volumes 1 and 2. 176.11; 176.27; 176.30; 178.3.
* * * * * * *
United Nations.
* * * * * * *
UN Recommendations on the Transport of Dangerous Goods, Four- 171.12; 172.202; 172.41; 172.502; 173.22; 173.24; 173.24b; 173.197;
teenth revised edition (2005). Volumes I and II. Part 173, appendix H; 178.274; 178.001.
UN Recommendations on the Transport of Dangerous Goods, Manual 172.102; 173.21; 173.56; 173.57; 173.58; 173.115; 173.124; 173.125;
of Tests and Criteria, Fourth revised edition, (2003), and Addendum 173.127; 173.128; 173.185; 178.274.
2, (2004).
* * * * * * *
* * * * * [PUBLICATION DATE OF FINAL shipping paper may display the new

3. In § 171.14, paragraph (b) is RULE] is January 1, 2007. A delayed shipping description; and
removed and reserved; paragraphs (d) compliance date of January 1, 2008, is (iii) Either old or new placards may be
introductory text, (d)(1) and (d)(2) are authorized. Unless otherwise specified, used regardless of whether old or new
revised; paragraphs (d)(7) and (d)(8) are on and after January 1, 2008, all shipping descriptions, labels, and
removed; paragraphs (e) and (f) are applicable regulatory requirements package markings are used.
revised; and new paragraph (g) is added adopted in the final rule in effect on * * * * *
to read as follows: January 1, 2007, must be met. (e) The shipping description
(2) Intermixing old and new sequences in effect on December 31,
§ 171.14 Transitional provisions for requirements. Marking, labeling, 2006, may be used until January 1, 2012.
implementing certain requirements. (f) A Division 5.2 label and a Division
placarding, and shipping paper
* * * * * descriptions must conform to either the 5.2 placard conforming to the
(b) [Reserved] old requirements of this subchapter in specifications in §§ 172.427 and
* * * * * effect on December 31, 2006, or the new 172.552, respectively, of this subchapter
(d) A final rule published in the requirements of this subchapter in the in effect on December 31, 2006, may be
Federal Register on [PUBLICATION final rule without intermixing used until January 1, 2011.
DATE OF FINAL RULE], effective communication elements, except that (g) The Class 3 and Division 6.1
January 1, 2007, resulted in revisions to intermixing is permitted during the classification criteria and packing group
this subchapter. During the transition applicable transition period for assignments in effect on December 31,
period, until January 1, 2008, as packaging, hazard communication and 2006, may be used until January 1, 2012.
provided in paragraph (d)(1) of this handling provisions, as follows:
PART 172—HAZARDOUS MATERIALS
section, a person may elect to comply (i) If either shipping names or
TABLE, SPECIAL PROVISIONS,
with either the applicable requirements identification numbers are identical, a
HAZARDOUS MATERIALS
of this subchapter in effect on December shipping paper may display the old
COMMUNICATIONS, EMERGENCY
31, 2006, or the requirements published shipping description even if the package
RESPONSE INFORMATION, AND
in the [PUBLICATION DATE OF FINAL is marked and labeled under the new
TRAINING REQUIREMENTS
RULE] final rule. shipping description;
(1) Transition dates. The effective (ii) If either shipping names or 4. The authority citation for part 172
date of the final rule published on identification numbers are identical, a continues to read as follows:
Authority: 49 U.S.C. 5101–5128; 44701; 49 § 172.101 Purpose and use of hazardous with § 173.150(e) or (f) of this
CFR 1.53. materials table. subchapter or has a flash point above 60
5. In § 172.101, paragraph (d)(4) is * * * * * °C (140 °F) but below 93 °C (200 °F).
revised and the Hazardous Materials (d) * * * * * * * *
Table is amended by removing, adding (4) Each reference to a Class 3
and revising, in the appropriate material is modified to read
alphabetical sequence, to read as ‘‘Combustible liquid’’ when that
follows: material is reclassified in accordance
§ 172.101—HAZARDOUS MATERIALS TABLE

(8) (9) (10)
Hazardous mate- Hazard Identifica- Special provi- Packaging Quantity limitations Vessel stowage
rials descriptions
Symbols class or tion PG Label codes sions (§ 173.***)
and proper ship-
VerDate Aug<31>2005
division numbers (§ 172.102) Passenger Cargo air-
ping names Location Other
Exceptions Non-bulk Bulk aircraft/rail craft only
(1) (2) (3) (4) (5) (6) (7) (8A) (8B) (8C) (9A) (9B) (10A) (10B)
[Remove].
* * * * * * *
15:31 Aug 30, 2006

Carbon dioxide and 2.2 UN1015 .... ................... 2.2 ...................... ............................ 306 ........... None ......... 314, 315 ... 75 kg ........ 150 kg ...... A.
nitrous oxide
mixtures.
* * * * * * *
Jkt 208001
Carbon dioxide and 2.2 UN1014 .... ................... 2.2, 5.1 ............... 77, A14 ............... 306 ........... 304 ........... 314, 315 ... 75 kg ........ 150 kg ...... A.
oxygen mixtures,
compressed.
PO 00000
* * * * * * *
Carbon monoxide 2.3 UN2600 .... ................... 2.3, 2.1 ............... 6 ......................... None ......... 302 ........... 302 ........... Forbidden Forbidden D ............... 40.
and hydrogen
mixture, com-
pressed.
Frm 00017
* * * * * * *
Crotonaldehyde, 6.1 UN1143 .... I ................ 6.1, 3 .................. 2, B9, B14, B32, None ......... 227 ........... 244 ........... Forbidden Forbidden B ............... 40.
stabilized. B74, B77, T20,
Fmt 4701
TP2, TP13,
TP38, TP45.
Crotonic acid, liquid 8 UN2823 .... III .............. 8 ......................... IB8, T1 ............... 154 ........... 203 ........... 241 ........... 5 L ............ 60 L .......... A ............... 12.
Crotonic acid, solid 8 UN2823 .... III .............. 8 ......................... IB8, IP3, T1, 154 ........... 213 ........... 240 ........... 25 kg ........ 100 kg ...... A ............... 12.
TP33.
Sfmt 4702
* * * * * * *
Formic acid ........... 8 UN1779 .... II ............... 8 ......................... B2, B28, IB2, T7, 154 ........... 202 ........... 242 ........... 1 L ............ 30 L .......... A ............... 40.
TP2.
* * * * * * *
Hydrogendifluoride- 8 UN1740 .... II ............... 8 ......................... IB8, IP2, IP4, N3, None ......... 212 ........... 240 ........... 15 kg ........ 50 kg ........ A ............... 25, 40, 52.
s, n.o.s. N34, T3, TP33.
III .............. 8 ......................... IB8, IP3, N3, 154 ........... 213 ........... 240 ........... 25 kg ........ 100 kg ...... A ............... 25, 40, 52.
E:\FR\FM\31AUP2.SGM
N34, T1, TP33.
* * * * * * *
31AUP2
Hydroquinone, 6.1 UN2662 .... III .............. 6.1 ...................... IB8, IP3, T1, 153 ........... 213 ........... 240 ........... 100 kg ...... 200 kg ...... A.
solid. TP33.
* * * * * * *
Hydroquinone solu- 6.1 UN3435 .... III .............. 6.1 ...................... IB3, T4, TP1 ....... 153 ........... 203 ........... 241 ........... 60 L .......... 220 L ........ A.
tion.
Federal Register / Vol. 71, No. 169 / Thursday, August 31, 2006 / Proposed Rules
* * * * * * *
Propionic acid ....... 8 UN1848 .... III .............. 8 ......................... IB3, T4, TP1 ....... 154 ........... 203 ........... 241 ........... 5 L ............ 60 L .......... A.
* * * * * * *
Rare gases and ni- 2.2 UN1981 .... ................... 2.2 ...................... ............................ 306 ........... 302 ........... None ......... 75 kg ........ 150 kg ...... A.
trogen mixtures,
compressed.
51909
§ 172.101—HAZARDOUS MATERIALS TABLE—Continued

(8) (9) (10)
51910
rials descriptions
and proper ship-
VerDate Aug<31>2005
(1) (2) (3) (4) (5) (6) (7) (8A) (8B) (8C) (9A) (9B) (10A) (10B)
* * * * * * *
Rare gases and 2.2 UN1980 .... ................... 2.2 ...................... 79 ....................... 306 ........... 302 ........... None ......... 75 kg ........ 150 kg ...... A.
oxygen mixtures,
compressed.
15:31 Aug 30, 2006

* * * * * * *
Rare gases mix- 2.2 UN1979 .... ................... 2.2 ...................... ............................ 306 ........... 302 ........... None ......... 75 kg ........ 150 kg ...... A.
tures, com-
Jkt 208001
pressed.
* * * * * * *
Regulated medical 6.2 UN3291 .... II ............... 6.2 ...................... A13 ..................... 134 ........... 197 ........... 197 ........... No limit ..... No limit ..... A ............... 40.
waste.
PO 00000
* * * * * * *
[ADD]:
* * * * * * *
Frm 00018
Crotonaldehyde or 6.1 UN1143 .... I ................ 6.1, 3 .................. 2, 175, B9, B14, None ......... 227 ........... 244 ........... Forbidden Forbidden B ............... 40.
Crotonaldehyde, B32, B74, B77,
stabilized. T20, TP2,
TP13, TP38,
Fmt 4701
TP45.
Crotonic acid, liquid 8 UN3472 .... III .............. 8 ......................... IB8, T1 ............... 154 ........... 203 ........... 241 ........... 5 L ............ 60 L .......... A ............... 12.
Crotonic acid, solid 8 UN2823 .... III .............. 8 ......................... IB8, IP3, T1, 154 ........... 213 ........... 240 ........... 25 kg ........ 100 kg ...... A ............... 12.
TP33.
Sfmt 4702
* * * * * * *
Formic acid with 8 UN3412 .... II ............... 8 ......................... IB2, T7, TP2 ....... 154 ........... 202 ........... 242 ........... 1 L ............ 30 L .......... A ............... 40.
not less than
10% but not
more than 85%
acid by mass.
Formic acid with 8 UN3412 .... III .............. 8 ......................... IB3, T4, TP1 ....... 154 ........... 203 ........... 241 ........... 5 L ............ 60 L .......... A ............... 40.
not less than 5%
but less than
10% acid by
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mass.
Formic acid with 8 UN1779 .... II ............... 8, 3 ..................... B2, B28, IB2, T7, 154 ........... 202 ........... 242 ........... 1 L ............ 30 L .......... A ............... 40.
more than 85% TP2.
acid by mass.
31AUP2
* * * * * * *
Fuel cell cartridges 3 UN3473 .... II ............... 3 ......................... ............................ 150 ........... 230 ........... None ......... 5 L ............ 60 L .......... A.
containing flam-
mable liquids.
* * * * * * *
Hydrogendifluoride- 8 UN1740 .... II ............... 8 ......................... IB8, IP2, IP4, N3, None ......... 212 ........... 240 ........... 15 kg ........ 50 kg ........ A ............... 25, 40, 52.
s, solid, n.o.s. N34, T3, TP33.
III .............. 8 ......................... IB8, IP3, N3, 154 ........... 213 ........... 240 ........... 25 kg ........ 100 kg ...... A ............... 25, 40, 52.
N34, T1, TP33.
Hydrogendifluoride 8 UN3471 .... II ............... 8, 6.1 .................. IB2, T7, TP2 ....... 154 ........... 202 ........... 242 ........... 1 L ............ 30 L .......... A ............... 25, 40, 52.
solution, n.o.s.
III .............. 8, 6.1 .................. IB3, T4, TP1 ....... 154 ........... 203 ........... 241 ........... 5 L ............ 60 L .......... A ............... 25, 40, 52.
* * * * * * *
Paint, corrosive, 8 UN3470 .... II ............... 8, 3 ..................... IB2, T7, TP2, 154 ........... 202 ........... 243 ........... 1 L ............ 30 L .......... B ............... 40.
flammable TP8, TP28.
(including paint,
lacquer, enamel,
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stain, shellac,
varnish, polish,
liquid filler and
liquid lacquer
base).
Paint related mate- 8 UN3470 .... II ............... 8, 3 ..................... IB2, T7, TP2, 154 ........... 202 ........... 243 ........... 1 L ............ 30 L .......... B ............... 40.
rial corrosive, TP8, TP28.
flammable
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(including paint
thinning or re-
ducing com-
pound).
Jkt 208001
* * * * * * *
Paint, flammable, 3 UN3469 .... I ................ 3, 8 ..................... T11, TP2, TP27 None ......... 201 ........... 243 ........... 0.5 L ......... 2.5 L ......... E ............... 40.
corrosive
(including paint,
PO 00000
lacquer, enamel,
stain, shellac,
varnish, polish,
liquid filler and
liquid lacquer
Frm 00019
base).
II ............... 3, 8 ..................... IB2, T7, TP2, 150 ........... 202 ........... 243 ........... 1 L ............ 5 L ............ B ............... 40.
TP8, TP28.
III .............. 3, 8 ..................... IB3, T4, TP1, 150 ........... 203 ........... 242 ........... 5 L ............ 60 L .......... A ............... 40.
Fmt 4701
TP29.
Paint related mate- 3 UN3469 .... I ................ 3, 8 ..................... T11, TP2, TP27 None ......... 201 ........... 243 ........... 0.5 L ......... 2.5 L ......... E ............... 40.
rial, flammable,
corrosive
(including paint
Sfmt 4702
thinning or re-
ducing com-
pound).
II ............... 3, 8 ..................... IB2, T7, TP2, 150 ........... 202 ........... 243 ........... 1 L ............ 5 L ............ B ............... 40.
TP8, TP28.
III .............. 3, 8 ..................... IB3, T4, TP1, 150 ........... 203 ........... 242 ........... 5 L ............ 60 L .......... A ............... 40.
TP29.
* * * * * * *
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Propionic acid with 8 UN3463 .... II ............... 8, 3 ..................... IB2, T7, TP2 ....... 154 ........... 202 ........... 243 ........... 1 L ............ 30 L .......... A.
not less than
90% acid by
mass.
31AUP2
Propionic acid with 8 UN1848 .... III .............. 8 ......................... IB3, T4, TP1 ....... 154 ........... 203 ........... 241 ........... 5 L ............ 60 L .......... A.
not less than
10% and less
than 90% acid by
mass.
* * * * * * *
Regulated medical 6.2 UN3291 .... II ............... 6.2 ...................... A13 ..................... 134 ........... 197 ........... 197 ........... No limit ..... No limit ..... B ............... 40.
waste, n.o.s. or
Clinical waste,
unspecified,
n.o.s. or (BIO)
Medical waste,
n.o.s.
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51912
rials descriptions
and proper ship-
VerDate Aug<31>2005
(1) (2) (3) (4) (5) (6) (7) (8A) (8B) (8C) (9A) (9B) (10A) (10B)
* * * * * * *
[Revise]:
15:31 Aug 30, 2006

* * * * * * *
Aerosols, non-flam- 2.2 UN1950 .... ................... 2.2 ...................... ............................ 306 ........... None ......... None ......... 75 kg ........ 150 kg ...... A ............... 48, 87,
mable, (each not 126.
exceeding 1 L
capacity).
Jkt 208001
* * * * * * *
G ................. Amines, flam- 3 UN2733 .... I ................ 3, 8 ..................... T14, TP1, TP27 None ......... 201 ........... 243 ........... 0.5 L ......... 2.5 L ......... D ............... 40, 52.
mable, corrosive,
PO 00000
n.o.s. or
Polyamines,
flammable, corro-
sive, n.o.s.
II ............... 3, 8 ..................... IB2, T11, TP1, 150 ........... 202 ........... 243 ........... 1 L ............ 5 L ............ B ............... 40, 52
Frm 00020
TP27.
III .............. 3, 8 ..................... B1, IB3, T7, TP1, 150 ........... 203 ........... 242 ........... 5 L ............ 60 L .......... A ............... 40, 52
TP28.
Fmt 4701
* * * * * * *
Aminopyridines (o- 6.1 UN2671 .... II ............... 6.1 ...................... IB8, IP2, IP4, T3, 153 ........... 212 ........... 242 ........... 25 kg ........ 100 kg ...... B ............... 12, 40, 52.
;,m-;p-). TP33.
I ................... Ammonia, anhy- 2.3 UN1005 .... ................... 2.3, 8 .................. 4, T50 ................. None ......... 304 ........... 314, 315 ... Forbidden Forbidden D ............... 40, 52, 57.
Sfmt 4702
drous.
D ................. Ammonia, anhy- 2.2 UN1005 .... ................... 2.2 ...................... 13, T50 ............... None ......... 304 ........... 314, 315 ... Forbidden Forbidden D ............... 40, 52, 57.
drous.
D ................. Ammonia solution, 2.2 UN3318 .... ................... 2.2 ...................... 13, T50 ............... None ......... 304 ........... 314, 315 ... Forbidden Forbidden D ............... 40, 52, 57.
relative density
less than 0.880
at 15 degrees C
in water, with
more than 50
percent ammonia.
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I ................... Ammonia solution, 2.3 UN3318 .... ................... 2.3, 8 .................. 4, T50 ................. None ......... 304 ........... 314, 315 ... Forbidden Forbidden D ............... 40, 52, 57.
relative density
less 0.880 at 15
31AUP2
degrees C in
water, with more
than 50 percent
ammonia.
Ammonia solutions, 8 UN2672 .... III .............. 8 ......................... IB3, IP8, T7, TP1 154 ........... 203 ........... 241 ........... 5 L ............ 60 L .......... A ............... 40, 52, 85.
relative density
between 0.880
and 0.957 at 15
degrees C in
water, with more
than 10 percent
but not more
than 35 percent
ammonia.
Ammonia solutions, 2.2 UN2073 .... ................... 2.2 ...................... ............................ 306 ........... 304 ........... 314, 315 ... Forbidden 150 kg ...... E ............... 40, 52, 57.
relative density
less than 0.880
at 15 degrees C
in water, with
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more than 35
percent but not
more than 50
percent ammonia.
* * * * * * *
Antimony tri- 8 UN1733 .... II ............... 8 ......................... IB8, IP2, IP4, T3, 154 ........... 212 ........... 240 ........... 15 kg ........ 50 kg ........ A ............... 40.
chloride, solid. TP33.
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* * * * * * *
Articles, explosive, 1.6N UN0486 .... II ............... 1.6N .................... ............................ None ......... 62 ............. None ......... Forbidden Forbidden 07.
extremely insen-
sitive or Articles,
Jkt 208001
EEI.
G ................. Articles, explosive, 1.4S UN0349 .... II ............... 1.4S .................... ............................ None ......... 62 ............. None ......... 25 kg ........ 100 kg ...... 05.
n.o.s..
G ................. Articles, explosive, 1.4B UN0350 .... II ............... 1.4B .................... ............................ None ......... 62 ............. None ......... Forbidden Forbidden 06.
PO 00000
n.o.s..
G ................. Articles, explosive, 1.4C UN0351 .... II ............... 1.4C .................... ............................ None ......... 62 ............. None ......... Forbidden 75 kg ........ 06.
n.o.s..
G ................. Articles, explosive, 1.4D UN0352 .... II ............... 1.4D .................... ............................ None ......... 62 ............. None ......... Forbidden 75 kg ........ 06.
n.o.s..
Frm 00021
G ................. Articles, explosive, 1.4G UN0353 .... II ............... 1.4G ................... ............................ None ......... 62 ............. None ......... Forbidden 75 kg ........ 06.
n.o.s..
G ................. Articles, explosive, 1.1L UN0354 .... II ............... 1.1L .................... ............................ None ......... 62 ............. None ......... Forbidden Forbidden 08 ............. 8E, 14E,
n.o.s.. 15E,
Fmt 4701
17E.
n.o.s.. 15E,
17E.
Sfmt 4702
n.o.s.. 15E,
17E.
G ................. Articles, explosive, 1.1C UN0462 .... II ............... 1.1C .................... ............................ None ......... 62 ............. None ......... Forbidden Forbidden 07.
n.o.s..
G ................. Articles, explosive, 1.1D UN0463 .... II ............... 1.1D .................... ............................ None ......... 62 ............. None ......... Forbidden Forbidden 07.
n.o.s..
G ................. Articles, explosive, 1.1E UN0464 .... II ............... 1.1E .................... ............................ None ......... 62 ............. None ......... Forbidden Forbidden 07.
n.o.s..
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G ................. Articles, explosive, 1.1F UN0465 .... II ............... 1.1F .................... ............................ None ......... 62 ............. None ......... Forbidden Forbidden 08.
n.o.s..
n.o.s..
31AUP2
G ................. Articles, explosive, 1.2D UN0467 .... II ............... 1.2D .................... ............................ None ......... 62 ............. None ......... Forbidden Forbidden 07.
n.o.s..
G ................. Articles, explosive, 1.2E UN0468 .... II ............... 1.2E .................... ............................ None ......... 62 ............. None ......... Forbidden Forbidden 07.
n.o.s..
n.o.s..
n.o.s..
G ................. Articles, explosive, 1.4E UN0471 .... II ............... 1.4E .................... ............................ None ......... 62 ............. None ......... Forbidden 75 kg ........ 06.
n.o.s..
n.o.s..
51913

(8) (9) (10)
51914
rials descriptions
and proper ship-
VerDate Aug<31>2005
(1) (2) (3) (4) (5) (6) (7) (8A) (8B) (8C) (9A) (9B) (10A) (10B)
* * * * * * *
Batteries, dry, con- 8 UN3028 .... III .............. 8 ......................... ............................ None ......... 213 ........... None ......... 25 kg gross 230 kg A ............... 52.
taining potas- gross.
sium hydroxide
17:14 Aug 30, 2006

solid, electric,
storage.
* * * * * * *
Jkt 208001
Batteries, wet, filled 8 UN2795 .... III .............. 8 ......................... ............................ 159 ........... 159 ........... 159 ........... 30 kg gross No limit ..... A ............... 52.
with alkali, elec-
tric storage.
* * * * * * *
PO 00000
Battery fluid, alkali 8 UN2797 .... II ............... 8 ......................... B2, IB2, N6, T7, 154 ........... 202 ........... 242 ........... 1 L ............ 30 L .......... A ............... 29, 52.
TP2, TP28.
* * * * * * *
Benzyl bromide ..... 6.1 UN1737 .... II ............... 6.1, 8 .................. A3, A7, IB2, N33, None ......... 202 ........... 243 ........... 1 L ............ 30 L .......... D ............... 13, 40.
Frm 00022
N34, T8, TP2,
TP12, TP13.
Benzyl chloride ..... 6.1 UN1738 .... II ............... 6.1, 8 .................. A3, A7, B70, IB2, None ......... 202 ........... 243 ........... 1 L ............ 30 L .......... D ............... 13, 40.
N33, N42, T8,
Fmt 4701
TP2, TP12,
TP13.
* * * * * * *
Caesium hydroxide 8 UN2682 .... II ............... 8 ......................... IB8, IP2, IP4, T3, 154 ........... 212 ........... 240 ........... 15 kg ........ 50 kg ........ A ............... 29, 52.
Sfmt 4702
TP33.
* * * * * * *
Caesium hydroxide 8 UN2681 .... II ............... 8 ......................... B2, IB2, T7, TP2 154 ........... 202 ........... 242 ........... 1 L ............ 30 L .......... A ............... 29, 52.
solution.
III .............. 8 ......................... IB3, T4, TP1 ....... 154 ........... 202 ........... 241 ........... 5 L ............ 60 L .......... A ............... 29, 52.
* * * * * * *
G ................. Caustic alkali liq- 8 UN1719 .... II ............... 8 ......................... B2, IB2, T11, 154 ........... 202 ........... 242 ........... 1 L ............ 30 L .......... A ............... 29, 52.
uids, n.o.s. TP2, TP27.
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III .............. 8 ......................... IB3, T7, TP1, 154 ........... 203 ........... 241 ........... 5 L ............ 60 L .......... A ............... 29, 52.
TP28.
* * * * * * *
31AUP2
Charges, shaped, 1.1D UN0288 .... II ............... 1.1D .................... ............................ None ......... 62 ............. None ......... Forbidden Forbidden 07..
flexible, linear.
* * * * * * *
Chlorosilanes, cor- 8 UN2987 .... II ............... 8 ......................... B2, IB2, T14, None ......... 202 ........... 242 ........... 1 L ............ 30 L .......... C ............... 40.
rosive, n.o.s. TP2, TP27.

Chlorosilanes, 3 UN2985 .... II ............... 3, 8 ..................... IB1, T11, TP2, None ......... 201 ........... 243 ........... 1 L ............ 5 L ............ B ............... 40.
flammable, corro- TP13, TP27.
sive, n.o.s.
Chlorosilanes, 6.1 UN3361 .... II ............... 6.1, 8 .................. IB1, T11, TP2, None ......... 202 ........... 243 ........... 1 L ............ 30 L .......... C ............... 40.
toxic, corrosive, TP13.
n.o.s.
Chlorosilanes, 6.1 UN3362 .... II ............... 6.1, 3, 8 .............. IB1, T11, TP2, None ......... 202 ........... 243 ........... 1 L ............ 30 L .......... C ............... 40, 125.
toxic, corrosive, TP13.
flammable, n.o.s.
* * * * * * *
Chromium trioxide, 5.1 UN1463 .... II ............... 5.1, 6.1, 8 ........... IB8, IP4, T3, None ......... 212 ........... 242 ........... 5 kg .......... 25 kg ........ A.
anhydrous. TP33.
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* * * * * * *
G ................. Components, ex- 1.2B UN0382 .... II ............... 1.2B .................... ............................ None ......... 62 ............. None ......... Forbidden Forbidden 11..
plosive train,
n.o.s.
G ................. Components, ex- 1.4B UN0383 .... II ............... 1.4B .................... ............................ None ......... 62 ............. None ......... Forbidden 75 kg ........ 06..
plosive train,
n.o.s.
G ................. Components, ex- 1.4S UN0384 .... II ............... 1.4S .................... ............................ None ......... 62 ............. None ......... 25 kg ........ 100 kg ...... 05..
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plosive train,
n.o.s.
G ................. Components, ex- 1.1B UN0461 .... II ............... 1.1B .................... ............................ None ......... 62 ............. None ......... Forbidden Forbidden 11..
plosive train,
n.o.s..
Jkt 208001
* * * * * * *
G ................. Compressed gas, 2.2 UN1956 .... ................... 2.2 ...................... 77 ....................... 306, 307 ... 302, 305 ... 314, 315 ... 75 kg ........ 150 kg ...... A.
n.o.s.
PO 00000
* * * * * * *
Contrivances, 1.2L UN0248 .... II ............... 1.2L .................... ............................ None ......... 62 ............. None ......... Forbidden Forbidden 08 ............. 8E, 14E,
water-activated, 15E,
with burster, ex- 17E.
Frm 00023
pelling charge or
propelling charge.
Contrivances, 1.3L UN0249 .... II ............... 1.3L .................... ............................ None ......... 62 ............. None ......... Forbidden Forbidden 08 ............. 8E, 14E,
water-activated, 15E,
with burster, ex- 17E.
Fmt 4701
pelling charge or
propelling charge.
* * * * * * *
Sfmt 4702
G ................. Corrosive, liquid, 8 UN3264 .... I ................ 8 ......................... A6, B10, T14, None ......... 201 ........... 243 ........... 0.5 L ......... 2.5 L ......... B ............... 40.
acidic, inorganic, TP2, TP27.
n.o.s.
II ............... 8 ......................... B2, IB2, T11, 154 ........... 202 ........... 242 ........... 1 L ............ 30 L .......... B ............... 40.
TP2, TP27
III .............. 8 ......................... IB3, T7, TP1, 154 ........... 203 ........... 241 ........... 5 L ............ 60 L .......... A ............... 40.
TP28
* * * * * * *
Dangerous Goods 9 UN3363 .... ................... ............................ 136, A105 ........... None ......... 222 ........... None ......... See A105 See A105 A.
E:\FR\FM\31AUP2.SGM
in machinery or
Dangerous
Goods in Appa-
ratus.
31AUP2
* * * * * * *
Dimethylamine so- 3 UN1160 .... II ............... 3, 8 ..................... IB2, T7, TP1 ....... 150 ........... 202 ........... 243 ........... 1 L ............ 5 L ............ B ............... 52.
lution.
* * * * * * *
1, 3- 3 UN2379 .... II ............... 3, 8 ..................... IB2, T7, TP1 ....... 150 ........... 202 ........... 243 ........... 1 L ............ 5 L ............ B ............... 52.
Dimethylbutylam-
ine.
* * * * * * *
Dimethylhydrazine, 6.1 UN2382 .... I ................ 6.1, 3 .................. 2, B9, B14, B32, None ......... 227 ........... 244 ........... Forbidden Forbidden D ............... 40, 52, 74.
symmertrical. B74, B77, T20,
TP2, TP13,
51915
TP38, TP45.

(8) (9) (10)
51916
rials descriptions
and proper ship-
VerDate Aug<31>2005
(1) (2) (3) (4) (5) (6) (7) (8A) (8B) (8C) (9A) (9B) (10A) (10B)
Dimethylhydrazine, 6.1 UN1163 .... I ................ 6.1, 3, 8 .............. 2, B7, B9, B14, None ......... 227 ........... 244 ........... Forbidden Forbidden D ............... 21, 38, 40,
unsymmetrical. B32, B74, T20, 52, 100.
TP2, TP13,
TP38, TP45.
15:31 Aug 30, 2006

* * * * * * *
Disodium 8 UN3253 .... III .............. 8 ......................... IB8, IP3, T1, 154 ........... 213 ........... 240 ........... 25 kg ........ 100 kg ...... A ............... 52.
trioxosilicate. TP33.
Jkt 208001
* * * * * * *
Ethanolamine or 8 UN2491 .... III .............. 8 ......................... IB3, T4, TP1 ....... 154 ........... 203 ........... 241 ........... 5 L ............ 60 L .......... A ............... 52.
Ethanolamine-
solutions.
PO 00000
* * * * * * *
Ethylamine, aque- 3 UN2270 .... II ............... 3, 8 ..................... IB2, T7, TP1 ....... 150 ........... 202 ........... 243 ........... 1 L ............ 5 L ............ B ............... 40, 52.
ous solution with
not less than 50
Frm 00024
percent but not
more than 70
percent ethyl-
amine.
Fmt 4701
* * * * * * *
Ethylenediamine ... 8 UN1604 .... II ............... 8, 3 ..................... IB2, T7, TP2 ....... 154 ........... 202 ........... 243 ........... 1 L ............ 30 L .......... A ............... 40, 52.
* * * * * * *
Sfmt 4702
1-Ethylpiperidine ... 3 UN2386 .... II ............... 3, 8 ..................... IB2, T7, TP1 ....... 150 ........... 202 ........... 243 ........... 1 L ............ 5 L ............ B ............... 52.
* * * * * * *
Ethyltrichlorosilane 3 UN1196 .... II ............... 3, 8 ..................... A7, IB1, N34, T7, None ......... 202 ........... 243 ........... 1 L ............ 5 L ............ B ............... 40.
TP2, TP13.
* * * * * * *
Hydrazine, anhy- 8 UN2029 .... I ................ 8, 3, 6.1 .............. A3, A6, A7, A10, None ......... 201 ........... 243 ........... Forbidden 2.5 L ......... D ............... 40, 52,
drous. B7, B16, B53. 125.
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* * * * * * *
Hydrazine, aque- 6.1 UN3293 .... III .............. 6.1 ...................... IB3, T4, TP1 ....... 153 ........... 203 ........... 241 ........... 60 L .......... 200 L ........ A ............... 52.
ous solution, with
not more than 37
31AUP2
percent
hydrazne, by
mass.
* * * * * * *
Hydrazine, aque- 8 UN2030 .... I ................ 8, 6.1 .................. B16, B53, T10, None ......... 201 ........... 243 ........... Forbidden 2.5 L ......... D ............... 40, 52.
ous solutions, TP2, TP13.
with more than
37% hydrazne,
by mass.
II ............... 8, 6.1 .................. B16, B53, IB2, None ......... 202 ........... 243 ........... Forbidden 30 L .......... D ............... 40, 52
T7, TP2, TP13.
III .............. 8, 6.1 .................. B16, B53, IB3, None ......... 203 ........... 241 ........... 5 L ............ 60 L .......... D ............... 40, 52
T4, TP1.
* * * * * * *
Hydrogen in a 2.1 UN3468 .... ................... 2.1 ...................... 167 ..................... None ......... 214 ........... None ......... Forbidden 100 kg D.
metal hydride gross.
storage system.
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* * * * * * *
Hydrogen peroxide 5.1 UN3149 .... II ............... 5.1, 8 .................. 145, A2, A3, A6, None ......... 202 ........... 243 ........... 1 L ............ 5 L ............ D ............... 25, 66, 75.
and peroxyacetic B53, IB2, IP5,
acid mixtures, T7, TP2, TP6,
stabilized with TP24.
acids, water, and
not more than 5
percent peroxy-
18:06 Aug 30, 2006

acetic acid.
Hydrogen peroxide, 5.1 UN2014 .... II ............... 5.1, 8 .................. 12, B53, B80, None ......... 202 ........... 243 ........... Forbidden Forbidden D ............... 25, 66, 75.
aqueous solu- B81, B85, IB2,
tions with more IP5, T7, TP2,
than 40 percent TP6, TP24,
Jkt 208001
but not more TP37.
than 60 percent
hydrogen per-
oxide (stabilized
PO 00000
as necessary).
Hydrogen peroxide, 5.1 UN2014 .... II ............... 5.1, 8 .................. A2, A3, A6, B53, None ......... 202 ........... 243 ........... 1 L ............ 5 L ............ D ............... 25, 66, 75.
aqueous solu- IB2, IP5, T7,
tions with not TP2, TP6,
less than 20 per- TP24, TP37.
Frm 00025
cent but not
more than 40
percent hydro-
gen peroxide
Fmt 4701
(stabilized as
necessary).
Hydrogen peroxide, 5.1 UN2984 .... III .............. 5.1 ...................... A1, IB2 IP5, T4, 152 ........... 203 ........... 243 ........... 2.5 L ......... 30 L .......... B ............... 25, 66, 75.
aqueous solu- TP1, TP6,
tions with not TP24, TP37.
Sfmt 4702
less than 8 per-
cent but less
than 20 percent
hydrogen per-
oxide (stabilized
as necessary).
Hydrogen peroxide, 5.1 UN2015 .... I ................ 5.1, 8 .................. 12, B53, B80, None ......... 201 ........... 243 ........... Forbidden Forbidden D ............... 25, 66, 75.
stabilized or Hy- B81, B85, T9,
drogen peroxide TP2, TP6,
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aqueous solu- TP24, TP37.
tions, stabilized
with more than
60 percent hy-
31AUP2
drogen peroxide.
* * * * * * *
Hypochlorite solu- 8 UN1791 .... II ............... 8 ......................... A7, B2, B15, IB2, 154 ........... 202 ........... 242 ........... 1 L ............ 30 L .......... B ............... 26.
tions. IP5, N34, T7,
TP2, TP24.
III .............. 8 ......................... IB3, N34, T4, 154 ........... 203 ........... 241 ........... 5 L ............ 60 L .......... B ............... 26.
TP2, TP24.
* * * * * * *
Lead phosphite, di- 4.1 UN2989 .... II ............... 4.1 ...................... IB8, IP2, IP4, T3, None ......... 212 ........... 240 ........... 15 kg ........ 50 kg ........ B ............... 34.
basic. TP33.
III .............. 4.1 ...................... IB8, IP3, T1, 151 ........... 213 ........... 240 ........... 25 kg ........ 100 kg ...... B ............... 34.
TP33.
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(1) (2) (3) (4) (5) (6) (7) (8A) (8B) (8C) (9A) (9B) (10A) (10B)
* * * * * * *
Lithium hydroxide .. 8 UN2680 .... II ............... 8 ......................... IB8, IP2, IP4, T3, 154 ........... 212 ........... 240 ........... 15 kg ........ 50 kg ........ A ............... 52.
TP33.
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Lithium hydroxide, 8 UN2679 .... II ............... 8 ......................... B2, IB2, T7, TP2 154 ........... 202 ........... 242 ........... 1 L ............ 30 L .......... A ............... 29, 52.
solution.
III .............. 8 ......................... IB3, T4, TP2 ....... 154 ........... 203 ........... 241 ........... 5 L ............ 60 L .......... A ............... 29, 52, 96.
* * * * * * *
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Methylamine, 3 UN1235 .... II ............... 3, 8 ..................... B1, IB2, T7, TP1 150 ........... 202 ........... 243 ........... 1 L ............ 5 L ............ E ............... 52, 135.
aqueous solution.
* * * * * * *
PO 00000
Methylhydrazine .... 6.1 UN1244 .... I ................ 6.1, 3, 8 .............. 1, B7, B9, B14, None ......... 226 ........... 244 ........... Forbidden Forbidden D ............... 21, 40, 49,
B30, B72, B77, 52, 100.
N34, T22, TP2,
TP13, TP38,
TP44.
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* * * * * * *
Methylphenyldichl- 8 UN2437 .... II ............... 8 ......................... IB2, T7, TP2, None ......... 202 ........... 242 ........... 1 L ............ 30 L .......... C ............... 40.
orosilane. TP13.
Fmt 4701
1-Methylpiperidine 3 UN2399 .... II ............... 3, 8 ..................... IB2, T7, TP1 ....... 150 ........... 202 ........... 243 ........... 1 L ............ 5 L ............ B ............... 52.
* * * * * * *
+ .................. Motor fuel anti- 6.1 UN1649 .... I ................ 6.1 ...................... 14, 151, B9, B90, None ......... 201 ........... 244 ........... Forbidden 30 L .......... D ............... 25, 40.
Sfmt 4702
knock mixtures. T14, TP2,
TP13.
* * * * * * *
G ................. Organometallic 4.2 UN3391 .... I ................ 4.2 ...................... T21, TP7, TP33 None ......... 187 ........... 244 ........... Forbidden Forbidden D.
substance, solid,
pyrophoric.
* * * * * * *
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Paint including 3 UN1263 .... I ................ 3 ......................... T11, TP1, TP8, 150 ........... 201 ........... 243 ........... 1 L ............ 30 L .......... E.
paint, lacquer, TP27.
enamel, stain,
shellac solutions,
31AUP2
varnish, polish,
liquid filler and
liquid lacquer
base.
II ............... 3 ......................... 149, B52, IB2, 150 ........... 173 ........... 242 ........... 5 L ............ 60 L .......... B.
T4, TP1, TP8,

TP28.
III .............. 3 ......................... B1, B52, IB3, T2, 150 ........... 173 ........... 242 ........... 60 L .......... 220 L ........ A.
TP1, TP29.
Paint or Paint re- 8 UN3066 .... II ............... 8 ......................... B2, IB2, T7, TP2, 154 ........... 173 ........... 242 ........... 1 L ............ 30 L .......... A.
lated materials. TP28.
III .............. 8 ......................... B52, IB3, T4, 154 ........... 173 ........... 241 ........... 5 L ............ 60 L .......... A.
TP1, TP29.
Paint related mate- 3 UN1263 .... I ................ 3 ......................... T11, TP1, TP8, 150 ........... 201 ........... 243 ........... 1 L ............ 30 L .......... E.
rial including TP27.
paint thinning,
drying, removing,
or reducing com-
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pound.
II ............... 3 ......................... 149, B52, IB2, 150 ........... 173 ........... 242 ........... 5 L ............ 60 L .......... B.
T4, TP1, TP8,
TP28.
III .............. 3 ......................... B1, B52, IB3, T2, 150 ........... 173 ........... 242 ........... 60 L .......... 220 L ........ A.
TP1, TP29.
* * * * * * *
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Plastic molding 9 UN3314 .... III .............. 9 ......................... 32, IB8, IP3, IP7 155 ........... 221 ........... 221 ........... 100 kg ...... 200 kg ...... E ............... 19, 25, 85,
compound in 87, 144.
dough, sheet or
extruded rope
from evolving
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flammable vapor.
* * * * * * *
Polymeric beads 9 UN2211 .... III .............. 9 ......................... 32, IB8, IP3, IP7, 155 ........... 221 ........... 221 ........... 100 kg ...... 200 kg ...... E ............... 19, 25, 85,
expandable, T1, TP33. 87, 144.
PO 00000
evolving flam-
mable vapor.
* * * * * * *
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Potassium hydrox- 8 UN1813 .... II ............... 8 ......................... IB8, IP2, IP4, T3, 154 ........... 212 ........... 240 ........... 15 kg ........ 50 kg ........ A ............... 52.
ide, solid. TP33.
Potassium hydrox- 8 UN1814 .... II ............... 8 ......................... B2, IB2, T7, TP2 154 ........... 202 ........... 242 ........... 1 L ............ 30 L .......... A ............... 52.
ide, solution.
III .............. 8 ......................... IB3, T4, TP1 ....... 154 ........... 203 ........... 241 ........... 5 L ............ 60 L .......... A ............... 52
Fmt 4701
* * * * * * *
Potassium mon- 8 UN2033 .... II ............... 8 ......................... IB8, IP2, IP4, T3, 154 ........... 212 ........... 240 ........... 15 kg ........ 50 kg ........ A ............... 29, 52.
oxide. TP33.
Sfmt 4702
* * * * * * *
Pyrrolidine ............. 3 UN1922 .... II ............... 3, 8 ..................... IB2, T7, TP1 ....... 150 ........... 202 ........... 243 ........... 1 L ............ 5 L ............ B ............... 40, 52.
* * * * * * *
Rubidium hydrox- 8 UN2678 .... II ............... 8 ......................... IB8, IP2, IP4, T3, 154 ........... 212 ........... 240 ........... 15 kg ........ 50 kg ........ A ............... 29, 52.
ide. TP33.
Rubidium hydrox- 8 UN2677 .... II ............... 8 ......................... B2, IB2, T7, TP2 154 ........... 202 ........... 242 ........... 1 L ............ 30 L .......... A ............... 29, 52.
ide solution.
III .............. 8 ......................... IB3, T4, TP1 ....... 154 ........... 203 ........... 241 ........... 5 L ............ 60 L .......... A ............... 29, 52.
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* * * * * * *
Soda lime with 8 UN1907 .... III .............. 8 ......................... IB8, IP3, T1, 154 ........... 213 ........... 240 ........... 25 kg ........ 100 kg ...... A ............... 52.
more than 4 per- TP33.
31AUP2
cent sodium hy-
droxide.
* * * * * * *
Sodium aluminate, 8 UN1819 .... II ............... 8 ......................... B2, IB2, T7, TP2 154 ........... 202 ........... 242 ........... 1 L ............ 30 L .......... A ............... 52.
solution.
III .............. 8 ......................... IB3, T4, TP1 ....... 154 ........... 203 ........... 241 ........... 5 L ............ 60 L .......... A ............... 52.
* * * * * * *
Sodium hydro- 4.2 UN2318 .... II ............... 4.2 ...................... A7, A19, A20, None ......... 212 ........... 241 ........... 15 kg ........ 50 kg ........ A ............... 52.
sulfide, with less IB6, IP2, T3,
than 25 percent TP33.
water of crys-
tallization.
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* * * * * * *
Sodium hydroxide, 8 UN1823 .... II ............... 8 ......................... IB8, IP2, IP4, T3, 154 ........... 212 ........... 240 ........... 15 kg ........ 50 kg ........ A ............... 52.
solid. TP33.
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Sodium hydroxide 8 UN1824 .... II ............... 8 ......................... B2, IB2, N34, T7, 154 ........... 202 ........... 242 ........... 1 L ............ 30 L .......... A ............... 52.
solution. TP2.
III .............. 8 ......................... IB3, N34, T4, 154 ........... 203 ........... 241 ........... 5 L ............ 60 L .......... A ............... 52.
TP1.
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* * * * * * *
Sodium monoxide 8 UN1825 .... II ............... 8 ......................... IB8, IP2, IP4, T3, 154 ........... 212 ........... 240 ........... 15 kg ........ 50 kg ........ A ............... 52.
TP33.
PO 00000
* * * * * * *
Sodium sulfide, hy- 8 UN1849 .... II ............... 8 ......................... IB8, IP2, IP4, T3, 154 ........... 212 ........... 240 ........... 15 kg ........ 50 kg ........ A ............... 26, 52.
drated with not TP33.
less than 30 per-
cent water.
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* * * * * * *
G ................. Substances, explo- 1.1L UN0357 .... II ............... 1.1L .................... ............................ None ......... 62 ............. None ......... Forbidden Forbidden ................... 8E, 14E,
sive, n.o.s.. 15E,
Fmt 4701
17E.
sive, n.o.s.. 15E,
17E.
Sfmt 4702
sive, n.o.s.. 15E,
17E.
G ................. Substances, explo- 1.1A UN0473 .... II ............... 1.1A .................... 111 ..................... None ......... 62 ............. None ......... Forbidden Forbidden 12.
sive, n.o.s.
G ................. Substances, explo- 1.1C UN0474 .... II ............... 1.1C .................... ............................ None ......... 62 ............. None ......... Forbidden Forbidden 10.
sive, n.o.s.
G ................. Substances, explo- 1.1D UN0475 .... II ............... 1.1D .................... ............................ None ......... 62 ............. None ......... Forbidden Forbidden 10.
sive, n.o.s.
G ................. Substances, explo- 1.1G UN0476 .... II ............... 1.1G ................... ............................ None ......... 62 ............. None ......... Forbidden Forbidden 08.
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sive, n.o.s.
G ................. Substances, explo- 1.3C UN0477 .... II ............... 1.3C .................... ............................ None ......... 62 ............. None ......... Forbidden Forbidden 10.
sive, n.o.s.
G ................. Substances, explo- 1.3G UN0478 .... II ............... 1.3G ................... ............................ None ......... 62 ............. None ......... Forbidden Forbidden 08.
31AUP2
sive, n.o.s.
G ................. Substances, explo- 1.4C UN0479 .... II ............... 1.4C .................... ............................ None ......... 62 ............. None ......... Forbidden 75 kg ........ 09.
sive, n.o.s.
G ................. Substances, explo- 1.4D UN0480 .... II ............... 1.4D .................... ............................ None ......... 62 ............. None ......... Forbidden 75 kg ........ 09.
sive, n.o.s.
G ................. Substances, explo- 1.4S UN0481 .... II ............... 1.4S .................... ............................ None ......... 62 ............. None ......... 25 kg ........ 75 kg ........ 05.
sive, n.o.s.
G ................. Substances, explo- 1.4G UN0485 .... II ............... 1.4G ................... ............................ None ......... 62 ............. None ......... Forbidden 75 kg ........ 08.
sive, n.o.s.
G ................. Substances, explo- 1.5D UN0482 .... II ............... 1.5D .................... ............................ None ......... 62 ............. None ......... Forbidden Forbidden 10.
sive, very insen-
sitive, n.o.s. or
Substances, EVI,
n.o.s.
* * * * * * *
I ................... Sulfur ..................... 4.1 UN1350 .... III .............. 4.1 ...................... 30, IB8, IP3, T1, None ......... None ......... 240 ........... 25 kg ........ 100 kg ...... A ............... 19, 74.
TP33.
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Tetraethylenepent- 8 UN2320 .... III .............. 8 ......................... IB3, T4, TP1 ....... 154 ........... 203 ........... 241 ........... 5 L ............ 60 L .......... A ............... 52.
amine.
* * * * * * *
Trimethylchloro- sil- 3 UN1298 .... II ............... 3, 8 ..................... A3, A7, B77, IB2, None ......... 202 ........... 243 ........... 1 L ............ 5 L ............ E ............... 40.
ane. N34, T7, TP2,
TP13.
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* * * * * * *
Vinylpyridines, sta- 6.1 UN3073 .... II ............... 6.1, 3, 8 .............. IB1, T7, TP2, 153 ........... 202 ........... 243 ........... 1 L ............ 30 L .......... B ............... 40, 52.
bilized. TP13.
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* * * * * * *
PO 00000
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Fmt 4701
Sfmt 4702
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31AUP2
51921
* * * * * 10 mL of a Class 3 liquid in Packing Code/Special Provisions

6. In Appendix B to § 172.101, the List Group II or III absorbed onto a solid * * * * *
of Marine Pollutants, the entry ‘‘Copper material are not subject to this A105 The total net quantity of
chloride’’ is amended by adding the subchapter provided there is no free dangerous goods contained in one
designation ‘‘PP’’ in Column (1) and the liquid in the packet or article. package, excluding magnetic material,
entries ‘‘Alcohol C-13-C-15 poly (1–6) * * * * * must not exceed the following:
ethoxylate’’ and ‘‘1,2-Dichlorobenzene’’ 77 Mixtures containing not more a. 1 kg (2.2 pounds) in the case of
are removed. than 23.5% oxygen by volume may be
7. In § 172.102, paragraph (c)(1), solids;
transported under this entry when no b. 0.5 L (0.1 gallons) in the case of
Special provisions 15, 47, 77, 147, and
other oxidizing gases are present. A liquids;
166 are revised; new Special provision
Division 5.1 subsidiary risk label is not c. 0.5 kg (1.1 pounds) in the case of
175 is added; Special provision 101 is
required for any concentrations within Division 2.2 gases; or
removed; and in paragraph (c)(2), new
this limit. d. any combination thereof.
Special provision A105 is added.
The revisions and additions read as * * * * * 8. In § 172.202, paragraphs (a) and (b)
follows: 146 This description may be used are revised to read as follows:
for a material that poses a hazard to the
§ 172.102 Special provisions. § 172.202 Description of hazardous
environment but does not meet the material shipping papers.
* * * * * definition for a hazardous waste or a
(c) * * * hazardous substance, as defined in (a) The shipping description of a
(1) * * * § 171.8 of this subchapter, or any hazard hazardous material on the shipping
class, as defined in Part 173 of this paper must include:
Code/Special Provisions (1) The identification number
subchapter, if it is designated as
* * * * * environmentally hazardous by another prescribed for the material as shown in
15 This entry applies to ‘‘Chemical Competent Authority. This provision Column (4) of the § 172.101 table;
kits’’ and ‘‘First aid kits’’ containing one may be used for both domestic and (2) The proper shipping name
or more compatible items of hazardous international shipments. prescribed for the material in Column
materials in boxes, cases, etc. that, for (2) of the § 172.101 table;
147 This entry applies to non-
example, are used for medical, (3) The hazard class or division
sensitized emulsions, suspensions, and
analytical, diagnostic, testing, or repair number prescribed for the material, as
gels consisting primarily of a mixture of
purposes. For transportation by aircraft, shown in Column (3) of the § 172.101
ammonium nitrate and fuel, intended to
materials forbidden for transportation table. Except for combustible liquids,
produce a Type E blasting explosive
by passenger aircraft or cargo aircraft the subsidiary hazard class(es) or
only after further processing prior to
may not be included in the kits. subsidiary division number(s) must be
use. The mixture for emulsions typically
Chemical kits and first aid kits are entered in parentheses immediately
has the following composition: 60–85%
excepted from the specification following the primary hazard class or
ammonium nitrate; 5–30% water; 2–8%
packaging requirements of this division number.
fuel; 0.5–4% emulsifier or thickening
subchapter when packaged in In addition—
agent; 0–10% soluble flame
combination packagings. Chemical kits (i) The words ‘‘Class’’ or ‘‘Division’’
suppressants; and trace additives. Other
and first aid kits are also excepted from may be included preceding the primary
inorganic nitrate salts may replace part
the labeling and placarding and subsidiary hazard class or division
of the ammonium nitrate. The mixture
requirements of this subchapter, except numbers.
for suspensions and gels typically has
when offered for transportation or (ii) The hazard class need not be
the following composition: 60–85%
transported by air. Chemical and first included for the entry ‘‘Combustible
ammonium nitrate; 0–5% sodium or
aid kits may be transported in liquid, n.o.s.’’
potassium perchlorate; 0–17%
accordance with the consumer (iii) For domestic shipments, primary
hexamine nitrate or monomethylamine
commodity and ORM exceptions in and subsidiary hazard class or division
nitrate; 5–30% water; 2–15% fuel; 0.5–
§ 173.156, provided they meet all names may be entered following the
4% thickening agent; 0–10% soluble
required conditions. Kits that are carried numerical hazard class or division, or
flame suppressants; and trace additives.
on board transport vehicles for first aid following the basic description.
Other inorganic nitrate salts may replace
or operating purposes are not subject to (4) The packing group in Roman
part of the ammonium nitrate. These
the requirements of this subchapter. numerals, as designated for the
substances must satisfactorily pass Test
* * * * * Series 8 of the UN Manual of Tests and hazardous material in Column (5) of the
47 Mixtures of solids that are not Criteria, Part I, Section 18 (IBR, see § 172.101 table. Class 1 (explosives)
subject to this subchapter and § 171.7 of this subchapter), and may not materials, self-reactive substances,
flammable liquids may be transported be classified and transported unless organic peroxides and entries that are
under this entry without first applying approved by the Associate not assigned a packing group are
the classification criteria of Division 4.1, Administrator. excepted from this requirement. The
provided there is no free liquid visible packing group may be preceded by the
at the time the material is loaded or at * * * * * letters ‘‘PG’’ (for example, ‘‘PG II’’); and
the time the packaging or transport unit 166 When transported in non-friable (5) Except for transportation by
is closed. Except when the liquids are tablet form, calcium hypochlorite, dry, aircraft, the total quantity of hazardous
fully absorbed in solid material may be transported as a Packing Group materials covered by the description
contained in sealed bags, each III material. must be indicated (by mass or volume,
packaging must correspond to a design * * * * * or by activity for Class 7 materials) and
type that has passed a leakproofness test 175 This substance must be must include an indication of the
at the Packing Group II level. Small stabilized when in concentrations of not applicable unit of measurement. For
inner packagings consisting of sealed more than 99%. example, ‘‘200 kg’’ or ‘‘50 L.’’ The
packets and articles containing less than (2) * * * following provisions also apply:
(i) For Class 1 materials, the quantity ‘‘cyl.’’ for ‘‘cylinder’’) provided the
must be the net explosive mass. For an abbreviations are commonly accepted
explosive that is an article, such as and recognizable.
Cartridges, small arms, the net explosive (b) Except as provided in this subpart,
mass may be expressed in terms of the the basic description specified in
net mass of either the article or the paragraphs (a)(1), (2), (3) and (4) of this
explosive materials contained in the section must be shown in sequence with
article. no additional information interspersed.
(ii) For hazardous materials in salvage For example, ‘‘UN2744, Cyclobutyl
packaging, an estimate of the total chloroformate, 6.1, (8, 3), PG II.’’
quantity is acceptable.
(iii) The following are excepted from * * * * * (b) In addition to complying with
the requirements of paragraph (a)(5) of 9. In § 172.312, paragraphs (a) § 172.407, the background on the
this section: introductory text, and (a)(2) ORGANIC PEROXIDE label must be red
(A) Bulk packages, provided some introductory text are revised and a new in the top half and yellow in the lower
indication of the total quantity is paragraph (c)(7) is added to read as half.
shown, for example, ‘‘1 cargo tank’’ or follows: 12. Section 172.552 is revised to read
‘‘2 IBCs.’’ as follows:
(B) Cylinders, provided some § 172.312 Liquid hazardous materials in
indication of the total quantity is non-bulk packaging. § 172.552 ORGANIC PEROXIDE placard.
shown, for example, ‘‘10 cylinders.’’ (a) Except as provided in this section, (a) Except for size and color, the
(C) Packages containing only residue. each non-bulk combination package ORGANIC PEROXIDE placard must be
(6) For transportation by aircraft, the having inner packagings containing as follows:
total net mass per package must be liquid hazardous materials, single
shown unless a gross mass is indicated packaging fitted with vents, or open
in Columns (9A) or (9B) of the § 172.101 cryogenic receptacle intended for the
table in which case the total gross mass transport of refrigerated liquefied gases
per package must be shown. The must be:
following provisions also apply:
(i) For empty, uncleaned packaging, (1) * * *
only the number and type of packaging (2) Legibly marked with package
must be shown; orientation markings that are similar to
(ii) For chemical kits and first aid kits, the illustration shown in this paragraph,
the total net mass of hazardous on two opposite vertical sides of the
materials must be shown. Where the kits package with the arrows pointing in the
(b) In addition to complying with
contain solids and/or liquids, the net correct upright direction. The arrows
§ 172.519, the background on the
mass of liquids within the kits is to be must be either black or red on white or
ORGANIC PEROXIDE placard must be
calculated on a 1 to 1 basis, i.e., 1 L other suitable contrasting background
red in the top half and yellow in the
equals 1 kg; and clearly visible commensurate with
(iii) For dangerous goods in lower half. The text, division number
the size of the package. Depicting a
machinery or apparatus, the individual and inner border must be black; the
rectangular border around the arrows is
total quantities of dangerous goods in symbol may be either black or white.
optional.
solid, liquid or gaseous state, contained * * * * * PART 173—SHIPPERS—GENERAL
in the article must be shown; REQUIREMENTS FOR SHIPMENTS
(iv) For dangerous goods transported (c) * * *
AND PACKAGINGS
in a salvage packaging, an estimate of (7) Class 7 radioactive material in type
the quantity of dangerous goods per A, IP–2, IP–3, B(U), B(M) or C packages. 13. The authority citation for part 173
package must be shown; 10. In § 172.407, paragraph (d)(2)(i) is continues to read as follows:
(v) For cylinders, total quantity may amended by removing ‘‘; and’’ at the Authority: 49 U.S.C. 5101–5128, 44701; 49
be indicated by the number of cylinders, end of the paragraph and inserting a CFR 1.45, 1.53.
for example, ‘‘10 cylinders;’’ period in its place, and paragraph 14. Section 173.9 is revised to read as
(vi) For items where ‘‘No Limit’’ is follows:
(d)(2)(i) is added to read as follows:
shown in Column (9A) or (9B) of the
§ 172.101 table, the quantity shown § 172.407 Label specifications. § 173.9 Transport vehicles or freight
should be the net mass or volume of the containers containing lading which has
* * * * * been fumigated.
material, except for UN2800, UN2807,
UN3072, UN3166 and UN3173 where (d) * * * (a) For the purpose of this section, not
the quantity should be the gross mass of (2) * * * including 49 CFR part 387, a rail car,
the article. (iii) White may be used for the symbol freight container, truck body, or trailer
(7) The number and type of packages for the ORGANIC PEROXIDE label. in which the lading has been fumigated
must be indicated. The type of packages with any material, or is undergoing
* * * * *
must be indicated by description of the fumigation, is a package containing a
package (for example, ‘‘12 drums’’). 11. Section 172.427 is revised to read hazardous material.
Indication of the packaging specification as follows: (b) No person may offer for
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number (‘‘1H1’’) may be included in the transportation or transport a rail car,

§ 172.427 ORGANIC PEROXIDE label.
description of the package (for example, freight container, truck body, or trailer
‘‘12 1H1 drums’’ or ‘‘12 drums (UN (a) Except for size and color, the in which the lading has been fumigated
1A1)’’). Abbreviations may be used for ORGANIC PEROXIDE label must be as or treated with any material, or is
EP31AU06.000</GPH>
indicating packaging types (for example, follows: undergoing fumigation, unless the
FUMIGANT marking specified in or trailer the FUMIGANT marking harmful concentration of gas remains
paragraph (e) of this section is specified in paragraph (e) of this after fumigation has been completed.
prominently displayed so that it can be section, unless the lading has been (e) FUMIGANT marking. (1) The
seen by any person attempting to enter fumigated or is undergoing fumigation. FUMIGANT marking must consist of red
the interior of the transport vehicle or (d) The FUMIGANT marking required
or black letters on a white background
freight container. For domestic by paragraph (b) of this section must
remain on the rail car, freight container, that is at least 30 cm (11.8 inches) wide
transportation, a hazard warning label
truck body, or trailer until the rail car, and at least 25 cm (9.8 inches) high.
authorized by EPA under 40 CFR part
156 may be used as an alternative to the freight container, truck body, or trailer Except for size and color, the
FUMIGANT marking. has been completely ventilated either by FUMIGANT marking must be as
(c) No person may affix or display on opening the doors of the unit or by follows:
a rail car, freight container, truck body, mechanical ventilation to ensure no
(2) The ‘‘*’’ shall be replaced with the requirements of this subchapter other and the wording ‘‘60 °C (140 °F)’’ is
technical name of the fumigant. than those contained in this section. added each place it appears.
(f) A closed cargo transport unit that
has been fumigated is not subject to any § 173.35 [Amended] § 173.121 [Amended]
other provisions of this subchapter if 15. In § 173.35, in paragraph (k), the 18. In § 173.121, in the paragraph (a)
it— wording ‘‘60.5 °C (141 °F)’’ is removed table, in Column (2), for the entry
(1) Has been completely ventilated and the wording ‘‘60 °C (140 °F)’’ is Packing group ‘‘III,’’ the wording
either by opening the doors of the unit added in its place. ‘‘≥23 °C, ≤60.5 °C (≥ 73 °F, ≤141 °F)’’ is
or by mechanical ventilation after 16. In § 173.115, paragraphs (b)(1) and removed and the wording ‘‘≥23 °C,
fumigation, and (k)(5) are revised to read as follows: ≤60 °C (≥73 °F, ≤140 °F)’’ is added in its
(2) Displays the FUMIGANT marking, place.
including the date of ventilation. § 173.115 Class 2, Divisions 2.1, 2.2, and 19. In § 173.124, a new paragraph
(g) For international shipments, 2.3—Definitions. (a)(2)(i)(D)(3) is added to read as
transport documents should indicate the * * * * * follows:
date of fumigation, type and amount of (b) * * *
fumigant used, and instructions for § 173.124 Class 4, Divisions 4.1, 4.2 and
(1) Exerts in the packaging an absolute 4.3—Definitions.
disposal of any residual fumigant, pressure of 280 kPa (40.6 psia) or greater
including fumigation devices. (a) * * *
at 20 °C (68 °F), or is a cryogenic liquid,
(h) Any person subject to the (2) * * *
and
requirements of this section, solely due (i) * * *
* * * * * (D) * * *
to the fumigated lading, must be
informed of the requirements of this (k) * * * * * * * *
section and the safety precautions (5) When the contents are classified as (3) It is an oxidizing substance in
necessary to protect themselves and Division 6.1, PG III or Class 8, PG II or Division 5.1 containing less than 5.0%
others in the event of an incident or III, the aerosol must be assigned a combustible organic substances; or
accident involving the fumigated lading. subsidiary hazard of Division 6.1 or * * * * *
(i) Any person who offers for Class 8, as appropriate. 20. In § 173.133, in paragraph (a)(1),
transportation or transports a rail car, * * * * * the table is revised to read as follows:
freight container, truck body or trailer
that is subject to this subchapter solely § 173.120 [Amended] § 173.133 Assignment of packing group
because of the hazardous materials 17. In § 173.120, in paragraphs (a) and hazard zones for Division 6.1 materials.
designation specified in paragraph (a) of introductory text, (a)(2) and (b)(1), the (a) * * *
this section is not subject to any wording ‘‘60.5 °C (141 °F)’’ is removed (1) * * *
EP31AU06.002</GPH>
Inhalation toxicity
Oral toxicity Dermal toxicity
Packing group by dusts and mists
LD50 (mg/kg) LD50 (mg/kg) LC50 (mg/L)
I ...................................................... ≤5.0 ............................................... ≤50 ................................................ ≤0.2.

II ..................................................... >5.0 and ≤50 ................................ >50 and ≤200 ............................... >0.2 and ≤2.0.
III .................................................... >50 and ≤300 ............................... >200 and ≤1000 ........................... >2.0 and ≤4.0.
* * * * * completely protected so that short circuits (e.g., by the use of non-

21. In § 173.134, paragraph (a)(5) is circuits will be prevented (e.g., by the conductive caps that entirely cover the
revised to read as follows: use of non-conductive caps that entirely terminals). The maximum authorized
cover the terminals); they may not be gross weight is 30 kg (65 pounds).
§ 173.134 Class 6, Division 6.2—
packed with other materials except as * * * * *
Definitions and exceptions.
provided in paragraphs (g) and (h) of (d) * * *
(a) * * * this section and in §§ 173.220 and
(5) Regulated medical waste or (1) The battery must be protected
173.222. For transportation by aircraft,
clinical waste or (bio) medical waste against short circuits (e.g., by the use of
the packaging for wet cell batteries must
means a waste or reusable material non-conductive caps that entirely cover
incorporate an acid-or alkali-proof liner,
derived from the medical treatment of the terminals) and securely packaged;
or include a supplementary packaging
an animal or human, which includes with sufficient strength and be * * * * *
diagnosis and immunization, or from adequately sealed to prevent leakage of (e) * * *
biomedical research, which includes the electrolyte fluid in the event of spillage. (2) The batteries must be loaded or
production and testing of biological braced so as to prevent damage and
products. Regulated medical waste or * * * * *
(c) * * * short circuits in transit (e.g., by the use
clinical waste or (bio) medical waste (1) Electric storage batteries protected of non-conductive caps that entirely
containing a Category A infectious against short circuits (e.g., by the use of cover the terminals);
substance must be classed as an non-conductive caps that entirely cover
infectious substance, and assigned to * * * * *
the terminals) and firmly secured to 25. In § 173.166, paragraph (d)(1) is
UN 2814 or UN 2900, as appropriate. skids or pallets capable of withstanding
* * * * * revised to read as follows:
the shocks normally incident to
22. In § 173.136, paragraph (d) is transportation, are authorized for § 173.166 Air bag inflators, air bag
removed and the last sentence in transportation by rail, highway, or modules and seat-belt pretensioners.
paragraph (a) is revised and to read as water. The height of the completed unit * * * * *
follows: must not exceed 11⁄2 times the width of (d) * * *
§ 173.136 Class 8—Definitions. the skid or pallet. The unit must be (1) An air bag module or seat-belt
capable of withstanding, without pretensioner that has been approved by
(a) * * * A liquid, or a solid offered
damage, a superimposed weight equal to the Associate Administrator and is
for transportation or transported as a
two times the weight of the unit or, if installed in a motor vehicle, aircraft,
liquid, that has a severe corrosion rate
the weight of the unit exceeds 907 kg boat or other transport conveyance or its
on steel or aluminum based on the
(2000 pounds), a superimposed weight completed components, such as steering
criteria in § 173.137(c)(2) is also a
of 1814 kg (4000 pounds). Battery columns or door panels, is not subject
corrosive material. terminals must not be relied upon to
* * * * * to the requirements of this subchapter.
support any part of the superimposed
23. In § 173.137, paragraph (c)(2) is weight. * * * * *
revised to read as follows: (2) Electric storage batteries weighing 26. Section 173.187 is revised to read
225 kg (500 pounds) or more, consisting as follows:
§ 173.137 Class 8—Assignment of packing
group. of carriers’ equipment, may be shipped § 173.187 Pyrophoric solids, metals or
by rail when mounted on suitable skids alloys, n.o.s.
* * * * *
(c) * * * and protected against short circuits (e.g.,
by the use of non-conductive caps that Packagings for pyrophoric solids,
(2) That do not cause full thickness metals, or alloys, n.o.s. must conform to
destruction of intact skin tissue but entirely cover the terminals). Such
shipments may not be offered in the requirements of part 178 of this
exhibit a corrosion on steel or subchapter at the packing group
aluminum surfaces exceeding 6.25 mm interchange service.
performance level specified in the
(0.25 inch) a year at a test temperature * * * * *
(4) Not more than four batteries not § 172.101 Table. These materials must
of 55 C (130 F). The corrosion may be be packaged as follows:
determined in accordance with the UN over 7 kg (15 pounds) each, packed in
strong outer fiberboard or wooden (a) In steel boxes (4A) and contain not
Manual of Tests and Criteria (IBR, see more than 15 kg (33 pounds) each.
§ 171.7 of this subchapter) or other boxes. Batteries must be securely
cushioned and packed to prevent short (b) In wooden boxes (4C1, 4C2, 4D, or
equivalent test methods.
24. In § 173.159, paragraphs (a), (c)(1), circuits (e.g., by the use of non- 4F) with inner metal receptacles which
(c)(2), (c)(4), (c)(5), (d)(1) and (e)(2) are conductive caps that entirely cover the have a positive (not friction) means of
terminals). The maximum authorized closure and contain not more than 15 kg
revised to read as follows:

gross weight is 30 kg (65 pounds). (33 pounds) each.
§ 173.159 Batteries, wet. (5) Not more than five batteries not (c) In fiberboard boxes (4G) with inner
* * * * * over 4.5 kg (10 pounds) each, packed in metal receptacles which have a positive
(a) Electric storage batteries, strong outer fiberboard or wooden (not friction) means of closure and
containing electrolyte acid or alkaline boxes. Batteries must be securely contain not more than 7.5 kg (17
corrosive battery fluid, must be cushioned and packed to prevent short pounds) each.
(d) In steel drums (1A1 or 1A2) with 28. In § 173.216, paragraph (c)(3) is batteries that are transported with these
a gross mass not exceeding 150 kg (331 revised and paragraph (c)(4) is removed batteries installed are forbidden aboard
pounds) per drum. to read as follows: passenger-carrying aircraft. Lithium
(e) In plywood drums (1D) with inner batteries contained in vehicles or
§ 173.216 Asbestos, blue, brown or white.
metal receptacles which have a positive engines must be securely fastened in the
(not friction) means of closure and * * * * * battery holder of the vehicle or engine,
contain not more than 15 kg (33 pounds) (c) * * * and be protected in such a manner as to
each. (3) Bags or other non-rigid packagings prevent damage and short circuits (e.g.,
which are dust and sift proof must be by the use of non-conductive caps that
(f) In fiber drums (1G) with inner
placed in rigid outer packagings or entirely cover the terminals). Lithium
metal receptacles which have a positive
closed freight containers. batteries must be of a type that have
(not friction) means of closure and 29. In § 173.220, paragraphs
contain not more than 15 kg (33 pounds) successfully passed each test in the UN
(b)(2)(ii)(B)(3), (c) and (d) are revised to
each. Manual of Tests and Criteria as
read as follows:
(g) In specification cylinders, as specified in § 173.185, unless approved
prescribed for any compressed gas, § 173.220 Internal combustion engines, by the Associate Administrator.
except for Specifications 8 and 3HT. self-propelled vehicles, mechanical Equipment, other than vehicles or
27. In § 173.197, paragraph (a), the equipment containing internal combustion engines, containing lithium batteries
first sentence in paragraph (b), and the engines, and battery powered vehicles or must be transported in accordance with
equipment. § 173.185.
first sentence in paragraph (e)(2) are
revised to read as follows: * * * * * * * * * *
(b) * * *
§ 173.197 Regulated medical waste. (2) * * * 30. In § 173.222, paragraph (d) is
(ii) * * * revised to read as follows:
(a) General provisions. Non-bulk
(B) * * *
packagings, Large Packagings, and non- § 173.222 Dangerous goods in equipment,
(3) In no part of the closed system
specification bulk outer packagings used machinery or apparatus.
shall the pressure exceed 5% of the
for the transportation of regulated * * * * *
maximum allowable working pressure
medical waste or clinical waste or (bio) (d) Except for transportation by
of the system or 290 psig (2000 kPa),
medical waste must be rigid containers aircraft, when a package contains
whichever is less; and
meeting the provisions of subpart B of hazardous materials in two or more of
this part. * * * * *
(c) Battery powered or installed. the categories listed in paragraphs (c)(1)
(b) * * * Except as provided in through (c)(3) of this section the total
Batteries must be securely installed, and
§ 173.134(c) of this subpart, non-bulk quantity required by § 172.202(c) of this
wet batteries fastened in an upright
packagings for regulated medical waste subchapter to be entered on the
position. Batteries must be protected
or clinical waste or (bio) medical waste shipping paper must be the aggregate
against short circuits (e.g., by the use of
must be UN standard packagings quantity of all hazardous materials,
non-conductive caps that entirely cover
conforming to the requirements of Part expressed as net mass.
the terminals) and leakage or removed
178 of this subchapter at the Packing
and packaged separately under 31. In § 173.224, in paragraph (b)(7),
Group II performance level. * * *
§ 173.159. Battery powered vehicles, in the Self-Reactive Materials Table, a
* * * * * machinery or equipment including new entry is added in appropriate
(e) * * * battery powered wheelchairs and alphabetical order to read as follows:
(2) * * * Liquid regulated medical mobility aids are excepted from the
waste or clinical waste or (bio) medical § 173.224 Packaging and control and
requirements of this subchapter when
waste transported in a Large Packaging, emergency temperatures for self-reactive
transported by rail, highway or vessel. materials.
Cart, or BOP must be packaged in a rigid (d) Lithium batteries. Except as
inner packaging conforming to the provided in § 172.102, Special provision * * * * *
provisions of subpart B of this part. A102, of this subchapter, vehicles and (b) * * *
* * * * * machinery powered by primary lithium (7) * * *
SELF-REACTIVE MATERIALS TABLE

Identification Concentration— Packing Control tem- Emergency
Self-reactive substance Notes
No. (%) method perature—(°C) temperature
(1) (2) (3) (4) (5) (6) (7)
Acetone-pyrogallol copolymer 2-diazo-

1-naphthol-5-sulphonate .................... 3228 100 OP8
* * * * * * *
* * * * * into fuel cell powered equipment (b) Fuel cell cartridges containing
32. A new section § 173.230 is added through a valve. The cartridge must be flammable liquids including methanol
to subpart E to read as follows: designed and constructed to prevent the or methanol/water solutions must
fuel from leaking during normal conform to the following:
§ 173.230 Fuel cell cartridges containing (1) The fuel cell cartridge design type
conditions of transportation and be free
flammable liquids. without its packaging must be shown to
of electric charge generating
(a) A fuel cell cartridge is a container components. pass an internal pressure test at a
that stores fuel for controlled discharge pressure of 15 psig (100 kPa);
(2) Fuel cell cartridges must be 36. In § 175.10, in paragraph (a)(2) (ii) Between hazardous materials of
packaged in outer packagings which introductory text, the first sentence is different classes which comprise a
meet the requirements of part 178 at the revised to read as follows: group of substances that do not react
Packing Group II performance level and dangerously with each other. The
conform to the general packaging § 175.10 Exceptions.
following materials are grouped by
requirements of subpart B of part 173; * * * * * compatibility:
the following are authorized: 1A2, 1B2, (a) * * *
(2) One packet of safety matches or a (A) Hydrogen peroxide, aqueous
1D, 1G, 1H2, 4C1, 4C2, 4D, 4F, 4G, or
4H2. lighter intended for use by an individual solutions with not less than 8 percent
(c) Fuel cell cartridges packed in or when carried on one’s person or in but less than 20 percent hydrogen
with equipment are excepted from the carry-on baggage only. * * * peroxide (stabilized as necessary);
packaging requirements in paragraph * * * * * Hydrogen peroxide, aqueous solutions
(b)(2) if the cartridges are packed in a 37. In § 175.78, paragraph (c)(4) is with not less than 20 percent but not
strong outer packaging conforming to revised to read as follows: more than 40 percent hydrogen
the requirements of §§ 173.24 and peroxide; Hydrogen peroxide, aqueous
§ 175.78 Stowage compatibility of cargo.
173.24a. For cartridges installed in solutions with more than 40 percent but
equipment, the equipment may be * * * * * not more than 60 percent hydrogen
considered the outer packaging if it (c) * * * peroxide; Hydrogen peroxide and
provides an equivalent level of (4) Note 1. ‘‘Note 1’’ at the intersection of peroxyacetic acid mixtures, stabilized
protection. The packaging need not a row and column means the following: with acids, water and not more than 5
conform to performance requirements of (i) Only Division 1.4, Compatibility Group percent peroxyacetic acid; Organic
S, explosives are permitted to be transported
part 178 of this subchapter. The peroxide type D, liquid; Organic
aboard a passenger aircraft. Only certain
cartridges must be protected against Division 1.3, Compatibility Groups C and G, peroxide type E, liquid; Organic
damage that may be caused by the and Division 1.4, Compatibility Groups B, C, peroxide type F, liquid; and
movement or placement of the D, E, G and S, explosives may be transported (B) Dichlorosilane, Silicon
equipment and the cartridges within the aboard a cargo aircraft.
tetrachloride, and Trichlorosilane.
outer packaging. (ii) Explosives in Compatibility Group S
33. In § 173.306, paragraph (i) is may be stowed with explosives in all * * * * *
revised and a new paragraph (j) is added compatibility groups. 41. In § 176.84, in paragraph (b), in
to read as follows: (iii) Except as otherwise provided in this
Note, explosives of different compatibility the Table of provisions, Codes ‘‘26,’’
§ 173.306 Limited quantities of groups may be stowed together whether or ‘‘27,’’ ‘‘52’’ and ‘‘53’’ are revised, a new
compressed gases. not they belong to the same division. Code ‘‘144’’ is added in appropriate
* * * * * (iv) Division 1.4B and Division 1.3 numerical order, and following the
explosives may not be stowed together. table, a new note ‘‘2’’ is added to read
(i) Aerosols and receptacles small, Division 1.4 explosives must be loaded into
containing gas with a capacity of less as follows:
separate unit load devices and, when stowed
than 50 mL. Aerosols, as defined in aboard the aircraft, the unit load devices § 176.84 Other requirements for stowage
§ 171.8 of this subchapter, and must be separated by other cargo with a and segregation for cargo vessels and
receptacles small, containing gas, with a minimum separation of 2 m (6.5 feet). When passenger vessels.
capacity not exceeding 50 mL (1.7 oz.) not loaded in unit load devices, Division 1.4
and Division 1.3 explosives must be loaded * * * * *
and with a pressure not exceeding 970
kPa (141 psig) at 55 °C (131 °F), into different, non-adjacent loading positions (b) * * *
and separated by other cargo with a
containing no hazardous materials other
minimum separation of 2 m (6.5 feet). Code Provisions
than a Division 2.2 gas, are not subject
to the requirements of this subchapter. * * * * *
The pressure limit may be increased to
PART 176—CARRIAGE BY VESSEL * * * * *
2000 kPa (290 psig) at 55 °C (131 °F)
26 ......... Stow ‘‘away from’’ acids.2
provided the aerosols are transported in 38. The authority citation for part 176
27 ......... Stow ‘‘away from’’ alkaline com-
outer packages that conform to the continues to read as follows: pounds.2
packaging requirements of Subpart B of Authority: 49 U.S.C. 5101–5128; 49 CFR
this part. This provision does not apply 1.53. * * * * *
to a self-defense spray (e.g., pepper 52 ......... Stow ‘‘separated from’’ acids.1, 2
spray). § 176.76 [Amended]
53 ......... Stow ‘‘separated from’’ alkaline
(j) For additional exceptions, also see 39. In § 176.76, in paragraph (f)(2), the compounds.2
§ 173.307. wording ‘‘141 °F’’ is removed and the
wording ‘‘60 °C (140 °F)’’ is added in its * * * * *
Appendix H to Part 173 [Amended] place. 144 ....... When stowed under deck, me-
34. In Appendix H to Part 173, under 40. In § 176.83, paragraph (a)(4) is chanical ventilation shall be in
heading 5. Procedure, in paragraph (h), revised to read as follows: accordance with SOLAS regula-
the wording ‘‘60.5 °C (141 °F)’’ is tion II–2/19 (II–2/54) for flam-
§ 176.83 Segregation.
removed and the wording ‘‘60 °C (140 mable liquids with flashpoint
°F)’’ is added each place it appears. (a) * * * below 23 °C (73 °F).
(4) Segregation is not required:
PART 175—CARRIAGE BY AIRCRAFT (i) Between hazardous materials of

different classes which comprise the
35. The authority citation for part 175 same substance but vary only in their
continues to read as follows: water content (for example, sodium
Authority: 49 U.S.C. 5101–5128; 44701; 49 sulfide in Division 4.2 or Class 8) or
CFR 1.53. quantity for Class 7 materials; or
Code Provisions § 178.602 [Amended] 47. In § 180.352, paragraphs (b)

44. In § 178.602, in paragraph (b), the introductory text, (b)(1) and (g) are
* * * * *
second sentence is amended by adding revised to read as follows:
2 Class 8 materials in PG II or III that other- the wording ‘‘containing solids’’ after § 180.352 Requirements for retest and
wise are required to be segregated from one the word ‘‘Bags’’. inspection of IBCs.
another may be transported in the same cargo
transport unit, whether in the same packaging 45. In § 178.810, paragraph (b) is * * * * *
or not, provided the substances do not react revised to read as follows: (b) Test and inspections for metal,
dangerously with each other to cause combus- rigid plastic, and composite IBCs. Each
tion and/or evolution of considerable heat, or § 178.810 Drop test.
of flammable, toxic or asphyxiant gases, or the IBC is subject to the following test and
* * * * * inspections:
formation of corrosive or unstable substances;
and the package does not contain more than (b) Special preparation for the drop (1) Each IBC intended to contain
30 L (7.8 gallons) for liquids or 30 kg (66 lbs.) test. (1) Metal, rigid plastic, and solids that are loaded or discharged
for solids. composite IBCs intended to contain under pressure or intended to contain
solids must be filled to not less than 95 liquids must be tested in accordance
PART 178—SPECIFICATIONS FOR
percent of their maximum capacity, or with the leakproofness test prescribed in
PACKAGINGS if intended to contain liquids, to not less § 178.813 of this subchapter prior to its
than 98 percent of their maximum first use in transportation and every 2.5
42. The authority citation for part 178
capacity. Pressure relief devices must be years thereafter, starting from the date of
continues to read as follows:
removed and their apertures plugged or manufacture or the date of a repair
Authority: 49 U.S.C. 5101–5128; 49 CFR rendered inoperative. conforming to paragraph (d)(1) of this
1.53. (2) Fiberboard and wooden IBCs must section. For this test, the IBC is not
43. In § 178.274, paragraph (j)(6) is be filled with a solid material to not less required to have its closures fitted.
revised to read as follows: than 95 percent of their maximum * * * * *
capacity; the contents must be evenly (g) Record retention. (1) The owner or
§ 178.274 Specifications for UN portable distributed. lessee of the IBC must keep records of
tanks.
(3) Flexible IBCs must be filled to the periodic retests, initial and periodic
* * * * * maximum permissible gross mass; the inspections, and tests performed on the
(j) * * * contents must be evenly distributed. IBC if it has been repaired or
remanufactured.
(6) Effective January 1, 2008, each (4) Rigid plastic IBCs and composite
(2) Records must include design types
new UN portable tank design type IBCs with plastic inner receptacles must
and packaging specifications, test and
meeting the definition of ‘‘container’’ in be conditioned for testing by reducing
inspection dates, name and address of
the Convention for Safe Containers the temperature of the packaging and its
test and inspection facilities, names or
(CSC) (see 49 CFR 450.3(a)(2)) must be contents to ¥18 °C (0 °F) or lower. Test
name of any persons conducting test or
subjected to the dynamic longitudinal liquids must be kept in the liquid state,
inspections, and test or inspection
impact test prescribed in Part IV, if necessary, by the addition of anti-
specifics and results.
Section 40 of the UN Manual of Tests freeze. Water/anti-freeze solutions with
(3) Records must be kept for each
and Criteria (see IBR, § 171.7 of this a minimum specific gravity of 0.95 for
packaging at each location where
subchapter). A UN portable tank design testing at ¥18 °C (0 °F) or lower are
periodic tests are conducted, until such
type impact-tested prior to January 1, considered acceptable test liquids, and
tests are successfully performed again or
2008, in accordance with the may be considered equivalent to water
for at least 2.5 years from the date of the
requirements of this section in effect on for test purposes. IBCs conditioned in
last test. These records must be made
October 1, 2005, need not be retested. this way are not required to be
available for inspection by a
UN portable tanks used for the conditioned in accordance with
representative of the Department on
§ 178.802.
dedicated transportation of ‘‘Helium, request.
refrigerated liquid,’’ UN 1963, and * * * * *
Issued in Washington, DC, on August 23,
‘‘Hydrogen, refrigerated liquid,’’ UN 2006.
PART 180—CONTINUING
1966, that are marked ‘‘NOT FOR RAIL QUALIFICATION AND MAINTENANCE Under authority delegated in 49 CFR part
TRANSPORT’’ in letters of a minimum OF PACKAGINGS 106.
height of 10 cm (4 inches) on at least Robert A. McGuire,
two sides of the portable tank are 46. The authority citation for part 180 Associate Administrator for Hazardous
excepted from the dynamic longitudinal continues to read as follows: Materials Safety.
impact test. Authority: 49 U.S.C. 5101–5128; 49 CFR [FR Doc. 06–7200 Filed 8–30–06; 8:45 am]
* * * * * 1.53. BILLING CODE 4910–60–P

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August 31, 2006

49 CFR Parts 171, 172, 173, et al.

DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION number or Regulatory Identification HM–215A, 59 FR 67390; HM–215B, 62

considered in a separate rulemaking adopted amendments intended to Part 172

UN0349 .............................................................................. Articles, explosive, n.o.s.

UN0462 .............................................................................. Articles, explosive, n.o.s.

UN0469 .............................................................................. Articles, explosive, n.o.s.

UN1819 .............................................................................. Sodium aluminate, solution.

UN3073 .............................................................................. Vinylpyridines, stabilized.

UN3471, PG II and III, would be added.

found in Section 41 of Addendum 2 to These additions incorporate conflicting sets of regulatory

Source and name of material 49 CFR reference

* * * * * [PUBLICATION DATE OF FINAL shipping paper may display the new

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rosive, n.o.s. TP2, TP27.

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T4, TP1, TP8,

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* * * * * 10 mL of a Class 3 liquid in Packing Code/Special Provisions

number (‘‘1H1’’) may be included in the transportation or transport a rail car,

I ...................................................... ≤5.0 ............................................... ≤50 ................................................ ≤0.2.

* * * * * completely protected so that short circuits (e.g., by the use of non-

revised to read as follows:

SELF-REACTIVE MATERIALS TABLE

(1) (2) (3) (4) (5) (6) (7)

Acetone-pyrogallol copolymer 2-diazo-

PART 175—CARRIAGE BY AIRCRAFT (i) Between hazardous materials of

Code Provisions § 178.602 [Amended] 47. In § 180.352, paragraphs (b)

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