Hazardous Materials: Adoption of Special Permits (MAP-21) (RRR)

Federal Register, Volume 80 Issue 20 (Friday, January 30, 2015)

Federal Register Volume 80, Number 20 (Friday, January 30, 2015)

Proposed Rules

Pages 5339-5449

From the Federal Register Online via the Government Printing Office www.gpo.gov

FR Doc No: 2015-01263

Page 5339

Vol. 80

Friday,

No. 20

January 30, 2015

Part V

Department of Transportation

-----------------------------------------------------------------------

Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration

-----------------------------------------------------------------------

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

Hazardous Materials: Adoption of Special Permits (MAP-21) (RRR); Proposed Rule

Page 5340

-----------------------------------------------------------------------

DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION

Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration

49 CFR Parts 171, 172, 173, 174, 176, 177, 178, and 180

Docket No. PHMSA-2013-0042 (HM-233F)

RIN 2137-AF00

Hazardous Materials: Adoption of Special Permits (MAP-21) (RRR)

AGENCY: Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA), DOT.

ACTION: Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (NPRM)

-----------------------------------------------------------------------

SUMMARY: As required by the Moving Ahead for Progress in the 21st Century Act (MAP-21), the Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration is proposing to amend the Hazardous Materials Regulations to adopt provisions contained in certain widely-used or long-standing special permits that have an established safety record. The proposed revisions are intended to provide wider access to the regulatory flexibility offered in special permits and eliminate the need for numerous renewal requests, thus reducing paperwork burdens and facilitating commerce while maintaining an appropriate level of safety. PHMSA conducted an extensive analysis of all active special permits and, in this rulemaking, those special permits deemed suitable are being proposed for adoption. PHMSA is inviting all interested persons to provide comments on both those special permits deemed suitable and proposed to be adopted into the HMR and those that are deemed not suitable for adoption. In addition, PHMSA is also requesting comments on a proposed requirement for special permit applicants to include regulatory text in their applications, when appropriate.

DATES: Comments must be received by March 31, 2015.

ADDRESSES: You may submit comments identified by the docket number PHMSA-2013-0042 (HM-233F) by any of the following methods:

Federal eRulemaking Portal: http://www.regulations.gov. Follow the instructions for submitting comments.

Fax: 1-202-493-2251.

Mail: Docket Management System; U.S. Department of Transportation, West Building, Ground Floor, Room W12-140, Routing Symbol M-30, 1200 New Jersey Avenue SE., Washington, DC 20590.

Hand Delivery: To the Docket Management System; Room W12-

140 on the ground floor of the West Building, 1200 New Jersey Avenue SE., Washington, DC 20590, between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m., Monday through Friday, except Federal holidays.

Instructions: All submissions must include the agency name and docket number for this notice at the beginning of the comment. To avoid duplication, please use only one of these four methods. All comments received will be posted without change to http://www.regulations.gov and will include any personal information you provide. All comments received will be posted without change to the Federal Docket Management System (FDMS), including any personal information.

Docket: For access to the dockets to read background documents or comments received, go to http://www.regulations.gov or DOT's Docket Operations Office (see ADDRESSES).

Privacy Act: In accordance with 5 U.S.C. 553(c), DOT solicits comments from the public to better inform its rulemaking process. DOT posts these comments, without edit, including any personal information the commenter provides, to www.regulations.gov, as described in the system of records notice (DOT/ALL-14 FDMS), which can be reviewed at www.dot.gov/privacy.

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Donald Burger, Office of Hazardous Materials Safety, Approvals and Permits Division, (202) 366-4535 or T. Glenn Foster, Office of Hazardous Materials Safety, Standards and Rulemaking Division, telephone (202) 366-8553, Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration, U.S. Department of Transportation, 1200 New Jersey Ave. SE., Washington, DC 20590-0001.

SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION:

Table of Contents

I. Executive Summary

II. Background

III. Overview

  1. Special Permits Program

  2. MAP-21 Legislation

  3. SP Conversion Project Methodology

  4. Petitions for Rulemaking

  5. SPs Evaluation Results

  6. Request for Comments

    IV. Section-by-Section Review by Topic Area

  7. Cylinders--General

  8. Cylinders--Non-Destructive Testing/Aerosols

  9. Cargo Tanks/Rail Cars/Portable Tanks

  10. Operational Air/Vessel

  11. Operational Highway/Rail/Shipper/Other

  12. Non-Bulk Packaging Specifications/IBCs

    V. Regulatory Analyses and Notices

  13. Statutory/Legal Authority for this Rulemaking

  14. Executive Order 12866, 13563, 13610, and DOT Regulatory Policies and Procedures

  15. Executive Order 13132

  16. Executive Order 13175

  17. Regulatory Flexibility Act, Executive Order 13272, and DOT Procedures and Policies

  18. Paperwork Reduction Act

  19. Regulatory Identifier Number (RIN)

  20. Unfunded Mandates Reform Act

    I. Executive Order 13609 and International Trade Analysis

  21. Environmental Assessment and NEPA Analysis

  22. Privacy Act

    L. National Technology Transfer and Advancement Act

    VI. List of Subjects

    I. Executive Summary

    The Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) is proposing to amend the Hazardous Materials Regulations (HMR; 49 CFR parts 171-180) by adopting requirements contained in 98 existing special permits (SP). This proposal is based on our review of all active SPs as of January 1, 2013, in which we identified 98 SPs containing requirements which appear suitable for adoption into the HMR as regulations of general applicability. Other SPs are not being proposed for adoption into the HMR because we concluded they contain requirements which (1) would not have, or are being applied in a manner which would not have, broad applicability; or (2) have already been adopted into the HMR, are covered by authorizations in the HMR, or are being addressed in other rulemakings.

    We encourage all interested parties, particularly the holders of currently active SPs, to submit comments regarding the SPs we are proposing to adopt into the HMR, the SPs we are not presently proposing to adopt into the HMR, and our preliminary regulatory impact analysis.

    II. Background

    PHMSA is proposing to amend the Hazardous Materials Regulations (HMR; 49 CFR parts 171-180) to adopt certain requirements based on existing SPs issued by PHMSA under 49 CFR part 107, subpart B (Sec. Sec. 107.101 to 107.127). SPs set forth alternative requirements--or a variance--to the requirements in the HMR in a way that achieves a safety level at least equal to the safety level required under the regulations, or when the regulations do not establish a safety level, that is consistent with the public interest. Congress expressly authorized the Secretary of Transportation to issue these variances in the Hazardous Materials Transportation Act of 1975 (49 U.S.C. 5109) as amended.

    Page 5341

    On July 6, 2013 President Obama signed legislation entitled Moving Ahead for Progress in the 21st Century Act (MAP-21). Section 33012 of this legislation required PHMSA to review and analyze SPs that have been in continuous effect for a 10-year period to determine which ones may be converted into the HMR.\1\ The legislation also required PHMSA to issue regulations to adopt any SPs identified as appropriate for adoption in a final rule by October 1, 2015. The legislation provides the following factors to consider during review and analysis to determine suitability for adoption into the HMR:

    ---------------------------------------------------------------------------

    \1\ Although MAP-21 only required PHMSA evaluate SPs that had been in continuous effect for a 10-year period, PHMSA reviewed all active SPs as of January 1, 2013.

    ---------------------------------------------------------------------------

    (1) The safety record of the hazardous materials (hazmat) transported under the SP;

    (2) The application of a SP;

    (3) The suitability of the provisions in the SP for incorporation into the hazmat regulations; and

    (4) Rulemaking activity in related areas.

    Prior to the passing of the MAP-21 legislation, PHMSA had completed numerous rulemaking actions, through an established and refined approach, to convert long-standing SPs with an established safety record into the HMR. Following the passage of the MAP-21 legislation, PHMSA modified its approach to align with the requirements of this legislation. Specifically, PHMSA established terms of reference and baseline criteria for the review of long-standing SPs, created tracking tools to monitor progress, and adopted a methodology and timeline to evaluate SPs.

    This Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (NPRM) provides an overview of the SP Program to date, a detailed review of the requirements of MAP-21 with regard to this initiative, and a comprehensive explanation of the rationale used to evaluate these SPs both prior to and after the implementation of MAP-21. Furthermore, based on this rationale, this NPRM details the SPs that are deemed not suitable for adoption into the HMR along with the corresponding reasoning, and proposes the adoption into the HMR of SPs that have been deemed suitable through this review. The proposals from all the SPs to be adopted have broad applicability, fit into the scope of the HMR, will increase flexibility in transportation, and provide an equivalent level of safety to the current regulations. PHMSA is inviting comments from all interested parties, particularly SP holders, on both those SPs deemed suitable and proposed to be adopted and those that are deemed not suitable for adoption.

    III. Overview

  23. SPs Program

    PHMSA's Approvals and Permits Division \2\ is responsible for the issuance of DOT SPs and Approvals. A SP sets forth alternative requirements, or variances, to the requirements in the HMR. Federal hazardous materials transportation law (49 U.S.C. 5101-5128) authorizes PHMSA to issue such variances in a way that achieves a safety level that is at least equal to the safety level required under Federal hazmat law or is consistent with the public interest if a required safety level does not exist. SPs also address unique or infrequent transportation situations that would be difficult to accommodate in regulations intended for use by a wide range of shippers and carriers.

    ---------------------------------------------------------------------------

    \2\ http://www.phmsa.dot.gov/hazmat/permits-approvals/special-permits

    ---------------------------------------------------------------------------

    SPs are issued by PHMSA under 49 CFR part 107, subpart B (Sec. Sec. 107.101 to 107.127). The HMR are generally performance-

    oriented regulations, and as such, provide the regulated community with some flexibility in meeting safety requirements. Even so, not every transportation situation can be anticipated and covered under the regulations. The hazardous materials community is at the cutting edge of developing new materials, new technologies, and innovative ways of moving hazardous materials. Innovation strengthens our economy, and some new technologies and operational techniques may enhance safety. Thus, while not compromising safety, SPs provide a mechanism for testing new technologies, promoting increased transportation efficiency and productivity, and ensuring global competitiveness. In addition, SPs enable the hazardous materials industry to safely, quickly, and effectively integrate new products and technologies into production and the transportation stream.

    PHMSA conducts ongoing reviews of SPs to identify widely-used and long-standing SPs with established safety records for conversion into regulations of broader applicability. Converting these SPs into regulations reduces paperwork burdens for the government and applicants and facilitates commerce while maintaining safety. Additionally, adoption of SPs as rules of general applicability provides wider access to the benefits and regulatory flexibility of the provisions granted in the SPs. Factors that influence whether or not a specific SP is a candidate for regulatory action include: the safety record for hazardous materials transported or operations conducted under a SP; potential for broad application of a SP; suitability of the provisions in the SP for adoption into the HMR; rulemaking activity in related areas; and agency priorities.

    Since the inception of the SP program, PHMSA has periodically reviewed SPs and under various rulemaking actions certain widely-used or long-standing SPs that have an established safety record have been adopted or recently proposed for incorporation into the HMR. For example, PHMSA has adopted or proposed 94 SPs into the HMR since 2008. These 94 SPs represent a decrease of 13,947 holders of SPs. These rulemakings are noted in Table 1.

    Table 1--Previous Rulemaking Actions \3\

    ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

    Number of

    Docket Title Purpose permits Holders

    ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

    Docket No. PHMSA-2006-25910 (HM- Miscellaneous Cargo Amended the HMR to 2 15.

    218E). Tank Motor Vehicle revise certain

    and Cylinder requirements

    Issues; Petitions applicable to the

    for Rulemaking. manufacture,

    maintenance, and use

    of DOT and MC

    specification cargo

    tank motor vehicles,

    DOT specification

    cylinders and UN

    pressure receptacles.

    Page 5342

    PHMSA-2008-0005 (HM-215J)........ Revision to Amended the HMR to 3 6.

    Requirements for maintain alignment

    the Transportation with international

    of Batteries and standards by

    Battery-Powered adopting various

    Devices; and amendments,

    Harmonization with including changes to

    the UN proper shipping

    Recommendations, names, hazard

    IMDG Code, and ICAO classes, packing

    Technical groups, special

    Instructions. provisions,

    packaging

    authorizations, air

    transport quantity

    limitations, and

    vessel stowage

    requirements.

    Docket No. PHMSA-2009-0151 (HM- Miscellaneous Amended the HMR to 1 1.

    218F). Amendments. make miscellaneous

    revisions to update

    and clarify certain

    regulatory

    requirements.

    PHMSA-2009-0289 (HM-233A)........ Incorporation of SPs Amended the HMR to 44 510.

    into Regulations. adopt provisions

    contained in certain

    widely-used or long-

    standing SPs that

    have an established

    safety record.

    PHMSA-2010-0017 (HM-245)......... Incorporation of Amended the HMR to 6 Over 10,000.

    Cargo Tank SPs. adopt provisions

    contained in certain

    widely-used or long-

    standing cargo tank

    SPs that are granted

    to multiple parties

    and have established

    safety records.

    PHMSA-2010-0018 (HM-216B)........ Incorporating Rail Amended the HMR to 7 250.

    SPs. adopt SPs which

    authorized an

    alternative tank car

    qualification

    program, acceptance

    of shipping paper

    information by voice

    or electronic data

    interchange, provide

    alternative rail car

    segregation

    requirements for

    explosives,

    alternative tank car

    design requirements,

    and alternative

    unloading provisions

    for coupled tank

    cars.

    PHMSA-2010-0201 HM-254........... Approval and Amended the HMR 2 2,131.

    Communication applicable to airbag

    Requirements for inflators, airbag

    the Safe modules and seat-

    Transportation of belt pretensioners

    Airbag Inflators, by authorizing an

    Airbag Modules, and alternative review

    Seat-belt and verification

    Pretensioners. process for these

    devices, and

    eliminating the

    current requirements

    to have hundreds of

    these devices

    approved by PHMSA

    prior to shipment.

    PHMSA 2011-0138 (HM 218G)........ Miscellaneous Amended the HMR by 1 1.

    Amendments (RRR). adopting SPs to

    authorize the

    transportation by

    motor vehicle of

    certain regulated

    medical wastes,

    designated as

    sharps, in non-DOT

    specification

    containers fitted

    into wheeled racks.

    PHMSA-2011-0142 (HM-219)......... Miscellaneous....... Amended the HMR to no 1 1.

    Petitions for longer require re-

    Rulemaking (RRR). application for a SP

    to place the

    Dangerous Cargo

    Manifest in

    locations designated

    by the master of the

    vessel besides ``on

    or near the bridge''

    while the vessel is

    docked in a United

    States port while

    cargo unloading,

    loading, or handling

    operations are

    underway and the

    bridge is unmanned.

    PHMSA-2011-0158 (HM-233C)........ Incorporation of Amended the HMR to 18 466.

    Certain SPs and adopt provisions

    Competent contained in several

    Authorities into SPs that provide

    Regulations. greater regulatory

    flexibility. The SPs

    in this action

    addressed a variety

    of alternative

    provisions,

    including

    alternative

    packaging

    authorizations for

    specific hazardous

    materials (HM), and

    would eliminate

    approval

    requirements for

    variances in the

    manufacture of

    fiberboard

    packagings.

    PHMSA-2011-0345 (HM-233D) (NPRM). Requirements for the Proposes to amend the 9 566.

    Safe Transportation HMR by establishing

    of Bulk Explosives standards for the

    (RRR). safe transportation

    of bulk explosives.

    This rulemaking

    would also be

    responsive to two

    petitions (P-1557, P-

    1583).

    ------------------------------------------------------------------------------

    Total........................ .................... ..................... 94 13,947.

    ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

  24. MAP-21 Legislation

    Section 33012 of the MAP-21 legislation modified Sec. 5117 (f) of the Federal Hazardous Materials Transportation Law. Specifically, under the ``SPs and exclusions'' paragraph (f) was revised to read as follows:

    ---------------------------------------------------------------------------

    \3\ This table represents only published rulemakings since January 1, 2008.

    ---------------------------------------------------------------------------

    ``(f) Incorporation into regulations.

    (1) IN GENERAL--Not later than 1 year after the date on which a SP has been in continuous effect for a 10-year period, the Secretary shall conduct a review and analysis of that SP to determine whether it may be converted into the hazardous materials regulations.

    (2) FACTORS--In conducting the review and analysis under paragraph (1), the Secretary may consider--

    (A) the safety record for hazardous materials transported under the special permit;

    (B) the application of a special permit;

    (C) the suitability of provisions in the special permit for incorporation into the hazardous materials regulations; and

    Page 5343

    (D) rulemaking activity in related areas.

    (3) RULEMAKING--After completing the review and analysis under paragraph (1) and after providing notice and opportunity for public comment, the Secretary shall either institute a rulemaking to incorporate the special permit into the hazardous materials regulations or publish in the Federal Register the Secretary's justification for why the special permit is not appropriate for incorporation into the regulations.''

    This modification required PHMSA to review and analyze SPs that have been in effect for 10 years or more and determine which should be converted into regulations; set parameters for the review; and issue regulations to adopt any SPs identified as appropriate for adoption in a final rule by October 1, 2015. Following the publication of the final rule, this process would be completed annually to ensure appropriate SPs are converted into the HMR on a consistent basis.

    The legislation also required PHMSA to address other issues related to the SP and approvals regulations and program processes. Specifically, PHMSA is required to issue regulations on standard operating procedures to support administration of the SP and approval programs. This requirement is being addressed under Docket PHMSA 2012-

    0260 (HM-233E) in a Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (NPRM) published on August 12, 2014 79 FR 47047.

    Table 2 summarizes all of the MAP-21 requirements related to the SP program, the corresponding rulemaking actions, and required completions dates:

    Table 2: MAP-21 Summary

    ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

    Required

    MAP-21 Citation MAP-21 Requirement Docket completion date

    ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

    Sec. 33012

    (a)......................... Rulemaking mandate. PHMSA shall issue PHMSA 2012-0260 (HM- Final rule due by

    regulations that establish: 233E). 10/01/2014.

    (1) Standard operating procedures to

    support administration of the SP and

    approval programs; and

    (2) Objective criteria to support the

    evaluation of SP and approval

    applications.

    (b)......................... Initial review and analysis of SPs PHMSA-2013-0042 (HM- Review and

    that have been in continuous effect 233F). analysis due by

    for a 10-year period to determine 10/01/2013.

    which ones may be converted into the

    hazmat regulations. Factors to

    consider:

    (1) The safety record of hazmat

    transported under the SP;

    (2) The application of a SP;

    (3) The suitability of provisions in

    the SP for incorporation into the

    hazmat regulations; and

    (4) Rulemaking activity in related

    areas.

    (b)......................... Rulemaking mandate. Issue regulations PHMSA-2013-0042 (HM- Final rule due by

    to incorporate into the hazmat 233F). 10/01/2015.

    regulations any SPs identified in

    the initial review and analysis that

    PHMSA determines are appropriate for

    incorporation based on the review

    factors.

    (c)......................... Ongoing review and analysis of SPs. Continuous future Review and

    Not later than 1 year after the date rulemaking actions analysis due by

    on which a SP has been in continuous on a yearly basis. 10/01/2015 and to

    effect for a 10-year period, PHMSA be completed on

    shall conduct a review and analysis an annual basis.

    of that SP to determine whether it

    may be converted into the hazmat

    regulations. Factors to consider:

    (1) The safety record of hazmat

    transported under the SP;

    (2) The application of a SP;

    (3) The suitability of provisions in

    the SP for incorporation into the

    hazmat regulations; and

    (4) Rulemaking activity in related

    areas

    (d)......................... Rulemaking mandate. After completing Continuous future Final rule or

    the review and analysis of SPs that rulemaking actions notice of no

    have been in continuous effect for a on a yearly basis. rulemaking

    10-year period, PHMSA shall either decision due by

    institute a rulemaking to 10/01/2016.

    incorporate the SP into the hazmat

    regulations or publish in the

    Federal Register its justification

    for why the SP is not appropriate

    for incorporation into the

    regulations.

    ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

  25. SP Conversion Project Methodology

    As previously stated, in the past, PHMSA has analyzed, evaluated, and adopted SPs into the HMR. In addition, PHMSA had already established an approach to adopt SPs into the HMR. However, the requirements contained in MAP-21 necessitated that PHMSA modify and formalize this approach. This section describes the SP Conversion Project (SPCP) and the methodology used to satisfy the requirements of MAP-21.

    The following table summarizes the different phases of the SPCP. Specifically, this table briefly discusses the efforts of each phase and the timeframe in which it was completed. Furthermore, this table demonstrates how the entire project was divided into the two primary stages of analysis and rulemaking. Each phase of the SPCP is described in Table 3.

    Page 5344

    Table 3--SPCP Methodology

    ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

    ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

    Phase Description of action......... Timeframe

    ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

    Analysis.......................... Phase 1: Development The SPCP Management team July 2012-January

    of Methodology. developed a methodology to 2013.

    consistently evaluate SPs, a

    system to track this

    analysis, sub-teams and sub-

    topic areas used to group

    similar SPs to be reviewed by

    the appropriate subject

    matter experts, and timelines

    and milestones.

    Phase 2: Preliminary An initial review of all SPs January 2013-April

    Analysis. was conducted. SPs were 2013.

    divided by topics and sub-

    topics and each

    transportation regulations

    specialist was assigned a

    grouping. These specialists

    reviewed each permit and made

    a determination as to an SP's

    suitability for adoption into

    the HMR based on guidance

    provided by the SPCP

    Management team.

    Phase 3: Mentor The members of the SPCP April 2013-May 2013.

    Review. Management were assigned

    topics and conducted a second

    review of the SPs deemed

    either not suitable or

    flagged for further review.

    Phase 4: Team PHMSA then established June 2013-August

    Analysis. rulemaking teams for each 2013.

    topic composed of a team

    leader, mentor, and team

    members from each PHMSA

    Division and our modal

    partners. These teams then

    conducted a second review of

    those SPs deemed suitable and

    those flagged for follow-up.

    Rulemaking........................ Phase 5: Drafting.... For SPs deemed suitable, the June 2013-September

    team drafted regulatory text 2013.

    along with preamble language

    justifying inclusion into the

    HMR. The finalized draft of

    each topic was then submitted

    to the SPCP Management team

    for final review.

    Phase 6: Consolidate Following review by the SPCP September 2013-

    Rulemaking. Management team, the topic November 2013.

    rulemakings were then

    combined into a master draft

    along with additional

    preamble language, regulatory

    analysis, and information

    collection activities.

    Phase 7: Rulemaking The master draft created was December 2013-October

    Coordination. then vetted throughout the 2014.

    agency and with our modal

    partners. In addition, the

    rulemaking was coordinated

    with the Office of the

    Secretary of Transportation

    and the Office of Management

    and Budget.

    Phase 8: Rulemaking Following concurrence from all November 2014.

    Publication. entities, PHMSA submitted

    this rulemaking to the

    Federal Register for

    publication.

    ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

    Phase 1: Development of Methodology

    As stated above, prior to the publication of MAP-21, PHMSA conducted reviews of SPs to identify widely-used and long-standing SPs with an established safety record for conversion into the HMR for broader applicability. The SPs suitable for adoption were predominantly identified by two methods: petitions for rulemaking submitted in accordance with Sec. 106.105; and through a review of the SP application by the Approvals and Permits Division staff at the time of application. Specifically, during the evaluation of a SP application, the specialist reviewing the application could ``tag'' a SP as a future candidate for adoption into the regulations. At a later date after a positive safety record had been established, the SP would be proposed for adoption in a future rulemaking. This method to adopt SPs, however, was not conducted on a defined and predictable schedule.

    After President Obama signed the MAP-21 legislation, PHMSA modified its SP conversion practices and developed an overall strategy to specifically address the aspects of the requirements of MAP-21 that were not reflected in current procedures. In an effort to address the specific requirements for SP conversion, PHMSA's Standards and Rulemaking Division created a SPCP management team. This SPCP management team developed a methodology to consistently evaluate SPs, a system to track the analysis, created rulemaking sub-teams, topics and sub-topic areas to combine similar SPs to be reviewed by the appropriate subject matter experts (SME) and teams, and established timelines and milestones.

    As MAP-21 included specific deadlines for the various aspects of the SPCP, PHMSA created an overall project timeline. This timeline was established by utilizing the Standards and Rulemaking Division's knowledge of the current rulemaking process and working backwards from the deadlines required by MAP-21. The timeline was divided into two main parts; analysis (Phases 1-4) and rulemaking drafting and coordination (Phases 5-8). Each of these portions of the timeline included specific deliverables.

    Each SP being analyzed was assigned to one of 6 topic areas. These topic areas were established to reflect the main utility and purpose of the SP. These topic areas of the SPs, an overview of each topic area, and the affected number of SP holders are displayed in Table 4.

    Table 4--Topic Overview

    ------------------------------------------------------------------------

    Holders

    Topic Overview total # in

    grouping

    ------------------------------------------------------------------------

    Cylinders--General............. The SPs pertaining to 721

    cylinders that are

    proposed to be adopted

    into the HMR in this

    NPRM provide

    exceptions to existing

    general cylinder

    requirements.

    Cylinders--NDT/Aerosols \4\.... The SPs pertaining to 396

    acoustic emission (AE)

    and ultrasonic

    examination (UE)

    testing of cylinders

    and to aerosols that

    are proposed to be

    adopted into the HMR

    in this NPRM provide

    exceptions to existing

    cylinder requirements

    specific to cylinder

    non-destructive

    testing (NDT) and

    aerosols.

    Page 5345

    Cargo Tanks/Rail Cars/Portable The SPs pertaining to 321

    Tanks. cargo tanks, rail

    cars, and portable

    tanks that are

    proposed to be adopted

    into the HMR in this

    NPRM provide

    exceptions to existing

    cargo tanks, rail

    cars, and portable

    tanks requirements.

    Operational Air/Vessel......... The SPs pertaining to 207

    operational issues for

    aircraft or vessel

    transportation that

    are proposed to be

    adopted into the HMR

    in this NPRM provide

    exceptions to existing

    requirements for

    vessel and aircraft

    shipments.

    Operational Highway/Rail/...... The SPs pertaining to 1,226

    Shipper/Other.................. operational issues for

    highway or rail

    transport, shipper

    requirements, and

    other general areas

    that are proposed to

    be adopted into the

    HMR in this NPRM

    provide exceptions to

    existing highway and

    rail operations,

    shipper, and other

    general requirements.

    Non-Bulk Packaging The SPs pertaining to 820

    Specifications/IBCs. non-bulk packagings,

    IBCs, and packaging

    specifications that

    are proposed to be

    adopted into the HMR

    in this NPRM provide

    exceptions to the

    packaging

    specification

    requirements.

    ---------------

    Total...................... ....................... 3,691

    ------------------------------------------------------------------------

    These topic areas were then used to develop teams to address each grouping of SPs. Each topic area was further broken down into sub-topic areas which reflected the specific area of transportation that the SP affected. These sub-topic areas included manufacturing, retest, and use. Breaking down the SPs into topics and sub-topics ensured that the appropriate SMEs would be reviewing SPs and allowed for more efficient delegation of the workload.

    ---------------------------------------------------------------------------

    \4\ For the purposes of this rulemaking Non-Destructive Testing (NDT) includes Ultrasonic Examination (UE) and Acoustic Emission (AE).

    ---------------------------------------------------------------------------

    As mentioned above, teams were established based on topic areas to handle Phase 3 (Team Analysis) and Phase 4 (Drafting) of the SPCP. Teams were comprised of the appropriate SMEs from the Standards and Rulemaking Division, the Engineering and Research Division, the Approvals and Permits Division, Field Operations, the Program Development Division, the Office of Chief Counsel and our modal partners, the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), the United States Coast Guard (USCG), the Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) and the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA). In addition, each team was assigned a team lead and a team mentor from the SPCP Management team. The teams met on a frequent basis throughout Phase 3 and Phase 4 to discuss progress on their assignments and to pinpoint and resolve issues with the SP conversion.

    Throughout every phase of the SPCP, the status of all currently active SPs was tracked in a database designed specifically for this project. This database detailed the specialist and team assigned to the review of the SP, the current status of the SP and the code \5\ it was assigned following completion of the review. This database also tracked the completion of the drafting of regulatory text for any given SP and provided a brief summary of the SP. In addition, the SPCP Management team closely monitored timelines and milestones in a database specifically tailored to the SPCP.

    ---------------------------------------------------------------------------

    \5\ Each SP was assigned a code that represented a rationale for the SP being suitable or not suitable for adoption into the HMR. These codes were based on PHMSA's factors for suitability combined with the rationales provided in MAP-21.

    ---------------------------------------------------------------------------

    Phase 2: Preliminary Analysis

    MAP-21 specifically mandated PHMSA issue regulations to adopt into the HMR any SPs that had been in continuous effect for a 10-year period and that PHMSA determined through its analysis are appropriate for adoption based on the review factors. While MAP-21 limited this analysis and review to SPs with a lifespan of greater than 10 years, PHMSA decided that an initial review of all active SPs would provide a greater benefit. A complete review of all SPs was conducted because many of the SPs are interconnected and interrelated. For example, some SPs are very similar with only minor differences between them and the inclusion of one SP may justify the inclusion of other similar SPs. In addition, PHMSA did not want to automatically disqualify a SP from consideration just because the SP was not in effect for 10 years. A SP may be extensively used and have an established history of safe use even if it is less than 10 years old. As MAP-21 also requires the periodic review of SPs over 10 years of age, PHMSA rationalized that a larger initial review would considerably streamline and limit the number of SPs to be evaluated in future reviews.

    In January 2013, PHMSA began a systematic review of 1,168 existing SPs utilizing the criteria required by the MAP-21 legislation to determine suitability for adoption into the HMR. Transportation Regulations Specialists within the Standards and Rulemaking Division were assigned groupings of SPs. Each specialist was given instructions on how to uniformly and consistently review a SP. For the groups of SPs assigned, each specialist was instructed to:

    Provide a brief summary of each SP;

    Identify the key/other regulatory sections of the HMR affected;

    Make a determination on the suitability for adoption (Guidance was provided on assigning each SP a code relating to its suitability. These codes are discussed in further detail later in this document);

    Assign the SP to a topic area;

    Provide rationale for their findings; and

    Account for any recordkeeping issue that they faced.

    Specialists then reviewed the SPs and, based on the guidance developed by the SPCP management team, they made a determination of which code the SP would be assigned (See Table 5). If specialists had doubts or concerns about any particular SP, they would assign a proposed code and flag the SP in the tracking database for second level mentor review in Phase 3.

    In April 2013, the preliminary analysis was completed with roughly 300 SPs deemed suitable for adoption. In addition, approximately 185 SPs were flagged for second level review by the SPCP management team in Phase 3.

    Page 5346

    Phase 3: Mentor Review: Review of SPs Flagged and Not Suitable

    From April through May 2013, the rulemaking mentors for each topic team conducted a second review of all SPs deemed not suitable for adopting into the HMR (roughly 690 SPs) and those tagged for further review in the Phase 2 review (185 SPs). Specifically, the mentors divided the SPs in need of further review among themselves, evaluated each permit against the requirements of MAP-21, and made a determination on the SP when possible. If the mentors were unable to make a determination, the SP remained flagged and the SP topic team would make a group determination in Phase 4.

    Phase 4: Team Analysis

    PHMSA then utilized six rulemaking teams, one for each topic area. As previously stated, each team was composed of a team leader, mentor, and team members from each PHMSA Division and our modal partners (FAA, USCG, FRA and FMCSA). Team leaders were tasked with the overall completion of the topic and the distribution of work assignments. Mentors were charged with reviewing the teams' data, and providing edits to ensure the 6 topics were cohesive and would form a complete and understandable NPRM. The team leaders and mentors of each topic area were members of the Standards and Rulemaking Division. Each topic area was handled as if it were its own rulemaking project.

    While each team leader approached the team analysis phase in their own manner, the team members were utilized consistently throughout the SPCP, regardless of project. For example, modal partners focused on aspects of proposed SPs specific to their mode of transportation or aspects of SPs that could have wider implications in their mode. Team members from the Standards and Rulemaking Division primarily drafted the regulatory text and rulemaking preamble language. The Engineering and Research Division focused primarily on the technical aspects of each SP, the evaluation and development of regulatory text, and the technical implications of the introduction of new technologies that a SP may provide. The Approvals and Permits Division focused primarily on the history of each SP, the evaluation and development of regulatory text and the suitability determinations of the SPs. PHMSA Field Operations provided a review of enforcement actions of the SPs that were deemed suitable and assisted in the incident data research of each SP. The Program Development Division assisted in the review of the incident data research of the SPs and the evaluation of the cost and benefit data for the SPs that were deemed suitable. Finally, the Office of Chief Counsel primarily dealt with the editing of regulatory text and rulemaking preamble language as well as providing assistance in completing the regulatory analysis.

    Each topic team tracked its status in a database, specifically noting when regulatory text was completed. The teams also used this database to record information to be included in the preamble explanations for each SP. For the SPCP, all draft regulatory text was completed in September 2013, at which point the team mentors provided edits and worked with each team to formulate a final version of each topic. In addition, each team provided a completed document containing lists of all suitable SPs, all non-suitable SPs, and the assigned codes to explain why the non-suitable SPs would not be included.

    Phase 5-8: Rulemaking: Drafting, Consolidation, Coordination, and Publication

    As the final phase, PHMSA consolidated its analyses and conclusions, evaluated compliance with statutory requirements and governmental policies and procedures applicable to the regulatory process, and prepared this NPRM to address each topic area. These requirements include Executive Orders, Office of Management and Budget (OMB) Bulletins, DOT orders and procedures, the Administrative Procedures Act, and others. PHMSA uses a common process to identify, develop, track, prioritize, and implement regulatory changes in line with applicable DOT and Federal government policies and procedures. The Standards and Rulemaking Division has a Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) in place which is intended to outline and serve as a reference for persons engaged in the regulatory process and to ensure that all applicable requirements are met. This rulemaking was completed, as with all rulemakings, using this SOP.

    For this rulemaking, due to the comprehensive nature of the project, it was broken down into topics with teams assigned to each topic. Each topic area was then handled as if it were its own rulemaking project. While Phases 1-4 represented the analysis portion of this project, Phases 5-8 encompassed the rulemaking portion. Following the completion of the team analysis in Phase 4, team mentors edited and compiled the topics into one master document.

    Future Reviews

    As required by MAP-21, PHMSA plans to conduct annual reviews of SPs which have been in effect for more than 10 years. These reviews and analysis of SPs will use the same methodology and tools as those used in this rulemaking. PHMSA anticipates future analysis and review will be streamlined due to the reduced number of SPs to be evaluated and the experience gained through this evaluation.

    In addition, PHMSA is considering modifications to the manner in which it writes new SPs in order to more accurately reflect how the HMR is written. In this NPRM, PHMSA is requesting comments as it considers a future proposal to require an applicant to provide potential regulatory text when submitting an application for a SP in order to facilitate adoption of SPs into the HMR.

  26. Petitions for Rulemaking

    PHMSA also considered several petitions for rulemaking submitted in accordance with Sec. 106.105 that may impact SPs reviewed in this rulemaking. These petitions are discussed below.

    P-1607

    The Council on the Safe Transportation of Hazardous Articles (COSTHA) submitted a petition for rulemaking under P-1607 to adopt the provisions of DOT SP-11458 that authorizes display packs of consumer commodity packages that exceed the 30 kg gross weight limitation. This petition has been accepted by PHMSA and is being proposed in this rulemaking. See the discussions in Sec. Sec. 171.8 and 173.56 under the ``Operational Highway/Rail/Shipper/Other'' heading of this rulemaking.

    P-1608

    The Truck Trailer Manufacturers Association (TTMA) submitted a petition for rulemaking under P-1608 to adopt the provisions of DOT SP-

    11903 into the HMR. This petition requests that PHMSA propose to adopt standards for the construction and use of Fiber Reinforced Plastic (FRP) Cargo Tanks. Currently, these tanks are constructed under DOT-SP 11903 and used under party status in DOT SP-9166. In addition to DOT SP-11903 and DOT SP-9166, there are other SPs that address these standards. PHMSA is not proposing to adopt these SPs at this time as there is not a uniform standard for FRP Cargo Tanks ready for adoption. However, PHMSA is working to develop a uniform standard for FRP cargo tanks and will address this issue in a future rulemaking.

    Page 5347

    P-1610

    COSTHA submitted a petition for rulemaking under P-1610 to adopt the provisions of DOT-SP 11110 into the HMR. This SP authorizes cargo aircraft operators to load division 1.4S and Class 8, PG III materials in inaccessible cargo locations in excess of the limitations specified in Sec. 175.75(c). This petition has been accepted by PHMSA for consideration in a future rulemaking. However, at this time PHMSA is not proposing to adopt this SP because of concern that more time is needed to research the potential impact of changes to Sec. 175.75 and to coordinate this review with the appropriate parties, including our modal partners.

    P-1611

    COSTHA submitted a petition for rulemaking under P-1611 to adopt the provisions of DOT-SP 11470 into the HMR. This SP authorizes the transportation in commerce of shrink-wrapped pallets containing boxes of waste ORM-D materials with the word ``WASTE'' marked on the outside of the pallet instead of the individual box. This petition has been accepted by PHMSA and is being proposed in this rulemaking. See the discussion in Sec. 173.12 under the ``Operational Highway/Rail/

    Shipper/Other'' heading of this rulemaking.

  27. SP Evaluation Results

    PHMSA is committed to the SP adoption process established by Congress in MAP-21. To ensure that the changes made under this action are as efficient and effective as possible, PHMSA solicits input from its stakeholders. We have used several tables throughout this rulemaking to clearly identify SPs that are suitable for adoption and those that have been deemed not suitable. As required by MAP-21 the initial review and analysis of SPs considered the following factors:

    The safety record of hazardous materials transported under the SP;

    The application of a SP;

    The suitability of provisions in the SP for adoption into the HMR; and

    Rulemaking activity in related areas.

    Based on these factors, the SPCP team developed and assigned codes to each SP being reviewed. These codes represent the rationale for adopting or not adopting a SP into the regulations. Table 5 explains each code.

    Table 5--SPCP Code Key

    ------------------------------------------------------------------------

    Code Title Explanation

    ------------------------------------------------------------------------

    Code 1........................ Suitable for SPs suitable for

    Adoption. adoption.

    Code 2........................ Not Suitable for SPs not suitable

    Adoption: The because of the

    application of manner in which

    the SP. applied. Because the

    purpose of the MAP-

    21 directive was to

    reduce need for SPs

    where widely-used,

    many of these SPs

    were not considered

    suitable for

    adoption because of

    their application;

    i.e., they were not

    widely-used, were

    too technical in

    nature, or were too

    specific to a SP

    holder. This Code

    was applied to both

    single and multiple

    holders of SPs.

    Code 3........................ Not Suitable for SPs not suitable for

    Adoption: The adoption because of

    suitability of the lack of broad

    the provision in applicability.

    the SP for Similar to Code 2,

    adoption into many of these SPs

    the HMR. were not considered

    suitable for

    adoption because of

    the specificity of

    the SP. The terms of

    these SPs often

    included an

    inability to provide

    the same exception

    in a broad manner

    applicable to

    certain geographical

    locations or safety

    controls. This Code

    was also applied to

    both single and

    multiple holders of

    SPs.

    Code 4........................ Not Suitable for SPs being addressed

    Adoption: in other

    Rulemaking rulemakings.

    activity in

    related areas.

    Code 5........................ Already adopted SPs already adopted

    or otherwise or authorizations

    covered under already specified in

    current the current HMR. For

    regulations. example, these SPs

    will be terminated

    as they are no

    longer necessary

    since the provisions

    contained within

    have already been

    adopted or have been

    covered under

    current regulations.

    ------------------------------------------------------------------------

    Evaluation Summary

    After completion of the evaluation segment of the SPCP, PHMSA identified 98 currently-active SPs that were suitable to be proposed for adoption in this rulemaking action. The SPCP evaluated 1,168 permits that represented 3,691 holders of SPs that were active on January 1, 2013. The adoption of these 98 SPs would impact 728 SP holders, as shown in Table 6. If the SPs proposed for adoption into the HMR in this rulemaking were to be adopted in a final rule, there would be an approximate 8% reduction in the number of SPs and approximate 20% reduction in the number of holders of SPs. PHMSA anticipates the final number of SPs adopted in the final rule may vary from this original number based on input from public comments received in response to this rulemaking and ongoing SP activity.

    Table 6--SPCP Impact

    ------------------------------------------------------------------------

    SPs Holders

    ------------------------------------------------------------------------

    SPs Proposed for Adoption in this 98 728

    Rulemaking Action......................

    Total Number Evaluated.................. 1,168 3,691

    Percent Reduction....................... 8.39% 19.72%

    ------------------------------------------------------------------------

    When combined with previous regulatory efforts to adopt SPs into the HMR, the impact is increased to 192 total SPs adopted since 2008, affecting 14,675 holders of SPs, as shown in Table 7.

    Page 5348

    Table 7--SPs Adopted and Affected Holders

    ------------------------------------------------------------------------

    SPs Holders

    ------------------------------------------------------------------------

    SPs Eliminated in Previous Rulemaking 94 13,947

    actions since 2008.....................

    SPs Proposed for Adoption in this 98 728

    Rulemaking Action......................

    -------------------------------

    Total............................... 192 14,675

    ------------------------------------------------------------------------

    After this initial review of all SPs, PHMSA plans to annually review SPs that have been in effect for more than 10 years. PHMSA's ongoing review and analysis of SPs will use the same methodology and tools as in this rulemaking. PHMSA anticipates future analysis and review will be streamlined due to the reduced number of SPs to be evaluated and the experience gained through this evaluation.

    Suitable for Adoption

    The analysis phase of the SPCP identified 98 SPs (728 holders of SPs) that were deemed suitable for adoption. Table 8 summarizes the SPs deemed suitable, their assigned topic area, a summary of the permit, and the number of holders of SPs. All suitable SPs were deemed to be Code 1.

    Table 8--SPs Suitable for Proposed Adoption

    ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

    Permit No. Category Summary Holders

    ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

    Cylinders General

    ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

    SP6530.......................... Cylinders General......... Authorizes transportation in commerce 26

    of hydrogen and mixtures of hydrogen

    with helium, argon or nitrogen, in

    certain cylinders filled to 110% of

    their marked service pressures.

    SP8074.......................... Cylinders General......... Authorizes transportation in commerce 5

    of certain flammable and non-

    flammable gases in DOT specification

    3E cylinders measuring 2 inches in

    diameter by 12 inches long without a

    safety relief device.

    SP12084......................... Cylinders General......... Authorizes use of certain DOT 1

    specification 4B, 4BA, or 4BW

    cylinders, which are protected

    externally by a suitable corrosion-

    resistant coating (such as

    galvanizing or painting), for

    transportation in commerce of

    certain gases when retested and

    marked in accordance with the

    requirements specified in Sec.

    180.209(e). In lieu of a 5 year

    periodic hydrostatic test, or

    testing in accordance with Sec.

    173.213(c)(2), the prescribed

    cylinders may be retested and marked

    in accordance with Sec.

    180.209(e).

    SP12301......................... Cylinders General......... Authorizes transportation in commerce 8

    of chloropicrin and methyl bromide

    mixtures in a DOT specification 4BW

    cylinder having a capacity greater

    than that specified in Sec.

    173.193(b).

    SP12782......................... Cylinders General......... Authorizes transportation in commerce 5

    of certain DOT specification

    cylinders, containing Divisions 2.1,

    2.2 or 2.3 materials, equipped with

    plastic valve protection caps.

    SP13318......................... Cylinders General......... Authorizes transportation in commerce 2

    of DOT specification 39 cylinders of

    75 cubic inches or less volume,

    except as specified, for

    transportation in commerce of

    certain hazardous materials.

    SP13544......................... Cylinders General......... Authorizes transportation in commerce 1

    of DOT specification 4BA240

    cylinders containing liquefied

    petroleum gas (LPG) and/or residue

    of LPG without hazard warning labels

    when transported in a closed

    transport vehicle that is placarded.

    SP13599......................... Cylinders General......... Authorizes transportation in commerce 1

    of certain Division 2.2 materials in

    certain DOT specification seamless

    steel cylinders.

    SP14251......................... Cylinders General......... Authorizes transportation in commerce 6

    of overpacked cylinders containing

    Class 2 materials with CGA C-7 neck

    ring labels in lieu of the standard

    label.

    SP14419......................... Cylinders General......... Authorizes transportation in commerce 3

    of pyrophoric liquid n.o.s. in DOT

    specification 3AL cylinders that are

    not authorized for that material.

    SP14937......................... Cylinders General......... Authorizes transportation in commerce 1

    of certain cylinders that have

    requalification markings on a label

    embedded in epoxy in lieu of

    stamping for the transportation of

    various refrigerant gases.

    ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

    Cylinders--NDT/Aerosols

    ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

    SP7951.......................... Cylinders--NDT/Aerosols... Authorizes transportation in commerce 5

    of certain aerosols containing

    Division 2.2 materials, with a

    charge pressure not exceeding 150

    psig at 75 degF when shipped in a

    refrigerated state.

    SP8786.......................... Cylinders--NDT/Aerosols... Authorizes transportation in commerce 6

    of limited quantities of compressed

    gases, Division 2.2, in accumulators

    which deviate from the required

    retest parameters.

    SP11296......................... Cylinders--NDT/Aerosols... Authorizes transportation in commerce 128

    of certain waste aerosol cans

    containing flammable gas

    propellants, including isobutane and

    propane, overpacked in a UN1A2 steel

    drum or a UN1H2 plastic drum for

    disposal.

    Page 5349

    SP12573......................... Cylinders--NDT/Aerosols... Authorizes manufacture, marking, sale 1

    and use of a non-refillable, non-DOT

    specification inside metal container

    conforming with regulations

    applicable to DOT specification 2Q,

    for transportation in commerce of

    certain hazardous materials.

    SP12995......................... Cylinders--NDT/Aerosols... Authorizes transportation in commerce 1

    of certain DOT 2Q specification, non-

    refillable containers containing

    polyurethane foam or foam components

    that will be tested by other means

    in lieu of subjecting each container

    to a hot water bath.

    SP13581......................... Cylinders--NDT/Aerosols... Authorizes transportation in commerce 1

    of insecticide aerosol fogger in non-

    DOT specification non-refillable

    inside containers.

    SP13601......................... Cylinders--NDT/Aerosols... Authorizes manufacture, marking, sale 1

    and use of non-DOT specification

    containers for transportation in

    commerce of certain non-flammable

    aerosols containing foodstuffs at

    pressures exceeding those

    authorized.

    SP14429......................... Cylinders--NDT/Aerosols... Authorizes transportation in commerce 2

    of a DOT specification 2P non-

    refillable aluminum in-side

    container which has been leakage

    tested by an automated in-line

    pressure check in lieu of the hot

    water bath specified in the HMR.

    SP14440......................... Cylinders--NDT/Aerosols... Authorizes transportation in commerce 1

    of Division 2.1 aerosols in certain

    non-refillable containers which have

    been tested by an alternative method

    in lieu of the hot water bath test.

    SP14503......................... Cylinders--NDT/Aerosols... Authorizes transportation in commerce 1

    of aerosol foodstuffs in a non-

    refillable metal container similar

    to DOT specification 2P and 2Q.

    SP14544......................... Cylinders--NDT/Aerosols... Authorizes transportation in commerce 1

    of Division 2.1 and 2.2 hazardous

    materials in certain non-DOT

    specification and DOT specification

    non-refillable aerosol containers

    which have been tested by an

    alternative method in lieu of the

    hot water bath test.

    SP14623......................... Cylinders--NDT/Aerosols... Authorizes manufacture, marking, 1

    sale, and use of a bag-on-valve, non-

    refillable, aerosol container which

    has been tested by an alternative

    method in lieu of the hot water bath

    test. In lieu of the hot water bath,

    each container must be subject to an

    automated pressure test on the line.

    SP14625......................... Cylinders--NDT/Aerosols... Authorizes transportation in commerce 1

    of aerosols in certain non-

    refillable containers which have

    been tested by an alternative method

    in lieu of the hot water bath test.

    In lieu of the hot water bath, each

    container will be subject to an

    automated pressure test on the line.

    SP14627......................... Cylinders--NDT/Aerosols... Authorizes transportation in commerce 1

    of aerosols in certain non-

    refillable containers which have

    been tested by an alternative method

    in lieu of the hot water bath test.

    In lieu of the hot water bath, each

    container must be subject to an

    automated pressure test on the line.

    SP14723......................... Cylinders--NDT/Aerosols... Authorizes transportation in commerce 1

    of aerosols containing a Division

    2.2 compressed gas in certain non-

    refillable aerosol containers which

    are not subject to the hot water

    bath test.

    SP14724......................... Cylinders--NDT/Aerosols... Authorizes transportation in commerce 1

    of an aerosol in certain non-

    refillable containers which have

    been tested by an alternative method

    in lieu of the hot water bath test.

    In lieu of the hot water bath, each

    container will be subject to an

    automated in-line pressure test.

    SP14786......................... Cylinders--NDT/Aerosols... Authorizes transportation in commerce 1

    of DOT specification 2P and 2Q

    aluminum non-refillable inside

    containers which are leak tested by

    an automated in-line pressure check

    in lieu of the hot water bath

    specified in the HMR.

    SP14842......................... Cylinders--NDT/Aerosols... Authorizes transportation in commerce 1

    of consumer commodity (pressurized

    by nitrogen, compressed) and

    aerosols, non-flammable, (each not

    exceeding 1 L capacity) in DOT

    specification 2P non-refillable

    aluminum inside containers which

    have been tested by an alternative

    method in lieu of the hot water bath

    test. In lieu of the hot water bath,

    each container will be subject to an

    automated pressure test on the line.

    SP14887......................... Cylinders--NDT/Aerosols... Authorizes transportation of aerosols 2

    and consumer commodities in commerce

    of DOT specification 2P and 2Q metal

    non-refillable inside containers and

    non-DOT specification metal inside

    containers which are leak tested by

    an automated in-line pressure check

    in lieu of the hot water bath

    specified in the HMR.

    SP14953......................... Cylinders--NDT/Aerosols... Authorizes transportation in commerce 1

    of DOT specification 2Q non-

    refillable aluminum inside

    containers which have been leakage

    tested by an 100% automated in-line

    pressure check in lieu of the hot

    water bath test.

    SP15135......................... Cylinders--NDT/Aerosols... Authorizes transportation in commerce 1

    of certain DOT 2P non-refillable

    metal containers (containing a

    laminate bag on valve system) which

    are leak tested by an automated in-

    line pressure check in lieu of the

    required hot water bath test.

    SP15265......................... Cylinders--NDT/Aerosols... Authorizes manufacture, mark, sale 1

    and use of non-DOT specification bag-

    on-valve spray packaging similar to

    an aerosol container without

    requiring the hot water bath test

    conforming with all regulations

    applicable to a DOT specification 2P

    or 2Q, except as specified herein,

    for the transportation in commerce

    of certain hazardous materials.

    Page 5350

    SP15427......................... Cylinders--NDT/Aerosols... Authorizes manufacture, mark, sale 2

    and use of non-refillable inside

    containers which are leak tested by

    an automated in-line pressure check

    in lieu of the hot water bath

    specified in the HMR.

    SP15792......................... Cylinders--NDT/Aerosols... Authorizes transportation in commerce 1

    of DOT specification 2P non-

    refillable aluminum inside

    containers which have been tested by

    an alternative method in lieu of the

    hot water bath test. In lieu of the

    hot water bath, each container will

    be subject to an automated pressure

    test on the line.

    ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

    Cargo Tanks/Rail Cars/Portable Tanks

    ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

    SP12039......................... Cargo Tanks/ Rail Cars/ Authorizes transportation in commerce 3

    Portable Tanks. of DOT 113C120W tank cars containing

    ethylene, refrigerated liquid, at an

    internal pressure of 20 psig instead

    of the maximum 10 psig.

    SP12576......................... Cargo Tanks/Rail Cars/ Authorizes manufacture, marking, sale 1

    Portable Tanks. and use of non-DOT specification

    tanks conforming with all

    regulations applicable to a DOT

    specification MC 331 cargo tank,

    except as specified, for

    transportation in commerce of

    certain hazardous materials.

    ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

    Operational Air/Vessel

    ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

    SP11150......................... Operational Air/Vessel.... Authorizes transportation in commerce 1

    of liquefied petroleum gas in DOT

    specification cylinders, secured to

    transport vehicles on passenger

    ferry vessels.

    SP11691......................... Operational Air/Vessel.... Authorizes transportation in commerce 10

    of certain flammable and corrosive

    liquids, which are the ingredients

    of soft drinks (beverages), not

    subject to the segregation

    requirements for vessel stowage when

    shipped in the same transport unit.

    SP13213......................... Operational Air/Vessel.... Authorizes stowage aboard passenger 1

    ferry vessels of private motor

    vehicles such as recreational

    vehicles, with attached cylinders of

    liquefied petroleum gas in addition

    to extra containers of gasoline

    (including camp stove or lantern

    fuel) and portable cylinders of

    liquefied petroleum gas.

    SP14458......................... Operational Air/Vessel.... Authorizes private motor vehicles 1

    such as recreational vehicles, with

    attached cylinders of liquefied

    petroleum gas in addition to extra

    containers of gasoline (including

    camp stove or lantern fuel) and

    portable cylinders of liquefied

    petroleum gas to be stowed aboard

    passenger ferry vessels.

    ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

    Operational Highway/Rail/Shipper/Other

    ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

    SP4850.......................... Operational Highway/Rail/ Authorizes transportation in commerce 7

    Shipper/Other. by motor vehicle, rail freight,

    cargo vessel, and cargo aircraft of

    limited quantities of certain

    approved explosive articles (UN0237,

    charges, shaped, flexible, linear;

    and UN0104, cord, detonating, mild

    effect or fuse, detonating, mild

    effect metal clad) re-classed as

    Division 1.4D in prescribed

    packagings, subject to certain

    special provisions.

    SP7991.......................... Operational Highway/Rail/ Authorizes transportation in commerce 37

    Shipper/Other. of railroad flagging kits of

    specified construction, containing

    certain Class 1.4 and 4.1 materials,

    not subject to the HMR.

    SP8006.......................... Operational Highway/Rail/ Authorizes certain articles, 3

    Shipper/Other. explosive, n.o.s., Division 1.4 (toy

    caps) to be offered for

    transportation in commerce without

    labels.

    SP9610.......................... Operational Highway/Rail/ Authorizes transportation in commerce 11

    Shipper/Other. of certain empty packagings

    containing residues of Class 1

    smokeless powders without complete

    shipping papers and placarding.

    SP9874.......................... Operational Highway/Rail/ Authorizes use of video cameras and 1

    Shipper/Other. monitors or instrumentation and

    signaling systems such as sensors,

    alarms, and electronic surveillance

    equipment, to observe the loading

    and/or unloading operations of

    hazardous materials from production

    control centers in lieu of personnel

    remaining within 25 feet of the

    cargo tanks.

    SP10597......................... Operational Highway/Rail/ Authorizes manufacture, marking and 1

    Shipper/Other. sale of temperature controlled

    equipment for use in motor vehicles

    engaged in transportation in

    commerce of Class 3 liquids or

    Division 2.1 gases.

    SP10705......................... Operational Highway/Rail/ Authorizes transportation in commerce 2

    Shipper/Other. of packages containing acrolein,

    stabilized, Division 6.1, to be

    exempted from the segregation

    requirements, when shipped by

    highway.

    SP10803......................... Operational Highway/Rail/ Authorizes manufacture, marking, sale 1

    Shipper/Other. and use of temperature controlled

    equipment for use in motor vehicles

    engaged in transportation of Class 3

    and Class 2.1 materials.

    SP10882......................... Operational Highway/Rail/ Authorizes manufacture, marking, sale 1

    Shipper/Other. and use of temperature controlled

    equipment for use in motor vehicles

    engaged in transportation of Class 3

    and Class 2.1 materials.

    SP11043......................... Operational Highway/Rail/ Authorizes transportation in commerce 79

    Shipper/Other. of Division 2.3 materials on the

    same transport vehicle with

    materials classed as Division 2.1,

    Class 3, Class 4, Class 5, and Class

    8.

    Page 5351

    SP11055......................... Operational Highway/Rail/ Authorizes transportation in commerce 8

    Shipper/Other. of certain hazardous materials that

    meet the criteria for Division 6.1,

    PG I, Hazard Zone A in combination

    packages and provides relief from

    the segregation requirements.

    SP11078......................... Operational Highway/Rail/ Authorizes transportation in commerce 2

    Shipper/Other. of certain nickel-cadmium batteries

    each containing no more than 10 ml

    of liquid potassium hydroxide, a

    Class 8 material, as not subject to

    the HMR.

    SP11151......................... Operational Highway/Rail/ Authorizes transportation in commerce 1

    Shipper/Other. of combination packages containing

    hazardous wastes that are poisonous

    by inhalation, Division 6.1, PG I,

    Hazard Zone A, in the same transport

    vehicle with packages containing

    hazardous materials assigned to

    Class 3, Class 8 or Divisions 4.1,

    4.2, 4.3, 5.1, 5.2.

    SP11197......................... Operational Highway/Rail/ Authorizes transportation in commerce 3

    Shipper/Other. by private carrier of restricted

    quantities of hazardous materials

    that are authorized for exception in

    column 8A of the HMT, excluding

    Class 1, Class 7 and Divisions 6.1

    and 6.2.

    SP11202......................... Operational Highway/Rail/ Authorizes transportation in commerce 1

    Shipper/Other. of certain hazardous materials

    across a public road, from one part

    of a plant to another, as

    essentially not subject to parts 172

    and 173.

    SP11352......................... Operational Highway/Rail/ Authorizes transportation in commerce 3

    Shipper/Other. of certain Class 3, Class 8 and

    Class 9 hazardous materials across a

    public road, from one part of a

    plant to another, as essentially not

    subject to the hazard communication

    requirements of part 172.

    SP11356......................... Operational Highway/Rail/ Authorizes reassignment of certain 3

    Shipper/Other. high viscosity flammable liquids

    from Packing Group II to Packing

    Group III for packagings with a

    capacity greater than 30L.

    SP11373......................... Operational Highway/Rail/ Authorizes transportation in commerce 29

    Shipper/Other. of Division 4.2 (self-heating)

    materials in packing group II or III

    on the same transport vehicle with

    Class 8 liquids when the materials

    are appropriately separated.

    SP11458......................... Operational Highway/Rail/ Authorizes transportation in commerce 16

    Shipper/Other. of display packs of consumer

    commodity packages or limited

    quantities packages that exceed the

    30 kg gross weight limit.

    SP11470......................... Operational Highway/Rail/ Authorizes transportation in commerce 34

    Shipper/Other. of shrink wrapped pallets containing

    boxes of waste ORM-D materials with

    the word ``WASTE'' marked on the

    outside of the pallet instead of on

    each individual box.

    SP11666......................... Operational Highway/Rail/ Authorizes transportation in commerce 13

    Shipper/Other. of green graphite products on open

    flat-bed truck trailers, rail flat

    cars, intermodal freight containers,

    and when unitized by banding to

    wooden runners or pallets.

    SP11811......................... Operational Highway/Rail/ Authorizes transportation in commerce 4

    Shipper/Other. of various household wastes without

    having the quantity and unit

    measurement shown on the shipping

    paper during local pick-up

    operations.

    SP11984......................... Operational Highway/Rail/ Authorizes transportation in commerce 17

    Shipper/Other. of certain unapproved chemical

    oxygen generators with only one

    positive means of preventing

    unintentional actuation of the

    generator and without the required

    approval number marked on the

    outside of the package.

    SP12002......................... Operational Highway/Rail/ Authorizes unloading of tank cars 1

    Shipper/Other. containing Class 3 materials

    utilizing an alternate procedure to

    remove frozen liquid from bottom

    outlet valves.

    SP12207......................... Operational Highway/Rail/ Authorizes transportation in commerce 1

    Shipper/Other. of certain hazardous materials

    across a public road, from one part

    of a plant to another.

    SP12306......................... Operational Highway/Rail/ Authorizes transportation in commerce 1

    Shipper/Other. of certain hazardous materials

    across a public road, from a storage

    yard to a main plant, as not subject

    to the shipping paper and placarding

    requirements of the HMR.

    SP13165......................... Operational Highway/Rail/ Authorizes transportation in commerce 1

    Shipper/Other. of certain hazardous materials

    across public roads between company

    facilities, not subject to the

    shipping paper requirements of the

    HMR.

    SP13190......................... Operational Highway/Rail/ Authorizes use of video cameras and 1

    Shipper/Other. monitors to observe the loading

    operations of anhydrous ammonia from

    a remote control station in place of

    personnel remaining within 7.62

    meters (25 feet) of cargo tank motor

    vehicles.

    SP13199......................... Operational Highway/Rail/ Authorizes transportation in commerce 1

    Shipper/Other. of reconditioned (``used'')

    refrigeration units under the

    provisions of Sec. 173.306(e).

    SP13343......................... Operational Highway/Rail/ Authorizes transportation in commerce 1

    Shipper/Other. of certain wetted Division 1.1D

    explosive substances in heated cargo

    vehicles when they would likely

    freeze during transport.

    SP13424......................... Operational Highway/Rail/ Authorizes use of video cameras and 2

    Shipper/Other. monitors to observe the loading and

    unloading operations of various

    hazardous materials from a remote

    control station in place of

    personnel remaining within 7.62

    meters (25 feet) of cargo tank motor

    vehicles.

    SP13484......................... Operational Highway/Rail/ Authorizes DOT specification MC 330, 2

    Shipper/Other. MC 331 and MC 338 cargo tank motor

    vehicles to be loaded with certain

    Division 2.2 liquefied gases using

    specially designed hoses in lieu of

    full time attendance by a qualified

    person during loading operations.

    Page 5352

    SP13959......................... Operational Highway/Rail/ Authorizes use of a video camera and 1

    Shipper/Other. monitor to observe the loading

    incidental to movement or unloading

    incidental to movement of anhydrous

    ammonia from a remote control room

    in place of personnel remaining

    within 25 feet of the cargo tank

    motor vehicle.

    SP14141......................... Operational Highway/Rail/ Authorizes use of video cameras and 1

    Shipper/Other. monitors to observe the loading

    incidental to movement or unloading

    incidental to movement of certain

    Class 3, 8, and 9 materials in place

    of personnel remaining within 25

    feet of a cargo tank motor vehicle.

    SP14150......................... Operational Highway/Rail/ Authorizes use of video cameras and 1

    Shipper/Other. monitors to observe the loading and

    unloading operations of certain

    Class 3 and Class 8 hazardous

    materials from a remote control

    station in place of personnel

    remaining within 7.62 meters (25

    feet) of cargo tank motor vehicles.

    SP14335......................... Operational Highway/Rail/ Authorizes transportation in commerce 3

    Shipper/Other. of Division 2.3 Zone A materials on

    the same motor vehicle with DOT

    specification packagings containing

    the residues of Divisions 2.1, 2.3,

    4.3, 5.1, and Classes 3 and 8

    materials.

    SP14447......................... Operational Highway/Rail/ Authorizes DOT specification cargo 1

    Shipper/Other. tank motor vehicles containing

    certain Division 2.2; 5.1; and 6.1;

    Class 3 and 8 hazardous materials to

    be loaded/unloaded using specially

    designed hoses in lieu being

    attended by a qualified person

    during loading and unloading

    operations.

    SP14525......................... Operational Highway/Rail/ Authorizes transportation in commerce 2

    Shipper/Other. of certain used diatomaceus earth

    filter material not subject to the

    HMR, except for shipping papers and

    certain marking requirements.

    SP14618......................... Operational Highway/Rail/ Authorizes manufacture, marking, 1

    Shipper/Other. sale, and use of temperature

    controlled equipment for use in

    motor vehicles engaged in the

    transportation in commerce of Class

    3 liquids or Division 2.1 gases.

    SP14680......................... Operational Highway/Rail/ Authorizes use of video cameras and 2

    Shipper/Other. monitors to observe the loading

    incidental to movement or unloading

    incidental to movement of spent

    sulfuric acid in place of personnel

    remaining within 25 feet of a cargo

    tank motor vehicle.

    SP14726......................... Operational Highway/Rail/ Authorizes manufacture, marking, 1

    Shipper/Other. sale, and use of temperature

    controlled equipment for use in

    motor vehicle transportation of

    Class 3 and Division 2.1 materials.

    SP14822......................... Operational Highway/Rail/ Authorizes use of video cameras and 1

    Shipper/Other. monitors or instrumentation and

    signaling systems such as sensors,

    alarms, and electronic surveillance

    equipment, to observe the loading

    and unloading operations of

    hazardous materials from production

    control centers in lieu of personnel

    remaining within 25 feet of the

    cargo tanks.

    SP14827......................... Operational Highway/Rail/ Authorizes use of video cameras and 1

    Shipper/Other. monitors to observe the loading

    incidental to movement or unloading

    incidental to movement of certain

    corrosive materials in place of

    personnel remaining within 25 feet

    of a cargo tank motor vehicle.

    SP14840......................... Operational Highway/Rail/ Authorizes use of video cameras and 1

    Shipper/Other. monitors to observe the loading

    incidental to movement or unloading

    incidental to movement of certain

    Class 8 materials in place of

    personnel remaining within 25 feet

    of a cargo tank motor vehicle.

    SP14945......................... Operational Highway/Rail/ Authorizes transportation in commerce 1

    Shipper/Other. of certain diesel fuel and

    environmentally hazardous

    substances, liquid, n.o.s. across a

    public road without shipping papers,

    marking, labeling or placarding.

    ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

    Non-Bulk Packaging Specifications/IBCs

    ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

    SP6614.......................... Non-Bulk Packaging Authorizes use of polyethylene 11

    Specifications/IBCs. bottles placed in a polyethylene

    crate for transportation in commerce

    of certain Class 8 corrosive

    materials (NA1760, UN3266, UN3264,

    UN3265, UN1791, UN1789, UN2796).

    SP8230.......................... Non-Bulk Packaging Authorizes transportation in commerce 4

    Specifications/IBCs. of Packing Group I and II nitric

    acids in certain combination

    packagings.

    SP11602......................... Non-Bulk Packaging Authorizes transportation in commerce 11

    Specifications/IBCs. of certain Division 4.3 materials

    contained in sift-proof closed bulk

    packagings. Water reactive solid,

    n.o.s. (contains magnesium,

    magnesium nitrides) 4.3, UN2813, PG

    II or III.

    SP12030......................... Non-Bulk Packaging Authorizes transportation in commerce 1

    Specifications/IBCs. of battery fluid, acid, packaged

    with a dry storage battery in a UN4G

    fiberboard box with a maximum gross

    weight not over 37.0 kg which

    exceeds the weight limitation.

    SP12335......................... Non-Bulk Packaging Authorizes transportation in commerce 8

    Specifications/IBCs. of certain Division 1.1D and 1.4D

    detonating cords without the ends

    being sealed in alternative

    packaging.

    SP12920......................... Non-Bulk Packaging Authorizes transportation in commerce 19

    Specifications/IBCs. of certain pyrophoric materials in a

    combination package consisting of

    UN1A2 outer package and a UN1A1

    inner package.

    SP13217......................... Non-Bulk Packaging Authorizes transportation in commerce 1

    Specifications/IBCs. of gasoline in non-DOT specification

    packages known as gasoline

    dispensers.

    SP13548......................... Non-Bulk Packaging Authorizes transportation in commerce 125

    Specifications/IBCs. of lead acid batteries and packages

    of battery acid (with two different

    UN numbers) on the same vehicle.

    Page 5353

    SP13796......................... Non-Bulk Packaging Authorizes transportation in commerce 1

    Specifications/IBCs. of phosphorus, yellow, under water

    in alternate packaging.

    SP14137......................... Non-Bulk Packaging Authorizes transportation in commerce 1

    Specifications/IBCs. of certain hydrochloric acid

    solutions in UN31H1 or UN31HH1

    intermediate bulk containers (IBCs).

    SP14213......................... Non-Bulk Packaging Authorizes manufacture, marking, sale 1

    Specifications/IBCs. and use of UN1H1 plastic drums to be

    used for transportation in commerce

    of nitric acid with not more than

    40% nitric acid.

    SP15373......................... Non-Bulk Packaging Authorizes manufacture, mark, sale 1

    Specifications/IBCs. and use of the specially designed

    combination packagings for

    transportation in commerce of

    certain Class 4.3 materials without

    hazard labels or placards, with

    quantity limits not exceeding 25

    grams.

    ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

    Not Suitable for Adoption

    The analysis phase of the SPCP identified 1,070 SPs that were deemed not suitable for adoption. Table 9 summarizes the SPs deemed not suitable, their assigned topic area, a summary of the permit, the number of SP holders, and the corresponding denial code.

    Table 9--SPs Not Suitable for Proposed Adoption

    ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

    Permit No. Category Summary Holders Code

    ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

    Cylinders General

    ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

    SP6626......................... Cylinders General........ Authorizes a 10 year 7 2

    retest interval for

    certain DOT specification

    3A or 3AA cylinders and

    ICC-3, 3A, or 3AA

    cylinders manufactured

    before December 31, 1945

    for transportation in

    commerce of certain

    hazardous materials.

    SP6691......................... Cylinders General........ Authorizes 10 year 16 2

    requalification in

    accordance withSec.

    180.209(b) for cylinders

    manufactured on or before

    December 31, 1945.

    SP6946......................... Cylinders General........ Authorizes use of DOT 1 2

    specification 3A or 3AA

    cylinders and ICC-3, 3A,

    or 3AA cylinders

    manufactured before

    December 31, 1945 to be

    retested every 10 years

    instead of 5 years for

    transportation in

    commerce of certain

    compressed gases.

    SP970.......................... Cylinders General........ Authorizes transportation 3 3

    in commerce of diborane

    in DOT specification 3AA

    cylinders overpacked in

    certain insulated drums

    or wooden boxes as

    specified.

    SP2787......................... Cylinders General........ Authorizes transportation 2 2

    in commerce of certain

    Division 2.2 gases in a

    non-DOT specification

    pressure vessel. The

    packaging prescribed is a

    non-DOT specification

    pressure vessel equipped

    with a regulating valve,

    a pressure relief valve,

    and a squib actuated

    valve. Accumulators must

    be packed in a strong

    wooden, metal, or

    polystyrene container or

    installed in a certain

    missile body section

    overpacked in a strong

    wooden, metal, or

    polystyrene container.

    SP3004......................... Cylinders General........ Authorizes use of 10 3

    prescribed non-DOT

    specification sampling

    cylinders having a

    capacity not exceeding

    373 cubic inches (6

    Liters). Each sampling

    cylinder must be equipped

    with a frangible disc

    safety device. The

    sampling cylinders must

    be packed in formed

    fiberglass cases,

    cushioned with resilient

    packing material in

    strong outside boxes such

    as, but not limited to,

    wood, fiberboard, plastic

    or aluminum.

    SP3302......................... Cylinders General........ Authorizes transportation 1 2

    in commerce of certain

    non-flammable gases in

    non-DOT specification

    sampling bottles

    (cylinders).

    SP4052......................... Cylinders General........ Authorizes transportation 1 4

    in commerce of an aerosol

    formulation pressurized

    with nitrogen in a DOT 39

    specification cylinder.

    SP4661......................... Cylinders General........ Authorizes transportation 1 3

    in commerce of certain

    hazardous materials in

    4BA240 and 4BW240

    cylinders that have been

    tested and inspected

    using alternative retest

    procedures instead of the

    internal visual

    inspection and pressure

    retest specified in Sec.

    180.205(f) and (g) and

    the marking prescribed in

    Sec. 180.213.

    SP4844......................... Cylinders General........ Authorizes transportation 3 2

    in commerce of oxygen in

    foreign manufactured non-

    DOT specification steel

    cylinders which are to be

    used as components in

    aircraft.

    SP4884......................... Cylinders General........ Authorizes transportation 1 3

    in commerce of certain

    Class 8 and Division 2.1,

    2.2, 2.3 and 4.3

    materials in non-DOT

    specification cylinders.

    SP5600......................... Cylinders General........ Authorizes transportation 3 2

    in commerce of samples of

    certain hazardous

    materials in non-DOT

    specification cylinders

    made to the DOT 3A

    specification, except

    Monel metal may be used

    rather than steel.

    Page 5354

    SP5967......................... Cylinders General........ Authorizes transportation 2 2

    in commerce of certain

    non-DOT specification

    cylinders conforming in

    part with DOT 3HT for

    shipment of a Division

    2.2 gas. The packaging is

    a ``cool gas generator''.

    SP6071......................... Cylinders General........ Authorizes manufacture, 1 2

    marking, sale and use of

    a non-DOT specification

    cylinder conforming to

    all regulations

    applicable to DOT

    specification 4DA, except

    as specified.

    SP6263......................... Cylinders General........ Authorizes transportation 1 2

    in commerce of certain

    non-flammable gases in a

    non-DOT specification

    pressure vessel designed

    and constructed to the

    ASME Code.

    SP6517......................... Cylinders General........ Authorizes manufacture, 1 2

    marking, sale and use of

    non-DOT specification

    welded steel cylinders

    conforming with all

    regulations applicable to

    a DOT specification 4BW,

    except as specified, for

    transportation in

    commerce of acetylene.

    SP6557......................... Cylinders General........ Authorizes transportation 27 3

    in commerce of certain

    DOT-specification

    cylinders, used in the

    transportation of carbon

    dioxide and

    bromotrifluoromethane, to

    deviate from the

    requirements of the

    inspector's report.

    SP6686......................... Cylinders General........ Authorizes transportation 2 3

    in commerce of certain

    Division 2.1 gases in non-

    refillable steel

    cylinders made in

    compliance with DOT

    specification 39, except

    for the seams. Authorizes

    DOT 39 cylinders with

    brazed alloy seams.

    SP6805......................... Cylinders General........ Authorizes UN1953 (a 4 3

    Division 2.3 material) in

    3A, 3AA and 3AAX

    manifolded cylinders.

    SP6908......................... Cylinders General........ Authorizes transportation 1 3

    in commerce of certain

    hazardous materials in

    non-DOT specification

    cylinders similar to DOT

    specification 39

    cylinders.

    SP7026......................... Cylinders General........ Authorizes manufacture, 1 2

    marking, sale and use of

    non-DOT specification

    welded stainless steel

    cylinders conforming with

    DOT specification 4DS

    except for maximum

    charging pressure,

    material of construction,

    testing requirements and

    marking.

    SP7413......................... Cylinders General........ Authorizes manufacture, 1 3

    marking, sale and use of

    a non-DOT specification

    cylinder conforming with

    all regulations

    applicable to a DOT

    specification 3E cylinder

    except as specified.

    SP7458......................... Cylinders General........ Authorizes manufacture, 1 2

    marking, sale and use of

    non-DOT specification

    cylinders conforming in

    part with DOT

    specification 3E for

    shipment of certain

    hazardous materials

    (chlorine, UN1017;

    hydrogen chloride,

    UN1050; and those

    materials which are

    authorized for shipment

    in DOT specification 3E

    cylinders and that are

    compatible with the

    cylinders material of

    construction).

    SP7477......................... Cylinders General........ The prescribed packagings 3 2

    are certain non-DOT

    specification seamless

    aluminum cylinder in

    conformance with DOT--3AL

    having a marked service

    pressure of 1800 psi 2015

    psi, modified by

    enlarging the end opening.

    SP7542......................... Cylinders General........ Authorizes manufacture, 1 2

    marking, sale and use of

    a non-DOT specification

    cylinder conforming with

    all regulations

    applicable to a DOT

    specification 4BW

    cylinder, except as

    specified, for acetylene,

    dissolved, UN1001.

    SP7607......................... Cylinders General........ Authorizes manufacture, 1 3

    marking, sale and use of

    a non-DOT specification

    cylinder for

    transportation in

    commerce of hydrogen,

    compressed by passenger

    carrying aircraft. The

    packaging prescribed is a

    non-DOT specification

    seamless stainless steel

    cylinder of not more than

    7.22 cubic inches water

    capacity and the cylinder

    is a component of a

    portable gas

    chromatograph.

    SP7657......................... Cylinders General........ Authorizes manufacture, 1 2

    marking, sale and use of

    non-DOT specification

    stainless steel cylinders

    conforming with all

    regulations applicable to

    a DOT specification 3E

    cylinder, except as

    specified.

    SP7694......................... Cylinders General........ Authorizes transportation 2 3

    in commerce of certain

    Division 2.2 gases in non-

    DOT specification

    cylinders made in

    compliance with DOT 39

    with certain exceptions.

    SP7708......................... Cylinders General........ Authorizes manufacture, 1 3

    marking, sale and use of

    non-DOT specification

    small, high pressure

    cylinders of welded

    construction conforming

    with all regulations

    applicable to a DOT

    specification 3HT.

    SP7721......................... Cylinders General........ Authorizes manufacture, 1 2

    marking, sale and use of

    a non-DOT specification

    cylinder conforming with

    all regulations

    applicable to a DOT

    specification 39

    cylinder, except smaller

    with higher pressure and

    steel used in DOT 3HT

    specification.

    SP7737......................... Cylinders General........ Authorizes manufacture, 1 3

    marking, sale and use of

    a non-DOT specification

    cylinder conforming with

    all regulations

    applicable to a DOT

    specification 3E cylinder

    except that the packaging

    is made of aluminum and

    additional tests are

    required.

    Page 5355

    SP7765......................... Cylinders General........ The packaging prescribed 1 3

    is a limited life, non-

    DOT specification

    packaging, described as a

    missile gas storage

    system, consisting of a

    welded steel sphere, and

    an electric squib

    containing a Division 1.4

    explosive.

    SP7767......................... Cylinders General........ Authorizes use of a non- 1 3

    DOT specification

    cylinder conforming with

    all regulations

    applicable to a DOT

    specification 4DS

    cylinder, except as

    specified, for

    transportation in

    commerce of compressed

    gas, n.o.s. (mixture of

    bromotrifluoromethane and

    nitrogen).

    SP7774......................... Cylinders General........ Authorizes transportation 3 3

    in commerce of bromine

    trifluoride in certain

    non-DOT specification

    cylinders.

    SP7823......................... Cylinders General........ Authorizes transportation 5 2

    in commerce of certain

    hazardous materials in

    non-DOT specification

    cylinders conforming to

    DOT specification 4BW.

    SP7879......................... Cylinders General........ Authorizes use of non-DOT 1 3

    specification cylinders

    similar to DOT 3E

    cylinders for

    transportation in

    commerce of bromine

    trifluoride.

    SP7945......................... Cylinders General........ Authorizes use of a non- 1 2

    DOT specification

    cylinder conforming to

    all regulations

    applicable to DOT

    specification 4DS, except

    as specified, for

    transportation in

    commerce of compressed

    gas, n.o.s.

    SP7954......................... Cylinders General........ Authorizes transportation 9 3

    in commerce of certain

    compressed gases in

    manifolded DOT

    specification cylinders.

    SP7971......................... Cylinders General........ Authorizes use of non-DOT 1 2

    specification cylinders

    for transportation in

    commerce of a Division

    2.2 compressed gas.

    SP8009......................... Cylinders General........ Authorizes use of a DOT 7 2

    3AAX cylinder made of

    4130X steel for the

    transport of methane,

    compressed or natural

    gas, compressed (with a

    high methane content).

    SP8013......................... Cylinders General........ Authorizes use of DOT 3 3

    specification 4E

    cylinders for

    transportation in

    commerce of certain

    Division 2.1, 2.2 and 2.3

    gases.

    SP8131......................... Cylinders General........ Authorizes transportation 1 2

    in commerce of certain

    non-DOT specification

    pressure vessels for the

    shipment of oxygen,

    compressed, Division 2.2.

    SP8156......................... Cylinders General........ Authorizes use of DOT 10 3

    specification 39

    cylinders up to 225 cubic

    inches in volume for

    transportation in

    commerce of certain

    flammable or non-

    flammable compresses

    gases and carbon

    disulfide.

    SP8178......................... Cylinders General........ Authorizes use of non-DOT 1 3

    specification cylinders

    for transportation in

    commerce of oxygen,

    compressed.

    SP8220......................... Cylinders General........ Authorizes use of non-DOT 1 3

    specification cylinder

    conforming with all

    regulations applicable to

    a DOT specification 3HT

    cylinder, except as

    specified, for

    transportation in

    commerce of air,

    compressed and nitrogen

    compressed.

    SP8221......................... Cylinders General........ Authorizes use of non-DOT 1 2

    specification, high

    pressure cylinders of

    welded construction for

    military missile systems

    use only for

    transportation in

    commerce of air,

    compressed and nitrogen,

    compressed.

    SP8239......................... Cylinders General........ Authorizes use of non-DOT 1 2

    specification containers

    for transportation in

    commerce of boron

    trifluoride, compressed.

    SP8255......................... Cylinders General........ Authorizes use of a non- 1 2

    reusable (non-refillable)

    non-DOT specification

    welded steel cylinder

    conforming with all

    regulations applicable to

    a DOT specification 39

    cylinder, except as

    specified, for

    transportation in

    commerce of air,

    compressed; argon,

    compressed; helium,

    compressed; and nitrogen,

    compressed.

    SP8299......................... Cylinders General........ Authorizes use of a non- 1 3

    DOT specification

    cylinder conforming to

    all regulations

    applicable to a DOT

    specification 3HT for

    transportation in

    commerce of helium,

    compressed and nitrogen,

    compressed.

    SP8439......................... Cylinders General........ Authorizes use of a non- 1 3

    DOT specification

    cylinder conforming to

    all regulations

    applicable to a DOT

    specification 4DS for

    transportation in

    commerce of UN1009,

    UN1956.

    SP8495......................... Cylinders General........ Authorizes use of a non- 1 2

    DOT specification

    cylinder conforming to

    all regulations

    applicable to a DOT 4DS

    cylinder for

    transportation in

    commerce of UN1044,

    UN1956, UN3163.

    SP8561......................... Cylinders General........ Authorizes use of a non- 1 3

    DOT specification

    cylinder conforming with

    all requirements for a

    DOT 3HT for

    transportation in

    commerce of oxygen,

    compressed.

    SP8720......................... Cylinders General........ Authorizes use of a non- 1 3

    DOT specification welded

    high-pressure, non-

    reusable cylinder in

    military weapons systems

    only for transportation

    in commerce of helium,

    compressed.

    SP8750......................... Cylinders General........ Authorizes use of non-DOT 1 3

    specification small, high

    pressure cylinders of

    welded construction for

    military weapons systems

    use, conforming with all

    regulations applicable to

    a DOT specification 3HT

    cylinder except as

    specified, for

    transportation in

    commerce of air,

    compressed and nitrogen,

    compressed.

    Page 5356

    SP8757......................... Cylinders General........ Authorizes use of non-DOT 1 2

    specification stainless

    steel cylinders

    conforming with all

    regulations applicable to

    a DOT specification 3A

    cylinder except as

    specified, for

    transportation in

    commerce of various

    Division 2.1, 2.2 and 2.3

    gases and Class 3

    material.

    SP8795......................... Cylinders General........ Authorizes use of a non- 1 3

    DOT specification

    cylinder conforming with

    all regulations

    applicable to a DOT

    specification 4B240ET,

    except as specified for

    transportation in

    commerce of UN1009 and

    UN1044.

    SP8842......................... Cylinders General........ Authorizes use of non-DOT 1 3

    specification small, high

    pressure cylinders of

    welded construction

    similar to DOT

    specification 3HT for

    aircraft use or military

    weapons systems only, to

    be used for the

    transportation in

    commerce of nitrogen,

    compressed.

    SP8843......................... Cylinders General........ Authorizes transportation 1 2

    in commerce of bromine

    trifluoride in non-DOT

    specification cylinders.

    SP8915......................... Cylinders General........ Authorizes transportation 14 5

    in commerce of certain

    manifolded DOT

    specification cylinders

    containing Division 2.1

    and 2.2 gases.

    SP8920......................... Cylinders General........ Authorizes use of non-DOT 1 2

    specification welded,

    high pressure non-

    refillable cylinders in

    military weapons systems

    only for transportation

    in commerce of air,

    compressed; argon,

    compressed; helium,

    compressed; and nitrogen,

    compressed.

    SP8927......................... Cylinders General........ Authorizes transportation 1 2

    in commerce of helium,

    compressed in non-DOT

    specification, small,

    high pressure spheres of

    welded construction, in

    full compliance with DOT

    specification 3HT, except

    as specified, for

    military weapons use only.

    SP8962......................... Cylinders General........ Authorizes use of non-DOT 1 3

    specification pressure

    vessels conforming to all

    regulations applicable to

    a DOT specification 3HT

    except as specified for

    the transportation in

    commerce of nitrogen,

    compressed.

    SP8971......................... Cylinders General........ Authorizes transportation 4 2

    in commerce of bromine

    trifluoride in certain

    non-refillable, non-DOT

    specification cylinders

    of equal or greater

    integrity than those

    currently authorized.

    SP8990......................... Cylinders General........ Authorizes transportation 1 2

    in commerce of a non-DOT

    specification cylinder

    containing certain

    Division 2.1 and 2.2

    gases. The prescribed

    packaging is a non-DOT

    specification non-

    refillable steel inside

    cylinder and fabricated

    in conformance with DOT

    specification 39 cylinder.

    SP9001......................... Cylinders General........ Authorizes use of a non- 24 2

    DOT specification

    cylinder conforming with

    all regulations

    applicable to a DOT 3T

    specification cylinder,

    except as specified, for

    transportation in

    commerce of UN1002,

    UN1006, UN1008, UN1013,

    UN1962, UN1046, UN1971,

    UN1065, UN1066, UN1070,

    and UN1072.

    SP9034......................... Cylinders General........ Authorizes use of DOT 9 5

    specification 3AL

    cylinders subject to

    certain limitations and

    requirements for

    transportation in

    commerce of certain gases

    or gas mixtures.

    SP9036......................... Cylinders General........ Authorizes use of billet 1 2

    pierced DOT 3AA cylinders

    that are made from parted

    billets which are not

    inspected by an

    independent inspector

    after parting. The

    cylinders are authorized

    for transportation in

    commerce of compressed or

    liquefied gases in

    Division 2.1 and 2.2

    (flammable and non-

    flammable) and poisonous

    gases in Division 2.3 for

    which DOT 3AA cylinders

    are authorized in part

    173.

    SP9221......................... Cylinders General........ Authorizes use of non-DOT 1 2

    specification stainless

    steel cylinders which are

    part of a military

    weapons system to be used

    for transportation in

    commerce of nitrogen,

    argon or helium.

    SP9295......................... Cylinders General........ Authorizes use of a non- 1 3

    DOT specification

    toroidal pressure vessel

    conforming with all

    regulations applicable to

    a DOT 39 cylinder, except

    as specified, for the

    transportation in

    commerce of air,

    compressed; argon,

    compressed; nitrogen,

    compressed; and helium,

    compressed.

    SP9347......................... Cylinders General........ Authorizes use of a non- 1 3

    DOT specification

    cylinder conforming with

    all regulations

    applicable to a DOT

    specification 3E

    cylinder, except as

    specified, for the

    transportation in

    commerce of UN1203,

    UN1228, UN1267, UN1268,

    NA1270, UN1075, UN1978,

    UN1077, UN1971, UN1046,

    and UN1066.

    SP9370......................... Cylinders General........ Authorizes manufacture, 2 3

    marking, sale and use of

    a non-DOT specification

    cylinder complying in

    part with the DOT 3T

    specification for

    transportation in

    commerce of those

    hazardous materials

    authorized in DOT 3T

    cylinders.

    Page 5357

    SP9386......................... Cylinders General........ Authorizes use of non-DOT 1 3

    specification welded

    stainless steel cylinder

    conforming with all

    regulations applicable to

    a DOT specification 3HT

    cylinder, except as

    specified, for

    transportation in

    commerce of nitrogen,

    compressed.

    SP9393......................... Cylinders General........ Authorizes use of a non- 1 3

    DOT specification, non-

    refillable cylinder for

    use in transporting

    certain Division 2.2

    gases (UN1018, UN1956 and

    various 2.2 refrigerant

    gases).

    SP9408......................... Cylinders General........ Authorizes use of DOT 3AAX 1 2

    cylinders for

    transportation in

    commerce of silicon

    trifluoride. The

    packaging prescribed is a

    DOT specification 3AAX

    cylinder manufactured

    from alloy steel with

    minimum service pressure

    of 2200 psi. The

    cylinders arearranged in

    ISO modules.

    SP9421......................... Cylinders General........ Authorizes use of a non- 2 3

    DOT specification

    cylinder conforming with

    all regulations

    applicable to a DOT-3AA

    specification cylinder,

    except as specified, for

    the transportation in

    commerce of gases or

    mixtures of gases

    authorized in the HMR to

    be shipped in DOT-3AA

    specification cylinders.

    SP9450......................... Cylinders General........ Authorizes manufacture, 1 3

    marking, sale and use of

    non-DOT specification

    cylinders conforming with

    all regulations

    applicable to a DOT

    specification 4BW

    cylinder, except as

    specified, for

    transportation in

    commerce of Division 2.1

    and Division 2.2

    compressed or liquefied

    gases authorized in DOT

    4BW cylinders.

    SP9478......................... Cylinders General........ Authorizes manufacture, 1 3

    marking, sale and use of

    a non-DOT specification

    cylinder conforming with

    all regulations

    applicable to a DOT

    specification 3AL

    cylinder for

    transportation in

    commerce of fire

    extinguishers (with

    bromotrifluoromethane,

    2.2, UN1044).

    SP9491......................... Cylinders General........ Authorizes use of 3AL 2 5

    cylinders for

    transportation in

    commerce of UN1984 and

    UN2193. The liquid

    portion of

    trifluoromethane (UN1984)

    may completely fill the

    cylinder at or below 130

    degF, provided the

    pressure at the critical

    temperature does not

    exceed one and one-fourth

    times the service

    pressure.

    SP9508......................... Cylinders General........ Authorizes transportation 3 2

    in commerce of certain

    Division 4.3 materials in

    DOT specification 4BW240

    cylinders that are

    visually inspected

    externally instead of the

    required hydrostatic

    retest.

    SP9609......................... Cylinders General........ Authorizes manufacture, 1 2

    marking, sale and use of

    certain non-DOT

    specification pressure

    vessel, conforming with

    all regulations

    applicable to DOT

    specification 39, except

    as specified, for

    transportation in

    commerce of air,

    compressed; argon,

    compressed, helium,

    compressed; and nitrogen,

    compressed.

    SP9706......................... Cylinders General........ Authorizes manufacture, 2 3

    marking, sale and use of

    a non-DOT specification

    cylinder conforming with

    all regulations

    applicable to a DOT-3AA

    specification cylinder,

    except as specified, for

    transportation in

    commerce of certain

    Division 2.1, 2.2 or 2.3

    materials authorized to

    be shipped in a DOT 3AA

    specification cylinder.

    SP9729......................... Cylinders General........ Authorizes transportation 2 3

    in commerce of certain

    corrosive materials

    (UN1732 and UN2495) in

    DOT specification 4BW

    cylinders manufactured

    with an alternative

    material of construction

    (stainless steel).

    SP9761......................... Cylinders General........ Authorizes manufacture, 1 3

    marking, sale and use of

    cylinders similar to the

    DOT specification 4DS

    cylinder, except the

    material is constructed

    of an alternative

    stainless steel.

    SP9778......................... Cylinders General........ Authorizes transportation 1 2

    in commerce of certain

    non-DOT specification

    packagings (a

    specification equivalent

    to the DOT 3A seamless

    steel cylinder)

    containing the materials

    (sulfur hexafluoride,

    UN1080; radioactive

    material, excepted

    package-articles, UN2911;

    radioactive material,

    excepted package-

    articles, UN2910) which

    also contain an

    electronic device

    containing a small amount

    of radioactive material.

    SP9790......................... Cylinders General........ Authorizes manufacture, 1 2

    marking, sale and use of

    non-DOT specification

    cylinders conforming with

    DOT 4L specification

    except that the container

    is made of Type 316L

    stainless steel for

    transportation of Class

    2.2 gases (UN1877,

    nitrogen, refrigerated

    liquid).

    SP9791......................... Cylinders General........ Authorizes manufacture, 1 3

    marking, sale and use of

    a non-DOT specification

    cylinder conforming in

    part with the DOT-3AA

    specification, for use in

    transportation in

    commerce of certain non-

    flammable, non-liquefied

    compressed gases.

    Page 5358

    SP9830......................... Cylinders General........ Authorizes manufacture, 1 3

    marking, sale and use of

    a non-DOT specification

    cylinder conforming with

    all regulations

    applicable to a DOT

    specification 4BA

    cylinder, except as

    specified, for

    transportation in

    commerce of Division 2.1

    and 2.2 material

    authorized in DOT 4BA

    cylinders, Class 3,

    Division 6.1 and Class 8

    materials authorized in

    DOT 4BA cylinders.

    SP9880......................... Cylinders General........ Authorizes manufacture, 1 5

    marking, sale and use of

    non-DOT specification

    containers described as

    hermetically-sealed

    electron tube devices for

    the transportation in

    commerce of UN1006,

    UN1013, UN1046, UN1056,

    UN1065, UN1066, UN1956,

    UN1982, and UN2036.

    SP9884......................... Cylinders General........ Authorizes manufacture, 1 3

    marking, sale and use of

    a non-DOT specification

    cylinder conforming with

    DOT specification 4L

    except as specified, for

    transportation in

    commerce of oxygen,

    refrigerated liquid.

    SP9909......................... Cylinders General........ Authorizes manufacture, 3 3

    marking, sale and use of

    a non-DOT specification

    cylinder conforming with

    all regulations

    applicable to a DOT-3AA

    specification cylinder,

    except as specified for

    transportation in

    commerce of gases or

    mixtures of gases

    authorized in the HMR to

    be shipped in DOT-3AA

    specification cylinders.

    SP9998......................... Cylinders General........ Authorizes use of seamless 1 3

    steel hydraulic

    accumulators having a

    capacity of not more than

    15 gallons, with a design

    pressure not exceeding

    6,000 psig designed and

    fabricated in full

    compliance with Section

    VIII of the ASME Code for

    transportation in

    commerce of compressed

    nitrogen, UN1066 a

    Division 2.2 material.

    SP10047........................ Cylinders General........ Authorizes manufacture, 2 3

    marking, sale and use of

    a non-DOT specification

    cylinder conforming with

    all regulations

    applicable to a DOT-3AA

    specification cylinder,

    except as specified, for

    transportation in

    commerce of gases or

    mixtures of gases

    authorized in the HMR to

    be shipped in DOT-3AA

    specification cylinders.

    SP10064........................ Cylinders General........ Authorizes manufacture, 1 3

    marking, sale and use of

    a non-refillable, non-DOT

    specification cylinder

    for transportation in

    commerce of air,

    compressed, UN1002;

    argon, compressed,

    UN1006; helium,

    compressed, UN1046; and

    nitrogen, compressed,

    UN1066.

    SP10066........................ Cylinders General........ Authorizes manufacture, 1 3

    marking, sale and use of

    non-DOT specification

    cylinders conforming with

    all regulations

    applicable to a DOT

    Specification 39

    cylinder, except as

    specified, for

    transportation in

    commerce of compressed

    gas, n.o.s. (carbon

    dioxide with a helium gas

    mixture); and life-saving

    appliances, self-

    inflating..

    The non-DOT specification

    cylinder may be

    transported by itself or

    incorporated into a self-

    inflating life raft

    assembly.

    SP10180........................ Cylinders General........ Authorizes manufacture, 1 2

    marking, sale and use of

    DOT specification

    cylinders, except they

    are equipped with

    pressure relief device

    systems other than as

    prescribed by the HMR, to

    be used for

    transportation in

    commerce of certain

    Division 2.2 materials.

    SP10184........................ Cylinders General........ Authorizes transportation 4 2

    in commerce of specific

    gas mixtures that are

    commercially free of

    corroding components in

    DOT specification 4B, 4BA

    or 4BW cylinders that are

    retested in accordance

    with Sec. 180.209(e)

    and (g).

    SP10232........................ Cylinders General........ Authorizes manufacture, 1 2

    marking, sale, and use of

    a non-DOT specification

    packaging conforming in

    part with the DOT

    specification 2Q, except

    as specified, for

    transportation in

    commerce of UN1078,

    refrigerant gases, n.o.s.

    and UN3159, 1,1,1,2-

    tetrafluoroethane.

    SP10279........................ Cylinders General........ Authorizes manufacture, 1 2

    marking, sale and use of

    a non-DOT specification

    steel water pump system

    tank with an outside

    diameter not exceeding 26

    inches for the

    transportation of certain

    materials (UN1002, air,

    compressed; UN1066,

    nitrogen, compressed).

    SP10319........................ Cylinders General........ Authorizes manufacture, 1 2

    marking, sale and use of

    non-DOT specification

    pressure vessels (water

    pump system tank) for use

    in the transportation of

    certain Division 2.2

    materials (UN1956,

    compressed gas; UN1066,

    nitrogen compressed).

    SP10320........................ Cylinders General........ Authorizes manufacture, 1 2

    marking, sale and use of

    a non-DOT specification

    cylinder conforming with

    all regulations

    applicable to a DOT

    specification 4BW

    cylinder, except as

    specified, for

    transportation in

    commerce of certain

    hazardous materials. The

    packaging as specified is

    comparable to DOT

    specification 8AL except

    for the steel shell.

    Page 5359

    SP10326........................ Cylinders General........ Authorizes manufacture, 1 2

    marking, sale and use of

    a non-DOT specification

    cylinder conforming with

    all regulations

    applicable to a DOT

    specification 3HT

    cylinder, except as

    specified, for

    transportation in

    commerce of helium,

    compressed, UN1046.

    SP10370........................ Cylinders General........ Authorizes manufacture, 1 3

    marking, sale and use of

    non-DOT specification

    aluminum cylinders

    conforming with all

    regulations applicable to

    a DOT specification 3E

    cylinder, except as

    specified, for

    transportation in

    commerce of certain

    hazardous materials.

    SP10395........................ Cylinders General........ Authorizes manufacture, 1 2

    marking, sale and use of

    a DOT specification 4L

    cylinder to be used for

    transportation in

    commerce of methane,

    refrigerated liquid,

    Division 2.1.

    SP10424........................ Cylinders General........ Authorizes transportation 3 2

    in commerce of a specific

    gas mixture in DOT

    specification 4BA240

    cylinders retested in

    accordance with the

    provisions of Sec.

    180.209(e).

    SP10440........................ Cylinders General........ Authorizes manufacture, 1 2

    marking, sale and use of

    a non-DOT specification

    cylinder conforming with

    all regulations

    applicable to a DOT

    specification 4DS

    cylinder, except as

    specified, for

    transportation in

    commerce of various

    Division 2.2 gases.

    SP10511........................ Cylinders General........ Authorizes transportation 2 2

    in commerce of certain

    non-DOT specification

    stainless steel cylinders

    containing sulfur

    hexafluoride (SF6)

    classed as a Division 2.2

    material.

    SP10555........................ Cylinders General........ Authorizes manufacture, 1 2

    marking, sale and use of

    a non-DOT specification

    cylinder conforming with

    all regulations

    applicable to a DOT

    specification 4B cylinder.

    SP10590........................ Cylinders General........ Authorizes manufacture, 1 2

    marking, sale, and use of

    a non-DOT specification

    inside container,

    conforming with all

    regulations applicable to

    a DOT specification 2P,

    with the exception of the

    diameter and capacity, to

    be used for

    transportation in

    commerce of certain

    Division 2.1 gases.

    SP10603........................ Cylinders General........ Authorizes transportation 3 3

    in commerce of a non-DOT

    specification cylinder

    conforming with all

    regulations applicable to

    a DOT 3AA specification

    cylinder, except as

    specified, for

    transportation in

    commerce of certain non-

    liquefied compressed

    gases, or mixtures of

    such compressed gases,

    which are authorized in

    the HMR to be transported

    in DOT 3AA specification

    cylinders.

    SP10646........................ Cylinders General........ Authorizes transportation 1 2

    in commerce of flammable

    gases in a non-DOT

    specification cylinder.

    SP10677........................ Cylinders General........ Authorizes manufacture, 1 2

    marking, sale and use of

    a non-DOT specification

    non-refillable inside

    container conforming with

    all regulations

    applicable to a DOT

    specification 2P inner

    non-refillable metal

    receptacle, except as

    specified, for

    transportation in

    commerce of UN1075 and

    UN2037.

    SP10698........................ Cylinders General........ Authorizes manufacture, 1 3

    marking, sale and use of

    a non-DOT specification

    cylinder conforming with

    all regulations

    applicable to a DOT

    specification 4B, except

    as specified, for

    transportation in

    commerce of a Division

    2.2 gas.

    SP10776........................ Cylinders General........ Authorizes manufacture, 1 3

    marking, sale and use of

    a non-DOT specification

    cylinder conforming with

    all regulations

    applicable to a DOT

    specification 3E

    cylinder, except as

    specified, for

    transportation in

    commerce of certain

    hazardous materials.

    SP10785........................ Cylinders General........ Authorizes the 1 3

    manufacture, marking,

    sale and use of non-DOT

    specification cylinders

    containing certain

    Divisions 2.2 and 2.3

    gases to be transported

    in radiation detectors

    rather than in DOT

    specification cylinders.

    SP10788........................ Cylinders General........ Authorizes manufacture, 1 3

    marking, sale and use of

    a non-DOT specification

    cylinder conforming to a

    DOT specification 39

    cylinder, except as

    specified, for

    transportation in

    commerce of Division 2.1

    and Division 2.2 gases

    authorized in DOT 39

    cylinders.

    SP10802........................ Cylinders General........ Authorizes transportation 3 5

    in commerce of carbon

    monoxide and gas mixtures

    containing carbon

    monoxide in DOT

    specification 3AL

    cylinders charged to a

    pressure of 3,000 psig or

    less.

    SP10850........................ Cylinders General........ Authorizes transportation 1 3

    in commerce of certain

    cylinders subjected to a

    complete external visual

    inspection in lieu of the

    periodic hydrostatic

    retest.

    SP10865........................ Cylinders General........ Authorizes the rebuilding 1 5

    and selling of DOT

    specification 4B, 4BA and

    4BW cylinders in

    accordance with certain

    procedures , for use in

    transportation of

    compressed gases,

    flammable liquids,

    corrosive materials and

    other hazardous material

    that are authorized to be

    shipped in DOT 4B, 4BA,

    and 4BW cylinders.

    Page 5360

    SP10867........................ Cylinders General........ Authorizes manufacture, 1 2

    marking, sale and use of

    non-DOT specification

    cylinders conforming to

    all regulations

    applicable to a DOT

    specification 3HT

    cylinder, except as

    specified, for

    transportation in

    commerce of certain

    hazardous materials.

    SP10869........................ Cylinders General........ Authorizes manufacture, 1 2

    marking, sale, and use of

    a non-DOT specification

    cylinder which is

    constructed in

    conformance with all

    regulations applicable to

    a DOT specification 3AA

    cylinder.

    SP10898........................ Cylinders General........ Authorizes transportation 13 3

    in commerce of a Division

    2.2 material (nitrogen)

    in diaphragm, bladder and

    piston type accumulators.

    SP10914........................ Cylinders General........ Authorizes manufacture, 1 3

    marking, sale and use of

    a non-DOT specification

    cylinder conforming with

    all regulations

    applicable to a DOT

    specification 3HT

    cylinder for

    transportation in

    commerce of helium,

    compressed, UN1046.

    SP10964........................ Cylinders General........ Authorizes manufacture, 1 3

    marking, sale and use of

    a non-DOT specification

    cylinder conforming with

    all regulations

    applicable to a DOT

    specification 4DS

    cylinder, except as

    specified, for

    transportation in

    commerce of compressed

    gas, n.o.s.

    (bromotrifluoromethane

    and nitrogen), UN1956.

    SP11025........................ Cylinders General........ Authorizes manufacture, 1 3

    marking, sale and use of

    non-DOT specification

    cylinders conforming with

    all regulations

    applicable to a DOT

    specification 3HT

    cylinder, except as

    specified, for

    transportation in

    commerce of certain

    hazardous materials.

    SP11032........................ Cylinders General........ Authorizes manufacture, 1 3

    marking, sale and use of

    a non-DOT specification,

    non-refillable cylinder

    conforming with all

    regulations applicable to

    a DOT specification 39

    cylinder, except as

    specified, for

    transportation in

    commerce of oxygen,

    compressed, UN1072.

    SP11044........................ Cylinders General........ Authorizes transportation 1 2

    in commerce of up to

    11.35 kg (25 pounds) of

    an organic phosphate

    compound (2,2

    dichlorovinyl

    dimethylphosphate) in a

    DOT specification 4BA240,

    4BW240, 3A and 3AA

    cylinder equipped with an

    eduction (dip) tube.

    SP11054........................ Cylinders General........ Authorizes manufacture, 1 2

    marking, sale and use of

    non-DOT specification

    stainless steel cylinders

    conforming with all

    regulations applicable to

    a DOT specification 3A

    cylinder, except as

    specified.

    SP11057........................ Cylinders General........ Authorizes use of a non- 1 3

    DOT specification

    cylinder for

    transportation in

    commerce of UN1956,

    Helium.

    SP11147........................ Cylinders General........ Authorizes transportation 1 2

    in commerce of aircraft

    safety equipment which

    utilizes non-DOT

    specification cylinders

    containing certain

    compressed gases,

    Division 2.2.

    SP11173........................ Cylinders General........ Authorizes transportation 4 2

    in commerce of certain

    hazardous materials in

    non-DOT specification

    stainless steel cylinders

    conforming, in part, with

    the specifications for a

    DOT 4BW cylinder.

    SP11262........................ Cylinders General........ Authorizes manufacture, 1 3

    marking, sale and use of

    a non-DOT specification

    cylinder conforming with

    all regulations

    applicable to a DOT

    specification 4L

    cylinder, except as

    specified, for

    transportation in

    commerce of oxygen,

    refrigerated liquid.

    SP11289........................ Cylinders General........ Authorizes manufacture, 1 2

    marking, sale and use of

    DOT specification 39

    cylinders which deviate

    from the visual

    inspection requirements.

    SP11323........................ Cylinders General........ Authorizes manufacture, 1 3

    marking, sale and use of

    non-DOT specification

    cylinders for

    transportation in

    commerce of hazardous

    materials authorized in

    DOT specification 39

    cylinders.

    SP11360........................ Cylinders General........ Authorizes transportation 2 2

    in commerce of certain

    non-DOT specification

    pressure vessels

    containing compressed

    hydrogen, which are

    component parts of a

    nickel-hydrogen battery.

    SP11378........................ Cylinders General........ Authorizes use of 1 2

    stainless steel non-DOT

    specification cylinders

    conforming to all

    regulations applicable to

    DOT specification 4BW,

    except as specified, for

    transportation in

    commerce of certain

    hazardous materials.

    SP11379........................ Cylinders General........ Authorizes manufacture, 1 2

    marking, sale and use of

    non-DOT specification

    pressure vessels for use

    as components of safety

    systems and explosive

    articles. The pressure

    vessels, charged with non-

    toxic, non-liquefied

    gases, are authorized for

    transportation in

    commerce.

    SP11380........................ Cylinders General........ Authorizes transportation 1 2

    in commerce of certain

    Division 2.1 gases in non-

    DOT specification

    cylinders.

    SP11383........................ Cylinders General........ Authorizes transportation 1 2

    in commerce of certain

    hazardous materials in

    non-DOT specification

    stainless steel cylinders

    conforming to all

    regulations applicable to

    DOT specification 4BW.

    Page 5361

    SP11394........................ Cylinders General........ Authorizes manufacture, 1 3

    marking, sale and use of

    a non-DOT specification

    cylinder conforming with

    all regulations

    applicable to a DOT

    specification 4BA

    cylinder, except as

    specified, for

    transportation in

    commerce of the materials

    authorized for

    transportation in DOT

    specification 4BA

    cylinders.

    SP11447........................ Cylinders General........ Authorizes transportation 3 2

    in commerce of a gas

    purification apparatus

    containing certain

    Division 4.1 (flammable

    solids) and Division 4.2

    (spontaneously

    combustible solids) in

    non-DOT specification

    stainless steel pressure

    vessels.

    SP11487........................ Cylinders General........ Authorizes transportation 1 2

    in commerce of certain

    cylinder (bottle)

    assemblies containing

    Division 2.1 and Division

    2.2 materials.

    SP11494........................ Cylinders General........ Authorizes manufacture, 1 2

    marking, sale and use of

    non-DOT specification

    pressure vessels for use

    as components of

    automobile vehicle safety

    systems (such as airbag

    inflators).

    SP11506........................ Cylinders General........ Authorizes manufacture, 1 2

    marking, sale and use of

    non-DOT specification

    cylinders (pressure

    vessels) for use as

    components of automobile

    vehicle safety systems.

    These pressure vessels

    may be charged with non-

    toxic, non-liquefied

    gases, or mixtures

    thereof and are

    authorized for

    transportation in

    commerce.

    SP11536........................ Cylinders General........ Authorizes transportation 1 2

    in commerce of certain

    hazardous materials in

    non-DOT specification

    packagings (spacecraft)

    and limited quantities of

    Division 1.4S and 1.4C

    explosives secured within

    the spacecraft.

    SP11548........................ Cylinders General........ Authorizes transportation 2 3

    in commerce of certain

    solid polymer catalysts

    classified as Class 8,

    Division 4.1, Division

    4.2, Division 4.3, and

    Division 6.1 in DOT

    specification cylinders

    except specification 8

    and 3HT.

    SP11580........................ Cylinders General........ Authorizes manufacture, 1 2

    marking, sale and use of

    non-DOT specification

    stainless steel cylinders

    conforming to all

    regulations applicable to

    DOT specification 4BW.

    SP11592........................ Cylinders General........ Authorizes the 1 2

    manufacture, marking,

    sale and use of a non-DOT

    specification steel water

    pump system tank that

    exceeds the prescribed

    maximum outside diameter

    and wall stress used for

    transportation in

    commerce of compressed

    air or nitrogen.

    SP11598........................ Cylinders General........ Authorizes manufacture, 1 2

    marking, sale and use of

    DOT specification

    cylinders equipped with

    pressure relief device

    systems other than as

    prescribed to be used for

    transportation in

    commerce of certain

    Division 2.2 materials.

    SP11620........................ Cylinders General........ Authorizes manufacture, 1 2

    marking, sale and use of

    certain non-DOT

    specification inside

    metal containers

    conforming with all

    regulations applicable to

    a DOT specification 2Q

    inner non-refillable

    metal receptacle, except

    as specified, for

    transportation in

    commerce of certain

    hazardous materials.

    SP11644........................ Cylinders General........ Authorizes manufacture, 1 2

    marking, sale and use of

    a non-refillable non-DOT

    specification inside

    metal container

    conforming in part with

    the DOT specification 2Q,

    for transportation in

    commerce of certain

    refrigerant gases.

    SP11650........................ Cylinders General........ Authorizes manufacture, 1 3

    marking, sale and use of

    non-DOT specification

    pressure vessels for use

    as components of

    automobile vehicle safety

    systems. The pressure

    vessels, charged with non-

    toxic, non-liquefied

    gases, are authorized for

    transportation in

    commerce subject to

    requirements and

    limitations specified.

    SP11692........................ Cylinders General........ Authorizes manufacture, 1 3

    marking, sale and use of

    a non-DOT specification

    cylinder conforming in

    part with DOT

    specification 3AA to be

    used for transportation

    in commerce of certain

    hazardous materials.

    SP11721........................ Cylinders General........ Authorizes manufacture, 1 3

    marking, sale and use of

    DOT specification 39

    cylinders which deviate

    from the visual

    inspection requirements.

    SP11722........................ Cylinders General........ Authorizes transportation 1 2

    in commerce of certain

    non-DOT specification

    spherical pressure

    vessels containing

    Division 2.1, 2.2 and 2.3

    compressed gases.

    SP11725........................ Cylinders General........ Authorizes transportation 6 2

    in commerce of certain

    non-DOT specification

    containers containing

    certain Division 2.1,

    2.2, 2.3 liquefied and

    compressed gases and

    other hazardous materials

    for use in specialty

    cooling applications such

    as satellites and

    military aircraft.

    Page 5362

    SP11770........................ Cylinders General........ Authorizes manufacture, 1 2

    marking, sale and use of

    non-DOT specification

    cylinders conforming with

    all regulations

    applicable to a DOT

    specification 3E

    cylinder, except as

    specified, for

    transportation in

    commerce of those

    materials authorized in

    DOT specification 3E

    cylinders.

    SP11777........................ Cylinders General........ Authorizes manufacture, 1 4

    marking, sale and use of

    non-DOT specification

    pressure vessels for use

    as components of

    automobile vehicle safety

    systems.

    SP11780........................ Cylinders General........ Authorizes manufacture, 1 2

    marking, sale and use of

    certain x-ray systems

    containing sulfur

    hexafluoride for

    transportation in

    commerce.

    SP11782........................ Cylinders General........ Authorizes manufacture, 1 2

    marking, sale and use of

    a non-DOT specification

    pressure vessel

    conforming to the

    American Society of

    Mechanical Engineers

    (ASME) pressure vessel

    codes and standards, for

    transportation in

    commerce of a Division

    4.2 material.

    SP11791........................ Cylinders General........ Authorizes transportation 1 3

    in commerce of a Division

    2.1 material in a DOT

    specification 2Q non-

    refillable inner

    container which exceeds

    the authorized maximum

    charging pressure.

    SP11859........................ Cylinders General........ Authorizes manufacture, 1 2

    marking, sale and use of

    a missile gas storage

    system consisting of a

    non-DOT specification

    cylinder equipped with a

    pyrotechnic pressure

    relief device for

    transportation in

    commerce of nitrogen.

    SP11914........................ Cylinders General........ Authorizes transportation 1 3

    in commerce of a Division

    2.1 material in a non-

    refillable, non-DOT

    specification inside

    container conforming in

    part with DOT

    specification 2P.

    SP11917........................ Cylinders General........ Authorizes manufacture, 1 2

    marking, sale and use of

    a non-DOT specification,

    non-refillable, foam-

    filled cylinder

    conforming with all

    regulations applicable to

    a DOT specification 39

    cylinder, except as

    specified, for

    transportation in

    commerce of certain

    hazardous materials. The

    prescribed packaging is a

    non-DOT specification,

    non-refillable steel

    cylinder consisting of a

    seamless shell with the

    bottom attached by a

    mechanical seam. The

    finished cylinder will

    contain a block of

    reticulated polyurethane

    foam that approximately

    fills the inside void of

    the cylinder and absorbs

    the gas into its cell

    structure.

    SP11952........................ Cylinders General........ Authorizes transportation 2 2

    in commerce of certain

    pressure metal containers

    containing limited

    quantities of compressed

    nitrogen.

    SP11990........................ Cylinders General........ Authorizes manufacture, 2 3

    marking, sale and use of

    non-DOT specification oil

    well sampling cylinders

    conforming with all

    regulations applicable to

    a DOT specification 3A

    cylinder, except as

    specified, for the

    transportation in

    commerce of certain

    hazardous materials.

    SP11993........................ Cylinders General........ Authorizes manufacture, 1 2

    marking, sale and use of

    non-DOT specification

    cylinders (pressure

    vessels) for use as

    components for safety

    systems and explosives

    articles.

    SP12005........................ Cylinders General........ Authorizes transportation 1 2

    in commerce of xenon gas

    in a non-DOT

    specification composite

    cylinder which is part of

    the International Space

    Station.

    SP12007........................ Cylinders General........ Authorizes transportation 3 2

    in commerce of DOT

    specification cylinders

    authorized for

    chloropicrin, for use by

    licensed fumigators, with

    closures that deviate

    from that required by the

    HMR.

    SP12009........................ Cylinders General........ Authorizes transportation 16 3

    in commerce of anhydrous

    ammonia in DOT

    specification cylinders

    being shipped to a

    disposal facility.

    SP12014........................ Cylinders General........ Authorizes transportation 1 2

    in commerce of certain

    reconditioned

    refrigeration units under

    the provisions of Sec.

    173.306(e).

    SP12038........................ Cylinders General........ Authorizes transportation 1 3

    in commerce of certain

    DOT specification 2Q

    containers containing

    liquefied petroleum gas.

    SP12067........................ Cylinders General........ Authorizes transportation 1 3

    in commerce of compressed

    gases, n.o.s., Division

    2.2 materials, in a non-

    DOT specification

    pressure vessel used as a

    component in an aircraft

    evacuation slide.

    SP12068........................ Cylinders General........ Authorizes transportation 1 3

    in commerce of certain

    hazardous materials

    contained in a certain

    launch vehicle with and

    without a payload.

    SP12079........................ Cylinders General........ Authorizes manufacture, 1 3

    marking, sale and use of

    a non-DOT specification

    cylinder conforming in

    part with the DOT-3AA

    specification, except as

    specified, for

    transportation in

    commerce of certain

    hazardous he materials.

    SP12087........................ Cylinders General........ Authorizes manufacture, 1 4

    marking, sale and use of

    non-refillable, non-DOT

    specification cylinders

    for transportation in

    commerce of boron

    trifluoride. The

    cylinders are described

    as electron tubes that

    are part of radiation

    detectors.

    Page 5363

    SP12092........................ Cylinders General........ Authorizes transportation 1 2

    in commerce of certain

    Division 4.3 materials in

    DOT specification 4BW

    cylinders which are

    visually inspected

    externally instead of the

    required hydrostatic

    retest.

    SP12098........................ Cylinders General........ Authorizes manufacture, 1 3

    marking, sale and use of

    a limited life, non-DOT

    specification cylinder

    conforming with all

    regulations applicable to

    a DOT specification 3HT

    cylinder for

    transportation in

    commerce of UN1072 and

    UN1980.

    SP12112........................ Cylinders General........ Authorizes transportation 3 2

    in commerce of certain

    non-DOT specification

    cylinders which are used

    as components (fire

    extinguishers) in

    aircraft of foreign

    manufacture.

    SP12116........................ Cylinders General........ Authorizes transportation 2 2

    in commerce of certain

    hazardous materials, in

    non-DOT specification

    cylinders used for oil

    well sampling.

    SP12122........................ Cylinders General........ Authorizes manufacture, 1 3

    marking, sale, and use of

    non-DOT specification

    pressure vessels for use

    as components of

    automobile vehicle safety

    systems. The pressure

    vessels, charged with non-

    toxic, non-liquefied

    gases, or mixtures

    thereof, are authorized

    for transportation as

    specified.

    SP12135........................ Cylinders General........ Authorizes manufacture, 1 2

    marking, sale, and use of

    non-DOT specification

    cylinders (pressure

    vessels) for use as

    components of automobile

    vehicle safety systems.

    SP12155........................ Cylinders General........ Authorizes transportation 1 3

    in commerce of a non-DOT

    specification pressure

    vessel containing sulfur

    hexafluoride which is a

    component of an electric

    utility circuit

    interrupter unit.

    SP12178........................ Cylinders General........ Authorizes transportation 1 3

    in commerce of certain

    Division 2.1 gases in a

    DOT 2Q container.

    SP12187........................ Cylinders General........ Authorizes manufacture, 1 3

    marking, sale and use of

    a non-DOT specification

    cylinder conforming with

    all regulations

    applicable to a DOT

    specification 39

    cylinder, except as

    specified, for

    transportation in

    commerce of certain

    refrigerant gases; UN1956.

    SP12196........................ Cylinders General........ Authorizes manufacture, 1 3

    marking, sale and use of

    a non-DOT specification

    stainless steel alloy

    cylinder conforming with

    all regulations

    applicable to a DOT

    specification 3AA

    cylinder, except as

    specified. The packaging

    prescribed is a welded

    non-DOT specification

    cylinder having a maximum

    capacity of 50 cubic

    inches, constructed of 15-

    5 precipitation hardened

    (PH) stainless steel.

    SP12222........................ Cylinders General........ Authorizes manufacture, 1 3

    marking, sale and use of

    a DOT specification 39

    cylinder for transporting

    carbon dioxide (Division

    2.2) with a maximum

    permitted filling density

    of 75 percent.

    SP12274........................ Cylinders General........ Authorizes transportation 1 3

    in commerce of Division

    2.1 materials in a non-

    refillable, non-DOT

    specification inside

    container conforming in

    part with DOT

    specification 2P.

    SP12297........................ Cylinders General........ Authorizes manufacture, 1 3

    marking, sale and use of

    eight (8) non-DOT

    specification spherical

    pressure vessels

    conforming with all

    regulations applicable to

    a DOT specification 4DS

    cylinder, except as

    specified, for

    transportation in

    commerce of nitrogen,

    compressed, Division 2.2

    under the terms and

    conditions specified.

    SP12303........................ Cylinders General........ Authorizes transportation 1 2

    in commerce of certain

    Division 2.1, 2.2 and

    Class 3 materials in a

    non-DOT specification

    cylinder used for oil

    well sampling.

    SP12334........................ Cylinders General........ Authorizes manufacture, 1 2

    marking, sale and use of

    a non-DOT specification

    stainless steel cylinder

    conforming with all

    regulations applicable to

    a DOT specification 3A

    cylinder, except as

    specified, for

    transportation in

    commerce of certain

    compressed gases.

    SP12341........................ Cylinders General........ Authorizes transportation 1 2

    in commerce of a certain

    space satellite assembly

    containing non-DOT

    specification pressure

    vesselspressurized with

    certain Division 2.2

    materials.

    SP12384........................ Cylinders General........ Authorizes transportation 2 3

    in commerce of certain

    non-DOT specification

    hydraulic accumulators

    containing compressed

    nitrogen.

    SP12391........................ Cylinders General........ Authorizes transportation 7 2

    in commerce of certain

    Division 2.1 and 2.2

    gases, in ICC

    specification 3, 3A or

    3AA cylinders

    manufactured on or before

    December 31, 1945, and

    which have been retested

    at least every 10 years.

    SP12398........................ Cylinders General........ Authorizes transportation 1 5

    in commerce of certain

    DOT specification 3A and

    3AA cylinders equipped

    with alternative pressure

    relief devices and

    containing at least 165

    pounds of certain

    hazardous materials.

    SP12405........................ Cylinders General........ Authorizes transportation 5 2

    in commerce of certain

    hazardous materials in

    certain DOT specification

    seamless steel cylinders.

    UN1050, UN2193 and UN1080

    is authorized for

    transportation in liquid

    full DOT specification

    3A, 3AA, 3AX, 3AAX, or 3T

    cylinders.

    Page 5364

    SP12431........................ Cylinders General........ Authorizes transportation 2 3

    in commerce of non-DOT

    specification cylinders

    conforming with all

    regulations applicable to

    a DOT 4BA specification,

    except as specified, for

    transportation in

    commerce of certain

    Division 2.2 materials.

    SP12448........................ Cylinders General........ Authorizes transportation 1 2

    in commerce of anhydrous

    ammonia in DOT

    specification cylinders

    which are not authorized

    by the HMR for

    transportation of

    anhydrous ammonia..

    The cylinders are being

    transported to a disposal

    facility.

    SP12479........................ Cylinders General........ Authorizes manufacture, 1 2

    marking, sale and use of

    non-DOT specification

    fiberglass hoop wrapped

    cylinders for

    transportation in

    commerce of certain

    hazardous materials. The

    cylinders are authorized

    for self-contained

    underwater breathing

    apparatus (SCUBA) use.

    SP12499........................ Cylinders General........ Authorizes intrastate 1 2

    transportation in

    commerce of liquefied

    petroleum gas in certain

    non-DOT specification

    cargo tanks.

    SP12506........................ Cylinders General........ Authorizes transportation 1 2

    in commerce of fifteen

    non-DOT specification

    cylinders conforming with

    all regulations

    applicable to a DOT

    specification 4DS

    cylinder, except as

    specified, for

    transportation in

    commerce of

    bromotrifluoromethane

    under the terms and

    conditions specified.

    SP12521........................ Cylinders General........ Authorizes transportation 1 2

    in commerce of certain

    DOT specification and

    cylinders manufactured to

    a foreign specification

    which are charged for

    export only.

    SP12526........................ Cylinders General........ Authorizes manufacture, 1 3

    marking, sale and use of

    a gas purification

    apparatus containing a

    non-DOT specification

    stainless steel pressure

    vessel for transportation

    in commerce of certain

    hazardous materials.

    SP12531........................ Cylinders General........ Authorizes manufacture, 1 3

    marking, sale and use of

    a non-DOT specification

    cylinder conforming with

    all regulations

    applicable to a DOT

    specification 4BW

    cylinder, except as

    specified for

    transportation in

    commerce of certain

    hazardous materials.

    SP12532........................ Cylinders General........ Authorizes manufacture, 1 3

    marking, sale and use of

    a non-refillable, non-DOT

    specification cylinder

    conforming with all

    regulations applicable to

    a DOT specification 39

    cylinder, except as

    specified, for

    transportation in

    commerce of helium. Each

    cylinder is equipped with

    a pyrotechnic relief

    device and is part of a

    gas storage system.

    SP12562........................ Cylinders General........ Authorizes manufacture, 1 3

    marking, sale and use of

    a non-DOT specification

    non-refillable inside

    container conforming with

    all regulations

    applicable to a DOT

    specification 2P inner

    non-refillable metal

    receptacle except for

    size, testing

    requirements, and marking

    as specified, for

    transportation in

    commerce of certain

    hazardous materials.

    SP12571........................ Cylinders General........ Authorizes transportation 5 2

    in commerce of nitrogen

    trifluoride and nitrogen

    trifluoride mixtures in

    certain DOT specification

    cylinders that are not

    equipped with pressure

    relief devices.

    SP12580........................ Cylinders General........ Authorizes transportation 1 3

    in commerce of certain

    non-DOT specification

    foreign cylinders which

    are charged for export

    only.

    SP12589........................ Cylinders General........ Authorizes transportation 1 2

    in commerce of tungsten

    hexafluoride in certain

    DOT 3BN specification

    cylinders that previously

    contained hydrogen

    fluoride.

    SP12599........................ Cylinders General........ Authorizes transportation 1 3

    in commerce of silicon

    tetrafluoride, Division

    2.3, in certain

    manifolded DOT

    specification 3AA and

    3AAX cylinders.

    SP12643........................ Cylinders General........ Authorizes transportation 1 2

    in commerce of certain

    non-DOT specification

    refrigeration systems

    described as pulse tube

    coolers containing helium.

    SP12679........................ Cylinders General........ Authorizes manufacture, 1 2

    marking, sale and use of

    a non-refillable, non-DOT

    specification steel

    cylinder conforming with

    all regulations

    applicable to a DOT

    specification 39

    cylinder, except as

    specified, for

    transportation in

    commerce of certain

    hazardous materials.

    SP12716........................ Cylinders General........ Authorizes transportation 1 3

    in commerce of certain

    DOT specification 3AAX

    cylinders containing

    chlorine.

    SP12726........................ Cylinders General........ Authorizes transportation 18 2

    in commerce of certain

    non-DOT specification and

    DOT-4DA and 4DS

    specification cylinders,

    used as fire suppression

    systems in aircraft to be

    shipped, as fire

    extinguishers.

    SP12783........................ Cylinders General........ Authorizes transportation 1 2

    in commerce of certain

    non-DOT specification,

    non-refillable,

    containers containing

    certain Division 2.2

    materials, classed as ORM-

    D.

    Page 5365

    SP12818........................ Cylinders General........ Authorizes transportation 5 3

    in commerce of certain

    foreign manufactured non-

    DOT specification steel

    cylinders which are used

    as components (fire

    extinguishers) in

    aircraft.

    SP12855........................ Cylinders General........ Authorizes one-way 1 3

    transportation in

    commerce by highway motor

    vehicle of non-DOT

    specification pressure

    vessels (stainless steel

    heat and/or carbon steel

    heat exchangers)

    containing the residue of

    a Class 3 material.

    SP12865........................ Cylinders General........ Authorizes transportation 1 3

    in commerce of certain

    DOT specification

    cylinders and cylinders

    manufactured to a foreign

    specification which are

    charged for export only.

    SP12866........................ Cylinders General........ Authorizes transportation 1 3

    in commerce of certain

    non-DOT specification

    cylinders containing a

    Division 2.2 material,

    manufactured in

    accordance with DOT

    specification 3HT that

    have been marked with a

    steel stamp other than

    the low stress stamp

    required by the HMR.

    SP12868........................ Cylinders General........ Authorizes transportation 1 3

    in commerce of certain

    DOT specification

    cylinders and cylinders

    manufactured to a foreign

    specification which are

    charged for export only.

    SP12869........................ Cylinders General........ Authorizes transportation 1 3

    in commerce of certain

    DOT specification

    cylinders and cylinders

    manufactured to a foreign

    specification which are

    charged for export only.

    SP12899........................ Cylinders General........ Authorizes manufacture, 1 2

    marking, sale and use of

    a non-DOT specification

    cylinder conforming with

    all regulations

    applicable to a DOT

    specification 3A

    cylinder, except as

    specified, for

    transportation in

    commerce of certain

    hazardous materials.

    SP12929........................ Cylinders General........ Authorizes transportation 6 3

    in commerce of certain

    DOT specification

    cylinders manufactured to

    a foreign specification

    which are charged for

    export only.

    SP12955........................ Cylinders General........ Authorizes transportation 8 3

    in commerce of non-DOT

    specification fiber

    reinforced plastic (FRP),

    full composite (FC),

    compressed gas cylinders

    which are used as

    components in aircraft.

    SP12972........................ Cylinders General........ Authorizes transportation 1 3

    in commerce of certain

    DOT specification

    cylinders and non-DOT

    specification cylinders

    manufactured to a foreign

    specification which are

    charged for export only.

    SP12994........................ Cylinders General........ Authorizes transportation 3 3

    in commerce of certain

    DOT specification

    cylinders and non-DOT

    specification cylinders

    manufactured to a foreign

    specification which are

    charged for export only.

    SP13032........................ Cylinders General........ Authorizes manufacture, 1 2

    marking, sale and use of

    non-DOT specification,

    non-refillable, composite

    pressure vessels for

    transportation in

    commerce of certain

    hazardous materials.

    SP13036........................ Cylinders General........ Authorizes transportation 1 3

    in commerce of DOT

    specification 3E

    cylinders containing

    hydrogen in metal hydride

    as an integral part of a

    hydrogen maser (atomic

    clock).

    SP13107........................ Cylinders General........ Authorizes transportation 1 3

    in commerce of certain

    DOT specification

    cylinders as part of a

    Portable Emission

    Measurement System, that

    release a controlled

    amount of certain

    Division 2.1 materials

    during transportation

    under the terms and

    conditions specified.

    SP13112........................ Cylinders General........ Authorizes manufacture, 1 3

    marking, sale and use of

    non-DOT specification,

    non-refillable pressure

    vessels for

    transportation in

    commerce of certain

    hazardous materials.

    SP13135........................ Cylinders General........ Authorizes transportation 1 3

    in commerce of a certain

    space satellite assembly

    containing non-DOT

    specification pressure

    vessels pressurized with

    certain Division 2.2

    materials up to 2,000

    psig.

    SP13163........................ Cylinders General........ Authorizes transportation 1 3

    in commerce of certain

    infectious substances in

    special packagings.

    SP13167........................ Cylinders General........ Authorizes transportation 2 3

    in commerce of cylinders

    authorized under SP 11725

    which contain anhydrous

    ammonia and are installed

    in a device as part of an

    environmental

    conditioning system.

    SP13182........................ Cylinders General........ Authorizes transportation 3 3

    in commerce of phosphine

    in certain DOT

    specification and non-DOT

    specification cylinders.

    SP13201........................ Cylinders General........ Authorizes transportation 1 2

    in commerce of certain

    fire extinguisher tubes

    containing liquefied gas

    that exceed the

    prescribed size

    limitations.

    SP13220........................ Cylinders General........ Authorizes transportation 1 3

    in commerce of certain

    non-DOT specification

    welded pressure vessels

    containing certain

    compressed gases and

    liquid adsorbed onto a

    microporous substrate.

    SP13229........................ Cylinders General........ Authorizes transportation 3 3

    in commerce of phosphine

    in certain DOT

    specification and non-DOT

    specification cylinders.

    Page 5366

    SP13230........................ Cylinders General........ Authorizes manufacture, 1 2

    marking, sale and use of

    non-DOT specification

    cylinders conforming with

    all regulations

    applicable to a DOT

    specification 3AA or 3AAX

    cylinder except as

    specified, for

    transportation in

    commerce of certain

    hazardous materials.

    SP13232........................ Cylinders General........ Authorizes manufacture, 1 3

    marking, sale and use of

    cylinders conforming with

    all regulations

    applicable to a DOT

    specification 3AA, 3AAX

    and DOT 3T cylinders

    except as specified, for

    transportation in

    commerce of certain

    hazardous materials.

    SP13249........................ Cylinders General........ Authorizes transportation 1 2

    in commerce of sodium in

    DOT specification 4BW240

    or DOT-4BW260 cylinders

    that are visually

    inspected externally

    instead of the required

    hydrostatic

    requalification.

    SP13250........................ Cylinders General........ Authorizes manufacture, 1 2

    marking, sale and use of

    non-DOT specification

    fully wrapped carbon

    fiber reinforced brass

    lined cylinders for

    transportation in

    commerce of certain

    hazardous materials.

    SP13259........................ Cylinders General........ Authorizes manufacture, 1 3

    marking, sale and use of

    non-DOT specification

    cylinders conforming with

    all regulations

    applicable to a DOT

    specification 3E

    cylinder, except as

    specified, for

    transportation in

    commerce of those

    materials authorized in

    DOT specification 3E

    cylinders.

    SP13269........................ Cylinders General........ Authorizes one-way 1 3

    transportation in

    commerce of ammonia,

    anhydrous in a DOT

    specification cylinder

    that has developed a

    leak. The cylinder is

    equipped with an

    emergency kit to prevent

    leakage during

    transportation.

    SP13270........................ Cylinders General........ Authorizes manufacture, 1 3

    marking, sale and use of

    non-DOT specification

    pressure vessels for use

    as components of safety

    systems. The pressure

    vessels, charged with non-

    toxic, non-liquefied

    gases, are authorized for

    transportation in

    commerce as specified.

    SP13312........................ Cylinders General........ Authorizes transportation 2 2

    in commerce of certain

    DOT-3, 3A, and 3AA

    cylinders in chlorine and

    silane service with a

    pressure relief device

    that does not meet the

    requirements of Sec.

    173.301(f)(3).

    SP13317........................ Cylinders General........ Authorizes transportation 5 5

    in commerce of certain

    DOT specification 3AL

    cylinders, containing

    diborane and diborane

    mixtures.

    SP13323........................ Cylinders General........ Authorizes transportation 1 3

    in commerce of certain

    non-DOT specification

    cylinders containing

    samples of methane

    hydrate (frozen methane

    gas).

    SP13325........................ Cylinders General........ Authorizes transportation 4 3

    in commerce of certain

    compressed gases in DOT

    3A and 3AA specification

    cylinders which are

    equipped with a CG-4

    pressure relief device

    (PRD) set at 3,360 psig.

    SP13330........................ Cylinders General........ Authorizes manufacture, 1 3

    marking, sale and use of

    a non-DOT specification

    cylinder conforming with

    all regulations

    applicable to a DOT

    specification 3A

    cylinder, except as

    specified, for

    transportation in

    commerce of certain

    hazardous materials.

    SP13336........................ Cylinders General........ Authorizes manufacture, 1 3

    marking, sale and use of

    a non-DOT specification

    cylinder conforming with

    all regulations

    applicable to a DOT

    specification 3E

    cylinder, except as

    specified, for

    transportationin commerce

    of certain hazardous

    materials.

    SP13359........................ Cylinders General........ Authorizes transportation 1 3

    in commerce of certain

    non-DOT specification

    spherical pressure

    vessels containing boron

    trifluoride.

    SP13483........................ Cylinders General........ Authorizes manufacture, 1 3

    marking, sale and use of

    a non-DOT specification

    cylinder conforming in

    part with DOT-3AA

    specification, for use in

    transportation in

    commerce of certain non-

    flammable, non-liquefied

    compressed gases.

    SP13485........................ Cylinders General........ Authorizes manufacture, 3 2

    marking, sale and use of

    a non-DOT specification

    cylinder conforming with

    all regulations

    applicable to a DOT-3AA

    specification cylinder,

    except as specified, for

    transportation in

    commerce of certain

    hazardous materials.

    SP13488........................ Cylinders General........ Authorizes manufacture, 1 2

    marking, sale and use of

    a non-DOT specification

    cylinder conforming in

    part with the DOT-3AA

    specification, for use in

    transportation in

    commerce of certain non-

    flammable, non-liquefied

    compressed gases.

    SP13582........................ Cylinders General........ Authorizes transportation 1 3

    in commerce of certain

    DOT specification

    cylinders and cylinders

    manufactured to a foreign

    specification which are

    charged for export only.

    SP13598........................ Cylinders General........ Authorizes manufacture, 1 3

    marking, sale and use of

    hydrogen storage systems

    for use in fuel cells to

    power portable devices.

    The hydrogen storage

    systems utilize non-DOT

    specification cylinders

    containing hydrogen

    absorbed in metal hydride.

    SP13616........................ Cylinders General........ Authorizes transportation 1 2

    in commerce of helium,

    compressed in DOT

    specification cylinders

    which are manifolded and

    permanently mounted in a

    protective frame.

    Page 5367

    SP13977........................ Cylinders General........ Authorizes transportation 1 3

    in commerce of a non-DOT

    specification fiber

    reinforced plastic (FRP),

    full composite (FC),

    compressed gas cylinder

    which are used as

    components in aircraft.

    SP13999........................ Cylinders General........ Authorizes manufacture, 1 2

    marking, sale and use of

    a non-DOT specification

    fully-wrapped fiberglass

    composite cylinder with

    seamless, non-load

    sharing blow-molded

    thermoplastic liner for

    transportation in

    commerce of certain

    hazardous materials.

    SP14157........................ Cylinders General........ Authorizes manufacture, 1 3

    marking, sale and use of

    non-DOT specification

    cylinders conforming in

    part to the DOT-3AA

    specification, for use in

    transportation in

    commerce of certain non-

    flammable, non-liquefied

    compressed gases.

    SP14163........................ Cylinders General........ Authorizes transportation 3 3

    in commerce of certain

    Division 2.2 liquefied

    compressed gases in DOT

    specification cylinders

    that are not equipped

    with an individual

    shutoff valve.

    SP14171........................ Cylinders General........ Authorizes transportation 1 3

    in commerce of nitrogen,

    compressed in non-DOT

    specification fully

    wrapped carbon fiber

    reinforced aluminum lined

    cylinders that are an

    integral part of a

    pressure system

    classified as a corrosive.

    SP14209........................ Cylinders General........ Authorizes manufacture, 2 3

    marking, sale and use of

    a non-DOT specification

    fully wrapped carbon

    composite cylinder with

    seamless, non-load

    sharing plastic liner for

    transportation in

    commerce of the certain

    hazardous materials. The

    cylinders are authorized

    for self-contained

    underwater breathing

    apparatus (SCUBA) or self-

    contained breathing

    apparatus (SCBA) use.

    SP14232........................ Cylinders General........ Authorizes manufacture, 1 2

    marking, sale and use of

    a non-DOT specification

    cylinder conforming with

    ISO Standard 11119-2,

    except as specified, for

    transportation in

    commerce of certain

    hazardous materials.

    SP14237........................ Cylinders General........ Authorizes transportation 2 4

    in commerce of certain

    DOT specification

    cylinders and non-DOT

    specification pressure

    vessels for Division 2.3

    materials by motor

    vehicle, cargo vessel,

    and cargo aircraft.

    SP14338........................ Cylinders General........ Authorizes manufacture, 1 3

    marking, sale and use of

    a non-DOT specification

    cylinder conforming with

    all regulations

    applicable to a DOT

    specification 39

    cylinder, for

    transportation in

    commerce of certain

    hazardous materials. The

    cylinder is authorized

    for limited refills.

    SP14341........................ Cylinders General........ Authorizes manufacture, 2 3

    marking, sale and use of

    4BW240 cylinders for

    transportation of

    acrolein, Division 6.1 by

    motor vehicle and cargo

    vessel.

    SP14348........................ Cylinders General........ Authorizes transportation 4 3

    in commerce of certain

    Division 2.3 hazardous

    materials in DOT

    specification cylinders

    that may not have

    pressure relief devices.

    SP14349........................ Cylinders General........ Authorizes transportation 1 3

    in commerce of a non-DOT

    specification full

    opening head, steel

    salvage cylinder with a

    water capacity of more

    than 450L (119 gallons)

    for use in transporting

    damaged, leaking or

    improperly filled

    cylinders containing

    various hazardous

    materials.

    SP14356........................ Cylinders General........ Authorizes transportation 1 3

    in commerce of certain

    Division 4.2

    organometallic liquids in

    a non-DOT specification

    pressure vessel designed,

    constructed and ``U''

    stamped in accordance

    with the Section VIII,

    Div. 1 of the ASME Code.

    SP14372........................ Cylinders General........ Authorizes transportation 1 2

    in commerce of certain

    foreign manufactured non-

    DOT specification steel

    cylinders which are used

    as components (fire

    extinguishers) in

    aircraft.

    SP14374........................ Cylinders General........ Authorizes transportation 4 2

    in commerce of a Division

    4.3 material in a non-DOT

    specification pressure

    vessel.

    SP14382........................ Cylinders General........ Authorizes transportation 3 2

    in commerce of certain

    DOT specification 3BN

    nickel cylinders in

    dedicated,

    interchangeable tungsten

    hexafluoride/hydrogen

    fluoride service that are

    requalified using

    external visual

    inspection in lieu of

    hydrostatic pressure test

    and internal visual

    inspection.

    SP14384........................ Cylinders General........ Authorizes transportation 4 3

    in commerce of propylene

    in DOT 3AA or 3AL

    specification cylinders

    fitted with a CG-1

    pressure relief device

    (rupture disk) in lieu of

    the required CG-7

    pressure relief device.

    SP14396........................ Cylinders General........ Authorizes transportation 1 3

    in commerce for export

    only of arsine in certain

    DOT specification and non-

    DOT specification

    cylinders.

    SP14399........................ Cylinders General........ Authorizes manufacture, 1 3

    marking, sale and use of

    non-DOT specification

    cylinders conforming to

    all regulations

    applicable to a DOT

    specification 39

    cylinder, except as

    specified, for

    transportation in

    commerce of certain

    hazardous materials.

    Page 5368

    SP14402........................ Cylinders General........ Authorizes the 1 3

    manufacture, marking,

    sale, and use of a non-

    DOT specification fully

    wrapped fiber reinforced

    composite gas cylinder

    with a non-load sharing

    plastic liner that meets

    the ISO 11119-3 Standard

    except for the design

    water capacity and

    service pressure.

    SP14410........................ Cylinders General........ Authorizes transportation 1 3

    in commerce of certain

    Division 2.1 and Class 3

    materials in DOT

    specification 4BW

    cylinders that are

    periodically requalified

    using external visual

    inspection in lieu of the

    required hydrostatic

    requalification.

    SP14445........................ Cylinders General........ Authorizes manufacture, 1 3

    marking, sale and use of

    a non-refillable, non-DOT

    specification inside

    metal container

    conforming in part with

    DOT specification 2Q, for

    transportation in

    commerce of certain

    refrigerant gases.

    SP14457........................ Cylinders General........ Authorizes manufacture, 1 3

    marking, sale and use of

    a non-DOT specification

    fully-wrapped fiberglass

    composite cylinder with a

    welded carbon steel liner

    for transportation in

    commerce of certain

    hazardous materials.

    SP14469........................ Cylinders General........ Authorizes transportation 1 2

    in commerce of specific

    space satellites

    containing non-DOT

    specification pressure

    vessels pressurized with

    anhydrous ammonia with

    pressures up to 2,000

    psig.

    SP14476........................ Cylinders General........ Authorizes transportation 1 3

    in commerce of non-DOT

    specification pressure

    vessels (any combination

    of stainless steel,

    carbon steel, brass,

    copper, or nickel heat

    exchangers or tubes

    bundles) containing the

    residue of certain Class

    3 or Class 8 materials by

    motor vehicle.

    SP14480........................ Cylinders General........ Authorizes transportation 1 2

    in commerce of certain

    DOT specification

    cylinders and non-DOT

    specification cylinders

    manufactured to a foreign

    specification which are

    charged for export only.

    SP14496........................ Cylinders General........ Authorizes manufacture, 2 3

    marking, sale and use of

    a non-DOT specification

    cylinder, used for oil

    well sampling, conforming

    with all regulations

    applicable to a DOT

    specification 3A

    cylinder, except as

    specified, for

    transportation in

    commerce of certain

    hazardous materials.

    SP14526........................ Cylinders General........ Authorizes transportation 1 3

    in commerce of a Division

    2.2 compressed gas in non-

    refillable, non-DOT

    specification cylinders

    similar to DOT-39 that

    are used as components in

    military vehicles.

    SP14543........................ Cylinders General........ Authorizes manufacture, 1 3

    marking, sale and use of

    a DOT specification 39

    cylinder for transporting

    carbon dioxide (Division

    2.2) with a maximum

    permitted filling density

    of 75 percent.

    SP14550........................ Cylinders General........ Authorizes filling, for 1 2

    export only, of non-DOT

    specification pressure

    vessels containing a

    liquefied flammable gas,

    and the return of the

    pressure vessels to the

    United States, for

    purposes of refilling for

    export only, when

    containing a residue of

    the hazardous material.

    SP14591........................ Cylinders General........ Authorizes manufacture, 1 3

    marking, sale and use of

    non-DOT specification

    insulated cryogenic

    cylinder conforming with

    all regulations

    applicable to a DOT

    specification 4L cylinder

    for transportation in

    commerce of oxygen,

    refrigerated liquid.

    SP14601........................ Cylinders General........ Authorizes transportation 1 3

    in commerce of certain

    non-DOT specification

    spherical pressure

    vessels for

    transportation in

    commerce of boron

    trifluoride.

    SP14602........................ Cylinders General........ Authorizes transportation 1 2

    in commerce of anhydrous

    ammonia in non-DOT

    specification packaging.

    SP14624........................ Cylinders General........ Authorizes foreign 1 3

    manufacture, marking,

    sale and use of non-DOT

    specification fiber

    reinforced plastic (FRP)

    full composite (FC)

    cylinders for

    transportation in

    commerce of certain

    Division 2.1 and 2.2

    compressed gases.

    SP14631........................ Cylinders General........ Authorizes manufacture, 1 3

    marking, sale and use of

    non-DOT specification

    cylinders (pressure

    vessels) for use as

    components of automobile

    vehicle safety systems.

    SP14636........................ Cylinders General........ Authorizes transportation 2 2

    in commerce of certain

    DOT specification 3AA and

    3T cylinders that are

    past the test date for

    requalification. The

    prescribed packagings are

    tube trailers containing

    DOT specification 3AA or

    3T cylinders.

    SP14638........................ Cylinders General........ Authorizes transportation 1 2

    in commerce of up to two

    non-DOT specification

    pressure vessels

    containing magnesium or

    magnesium alloys under an

    argon gas blanket further

    packaged in a non-DOT

    specification wooden box

    capable of meeting the

    performance requirements

    for PG II.

    Page 5369

    SP14651........................ Cylinders General........ Authorizes transportation 1 2

    in commerce of silicon

    tetrafluoride, 2.3 Hazard

    Zone B, in bundles of

    manifolded DOT

    specification 3A and 3AA

    cylinders.

    SP14683........................ Cylinders General........ Authorizes manufacture, 1 3

    marking, sale and use of

    non-DOT specification

    steel water pump system

    tanks that exceed the

    prescribed maximum

    outside diameter and wall

    stress used for the

    transportation in

    commerce of compressed

    air.

    SP14700........................ Cylinders General........ Authorizes transportation 1 3

    in commerce of certain

    fully wrapped fiber-

    reinforced composite

    cylinders containing

    compressed air under the

    exception provided for

    water pump system tanks

    in Sec. 173.306(g).

    SP14744........................ Cylinders General........ Authorizes transportation 1 3

    in commerce of manifolded

    DOT and ICC specification

    3A, 3AA and 3AL cylinders

    containing nitrogen,

    compressed without

    pressure relief devices

    and a non-DOT

    specification

    refrigeration system

    described as pulse tube

    coolers containing helium.

    SP14763........................ Cylinders General........ Authorizes manufacture, 1 2

    marking, sale, and use of

    a non-DOT specification

    packaging conforming in

    part with the DOT

    specification 3A, except

    as specified, for

    transportation in

    commerce of certain

    hazardous materials.

    SP14778........................ Cylinders General........ Authorizes transportation 1 3

    in commerce of certain

    non-DOT specification

    welded steel cylinders

    containing a Division 2.2

    compressed gas for export

    only.

    SP14781........................ Cylinders General........ Authorizes transportation 1 3

    in commerce of compressed

    hydrogen in manifold and

    framed non-DOT

    specification seamless

    steel cylinders

    originally certified as

    specification DOT-107A

    seamless steel tank car

    tanks.

    SP14782........................ Cylinders General........ Authorizes transportation 1 2

    in commerce of sulfur

    hexafluoride in a non-DOT

    specification pressure

    vessel which is a

    component of an electric

    utility circuit

    interrupter unit.

    SP14796........................ Cylinders General........ Authorizes transportation 1 2

    in commerce of non-DOT

    specification cylinders

    containing bromine

    trifluoride.

    SP14799........................ Cylinders General........ Authorizes manufacture, 1 2

    marking, sale and use of

    a non-DOT specification

    cylinder (pressure

    vessel) as a component of

    automobile safety

    systems. The pressure

    vessel, charged with non-

    toxic, non-liquefied

    gases, is authorized for

    transportation in

    commerce subject to the

    requirements and

    limitations specified.

    SP14803........................ Cylinders General........ Authorizes foreign 1 3

    manufacture, marking,

    sale, and use of non-DOT

    specification fully

    wrapped carbon-fiber

    reinforced aluminum lined

    cylinders for

    transportation in

    commerce of certain

    hazardous materials.

    SP14808........................ Cylinders General........ Authorizes manufacture, 2 2

    marking, sale and use of

    non-DOT specification

    cylinders, similar to a

    DOT 4BA, except as

    specified, for

    transportation in

    commerce of certain

    hazardous materials.

    SP14811........................ Cylinders General........ Authorizes manufacture, 1 2

    marking, sale, and use of

    a DOT specification 3AA

    cylinder manufactured

    using a bend test in lieu

    of a flattening test.

    SP14818........................ Cylinders General........ Authorizes manufacture, 1 3

    marking, sale, and use of

    certain fully wrapped

    fiber reinforced

    composite cylinders

    containing compressed air

    under the exception

    provided for water pump

    system tanks in

    173.306(g).

    SP14831........................ Cylinders General........ Authorizes use of DOT 1 3

    specification 3A or 3AA

    cylinders for

    transportation in

    commerce of certain

    compressed gases.

    SP14833........................ Cylinders General........ Authorizes foreign 1 3

    manufacture, marking,

    sale and use of a non-DOT

    specification cylinder

    (pressure vessel) charged

    with a non-toxic, non-

    liquefied gas and is used

    as a component of an

    automobile safety system

    and transported in

    commerce.

    SP14839........................ Cylinders General........ Authorizes transportation 1 2

    in commerce of air,

    compressed; argon,

    compressed; helium,

    compressed; neon,

    compressed; nitrogen,

    compressed; or oxygen,

    compressed in DOT

    specification 3A and 3AA

    cylinders with maximum

    water capacity of 125

    pounds that have been

    tested every 15 years

    instead of every 10

    years. Cylinders must

    have a minimum marked

    service pressure of 1800

    psig and be star (*)

    marked.

    SP14864........................ Cylinders General........ Authorizes transportation 1 3

    in commerce of ethylene

    in non-DOT specification

    containers, most

    comparable to the DOT-2Q,

    and allows for the

    controlled release of the

    hazardous material for

    the purposes of ripening

    produce.

    SP14919........................ Cylinders General........ Authorizes manufacture, 1 3

    marking, sale and use of

    a non-DOT specification

    cylinder (pressure

    vessel) for use as a

    component of automobile

    safety systems.

    Page 5370

    SP14932........................ Cylinders General........ Authorizes foreign 1 2

    manufacture, marking,

    sale and use of non-DOT

    specification fully

    wrapped carbon fiber

    reinforced aluminum lined

    cylinders for

    transportation in

    commerce of certain

    hazardous materials.

    SP14950........................ Cylinders General........ Authorizes rebuilding or 1 3

    modification and sale of

    certain DOT specification

    4B, 4BA, and 4BW

    cylinders, by replacing

    or adding openings for

    outlet fittings on the

    upper head for use in

    transportation in

    commerce of certain

    hazardous materials.

    SP14951........................ Cylinders General........ Authorizes manufacture, 1 2

    marking, sale, and use of

    a non-DOT specification

    fully wrapped fiber

    reinforced composite gas

    cylinder with a non-load

    sharing plastic liner

    that meets the ISO 11119-

    3 Standard except for the

    design water capacity and

    working pressure for

    transportation in

    commerce of argon,

    compressed; helium,

    compressed; hydrogen,

    compressed; neon,

    compressed; nitrogen,

    compressed; and methane,

    compressed or natural

    gas, compressed (with

    high methane content).

    SP14952........................ Cylinders General........ Authorizes transportation 1 2

    in commerce of methyl

    bromide and chloropicrin

    and methyl bromide

    mixtures in non-DOT

    specification cylinders

    by motor vehicle and

    cargo vessel for export

    only.

    SP14966........................ Cylinders General........ Authorizes manufacture, 2 2

    marking, sale and use of

    a non-DOT specification,

    pre-braided fully wrapped

    carbon composite (PBFWCC)

    gas cylinder with a non-

    metallic and non-load

    sharing plastic liner for

    transportation in

    commerce of air,

    compressed (containing up

    to 39% by volume oxygen).

    SP14971........................ Cylinders General........ Authorizes controlled 2 3

    release of nitrogen and

    air from cylinders during

    transportation to

    maintain an inert

    atmosphere in a shipping

    container which is

    required to protect the

    specialized electronic

    sensors.

    SP14977........................ Cylinders General........ Authorizes transportation 5 3

    in commerce of silane in

    certain DOT specification

    cylinders that are not

    equipped with pressure

    relief devices.

    SP14981........................ Cylinders General........ Authorizes manufacture, 1 3

    marking, sale and use of

    non-DOT specification

    cylinders containing

    compressed gas n.o.s.

    (containing nitrogen and

    helium) and phosphorus

    tribromide for use as

    fire extinguishing

    canisters installed on

    aircraft.

    SP14984........................ Cylinders General........ Authorizes use of non-DOT 1 3

    specification foreign

    cylinders containing

    dichlorosilane for

    transportation in

    commerce by motor vehicle

    and cargo vessel.

    SP15002........................ Cylinders General........ Authorizes transportation 1 3

    in commerce of DOT

    specification cylinders

    containing liquefied

    petroleum gas (LPG) and/

    or residue of LPG without

    hazard warning labels

    when transported in a

    transport vehicle that is

    placarded.

    SP15070........................ Cylinders General........ Authorizes manufacture, 1 2

    marking, sale and use of

    non-DOT specification

    fully wrapped carbon-

    fiber reinforced brass

    lined cylinders for

    transportation in

    commerce of certain

    hazardous materials.

    SP15077........................ Cylinders General........ Authorizes transportation 1 3

    in commerce of certain

    cylinders of compressed

    gases with a subsidiary

    hazard of Division 5.1,

    when other means of

    transportation are

    impracticable, without

    their outer packaging

    being capable of passing

    the Flame Penetration and

    Resistance Test and the

    Thermal Resistance Test.

    SP15110........................ Cylinders General........ Authorizes manufacture, 1 2

    marking, sale and use of

    non-DOT specification

    cylinders (fire

    extinguishers) that are

    used as components on

    military vehicles and

    commercial buses for

    transportation in

    commerce of compressed

    gases.

    SP15132........................ Cylinders General........ Authorizes use of non-DOT 1 2

    specification cylinders

    similar to DOT

    specification 4D

    cylinders for

    transportation in

    commerce of certain

    Division 2.1 and 2.2

    gases by motor vehicle.

    SP15163........................ Cylinders General........ Authorizes transportation 1 3

    in commerce of certain

    cylinders of compressed

    gases with a subsidiary

    hazard of Division 5.1,

    when other means of

    transportation are

    impracticable, without

    their outer packaging

    being capable of passing

    the Flame Penetration and

    Resistance Test and the

    Thermal Resistance Test.

    SP15164........................ Cylinders General........ Authorizes transportation 1 3

    in commerce of certain

    cylinders of compressed

    gases with a subsidiary

    hazard of Division 5.1,

    when other means of

    transportation are

    impracticable, without

    their outer packaging

    being capable of passing

    the Flame Penetration and

    Resistance Test and the

    Thermal Resistance Test.

    SP15233........................ Cylinders General........ Authorizes transportation 1 2

    in commerce of certain

    non-DOT specification and

    DOT specification 4DA and

    4DS cylinders, used as

    fire suppression systems

    in aircraft to be

    shipped, as fire

    extinguishers.

    Page 5371

    SP15237........................ Cylinders General........ Authorizes certain non-DOT 1 2

    specification and DOT

    specification 4DA and 4DS

    cylinders, used as fire

    suppression systems in

    aircraft to be shipped,

    as fire extinguishers.

    The cylinders must

    contain

    bromotrifluoromethane or

    refrigerant gas, R 13B1,

    2.2, UN1009 used in

    dedicated service.

    SP15277........................ Cylinders General........ Authorizes transportation 1 2

    in commerce of certain

    non-DOT specification and

    DOT-4DA and 4DS

    specification cylinders,

    used as fire suppression

    systems in aircraft to be

    shipped as fire

    extinguishers.

    SP15347........................ Cylinders General........ Authorizes transportation 2 3

    in commerce of a

    compressed gas, n.o.s.

    (tetrafluoromethane and

    argon), Division 2.2, in

    non-DOT specification

    packagings described as a

    coolant supply assembly.

    SP15372........................ Cylinders General........ Authorizes manufacture, 1 2

    marking, sale and use of

    non-DOT specification

    cylinders (pressure

    vessels) for use as

    components of safety

    systems. The cylinders

    charged with non-toxic,

    non-liquefied gases are

    authorized for

    transportation in

    commerce of certain

    hazardous materials.

    SP15389........................ Cylinders General........ Authorizes manufacture, 1 3

    marking, sale and use of

    non-DOT specification

    cylinders conforming to

    all regulations

    applicable to DOT

    specification 39

    cylinders, except as

    specified, for

    transportation in

    commerce of compressed

    oxygen and certain

    flammable or non-

    flammable gases.

    SP15404........................ Cylinders General........ Authorizes transportation 1 2

    in commerce of certain

    hazardous materials in

    non-DOT specification

    cylinders used for oil

    well sampling.

    SP15428........................ Cylinders General........ Authorizes transportation 1 2

    in commerce of a space

    capsule containing non-

    DOT specification

    packagings of certain

    hazardous materials.

    SP15442........................ Cylinders General........ Authorizes transportation 1 3

    in commerce of hydrogen

    fluoride, anhydrous in a

    non-DOT specification

    cylinder.

    SP15458........................ Cylinders General........ Authorizes transportation 1 2

    in commerce of specially

    designed non-DOT

    specification pressure

    vessels containing

    compressed

    sulfurhexafluoride. The

    pressure vessels are

    described as epoxy

    interrupter housings,

    used in the electrical

    utility industry.

    SP15461........................ Cylinders General........ Authorizes transportation 1 2

    in commerce of non-DOT

    specification cylinders

    containing certain

    Division 2.2 gases for

    the purpose of conducting

    testing in the United

    States.

    SP15466........................ Cylinders General........ Authorizes transportation 1 2

    in commerce of certain

    non-DOT specification and

    DOT specification 4DA and

    4DS cylinders, used as

    fire suppression systems

    in aircraft to be

    shipped, as fire

    extinguishers.

    SP15483........................ Cylinders General........ Authorizes transportation 1 2

    in commerce of certain

    Division 2.2 compressed

    gases in non-DOT

    specification cylinders

    to support the

    International Space

    Station.

    SP15491........................ Cylinders General........ Authorizes transportation 1 3

    in commerce of certain

    non-DOT specification

    cylinders manufactured to

    a foreign specification

    which are charged with a

    Division 2.2 gas for

    export only.

    SP15493........................ Cylinders General........ Authorizes manufacture, 1 3

    marking, sale and use of

    a non-DOT specification

    cylinder conforming to

    all regulations

    applicable to a DOT

    specification 39, except

    as specified, for

    transportation in

    commerce of a Division

    2.2 material.

    SP15507........................ Cylinders General........ Authorizes the 1 3

    manufacture, marking,

    sale and use of a non-

    refillable, non-DOT

    specification inside

    metal container

    conforming with all

    regulations applicable to

    a DOT specification 2Q,

    except as specified, for

    transportation in

    commerce of certain

    hazardous materials.

    SP15509........................ Cylinders General........ Authorizes transportation 1 2

    in commerce of a Division

    2.2 compressed gas in a

    non-DOT specification

    cylinder which is a

    component of a

    pressurized flight

    vehicle.

    SP15515........................ Cylinders General........ Authorizes a specification 1 3

    carbon composite

    overwrapped pressure

    vessel further packed in

    an ATA-300 Category-1

    outer packaging.

    SP15531........................ Cylinders General........ Authorizes transportation 1 3

    in commerce of a small

    amount of propane gas

    (Division 2.1) in a non-

    DOT specification

    container.

    SP15532........................ Cylinders General........ Authorizes one-time, one- 1 2

    way transportation in

    commerce for disposal of

    a non-DOT specification,

    irregularly shaped,

    sodium dispersion vessel

    in alternative outer

    packaging.

    SP15536........................ Cylinders General........ Authorizes use of DOT-107A 1 2

    tank car tanks (tubes)

    for transportation in

    commerce of certain gases.

    SP15555........................ Cylinders General........ Authorizes manufacture, 1 3

    marking, sale and use of

    non-DOT specification

    cylinders for use in oil

    well sampling.

    Page 5372

    SP15566........................ Cylinders General........ Authorizes transportation 1 3

    in commerce of certain

    cylinders of compressed

    oxygen, when ground and

    vessel transportation is

    unavailable and no other

    practical means of

    transportation exist,

    without their outer

    packaging being capable

    of passing the Flame

    Penetration and

    Resistance Test and the

    Thermal Resistance Test.

    SP15593........................ Cylinders General........ Authorizes manufacture, 1 3

    marking, sale, and use of

    non-DOT specification non-

    refillable inside

    containers to be used for

    transportation in

    commerce of certain

    Division 2.1 gases.

    SP15610........................ Cylinders General........ Authorizes transportation 1 2

    in commerce of certain

    gases in DOT 3A, 3AA,

    3AX, 3AAX and 3T

    cylinders.

    SP15634........................ Cylinders General........ Authorizes use of used DOT 1 3

    3AL cylinders for

    transportation in

    commerce of carbon

    dioxide.

    SP15665........................ Cylinders General........ Authorizes transportation 1 2

    in commerce of a DOT

    specification 4AA

    cylinder containing

    anhydrous ammonia that

    developed a leak and is

    equipped with a Chlorine

    Institute Kit ``A'' to

    prevent leakage during

    transportation.

    ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

    Cylinders--NDT/Aerosols

    ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

    SP8944......................... Cylinders--NDT/Aerosols.. Authorizes use of AE/UE in 1 4

    place of the internal

    visual inspection and

    hydrostatic retest

    required by Sec.

    180.205 for DOT 3A, 3AX,

    3AA, 3AAX and 3T

    cylinders.

    SP9758......................... Cylinders--NDT/Aerosols.. Authorizes transportation 2 3

    in commerce of a Division

    2.1 material in a non-

    refillable, non-DOT

    specification inside

    container conforming to

    DOT specification 2P

    except for size, testing

    requirements, wall

    thickness, marking and

    material requirements.

    SP9847......................... Cylinders--NDT/Aerosols.. Authorizes transportation 1 4

    in commerce of certain

    gases in DOT 3A, 3AA,

    3AX, 3AAX, 3T cylinders,

    non-DOT cylinders made

    under SPs 13230, 13258

    and UN cylinders made in

    accordance with ISO

    11120. The cylinders

    (tubes) are retested by

    AE/UE in place of the

    internal visual

    inspection and the

    hydrostatic retest

    required in Sec.

    180.205.

    SP10704........................ Cylinders--NDT/Aerosols.. Authorizes transportation 13 3

    in commerce of certain

    DOT specification 2Q

    containers with Division

    2.2 materials. Uses for

    the gas include but are

    not limited to:

    Calibration and

    functional checks of

    environmental quality

    monitors, medical

    analyzers, or medical

    monitors.

    SP10922........................ Cylinders--NDT/Aerosols.. Authorizes use of certain 1 4

    DOT specification 3A,

    3AA, 3AX, 3AAX and 3T

    cylinders or DOT UN

    refillable pressure

    receptacles for

    transportation in

    commerce of certain

    compressed gases.

    SP11516........................ Cylinders--NDT/Aerosols.. Authorizes transportation 30 3

    in commerce of certain

    DOT specification 2Q

    containers containing

    hazardous materials

    (i.e., UN1030, UN1954,

    and UN1956).

    SP11526........................ Cylinders--NDT/Aerosols.. Authorizes use of certain 3 4

    DOT specification 3A,

    3AA, cylinders and

    cylinders manufactured

    under SPs 9370 and 9909

    for transportation in

    commerce of liquefied or

    non-liquefied compressed

    gases, or mixtures of

    such compressed gases

    when retested by a 100%

    UE of the sidewall in

    lieu of the internal

    visual and the

    hydrostatic retest.

    SP11667........................ Cylinders--NDT/Aerosols.. Authorizes transportation 1 4

    in commerce of certain

    gases in DOT 3AX, 3AAX,

    3T, 3AA and 3A cylinders.

    The cylinders (tubes) are

    retested by AE/UE in

    place of the internal

    visual inspection and the

    hydrostatic retest

    required in Sec.

    180.205.

    SP11798........................ Cylinders--NDT/Aerosols.. Authorizes a 10-year 7 4

    retest interval for

    specification DOT 3A and

    3AA cylinders used for

    transportation in

    commerce of certain

    Division 2.1 and Division

    2.2 gases.

    SP11826........................ Cylinders--NDT/Aerosols.. Authorizes DOT 6 4

    specification 3AL

    cylinders, with specially

    treated interiors to

    prevent chloride/aluminum

    interaction, to be used

    for transportation in

    commerce of the

    compressed gas mixtures.

    SP12022........................ Cylinders--NDT/Aerosols.. Authorizes use of certain 2 4

    DOT specification 3A,

    3AA, 3BN cylinders and

    cylinders manufactured

    under SPs 9421, 9706,

    9909 and 10047 for

    transportation in

    commerce of the

    compressed gases. The

    cylinders are retested by

    a one hundred percent

    (100%) UE in lieu of the

    internal visual and the

    hydrostatic retest

    required in Sec.

    180.205.

    SP12184........................ Cylinders--NDT/Aerosols.. Authorizes transportation 1 4

    in commerce of certain

    gases in DOT

    specification 3A, 3AA,

    3AX, 3AAX, and 3T

    cylinders. The cylinders

    (tubes) are retested by

    AE/UE in place of the

    internal visual

    inspection and the

    hydrostatic retest

    required in Sec.

    180.205.

    Page 5373

    SP12247........................ Cylinders--NDT/Aerosols.. Authorizes use of certain 1 4

    DOT specification 3A,

    3AA, 3AX, 3AAX, 3T

    cylinders and cylinders

    manufactured under SPs

    9001, 9370, 9421, 9706,

    9909, 9791, 10047, 10869

    and 11692 for

    transportation in

    commerce of the

    compressed gases. The

    cylinders are retested by

    a 100% UE in lieu of the

    internal visual and the

    hydrostatic retest

    required in Sec.

    180.205.

    SP12399........................ Cylinders--NDT/Aerosols.. Authorizes use of certain 1 4

    DOT specification 3AL

    cylinders and aluminum

    cylinders manufactured

    under SP 12440 used for

    transportation in

    commerce of liquefied or

    non-liquefied compressed

    gases, or mixtures of

    such compressed gases,

    classed as Division 2.1,

    (flammable gas) Division

    2.2, (non-flammable gas)

    or Division 2.3, (gases

    which are toxic by

    inhalation (TIH)) when

    retested by a one hundred

    percent (100%) UE in lieu

    of the internal visual

    and the hydrostatic

    retest required in Sec.

    180.205.

    SP12552........................ Cylinders--NDT/Aerosols.. Authorizes manufacture, 1 3

    marking, sale and use of

    certain DOT specification

    2Q, non-refillable,

    aerosol containers filled

    with a propellant gas and

    a non-hazardous material

    as specified herein for

    transportation in

    commerce.

    SP12574........................ Cylinders--NDT/Aerosols.. Authorizes transportation 1 4

    in commerce of certain

    compressed gases in

    manifolded and framed non-

    DOT specification

    seamless steel cylinders.

    The cylinders are

    retested by AE and UE in

    place of the internal

    visual inspection and the

    hydrostatic retest

    required in Sec.

    180.205.

    SP12607........................ Cylinders--NDT/Aerosols.. Authorizes use of certain 1 4

    DOT specification 3AL

    cylinders used for

    transportation in

    commerce of the

    compressed gases, when

    retested by a 100% UE in

    lieu of the internal

    visual and the

    hydrostatic retest

    required in Sec.

    180.209.

    SP12629........................ Cylinders--NDT/Aerosols.. Authorizes transportation 1 4

    in commerce of certain

    gases in DOT 3AX, 3AAX,

    3T, 3AA and 3A cylinders.

    The cylinders (tubes) are

    retested using AE/UE in

    place of the internal

    visual inspection and the

    hydrostatic retest

    required in Sec.

    180.205.

    SP12690........................ Cylinders--NDT/Aerosols.. Authorizes transportation 4 4

    in commerce of chlorine

    in a DOT specification

    3AA steel cylinder

    containing over 150

    pounds of chlorine gas

    and UE as an alternative

    method for

    requalification in lieu

    of internal visual

    inspection and

    hydrostatic pressure

    testing in Sec. 180.205.

    SP12718........................ Cylinders--NDT/Aerosols.. Authorizes use of certain 1 4

    DOT specification 3AL

    cylinders used for

    transportation in

    commerce of the

    compressed gases, when

    retested by a 100% UE in

    lieu of the internal

    visual and the

    hydrostatic retest.

    SP12838........................ Cylinders--NDT/Aerosols.. Authorizes transportation 1 4

    in commerce of certain

    gases in DOT 3AX, 3AAX,

    3T, 3AA and 3A cylinders.

    The cylinders (tubes) are

    retested by AE/UE in

    place of the internal

    visual inspection and the

    hydrostatic retest

    required in Sec.

    180.205.

    SP13208........................ Cylinders--NDT/Aerosols.. Authorizes transportation 2 3

    in commerce of certain

    DOT specification 2Q

    containers containing

    only a Division 2.2

    material for use in

    medical treatment.

    SP13292........................ Cylinders--NDT/Aerosols.. Authorizes manufacture, 1 1

    marking, sale and use of

    non-DOT specification,

    non-refillable plastic

    containers for

    transportation in

    commerce of a Division

    2.2 gas and a non-

    hazardous material.

    SP13961........................ Cylinders--NDT/Aerosols.. Authorizes use of DOT 1 4

    specification 3AL

    cylinders for

    transportation in

    commerce of certain

    compressed gases, when

    retested by a 100% UE in

    lieu of the internal

    visual and the

    hydrostatic retest.

    SP13998........................ Cylinders--NDT/Aerosols.. Authorizes use of certain 1 4

    DOT specification 3A,

    3AA, 3BN cylinders and

    cylinders manufactured

    under certain SPs for

    transportation in

    commerce of the

    compressed gases, when

    retested by a one hundred

    percent (100%) UE in lieu

    of the internal visual

    and the hydrostatic

    retest.

    SP14149........................ Cylinders--NDT/Aerosols.. Authorizes use of DOT 1 4

    specification 3AL

    cylinders and cylinders

    manufactured under SP

    12440 for transportation

    in commerce of the

    compressed gases, when

    retested by a 100% UE in

    lieu of the internal

    visual and the

    hydrostatic retest.

    SP14175........................ Cylinders--NDT/Aerosols.. Authorizes a 10-year 118 4

    retest interval for

    certain DOT specification

    3A and 3AA cylinders used

    for transportation in

    commerce of certain

    Division 2.1 and Division

    2.2 gases in bundles of

    up to 24 cylinders.

    Page 5374

    SP14206........................ Cylinders--NDT/Aerosols.. Authorizes use of certain 1 4

    DOT specification 3A,

    3AA, 3BN cylinders and

    cylinders manufactured

    under SPs 9001, 9421,

    9370, 9706, 9791, 9909,

    10047, 10869 and 11692

    for transportation in

    commerce of compressed

    gases, when retested by a

    one hundred percent

    (100%) UE in lieu of the

    internal visual and the

    hydrostatic retest.

    SP14239........................ Cylinders--NDT/Aerosols.. Authorizes transportation 1 4

    in commerce of certain

    gases in DOT 3A, 3AX,

    3AAX, 3AA and 3T

    cylinders. The cylinders

    (tubes) are retested by

    AE/UE in place of the

    internal visual

    inspection and the

    hydrostatic retest

    required in Sec.

    180.205.

    SP14254........................ Cylinders--NDT/Aerosols.. Authorizes transportation 1 5

    in commerce of aerosols

    with a capacity of 50 ml

    (1.69 fluid ounces) or

    less containing Division

    2.2 material and no other

    hazardous materials as

    not subject to the HMR.

    SP14289........................ Cylinders--NDT/Aerosols.. Authorizes a 10-year 1 4

    retest interval for

    certain DOT 3AX, 3AAX,

    3T, 3AA and 3A cylinders

    (tubes) used for

    transportation in of

    certain Division 2.1 and

    Division 2.2 gases. The

    cylinders are retested by

    AE/UE in place of the

    hydrostatic retest

    required in Sec.

    180.205.

    SP14298........................ Cylinders--NDT/Aerosols.. Authorizes transportation 1 4

    in commerce of certain

    Division 2.1 and 2.2

    materials in DOT

    specification 3A, 3AA,

    3AX, 3AAX and 3T

    cylinders (tubes) having

    a water capacity over 125

    lbs that are requalified

    (using AE/UE or 100% UE

    methods in lieu of

    hydrostatic testing and

    visual inspection) every

    10 years rather than

    every 5 years. The 3AX,

    3AAX, and 3T cylinders

    (tubes) must be mounted

    in an ISO frame or on a

    trailer frame.

    SP14313........................ Cylinders--NDT/Aerosols.. Authorizes use of certain 2 4

    DOT specification 3A,

    3AA, and 3AL cylinders

    and cylinders

    manufactured under

    certain SPs for

    transportation in

    commerce of the

    compressed gases, when

    retested by a one hundred

    percent (100%) UE in lieu

    of the internal visual

    and the hydrostatic

    retest required in 49 CFR

    Sec. 180.205.

    SP14453........................ Cylinders--NDT/Aerosols.. Authorizes transportation 1 4

    in commerce of certain

    Division 2.1 and Division

    2.2 materials in DOT

    specification 3A, 3AA,

    3AX, 3AAX and 3T

    cylinders having a water

    capacity over 125 lbs

    that are requalified

    every 10 years rather

    than every 5 years when

    requalified by 100% UE.

    SP14507........................ Cylinders--NDT/Aerosols.. Authorizes use of certain 1 4

    DOT specification 3AL

    cylinders made of

    aluminum alloy for

    transportation in

    commerce of the

    compressed gases, when

    retested by a 100% UE in

    lieu of the internal

    visual and the

    hydrostatic retest.

    SP14508........................ Cylinders--NDT/Aerosols.. Authorizes use of certain 1 4

    DOT specification 3A,

    3AA, 3BN cylinders and

    cylinders manufactured

    under SPs 9001, 9370,

    9421, 9706, 9791, 9909,

    10047, 10869 and 11692

    for transportation in

    commerce of the

    compressed gases, when

    retested by a one hundred

    percent (100%) UE in lieu

    of the internal visual

    and the hydrostatic

    retest.

    SP14546........................ Cylinders--NDT/Aerosols.. Authorizes transportation 2 4

    in commerce of certain

    hazardous materials in

    DOT specification 3AL

    cylinders manufactured

    from aluminum alloy that

    are requalified every 10

    years rather than every 5

    years using 100% UE.

    SP14584........................ Cylinders--NDT/Aerosols.. Authorizes transportation 1 4

    in commerce of certain

    gases in DOT 3A, 3AA,

    3AX, 3AAX and 3T

    cylinders that are

    retested by AE/UE in lieu

    of the internal visual

    inspection and the

    hydrostatic retest

    required in Sec.

    180.205.

    SP14617........................ Cylinders--NDT/Aerosols.. Authorizes use of DOT 1 4

    specification 3A, 3AA or

    3AL cylinders for

    transportation in

    commerce of certain

    compressed gases. The

    cylinders are retested by

    utilizing the 100% UE

    procedures in place of

    the internal visual

    inspection and the

    hydrostatic retest

    required in Sec.

    180.205.

    SP14661........................ Cylinders--NDT/Aerosols.. Authorizes use of DOT 1 4

    specification 3A, 3AA,

    3AX, 3AAX and 3T

    cylinders having a water

    capacity over 125 lbs.

    that are periodically

    requalified every 10

    years rather than every 5

    years for transportation

    in commerce of certain

    Division 2.1 and 2.2

    materials. AE/UE is

    authorized in lieu of

    hydrostatic testing and

    visual inspection.

    SP14692........................ Cylinders--NDT/Aerosols.. Authorizes transportation 1 4

    in commerce of certain

    Division 2.1 and 2.2

    materials in DOT

    specification 3A, 3AA,

    3AX, 3AAX and 3T

    cylinders having a water

    capacity over 125 lbs

    that are periodically

    requalified (using UE in

    lieu of hydrostatic

    testing and visual

    inspection) every 10

    years rather than every 5

    years. The cylinders must

    be horizontally mounted

    on a motor vehicle

    (trailer chassis) or in

    an ISO frame or other

    framework of equivalent

    structural integrity.

    Page 5375

    SP14784........................ Cylinders--NDT/Aerosols.. Authorizes use of DOT 1 4

    specification 3A, 3AA,

    3AX, 3AAX and 3T

    cylinders having a water

    capacity over 125 lbs.

    that are periodically

    requalified every 10

    years rather than every 5

    years for transportation

    in commerce of certain

    Division 2.1 and 2.2

    materials. AE/UE is

    authorized in lieu of

    hydrostatic testing and

    visual inspection.

    SP14798........................ Cylinders--NDT/Aerosols.. Authorizes use of certain 1 4

    DOT specification 3A or

    3AA cylinders for

    transportation in

    commerce of certain

    compressed gases when

    retested by utilizing the

    one hundred percent

    (100%) UE procedures

    described in paragraph 7,

    in lieu of the required

    internal visual

    inspection and the

    hydrostatic retest.

    SP14854........................ Cylinders--NDT/Aerosols.. Authorizes transportation 1 4

    in commerce of certain

    hazardous materials in

    DOT specification 3AL

    cylinders manufactured

    from aluminum alloy that

    are requalified every 10

    years rather than every 5

    years using 100% UE.

    SP14855........................ Cylinders--NDT/Aerosols.. Authorizes use of DOT 1 4

    specification 3A, 3AA,

    3AX, 3AAX and 3T

    cylinders having a water

    capacity over 125 lbs.

    that are periodically

    requalified (using AE/UE

    or 100% UE methods in

    lieu of hydrostatic

    testing and visual

    inspection) every 10

    years rather than every 5

    years for transportation

    in commerce of certain

    Division 2.1 and 2.2

    materials.

    SP14856........................ Cylinders--NDT/Aerosols.. Authorizes use of DOT 1 4

    specification 3A, 3AA,

    3AX, 3AAX and 3T

    cylinders having a water

    capacity over 125 lbs.

    that are periodically

    requalified (using AE/UE

    or 100% UE methods in

    lieu of hydrostatic

    testing and visual

    inspection) every 10

    years rather than every 5

    years for transportation

    in commerce of certain

    Division 2.1 and 2.2

    materials.

    SP14857........................ Cylinders--NDT/Aerosols.. Authorizes use of DOT 1 4

    specification 3A, 3AA,

    3AX, 3AAX and 3T

    cylinders having a water

    capacity over 125 lbs.

    that are periodically

    requalified (using AE/UE

    or 100% UE methods in

    lieu of hydrostatic

    testing and visual

    inspection) every 10

    years rather than every 5

    years for transportation

    in commerce of certain

    Division 2.1 and 2.2

    materials.

    SP14897........................ Cylinders--NDT/Aerosols.. Authorizes use of DOT 1 4

    specification 3A, 3AA,

    3AX, 3AAX and 3T

    cylinders having a water

    capacity over 125 lbs.

    that are periodically

    requalified (using AE/UE

    or 100% UE methods in

    lieu of hydrostatic

    testing and visual

    inspection) every 10

    years rather than every 5

    years for transportation

    in commerce of certain

    Division 2.1 and 2.2

    materials.

    SP14920........................ Cylinders--NDT/Aerosols.. Authorizes use of certain 1 4

    DOT specification 3A,

    3AA, 3AL, SP9001, SP9370,

    SP9421, SP9706, SP9791,

    SP9909, SP10047, SP10869,

    and SP11692 cylinders

    when retested by a 100%

    UE in lieu of the

    internal visual and the

    hydrostatic retest

    required in Sec.

    180.205 for

    transportation in

    commerce of certain

    compressed gases.

    SP15096........................ Cylinders-NDT/Aerosols... Authorizes transportation 1 2

    in commerce of certain

    DOT-3AA, 3AAX and 3T

    cylinders charged with a

    compressed gas. The

    cylinders (tubes) are

    retested by AE/UE in

    place of the internal

    visual inspection and

    hydrostatic test required

    by Sec. 180.205.

    SP15258........................ Cylinders--NDT/Aerosols.. Authorizes use of use of 1 4

    certain DOT specification

    3A, 3AA and 3AL cylinders

    for transportation in

    commerce of the

    compressed gases. The

    cylinders are retested by

    utilizing the 100% UE in

    lieu of the internal

    visual inspection and the

    hydrostatic retest as

    required in Sec.

    180.205.

    SP15322........................ Cylinders--NDT/Aerosols.. Authorizes transportation 1 4

    in commerce of certain

    gases in DOT 3AX, 3AAX,

    3T, 3AA and 3A cylinders.

    The cylinders (tubes) are

    retested by using modal

    AE and follow-up AE/UE in

    place of the internal

    visual inspection and the

    hydrostatic retest

    required in Sec.

    180.205.

    SP15451........................ Cylinders--NDT/Aerosols.. Authorizes transportation 1 4

    in commerce of certain

    Division 2.1 and 2.2

    materials in DOT 3A, 3AA,

    3AX, 3AAX and 3T

    cylinders having a water

    capacity over 125 lbs to

    be periodically

    requalified (using AE/UE

    or 100% UE methods in

    lieu of hydrostatic

    testing and visual

    inspection) every 10

    years instead of every 5

    years.

    SP15660........................ Cylinders--NDT/Aerosols.. Authorizes use of DOT 1 4

    specification 3AL

    cylinders, manufactured

    from aluminum alloy, that

    are requalified using

    100% UE every 10 years

    rather than every 5 years

    for the dedicated service

    transportation in

    commerce of certain

    hazardous materials.

    ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

    Page 5376

    Cargo Tanks/Rail Cars/Portable Tanks

    ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

    SP3121......................... Cargo Tanks/Rail Cars/ Authorizes use of 2 3

    Portable Tanks. specification MC 338

    cargo tanks for

    transportation in

    commerce of certain

    poisonous hazardous

    materials.

    SP3216......................... Cargo Tanks/Rail Cars/ Authorizes use of non-DOT 7 3

    Portable Tanks. specification multi-unit

    tank car tanks to

    transport certain

    hazardous materials.

    SP5600......................... Cargo Tanks/Rail Cars/ Authorizes non-DOT- 1 2

    Portable Tanks. specification cylinders

    made to the DOT 3A

    specification, except

    Monel metal may be used

    rather than steel..

    SP5643......................... Cargo Tanks/Rail Cars/ Authorizes transportation 1 2

    Portable Tanks. in commerce of helium,

    refrigerated liquid, in a

    non-DOT specification

    portable tank.

    SP5749......................... Cargo Tanks/Rail Cars/ Authorizes use of an 1 2

    Portable Tanks. insulated nickel-steel

    DOT specification MC-331

    cargo tank for

    transportation in

    commerce of 60%

    tetrafluoroethylene/40%

    hydrogen chloride gas

    mixture classed as a

    Division 2.3 material.

    SP6016......................... Cargo Tanks/Rail Cars/ Authorizes use of non-DOT 2 3

    Portable Tanks. specification portable

    tanks for transportation

    in commerce of certain

    Division 2.2 materials.

    SP6349......................... Cargo Tanks/Rail Cars/ Authorizes transportation 1 2

    Portable Tanks. in commerce of certain

    refrigerated, liquefied

    gases (helium,

    refrigerated liquid

    (cryogenic liquid), 2.2,

    UN1963 and hydrogen,

    refrigerated liquid

    (cryogenic liquid), 2.1,

    UN1966) in a non-DOT

    specification portable

    tank.

    SP6443......................... Cargo Tanks/Rail Cars/ Authorizes use of certain 1 3

    Portable Tanks. MC 331 cargo tanks for

    transportation in

    commerce of liquefied

    hydrogen sulfide, classed

    as Division 2.3 material.

    SP6610......................... Cargo Tanks/Rail Cars/ Authorizes use of DOT 2 2

    Portable Tanks. specification MC 312 or

    DOT 412 cargo tank motor

    vehicles and DOT

    specification IM 101

    portable tanks with

    polyethylene saddles

    which are inspected at a

    frequency other than as

    specified in the HMR for

    transportation in

    commerce of tertiary

    butyl hydroperoxide.

    SP6611......................... Cargo Tanks/Rail Cars/ Authorizes use of non-DOT 4 3

    Portable Tanks. specification portable

    tanks for transportation

    in commerce of certain

    non-flammable cryogenic

    liquids.

    SP6765......................... Cargo Tanks/Rail Cars/ Authorizes use of 11 3

    Portable Tanks. insulated non-DOT

    specification portable

    tanks for transportation

    in commerce of Divisions

    2.1 and 2.2 cryogenic

    liquids.

    SP6769......................... Cargo Tanks/Rail Cars/ Authorizes use of DOT 1 2

    Portable Tanks. specification tank cars

    and cargo tanks for

    transportation in

    commerce of certain

    Division 2.1 and 2.2

    gases.

    SP6922......................... Cargo Tanks/Rail Cars/ Authorizes use of DOT 1 3

    Portable Tanks. 106A500-X and DOT 110A800-

    W multi-unit tank car

    tanks that are not

    equipped with safety

    relief devices for

    transportation in

    commerce of a Division

    2.3 material.

    SP7041......................... Cargo Tanks/Rail Cars/ Authorizes use of 1 3

    Portable Tanks. prescribed non-DOT

    specification cargo tanks

    with agitators for

    transportation in

    commerce of certain waste

    organometallic compound

    dispersions and

    hydrocarbon solvent.

    SP7073......................... Cargo Tanks/Rail Cars/ Authorizes use of non-DOT 2 3

    Portable Tanks. specification portable

    tanks for transportation

    in commerce of certain

    hazardous materials.

    SP7274......................... Cargo Tanks/Rail Cars/ Authorizes transportation 1 2

    Portable Tanks. in commerce of certain

    refrigerated gases (argon

    UN1951; nitrogen, UN1977;

    oxygen, UN1073) in non-

    DOT portable tanks.

    SP7594......................... Cargo Tanks/Rail Cars/ Authorizes transportation 1 2

    Portable Tanks. in commerce of methyl

    bromide in a non-DOT

    specification portable

    tank.

    SP8125......................... Cargo Tanks/Rail Cars/ Authorizes use of non-DOT 3 3

    Portable Tanks. specification IMO Type 5

    portable tanks for

    transportation in

    commerce of certain

    Division 2.1 (flammable)

    and 2.2 (non-flammable)

    gases and a Class 3

    material.

    SP8196......................... Cargo Tanks/Rail Cars/ Authorizes use of certain 1 3

    Portable Tanks. non-DOT specification IMO

    Type 5 portable tanks,

    each mounted in an ISO

    frame, for transportation

    in commerce of certain

    compressed gases in

    Division 2.1, 2.2 and 2.3

    and Class 3 materials.

    SP8232......................... Cargo Tanks/Rail Cars/ Authorizes use of non-DOT 2 3

    Portable Tanks. specification portable

    tanks for transportation

    in commerce of certain

    Division 2.1 and Division

    2.2 materials and a Class

    3 material.

    SP8354......................... Cargo Tanks/Rail Cars/ Authorizes use of non-DOT 1 3

    Portable Tanks. specification portable

    tanks for transportation

    in commerce of certain

    Division 2.1 gases.

    SP8523......................... Cargo Tanks/Rail Cars/ Authorizes use of non-DOT 1 3

    Portable Tanks. specification IMO Type 5

    portable tanks for

    transportation in

    commerce of certain

    Division 2.1, 2.2 and 2.3

    materials.

    SP8556......................... Cargo Tanks/Rail Cars/ Authorizes use of super- 8 3

    Portable Tanks. insulated non-DOT

    specification portable

    tanks for transportation

    in commerce of certain

    hazardous materials.

    SP8627......................... Cargo Tanks/Rail Cars/ Authorizes use of multiple 10 3

    Portable Tanks. non-DOT specification

    portable tanks manifolded

    together within a frame

    and securely mounted on a

    truck chassis for

    transportation in

    commerce of Class 3,

    Division 6.1, and Class 8

    materials.

    SP8650......................... Cargo Tanks/Rail Cars/ Authorizes use of non-DOT 2 3

    Portable Tanks. specification steel

    portable tanks for

    transportation in

    commerce of certain

    hazardous materials.

    Page 5377

    SP8698......................... Cargo Tanks/Rail Cars/ Authorizes manufacture, 1 3

    Portable Tanks. marking, sale and use of

    non-DOT specification

    vacuum insulated portable

    tanks for transportation

    in commerce of certain

    hazardous materials.

    SP8939......................... Cargo Tanks/Rail Cars/ Authorizes manufacture, 1 3

    Portable Tanks. marking, sale and use of

    six (6) non-DOT

    specification portable

    tanks manifolded together

    within a frame and

    securely mounted on a

    truck chassis for

    transportation in

    commerce of certain

    flammable and corrosive

    liquids.

    SP9023......................... Cargo Tanks/Rail Cars/ Authorizes use of certain 1 3

    Portable Tanks. non-DOT specification IMO

    Type 5 portable tanks for

    transportation in

    commerce of certain

    hazardous materials.

    SP9024......................... Cargo Tanks/Rail Cars/ Authorizes use of non-DOT 2 3

    Portable Tanks. specification portable

    tanks for transportation

    in commerce of certain

    Division 2.1 and 2.2

    materials.

    SP9067......................... Cargo Tanks/Rail Cars/ Authorizes manufacture, 1 3

    Portable Tanks. marking, sale and use of

    multiple non-DOT

    specification portable

    tanks manifolded together

    within a frame and

    securely mounted on a

    truck chassis to be used

    for transportation in

    commerce of certain Class

    3 and Class 8 materials.

    SP9166......................... Cargo Tanks/Rail Cars/ Authorizes use of non- 17 4

    Portable Tanks. specification glass fiber

    reinforced plastic (GFRP)

    cargo tanks for the

    transportation in

    commerce of certain

    hazardous materials.

    SP9228......................... Cargo Tanks/Rail Cars/ Authorizes use of non-DOT 1 3

    Portable Tanks. specification cargo tanks

    for transportation in

    commerce of certain Class

    8 and 9 materials.

    SP9266......................... Cargo Tanks/Rail Cars/ Authorizes use of non-DOT 5 3

    Portable Tanks. specification IMO Type 5

    portable tanks for

    transportation in

    commerce of certain

    Division of 2.1, 2.2 and

    2.3 gases.

    SP9317......................... Cargo Tanks/Rail Cars/ Authorizes use of non-DOT 1 2

    Portable Tanks. specification skid

    mounted portable tanks

    for transportation in

    commerce of a non-

    flammable gas, subject to

    the limitations and

    special requirements

    specified.

    SP9401......................... Cargo Tanks/Rail Cars/ Authorizes use of non-DOT 1 2

    Portable Tanks. specification IMO Type 5

    portable tanks for

    transportation in

    commerce of certain

    Division 2.1 and 2.2

    gases.

    SP9418......................... Cargo Tanks/Rail Cars/ Authorizes manufacture, 1 3

    Portable Tanks. marking, sale and use of

    non-DOT specification

    portable tank assemblies

    manifolded together

    within a frame and

    securely mounted on a

    truck chassis, to be used

    for transportation in

    commerce of certain

    hazardous materials.

    SP9462......................... Cargo Tanks/Rail Cars/ Authorizes manufacture, 1 3

    Portable Tanks. marking, sale and use of

    non-DOT specification

    portable tanks manifolded

    together within a frame

    and securely mounted on a

    truck chassis for the

    transportation in

    commerce of certain Class

    3 and Class 8 materials.

    SP9490......................... Cargo Tanks/Rail Cars/ Authorizes use of non-DOT 1 3

    Portable Tanks. specification IMO Type 5

    portable tanks for

    transportation in

    commerce of certain

    Division 2.1 and 2.2

    gases.

    SP9530......................... Cargo Tanks/Rail Cars/ Authorizes use of non-DOT 1 3

    Portable Tanks. specification IMO Type 5

    portable tanks for

    transportation in

    commerce of certain

    Division 2.1 and 2.2

    gases..

    SP9548......................... Cargo Tanks/Rail Cars/ Authorizes use of a non- 2 2

    Portable Tanks. DOT specification IMO

    Type I portable tank for

    transportation in

    commerce of certain

    hazardous materials.

    SP9579......................... Cargo Tanks/Rail Cars/ Authorizes use of non-DOT 1 3

    Portable Tanks. specification motor

    vehicles for

    transportation in

    commerce of certain

    oxidizers.

    SP9596......................... Cargo Tanks/Rail Cars/ Authorizes use of non-DOT 1 3

    Portable Tanks. specification insulated

    portable tanks for

    transportation in

    commerce of helium,

    refrigerated liquid.

    SP9819......................... Cargo Tanks/Rail Cars/ Authorizes use of non-DOT 1 3

    Portable Tanks. specification steel

    portable tanks comparable

    to a DOT specification

    57, except for capacity

    for transportation in

    commerce of certain Class

    3 and 8 liquids to be

    discharged without

    removing the tanks from

    the vehicle on which it

    is transported.

    SP9832......................... Cargo Tanks/Rail Cars/ Authorizes manufacture, 1 3

    Portable Tanks. marking, sale and use of

    a vacuum insulated, non-

    DOT specification

    portable tank to be used

    for transportation in

    commerce of certain

    hazardous materials.

    SP10031........................ Cargo Tanks/Rail Cars/ Authorizes use of non-DOT 2 3

    Portable Tanks. specification, insulated

    portable tanks for

    transportation in

    commerce of liquefied

    helium.

    SP10049........................ Cargo Tanks/Rail Cars/ Authorizes use of a 2 2

    Portable Tanks. polyurethane insulated

    cargo tank conforming

    with MC 331 built prior

    to 1984 to transport

    certain hazardous

    materials.

    SP10146........................ Cargo Tanks/Rail Cars/ Authorizes manufacture, 1 2

    Portable Tanks. marking, sale and use of

    a vacuum-insulated non-

    DOT specification

    portable tank for

    shipment of helium,

    refrigerated liquid.

    SP10457........................ Cargo Tanks/Rail Cars/ Authorizes transportation 6 2

    Portable Tanks. in commerce of chlorine

    contained in MC 331 cargo

    tanks equipped with angle

    valves, excess flow

    valves and pressure

    relief valves not

    presently authorized in

    the HMR.

    Page 5378

    SP10480........................ Cargo Tanks/Rail Cars/ Authorizes manufacture, 1 3

    Portable Tanks. marking, sale and use of

    non-DOT specification

    vacuum insulated portable

    tanks for transportation

    in commerce of helium,

    refrigerated liquid.

    SP10481........................ Cargo Tanks/Rail Cars/ Authorizes manufacture, 1 3

    Portable Tanks. marking, sale, and use of

    a non-DOT specification

    vacuum insulated portable

    tank in an ISO frame

    conforming with all

    regulations applicable to

    a DOT specification MC-

    338 cargo tank motor

    vehicle, except as

    specified, for

    transportation in

    commerce of certain

    hazardous materials.

    SP10517........................ Cargo Tanks/Rail Cars/ Authorizes transportation 1 5

    Portable Tanks. in commerce of those

    hazardous materials

    authorized for

    transportation in DOT

    specification 57 portable

    tanks and UN 31A

    intermediate bulk

    containers (IBCs) which

    are retested at least

    once every 5 years.

    SP10631........................ Cargo Tanks/Rail Cars/ Authorizes transportation 3 2

    Portable Tanks. in commerce of certain

    hazardous materials

    (dimethylhydrazine,

    unsymmetrical, 6.1,

    UN1163, I; hydrazine,

    anhydrous, 8, UN2029, I;

    methylhydrazine, 6.1,

    UN1244, I; Toxic by

    Inhalation liquid,

    flammable, n.o.s., 6.1,

    UN3384, I, Hazard Zone B)

    in DOT specification

    MC338 cargo tanks.

    SP10709........................ Cargo Tanks/Rail Cars/ Authorizes transportation 1 2

    Portable Tanks. in commerce of certain

    materials (UN2920 and

    UN2924) in stainless

    steel DOT specification

    57 portable tanks.

    SP10756........................ Cargo Tanks/Rail Cars/ Authorizes manufacture, 1 2

    Portable Tanks. marking, sale and use of

    a vacuum insulated, non-

    DOT specification

    portable tank in an ISO

    frame for transportation

    in commerce of certain

    Division 2.2 materials.

    SP10772........................ Cargo Tanks/Rail Cars/ Authorizes manufacture, 1 3

    Portable Tanks. mark, sale and use of

    three cargo tank motor

    vehicles with a sump

    location which does not

    meet the requirements of

    Sec. 178.338-4(c).

    SP10878........................ Cargo Tanks/Rail Cars/ Authorizes manufacture, 1 4

    Portable Tanks. marking, sale and use of

    non-DOT specification

    fiberglass reinforced

    plastic (FRP) cargo tank

    motor vehicles for

    transportation in

    commerce of certain Class

    8 liquids.

    SP10887........................ Cargo Tanks/Rail Cars/ Authorizes transportation 1 3

    Portable Tanks. in commerce of dinitrogen

    tetroxide in specially

    designed DOT

    specification 51 portable

    tanks.

    SP11073........................ Cargo Tanks/Rail Cars/ Authorizes transportation 1 2

    Portable Tanks. in commerce of

    chlorosulfonic acid in

    DOT Class 112S tank cars

    constructed of ASTM 240-

    70, Type 304L stainless

    steel, equipped with \1/

    2\ inch thick full head

    shields.

    SP11178........................ Cargo Tanks/Rail Cars/ Authorizes transportation 1 2

    Portable Tanks. in commerce of bromine,

    Class 8, Hazard Zone A,

    in a non-DOT

    specification portable

    tank constructed of \1/4\

    inch thick mild steel

    with \1/4\ inch lead

    lining.

    SP11186........................ Cargo Tanks/Rail Cars/ Authorizes manufacture, 1 2

    Portable Tanks. marking, sale and use of

    a non-DOT specification

    vacuum insulated portable

    tank conforming with all

    requirements applicable

    to a DOT specification MC

    338 cargo tank motor

    vehicle for

    transportation in

    commerce of certain

    compressed gases.

    SP11253........................ Cargo Tanks/Rail Cars/ Authorizes continued 5 3

    Portable Tanks. transportation in

    commerce of sulfur

    dioxide in certain DOT

    specification MC-331

    cargo tanks.

    SP11281........................ Cargo Tanks/Rail Cars/ Authorizes use of 1 2

    Portable Tanks. uninsulated DOT

    specification cargo tanks

    and portable tanks for

    transportation in

    commerce of certain Class

    8 and Division 6.1

    materials, which are

    toxic by inhalation.

    SP11318........................ Cargo Tanks/Rail Cars/ Authorizes use of certain 1 2

    Portable Tanks. un-insulated DOT

    specification 51 portable

    tanks that are currently

    authorized for certain

    hazardous materials,

    except that the portable

    tanks do not meet the

    provisions of Sec.

    172.102 special provision

    B14 or TP38.

    SP11321........................ Cargo Tanks/Rail Cars/ Authorizes use of non- 1 2

    Portable Tanks. insulated packagings for

    transportation in

    commerce of titanium

    tetrachloride (PIH).

    SP11388........................ Cargo Tanks/Rail Cars/ Authorizes transportation 1 2

    Portable Tanks. in commerce of DOT

    specification 57 portable

    tanks made of stainless

    steel, containing certain

    dual hazard liquids

    (UN2734, UN2920, UN2357,

    UN2924).

    SP11517........................ Cargo Tanks/Rail Cars/ Authorizes transportation 1 3

    Portable Tanks. in commerce of certain

    Class 3 and Class 8

    materials in multiple non-

    DOT specification

    portable tanks manifolded

    together within a frame

    and securely mounted on a

    truck chassis.

    SP11565........................ Cargo Tanks/Rail Cars/ Authorizes manufacture, 1 2

    Portable Tanks. marking, sale and use of

    a non-DOT specification

    cargo tank motor vehicle

    for transportation in

    commerce of certain Class

    8 materials.

    SP11596........................ Cargo Tanks/Rail Cars/ Authorizes use of certain 1 2

    Portable Tanks. non-DOT specification

    pressure vessels

    (receptacles) without

    pressure relief devices,

    which have been approved

    by the German Competent

    Authority and are similar

    in design to a multi-unit

    tank car tank, containing

    hydrogen sulfide for

    export only.

    SP11660........................ Cargo Tanks/Rail Cars/ Authorizes transportation 1 2

    Portable Tanks. in commerce of two (2)

    non-DOT specification

    cargo tanks containing

    hydrochloric acid.

    Page 5379

    SP11714........................ Cargo Tanks/Rail Cars/ Authorizes transportation 1 2

    Portable Tanks. in commerce of certain

    non-DOT specification

    cargo tanks used for

    roadway striping.

    SP11733........................ Cargo Tanks/Rail Cars/ Authorizes use of 1 2

    Portable Tanks. specially modified DOT

    specification cargo tank

    motor vehicles for

    transportation in

    commerce of organic

    peroxide, type F.

    SP11759........................ Cargo Tanks/Rail Cars/ Authorizes transportation 9 3

    Portable Tanks. in commerce of hydrogen

    fluoride, a Class 8

    material poisonous by

    inhalation in certain DOT

    specification tank cars

    equipped with alternative

    pressure relief devices

    and without metal jackets.

    SP11808........................ Cargo Tanks/Rail Cars/ Authorizes manufacture, 2 2

    Portable Tanks. marking, sale and use of

    non-DOT specification

    cylinders (pressure

    vessels) for

    transportation in

    commerce of chlorine, as

    specified.

    SP11860........................ Cargo Tanks/Rail Cars/ Authorizes transportation 1 3

    Portable Tanks. in commerce of certain

    hazardous materials, in

    certain DOT specification

    tank cars equipped with

    half head shields instead

    of the required full head

    protection. The hazardous

    materials authorized in

    the DOT specification

    111A60ALW2,111A60ALW1 and

    111A100ALW2 tank cars are

    Class 5.1, 8 and 9

    materials.

    SP11880........................ Cargo Tanks/Rail Cars/ Authorizes transportation 1 2

    Portable Tanks. in commerce of certain

    Division 4.2 materials in

    specially equipped,

    covered hopper railcars.

    SP11903........................ Cargo Tanks/Rail Cars/ Authorizes the 1 4

    Portable Tanks. manufacture, marking,

    sale and use of non-DOT

    specification cargo tank

    motor vehicles

    constructed from glass

    fiber reinforced plastics

    (GFRP) conforming with

    all regulations

    applicable to a DOT 407

    or DOT 412 cargo tank

    motor vehicle, except as

    specified, for

    transportation in

    commerce of certain

    hazardous materials.

    SP11911........................ Cargo Tanks/Rail Cars/ Authorizes manufacture, 1 3

    Portable Tanks. marking, sale and use of

    non-DOT specification

    metal refueling tanks

    containing certain Class

    3 liquids. The Class 3

    liquids will be

    discharged from the

    refueling tanks without

    removing the refueling

    tanks from the vehicle on

    which they aretransported.

    SP11966........................ Cargo Tanks/Rail Cars/ Authorizes transportation 1 3

    Portable Tanks. in commerce of a Division

    5.1 material in 19 DOT

    specification 111A60ALW2

    tank cars equipped with

    half head shields

    insteadof the required

    full head protection.

    SP11970........................ Cargo Tanks/Rail Cars/ Authorizes use of a non- 6 3

    Portable Tanks. DOT specification

    portable tank comparable

    to a DOT specification 51

    portable tank, except as

    specified, for

    transportation in

    commerce of certain

    pyrophoric solids.

    SP12018........................ Cargo Tanks/Rail Cars/ Authorizes manufacture, 1 3

    Portable Tanks. marking, sale and use of

    a non-DOT specification

    insulated portable tank

    conforming with all

    regulations applicable to

    a DOT specification MC-

    338 insulated cargo tank,

    except as specified, for

    transportation in

    commerce of nitrogen,

    argon or oxygen,

    refrigerated liquids.

    SP12074........................ Cargo Tanks/Rail Cars/ Authorizes manufacture, 1 3

    Portable Tanks. marking, sale and use of

    certain DOT specification

    51 steel portable tanks

    or UN steel portable

    tanks conforming with

    requirements of special

    provision T50 for

    transportation in

    commerce of Division 2.1

    and 2.2 materials.

    SP12124........................ Cargo Tanks/Rail Cars/ Authorizes transportation 2 3

    Portable Tanks. in commerce of certain

    Division 4.2 and Division

    4.3 materials in a non-

    DOT specification

    portable tank comparable

    to a DOT specification 51

    portable tank.

    SP12130........................ Cargo Tanks/Rail Cars/ Authorizes manufacture, 1 3

    Portable Tanks. marking, sale and use of

    a non-DOT specification

    vacuum insulated portable

    tank conforming with all

    regulations applicable to

    a DOT specification MC

    338 cargo tank motor

    vehicle, except as

    specified, for

    transportation in

    commerce of certain

    hazardous materials.

    SP12173........................ Cargo Tanks/Rail Cars/ Authorizes use of non-DOT 1 3

    Portable Tanks. specification vacuum

    insulated portable tanks

    manufactured under a

    current DOT SP for

    transportation in

    commerce by cargo

    aircraft in Alaska, of

    nitrogen, refrigerated

    liquid.

    SP12211........................ Cargo Tanks/Rail Cars/ Authorizes transportation 4 3

    Portable Tanks. in commerce of liquid

    nitrogen, cryogenic

    liquid, in non-DOT

    specification insulated

    portable tanks by cargo

    vessel for delivery to

    oil and gas production

    facilities within the

    jurisdiction of the

    United States of America.

    SP12277........................ Cargo Tanks/Rail Cars/ Authorizes manufacture, 1 3

    Portable Tanks. marking, sale and use of

    a non-DOT specification

    cylinder (pressure

    vessel) conforming with

    all regulations

    applicable to a DOT

    specification 106A500W

    multi-unit tank car tank,

    except as specified, for

    transportation in

    commerce of certain

    hazardous materials.

    SP12289........................ Cargo Tanks/Rail Cars/ Authorizes use of certain 1 3

    Portable Tanks. DOT specification 51

    steel portable tanks

    manufactured in

    accordance with Section

    VIII, Division 2 of the

    ASME Code instead of

    Division 1 for

    transportation in

    commerce of Division 2.1

    and 2.2 materials.

    Page 5380

    SP12295........................ Cargo Tanks/Rail Cars/ Authorizes use of DOT 1 2

    Portable Tanks. specification IM 101

    portable tanks fitted

    with bottom outlets for

    transportation in

    commerce of a toxic

    liquid, flammable,

    organic, n.o.s.

    SP12392........................ Cargo Tanks/Rail Cars/ Authorizes use of certain 1 3

    Portable Tanks. DOT specification 51

    steel portable tanks

    designed in accordance

    with Section VIII,

    Division 2 of the ASME

    Code instead of Section

    VIII, Division 1 for

    transportation in

    commerce of certain

    Division 2.1 and Division

    2.2 materials.

    SP12442........................ Cargo Tanks/Rail Cars/ Authorizes manufacture, 1 2

    Portable Tanks. marking, sale and use of

    a non-DOT specification

    vacuum insulated portable

    tank, conforming with the

    regulations applicable to

    a DOT specification MC

    338 cargo tank, except as

    specified, for

    transportation in

    commerce of nitrogen,

    refrigerated liquid.

    SP12515........................ Cargo Tanks/Rail Cars/ Authorizes manufacture, 1 2

    Portable Tanks. marking, sale and use of

    a non-DOT specification

    vacuum insulated portable

    tank conforming with all

    regulations applicable to

    a DOT specification MC

    338 cargo tank motor

    vehicle, except as

    specified, for

    transportation in

    commerce of certain

    hazardous materials.

    SP12516........................ Cargo Tanks/Rail Cars/ Authorizes manufacture, 1 4

    Portable Tanks. marking, sale and use of

    a non-DOT specification

    glass fiber reinforced

    plastic (GFRP) cargo tank

    for transportation in

    commerce of certain

    hazardous materials.

    SP12608........................ Cargo Tanks/Rail Cars/ Authorizes use of DOT 1 3

    Portable Tanks. specification IM 101

    steel portable tanks for

    transportation in

    commerce of hydrogen

    peroxide aqueous

    solutions in

    concentrations exceeding

    72% but not exceeding 92%

    by weight.

    SP12626........................ Cargo Tanks/Rail Cars/ Authorizes manufacture, 1 3

    Portable Tanks. marking, sale and use of

    a non-DOT specification

    portable tank equipped

    with an external bottom

    discharge valve

    conforming to all

    regulations applicable to

    a DOT specification IM

    101 portable tank, except

    as specified, for

    transportation in

    commerce of certain

    hazardous materials.

    SP12628........................ Cargo Tanks/Rail Cars/ Authorizes manufacture, 1 3

    Portable Tanks. marking, sale and use of

    certain DOT specification

    51 and UN T50 steel

    portable tanks

    manufactured in

    accordance with Section

    VIII, Division 1 of the

    ASME Code, including the

    1999 Addenda which allows

    a design margin of 3.5.,

    for transportation in

    commerce of Division 2.1

    and 2.2 materials.

    SP12630........................ Cargo Tanks/Rail Cars/ Authorizes use of certain 1 2

    Portable Tanks. DOT specification IM 101

    portable tanks with a

    minimum shell thickness

    less than required in the

    HMR for transportation in

    commerce of lithium

    alkyls.

    SP12637........................ Cargo Tanks/Rail Cars/ Authorizes transportation 2 2

    Portable Tanks. in commerce of certain

    cryogenic liquids in

    certain non-DOT

    specification vacuum

    insulated portable tanks.

    SP12724........................ Cargo Tanks/Rail Cars/ Authorizes use of certain 1 3

    Portable Tanks. DOT specification MC 312

    cargo tank motor vehicles

    equipped with a pressure

    relief device not in

    conformance with the HMR

    for transportation in

    commerce of hydrogen

    fluoride.

    SP12779........................ Cargo Tanks/Rail Cars/ Authorizes transportation 1 3

    Portable Tanks. in commerce of a non-DOT

    specification vacuum

    insulated portable tank

    conforming with all

    regulations applicable to

    a DOT specification MC

    338 cargo tank motor

    vehicle, except as

    specified, containing

    certain hazardous

    materials.

    SP12841........................ Cargo Tanks/Rail Cars/ Authorizes manufacture, 1 3

    Portable Tanks. marking, sale and use of

    non-DOT specification

    vacuum insulated portable

    tanks conforming with all

    regulations applicable to

    a DOT specification MC

    338 cargo tank motor

    vehicle, except as

    specified, for

    transportation in

    commerce of certain

    hazardous materials.

    SP12905........................ Cargo Tanks/Rail Cars/ Authorizes tank car 11 5

    Portable Tanks. information to be stamped

    on permanent

    identification plates

    placed on opposite ends

    of the tank car instead

    of stamped into the

    tank's head.

    SP12930........................ Cargo Tanks/Rail Cars/ Authorizes use of specific 1 2

    Portable Tanks. lined DOT specification

    MC312, DOT specification

    407, and DOT

    specification 412 cargo

    tank motor vehicles which

    are not subject to the

    internal visual

    inspections required by

    Sec. 180.407(e) and (f)

    for transportation in

    commerce of certain acids.

    SP12981........................ Cargo Tanks/Rail Cars/ Authorizes transportation 1 3

    Portable Tanks. in commerce of DOT

    specification MC-330 and

    MC-331 cargo tankmotor

    vehicles containing

    nitrous oxide,

    refrigerated liquid, with

    an alternate means to

    shut-down the flow of

    product.

    SP13020........................ Cargo Tanks/Rail Cars/ Authorizes use of certain 1 3

    Portable Tanks. non-DOT specification IMO

    Type 5 portable tanks for

    transportation in

    commerce of propane.

    SP13046........................ Cargo Tanks/Rail Cars/ Authorizes use of certain 3 3

    Portable Tanks. UN portable tanks

    manufactured in

    accordance with Section

    VIII, Division 2 of the

    ASME Code, instead of

    Division 1 for

    transportation in

    commerce of Division 2.1

    and 2.2 materials.

    Page 5381

    SP13110........................ Cargo Tanks/Rail Cars/ Authorizes transportation 1 3

    Portable Tanks. in commerce of dry metal

    catalyst in a non-DOT

    specification bulk

    packaging.

    SP13207........................ Cargo Tanks/Rail Cars/ Authorizes transportation 1 3

    Portable Tanks. in commerce of ferric

    chloride solution and

    sulfuric acid in certain

    DOT specification IM 101

    and UN portable tanks

    that do not conform with

    the filling density

    requirements specified in

    Sec. 173.32(f)(5).

    SP13219........................ Cargo Tanks/Rail Cars/ Authorizes transportation 3 4

    Portable Tanks. in commerce of certain

    DOT specification tank

    cars, containing Division

    5.1 or 5.2 materials that

    have been inspected under

    a modified inspection

    program prior to being

    offered for

    transportation.

    SP13258........................ Cargo Tanks/Rail Cars/ Authorizes manufacture, 1 2

    Portable Tanks. marking, sale and use of

    non-DOT specification

    cylinders conforming with

    all regulations

    applicable to a DOT

    specification 3T cylinder

    except as specified, for

    transportation in

    commerce of certain

    hazardous materials.

    SP13264........................ Cargo Tanks/Rail Cars/ Authorizes limited 1 3

    Portable Tanks. transportation in

    commerce within the

    United States of certain

    non-insulated, non-DOT

    specification steel

    portable tanks containing

    chloropicrin to

    facilitate international

    commerce.

    SP13327........................ Cargo Tanks/Rail Cars/ Authorizes manufacture, 1 4

    Portable Tanks. marking, sale and use of

    manway assemblies

    constructed from glass

    fiber reinforced plastics

    (GFRP) for installation

    on certain DOT

    specification cargo tank

    motor vehicles in

    transporting certain

    hazardous materials.

    SP13385........................ Cargo Tanks/Rail Cars/ Authorizes transportation 1 4

    Portable Tanks. in commerce of certain UN

    portable tanks,

    containing liquid helium,

    which have not been

    impact tested.

    SP13402........................ Cargo Tanks/Rail Cars/ Authorizes transportation 2 3

    Portable Tanks. in commerce of sulfur

    hexafluoride in DOT

    specification 110A1000W

    multi-unit tank car tanks

    with a higher filling

    density than currently

    authorized by the HMR.

    SP13421........................ Cargo Tanks/Rail Cars/ Authorizes manufacture, 1 3

    Portable Tanks. marking, sale and use of

    a non-DOT specification

    portable tank equipped

    with an external bottom

    discharge valve

    conforming to all

    regulations applicable to

    a UN portable tank,

    except as specified, for

    transportation in

    commerce of certain

    hazardous materials.

    SP13482........................ Cargo Tanks/Rail Cars/ Authorizes use of 1 2

    Portable Tanks. uninsulated UN portable

    tanks that are currently

    authorized for

    transportation in

    commerce of certain

    hazardous materials,

    except that the UN

    portable tanks do not

    meet the provisions of

    Sec. 172.101 special

    provisions B14 and TP38.

    SP13958........................ Cargo Tanks/Rail Cars/ Authorizes transportation 1 3

    Portable Tanks. in commerce of low

    specific activity LSA-II

    radioactive waste in non-

    specification packages

    consisting of either

    gondola rail cars with an

    18-mil high density

    polypropylene (HDPP)

    liner or in tarpaulin-

    covered dump trucks with

    a 4 to 6-mil high density

    polyethylene (HDPE) liner.

    SP14038........................ Cargo Tanks/Rail Cars/ Authorizes use of DOT 1 5

    Portable Tanks. specification 111S100W6

    tank cars having a

    maximum gross weight on

    rail at 286,000 pounds

    for the transportation of

    Class 8 materials.

    SP14039........................ Cargo Tanks/Rail Cars/ Authorizes use of certain 1 2

    Portable Tanks. UN portable tanks

    conforming to the

    requirements of Sec.

    172.102(c)(7) portable

    tank code T50 which are

    designed and constructed

    in accordance with

    Section VIII, Division 2

    of the ASME Code instead

    of Section VIII, Division

    1 for transportation in

    commerce of Division 2.1

    and 2.2 materials.

    SP14167........................ Cargo Tanks/Rail Cars/ Authorizes manufacture, 1 3

    Portable Tanks. marking, sale and use of

    DOT specification

    105J600W tank cars having

    a protective housing

    welded to the tank flange

    and having a maximum GWR

    (gross weight on rail) of

    286,000 pounds for

    transportation in

    commerce of chlorine.

    SP14173........................ Cargo Tanks/Rail Cars/ Authorizes transportation 2 2

    Portable Tanks. in commerce of DOT

    specification 105J400W

    tank cars having a

    maximum gross weight on

    rail at 286,000 pounds

    for transportation in

    commerce of certain

    hazardous materials.

    SP14186........................ Cargo Tanks/Rail Cars/ Authorizes transportation 1 5

    Portable Tanks. in commerce of DOT

    specification 105J300W

    tank cars having a

    maximum gross weight on

    rail at 286,000 pounds

    for certain hazardous

    materials.

    SP14193........................ Cargo Tanks/Rail Cars/ Authorizes transportation 1 2

    Portable Tanks. in commerce of thirty

    five non-DOT

    specification IMO Type 5

    portable tanks, each

    mounted in an ISO frame,

    containing certain

    Division 2.2 and

    2.3.compressed gases.

    SP14210........................ Cargo Tanks/Rail Cars/ Authorizes use of certain 1 2

    Portable Tanks. UN portable tanks

    conforming to the

    requirements of Sec.

    172.102(c)(7), T50 which

    are designed and

    constructed in accordance

    with Section VIII,

    Division 2 of the ASME

    Code instead of Section

    VIII, Division 1. The

    portable tanks, mounted

    in ISO frames, are

    authorized for

    transportation in

    commerce of Division 2.1

    and 2.2 materials.

    Page 5382

    SP14262........................ Cargo Tanks/Rail Cars/ Authorizes continued 2 2

    Portable Tanks. transportation in

    commerce of certain

    railroad tank cars

    containing carbon dioxide

    with a tank head

    thickness slightly below

    the minimum required.

    SP14275........................ Cargo Tanks/Rail Cars/ Authorizes manufacture, 2 3

    Portable Tanks. marking, sale and use of

    non-DOT specification

    cargo tank motor vehicle

    conforming with all

    regulations applicable to

    DOT specification 412/407

    cargo tank motor

    vehicles, except as

    specified, for

    transportation in

    commerce of certain

    hazardous materials.

    SP14277........................ Cargo Tanks/Rail Cars/ Authorizes manufacture, 1 4

    Portable Tanks. marking, sale and use of

    a non-DOT specification

    carbon glass fiber

    reinforced plastic (GFRP)

    cargo tank conforming

    with all regulations

    applicable to a DOT

    specification 407/412

    cargo tank motor vehicle,

    except as specified, for

    transportation in

    commerce of certain

    hazardous materials.

    SP14292........................ Cargo Tanks/Rail Cars/ Authorizes transport of 2 2

    Portable Tanks. boron trifluoride in DOT

    specification 3AAX and

    3AA manifolded cylinders.

    SP14296........................ Cargo Tanks/Rail Cars/ Authorizes manufacture, 2 3

    Portable Tanks. marking, sale and use of

    certain UN Portable Tanks

    manufactured in

    accordance with Section

    VIII, Division 2 of the

    ASME Code, instead of

    Division 1. The portable

    tanks, mounted in ISO

    frames, are authorized

    for transportation in

    commerce of Division 2.1

    and 2.2 materials.

    SP14301........................ Cargo Tanks/Rail Cars/ Authorizes manufacture, 2 2

    Portable Tanks. marking, sale and use of

    certain UN portable tanks

    conforming to the

    requirements of Sec.

    172.102(c)(7), T50 which

    are designed and

    constructed in accordance

    with Section VIII,

    Division 2 of the ASME

    Code instead of Section

    VIII, Division 1. The

    portable tanks, mounted

    in ISO frames, are

    authorized for the

    transportation in

    commerce of Division 2.1

    and 2.2 materials.

    SP14317........................ Cargo Tanks/Rail Cars/ Authorizes manufacture, 1 3

    Portable Tanks. marking, sale and use of

    certain UN portable tanks

    conforming to the

    requirements of Sec.

    172.102(c)(7) portable

    tank code T50 which are

    designed and constructed

    in accordance with

    Section VIII, Division 2

    of the ASME Code instead

    of Section VIII, Division

    1. The portable tanks,

    mounted in ISO frames,

    are authorized for

    transportation in

    commerce of Division 2.1

    and 2.2 materials.

    SP14318........................ Cargo Tanks/Rail Cars/ Authorizes transportation 2 4

    Portable Tanks. in commerce of certain

    Division 2.3, Division 3,

    Division 6.1 and Class 8

    materials in a non-DOT

    specification portable

    tank conforming to the

    requirements specified in

    Sec. 172.102(c)(7)

    portable tank code T50

    (UN portable tank) which

    are designed,

    constructed, certified

    and stamped in accordance

    with Section VIII,

    Division 1 of the ASME

    Code (2007 edition).

    SP14398........................ Cargo Tanks/Rail Cars/ Authorizes use of DOT 1 4

    Portable Tanks. specification 105J600W

    tank cars having a

    maximum gross weight on

    rail at 286,000 pounds

    for the transportation of

    titanium tetrachloride.

    SP14437........................ Cargo Tanks/Rail Cars/ Authorizes manufacture, 1 2

    Portable Tanks. marking, sale and use of

    a non-DOT specification

    cylinder (pressure

    vessel) conforming with

    all requirements

    applicable to a DOT

    specification 106A500W

    multi-unit tank car tank

    except as specified, for

    transportation in

    commerce of certain

    hazardous materials.

    SP14467........................ Cargo Tanks/Rail Cars/ Authorizes manufacture, 1 4

    Portable Tanks. marking, sale, and use of

    DOT 400 series cargo tank

    motor vehicles fabricated

    using certain duplex

    stainless steels and

    other materials not

    authorized in Sec.

    178.345-2 as a material

    of construction.

    SP14483........................ Cargo Tanks/Rail Cars/ Authorizes manufacture, 1 2

    Portable Tanks. marking, sale and use of

    certain UN portable tanks

    conforming to the

    requirements of Sec.

    172.102(c)(7) T50 which

    are designed and

    constructed in accordance

    with Section VIII,

    Division 2 of the ASME

    Code instead of Section

    VIII, Division 1. The

    portable tanks, mounted

    in ISO frames, are

    authorized for the

    transportation in

    commerce of Division 2.1

    and 2.2 materials.

    SP14492........................ Cargo Tanks/Rail Cars/ Authorizes manufacture, 1 2

    Portable Tanks. marking, sale, and use of

    certain UN portable tanks

    conforming to the

    requirements of Sec.

    172.102(c)(7) portable

    tank code T50 which are

    designed and constructed

    in accordance with

    Section VIII, Division 1

    of the ASME Code,

    including the 2004

    edition, which allows a

    design margin of 3.5:1.

    The portable tanks,

    mounted in ISO frames,

    are authorized for

    transportation in

    commerce of Division 2.1

    and 2.2 materials.

    SP14520........................ Cargo Tanks/Rail Cars/ Authorizes use of DOT 1 5

    Portable Tanks. specification 105J500W

    tank cars having a

    maximum gross weight on

    rail of 268,000 pounds

    for transportation in

    commerce of chlorine, a

    Division 2.3 material

    provided the weight

    increase is applied to

    safety improvements of

    the packaging.

    Page 5383

    SP14532........................ Cargo Tanks/Rail Cars/ Authorizes transportation 1 2

    Portable Tanks. in commerce of certain

    Division 5.1 hazardous

    materials in tank cars

    that have not had their

    rupture disk removed for

    inspection.

    SP14560........................ Cargo Tanks/Rail Cars/ Authorizes transportation 1 2

    Portable Tanks. in commerce of Division

    4.2 hazardous materials

    in tank cars fitted with

    an alternative means of

    fittings protection.

    SP14572........................ Cargo Tanks/Rail Cars/ Authorizes manufacture, 1 2

    Portable Tanks. marking, sale and use of

    certain UN portable tanks

    conforming to the

    requirements of Sec.

    172.102(c)(7), T50 which

    are designed and

    constructed in accordance

    with Section VIII,

    Division 2 of the ASME

    Code instead of Section

    VIII, Division 1. The

    portable tanks, mounted

    in ISO frames, are

    authorized for

    transportation in

    commerce of Division 2.1

    and 2.2 materials.

    SP14573........................ Cargo Tanks/Rail Cars/ Authorizes manufacture, 1 4

    Portable Tanks. marking, sale and use of

    DOT 400 series cargo tank

    motor vehicles fabricated

    using certain duplex

    stainless steels and

    other materials not

    authorized in Sec.

    178.345-2 as materials of

    construction.

    SP14574........................ Cargo Tanks/Rail Cars/ Authorizes use of specific 1 2

    Portable Tanks. lined DOT specification

    MC 312 and DOT 412 cargo

    tanks which are not

    subject to the internal

    visual inspections and

    lining inspections

    required by Sec.

    180.407(c), (e) and (f)

    for transportation in

    commerce of certain Class

    8 and Division 6.1

    materials.

    SP14578........................ Cargo Tanks/Rail Cars/ Authorizes manufacture, 1 2

    Portable Tanks. marking, sale, and use of

    certain UN portable tanks

    conforming to the

    requirements of Sec.

    172.102(c)(7) T50 which

    are designed and

    constructed in accordance

    with Section VIII,

    Division 2 of the ASME

    Code instead of Section

    VIII, Division 1. The

    portable tanks, mounted

    in ISO frames, are

    authorized for

    transportation in

    commerce of Division 2.1

    and 2.2 materials.

    SP14597........................ Cargo Tanks/Rail Cars/ Authorizes manufacture, 1 2

    Portable Tanks. marking, sale and use of

    DOT specification DOT

    110AW multi-unit tank car

    tanks for transportation

    in commerce of anhydrous

    ammonia and chlorine.

    SP14616........................ Cargo Tanks/Rail Cars/ Authorizes manufacture, 1 3

    Portable Tanks. marking, sale, and use of

    certain UN portable tanks

    conforming to the

    requirements of Sec.

    172.102(c)(7) portable

    tank code T50 which are

    designed and constructed

    in accordance with

    Section VIII, Division 2

    of the ASME Code instead

    of Section VIII, Division

    1 for transportation in

    commerce of Division 2.1

    and 2.2 materials.

    SP14689........................ Cargo Tanks/Rail Cars/ Authorizes transportation 1 3

    Portable Tanks. in commerce of certain

    DOT specification MC-331

    cargo tank motor vehicles

    with a water capacity

    greater than 3,500

    gallons, manufactured to

    the DOT MC-331

    specification,

    constructed of quenched

    and tempered (``QT'')

    steel except that the

    cargo tanks have baffle

    support clips welded

    directly to the inside of

    the cargo tank wall

    without the use of pads.

    SP14630........................ Cargo Tanks/Rail Cars/ Authorizes use of certain 1 2

    Portable Tanks. non-DOT specification

    cargo tanks (nurse tanks)

    that are not authorized

    by the HMR for

    transportation in

    commerce of certain

    Division 6.1 liquid soil

    pesticide fumigants.

    SP14710........................ Cargo Tanks/Rail Cars/ Authorizes manufacture, 1 4

    Portable Tanks. marking, sale, and use of

    DOT 400 series cargo tank

    motor vehicles

    constructed of titanium

    instead of the materials

    authorized in Sec.

    178.345-2.

    SP14734........................ Cargo Tanks/Rail Cars/ Authorizes use of DOT 1 4

    Portable Tanks. specification 111A100W5

    tank cars having a

    maximum gross weight on

    rail at 286,000 pounds

    for transportation in

    commerce of a Class 8

    material.

    SP14743........................ Cargo Tanks/Rail Cars/ Authorizes one-time, one- 1 2

    Portable Tanks. way transportation in

    commerce of approximately

    2,020 lbs. of sodium in a

    non-DOT specification

    metal bulk tank.

    SP14751........................ Cargo Tanks/Rail Cars/ Authorizes transportation 2 2

    Portable Tanks. in commerce of an

    organometallic substance,

    solid, in a non-DOT

    specification portable

    tank which is designed in

    accordance with the

    requirements for an UN

    portable tank and

    portable tank

    instructions ``T9''

    except it is equipped

    with a bottom opening, or

    a DOT specification UN

    portable tank designed to

    the meeting the

    requirements of portable

    tank instruction ``T21''.

    SP14756........................ Cargo Tanks/Rail Cars/ Authorizes transportation 1 3

    Portable Tanks. in commerce of a Division

    4.2 material in 35 non-

    DOT specification

    portable tanks conforming

    to the requirements of a

    UN T21 portable tank

    except for the thickness

    of the bottom conical

    head.

    SP14765........................ Cargo Tanks/Rail Cars/ Authorizes use of specific 1 3

    Portable Tanks. lined DOT specification

    MC 312 and DOT 412 cargo

    tank motor vehicles which

    are not subject to the

    internal visual

    inspections required by

    49 CFR 180.407(c), (e)

    and (f) for

    transportation in

    commerce of certain acids.

    Page 5384

    SP14770........................ Cargo Tanks/Rail Cars/ Authorizes transportation 2 2

    Portable Tanks. in commerce of an

    organometallic substance,

    solid, water-reactive,

    flammable n.o.s in a non-

    DOT specification

    portable tank which is

    designed in accordance

    with the provisions for

    an UN portable tank

    (portable tank

    instruction ``T9''),

    except it is equipped

    with a bottom opening.

    SP14779........................ Cargo Tanks/Rail Cars/ Authorizes manufacture, 1 4

    Portable Tanks. marking, sale and use of

    a non-DOT specification

    glass fiber reinforced

    plastic (GFRP) cargo tank

    conforming with all

    regulations applicable to

    a DOT specification 412/

    407, except as specified,

    for transportation in

    commerce of certain

    hazardous materials.

    SP14815........................ Cargo Tanks/Rail Cars/ Authorizes transportation 1 3

    Portable Tanks. in commerce of fifteen

    vacuum insulated UN

    portable tanks conforming

    to the requirements of

    Sec. 72.102(c)(7)

    portable tank instruction

    ``T75'' which are

    designed and constructed

    in accordance with the EN

    13530 Standard instead of

    the ASME Code Section

    VIII for export only of

    nitrous oxide,

    refrigerated liquid.

    SP14832........................ Cargo Tanks/Rail Cars/ Authorizes manufacture, 1 2

    Portable Tanks. marking, sale and use of

    DOT 105 and DOT 112

    specification tank cars

    for use in transportation

    of hazardous materials

    that are toxic by

    inhalation with a welded

    manway protective

    housing, subject to

    certain limitations.

    SP14889........................ Cargo Tanks/Rail Cars/ Authorizes transportation 1 3

    Portable Tanks. in commerce of certain UN

    portable tanks that are

    waived from the

    requirement to perform an

    internal examination as

    part of the intermediate

    2.5 year periodic

    inspection when used

    exclusively for the

    transport of certain

    Class 4 organometallic

    substances.

    SP14948........................ Cargo Tanks/Rail Cars/ Authorizes transportation 2 2

    Portable Tanks. in commerce of missile

    sustainer sections

    containing a flammable

    liquid in non-DOT

    specification packaging

    by motor vehicle and

    cargo vessel.

    SP14980........................ Cargo Tanks/Rail Cars/ Authorizes one-way 22 4

    Portable Tanks. transportation in

    commerce of liquefied

    petroleum gas (LPG) in

    certain non-DOT

    specification storage

    tanks by private carrier

    motor vehicle. The

    prescribed packagings are

    non-DOT specification

    storage containers for

    liquefied petroleum gas,

    designed for permanent

    installation on consumer

    premises. Each container

    must conform to the

    following description:

    (1) Be ASME Code ``U''

    stamped; and (2) have a

    water capacity not

    exceeding 500 gallons.

    SP15028........................ Cargo Tanks/Rail Cars/ Authorizes use of specific 1 2

    Portable Tanks. lined DOT specification

    MC 312, and DOT

    specification 412 cargo

    tank motor vehicles which

    are not subject to the

    internal visual

    inspections required by

    Sec. 180.407(c), (e)

    and (f) for

    transportation in

    commerce of certain acids.

    SP15036........................ Cargo Tanks/Rail Cars/ Authorizes manufacture, 1 2

    Portable Tanks. marking, sale and use of

    non-DOT specification

    tank cars consisting of

    an inner pressure vessel

    and an outer protective

    for use in transportation

    of hazardous materials

    that are toxic by

    inhalation, subject to

    certain requirements and

    limitations.

    SP15220........................ Cargo Tanks/Rail Cars/ Authorizes manufacture, 1 4

    Portable Tanks. marking, sale and use of

    UN T75 Code portable

    tanks that are designed,

    constructed, certified

    and stamped in accordance

    with Section VIII

    Division 1, latest

    edition, of ASME Code,

    except as specified, for

    transportation in

    commerce of certain

    hazardous materials.

    SP15229........................ Cargo Tanks/Rail Cars/ Authorizes transportation 1 3

    Portable Tanks. in commerce of chlorine,

    Division 2.3 material in

    DOT 106A500X and DOT

    106A500W multi-unit tank

    car tanks that are not

    equipped with a pressure

    relief device.

    SP15267........................ Cargo Tanks/Rail Cars/ Authorizes manufacture, 1 3

    Portable Tanks. marking, and sale of non-

    DOT specification

    portable tanks with a

    maximum capacity of 165

    liters (43.6 U.S.

    gallons) for

    transportation in

    commerce of liquid

    bromine.

    SP15284........................ Cargo Tanks/Rail Cars/ Authorizes transportation 4 2

    Portable Tanks. in commerce of anhydrous

    hydrogen fluoride in DOT

    112S500I specification

    tank cars equipped with

    alternative pressure

    relief devices.

    SP15326........................ Cargo Tanks/Rail Cars/ Authorizes transportation 1 2

    Portable Tanks. in commerce of certain

    Division 4.2 and Division

    4.3 materials in MC 331

    cargo tank motor vehicles

    with filling/discharge

    connections external to

    the tank and located in a

    recessed well on the top

    of the cargo tank that

    does not have a remote

    self-closing internal

    valve.

    SP15384........................ Cargo Tanks/Rail Cars/ Authorizes transportation 1 3

    Portable Tanks. in commerce of certain

    gases in DOT 107A tank

    car tanks (tubes). The

    tubes are retested by AE/

    UE in place of the

    internal visual

    inspection and the

    hydrostatic retest

    required in Sec.

    180.205.

    SP15393........................ Cargo Tanks/Rail Cars/ Authorizes transportation 1 4

    Portable Tanks. in commerce of sulfuric

    acid in tanks cars that

    have undergone an

    alternative pre-trip

    inspection procedure.

    Page 5385

    SP15552........................ Cargo Tanks/Rail Cars/ Authorizes manufacture, 1 4

    Portable Tanks. marking, sale and use of

    a non-DOT specification

    glass fiber reinforced

    plastic (GFRP) cargo tank

    conforming with all

    regulations applicable to

    a DOT specification 407/

    412 for transportation in

    commerce of certain

    hazardous materials.

    SP15647........................ Cargo Tanks/Rail Cars/ Authorizes retesting of 1 3

    Portable Tanks. certain DOT specification

    and non-DOT specification

    multi-unit tank car tanks

    without approval from the

    Association of American

    Railroads (AAR).

    ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

    Operational Air/Vessel

    ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

    SP6543......................... Operational Air/Vessel... Authorizes use of non-DOT 2 2

    specification cylinders

    or containers for

    transportation in

    commerce of certain

    hazardous materials.

    SP7060......................... Operational Air/Vessel... Authorizes carriage of 2 3

    radioactive materials

    aboard cargo aircraft

    only, under any

    combination of the

    following conditions:

    When the combined

    transport index exceeds

    the authorized limit of

    200 per aircraft (as

    specified in Sec.

    175.700(b)(2)(ii)), or

    the separation distance

    criteria of Sec.

    175.702(a)(2)(ii) cannot

    be met.

    SP7280......................... Operational Air/Vessel... Authorizes transportation 1 3

    in commerce of certain

    motor vehicles, fixed

    wing aircraft,

    helicopters, air

    cushioned vehicles/boats

    and power boats with fuel

    tanks \3/4\ full instead

    of \1/4\ full. In

    addition, the fueled

    vehicles are authorized

    to be transported with

    battery cables connected

    if the holds or

    compartment of a vessel

    in which vehicles are

    loaded are mechanically

    ventilated.

    SP7465......................... Operational Air/Vessel... Authorizes stowage aboard 1 3

    passenger vessels of

    motor vehicles, such as

    recreational vehicles,

    with attached cylinders

    of liquefied petroleum

    gas, as well as extra

    containers of gasoline

    (including camp stove or

    lantern fuel) and

    portable cylinders of

    liquefied petroleum gas.

    (State of Alaska,

    Department of

    Transportation).

    SP7605......................... Operational Air/Vessel... Authorizes transportation 2 2

    in commerce of certain

    explosives contained in

    partially disassembled

    aircraft or sub-

    assemblies with explosive

    components (ejection

    seat, fuselage and canopy

    related devices) and

    aircraft canopy

    assemblies with explosive

    components installed.

    SP7648......................... Operational Air/Vessel... Authorizes transportation 1 2

    of flares, aerial classed

    as Division 1.3G in a

    small cargo aircraft

    only, for test purposes..

    SP7891......................... Operational Air/Vessel... Authorizes transportation 4 3

    in commerce of certain

    specially designed

    combination packagings

    containing certain

    hazardous materials

    without hazard labels or

    placards, with quantity

    limits not exceeding one

    liter for liquids or 2.85

    kilograms for solids.

    SP7928......................... Operational Air/Vessel... Authorizes transportation 1 3

    in commerce of certain

    hazardous materials using

    alternate stowage. (State

    of Alaska, Department of

    Transportation).

    SP8249......................... Operational Air/Vessel... Authorizes manufacture, 1 3

    marking, sale and use of

    specially designed

    combination packagings

    for transportation in

    commerce of various

    hazardous materials

    without hazard labels or

    placards, with quantity

    limits not exceeding one

    liter for liquids or 2.85

    kilograms for solids.

    SP8307......................... Operational Air/Vessel... Authorizes transportation 1 3

    in commerce of packages

    described as non-

    pyrotechnic smoke

    generators containing

    certain Class 8 materials

    that may have a

    subsidiary poison

    inhalation hazard and

    also may contain

    nitrogen, compressed gas.

    SP8697......................... Operational Air/Vessel... Authorizes transportation 1 3

    in commerce of liquefied

    petroleum gas in amounts

    that exceed the quantity

    limitations for

    transportation by cargo

    aircraft only in the

    State of Alaska.

    SP8826......................... Operational Air/Vessel... Authorizes transportation 1 3

    in commerce of certain

    Division 1.1, 1.2, 1.3

    1.4, 1.5 and 1.6

    explosives which are

    forbidden or exceed

    quantities authorized for

    transportation by cargo

    aircraft only.

    SP8914......................... Operational Air/Vessel... Authorizes transportation 1 3

    in commerce of certain

    Division 1.1, 1.2, 1.3

    and 1.4 explosives which

    are forbidden or exceed

    quantities authorized for

    transportation by cargo

    aircraft only.

    SP9168......................... Operational Air/Vessel... Authorizes the 2 3

    manufacture, marking,

    sale and use of specially

    designed combination

    packagings for

    transportation in

    commerce of various

    hazardous materials

    without hazard labels or

    placards, with quantity

    limits not exceeding one

    liter for liquids or 2.85

    kilograms for solids.

    SP9211......................... Operational Air/Vessel... Authorizes transportation 8 3

    in commerce of certain

    Division 1.1, 1.2, 1.3

    and 1.4 military

    explosives on certain

    vessels, in cargo holds

    having electrically-

    powered lighting, air

    conditioning, alarm, fire

    detection, and cargo-

    handling systems.

    SP9551......................... Operational Air/Vessel... Authorizes transportation 1 3

    in commerce of certain

    Division 1.1, 1.2, 1.3

    and 1.4 explosives which

    are forbidden or exceed

    quantities authorized for

    transportation by cargo

    aircraft only.

    Page 5386

    SP9689......................... Operational Air/Vessel... Authorizes transportation 1 3

    in commerce of certain

    dense or heavy materials

    such as toluene

    diisocyanate, and other

    hazardous materials not

    exceeding 12.09 pounds

    per gallon, to be secured

    against movement in a

    freight container or

    transport vehicle by the

    use of a fabric restraint

    dunnage system when

    shipped by cargo vessel.

    SP9735......................... Operational Air/Vessel... Authorizes certain 1 5

    Dangerous Cargo Manifests

    (DCMs) to be retained in

    a location other than on

    or near the bridge of the

    cargo vessel while the

    vessel is in port.

    SP9856......................... Operational Air/Vessel... Authorizes use of either 1 2

    DOT specification or non-

    DOT specification

    packaging and authorizes

    patient use of oxygen

    systems (Division 2.2) on

    board a passenger ship or

    cargo ship.

    SP10298........................ Operational Air/Vessel... Authorizes transportation 1 3

    in commerce of certain

    liquid fuels, Class 3

    materials, contained in

    non-DOT specification

    packaging seal drums or

    rollagons of up to 500

    gallon capacity by cargo

    aircraft to remote

    locations within the

    State of Alaska and

    Bronson Creek, British

    Columbia, Canada.

    SP10648........................ Operational Air/Vessel... Authorizes transportation 1 3

    in commerce of certain

    Division 1.1, 1.2, 1.3

    and 1.4 explosives which

    are forbidden or exceed

    quantities authorized for

    transportation by cargo

    aircraft only.

    SP10672........................ Operational Air/Vessel... Authorizes manufacture, 1 3

    marking, sale and use of

    specially designed

    combination packagings

    for transportation in

    commerce of certain

    Division 4.3, 4.1, 5.1,

    5.2, 4.2, 6.1, Class 8

    and 3 materials without

    hazard labels or

    placards, with quantity

    limits not exceeding one

    liter for liquids or 2.85

    kilograms for solids.

    SP10688........................ Operational Air/Vessel... Authorizes transportation 1 3

    in commerce of gasoline

    in non-DOT specification

    polyethylene containers,

    and overpacked on small,

    passenger-carrying

    aircraft within the State

    of Alaska.

    SP10790........................ Operational Air/Vessel... Authorizes transportation 1 3

    in commerce of certain

    Division 1.1, 1.2, 1.3

    and 1.4 explosives which

    are forbidden or exceed

    quantities authorized for

    transportation by cargo

    aircraft only.

    SP10966........................ Operational Air/Vessel... Authorizes transportation 1 2

    in commerce by helicopter

    of certain Class 3

    materials and a Class 8

    material in a UN31HA1

    intermediate bulk

    container (IBC).

    SP11110........................ Operational Air/Vessel... Authorizes transportation 1 3

    in commerce of Division

    1.4S and Class 8 PGIII

    materials in an

    inaccessible location

    aboard an aircraft in

    quantities exceeding

    those authorized by Sec.

    175.75.

    SP11136........................ Operational Air/Vessel... Authorizes the offering in 3 3

    air transportation of

    fireworks, Division 1.3G,

    UN0335 which are

    forbidden or exceed the

    quantity limitations

    authorized for

    transportation by cargo

    aircraft only.

    SP11232........................ Operational Air/Vessel... Authorizes transportation 1 2

    in commerce of acetylene,

    dissolved, contained in a

    DOT specification

    cylinder secured on a

    state-owned maintenance

    motor vehicle while

    stowed on a protected

    vehicle deck on board a

    passenger ferry vessel.

    SP11248........................ Operational Air/Vessel... Authorizes manufacture, 1 3

    marking, sale and use of

    specially designed

    combination packagings

    for transportation in

    commerce of various

    hazardous materials

    without hazard labels or

    placards, with quantity

    limits not exceeding one

    liter for liquids or 2.85

    kilograms for solids per

    inner packaging.

    SP11273........................ Operational Air/Vessel... Authorizes transportation 1 3

    in commerce of certain

    Division 1.1, 1.2, 1.3,

    1.4, 1.5, and 1.6

    explosives which are

    forbidden or exceed

    quantities authorized for

    transportation by cargo

    aircraft only.

    SP11328........................ Operational Air/Vessel... Authorizes transportation 2 3

    in commerce of an

    alternate stacking

    arrangement for

    cylindrical shaped UN5H3

    bags of explosive,

    blasting type E, 1.5D,

    UN0332.

    SP11386........................ Operational Air/Vessel... Authorizes transportation 1 2

    in commerce of certain

    liquefied petroleum gases

    and acetylene contained

    in DOT specification

    cylinders on board

    passenger ferry vessels

    which are carrying more

    than 25 passengers.

    SP11503........................ Operational Air/Vessel... Authorizes transportation 1 3

    in commerce of certain

    closed freight containers

    on unmanned deck barges

    without the need to

    segregate the freight

    containers in accordance

    with the provisions of

    Sec. 176.83(f) during

    Puget Sound and Alaska

    operations.

    SP11510........................ Operational Air/Vessel... Authorizes transportation 1 2

    in commerce of certain

    DOT specification

    cylinders containing

    propane, a Division 2.1

    gas, which is forbidden

    for shipment aboard

    passenger carrying

    aircraft.

    SP11677........................ Operational Air/Vessel... Authorizes transportation 1 3

    in commerce of certain

    Division 1.1, 1.2, 1.3

    and 1.4 explosives which

    are forbidden or exceed

    quantities authorized for

    transportation by cargo

    aircraft only.

    Page 5387

    SP11781........................ Operational Air/Vessel... Authorizes transportation 1 3

    in commerce of certain

    Division 1.1, 1.2, 1.3

    and 1.4 explosives which

    are forbidden or exceed

    quantities authorized for

    transportation by cargo

    aircraft only.

    SP11844........................ Operational Air/Vessel... Authorizes transportation 1 3

    in commerce of certain

    Division 1.1, 1.2, 1.3

    and 1.4 explosives which

    are forbidden or exceed

    quantities authorized for

    transportation by cargo

    aircraft only.

    SP11866........................ Operational Air/Vessel... Authorizes transportation 1 3

    in commerce of internal

    combustion-powered motor

    vehicles in freight

    containers in cargo

    vessel holds that are not

    ventilated.

    SP11881........................ Operational Air/Vessel... Authorizes transportation 2 3

    in commerce of certain

    Class 1 (explosive)

    materials of different

    compatibility groups in

    the same motor vehicle in

    the vehicle spaces of a

    vessel under certain

    conditions.

    SP11989........................ Operational Air/Vessel... Authorizes stowage of 1 2

    certain Division 1.1, 1.2

    and 1.4 explosives, in

    the same freight

    container with helium,

    compressed and nitrogen,

    compressed, Division 2.2,

    on board certain

    Department of Defense

    vessels.

    SP12054........................ Operational Air/Vessel... Authorizes transportation 1 3

    in commerce of certain

    Division 1.1, 1.2, 1.3

    and 1.4 explosives which

    are forbidden or exceed

    quantities authorized for

    transportation by cargo

    aircraft only.

    SP12133........................ Operational Air/Vessel... Authorizes transportation 1 3

    in commerce of certain

    Division 1.1, 1.2, 1.3

    and 1.4 explosives which

    are forbidden or exceed

    quantities authorized for

    transportation by cargo

    aircraft only.

    SP12283........................ Operational Air/Vessel... Authorizes transportation 6 3

    in commerce of batteries

    for disposal or

    remanufacture, in non-DOT

    specification packagings,

    by cargo aircraft only

    between remote places

    within the State of

    Alaska.

    SP12339........................ Operational Air/Vessel... Authorizes transportation 8 2

    in commerce by cargo

    vessel of DOT

    specification 3AL

    aluminum cylinders

    containing various

    Division 2.1 and 2.3

    gases that are currently

    permitted for transport

    in such cylinders only by

    highway, rail and, in

    some cases, cargo-only

    aircraft.

    SP12362........................ Operational Air/Vessel... Authorizes limited 1 2

    maintenance and repair

    operations to vehicles

    stowed below deck in the

    same cargo holds as Class

    1 explosives aboard

    certain vessels.

    SP12382........................ Operational Air/Vessel... Authorizes transportation 1 3

    in commerce of certain

    Division 1.1, 1.2, 1.3

    and 1.4 explosives which

    are forbidden or exceed

    quantities authorized for

    transportation by cargo

    aircraft only.

    SP12383........................ Operational Air/Vessel... Authorizes stowage of 1 2

    closed steel freight

    containers of certain

    Class 1 explosives, in

    the cargo hold adjacent

    to the machinery space,

    at a distance of less

    than three meters from

    the forward bulkhead of

    the machinery space.

    SP12401........................ Operational Air/Vessel... Authorizes manufacture, 1 3

    marking, sale and use of

    specially designed

    combination packagings

    for transportation in

    commerce of various

    hazardous materials

    without hazard labels or

    placards, with quantity

    limits not exceeding one

    liter for liquids or 2.85

    kilograms for solids.

    SP12463........................ Operational Air/Vessel... Authorizes transportation 1 2

    in commerce of oxygen,

    refrigerated liquid,

    UN1073 in insulated

    cylinders or insulated

    cargo tanks aboard a

    passenger ferry vessel as

    prescribed.

    SP12592........................ Operational Air/Vessel... Authorizes transportation 1 2

    in commerce of motor

    vehicles with fuel in

    their tanks in a cargo

    hold of a certain vessel

    without full compliance

    with Sec. 176.905(h),

    which requires all

    electrical equipment in

    the hold, other than

    fixed explosion-proof

    lighting, to be

    disconnected from its

    power source at a

    location outside the hold.

    SP12674........................ Operational Air/Vessel... Authorizes transportation 1 2

    in commerce of certain

    DOT specification

    cylinders containing

    propane, a Division 2.1

    gas, which is forbidden

    for shipment aboard

    passenger carrying

    aircraft.

    SP12708........................ Operational Air/Vessel... Authorizes the 1 2

    transportation in

    commerce of certain

    Division 1.1, 1.2, 1.3

    and 1.4 explosives which

    are forbidden or exceed

    quantities authorized for

    transportation by cargo

    aircraft only.The SP

    authorizes transportation

    of certain hazardous

    materials in aircraft of

    United States registry.

    It does not grant

    authority to use foreign

    controlled airspace or

    airports outside the

    United States.

    SP12982........................ Operational Air/Vessel... Authorizes transportation 1 3

    in commerce of black

    powder for small arms and

    primers by which are

    forbidden for

    transportation by air, to

    be transported by

    passenger-carrying

    aircraft within and

    around the State of

    Alaska when other means

    of transportation are

    impracticable or not

    available.

    SP13137........................ Operational Air/Vessel... Authorizes transportation 1 3

    in commerce of certain

    Division 1.1, 1.2, 1.3

    and 1.4 explosives which

    are forbidden or exceed

    quantities authorized for

    transportation by cargo

    aircraft only.

    Page 5388

    SP13169........................ Operational Air/Vessel... Authorizes transportation 1 3

    in commerce of certain

    DOT specification UN31A

    intermediate bulk

    containers containing

    flammable liquid, n.o.s.

    or combustible liquid,

    n.o.s., which exceed

    quantity limitations when

    shipped by air during

    Alaska operations.

    SP13200........................ Operational Air/Vessel... Authorizes transportation 1 3

    in commerce of certain

    Division 1.1, 1.2, 1.3

    and 1.4 explosives which

    are forbidden or exceed

    quantities authorized for

    transportation by cargo

    aircraft only.

    SP13313........................ Operational Air/Vessel... Authorizes transportation 1 2

    in commerce aboard

    passenger ferry vessels

    of certain hazardous

    materials contained on

    roll-on, roll-off

    transport vehicles

    subject to certain

    limitations and special

    requirements.

    SP13736........................ Operational Air/Vessel... Authorizes transportation 1 2

    in commerce of certain

    DOT specification UN31A

    intermediate bulk

    containers containing

    certain Class 3 materials

    which exceed quantity

    limitations when shipped

    by air.

    SP13876........................ Operational Air/Vessel... Authorizes the City of 1 3

    Kotzebue to offer for

    transportation in

    commerce certain

    batteries for disposal or

    remanufacture in non-DOT

    specification packagings

    exceeding the gross

    weight limitations by

    cargo aircraft only

    within the State of

    Alaska.

    SP13997........................ Operational Air/Vessel... Authorizes transportation 1 2

    in commerce of certain

    hazardous materials by 14

    CFR Part 133 Rotorcraft

    External Load Operations

    transporting hazardous

    materials attached to or

    suspended from an

    aircraft, in remote areas

    of the U.S. only, without

    being subject to hazard

    communication

    requirements, quantity

    limitations and certain

    loading and stowage

    requirements.

    SP14145........................ Operational Air/Vessel... Authorizes the stowage of 2 3

    Class 1 (explosive)

    materials, in certain

    locations of a cargo hold

    above, below and adjacent

    to specified machinery

    spaces other than

    Category A. In addition,

    it authorizes the

    handling of Class 1

    materials in certain

    locations of a cargo hold

    and on the transfer deck

    (main deck) while in

    transit and loading and

    unloading while underway

    at sea.

    SP14146........................ Operational Highway/Rail/ Authorizes transportation 1 2

    Shipper/Other. in commerce of flammable

    liquid powered internal

    combustion engines and

    marine propulsion

    equipment containing

    internal combustion

    engines, with coolant and

    hydraulic systems that

    have not been emptied.

    SP14158........................ Operational Air/Vessel... Authorizes transportation 1 2

    in commerce of a fuel

    cell power plant assembly

    containing packaged

    Division 4.2, PG II, and

    Class 8, PG II materials

    without meeting the

    segregation requirements.

    SP14166........................ Operational Air/Vessel... Authorizes transportation 2 3

    in commerce of certain

    Division 1.1, 1.2, 1.3

    and 1.4 explosives which

    are forbidden or exceed

    quantities authorized for

    transportation by cargo

    aircraft only.

    SP14201........................ Operational Air/Vessel... Authorizes transportation 1 3

    in commerce of certain

    Division 1.1, 1.2, 1.3

    and 1.4 explosives which

    are forbidden or exceed

    quantities authorized for

    transportation by cargo

    aircraft only.

    SP14210........................ Operational Air/Vessel... Authorizes transportation 1 2

    in commerce of certain

    hazardous materials by 14

    CFR Part 133 Rotorcraft

    External Load Operations

    transporting hazardous

    materials attached to or

    suspended from an

    aircraft, in remote areas

    of the U.S. only, without

    being subject to hazard

    communication

    requirements, quantity

    limitations and certain

    loading and stowage

    requirements.

    SP14327........................ Operational Air/Vessel... Authorizes transportation 1 3

    in commerce of certain

    compressed gas fueled and

    liquid-fueled cigarette

    lighters in checked

    baggage of passenger

    aircraft when packaged in

    a rigid, vapor-tight non-

    DOT specification solid

    plastic packaging that

    prevents any movement of

    the lighter during

    transport.

    SP14392........................ Operational Air/Vessel... Authorizes stowage of 2 2

    Class 1 explosive

    materials below deck of a

    cargo vessel with an

    alternative container

    stowage configuration.

    SP14466........................ Operational Air/Vessel... Authorizes transportation 3 3

    in commerce of certain

    Class 1 explosive

    materials which are

    forbidden for

    transportation by air, to

    be transported by cargo

    aircraft within and

    around the State of

    Alaska when other means

    of transportation are

    impracticable or not

    available.

    SP14516........................ Operational Air/Vessel... Authorizes a package of 1 3

    radioactive material that

    is labeled with the Cargo

    Aircraft Only label and

    also a subsidiary hazard

    label to be loaded in an

    inaccessible cargo

    location when transported

    by aircraft.

    SP14527........................ Operational Air/Vessel... Authorizes air 2 5

    transportation of

    hazardous materials

    without identifying the

    packaging type on the

    Notification to Pilot in

    Command.

    SP14531........................ Operational Air/Vessel... Authorizes transportation 1 2

    in commerce of a breath

    tester in company owned

    aircraft as unregulated.

    Page 5389

    SP14548........................ Operational Air/Vessel... Authorizes transportation 3 5

    of wheelchairs or other

    battery-powered mobility

    aids equipped with a non-

    spillable battery in

    checked baggage of

    passenger aircraft

    without disconnecting the

    battery.

    SP14554........................ Operational Air/Vessel... Authorizes transportation 1 3

    in commerce of certain

    forbidden explosives by

    helicopter to various

    mountain sites in

    Antarctica as directed by

    the National Science

    Foundation of the U.S.

    government.

    SP14569........................ Operational Air/Vessel... Authorizes transportation 2 2

    of Class 1 (explosive)

    materials on unmanned

    deck barges in an

    alternative stowage

    configuration.

    SP14592........................ Operational Air/Vessel... Authorizes transportation 1 5

    in commerce of life-

    saving appliances, self-

    inflating by air when

    identifying only the

    gross weight per package

    on shipping papers.

    SP14632........................ Operational Air/Vessel... Authorizes transportation 1 2

    in commerce of certain

    Division 1.1, 1.2, 1.3

    and 1.4 explosives which

    are forbidden or exceed

    quantities authorized for

    transportation by cargo

    aircraft only.

    SP14641........................ Operational Air/Vessel... Authorizes transportation 1 3

    in commerce by air of

    certain hazardous

    materials in packagings

    that exceed the quantity

    limit for cargo carrying

    aircraft.

    SP14644........................ Operational Air/Vessel... Authorizes transportation 1 2

    in commerce by Part 133

    Rotorcraft External Load

    Operations transporting

    certain hazardous

    materials attached to or

    suspended from a cargo

    aircraft in remote areas

    of the U.S. only, without

    being subject to certain

    hazard communication and

    packaging requirements.

    SP14650........................ Operational Air/Vessel... Authorizes transportation 1 2

    in commerce of certain

    Division 1.1D and 1.4B

    explosives which are

    forbidden for

    transportation by cargo

    aircraft only.

    SP14791........................ Operational Air/Vessel... Authorizes transportation 1 2

    in commerce of certain

    hazardous materials by 14

    CFR Part 133 Rotorcraft

    External Load Operations

    transporting hazardous

    materials attached to or

    suspended from an

    aircraft, in remote areas

    of the U.S. only, without

    being subject to hazard

    communication

    requirements, quantity

    limitations and certain

    loading and stowage

    requirements.

    SP14828........................ Operational Air/Vessel... Authorizes transportation 1 2

    in commerce of certain

    Division 1.1, 1.3, 1.4

    explosives which are

    forbidden or exceed

    quantities authorized for

    transportation by cargo

    aircraft only.

    SP14830........................ Operational Air/Vessel... Authorizes transportation 1 2

    in commerce of certain

    hazardous materials by

    cargo aircraft and

    rotorcraft (external load

    operations subject to 14

    CFR Part 133) in remote

    areas of the United

    States only, without

    being subject to certain

    hazard communication

    requirements, quantity

    limitations, and certain

    loading and stowage

    requirements.

    SP14861........................ Operational Air/Vessel... Authorizes transportation 1 2

    in commerce of certain

    hazardous materials by

    cargo aircraft in remote

    areas of the U.S. only,

    without being subject to

    hazard communication

    requirements and quantity

    limitations.

    SP14907........................ Operational Air/Vessel... Authorizes transportation 1 3

    in commerce by air

    UN1268, petroleum

    distillates, n.o.s.

    solution, PG III in

    packages that exceed the

    quantity limit for cargo

    only aircraft.

    SP14908........................ Operational Air/Vessel... Authorizes use of outer 1 2

    packaging not being

    capable of passing the

    Flame Penetration and

    Resistance Test and the

    Thermal Resistance Test

    for the transportation in

    commerce of certain

    cylinders of compressed

    oxygen, when no other

    practical means of

    transportation exists.

    SP14921........................ Operational Air/Vessel... Authorizes transportation 1 3

    in commerce of compressed

    oxygen by Part 133

    Rotorcraft External Load

    Operations attached to or

    suspended from an

    aircraft only within the

    State of Alaska.

    SP14924........................ Operational Air/Vessel... Authorizes transportation 1 3

    in commerce of certain

    explosives by vessel in

    an alternative stowage

    configuration.

    SP14927........................ Operational Air/Vessel... Authorizes transportation 1 2

    in commerce of certain

    cylinders of compressed

    gases with a subsidiary

    hazard of Division 5.1,

    when other means of

    transportation are

    impracticable, without

    their outer packaging

    being capable of passing

    the Flame Penetration and

    Resistance Test and the

    Thermal Resistance Test.

    SP14959........................ Operational Air/Vessel... Authorizes transportation 1 3

    in commerce Class 3

    gasoline in private motor

    vehicles and trailers

    when in approved

    containers of 6 gallon or

    less capacity on

    passenger ferry vessels

    transporting motor

    vehicles.

    Page 5390

    SP14995........................ Operational Air/Vessel... Authorizes transportation 1 3

    in commerce of certain

    Class 1 explosive

    materials which are

    forbidden for

    transportation by air or

    exceed the quantity

    limits, to be transported

    by cargo aircraft in the

    State of Alaska when

    other means of

    transportation are

    impracticable or not

    available.

    SP14996........................ Operational Air/Vessel... Authorizes transportation 1 2

    in commerce of certain

    forbidden explosives by

    Part 133 Rotorcraft

    External Load Operations

    transporting hazardous

    materials attached to or

    suspended from an

    aircraft, in remote areas

    of the United States only.

    SP14999........................ Operational Air/Vessel... Authorizes transportation 1 2

    in commerce of certain

    hazardous materials by 14

    CFR Part 133 Rotorcraft

    External Load Operations

    transporting hazardous

    materials attached to or

    suspended from an

    aircraft, in remote areas

    of the United States

    only, without being

    subject to hazard

    communication

    requirements, quantity

    limitations and certain

    loading and stowage

    requirements.

    SP15005........................ Operational Air/Vessel... Authorizes transportation 1 3

    in commerce of propane

    Division 2.1 in DOT

    specification 4B240,

    4BA240, 4BW240 cylinders

    by Part 133 Rotorcraft

    External Load Operations

    transporting hazardous

    materials attached to or

    suspended from a cargo

    aircraft within the State

    of Alaska without being

    subject to quantity

    limitations.

    SP15006........................ Operational Air/Vessel... Authorizes transportation 1 3

    in commerce of certain

    Class 1 hazardous

    materials which are

    forbidden for

    transportation by air, to

    be transported in Part

    133 Rotorcraft External

    Load Operations attached

    to or suspended from an

    aircraft, in remote areas

    of the State of Alaska

    only, without being

    subject to hazard

    communication

    requirements, quantity

    limitations and certain

    loading and stowage

    requirements.

    SP15014........................ Operational Air/Vessel... Authorizes transportation 1 3

    in commerce of certain

    Class 1 hazardous

    materials by Part 133

    Rotorcraft External Load

    Operations transporting

    hazardous materials

    attached to or suspended

    from an aircraft, in

    remote areas within the

    State of Alaska only,

    without being subject to

    hazard communication

    requirements, quantity

    limitations and certain

    loading and stowage

    requirements.

    SP15073........................ Operational Air/Vessel... Authorizes transportation 1 2

    in commerce of certain

    hazardous materials by 14

    CFR Part 133 Rotorcraft

    External Load Operations

    transporting hazardous

    materials attached to or

    suspended from an

    aircraft, in remote areas

    of the United States

    only, without being

    subject to hazard

    communication

    requirements, quantity

    limitations and certain

    loading and stowage

    requirements.

    SP15118........................ Operational Air/Vessel... Authorizes transportation 1 2

    in commerce of sodium

    cyanide in quantities

    that exceed those

    authorized by cargo only

    aircraft.

    SP15126........................ Operational Air/Vessel... Authorizes transportation 1 2

    in commerce of certain

    hazardous materials by

    Part 133 Rotorcraft

    External Load Operations

    attached to or suspended

    from a cargo aircraft, in

    remote areas of the U.S.

    only.

    SP15129........................ Operational Air/Vessel... Authorizes transportation 1 3

    in commerce of certain

    Class 1 explosive

    materials which are

    forbidden for

    transportation by air, to

    be transported by cargo

    aircraft within and

    around the State of

    Alaska when other means

    of transportation are

    impracticable or not

    available.

    SP15162........................ Operational Air/Vessel... Authorizes transportation 1 2

    in commerce of certain

    explosives that are

    forbidden for

    transportation by cargo

    aircraft in alternative

    packaging by 14 CFR Part

    133 Rotorcraft External

    Load Operations attached

    to or suspended from an

    aircraft, in remote areas

    of the U.S. only.

    SP15182........................ Operational Air/Vessel... Authorizes transportation 1 3

    in commerce of an

    oxidizing solid, water-

    reactive material as an

    excepted quantity on

    cargo aircraft.

    SP15187........................ Operational Air/Vessel... Authorizes transportation 1 2

    in commerce of certain

    hazardous materials by 14

    CFR Part 133 Rotorcraft

    External Load Operations

    transporting hazardous

    materials attached to or

    suspended from an

    aircraft, in remote areas

    of the U.S. only, without

    being subject to hazard

    communication

    requirements, quantity

    limitations and certain

    loading and stowage

    requirements.

    SP15226........................ Operational Air/Vessel... Authorizes transportation 1 3

    in commerce of certain

    Class 1 explosive

    materials which are

    forbidden for

    transportation by air, to

    be transported by cargo

    aircraft within and

    around the State of

    Alaska when other means

    of transportation are

    impracticable or not

    available.

    Page 5391

    SP15227........................ Operational Air/Vessel... Authorizes carriage of 1 3

    radioactive materials

    aboard cargo aircraft

    only, under any

    combination of the

    following conditions:

    When the combined

    transport index exceeds

    the authorized limit of

    200 per aircraft (as

    specified in Sec.

    175.700(b)(2)(ii)), or

    the separation distance

    criteria of Sec.

    175.702(b) cannot be met.

    SP15228........................ Operational Air/Vessel... Authorizes carriage of 1 3

    radioactive materials

    aboard cargo aircraft

    only, under any

    combination of the

    following conditions:

    When the combined

    transport index exceeds

    the authorized limit of

    200 per aircraft (as

    specified in Sec.

    175.700(b)(2)(ii)), or

    the separation distance

    criteria of Sec.

    175.702(b) cannot be met.

    SP15238........................ Operational Air/Vessel... Authorizes transportation 1 2

    in commerce of certain

    hazardous materials by 14

    CFR Part 133 Rotorcraft

    External Load Operations

    transporting hazardous

    materials attached to or

    suspended from an

    aircraft, in remote areas

    of the U.S. only, without

    being subject to hazard

    communication

    requirements, quantity

    limitations and certain

    loading and stowage

    requirements.

    SP15240........................ Operational Air/Vessel... Authorizes transportation 1 3

    in commerce of certain

    flammable and combustible

    liquids in alternative

    packaging having a

    capacity of 119 gallons

    or more by cargo aircraft.

    SP15241........................ Operational Air/Vessel... Authorizes transportation 1 3

    in commerce of certain

    Class 1 explosive

    materials which are

    forbidden for

    transportation by air, to

    be transported by cargo

    aircraft within the State

    of Alaska when other

    means of transportation

    are impracticable or not

    available.

    SP15243........................ Operational Air/Vessel... Authorizes transportation 1 3

    in commerce of gasoline

    in non-DOT specification

    polyethylene containers,

    overpacked with plywood,

    on small, passenger-

    carrying aircraft within

    the State of Alaska.

    SP15251........................ Operational Air/Vessel... Authorizes carriage of 1 3

    radioactive materials

    aboard cargo aircraft

    only, under any

    combination of the

    following conditions:

    When the combined

    transport index exceeds

    the authorized limit of

    200 per aircraft (as

    specified in Sec.

    175.700(b)(2)(ii)), or

    the separation distance

    criteria of Sec.

    175.702(b) cannot be met.

    SP15255........................ Operational Air/Vessel... Authorizes carriage of 1 3

    radioactive materials

    aboard cargo aircraft

    only, under any

    combination of the

    following conditions:

    When the combined

    transport index exceeds

    the authorized limit of

    200 per aircraft (as

    specified in Sec.

    175.700(b)(2)(ii)), or

    the separation distance

    criteria of Sec.

    175.702(b) cannot be met.

    SP15274........................ Operational Air/Vessel... Authorizes transportation 1 3

    in commerce of certain

    Class 1 explosive

    materials which are

    forbidden for

    transportation by air, to

    be transported by cargo

    aircraft including

    external load within the

    State of Alaska when

    other means of

    transportation are

    impracticable or not

    available.

    SP15292........................ Operational Air/Vessel... Authorizes transportation 1 3

    in commerce of certain

    liquid fuels, Class 3

    materials, contained in

    non-DOT specification

    packaging seal drums or

    rollagons of up to 500

    gallon capacity by cargo

    aircraft to remote

    locations only within the

    State of Alaska.

    SP15304........................ Operational Air/Vessel... Authorizes transportation 1 2

    in commerce of certain

    hazardous materials by 14

    CFR Part 133 Rotorcraft

    External Load Operations

    transporting hazardous

    materials attached to or

    suspended from an

    aircraft, in remote areas

    of the U.S. only, without

    being subject to hazard

    communication

    requirements, quantity

    limitations and certain

    loading and stowage

    requirements.

    SP15324........................ Operational Air/Vessel... Authorizes transportation 1 3

    in commerce of certain

    liquid fuels, Class 3

    materials, contained in

    non-DOT specification

    packaging seal drums or

    rollagons of up to 500

    gallon capacity by cargo

    aircraft to remote

    locations only within the

    State of Alaska.

    SP15330........................ Operational Air/Vessel... Authorizes transportation 1 3

    in commerce of certain

    Class 1 explosive

    materials which are

    forbidden for

    transportation by air, to

    be transported by cargo

    aircraft within the State

    of Alaska when other

    means of transportation

    are impracticable or not

    available.

    SP15343........................ Operational Air/Vessel... Authorizes transportation 1 3

    in commerce of certain

    liquid fuels, Class 3

    materials, contained in

    non-DOT specification

    packaging seal drums or

    rollagons of up to 500

    gallon capacity by cargo

    aircraft to remote

    locations within the

    State of Alaska and

    Bronson Creek, British

    Columbia, Canada.

    SP15344........................ Operational Air/Vessel... Authorizes transportation 1 2

    in commerce of certain

    DOT specification

    cylinders containing

    propane, a Division 2.1

    gas, which is forbidden

    for shipment aboard

    passenger carrying

    aircraft.

    SP15357........................ Operational Air/Vessel... Authorizes transportation 1 3

    in commerce of certain

    Class 1 explosive

    materials which are

    forbidden for

    transportation by air, to

    be transported by cargo

    aircraft within the State

    of Alaska when other

    means of transportation

    are impracticable or not

    available.

    Page 5392

    SP15370........................ Operational Air/Vessel... Authorizes transportation 1 2

    in commerce of certain

    Class 1 explosive

    materials which are

    forbidden for

    transportation by air, to

    be transported by cargo

    aircraft within the State

    of Alaska when other

    means of transportation

    are impracticable or not

    available.

    SP15378........................ Operational Air/Vessel... Authorizes carriage of 1 3

    radioactive materials

    aboard cargo aircraft

    only, under any

    combination of the

    following conditions:

    When the combined

    transport index exceeds

    the authorized limit of

    200 per aircraft (as

    specified in Sec.

    175.700(b)(2)(ii)), or

    the separation distance

    criteria of Sec.

    175.702(b) cannot be met.

    SP15388........................ Operational Air/Vessel... Authorizes transportation 1 3

    in commerce of certain

    hazardous materials which

    are forbidden for

    transportation by air or

    exceed quantity

    limitations, to be

    transported by cargo

    aircraft within the State

    of Alaska when other

    means of transportation

    are impracticable or not

    available.

    SP15392........................ Operational Air/Vessel... Authorizes transportation 1 2

    in commerce of certain

    hazardous materials by 14

    CFR Part 133 Rotorcraft

    External Load Operations

    transporting hazardous

    materials attached to or

    suspended from an

    aircraft, in remote areas

    of the U.S. only, without

    being subject to hazard

    communication

    requirements, quantity

    limitations and certain

    loading and stowage

    requirements.

    SP15397........................ Operational Air/Vessel... Authorizes transportation 1 2

    in commerce of certain

    hazardous materials by 14

    CFR Part 133 Rotorcraft

    External Load Operations

    transporting hazardous

    materials attached to or

    suspended from an

    aircraft, in remote areas

    of the U.S. only, without

    being subject to hazard

    communication

    requirements, quantity

    limitations and certain

    loading and stowage

    requirements.

    SP15408........................ Operational Air/Vessel... Authorizes transportation 1 3

    in commerce of certain

    liquid fuels, Class 3

    materials, contained in

    non-DOT specification

    packaging seal drums or

    rollagons of up to 500

    gallon capacity by cargo

    aircraft to remote

    locations within the

    State of Alaska.

    SP15418........................ Operational Air/Vessel... Authorizes transportation 1 3

    in commerce of non-DOT

    specification fiber

    reinforced plastic (FRP),

    full composite (FC),

    compressed gas cylinders

    which are used as

    components in aircraft.

    SP15420........................ Operational Air/Vessel... Authorizes carriage of 1 3

    radioactive materials

    aboard cargo aircraft

    only, under any

    combination of the

    following conditions:

    When the combined

    transport index exceeds

    the authorized limit of

    200 per aircraft (as

    specified in Sec.

    175.700(b)(2)(ii)), or

    the separation distance

    criteria of Sec.

    175.702(a)(2)(ii) cannot

    be met.

    SP15440........................ Operational Air/Vessel... Authorizes transportation 1 2

    in commerce of certain

    hazardous materials by 14

    CFR Part 133 Rotorcraft

    External Load Operations

    transporting hazardous

    materials attached to or

    suspended from an

    aircraft, in remote areas

    of the U.S. only, without

    being subject to hazard

    communication

    requirements, quantity

    limitations and certain

    loading and stowage

    requirements.

    SP15443........................ Operational Air/Vessel... Authorizes transportation 1 2

    in commerce of certain

    Class 1 hazardous

    materials by 14 CFR Part

    133 Rotorcraft External

    Load Operations

    transporting hazardous

    materials attached to or

    suspended from an

    aircraft in remote areas

    of the U.S. without being

    subject to quantity

    limitations where no

    other means of

    transportation is

    available.

    SP15467........................ Operational Air/Vessel... Authorizes transportation 1 3

    in commerce of certain

    Class 1 explosive

    materials which are

    forbidden for

    transportation by air, to

    be transported by cargo

    aircraft within the State

    of Alaska when other

    means of transportation

    are impracticable or not

    available.

    SP15468........................ Operational Air/Vessel... Authorizes transportation 1 2

    in commerce of certain

    Class 1 explosive

    materials which are

    forbidden for

    transportation by air, to

    be transported by cargo

    aircraft, including 14

    CFR Part 133 Rotorcraft

    External Load Operations

    transporting hazardous

    materials attached to or

    suspended from an

    aircraft, in remote areas

    of the U.S. only, when

    other means of

    transportation are

    impracticable or not

    available.

    SP15470........................ Operational Air/Vessel... Authorizes transportation 1 2

    in commerce of certain

    hazardous materials by 14

    CFR Part 133 Rotorcraft

    External Load Operations

    transporting hazardous

    materials attached to or

    suspended from an

    aircraft, in remote areas

    of the U.S. only, without

    being subject to hazard

    communication

    requirements, quantity

    limitations and certain

    loading and stowage

    requirements.

    Page 5393

    SP15473........................ Operational Air/Vessel... Authorizes transportation 1 2

    in commerce of certain

    hazardous materials by 14

    CFR Part 133 Rotorcraft

    External Load Operations

    transporting hazardous

    materials attached to or

    suspended from an

    aircraft, in remote areas

    of the U.S. only, without

    being subject to hazard

    communication

    requirements, quantity

    limitations and certain

    loading and stowage

    requirements.

    SP15476........................ Operational Air/Vessel... Authorizes transportation 1 2

    in commerce of certain

    hazardous materials by 14

    CFR Part 133 Rotorcraft

    External Load Operations

    transporting hazardous

    materials attached to or

    suspended from an

    aircraft, in remote areas

    of the U.S. only, without

    being subject to hazard

    communication

    requirements, quantity

    limitations and certain

    loading and stowage

    requirements.

    SP15510........................ Operational Air/Vessel... Authorizes transportation 1 3

    in commerce of liquefied

    petroleum gas in amounts

    that exceed the quantity

    limitations for

    transportation by 14 CFR

    Part 133 Rotorcraft

    External Load Operations

    transporting hazardous

    materials attached to or

    suspended from an

    aircraft only in the

    State of Alaska.

    SP15517........................ Operational Air/Vessel... Authorizes transportation 1 2

    in commerce of certain

    hazardous materials by 14

    CFR Part 133 Rotorcraft

    External Load Operations

    transporting hazardous

    materials attached to or

    suspended from an

    aircraft, in remote areas

    of the U.S. only, without

    being subject to hazard

    communication

    requirements, quantity

    limitations and certain

    loading and stowage

    requirements.

    SP15535........................ Operational Air/Vessel... Authorizes transportation 1 2

    in commerce of certain

    hazardous materials by 14

    CFR Part 133 Rotorcraft

    External Load Operations

    transporting hazardous

    materials attached to or

    suspended from an

    aircraft, in remote areas

    of the U.S. only, without

    being subject to hazard

    communication

    requirements, quantity

    limitations and certain

    loading and stowage

    requirements.

    SP15537........................ Operational Air/Vessel... Authorizes offering in 3 3

    commerce of certain Class

    1 explosive materials

    which are forbidden for

    transportation by air, to

    be transported by cargo

    aircraft within the State

    of Alaska when other

    means of transportation

    are impracticable or not

    available.

    SP15541........................ Operational Air/Vessel... Authorizes transportation 1 2

    in commerce of certain

    hazardous materials by 14

    CFR Part 133 Rotorcraft

    External Load Operations

    transporting hazardous

    materials attached to or

    suspended from an

    aircraft, in remote areas

    of the U.S. only, without

    being subject to hazard

    communication

    requirements, quantity

    limitations and certain

    loading and stowage

    requirements.

    SP15547........................ Operational Air/Vessel... Authorizes transportation 1 2

    in commerce of certain

    hazardous materials by 14

    CFR Part 133 Rotorcraft

    External Load Operations

    transporting hazardous

    materials attached to or

    suspended from an

    aircraft, in remote areas

    of the U.S. only, without

    being subject to hazard

    communication

    requirements, quantity

    limitations and certain

    loading and stowage

    requirements.

    SP15556........................ Operational Air/Vessel... Authorizes transportation 1 2

    in commerce of certain

    hazardous materials by 14

    CFR Part 133 Rotorcraft

    External Load Operations

    transporting hazardous

    materials attached to or

    suspended from an

    aircraft, in remote areas

    of the U.S. only, without

    being subject to hazard

    communication

    requirements, quantity

    limitations and certain

    loading and stowage

    requirements.

    SP15559........................ Operational Air/Vessel... Authorizes transportation 1 2

    in commerce of certain

    hazardous materials by 14

    CFR Part 133 Rotorcraft

    External Load Operations

    transporting hazardous

    materials attached to or

    suspended from an

    aircraft, in remote areas

    of the U.S. only, without

    being subject to hazard

    communication

    requirements, quantity

    limitations and certain

    loading and stowage

    requirements.

    SP15560........................ Operational Air/Vessel... Authorizes transportation 1 2

    in commerce of certain

    hazardous materials by 14

    CFR Part 133 Rotorcraft

    External Load Operations

    transporting hazardous

    materials attached to or

    suspended from an

    aircraft, in remote areas

    of the U.S. only, without

    being subject to hazard

    communication

    requirements, quantity

    limitations and certain

    loading and stowage

    requirements.

    SP15583........................ Operational Air/Vessel... Authorizes transportation 1 3

    in commerce of certain

    Class 1 explosive

    materials which are

    forbidden for

    transportation by air, to

    be transported by cargo

    aircraft within the State

    of Alaska when other

    means of transportation

    are impracticable or not

    available.

    SP15624........................ Operational Air/Vessel... Authorizes transportation 1 3

    in commerce of certain

    Class 1 explosive

    materials which are

    forbidden for

    transportation by air, to

    be transported by cargo

    aircraft within the State

    of Alaska when other

    means of transportation

    are impracticable or not

    available.

    Page 5394

    SP15631........................ Operational Air/Vessel... Authorizes transportation 1 2

    in commerce of Division

    1.1 explosives, which are

    forbidden, by cargo-only

    aircraft. This permit

    will not be renewed.

    SP15636........................ Operational Air/Vessel... Authorizes transportation 1 3

    in commerce of certain

    Class 1 explosive

    materials which are

    forbidden for

    transportation by air, to

    be transported by cargo

    aircraft within the State

    of Alaska when other

    means of transportation

    are impracticable or not

    available.

    SP15637........................ Operational Air/Vessel... Authorizes offering in 1 2

    commerce of a Division

    1.1D explosive material

    which is forbidden for

    transportation by air, to

    be transported by cargo

    aircraft.

    SP15652........................ Operational Air/Vessel... Authorizes transportation 1 2

    in commerce of certain

    hazardous materials by

    cargo aircraft, including

    14 CFR Part 133

    Rotorcraft External Load

    Operations transporting

    hazardous materials

    attached to or suspended

    from an aircraft, in

    remote areas of the U.S.

    only, without being

    subject to hazard

    communication

    requirements, quantity

    limitations and certain

    loading and stowage

    requirements.

    SP15654........................ Operational Air/Vessel... Authorizes transportation 1 2

    in commerce of certain

    hazardous materials by

    cargo aircraft, including

    14 CFR Part 133

    Rotorcraft External Load

    Operations transporting

    hazardous materials

    attached to or suspended

    from an aircraft, in

    remote areas of the U.S.

    only, without being

    subject to hazard

    communication

    requirements, quantity

    limitations and certain

    loading and stowage

    requirements.

    SP15664........................ Operational Air/Vessel... Authorizes transportation 1 3

    in commerce of liquefied

    petroleum gas in amounts

    that exceed the quantity

    limitations for

    transportation by 14 CFR

    Part 133 Rotorcraft

    External Load Operations

    transporting hazardous

    materials attached to or

    suspended from an

    aircraft only in the

    State of Alaska.

    SP15710........................ Operational Air/Vessel... Authorizes transportation 1 3

    in commerce of a portable

    power source, containing

    a non-spillable battery,

    by passenger aircraft.

    ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

    Operational Highway/Rail/Shipper/Other

    ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

    SP5493......................... Operational Highway/Rail/ Authorizes transportation 2 2

    Shipper/Other. in commerce of hydrogen

    sulfide, liquefied, a

    Division 2.3 material, in

    certain DOT specification

    105J600W single-unit tank

    cars.

    SP1862......................... Operational Highway/Rail/ Authorizes use of non-DOT 7 2

    Shipper/Other. specification hydraulic

    accumulators for

    transportation in

    commerce of compressed

    nitrogen.

    SP2709......................... Operational Highway/Rail/ Authorizes transportation 8 3

    Shipper/Other. in commerce of certain

    Division 1.1C, 1.1D and

    1.3C liquid explosives

    and a Division 6.1

    material in both UN

    specification and non-

    specification packagings.

    SP5022......................... Operational Highway/Rail/ Authorizes transportation 9 2

    Shipper/Other. in commerce of certain

    Division 1.1, 1.2 and 1.3

    explosives in specific

    temperature controlled

    equipment.

    SP5951......................... Operational Highway/Rail/ Authorizes transportation 4 2

    Shipper/Other. in commerce of certain

    Division 2.3 materials in

    non-DOT specification

    tanks.

    SP6293......................... Operational Highway/Rail/ Authorizes transportation 3 3

    Shipper/Other. in commerce of spent

    mixed acid containing not

    over 3% dissolved

    nitroglycerin, not over

    16% nitric acid, and at

    least 18% water by

    volume, in stainless

    steel DOT specification

    cargo tanks.

    SP6309......................... Operational Highway/Rail/ Authorizes use of a non- 1 3

    Shipper/Other. DOT specification tank

    for transportation in

    commerce of certain non-

    flammable compressed

    gases.

    SP6743......................... Operational Highway/Rail/ Authorizes use of DOT 2 4

    Shipper/Other. specification or non-

    specification portable

    tanks and intermediate

    bulk containers for the

    transportation in

    commerce of certain

    Division 1.5D explosives

    together on the same

    vehicle with Division 5.1

    oxidizers not otherwise

    authorized.

    SP6810......................... Operational Highway/Rail/ Authorizes use of 3 3

    Shipper/Other. manifolded and framed non-

    DOT specification

    seamless steel cylinders

    for transportation in

    commerce of certain

    Division 2.2 gases.

    SP7835......................... Operational Highway/Rail/ Authorizes transportation 34 3

    Shipper/Other. in commerce of certain

    DOT specification or UN

    certified packagings

    containing Division 2.1,

    2.2, 2.3, 5.1, 4.3, and

    Class 3 and 8 materials

    on the same motor vehicle.

    SP7887......................... Operational Highway/Rail/ Authorizes transportation 28 2

    Shipper/Other. in commerce of certain

    Class 1 articles in

    limited quantities and

    prescribed packagings as

    Division 4.1 flammable

    solid, organic, n.o.s.

    Applies to small ``single-

    use expendable'' or

    ``reloadable'' rocket

    motors first classed as

    Division 1.4C or 1.4S

    (NA0323 or NA0276)

    shipped with or without

    their igniters classed as

    Division 1.4G or 1.4S

    under Sec. 173.56.

    Page 5395

    SP7972......................... Operational Highway/Rail/ Authorizes transportation 1 3

    Shipper/Other. in commerce of not more

    than 15 grams of

    explosive or pyrotechnic

    material, including waste

    containing explosives

    that have an energy

    density not significantly

    greater than that of

    pentaerythritol

    tetranitrate, classed as

    Division 1.4E, when

    packed in a special

    shipping container.

    SP8308......................... Operational Highway/Rail/ Authorizes transportation 5 3

    Shipper/Other. in commerce and temporary

    storage incident to

    transportation of non-

    fissile or fissile exempt

    radioactive materials

    packages aboard highway

    vehicles when their

    combined transport

    indices exceed 50 or the

    separation distance

    criteria cannot be met.

    SP8520......................... Operational Highway/Rail/ Authorizes use of an 1 2

    Shipper/Other. alternative test method

    in determining whether a

    substance meets the

    definition of a Class

    1.5D explosive, blasting,

    type E. The ``Vented Bomb

    Fire Test'' may be used

    in place of the External

    Fire Test prescribed in

    Sec. 173.58(b).

    SP8760......................... Operational Highway/Rail/ Authorizes display of 1 2

    Shipper/Other. flammable and toxic

    placards, showing the UN

    identification numbers

    1993 and 2810,

    respectively, on a

    specific company's cargo

    tank motor vehicles

    having six or more

    compartments, in which

    one or more of the

    compartments contain a

    Class 3 and/or Division

    6.1 hazardous material.

    SP8770......................... Operational Highway/Rail/ Authorizes transportation 1 2

    Shipper/Other. in commerce of certain

    photographic processing

    materials consisting of a

    corrosive liquid, basic,

    organic, n.o.s.;

    corrosive liquid, basic,

    inorganic, n.o.s.;

    flammable solid, toxic,

    organic, n.o.s.; sodium

    hydroxide solution, in

    the same outside package.

    SP8815......................... Operational Highway/Rail/ Authorizes bulk 2 4

    Shipper/Other. transportation in

    commerce of certain

    Division 1.5D explosives

    in cement mixer type

    motor vehicles.

    SP8995......................... Operational Highway/Rail/ Authorizes transportation 2 3

    Shipper/Other. in commerce of certain

    Division 2.2 materials in

    a non-DOT specification

    portable tank.

    SP9157......................... Operational Highway/Rail/ Authorizes transportation 3 5

    Shipper/Other. in commerce of certain

    hazardous materials in a

    non-DOT specification

    multi-unit tank car tank.

    SP9193......................... Operational Highway/Rail/ Authorizes use of 1 2

    Shipper/Other. transportation in

    commerce of a downhole

    logging tool (sonde) that

    contains an accelerator

    housing, one section of

    which is charged with

    sulfur hexafluoride to a

    pressure of 80 psig.

    SP9233......................... Operational Highway/Rail/ Authorizes transportation 1 2

    Shipper/Other. in commerce of a Division

    5.1 (UN1563, chromium

    trioxide, anhydrous)

    material in a non-DOT

    specification, 900 cubic

    foot, two-compartment,

    sift-proof covered hopper

    type tank motor vehicle.

    SP9271......................... Operational Highway/Rail/ Authorizes the deviation 5 2

    Shipper/Other. from rail car separation

    requirements for

    transportation in

    commerce of packages of

    Division 1.1, 1.2, 1.3

    and 1.4 explosives.

    SP9346......................... Operational Highway/Rail/ For rail operations, 2 5

    Shipper/Other. authorizes setting of the

    hand brake and blocking a

    wheel in both directions

    of the first and last

    cars of a series of

    coupled tank cars prior

    to unloading.

    SP9352......................... Operational Highway/Rail/ Authorizes use of a non- 1 2

    Shipper/Other. DOT specification

    container for

    transportation in

    commerce of certain

    petroleum distillate

    hazardous materials.

    SP9617......................... Operational Highway/Rail/ Authorizes transportation 4 3

    Shipper/Other. in commerce of Division

    1.4D flexible detonating

    cords containing not more

    than 3 grains of

    explosive per linear foot

    in the same motor vehicle

    or freight container with

    Division 1.1B, Division

    1.4B or Division 1.4S

    detonators, electric or

    non-electric or Division

    1.1B or Division 1.4B

    detonator assemblies, non-

    electric.

    SP9649......................... Operational Highway/Rail/ Authorizes transportation 5 2

    Shipper/Other. in commerce of munitions

    that contain components

    manufactured of depleted

    uranium metal, classified

    as Class 1 with a

    subsidiary hazard of

    Class 7. For munitions

    packaged as prescribed

    and transported with the

    subsidiary hazard of

    ``Radioactive material,

    excepted package--

    articles manufactured

    from depleted uranium,''

    alternate radiation

    levels, markings, and

    sheathing is authorized.

    SP9694......................... Operational Highway/Rail/ Authorizes transportation 5 2

    Shipper/Other. in commerce of chlorine

    in MC 331 cargo tanks

    equipped with angle

    valves and pressure

    relief valves not

    presently authorized by

    the HMR.

    SP9965......................... Operational Highway/Rail/ Authorizes marking and 1 2

    Shipper/Other. shipment by motor vehicle

    of electrical

    transformers and/or

    capacitors containing

    bulk quantities of

    polychlorinated biphenyl

    contaminated oil as non-

    bulk packagings.

    SP9985......................... Operational Highway/Rail/ Authorizes manufacture, 1 2

    Shipper/Other. marking, sale and use of

    a DOT specification 4L

    cylinder for

    transportation in

    commerce of carbon

    dioxide, refrigerated

    liquid and provides for

    the filling and

    discharging of a DOT

    specification 4L cylinder

    without removal from the

    vehicle.

    Page 5396

    SP10043........................ Operational Highway/Rail/ Authorizes use of inner 1 3

    Shipper/Other. packagings having a

    maximum capacity of five

    gallons, in non-DOT

    specification

    polyethylene bins of 30

    cubic-foot capacity or

    UN31H1 intermediate bulk

    Containers (IBCs) for

    transportation in

    commerce of the residue

    of certain hazardous

    wastes classed as Class

    or Division 3, 5.1, 6.1,

    8, or 9.

    SP10045........................ Operational Highway/Rail/ Authorizes highway 1 3

    Shipper/Other. transportation and

    temporary storage

    incident to

    transportation of non-

    fissile or fissile-exempt

    radioactive materials

    packages when their

    combined transport

    indices exceed 50 or the

    separation distance

    criteria cannot be met.

    SP10247........................ Operational Highway/Rail/ Authorizes transportation 1 3

    Shipper/Other. in commerce of certain

    small quantities of

    Divisions 2.1, 2.2, 2.3

    and 6.1.

    SP10266........................ Operational Highway/Rail/ Authorizes transportation 1 2

    Shipper/Other. in commerce of certain

    Class 3 and Division 2.1

    hazardous materials in

    non-DOT specification

    containers.

    SP10427........................ Operational Highway/Rail/ Authorizes transportation 1 2

    Shipper/Other. in commerce of certain

    Division 1.1D detonating

    cord, Division 1.3C

    rocket motors and

    Division 1.4C power

    device cartridges with

    Division 2.2 compressed

    gases, Division 2.3 (PIH-

    Zone A) liquefied gases,

    Class 3 flammable

    liquids, Division 6.1

    (PIH-Zone A) poisonous

    liquids, Class 8

    corrosive liquids, and

    Class 9 lithium batteries

    together in the same

    motor vehicle.

    SP10442........................ Operational Highway/Rail/ Authorizes transportation 11 2

    Shipper/Other. in commerce of certain

    unapproved Division 1.1A,

    1.1D and 1.3C waste

    explosive substances on

    the same motor vehicle

    with waste Division 4.1

    flammable solids.

    SP10458........................ Operational Highway/Rail/ Authorizes use of DOT 1 5

    Shipper/Other. specification 111A100W2

    tank car tanks loaded

    with certain sulfuric

    acids or sulfur dioxide,

    to remain attached to

    transfer connections when

    the unloading process is

    discontinued.

    SP10497........................ Operational Highway/Rail/ Authorizes transportation 1 3

    Shipper/Other. in commerce of certain

    non-DOT specification

    stainless steel tanks

    containing dinitrogen

    tetroxide.

    SP10656........................ Operational Highway/Rail/ Authorizes one-way 1 3

    Shipper/Other. transportation in

    commerce by highway or

    rail of shipments of

    radioactive scrap metal

    and related metal

    recycled materials.

    SP10695........................ Operational Highway/Rail/ Authorizes transportation 2 2

    Shipper/Other. in commerce of ethylene

    oxide packaged in

    aluminum cartridges

    within a UN4G fiberboard

    box. For domestic

    transportation only, this

    SP also authorizes

    packages to be

    transported with a

    flammable gas (Division

    2.1) label instead of

    both poison gas (Division

    2.3) and flammable gas

    labels.

    SP10753........................ Operational Highway/Rail/ Authorizes manufacture, 1 3

    Shipper/Other. marking, sale and use of

    non-DOT specification

    packages for

    transportation of

    aluminum phosphide in

    privately owned pest

    control vehicles without

    placards.

    SP10814........................ Operational Highway/Rail/ Authorizes manufacture, 3 3

    Shipper/Other. marking, sale, and use of

    certain packagings for

    use in the transportation

    of sulfur hexafluoride.

    SP10832........................ Operational Highway/Rail/ Authorizes transportation 1 3

    Shipper/Other. in commerce of certain

    scrap airbag inflators,

    seat belt pretensioners

    and/or airbag modules

    classed as Division 1.3C.

    SP10904........................ Operational Highway/Rail/ Authorizes use of a 1 3

    Shipper/Other. classification test

    method for the

    determination of skin

    corrosivity as an

    alternative to a

    procedure specified in

    the HMR.

    SP10921........................ Operational Highway/Rail/ Authorizes transportation 3 2

    Shipper/Other. in commerce of certain

    flammable liquids, which

    are packaged in

    combination packagings

    that are not subject to

    the HMR.

    SP10949........................ Operational Highway/Rail/ Authorizes transportation 6 5

    Shipper/Other. in commerce of lab pack

    quantities of cyanides on

    the same motor vehicle

    with non-lab packed

    acidic materials not to

    exceed 55 gallons per

    packaging.

    SP10993........................ Operational Highway/Rail/ Authorizes transportation 1 2

    Shipper/Other. in commerce of certain

    liquid fuels in non-DOT

    specification portable

    rubber containers of up

    to 500 gallon capacity by

    helicopter within and to

    only remote areas of the

    United States.

    SP10996........................ Operational Highway/Rail/ Authorizes transportation 49 2

    Shipper/Other. in commerce of certain

    rocket motors and

    reloadable rocket motor

    kits as Division 1.4C

    articles, explosive,

    n.o.s., when shipped in

    prescribed quantities and

    packagings. Exempts

    shippers from the Sec.

    172.101 Table, in that

    explosive articles with

    propellant charges in

    excess of 62.5 grams must

    be classed as Division

    1.3C.

    SP11020........................ Operational Highway/Rail/ Authorizes tank cars 2 5

    Shipper/Other. containing chlorine,

    Division 2.3, to remain

    standing with unloading

    connections attached when

    no product is being

    transferred, provided a

    minimum level of

    monitoring is maintained.

    SP11031........................ Operational Highway/Rail/ Authorizes manufacture, 1 2

    Shipper/Other. marking, sale, and use of

    non-DOT specification

    bulk packagings to be

    used for transportation

    in commerce of NA3082,

    UN3266.

    Page 5397

    SP11107........................ Operational Highway/Rail/ Authorizes transportation 1 3

    Shipper/Other. in commerce of certain

    Division 1.4 explosive

    devices which have not

    been examined and

    approved to be shipped as

    Division 1.1 devices.

    SP11180........................ Operational Highway/Rail/ Authorizes transportation 1 2

    Shipper/Other. in commerce of metal

    tubing which contains

    certain hazardous

    materials and exempts the

    metal tubing from the

    packaging, marking,

    labeling, and placarding

    requirements of the HMR.

    SP11185........................ Operational Highway/Rail/ Authorizes transportation 1 3

    Shipper/Other. in commerce of solid

    regulated medical waste

    in a non-DOT

    specification packaging

    consisting of a bulk

    outer packaging and non-

    bulk inner packagings.

    SP11227........................ Operational Highway/Rail/ Authorizes transportation 2 3

    Shipper/Other. in commerce of certain

    oil and gas well tools

    classed as Division 1.4C

    cartridges, power devices

    in specially designed

    motor vehicles and

    offshore tool pallets.

    SP11230........................ Operational Highway/Rail/ Authorizes transportation 2 5

    Shipper/Other. in commerce of certain

    Division 1.1B and 1.4B

    non-electric detonator

    assemblies without

    packagings in the same

    motor vehicle with

    Division 1.1D and/or 1.5D

    explosives and/or

    Division 5.1 oxidizers

    when those detonator

    assemblies are placed

    within partitioned IME

    Safety Library

    Publication No. 22

    containers or certain

    described compartments.

    SP11265........................ Operational Highway/Rail/ Authorizes transportation 2 2

    Shipper/Other. in commerce of ethylene

    oxide packaged in

    aluminum cartridges

    within a UN 4G fiberboard

    box with a Division 2.1

    label instead of both

    Division 2.3 and 2.1

    labels.

    SP11274........................ Operational Highway/Rail/ Authorizes transportation 1 2

    Shipper/Other. in commerce of fire

    extinguishers in

    privately owned and

    military owned vehicles

    on cargo vessels, as not

    subject to the

    requirements of the HRM

    for documentation,

    marking, and that each

    fire extinguisher must be

    shipped as an inner

    packaging.

    SP11286........................ Operational Highway/Rail/ Authorizes transportation 2 3

    Shipper/Other. in commerce of small

    quantities of hazardous

    materials which are not

    authorized under Sec.

    173.4, specifically

    Division 2.3 materials.

    SP11294........................ Operational Highway/Rail/ Authorizes transportation 1 5

    Shipper/Other. in commerce of certain

    lab pack quantities of

    hazardous materials with

    other materials in lab

    packs, with partial

    relief from certain

    segregation requirements.

    SP11329........................ Operational Highway/Rail/ Authorizes transportation 3 3

    Shipper/Other. in commerce of aluminum

    phosphide, aluminum

    phosphide pesticides and

    magnesium phosphide in

    specially designed

    packages, by private

    motor vehicles without

    placards.

    SP11348........................ Operational Highway/Rail/ Authorizes transportation 1 2

    Shipper/Other. in commerce of Ammonium

    perrhenate (solid),

    classed as Division 5.1

    under the proper shipping

    name oxidizing solid,

    n.o.s., UN1479 instead of

    classifying it as a Class

    7 material.

    SP11406........................ Operational Highway/Rail/ Authorizes one-way 1 3

    Shipper/Other. transportation in

    commerce by highway or

    rail of shipments of

    liquid or solid waste

    that has low levels of

    radiation.

    SP11432........................ Operational Highway/Rail/ Authorizes transportation 2 2

    Shipper/Other. in commerce of certain

    Division 1.4 igniters

    packed with certain

    Division 1.4 detonators.

    These materials may be

    shipped on the same motor

    vehicle, cargo vessel or

    cargo aircraft with Class

    1 jet perforating guns,

    detonating cords,

    commercial shaped charges

    or power device

    cartridges, subject to

    certain packaging and

    safety measures.

    SP11434........................ Operational Highway/Rail/ Authorizes tank cars 1 3

    Shipper/Other. containing certain Class

    3 and 6.1 hazardous

    materials to remain

    standing with unloading

    connections attached when

    no product is being

    transferred, provided

    that a minimal level of

    monitoring, as specified,

    is maintained.

    SP11440........................ Operational Highway/Rail/ Authorizes transportation 1 3

    Shipper/Other. in commerce of certain

    Division 6.1 materials

    which are toxic by

    inhalation in

    polyethylene drums or

    composite packagings

    which are stacked on a

    transport vehicle.

    SP11481........................ Operational Highway/Rail/ Authorizes manufacture, 1 5

    Shipper/Other. mark, and sale of certain

    shock absorbers and

    struts containing a non-

    flammable gas, for

    transportation in

    commerce as accumulators.

    SP11489........................ Operational Highway/Rail/ Authorizes transportation 7 2

    Shipper/Other. in commerce of certain

    unapproved or

    unidentified as approved,

    air bag inflators or air

    bag modules or seat belt

    pretensioners as Division

    1.4C explosives articles.

    SP11502........................ Operational Highway/Rail/ Authorizes transportation 2 2

    Shipper/Other. in commerce, by highway,

    of hazardous materials

    prepared in accordance

    with 171.23 and the ICAO

    Technical Instructions,

    regardless of whether any

    part of the

    transportation is by

    aircraft.

    SP11513........................ Operational Highway/Rail/ Authorizes transportation 1 2

    Shipper/Other. in commerce of certain

    forbidden Division 1.1A

    explosive substances,

    unapproved Division 1.1C

    waste explosive

    substances and unapproved

    Division 1.2G explosives

    articles with packaging

    and operational controls.

    Page 5398

    SP11583........................ Operational Highway/Rail/ Authorizes, in the State 1 3

    Shipper/Other. of Alaska, transportation

    in commerce, of Class/

    Division 2.1, 2.2, 3,

    combustible liquids, 6.1

    PG II and III, 8 and/or 9

    materials in mixed trains

    (cargo and passenger)

    trains.

    SP11629........................ Operational Highway/Rail/ Authorizes transportation 1 2

    Shipper/Other. in commerce of certain

    forbidden Division 1.2G,

    1.3G and 1.4G explosive

    articles which will

    likely cause a dangerous

    evolution of heat, or

    flammable gases from

    moisture exposure due to

    damage, improper storage

    or packaging failures.

    SP11634........................ Operational Highway/Rail/ Authorizes transportation 1 2

    Shipper/Other. in commerce, by motor

    vehicle, of materials

    classed as ORM-D consumer

    commodities without inner

    packagings having to be

    packed, secured and

    cushioned within the

    outer packaging as

    required by the HMR,

    subject to certain

    conditions and

    limitations.

    SP11646........................ Operational Highway/Rail/ Authorizes discharge of 7 3

    Shipper/Other. certain Class 3, Division

    6.1 and Class 8 and Class

    9 liquids from a DOT

    specification drum

    without removing the drum

    from the vehicle on which

    it is transported.

    SP11693........................ Operational Highway/Rail/ Authorizes transportation 1 2

    Shipper/Other. in commerce of fish meal

    treated with NATUROX(TM)

    or NATUROX(TM) premium

    liquid antioxidant

    instead of ethoxyquin as

    required by Sec.

    173.218(c).

    SP11771........................ Operational Highway/Rail/ Authorizes the offering of 1 3

    Shipper/Other. tank cars, containing

    Class 3 materials and

    combustible liquids, with

    no inspection of the top

    fittings and

    appurtenances and the

    unloading of these

    materials without opening

    and blocking the manway

    cover.

    SP11789........................ Operational Highway/Rail/ Authorizes tank cars, 2 3

    Shipper/Other. containing butyl

    acrylates, stabilized,

    butadienes, stabilized,

    or styrene monomer,

    stabilized, to remain

    standing with unloading

    connections attached when

    no product is being

    transferred, provided

    that a minimal level of

    monitoring, as specified

    is maintained.

    SP11804........................ Operational Highway/Rail/ Authorizes transportation 1 2

    Shipper/Other. in commerce of a safety

    kit containing not more

    than two highway fusees,

    with burning time not

    exceeding 15 minutes

    each, a tire inflator

    aerosol and a fire

    extinguisher as a

    consumer commodity.

    SP11809........................ Operational Highway/Rail/ Authorizes transportation 6 4

    Shipper/Other. in commerce of consumer

    commodities or waste

    consumer commodities from

    more than one offeror

    (e.g., manufacturer,

    distribution center, or

    retail outlet) to a

    ``designated facility''

    as defined in Sec.

    171.8.

    SP11818........................ Operational Highway/Rail/ Authorizes transportation 12 3

    Shipper/Other. in commerce of non-DOT

    specification containers

    that are installed in

    spacecraft or components

    of spacecraft and

    overpacked in a wood or

    metal box containing

    certain hazardous

    materials.

    SP11834........................ Operational Highway/Rail/ Authorizes transportation 1 2

    Shipper/Other. in commerce of certain

    Class 3 adhesives with

    Division 5.2 liquid

    organic peroxides as part

    of a two-component

    adhesive mixing

    apparatus, subject to

    certain prescribed

    packaging and special

    provisions.

    SP11839........................ Operational Highway/Rail/ Authorizes attendants of a 1 3

    Shipper/Other. cargo tank loading

    facility to remain in a

    warming shack during

    loading operations which

    is not within the

    required 25 feet from the

    cargo tank.

    SP11900........................ Operational Highway/Rail/ Authorizes transportation 1 2

    Shipper/Other. in commerce of small

    quantities of a wood

    preservative containing

    methyl isothiocyanate, a

    Division 6.1, Packing

    Group I, Hazard Zone B

    material, to be shipped

    in accordance with the

    small quantity exceptions

    under Sec. 173.4.

    SP11967........................ Operational Highway/Rail/ Authorizes tank cars, 2 3

    Shipper/Other. containing various Class

    3, 8, and 9 hazardous

    materials, to remain

    standing with unloading

    connections attached when

    no product is being

    transferred, provided

    that a minimal level of

    monitoring, as specified,

    is maintained.

    SP12046........................ Operational Highway/Rail/ Authorizes transportation 4 2

    Shipper/Other. in commerce of laboratory

    reagent chemicals

    packaged in lab packs to

    facilitate relocation of

    laboratory facilities.

    SP12065........................ Operational Highway/Rail/ Authorizes transportation 6 2

    Shipper/Other. in commerce of Class 3

    flammable liquids with

    flash points determined

    by an apparatus for flash

    point testing not

    currently authorized in

    Sec. 173.120(c)..

    Flash points of volatile

    organic liquids may as an

    alternative be determined

    by means of a Grabner

    MiniFlash Flashpoint

    Analyzer.

    SP12102........................ Operational Highway/Rail/ Authorizes transportation 47 3

    Shipper/Other. in commerce of certain

    unapproved Class 1

    explosive materials

    desensitized by wetting

    with water, alcohol or

    other suitable diluent so

    as to eliminate their

    explosive properties.

    SP12118........................ Operational Highway/Rail/ Authorizes manufacture, 1 3

    Shipper/Other. marking, sale and use of

    non-DOT specification

    cryogenic gas system

    consisting of DOT

    specification 4L

    cylinders and non-DOT

    specification pressure

    vessels for

    transportation in

    commerce of argon,

    nitrogen and oxygen,

    refrigerated liquid.

    Page 5399

    SP12240........................ Operational Highway/Rail/ Authorizes transportation 1 2

    Shipper/Other. in commerce of propane,

    Division 2.1, in DOT

    specification cylinders

    aboard passenger-carrying

    aircraft, when other

    means of transportation

    are impractical or not

    available.

    SP12241........................ Operational Highway/Rail/ Authorizes transportation 1 3

    Shipper/Other. in commerce of certain

    wetted metal catalyst

    classed as Division 4.2

    material in bulk

    containers.

    SP12325........................ Operational Highway/Rail/ Authorizes tank cars 16 5

    Shipper/Other. containing hazardous

    materials to remain

    standing with unloading

    connections attached,

    provided that a minimum

    level of monitoring is

    maintained and that

    specially designed hoses,

    capable of preventing a

    catastrophic uncontrolled

    release of product, are

    utilized.

    SP12358........................ Operational Highway/Rail/ Authorizes shipments of 1 2

    Shipper/Other. lighters to be

    transported in commerce

    from the U.S. to a

    facility in Canada,

    without marking the SP

    number on shipping papers

    and packagings, or

    applying labels, as

    required by the HMR.

    SP12379........................ Operational Highway/Rail/ Authorizes certain 1 5

    Shipper/Other. unloading attachments to

    remain attached to tank

    cars when no unloading of

    phosphoric acid is being

    conducted.

    SP12396........................ Operational Highway/Rail/ Authorizes transportation 1 2

    Shipper/Other. in commerce of low

    production lithium metal

    batteries packed with

    equipment containing

    certain non-DOT

    specification cylinders

    filled with compressed

    nitrogen gas.

    SP12412........................ Operational Highway/Rail/ Authorizes discharge of 204 2

    Shipper/Other. liquid hazardous

    materials from certain UN

    intermediate bulk

    containers (IBCs) and DOT

    specification 57 portable

    tanks without removing

    them from the vehicle on

    which they are

    transported.

    SP12443........................ Operational Highway/Rail/ Authorizes tank cars, 35 5

    Shipper/Other. containing certain

    hazardous materials to

    remain standing with

    unloading connections

    attached when no product

    is being transferred,

    provided that a minimal

    level of monitoring is

    maintained.

    SP12622........................ Operational Highway/Rail/ Authorizes transportation 1 2

    Shipper/Other. in commerce of certain

    hazardous materials from

    one facility to another

    as not subject to the

    shipping paper and

    placarding requirements

    in part 172.

    SP12661........................ Operational Highway/Rail/ Authorizes the return 1 4

    Shipper/Other. shipment by motor vehicle

    of hazardous materials

    that have been accepted

    for transportation,

    transported, and

    subsequently determined

    to be non-compliant with

    the HMR.

    SP12744........................ Operational Highway/Rail/ Authorizes transportation 2 2

    Shipper/Other. in commerce of electric

    storage batteries

    together with materials

    of trade (MOTs) and a

    cesium-containing

    apparatus in the same

    motor vehicle as not

    subject to the

    requirements of the HMR.

    SP12753........................ Operational Highway/Rail/ Authorizes transportation 1 2

    Shipper/Other. in commerce of

    dichlorosilane in certain

    DOT specification

    seamless steel cylinders

    that have a water

    capacity exceeding 1000

    pounds.

    SP13002........................ Operational Highway/Rail/ Authorizes transportation 1 3

    Shipper/Other. in commerce of compressed

    nitrogen gas in

    accumulators that are an

    integral part of a

    launcher assembly.

    SP13034........................ Operational Highway/Rail/ Authorizes transportation 3 3

    Shipper/Other. in commerce of certain

    Division 1.4 explosives

    (cap type small arms

    primers) in non-DOT

    specification packagings

    in company owned and

    operated vehicles between

    manufacturing facilities

    without labels or

    markings.

    SP13078........................ Operational Highway/Rail/ Authorizes transportation 1 2

    Shipper/Other. in commerce of certain

    Division 2.2 gases in

    approximately 198 DOT

    Class 112 and 114 tank

    cars without the use of

    head shields or thermal

    protection.

    SP13102........................ Operational Highway/Rail/ Authorizes transportation 6 2

    Shipper/Other. in commerce of certain

    non-DOT specification

    packagings, described as

    actuators, charged with

    limited quantities of

    various hazardous

    materials. The actuators

    are transported

    separately or as part of

    a valve assembly.

    SP13179........................ Operational Highway/Rail/ Authorizes transportation 55 5

    Shipper/Other. in commerce of approved

    cigarette lighters which

    have been removed from

    their inner packaging and

    are being sent for

    disposal.

    SP13181........................ Operational Highway/Rail/ Authorizes manufacture, 1 3

    Shipper/Other. marking, sale and use of

    high voltage accelerators

    for transportation in

    commerce of sulfur

    hexafluoride.

    SP13187........................ Operational Highway/Rail/ Authorizes manufacture, 1 3

    Shipper/Other. marking, sale and use of

    non-DOT specification

    packaging described as a

    radiation detection

    survey meter containing a

    plastic ionization

    chamber for

    transportation in

    commerce of certain

    Division 2.2 materials.

    SP13235........................ Operational Highway/Rail/ Authorizes transportation 13 3

    Shipper/Other. in commerce of a DOT

    specification 4L cylinder

    containing certain

    refrigerated liquids

    which may be filled and

    discharged without

    removal from the motor

    vehicle.

    SP13246........................ Operational Highway/Rail/ Authorizes transportation 1 5

    Shipper/Other. in commerce of cigarette

    lighters in certain non-

    UN Standard outer

    packagings.

    SP13262........................ Operational Highway/Rail/ Authorizes transportation 1 2

    Shipper/Other. in commerce of certain

    cesium devices in

    alternative packagings

    and is exempt from

    labeling and placarding

    requirements.

    Page 5400

    SP13301........................ Operational Highway/Rail/ Authorizes transportation 1 2

    Shipper/Other. in commerce of certain

    hazardous materials for a

    distance of approximately

    400 feet, not subject to

    the shipping paper,

    marking and labeling

    requirements in part 172.

    SP13322........................ Operational Highway/Rail/ Authorizes transportation 1 4

    Shipper/Other. in commerce for disposal

    purposes of certain Class

    1 waste hazardous

    materials in non-bulk

    packagings, by private

    vehicle in a specially

    designed bomb-disposal

    trailer as the outer

    packaging.

    SP13350........................ Operational Highway/Rail/ Authorizes transportation 3 3

    Shipper/Other. in commerce of spacecraft

    auxiliary power units

    containing the residue of

    hydrazine, anhydrous.

    SP13355........................ Operational Highway/Rail/ Authorizes manufacture, 1 3

    Shipper/Other. marking, sale and use of

    specially designed

    combination packagings

    for transportation in

    commerce of certain

    hazardous materials

    without hazard labels or

    placards.

    SP13426........................ Operational Highway/Rail/ Authorizes manufacture, 1 3

    Shipper/Other. marking, sale and use of

    non-DOT specification

    containers (metal, single

    trip, inside containers,

    described as hermetically

    sealed electron tube

    radiation sensors) for

    transportation in

    commerce of Division 2.2

    materials (argon,

    compressed).

    SP13487........................ Operational Highway/Rail/ Authorizes one-time, one- 1 2

    Shipper/Other. way transportation in

    commerce of certain

    infectious materials in

    special packagings

    transported by a contract

    carrier.

    SP13546........................ Operational Highway/Rail/ Authorizes transportation 1 3

    Shipper/Other. in commerce of certain

    hazardous materials along

    a public road of not more

    than 50 yards without

    shipping papers, marking,

    labeling, and emergency

    response information on

    the transport vehicle.

    SP13577........................ Operational Highway/Rail/ Authorizes transportation 1 3

    Shipper/Other. in commerce of a Division

    2.2 material as a limited

    quantity in certain non-

    DOT specification inside

    metal containers

    conforming with all

    requirements applicable

    to a DOT specification 2Q

    inner non-refillable

    metal receptacle, except

    as specified.

    SP13963........................ Operational Highway/Rail/ Authorizes manufacture, 1 3

    Shipper/Other. marking, sale and use of

    a specially designed

    device containing Class 7

    radioactive materials.

    The device is a reactor

    head package to be used

    to transport commercial

    nuclear power plants

    reactor vessel heads with

    or without the control

    rod drive mechanisms

    attached.

    SP13976........................ Operational Highway/Rail/ Authorizes transportation 1 2

    Shipper/Other. in commerce of certain UN

    Standard combination

    packages which contain

    limited quantities of a

    wood preserver containing

    methyl isothiocyanate, a

    Division 6.1, Packing

    Group I, Hazard Zone B

    material, in utility

    vehicles that are not

    placarded.

    SP14183........................ Operational Highway/Rail/ Authorizes manufacture, 1 3

    Shipper/Other. marking, sale and use of

    non-DOT specification

    packagings described as

    hermetically sealed

    electron tube radiation

    sensors for use in the

    transportation in

    commerce of Division 2.2

    and Division 2.1

    materials.

    SP14187........................ Operational Highway/Rail/ Authorizes transportation 1 3

    Shipper/Other. in commerce of a certain

    space satellite assembly

    containing non-DOT

    specification pressure

    vessels pressurized with

    compressed hydrogen,

    which is a component part

    of a nickel-hydrogen

    battery.

    SP14188........................ Operational Highway/Rail/ Authorizes manufacture, 1 3

    Shipper/Other. marking, sale and use of

    a non-refillable, non-DOT

    specification inside

    metal container

    conforming with all

    regulations applicable to

    a DOT specification 2Q,

    except as specified, for

    transportation in

    commerce of certain

    hazardous materials.

    SP14205........................ Operational Highway/Rail/ Authorizes manufacture, 1 3

    Shipper/Other. marking, sale and use of

    a non-DOT specification,

    non-refillable plastic

    aerosol container of not

    more than 30 fluid ounces

    containing a Division 2.2

    material consisting of a

    non-toxic propellant gas

    and a non-hazardous

    material.

    SP14227........................ Operational Highway/Rail/ Authorizes manufacture, 1 3

    Shipper/Other. marking, sale and use of

    non-DOT specification

    metal refueling tanks

    containing certain Class

    3 liquids. The Class 3

    liquids will be

    discharged from the

    refueling tanks without

    removing the refueling

    tanks from the vehicle on

    which they are

    transported.

    SP14236........................ Operational Highway/Rail/ Authorizes manufacture, 1 3

    Shipper/Other. marking, sale and use of

    a non-DOT specification,

    non-refillable, inside

    container conforming to

    all regulations

    applicable to a DOT

    specification 2Q, except

    as specified, for

    transportation in

    commerce of certain

    Division 2.1 material.

    SP14249........................ Operational Highway/Rail/ Authorizes shipment of 1 2

    Shipper/Other. Division 1.4S waste

    shotshell cartridges in

    non-DOT specification

    bulk containers for

    disposal.

    SP14267........................ Operational Highway/Rail/ Authorizes transportation 11 2

    Shipper/Other. in commerce of fissile

    uranium contaminated

    equipment containing up

    to 252 grams of uranium-

    235 to be transported in

    US DOT 7A, type A

    packaging.

    Page 5401

    SP14274........................ Operational Highway/Rail/ Authorizes transportation 2 2

    Shipper/Other. in commerce of certain

    DOT specification

    cylinders as part of a

    portable emission

    measurement system that

    releases a controlled

    amount of certain

    Division 2.1 and Division

    2.2 materials during

    transportation under

    certain specified terms

    and conditions.

    SP14281........................ Operational Highway/Rail/ Authorizes transportation 2 2

    Shipper/Other. in commerce of certain

    scrap airbag inflators,

    seat belt pretensioners

    and/or airbag modules

    classed as Division 1.3C,

    subject to certain

    packaging and special

    provisions.

    SP14282........................ Operational Highway/Rail/ Authorizes transportation 36 3

    Shipper/Other. in commerce of certain

    detonators, detonator

    assemblies, detonators

    for ammunition,

    detonating fuses and

    igniting fuses on the

    same motor vehicle with

    any other Class 1

    explosives when they are

    in separate and isolated

    (i.e. not adjacent) cargo-

    carrying compartments

    powered by the same

    tractor.

    SP14283........................ Operational Highway/Rail/ Authorizes transportation 5 3

    Shipper/Other. in commerce of non-DOT

    specification bulk

    packages containing

    uranium mill tailings and

    debris with low levels of

    radioactivity between

    specified processing

    facilities and a

    specified DOE owned

    disposal facility.

    Alternative requirements

    for hazard communication

    and packaging are

    authorized.

    SP14287........................ Operational Highway/Rail/ Authorizes one-time 3 3

    Shipper/Other. transportation, for

    source disposal purposes

    only, of certain portable

    nuclear gauges.

    SP14315........................ Operational Highway/Rail/ Authorizes manufacture, 1 3

    Shipper/Other. marking, sale and use of

    non-DOT specification

    metal refueling tanks

    containing certain Class

    3 liquids. The Class 3

    liquids will be

    discharged from the

    refueling tanks without

    removing the refueling

    tanks from the vehicle on

    which they are

    transported.

    SP14329........................ Operational Highway/Rail/ Authorizes one-time 2 3

    Shipper/Other. transportation, for

    source disposal purposes

    only, of certain portable

    nuclear gauges.

    SP14373........................ Operational Highway/Rail/ Authorizes transportation 1 3

    Shipper/Other. in commerce of certain

    compressed gas fueled and

    liquid-fueled cigarette

    lighters in checked

    baggage of passenger

    aircraft when packaged in

    a rigid, vapor-tight non-

    DOT specification solid

    plastic packaging that

    prevents any movement of

    the lighter during

    transport.

    SP14375........................ Operational Highway/Rail/ Authorizes transportation 1 2

    Shipper/Other. in commerce of certain

    Division 1.1A explosives

    in a solution of ethanol

    and water when

    transported in a

    specially designed

    packaging configuration

    by motor vehicle.

    SP14385........................ Operational Highway/Rail/ Authorizes transportation 2 2

    Shipper/Other. in commerce of placarded

    railroad tank cars

    containing hazardous

    materials that are

    transiting the

    International Bridge from

    Mexico to Laredo, TX

    prior to the mandated

    safety inspections.

    SP14388........................ Operational Highway/Rail/ Authorizes transportation 2 2

    Shipper/Other. in commerce of certain

    desensitized explosives

    in bulk by motor vehicle.

    SP14395........................ Operational Highway/Rail/ Authorizes transportation 2 2

    Shipper/Other. in commerce of a Division

    6.1 liquid soil fumigant

    in a non-DOT

    specification bulk

    packaging mounted on a

    farm tractor or wagon.

    SP14414........................ Operational Highway/Rail/ Authorizes one-way 1 2

    Shipper/Other. transportation in

    commerce of certain

    hazardous materials

    (articles, explosive,

    n.o.s., 1.3L, UN0356, and

    lithium batteries, 9,

    UN3090) for a certain

    launch vehicle.

    SP14415........................ Operational Highway/Rail/ Authorizes transportation 1 3

    Shipper/Other. in commerce of certain

    gas and liquid fueled

    lighters in checked

    baggage of passenger

    aircraft when packaged in

    a rigid, vapor-tight non-

    DOT specification solid

    plastic box that will

    prevent any movement of

    the lighter during

    transport.

    SP14422........................ Operational Highway/Rail/ Authorizes transportation 2 3

    Shipper/Other. in commerce of 4 ounces

    or less of ethyl chloride

    packaged in a DOT-2P or

    DOT-2Q container, as a

    consumer commodity.

    SP14424........................ Operational Highway/Rail/ Authorizes transportation 2 2

    Shipper/Other. in commerce of a DOT

    specification 4L cylinder

    containing carbon

    dioxide, refrigerated

    liquid which may be

    filled and discharged

    without removal from the

    motor vehicle.

    SP14436........................ Operational Highway/Rail/ Authorizes transportation 1 2

    Shipper/Other. in commerce of hazardous

    materials that are toxic

    by inhalation by rail

    without meeting the

    requirements of Sec.

    174.14 for expedited

    shipments.

    SP14452........................ Operational Highway/Rail/ Authorizes transportation 2 2

    Shipper/Other. in commerce of dried

    biomeal, solid, in non-

    DOT specification sift-

    proof roll-on/roll-off

    bulk bins.

    SP14455........................ Operational Highway/Rail/ Authorizes the one-time, 1 2

    Shipper/Other. one-way transportation in

    commerce of steam

    generators and steam

    generator sections that

    have been removed from

    service in commercial

    nuclear power plants, and

    contain Class 7

    radioactive material, to

    be classified as surface

    contaminated objects (SCO-

    II) and transported as

    non-specification

    packages from a licensed

    shipping facility to a

    licensed receiving

    facility.

    Page 5402

    SP14460........................ Operational Highway/Rail/ Authorizes transportation 1 2

    Shipper/Other. in commerce of non-DOT

    specification permeation

    devices with a maximum

    volume of 6cc containing

    anhydrous ammonia without

    shipping papers, labeling

    and placarding.

    SP14494........................ Operational Highway/Rail/ Authorizes transportation 20 3

    Shipper/Other. in commerce of cylinders

    that are marked with

    obsolete proper shipping

    descriptions to allow for

    their return.

    SP14500........................ Operational Highway/Rail/ Authorizes transportation 1 2

    Shipper/Other. in commerce of a DOT

    specification 4L cylinder

    containing oxygen,

    refrigerated liquid,

    which may be filled and

    discharged without

    removal from the motor

    vehicle.

    SP14518........................ Operational Highway/Rail/ Authorizes transportation 3 2

    Shipper/Other. in commerce of primers,

    cap type, UN0044 in non-

    DOT specification

    packaging when

    transported by private

    carrier for a distance of

    10 miles or less.

    SP14530........................ Operational Highway/Rail/ Authorizes transportation 1 2

    Shipper/Other. in commerce of a PG III

    flammable liquid in

    alternative packaging (a

    neutron scatter camera)

    by motor vehicle and

    cargo vessel.

    SP14547........................ Operational Highway/Rail/ Authorizes one-way 1 2

    Shipper/Other. transportation in

    commerce of scrap/waste

    cartridges, small arms,

    blank in a non-DOT

    specification bulk

    container by motor

    vehicle.

    SP14551........................ Operational Highway/Rail/ Authorizes surface 1 2

    Shipper/Other. transportation in

    commerce of certain

    explosives as dangerous

    good in apparatus, UN3363

    instead of the EX

    classification of

    cartridge, power device,

    UN0323.

    SP14599........................ Operational Highway/Rail/ Authorizes transportation 1 2

    Shipper/Other. in commerce of packages

    of non-hazardous material

    identified as

    ``biological substance,

    Category B'', for

    purposes of shipping and

    packaging drills

    conducted to evaluate

    bioterrorism, chemical

    terrorism and pandemic

    influenza preparedness.

    SP14600........................ Operational Highway/Rail/ Authorizes transportation 2 2

    Shipper/Other. in commerce of up to

    5,000 lighters per motor

    vehicle not subject to

    the requirements of

    subparts C through H of

    Part 172 and part 177 in

    its entirety.

    SP14640........................ Operational Highway/Rail/ Authorizes transportation 1 3

    Shipper/Other. in commerce of packages

    containing very small

    quantities of certain PG

    I hazardous materials,

    identified as analytical

    standards, that are not

    authorized for

    transportation aboard

    passenger-carrying

    aircraft under the

    excepted quantity

    provisions of Sec.

    173.4a.

    SP14649........................ Operational Highway/Rail/ Authorizes transportation 1 2

    Shipper/Other. in commerce of certain

    Division 1.4C and 1.4S

    small arms ammunition in

    non-DOT specification

    rugged steel containers

    by motor vehicle

    exclusively between

    company facilities.

    SP14657........................ Operational Highway/Rail/ Authorizes transportation 1 2

    Shipper/Other. in commerce of specified

    radioactive materials in

    designated DOT

    specification 6M and 20WC-

    1 packagings on or after

    October 1, 2008, in order

    to allow a transition

    period to performance

    oriented package use.

    SP14691........................ Operational Highway/Rail/ Authorizes the return 1 4

    Shipper/Other. shipment by motor vehicle

    of hazardous materials

    that have been accepted

    for transportation,

    transported and

    subsequently determined

    to be non-compliant with

    the HMR.

    SP14718........................ Operational Highway/Rail/ Authorizes manufacture, 1 3

    Shipper/Other. marking, sale and use of

    a DOT specification

    cylinder conforming in

    all respects to DOT

    specification 39, except

    for a procedure in

    completing the marking

    requirement, for the

    transportation in

    commerce of certain

    hazardous materials.

    SP14722........................ Operational Highway/Rail/ Authorizes manufacture, 1 2

    Shipper/Other. marking, sale, and use of

    a non-DOT specification

    packaging described as a

    hermetically-sealed

    electron tube device for

    transportation in

    commerce of certain

    hazardous materials.

    SP14728........................ Operational Highway/Rail/ Authorizes transportation 3 3

    Shipper/Other. in commerce of specified

    radioactive materials in

    a designated DOT

    specification 20WC-5

    packaging after October

    1, 2008, in order to

    allow a transition period

    to performance oriented

    package use.

    SP14732........................ Operational Highway/Rail/ Authorizes transportation 1 2

    Shipper/Other. in commerce of

    reconditioned (used)

    refrigerating machines

    containing a group A1

    refrigerant by motor

    vehicle.

    SP14768........................ Operational Highway/Rail/ Authorizes transportation 1 2

    Shipper/Other. of certain materials

    (infectious substances

    and biological

    substances) in

    alternative packaging

    (freezers) transported in

    motor vehicles.

    SP14772........................ Operational Highway/Rail/ Authorizes transportation 2 2

    Shipper/Other. in commerce of specified

    type B and/or fissile

    quantities of radioactive

    materials in designated

    U.S. Nuclear Regulatory

    Commission (NRC)

    authorized packages,

    after October 1, 2008, in

    order to allow a

    transition period to

    performance oriented

    package use.

    Page 5403

    SP14789........................ Operational Highway/Rail/ Authorizes transportation 1 3

    Shipper/Other. in commerce of certain

    Division 1.1B and 1.4B

    detonator assemblies with

    any other Class 1

    explosives in the same

    motor vehicle provided

    they are packaged in

    separate and isolated

    cargo-carrying

    compartments.

    SP14801........................ Operational Highway/Rail/ Authorizes transportation 1 2

    Shipper/Other. in commerce of certain

    hazardous materials as

    materials of trade when

    transported by a

    dedicated contract

    carrier and they comply

    with all the provisions

    of Sec. 173.6.

    SP14814........................ Operational Highway/Rail/ Authorizes transportation 1 2

    Shipper/Other. in commerce of certain

    Division 2.2 compressed

    gases in non-DOT

    specification cylinders

    to support an

    International Space

    Station project.

    SP14823........................ Operational Highway/Rail/ Authorizes the return 1 4

    Shipper/Other. shipment by motor vehicle

    of hazardous materials

    that have been accepted

    for transportation,

    transported, and

    subsequently determined

    to be non-compliant with

    the HMR.

    SP14848........................ Operational Highway/Rail/ Authorizes transportation 1 2

    Shipper/Other. in commerce of certain

    DOT specification

    cylinders as part of a

    portable emission

    measurement system, that

    release a controlled

    amount of certain

    Division 2.1 and 2.2

    materials without

    removing the cylinder

    from the vehicle on which

    it is transported.

    SP14865........................ Operational Highway/Rail/ Authorizes transportation 1 3

    Shipper/Other. in commerce of liquefied

    petroleum gas in a

    specially designed vault

    when transported by

    railroad in Alaska.

    SP14909........................ Operational Highway/Rail/ Authorizes transportation 1 3

    Shipper/Other. in commerce of cylinders

    of compressed oxygen

    solely and specifically

    intended for human health

    care and veterinary

    services only, when no

    other practical means of

    transportation exist,

    without their outer

    packaging being capable

    of passing the Flame

    Penetration and

    Resistance Test and the

    Thermal Resistance Test.

    SP14915........................ Operational Highway/Rail/ Authorizes transportation 3 2

    Shipper/Other. in commerce of UN1992,

    flammable liquid, n.o.s.,

    PG III and UN1219,

    isopropanol, PG II across

    a public road, from one

    part of a plant to

    another, as essentially

    not subject to parts 172

    and 173.

    SP14933........................ Operational Highway/Rail/ Authorizes transportation 1 2

    Shipper/Other. in commerce of certain

    Division 6.2 infectious

    substances and biological

    substances in special

    packagings in a dedicated

    truck by highway.

    SP14957........................ Operational Highway/Rail/ Authorizes transportation 1 3

    Shipper/Other. in commerce of

    approximately 80,000

    packages under the terms

    of Sec. 173.4 with

    alternative marking to

    deplete carton stock.

    SP14967........................ Operational Highway/Rail/ Authorizes one-time 1 2

    Shipper/Other. transportation in

    commerce of certain

    hazardous materials to a

    new site approximately 5

    miles away as exempt from

    certain requirements of

    the HMR provided

    alternative packaging and

    operational controls are

    met as specified.

    SP14969........................ Operational Highway/Rail/ Authorizes one-way 1 2

    Shipper/Other. transportation in

    commerce of certain

    Category A infectious

    substances in special

    packagings in a dedicated

    truck by highway via pre-

    determined routes.

    SP14974........................ Operational Highway/Rail/ Authorizes transportation 1 4

    Shipper/Other. in commerce of lead

    batteries from more than

    one shipper without

    voiding the exception in

    Sec. 173.159(e).

    SP15001........................ Operational Highway/Rail/ Authorizes transportation 1 2

    Shipper/Other. in commerce of cylinders

    transported by private or

    contract motor carrier

    with alternative marking

    and shipping paper

    documentation.

    SP15059........................ Operational Highway/Rail/ Authorizes transportation 2 3

    Shipper/Other. in commerce of helium,

    Division 2.2 in non-DOT

    specification packaging.

    SP15071........................ Operational Highway/Rail/ Authorizes transportation 1 3

    Shipper/Other. in commerce of a

    cartridge, power device

    and air, compressed,

    article, n.o.s.

    (cartridges, power device

    installed on equipment

    and non-flammable,

    compressed gas) and

    helium, compressed in non-

    DOT specification

    cylinders.

    SP15097........................ Operational Highway/Rail/ Authorizes one-way 1 2

    Shipper/Other. transportation in

    commerce of certain

    unapproved toy caps or

    fireworks for testing.

    SP15130........................ Operational Highway/Rail/ Authorizes transportation 1 3

    Shipper/Other. in commerce of certain

    hazardous materials by 14

    CFR Part 133 Rotorcraft

    External Load Operations

    attached to or suspended

    from an aircraft, in

    remote areas of the U.S.

    only, without being

    subject to hazard

    communication

    requirements, quantity

    limitations and certain

    loading and stowage

    requirements.

    SP15131........................ Operational Highway/Rail/ Authorizes manufacture, 1 2

    Shipper/Other. marking, sale and use of

    DOT specification 113A90W

    tank cars for

    transportation in

    commerce of certain non-

    flammable cryogenic

    liquids.

    SP15161........................ Operational Highway/Rail/ Authorizes transportation 21 4

    Shipper/Other. in commerce of lead

    batteries from more than

    one shipper without

    voiding the exception in

    Sec. 173.159(e).

    SP15166........................ Operational Highway/Rail/ Authorizes transportation 1 3

    Shipper/Other. in commerce of certain

    hazardous materials by 14

    CFR Part 133 Rotorcraft

    External Load Operations

    attached to or suspended

    from an aircraft, in

    remote areas of the U.S.

    only, without being

    subject to quantity

    limitations.

    Page 5404

    SP15198........................ Operational Highway/Rail/ Authorizes transportation 1 2

    Shipper/Other. in commerce of residues

    of titanium tetrachloride

    contained in disassembled

    process equipment in non-

    DOT specification

    packaging across public

    roads of not more than

    seven tenths of a mile,

    from one part of a plant

    to another, without

    shipping papers, marking,

    labeling, and placarding.

    SP15206........................ Operational Highway/Rail/ Authorizes transportation 3 5

    Shipper/Other. in commerce of electric

    double layer capacitors

    with an energy storable

    capacity of not more than

    10Wh, and the capacitors

    installed in equipment,

    in certain packagings,

    without being subject to

    the HMR.

    SP15250........................ Operational Highway/Rail/ Authorizes the Department 2 2

    Shipper/Other. of Energy to examine,

    class, and approve new

    explosives that are

    tested to a newer

    revision of the

    Department of Defense

    Ammunition and Explosive

    Hazard Classification

    Procedures (TB 700-2)

    that has not been

    incorporated by reference.

    SP15257........................ Operational Highway/Rail/ Authorizes transportation 1 3

    Shipper/Other. of certain hazardous

    materials, a short

    distance from one

    facility to another, in

    intermediate bulk

    containers (IBC) not

    otherwise authorized.

    SP15279........................ Operational Highway/Rail/ Authorizes one-time 1 2

    Shipper/Other. transportation in

    commerce of Division 6.2

    materials in special

    packaging transported by

    a contract carrier for

    short distances by motor

    vehicle (less than 2

    miles).

    SP15351........................ Operational Highway/Rail/ Authorizes transportation 1 2

    Shipper/Other. in commerce of packages

    of thermometers

    containing certain

    Division 2.1 material as

    excepted quantities by

    aircraft.

    SP15364........................ Operational Highway/Rail/ Authorizes one-way 1 3

    Shipper/Other. transportation in

    commerce of Division 1.4G

    fireworks in non-DOT

    specification fiberboard

    non-bulk outer packagings

    whentransported by

    private motor carrier or

    contract motor carrier.

    SP15368........................ Operational Highway/Rail/ Authorizes transportation 1 2

    Shipper/Other. in commerce of flammable

    liquid, n.o.s.,

    containing methanol in

    soil samples as

    ``Dangerous Goods in

    Excepted Quantities''

    when transported and

    packaged in accordance

    with Sec. 173.4a and as

    specified.

    SP15386........................ Operational Highway/Rail/ Authorizes one-time, one- 1 2

    Shipper/Other. way transportation in

    commerce of five (5) 5-

    gallon buckets containing

    wetted waste primers and

    three (3) 5-gallon

    buckets containing wetted

    waste propellant by a

    contract carrier for

    disposal without an EX

    approval.

    SP15425........................ Operational Highway/Rail/ Authorizes transportation 1 3

    Shipper/Other. in commerce of a certain

    family of hydrazine

    compounds with primary

    hazard classes of Class 8

    and Division 6.1 on the

    same motor vehicle

    without regard to

    segregation requirements.

    SP15446........................ Operational Highway/Rail/ Authorizes transportation 1 3

    Shipper/Other. in commerce of organic

    peroxides with hazard

    warning labels that were

    authorized prior to the

    HM-215I (PHMSA-2006-

    25476) compliance date of

    January 1, 2011.

    SP15448........................ Operational Highway/Rail/ Authorizes transportation 1 2

    Shipper/Other. in commerce of certain

    Class 1 materials under

    an Interim Hazard

    Classification (IHC).

    SP15452........................ Operational Highway/Rail/ Authorizes transportation 1 3

    Shipper/Other. in commerce of oxygen in

    certain DOT specification

    39 cylinders that have

    their pressure relief

    devices set to an

    alternative burst

    pressure range.

    SP15471........................ Operational Highway/Rail/ Authorizes transportation 1 2

    Shipper/Other. in commerce of spacecraft

    subsystem fuel propellant

    tanks containing the

    residue of hydrazine,

    anhydrous which does not

    meet the requirements of

    Sec. 173.172.

    SP15516........................ Operational Highway/Rail/ Authorizes transportation 1 2

    Shipper/Other. in commerce of certain

    waste hazardous materials

    between plants for less

    than one half mile by

    private motor vehicle

    without shipping paper

    documentation.

    SP15577........................ Operational Highway/Rail/ Authorizes transportation 1 2

    Shipper/Other. in commerce of certain

    Division 1.4S small arms

    cartridges in non-DOT

    specification bulk

    packagings without labels

    and markings for a

    distance not to exceed

    200 yards by motor

    vehicle on a public road,

    subject to certain

    limitations and

    requirements.

    SP15580........................ Operational Highway/Rail/ Authorizes movement of 1 2

    Shipper/Other. freight trains utilizing

    a ``light locomotive

    consist'' of two helper

    locomotives attached to

    the rear end of a stalled

    train without positioning

    buffer cars separating

    these locomotives from

    the rear placarded

    hazardous materials cars

    in the train.

    SP15599........................ Operational Highway/Rail/ Authorizes manufacture, 1 2

    Shipper/Other. marking, sale, and use of

    hydrogen storage systems

    for use in fuel cells for

    a period of not more than

    1 year. The hydrogen

    storage systems utilize

    non-DOT specification

    cylinders containing

    hydrogen absorbed in

    metal hydride.

    SP15620........................ Operational Highway/Rail/ Authorizes transportation 1 3

    Shipper/Other. in commerce by motor

    vehicle of approximately

    36,000 non-DOT

    specification containers

    filled with 1,1,1,2-

    tetrafluoroethane. This

    SP will not be renewed.

    Page 5405

    SP15655........................ Operational Highway/Rail/ Authorizes transportation 1 3

    Shipper/Other. in commerce of certain

    waste pyrotechnic

    material that has not

    been approved under 49

    CFR 173.56(b) by motor

    vehicle.

    SP15666........................ Operational Highway/Rail/ Authorizes transportation 1 2

    Shipper/Other. in commerce of a specific

    product containing a

    marine pollutant (alcohol

    C-12--C-16 poly (1-6)

    ethoxylate), as not

    meeting the Sec. 171.8

    definition of a marine

    pollutant.

    SP15689........................ Operational Highway/Rail/ Authorizes discharge of a 1 3

    Shipper/Other. Division 2.1 material

    from an authorized DOT

    specification cylinder

    without removing the

    cylinder from the vehicle

    on which it is

    transported.

    ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

    Non-Bulk Packaging Specifications/IBCs

    ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

    SP4354......................... Non-Bulk Packaging Authorizes transportation 1 3

    Specifications/IBCs. in commerce of methyl

    chloroformate in UN

    Standard 1H1 drums and

    6HA1 composite packagings

    which do not meet the

    overpack requirements of

    Sec. 173.226(b).

    SP5112......................... Non-Bulk Packaging Authorizes transportation 1 3

    Specifications/IBCs. in commerce of certain

    Class 1 explosives

    (nitroglycerin,

    desensitized UN0143) in a

    specially designed

    container. The prescribed

    packaging is a specially

    designed kettle drum type

    aluminum container

    permanently mounted on a

    specially designed strong

    aluminum base.

    SP6299......................... Non-Bulk Packaging Authorizes manufacture, 1 3

    Specifications/IBCs. marking, sale and use of

    non-DOT specification

    portable tanks conforming

    with all regulations

    applicable to a DOT

    specification MC 338

    cargo tank motor vehicle,

    except as specified, for

    transportation in

    commerce of certain

    hazardous materials.

    SP6971......................... Non-Bulk Packaging Authorizes a gross mass of 1 3

    Specifications/IBCs. the completed packaging

    exceeding the 29 kg gross

    weight limit specified in

    Sec. 173.4 for

    transportation in

    commerce of packages

    containing small

    quantities of hazardous

    materials, identified as

    analytical standards.

    SP8215......................... Non-Bulk Packaging Authorizes transportation 1 3

    Specifications/IBCs. in commerce of certain

    Division 1.1, 1.3 and 1.4

    explosives, Division 4.1

    flammable solids and ORM-

    D materials in non-DOT

    specification packagings

    without labels and EX-

    number markings for a

    distance not to exceed 7/

    10 mile by cargo motor

    vehicle or rail freight.

    SP8445......................... Non-Bulk Packaging Authorizes the 43 2

    Specifications/IBCs. transportation by private

    or contract motor carrier

    of certain shipments of

    various liquid or solid

    hazardous substances and

    hazardous wastes packed

    in inside plastic, glass,

    earthenware or metal

    containers, not exceeding

    one-gallon capacity,

    overpacked in a UN

    specification 1A2 or 1B2

    metal drum, a UN 1G fiber

    drum or a UN1H2 plastic

    drum, not exceeding 220

    liters (55-gallon)

    nominal capacity only for

    the purposes of disposal,

    re-packing or re-

    processing.

    SP8451......................... Non-Bulk Packaging Authorizes transportation 175 2

    Specifications/IBCs. in commerce of not more

    than 25 grams of solid

    explosive or pyrotechnic

    material, including waste-

    containing explosives

    that have an energy

    density not significantly

    greater than that of

    pentaerythritol

    tetranitrate, classed as

    Division 1.4E, when

    packed in a special

    shipping container.

    SP8472......................... Non-Bulk Packaging Authorizes use of non-DOT 1 2

    Specifications/IBCs. specification containers

    to transport Argon,

    compressed. The

    prescribed packaging is a

    non-DOT specification,

    metal, single trip,

    inside container,

    described as a detector

    or ionization chamber,

    having a design

    (operating) pressure of

    300 psig and an 85 cubic

    inch maximum water

    capacity. The detector

    assemblies must be

    shipped in a suitably

    suspended and cushioned

    strong outside container.

    SP8748......................... Non-Bulk Packaging Authorizes transportation 1 2

    Specifications/IBCs. in commerce of boron

    trifluoride, Division

    2.3, in a non-DOT

    specification metal

    pressure envelope

    contained in a radiation

    detection system. The

    prescribed packaging is a

    radiation detection

    system having a non-DOT

    specification metal

    pressure envelope with

    welded or soldered

    joints, and brazed

    ceramic to metal

    insulator feed-through

    assemblies.

    SP9672......................... Non-Bulk Packaging Authorizes transportation 1 3

    Specifications/IBCs. in commerce of certain

    Division 4.2 and Division

    4.3 materials in an MC

    330 or MC 331 cargo tank

    with a filling/discharge

    opening that does not

    have a remote self-

    closing internal valve.

    SP9722......................... Non-Bulk Packaging Authorizes manufacture, 2 3

    Specifications/IBCs. marking, sale and use of

    UN1H1 plastic drums to be

    used for transportation

    in commerce of nitric

    acid with not more than

    40% nitric acid.

    SP10048........................ Non-Bulk Packaging Authorizes use of a UN 1A2 7 3

    Specifications/IBCs. drum with inside non-DOT

    specification metal

    containers for

    transportation in

    commerce of certain

    hazardous materials.

    Page 5406

    SP10501........................ Non-Bulk Packaging Authorizes repair and 1 2

    Specifications/IBCs. reuse of a certain UN13L2

    flexible intermediate

    bulk container (IBC) for

    transportation in

    commerce of certain solid

    hazardous materials.

    SP10529........................ Non-Bulk Packaging Authorizes manufacture, 1 2

    Specifications/IBCs. marking, sale and use of

    certain non-DOT

    specification packagings.

    The prescribed packagings

    are metal, single trip,

    inside containers,

    described as hermetically

    sealed electron tube

    radiation sensors

    containing certain

    Division 2.1 and 2.2

    gases.

    SP10880........................ Non-Bulk Packaging Authorizes the 11 2

    Specifications/IBCs. transportation in

    commerce of ammonium

    nitrate-fuel oil mixture

    (ANFO), Division 1.5, in

    reusable, flexible

    intermediate bulk

    containers (IBCs) type UN

    13H3 or UN 13H4

    conforming to subpart N

    and O of part 178.

    SP10984........................ Non-Bulk Packaging Authorizes transportation 2 2

    Specifications/IBCs. in commerce of specially

    designed UN 1A1 steel

    drums for the shipment of

    dichlorosilane, subject

    to certain limitations

    and requirements.

    SP11077........................ Non-Bulk Packaging Authorizes transportation 3 3

    Specifications/IBCs. in commerce of certain

    Division 6.1 materials,

    as well as nitric acid,

    in a limited number of

    UN1A1 and DOT 42B drums

    which do not meet all

    requirements of Sec.

    Sec. 173.226 and

    173.227.

    SP11156........................ Non-Bulk Packaging Authorizes transportation 57 2

    Specifications/IBCs. in commerce of NA0331,

    UN1942 and UN0331 in non-

    DOT specification multi-

    wall plastic-lined paper

    bags.

    SP11167........................ Non-Bulk Packaging Authorizes manufacture, 1 2

    Specifications/IBCs. marking, sale and use of

    a non-DOT specification

    double containment

    packaging for

    transportation in

    commerce of various

    hazardous materials.

    SP11215........................ Non-Bulk Packaging Authorizes transportation 1 2

    Specifications/IBCs. in commerce of certain

    hazardous materials,

    contained in a solid fuel

    rocket. The SP covers

    launch operations and non-

    launch operations

    associated with vehicle

    deployment with or

    without a spacecraft.

    SP11220........................ Non-Bulk Packaging Authorizes the refilling 4 3

    Specifications/IBCs. and reuse of certain

    packagings, containing

    liquid hazardous

    materials authorized by

    Sec. 172.101 and part

    173 to be shipped in

    composite packagings with

    a steel outer packaging,

    which have not been

    subjected to the

    leakproofness test in

    accordance with Sec.

    173.28(b)(2).

    SP11401........................ Non-Bulk Packaging Authorizes transportation 10 2

    Specifications/IBCs. in commerce of certain

    cesium devices in

    alternative packaging

    with no hazard labels.

    SP11443........................ Non-Bulk Packaging Authorizes transportation 2 2

    Specifications/IBCs. in commerce of certain

    organic peroxides,

    Division 5.2, in UN 31A

    intermediate bulk

    containers (IBCs).

    SP11606........................ Non-Bulk Packaging Authorizes transportation 4 2

    Specifications/IBCs. in commerce of certain

    non-DOT specification

    steel drums and certain

    UN1A1 and UN1A2 steel

    drums without the marking

    of the symbol of the

    manufacturer and the

    initials ``USA'' to be

    shipped without

    leakproofness testing.

    SP11624........................ Non-Bulk Packaging Authorizes transportation 114 2

    Specifications/IBCs. in commerce by motor

    vehicle, rail freight and

    cargo vessel of certain

    waste paints and paint

    related materials, Class

    3, in metal or plastic

    pails, packed in cubic

    yard boxes, dump

    trailers, and roll-off

    containers.

    SP11647........................ Non-Bulk Packaging Authorizes manufacture, 2 3

    Specifications/IBCs. marking, sale and use of

    a non-DOT specification

    cylinder conforming with

    all regulations

    applicable to a DOT

    specification 3AA

    cylinder, without billets

    being inspected after

    parting as specified, for

    transportation in

    commerce of certain

    hazardous materials.

    SP11670........................ Non-Bulk Packaging Authorizes transportation 1 2

    Specifications/IBCs. in commerce of certain

    hazardous materials in a

    non-DOT specification

    cylinder used for oil

    well sampling.

    SP11753........................ Non-Bulk Packaging Authorizes transportation 2 2

    Specifications/IBCs. in commerce by motor

    vehicle of certain UN1H1

    drums containing ammonia

    solutions placed within

    temperature-controlled

    vehicles.

    SP11779........................ Non-Bulk Packaging Authorizes transportation 1 2

    Specifications/IBCs. in commerce of gasoline

    in non-bulk polyethylene

    jerricans, to remote

    areas in support of log-

    cutting operations. The

    jerricans are loaded on

    external cargo racks of

    helicopters.

    SP11883........................ Non-Bulk Packaging Authorizes manufacture, 1 2

    Specifications/IBCs. marking, sale and use of

    non-DOT specification

    volumetric meter provers,

    manufactured from steel,

    have capacities ranging

    from 100 gallons to 1,500

    gallons, and mounted on

    motor vehicles for

    transportation in

    commerce of certain Class

    3 materials.

    SP11892........................ Non-Bulk Packaging Authorizes manufacture, 1 2

    Specifications/IBCs. marking, sale and use of

    certain DOT specification

    51 steel portable tanks

    manufactured in

    accordance with Section

    VIII, Division 2 of the

    ASME Code instead of

    Division 1. The portable

    tanks, mounted in ISO

    frames, are authorized

    for transportation in

    commerce of Division 2.1

    and 2.2 materials.

    Page 5407

    SP11924........................ Non-Bulk Packaging Authorizes manufacture, 2 2

    Specifications/IBCs. marking, sale and use of

    UN13H3 or UN13H4 flexible

    intermediate bulk

    containers (IBCs),

    UN11HG2W Composite IBCs,

    and UN6HH1 composite

    packagings for use as the

    outer packaging for lab

    pack applications.

    SP11932........................ Non-Bulk Packaging Authorizes motor vehicle 3 2

    Specifications/IBCs. transportation in

    commerce of oxygen

    generators in non-DOT

    specification packaging

    when installed in

    deployment modules and

    personal service units.

    SP11947........................ Non-Bulk Packaging Authorizes manufacture, 1 2

    Specifications/IBCs. marking, sale and use of

    multiple non-DOT

    specification containers,

    manifolded together

    within a frame and

    securely mounted on a

    truck chassis, for

    transportation in

    commerce of certain

    hazardous materials.

    SP11953........................ Non-Bulk Packaging Authorizes manufacture, 1 3

    Specifications/IBCs. marking, sale and use of

    a non-DOT specification

    cylinder conforming to a

    DOT specification 4BW,

    except for the maximum

    water capacity.

    SP12162........................ Non-Bulk Packaging Authorizes transportation 1 2

    Specifications/IBCs. in commerce of certain

    non-DOT specification

    cylinders containing

    Division 2.2 materials

    for use by the U.S.

    Department of Defense.

    SP12195........................ Non-Bulk Packaging Authorizes manufacture, 1 3

    Specifications/IBCs. marking, sale and use of

    metal intermediate bulk

    containers meeting UN

    design Type 31A as

    prescribed in part 178,

    except for minimum

    thickness requirements,

    for transportation in

    commerce of certain

    hazardous materials.

    SP12268........................ Non-Bulk Packaging Authorizes transportation 1 2

    Specifications/IBCs. in commerce of the

    residue of certain Class

    8 materials in non-DOT

    specification stainless

    steel tanks with

    capacities of 30, 75, or

    105 gallons.

    SP12338........................ Non-Bulk Packaging Authorizes transportation 1 3

    Specifications/IBCs. in commerce of certain

    non-DOT specification

    cylinders described as

    high pressure purifiers

    containing a Division 4.2

    material.

    SP12340........................ Non-Bulk Packaging Authorizes use of certain 1 2

    Specifications/IBCs. UN3H1 jerricans,

    containing ammonia

    solutions, which exceed

    the vapor pressure

    requirements.

    SP12402........................ Non-Bulk Packaging Authorizes manufacture, 2 3

    Specifications/IBCs. marking, sale and use of

    a non-DOT specification

    cylinder conforming with

    all regulations

    applicable to a DOT

    specification 3BN

    cylinder except as

    specified, for

    transportation in

    commerce of certain

    hazardous materials.

    SP12440........................ Non-Bulk Packaging Authorizes manufacture, 1 2

    Specifications/IBCs. marking, sale and use of

    a non-DOT specification

    cylinder conforming with

    all regulations

    applicable to a DOT-3AL

    specification cylinder,

    except as specified, for

    transportation in

    commerce of certain

    hazardous materials.

    SP12475........................ Non-Bulk Packaging Authorizes transportation 1 2

    Specifications/IBCs. in commerce certain

    hazardous materials in

    certain UN1A1 drums and

    the reuse of those UN1A1

    drums without

    leakproofness testing.

    SP12481........................ Non-Bulk Packaging Authorizes transportation 1 2

    Specifications/IBCs. in commerce of certain

    non-DOT specification

    packagings, described as

    actuators, charged with

    limited quantities of

    various hazardous

    materials.

    SP12609........................ Non-Bulk Packaging Authorizes transportation 1 2

    Specifications/IBCs. of a caustic alkali

    liquid (decontamination

    solution) in packages

    filled prior to October

    1, 1991 meeting the HMR

    in effect on September

    30, 1991.

    SP12633........................ Non-Bulk Packaging Authorizes transportation 1 2

    Specifications/IBCs. in commerce of gasoline

    in a non-DOT

    specification, non-bulk

    packaging (drum) mounted

    in a heli-torch frame.

    SP12675........................ Non-Bulk Packaging Authorizes use of non- 1 4

    Specifications/IBCs. specification, reusable

    high-strength plastic or

    metal containers or other

    dedicated handling

    devices, for return

    transportation of airbag

    modules and seat-belt

    pretensioners from the

    assembly plant to the

    manufacturer.

    SP12688........................ Non-Bulk Packaging Authorizes transportation 3 2

    Specifications/IBCs. in commerce of nitric

    acid in drums that do not

    meet the minimum

    thickness requirements.

    SP12705........................ Non-Bulk Packaging Authorizes transportation 1 2

    Specifications/IBCs. in commerce of nitric

    acid in drums that do not

    meet the minimum

    thickness requirements.

    SP12748........................ Non-Bulk Packaging Authorizes transportation 2 2

    Specifications/IBCs. in commerce of certain

    Division 1.1B, 1.1D, and

    1.4D materials in non-DOT

    specification packaging

    for neutron radiography.

    SP12750........................ Non-Bulk Packaging Authorizes manufacture, 1 2

    Specifications/IBCs. marking, sale and use of

    certain UN13H4 woven

    plastic, coated and with

    liner flexible

    intermediate bulk

    containers (IBCs) for use

    as the outer packaging

    for lab pack applications

    in accordance with Sec.

    173.12(b)(2)(i).

    SP12817........................ Non-Bulk Packaging Authorizes the reuse of 1 3

    Specifications/IBCs. specification UN 1H1 non-

    removable head plastic

    drums for the

    transportation of certain

    Class 8 materials to

    Environmental Protection

    Agency (EPA) licensed

    treatment, storage or

    disposal facilities.

    SP12997........................ Non-Bulk Packaging Authorizes the 2 5

    Specifications/IBCs. transportation in

    commerce of a corrosive

    liquid, basic, inorganic,

    n.o.s. in a vented

    intermediate bulk

    container (IBC).

    Page 5408

    SP12998........................ Non-Bulk Packaging Authorizes transportation 30 2

    Specifications/IBCs. in commerce of lab packs

    containing materials that

    are not waste materials.

    SP13027........................ Non-Bulk Packaging Authorizes manufacture, 1 3

    Specifications/IBCs. marking, sale, and use of

    multiple non-UN Standard

    containers conforming

    with all regulations

    applicable to a UN31A

    intermediate bulk

    container, except as

    provided. The containers

    are manifolded together

    within a frame and

    securely mounted on a

    truck chassis.

    SP13052........................ Non-Bulk Packaging Authorizes manufacture, 1 2

    Specifications/IBCs. mark, sale and use of

    UN11G intermediate bulk

    containers (IBCs) for

    transportation in

    commerce of waste paint

    and related materials.

    SP13057........................ Non-Bulk Packaging Authorizes transportation 1 3

    Specifications/IBCs. in commerce of steel

    tubing which has an inner

    core containing certain

    hazardous materials. The

    steel tubing is exempted

    from the packaging,

    marking, labeling and

    placarding requirements

    of the HMR.

    SP13083........................ Non-Bulk Packaging Authorizes the 1 3

    Specifications/IBCs. transportation in

    commerce of a self-

    heating solid material in

    UN13H2 or UN13H3

    intermediate bulk

    containers (IBCs).

    SP13161........................ Non-Bulk Packaging Authorizes transportation 1 3

    Specifications/IBCs. in commerce of small

    quantities of certain

    hazardous materials in

    inner packages without

    cushioning or absorbent

    material around the inner

    packages, as not subject

    to the HMR when

    transported by highway

    and packaged in

    accordance with Sec.

    173.4 or transported by

    cargo aircraft and

    packaged in accordance

    with Sec. 173.4a as

    specified.

    SP13211........................ Non-Bulk Packaging Authorizes transportation 1 2

    Specifications/IBCs. in commerce of certain

    nitroglycerin solutions

    in alcohol in UN4GV

    certified combination

    packages.

    SP13275........................ Non-Bulk Packaging Authorizes transportation 1 3

    Specifications/IBCs. in commerce of a Division

    2.1 material in certain

    DOT specification 2Q non-

    refillable containers.

    SP13282........................ Non-Bulk Packaging Authorizes transportation 1 3

    Specifications/IBCs. in commerce of a DOT

    specification UN1A1 steel

    drum or a UN1H1 plastic

    drum with a capacity of

    55 U.S. gallons

    containing hypochlorite

    solutions, which exceed

    the quantity limitations

    when shipped by air.

    SP13306........................ Non-Bulk Packaging Authorizes transportation 1 3

    Specifications/IBCs. in commerce of certain

    organic peroxide, type F,

    liquid in specially

    designed UN4G combination

    packages that contain

    inner packagings having

    closures that are not in

    the upright position.

    SP13321........................ Non-Bulk Packaging Authorizes transportation 1 3

    Specifications/IBCs. in commerce of certain

    infectious substances in

    specially designed,

    reusable textile bags.

    SP13481........................ Non-Bulk Packaging Authorizes transportation 13 2

    Specifications/IBCs. in commerce of not more

    than 25 grams of liquid

    explosive substances that

    have an energy density

    not greater than pure

    nitroglycerin, classed as

    Division 1.4E when packed

    in a special shipping

    container.

    SP13552........................ Non-Bulk Packaging Authorizes the 11 2

    Specifications/IBCs. transportation in

    commerce of phosphorus,

    white dry or phosphorus,

    white, under water or

    phosphorus white, in

    solution, or phosphorus,

    yellow dry or phosphorus,

    yellow, under water or

    phosphorus, yellow, in

    solution in alternate

    packaging.

    SP13756........................ Non-Bulk Packaging Authorizes transportation 1 3

    Specifications/IBCs. in commerce of water-

    tight seamed steel tubing

    containing certain

    hazardous materials and

    exempts those steel-clad

    hazardous materials from

    the packaging, marking,

    labeling, and placarding

    requirements of the HMR.

    SP14152........................ Non-Bulk Packaging Authorizes transportation 1 3

    Specifications/IBCs. in commerce of certain

    dry metal catalyst in

    UN4G combination packages

    or UN4D wooden boxes with

    stainless steel inner

    receptacles.

    SP14155........................ Non-Bulk Packaging Authorizes the one-way 1 2

    Specifications/IBCs. transportation in

    commerce of Division 1.4G

    fireworks in non-DOT

    specification fiberboard

    or plastic non-bulk outer

    packagings when

    transported by private

    motor carrier.

    SP14189........................ Non-Bulk Packaging Authorizes transportation 1 3

    Specifications/IBCs. in commerce of the

    residue of certain paint

    and resin solutions for

    the purpose of cleaning

    in non-DOT specification

    bulk and non-bulk

    packagings.

    SP14204........................ Non-Bulk Packaging Authorizes transportation 1 3

    Specifications/IBCs. in commerce of bromine in

    a 10 gallon UN 1N1 Monel

    drum that does not have a

    cap seal and is not

    overpacked in a UN 1A2 or

    UN 1H2 drum.

    SP14223........................ Non-Bulk Packaging Authorizes transportation 2 3

    Specifications/IBCs. in commerce of certain

    soap products in non-DOT

    specification, non-

    refillable plastic

    containers.

    SP14272........................ Non-Bulk Packaging Authorizes manufacture, 1 3

    Specifications/IBCs. marking, sale, and use of

    a non-DOT specification

    packaging described as a

    volumetric meter prover

    mounted on a trailer for

    transportation in

    commerce of liquefied

    petroleum gas residue

    vapors.

    SP14286........................ Non-Bulk Packaging Authorizes transportation 2 3

    Specifications/IBCs. in commerce of 1,1,1,2-

    tetrafluoroethane or

    refrigerant gas R 134a in

    a non-refillable, non-DOT

    specification inside

    metal container similar

    to a DOT 2Q container.

    Page 5409

    SP14314........................ Non-Bulk Packaging Authorizes domestic 3 4

    Specifications/IBCs. transportation in

    commerce of certain Class

    9 seat belt pretensioners

    as not subject to the HMR

    when transported by motor

    vehicle or rail freight.

    SP14376........................ Non-Bulk Packaging Authorizes one-way 1 2

    Specifications/IBCs. transportation in

    commerce by motor vehicle

    of waste lighters

    containing a Division 2.1

    flammable gas, not

    meeting the definition of

    a lighter in Sec.

    171.8, for disposal only.

    SP14418........................ Non-Bulk Packaging Authorizes transportation 1 2

    Specifications/IBCs. in commerce of water-

    reactive solids, powder

    in special packaging

    without being labeled or

    marked with the proper

    shipping name.

    SP14427........................ Non-Bulk Packaging Authorizes transportation 1 3

    Specifications/IBCs. in commerce of certain

    non-DOT specification,

    non-refillable plastic

    aerosol containers filled

    with a Division 2.2

    propellant gas and a non-

    hazardous material.

    SP14441........................ Non-Bulk Packaging Authorizes the one-way 1 2

    Specifications/IBCs. transportation in

    commerce of Division 1.4G

    fireworks in non-DOT

    specification fiberboard

    non-bulk outer packagings

    when transported by

    private motor carrier.

    SP14475........................ Non-Bulk Packaging Authorizes transportation 1 2

    Specifications/IBCs. in commerce of certain

    packagings containing a

    consumer commodity, ORM-

    D, with closures that are

    not oriented in the

    upward direction.

    SP14485........................ Non-Bulk Packaging Authorizes manufacture, 1 2

    Specifications/IBCs. marking, sale and use of

    non-DOT specification

    cylinders described as

    radiation detector

    chambers for

    transportation in

    commerce of certain

    Division 2.1 and 2.2

    gases.

    SP14488........................ Non-Bulk Packaging Authorizes one-way 1 3

    Specifications/IBCs. transportation in

    commerce of an influenza

    vaccine in a custom

    stainless steel batch

    reactor at a constant

    pressure of 1-5 psig by

    use of a cylinder feeding

    air into the reactor.

    SP14493........................ Non-Bulk Packaging Authorizes transportation 4 2

    Specifications/IBCs. in commerce of non-DOT

    specification containers

    (heat pipes) containing

    anhydrous ammonia for use

    in specialty cooling

    applications such as

    satellites and military

    aircraft.

    SP14506........................ Non-Bulk Packaging Authorizes transportation 1 2

    Specifications/IBCs. in commerce of a methanol

    mixture as a small

    quantity under the

    provisions of Sec.

    173.4 when the amount of

    hazardous material in

    each inner receptacle

    exceeds 30 ml.

    SP14513........................ Non-Bulk Packaging Authorizes transportation 1 2

    Specifications/IBCs. in commerce of lab packs

    of hazardous waste

    materials with different

    hazard classes in the

    same outer packaging.

    SP14523........................ Non-Bulk Packaging Authorizes transportation 1 2

    Specifications/IBCs. in commerce of certain

    infectious substances in

    special packagings

    (freezers).

    SP14524........................ Non-Bulk Packaging Authorizes transportation 1 2

    Specifications/IBCs. in commerce of a DOT

    specification 3AL

    cylinder containing 90%

    oxygen and 10% nitrogen

    as consumer commodity

    when the capacity does

    not exceed 5.2 ounces

    transported by motor

    vehicle.

    SP14556........................ Non-Bulk Packaging Authorizes the 1 2

    Specifications/IBCs. transportation in

    commerce of certain PG

    III solid hazardous

    materials in non-DOT

    specification bulk

    flexible packaging.

    SP14603........................ Non-Bulk Packaging Authorizes manufacture, 1 3

    Specifications/IBCs. marking, sale and use of

    a non-refillable, non-DOT

    specification inside

    metal container

    conforming with all

    regulations applicable to

    a DOT specification 2Q,

    except as specified, for

    transportation in

    commerce of certain

    hazardous materials.

    SP14635........................ Non-Bulk Packaging Authorizes transportation 1 3

    Specifications/IBCs. in commerce of nitric

    acid, other than red

    fuming, with more than

    70% nitric acid in

    alternative packaging

    when transported by motor

    vehicle.

    SP14656........................ Non-Bulk Packaging Authorizes manufacture, 1 3

    Specifications/IBCs. marking, sale and use of

    non-DOT specification

    combination packaging for

    transportation in

    commerce of certain

    hazardous materials.

    SP14659........................ Non-Bulk Packaging Authorizes transportation 6 2

    Specifications/IBCs. in commerce of calcium

    carbide in water-tight,

    sift-proof, closed top,

    metal, non-DOT

    specification cargo

    tanks, portable tanks and

    bulk bins suitable for

    liquids.

    SP14677........................ Non-Bulk Packaging Authorizes transportation 2 2

    Specifications/IBCs. in commerce of celluloid

    sheet in a non-DOT

    specification regular

    slotted box, style RSC/

    0201 as described in ASTM

    International Standard

    D5119.

    SP14690........................ Non-Bulk Packaging Authorizes manufacture, 1 2

    Specifications/IBCs. marking, sale, and use of

    non-DOT specification

    high voltage accelerators

    for transportation in

    commerce of sulfur

    hexafluoride.

    SP14694........................ Non-Bulk Packaging Authorizes transportation 1 2

    Specifications/IBCs. in commerce of certain

    unapproved equipment

    contaminated with

    explosives in non-DOT

    specification packaging.

    SP14712........................ Non-Bulk Packaging Authorizes manufacture, 1 2

    Specifications/IBCs. marking, sale, and use

    UN11G fiberboard and

    UN13H4 woven plastic,

    coated and with liner

    flexible intermediate

    bulk containers (IBCs)

    for use as the outer

    packaging for certain

    Class 3 waste paints.

    Page 5410

    SP14741........................ Non-Bulk Packaging Authorizes manufacture, 1 2

    Specifications/IBCs. marking, sale and use of

    non-DOT specification

    high voltage accelerators

    for transportation in

    commerce of sulfur

    hexafluoride.

    SP14754........................ Non-Bulk Packaging Authorizes transportation 1 3

    Specifications/IBCs. in commerce of

    approximately 72,000 1-

    gallon polyethylene

    bottles that are

    transported under the

    provisions of SP 6614

    except they have not been

    marked with the name or

    symbol of the bottle

    producer.

    SP14777........................ Non-Bulk Packaging Authorizes one-way 1 2

    Specifications/IBCs. transportation in

    commerce of Class 9

    hazardous waste in

    alternative packaging for

    approximately 8 miles by

    motor vehicle.

    SP14838........................ Non-Bulk Packaging Authorizes the 1 2

    Specifications/IBCs. transportation of Class 1

    explosives in a specially

    designed outer packaging

    as Division 1.3C or 1.4C

    for materials and devices

    respectively without

    being first examined as

    required by Sec. 173.56

    for transportation by

    company owned motor

    vehicle or private

    carriage between plants.

    SP14843........................ Non-Bulk Packaging Authorizes transportation 1 2

    Specifications/IBCs. in commerce of a

    manufactured article

    (rotating electrical

    connector) containing

    gallium in alternative

    packaging, and without

    shipping papers unless

    transported by air.

    SP14849........................ Non-Bulk Packaging Authorizes manufacture, 1 3

    Specifications/IBCs. marking, sale and use of

    non-DOT specification

    fiberboard boxes for

    transportation in

    commerce of certain

    batteries without

    shipping papers, marking

    of the proper shipping

    name and identification

    number or labeling, when

    transported for recycling

    or disposal.

    SP14867........................ Non-Bulk Packaging Authorizes manufacture, 1 2

    Specifications/IBCs. marking, sale and use of

    non-DOT specification

    hoop-wrapped fiber

    reinforced welded steel

    lined tubes with water

    capacities of up to 2525

    gallons (9560L), enclosed

    and secured within an ISO

    freight container for

    transportation in

    commerce of certain

    Division 2.1 and 2.2

    gases.

    SP14871........................ Non-Bulk Packaging Authorizes transportation 1 2

    Specifications/IBCs. in commerce of lighters

    containing flammable gas

    in non-UN Standard

    specification packagings

    that are capable of

    meeting UN performance

    standards at the PG II

    performance level and are

    overpacked.

    SP14912........................ Non-Bulk Packaging Authorizes manufacture, 1 3

    Specifications/IBCs. marking, sale and use of

    non-DOT specification

    containers conforming to

    all regulations

    applicable to a DOT

    specification 2Q

    container, except as

    specified, for

    transportation in

    commerce of certain

    hazardous materials.

    SP14935........................ Non-Bulk Packaging Authorizes one-time, one- 1 3

    Specifications/IBCs. way transportation in

    commerce of 250 gallon

    and 500 gallon capacity

    DOT specification 57

    portable tanks or UN31A

    intermediate bulk

    containers with visible

    indications of damage or

    wears containing the

    residue of a Class 3

    hazardous material for

    cleaning.

    SP14940........................ Non-Bulk Packaging Authorizes manufacture, 1 3

    Specifications/IBCs. marking, sale and use of

    non-DOT specification

    cans conforming with all

    regulations applicable to

    a DOT specification 2P or

    2Q inner metal receptacle

    except for wall

    thickness, for

    transportation in

    commerce of certain

    Division 2.1 and 2.2

    aerosols.

    SP14947........................ Non-Bulk Packaging Authorizes transportation 2 2

    Specifications/IBCs. in commerce of used dry

    batteries with voltages

    not exceeding 9 volts

    mixed with restricted

    amounts of lithium

    batteries and wet, non-

    spillable batteries for

    recycling without the

    effective insulation of

    exposed terminals when

    packaged in plastic drums

    in dedicated county

    vehicles.

    SP14973........................ Non-Bulk Packaging Authorizes transportation 1 3

    Specifications/IBCs. in commerce of anhydrous

    ammonia in non-DOT

    specification packaging

    (heat pipes). The heat

    pipes are fabricated from

    aluminum alloy welded

    tubing and do not include

    valves or pressure relief.

    SP14978........................ Non-Bulk Packaging Authorizes transportation 1 2

    Specifications/IBCs. in commerce of pyrophoric

    liquids in inner metal

    containers (bubblers)

    with openings greater

    than 25mm (1 inch) which

    are engineered to

    specific electronics

    applications that require

    a larger opening.

    SP14992........................ Non-Bulk Packaging Authorizes transportation 1 3

    Specifications/IBCs. in commerce of Division

    6.2 infectious substances

    and biological substance

    in alternative packagings

    (freezers) in a

    dedicated, specially

    designed transport

    vehicle.

    SP14994........................ Non-Bulk Packaging Authorizes use of certain 1 2

    Specifications/IBCs. 1-gallon plastic drums

    that are reused without

    meeting the minimum

    thickness requirement on

    corners and undercut

    areas for transportation

    in commerce of certain

    hazardous materials.

    SP15038........................ Non-Bulk Packaging Authorizes transportation 1 3

    Specifications/IBCs. in commerce of hydrazine,

    anhydrous in unauthorized

    DOT specification

    packaging by motor

    vehicle.

    Page 5411

    SP15088........................ Non-Bulk Packaging Authorizes manufacture, 1 3

    Specifications/IBCs. marking, sale and use of

    a DOT specification 4G

    combination packaging for

    transportation in

    commerce of certain

    materials toxic by

    inhalation, Hazard Zone A

    and B, by motor vehicle.

    SP15136........................ Non-Bulk Packaging Authorizes manufacture, 1 2

    Specifications/IBCs. marking, sale and use of

    non-DOT specification

    fully-wrapped carbon

    fiber composite cylinder

    with a seamless aluminum

    liner that meets all

    requirements of ISO 11119

    Part 2, except as

    specified, for

    transportation in

    commerce of certain

    Division 2.1 and 2.2

    gases.

    SP15141........................ Non-Bulk Packaging Authorizes manufacture, 1 3

    Specifications/IBCs. marking, sale and use of

    non-refillable, non-DOT

    specification cylinder

    containing boron

    trifluoride, for

    transportation in

    commerce. The cylinders

    are described as electron

    tubes that are part of

    radiation detectors.

    SP15146........................ Non-Bulk Packaging Authorizes transportation 9 3

    Specifications/IBCs. in commerce of certain

    refrigerant gases in non-

    DOT specification, non-

    refillable, inside metal

    containers conforming in

    part with DOT

    specification 2Q.

    SP15156........................ Non-Bulk Packaging Authorizes manufacture, 1 3

    Specifications/IBCs. marking, sale and use of

    non-DOT specification

    packaging described as a

    radiation detection

    survey meter containing a

    plastic ionization

    chamber for

    transportation in

    commerce of certain

    Division 2.2 materials.

    SP15191........................ Non-Bulk Packaging Authorizes use of UN1H1 1 3

    Specifications/IBCs. drums as single package

    for certain toxic by

    inhalation materials

    transported by a private

    motor carrier.

    SP15235........................ Non-Bulk Packaging Authorizes manufacture, 1 2

    Specifications/IBCs. mark, sale and use of UN

    11G fiberboard

    intermediate bulk

    containers (IBCs) for use

    as the outer packaging

    for certain Class 3 waste

    paints and waste paint

    related material.

    SP15260........................ Non-Bulk Packaging Authorizes manufacture, 1 3

    Specifications/IBCs. marking, sale and use, in

    underwater applications,

    of non-DOT specification

    composite cylinders,

    conforming to all

    requirements of the DOT-

    CFFC (fully wrapped

    carbon-fiber reinforced

    aluminum liner) cylinder,

    for transportation in

    commerce of certain

    hazardous materials.

    SP15283........................ Non-Bulk Packaging Authorizes transportation 1 2

    Specifications/IBCs. in commerce of Class 3,

    PG II polyester resin in

    UN31A intermediate bulk

    containers and Division

    5.2, organic peroxide,

    type D, catalyst in a

    UN3H1/Y jerrican or drum.

    The packagings are used

    as part of a concrete

    mixing/application system.

    SP15335........................ Non-Bulk Packaging Authorizes the 1 3

    Specifications/IBCs. manufacture, mark, sale

    and use of a non-DOT

    specification box

    conforming with all

    regulations applicable to

    a DOT specification UN 4G

    fiberboard box, for the

    transportation in

    commerce of nitric acid

    other than red fuming,

    with at least 65%, but no

    more than 70% nitric acid.

    SP15441........................ Non-Bulk Packaging Authorizes bulk 1 2

    Specifications/IBCs. transportation in

    commerce of certain

    desensitized explosives

    classed as Class 3, by

    motor vehicle.

    SP15519........................ Non-Bulk Packaging Authorizes relief from the 1 3

    Specifications/IBCs. requirement to replace

    the rigid plastic inner

    receptacle in

    intermediate bulk

    containers (IBCs) used to

    transport UN2031 with

    more than 55% nitric acid

    every 2 years.

    SP15540........................ Non-Bulk Packaging Authorizes transportation 1 3

    Specifications/IBCs. in commerce of certain

    non-DOT specification

    bulk packages containing

    Class 3 material by cargo

    aircraft where no other

    means of transportation

    is practicable.

    SP15568........................ Non-Bulk Packaging Authorizes one-way 1 2

    Specifications/IBCs. transportation in

    commerce of certain

    desensitized explosive

    solids (UN3380) in sift-

    proof closed bulk bins

    for a distance of not

    more than fifteen miles.

    SP15615........................ Non-Bulk Packaging Authorizes transportation 3 2

    Specifications/IBCs. in commerce of UN0336

    fireworks in UN4G

    packaging with a capacity

    greater than 450 liters.

    SP15617........................ Non-Bulk Packaging Authorizes one-way, one- 1 2

    Specifications/IBCs. time transportation in

    commerce of alternate

    packaging for waste

    phosgene in glass

    breakseal bulbs. The

    segregation requirements

    are waive for the

    transportation of this

    Division 2.3 material to

    a disposal facility.

    SP15623........................ Non-Bulk Packaging Authorizes manufacture, 1 3

    Specifications/IBCs. marking, sale and use of

    multiple non-DOT

    specification containers,

    manifolded together

    within a frame and

    securely mounted on a

    truck chassis, for

    transportation in

    commerce of certain

    hazardous materials.

    ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

  28. Request for Comments

    PHMSA welcomes comments concerning the proposed amendments in this rulemaking. Specifically, PHMSA is interested in comments from SP holders (both those deemed suitable and those deemed not suitable for adoption) reviewed for this rulemaking. Due to the large scope of this rulemaking, PHMSA asks that when submitting comments to the Docket for this rulemaking, commenters include the SP Number and Topic area in the comment title and document name (e.g. SP12345/Cylinder--General).

    For holders of SPs deemed suitable for adoption, PHMSA requests comment

    Page 5412

    on our determination. PHMSA is particularly interested in comments that confirm or refute the suitability, safety, and general applicability of the SPs. PHMSA is also soliciting comments on the regulatory text proposed in this rulemaking. Specifically, PHMSA is interested in comments that address whether the proposed regulatory text accurately encompasses the requirements of the SP.

    For holders of SPs deemed not suitable for adoption, PHMSA requests comment on our determination. PHMSA is particularly interested in comments that confirm or refute the suitability, safety, and general applicability of the SPs. Please note that if you are a holder of a SP that was not proposed to be adopted but believe it should be, PHMSA asks that you submit material to support such an argument. Specifically, PHMSA requests:

    Information and arguments that support the proposed adoption including technical and scientific data;

    The impact of the proposed adoption including cost and benefits;

    The frequency of shipments made under the SP;

    The frequency of hazardous materials incidents (such as those described in 171.15 and 171.16) occurring during shipments made under the SP; and

    Proposed regulatory text.

    PHMSA asks that when submitting comments to the docket for this rulemaking for SPs deemed not suitable, the SP Number, Topic area and the letters ``NS'' indicating ``Not suitable'' are reflected in the comment title and document name (e.g. SP12345/Cylinder--Retest/NS).

    Finally, PHMSA requests comment as it considers a future proposed requirement for a SP applicant to provide potential regulatory text as part of each SP application. Specifically, PHMSA requests comment on the impact this practice would have, such as benefits or drawbacks.

    IV. Section-by-Section Review by Topic Area

  29. Cylinders--General

    Part 172

    172.102 Special Provisions

    Section 172.102 lists special provisions applicable to the transportation of specific hazardous materials. Special provisions contain packaging requirements, prohibitions, and exceptions applicable to particular quantities or forms of hazardous materials. Non-bulk packagings must be marked with the United Nations (UN) identification number and proper shipping name, and bear labels communicating the hazard of the material contained in the package. DOT-SP 13544 authorizes the transportation in commerce of Department of Transportation (DOT) Specification 4BA240 cylinders containing liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) and propane and/or residue of LPG or propane without hazard warnings provided the materials are transported in a closed and placarded transport vehicle. This SP supports the propane cylinder exchange programs that accept expended cylinders in exchange for full cylinders. Cylinders collected during the course of these programs may not always bear the appropriate hazard warning markings and labels as required by the HMR. DOT-SP 13544 imposes certain operational controls to ensure appropriate hazard communication, driver training, and appropriate securement of the cylinder on the transport vehicle. PHMSA proposes to add a special provision, ``N95'' to allow non-bulk packagings containing UN1075, Liquefied petroleum gas and UN1978, Propane not to be marked with the UN number and proper shipping name or bear hazard labels provided certain restrictions are met.

    Section 172.400a

    The HMR provide exceptions or alternatives to the labeling requirements under specific circumstances. One such alternative permits the use of a neckring marking, under certain conditions, in accordance with the CGA publication C-7, Guide to Preparation of Precautionary Labeling and Marking of Compressed Gas Containers, Appendix A, 8th Edition (2004). Section 172.400a permits the use a CGA Pamphlet C-7 marking in lieu of the 100 mm x 100 mm square-on-point labels on a Dewar flask meeting the requirements in Sec. 173.320 and cylinders containing Division 2.1, 2.2, and 2.3 materials that are not overpacked.

    DOT-SP 14251 authorizes the transportation in commerce of overpacked cylinders, containing Class 2 materials, with CGA C-7 neckring labels provided the overpack is labeled in accordance with Sec. 172.400. Additionally, the CGA petitioned PHMSA (P-1521) to allow cylinders to display the neckring marking even when overpacked. The petition would still require the overpack to display the 100 mm x 100 mm square-on-point labels in accordance with 49 CFR part 172, subpart E. The marking prescribed in Appendix A to CGA publication C-7, Guide to Preparation of Precautionary Labeling and Marking of Compressed Gas Containers, Appendix A, 8th Edition (2004) provides useful information in a clear and consistent manner and its widespread use on cylinders over the course of several years has enhanced its recognition. The adoption of DOT-SP 14251 and CGA's proposed change would provide greater flexibility for shipments of overpacked cylinders while ensuring adequate hazard communication. Therefore, PHMSA is proposing to revise this section to authorize the transportation in commerce of overpacked cylinders, containing Class 2 materials, with CGA C-7 neckring labels and to allow these cylinders to display the neckring marking even when overpacked provided the overpacks are properly labeled.

    Part 173

    Section 173.181

    Section 173.181 specifies the authorized packagings for the shipment of pyrophoric materials (liquids) in transportation. DOT-SP 14419 authorizes the additional use of DOT specification 3AL cylinders constructed from aluminum alloy 6061-T6 for the shipment of pyrophoric liquids provided the cylinders are constructed of 6061-T6 aluminum, have a minimum marked service pressure of 1800 psig, have a maximum water capacity of 49 liters, and any preheating or heating of the cylinders is limited to a maximum temperature of 175emsp14degF. PHMSA proposes to revise this section to allow for the use of DOT specification 3AL cylinders constructed from aluminum alloy 6061-T6, with the same specified limitations for the shipment of pyrophoric materials.

    Section 173.193

    Section 173.193(b) states that ``Bromoacetone, methyl bromide, chloropicrin and methyl bromide mixtures, chloropicrin and methyl chloride mixtures, and chloropicrin mixtures charged with non-

    flammable, non-liquefied compressed gas must be packed in Specification 3A, 3AA, 3B, 3C, 3E, 4A, 4B, 4BA, 4BW, or 4C cylinders having not over 113 kg (250 pounds) water capacity (nominal).'' DOT-SP 12301 authorizes the transportation in commerce of Chloropicrin and methyl bromide mixtures in DOT4BW cylinders with water capacity (nominal) not over 454 kg (1,000 pounds). PHMSA proposes to revise Sec. 173.193(b) to allow for a water capacity of not over 454 kg (1,000 pounds) for chloropicrin and methyl

    Page 5413

    bromide mixtures packed in DOT specification 4BW cylinders.

    Section 173.301

    This section outlines the general requirements for the use of cylinders including a list of authorized cylinders, general filling requirements, valve protection, and pressure relief device requirements. In this NPRM, PHMSA proposes revisions that would amend the pressure relief device requirements and permit the use of valve caps made from a material other than metal.

    PHMSA proposes to authorize the transportation in commerce of DOT specification 39 cylinders without a pressure relief device valve being in communication with the vapor space. With limited exceptions, Sec. 173.301(f) requires a cylinder filled with a compressed gas to be fitted with a pressure relief device. Section 173.301(f)(2) states that ``a pressure relief device, when installed, must be in communication with the vapor space of a cylinder containing a Division 2.1 (flammable gas) material.'' DOT-SP 13318 authorizes the transportation in commerce of DOT specification 39 cylinders of 75 cubic inches or less volume, without the PRD in direct communication with the vapor space. PHMSA proposes to amend paragraph (f)(2) to state that this provision does not apply to cylinders of 75 cubic inches or less in volume filled with a liquefied petroleum gas, methyl acetylene and propadiene mixtures, stabilized, propylene, propane or butane. This SP was originally issued in 2003 subsequent to the publication of HM-220D 67 FR 51625; August 8, 2002 which instituted the requirement that the PRD be in communication with the vapor space, and continues to allow a shipping practice that prior to 2003 has been successfully used with an acceptable safety record.

    PHMSA proposes to create an additional exception to pressure relief device requirements for DOT-3E cylinders under certain limited circumstances. DOT-SP 8074 provides an exception from the pressure relief device requirements for a DOT specification 3E cylinder up to 12 inches long and 2 inches in diameter when filled with the following gases up to the specified limits: Carbon dioxide, liquefied 0.24L (8 oz.), Ethane 0.12L (4oz.), Ethylene (4 oz.), Hydrogen chloride, anhydrous 0.24L (8 oz.), Nitrous oxide 0.24L (8 oz.), Vinyl fluoride, stabilized 0.24L (8 oz.) and Monochlorotrifluoromethane 0.35L (12 oz.). PHMSA proposes to add a new paragraph Sec. 173.301(f)(7) to authorize DOT 3E cylinders of this size and containing these gasses to be shipped without a pressure relief device provided they are under the provided maximum weight limits.

    Finally, PHMSA also proposes to authorize the use of valve protection caps that are made from a material other than metal. Compressed gas cylinders must meet certain valve protection requirements outlined in Sec. Sec. 173.40(d) and 173.301(h). Each cylinder with a valve must have a protective metal cap, other valve protection device, or an overpack which is sufficient to protect the valve from damage during transportation. For Division 2.3 or 6.1 Hazard Zone A or B materials, the valve protection must be of sufficient strength to protect the valve from breakage and leakage resulting from a drop of 2.0 m (7 ft) or more onto a non-yielding surface at the orientation most likely to cause damage. DOT-SP 12782 authorizes plastic valve protection caps for certain Division 2.1, 2.2, and 2.3 materials when the valve protection is sufficient to prevent leakage when the cylinder, with the valve installed, is dropped from 2.0 m (7 ft) or more onto a non-yielding floor, impacting the valve assembly or cap at the orientation most likely to cause damage. In this NPRM, PHMSA proposes to amend Sec. Sec. 173.40(d) and 173.301(h) to allow for the valve protection, including the valve cap, to be made from plastic. PHMSA is not proposing any changes to Sec. 173.301b(c) because ISO 11117 permits valve caps made of materials other than metal.

    Section 173.302a

    Sections 173.302, 173.302a, 173.304 and 173.304a prescribe additional requirements for the transport of non-liquefied (permanent) and liquefied compressed gases in DOT specification cylinders. These requirements include authorized cylinders and filling limits. Section 173.302a(b) states that a DOT 3A, 3AX, 3AA, 3AAX, and 3T cylinder may be filled with a compressed gas, other than a liquefied, dissolved, Division 2.1, or Division 2.3 gas, to a pressure 10% in excess of its marked service pressure, subject to certain safety criteria. DOT-SP 6530 authorizes the transport in commerce of hydrogen and mixtures of hydrogen with helium, argon, or nitrogen, in certain cylinders filled to 110% of their marked service pressure. PHMSA proposes to add a new paragraph (c) to include this exception and to remark the other paragraphs in this section to reflect this addition. This SP was originally issued over 40 years ago.

    Section 173.304a

    In Sec. 173.304a(a)(2), a table provides the maximum filling densities and permissible cylinder types for certain named gases. Currently, Sec. 173.304a(a)(2) permits a maximum filling density of 68% for carbon dioxide and nitrous oxide in DOT 3, DOT 3HT2000 and DOT 39 cylinders as well as DOT 3A, 3AX, 3AA, 3AAX, 3E, 3T, and 3AL cylinders with a marked service pressure of 1800 psi. PHMSA proposes to modify the entries currently in the table in Sec. 173.304a(a)(2) to add additional filling densities for carbon dioxide and nitrous oxide.

    DOT-SP 13599 authorizes additional maximum filling densities for carbon dioxide and nitrous oxide to include 70.3%, 73.2%, and 74.5% in DOT 3A, 3AA, 3AX, 3AAX, 3AL, and 3T cylinders with marked service pressures of 2000, 2265, and 2400, psig respectively, subject to operational controls. Air Products and Chemicals Inc. (Air Products) submitted a petition for rulemaking (P-1560) requesting PHMSA revise Sec. 173.304a(a)(2) to adopt the provisions of DOT-SP 13599. Air Products stated in its petition that the proposed increase in the maximum permitted filling densities would yield various benefits including increased harmonization of compressed gas filling requirements with the UN Model Regulations, benefits to the carbonated beverage industry, decreased fuel costs associated with the transportation and delivery of carbon dioxide and nitrous oxide, and reduced administrative costs through the elimination of DOT-SP 13599. PHMSA has a high degree of confidence that the increased filling densities for these gases will not adversely impact safety. While determining if DOT-SP 13599 was suitable for inclusion in this rulemaking, PHMSA's technical evaluators confirmed that if the table in Sec. 173.304a is revised to clearly link the maximum permitted filling density with the specific gas and the specific packaging, then the operational controls of DOT-SP 13599 would be met. Therefore, PHMSA proposes to modify the entries currently in the table in Sec. 173.304a(a)(2) for carbon dioxide and nitrous oxide to include the maximum filling densities listed in P-1560 and DOT-SP 13599.

    Part 180, Subpart C

    Qualification, Maintenance and Use of Cylinders

    The HMR prescribe requirements for the continuing qualification, maintenance, and periodic requalification of DOT specification

    Page 5414

    cylinders, DOT SP cylinders, and UN pressure receptacles. These requirements ensure that cylinders continue to conform to the appropriate specification and compromised cylinders are not filled with hazardous materials. The discussion of the proposed amendments includes a section-by-section review of the current requirements, and a discussion of SPs considered for adoption and proposed amendments.

    Part 180

    Section 180.209

    Each DOT specification cylinder must be given a complete external and internal visual inspection and subjected to a hydrostatic pressure test. This combination of a visual examination and hydrostatic test is referred to as requalification. The time period for periodic requalification is typically 5 years, but this period varies depending on the cylinder specification and the gas service. The requalification period for various DOT specification cylinders is shown in the Sec. 180.209 table.

    Paragraph (e) authorizes a proof pressure test in lieu of the volumetric expansion test for 4B, 4BA, 4BW, or 4E cylinders protected with a corrosion resistant coating used exclusively for the gases specified in that paragraph. DOT-SP 12084 expands on the list in paragraph (e) to include additional gases. These gases are refrigerated gases and liquefied gases similar to those already permitted by Sec. 180.209(e). This SP was originally granted in 1998 and has been revised several times to expand the list of gases authorized by the SP. Since 1998, thousands of cylinders have been requalified in the manner described by this SP without safety incident. In this NPRM, PHMSA proposes to adopt the provisions in DOT-SP 12084 by removing the list of authorized gases and authorizing the use of the proof pressure test for DOT-4B, 4BA, 4BW, or 4E cylinders protected externally by a suitable corrosion resistant coating and used exclusively for non-

    corrosive gases. The authorized specifications limit the total pressure in the cylinder to 500 psi or less. It should be noted that because this SP does not include a 4E cylinder, PHMSA specifically requests comments on the feasibility of its inclusion.

    Section 180.213

    Cylinders requalified in accordance with the HMR must bear requalification markings in accordance with Sec. 180.213. As provided in Sec. 180.213(c), ``The depth of requalification markings may not be greater than specified in the applicable specification. The markings must be made by stamping, engraving, scribing or other method that produces a legible, durable mark.'' DOT-SP 14937 allows the use of a label embedded in epoxy in lieu of other methods described in Sec. 180.213. PHMSA proposes to amend paragraph (c) to allow the use of a label embedded in epoxy in lieu of stamping provided the marking is legible and durable. This SP was originally issued in 2008 and has an acceptable safety record.

  30. Cylinders--NDT/Aerosols

    Part 173

    Section 173.304

    Section 173.304 specifies the requirements for the filling of cylinders with liquefied compressed gases. Paragraph (d) of this section provides for authorized packagings for the filling of cylinders with refrigerant and dispersant gases. The current regulations authorize these materials in a 2Q non-refillable container. DOT-SP 12573 authorizes a refrigerant gas (``R 134a,'' UN3159) in a non-DOT specification container similar to a 2Q container at a maximum allowable pressure requirement for the contents of 198 psig at 54.4 degC (130emsp14degF).

    Based on our review of the permit and no discovery of compliance violations or incidents associated with the transport history of the permit, we are proposing to adopt the container found in DOT-SP 12573 as an authorized container. However, we are differing marginally from the permit in that we are adopting a maximum pressure threshold of 200 psig at 55 degC (131emsp14degF) for the contents. There is no safety basis for the 200 psig ceiling other than we believe it is a cleaner cutoff point than the 198 psig maximum found in the SP. In addition, as part of the variation on the design of a DOT 2Q container, the modified container will be marked as ``DOT 2Q1.''

    Finally, the current regulations require that the pressure of the contents of the metal containers not exceed 87 psig at 21 degC (70emsp14degF). We invite comment on whether the requirement for a maximum pressure should be specified at 21 degC (70emsp14degF) for the 2Q1 container in addition to the limit at 55 degC (131emsp14degF). If so, we invite comment on what should the limit be for typical refrigerant or dispersant gas such as 1,1,1,2 Tetrafluoroethane, R134a. See the associated discussions for Sec. Sec. 173.306 and 178.33d.

    Section 173.306

    Section 173.306 provides general requirements and exceptions for shipments of limited quantities of compressed gas. In this NPRM, we are making several proposed changes to this section. The proposed changes are discussed as follows:

    Conforming revisions. Throughout this section of the HMR and within related SPs that provide exemptions from these regulations for gases, pressure standards are indicated at either 130emsp14degF or 131emsp14degF. In the interest of consistency and conformity with the general requirements for compressed gases in Sec. Sec. 173.301 and 173.301a, we are proposing to change all references of 54.4 degC (130emsp14degF) to 55 degC (131emsp14degF). We invite comment on whether there are any potential negatives in making this conforming change. We are also making revisions to the construction and formatting of how this section is presented (e.g., insertion of an ``if, then'' table) in an effort to make the requirements more reader-friendly.

    Authorized Metal Containers

    DOT 2P inner nonrefillable metal containers. Under Sec. 173.306, limited quantities of foodstuffs or soaps with soluble or emulsified compressed gas are authorized in nonrefillable metal or plastic containers. Paragraph (b)(1) introductory text authorizes these containers subject to a pressure requirement not to exceed 140 psig at 54.4 degC (130emsp14degF). SPs 13601 and 14503 authorize the transportation of ``UN1950, Aerosols, non-flammable (each not exceeding 1 L capacity), 2.2,'' and 7951 authorizes the transportation of ``UN1956, Compressed gas, n.o.s., 2.2,'' in containers that conform to DOT 2P or 2Q specifications except for some minimal modifications. The containers must have maximum pressures for the contents of 160 psig at 54.4 degC (130emsp14degF) and 150 psig at 23.9 degC (75emsp14degF), respectively. DOT-SP 7951 states that the containers must be transported in the refrigerated state. PHMSA is seeking comments on whether refrigeration should be a condition of the transport of these materials. As part of the variation on the specification of these containers, the modified container will be marked as ``DOT 2P1'' under the provisions of new Sec. 178.33c discussed separately in this rulemaking.

    We are also proposing to include DOT 2P1 as an authorized metal aerosol container under Sec. 173.306(a)(3)(iii). We see no reason to limit this container to foodstuffs or soaps under paragraph (b)(1) because the pressure limit for the contents is the same as the current requirement for a DOT 2P container, and the safety factor of the minimum burst pressure under the SP is greater than that for a DOT 2P container (270

    Page 5415

    psig vs. 240 psig). We are not proposing to adopt the burst pressure requirement because the SP requirements are such that the pressure relief system of these containers must function at a pressure below the burst pressure. Also, the DOT 2P1 would be authorized for both Division 2.1 and 2.2 aerosols under Sec. 173.306(a)(3)(iii).

    DOT 2Q inner nonrefillable metal containers. Limited quantities of compressed gas are authorized in metal aerosol containers (see Sec. 171.8 of the HMR). Paragraph (a)(3) introductory text of this section authorizes metal aerosol containers under certain conditions including packaging types and pressure thresholds. The current regulations under Sec. 173.306(a)(3)(iii) require use of a DOT 2Q container for pressures exceeding 160 psig at 54.4 degC (130emsp14degF) but not to exceed 180 psig. DOT-SP 12573 authorizes the transport of ``Aerosols, non-flammable,'' UN1950 in non-DOT specification containers that conform to DOT 2Q specifications except for some modifications. The containers must have maximum pressures for the contents of 198 psig at 54.4 degC (130emsp14degF).

    Based on review of the permit and no discovery of compliance violations or incidents associated with the transport history of the permit, we are proposing to adopt the modified DOT 2Q as an authorized metal aerosol container. However, we are differing marginally from the permit in that we are adopting a maximum pressure threshold of 200 psig at 55 degC (131emsp14degF). There is no safety basis for the 200 psig ceiling other than we believe it is a cleaner cutoff point than the 198 psig maximum found in the permit. As part of the variation of the specification of a DOT 2Q container, the modified container will be marked as ``DOT 2Q1.''

    This proposed rule would also expand authorized materials to include Division 2.1 aerosols. We see no reason to limit the use of this container to non-flammable aerosols based on the record of use for this container and that DOT 2Q containers currently authorized in the HMR are allowed to be used for all defined aerosol types, however, we invite comment on the suitability of the container for all aerosol types. See the associated discussions for Sec. Sec. 173.304 and 178.33d.

    DOT-SP 13581 is linked to the above proposed provision in that it authorizes the use of metal aerosol containers manufactured, tested, and marked according to DOT-SP 12573. We believe with the adoption of the modified DOT 2Q container (i.e., a DOT 2Q1 container), this SP will no longer be needed.

    Alternatives to Testing of Metal Aerosol Containers by a Hot Water Bath Test

    As a condition of the use of a metal aerosol container, each container, after being filled, must be subjected to a hot water bath to raise the internal pressure to such a degree that leakage or permanent deformation, if any, can be determined (see Sec. 173.306(a)(3)(v)). The provision also provides for a testing protocol for a container where the contents may be sensitive to heat. Currently, this is the only method authorized for determining leakage or permanent deformation and thus, fillers that have developed other protocols or that do not want to subject their products to a hot water bath test must obtain a SP. A number of SPs that authorize the use of alternative methods to determine leakage or permanent deformation are discussed as follows:

    (1) Alternate hot water bath test. DOT-SP 12995 authorizes a methodology that is a combination of a hot water bath test, a weight test, and visual inspection. Rather than subjecting each filled container to a hot water bath test, only one container out of each lot is subjected to the hot water bath test, a second is subjected to a weight test, the results of which must be compared to weight specification for the container as outlined in quality control procedures, and finally, the remainder of the lot must be visually inspected by examining the valve, crimp, and seam areas for evidence of leakage.

    Based on review of the permit and no discovery of compliance violations or incidents associated with the transport history of the permit, we are proposing to adopt DOT-SP 12995. The permit authorizes only DOT 2Q containers but we are applying it to all authorized metal aerosol containers. While determining if DOT-SP 12995 was suitable for inclusion in this rulemaking, PHMSA's technical evaluators confirmed that the methodology that includes a combination of hot water bath test, weight test, and visual inspection may be performed on a DOT 2P as well as a DOT 2Q. Since these containers are similar designs except in terms of strength, this alternative to the hot water bath test is applicable to any metal container. Previously, most applicants of DOT-

    SP 12995 only requested 2Q because that is what they needed for their particular hazmat, but that does not mean that alternative testing is not good for similar containers. Additionally, the permit applies to specific filling conditions but we will apply this testing method to containers complying with the current filling conditions in Sec. 173.306(a)(3). Finally, we vary from the permit with our proposed language in that we require maintenance and access to operating procedures especially with regard to the weight test and specification in order to effect a broader application of this alternative. Rather than specify standards, we will allow persons to develop their own procedures that best fit their product on the condition that DOT has access to these procedures. We invite comment on this approach and others. In our proposal, for purposes of this alternative, we designate a lot as 2,000 containers consistent with the SP. We invite comment on whether we should specify a lot size, allow persons to determine the lot size, and if so, how the testing procedures should be modified to accommodate larger lot sizes.

    (2) Automated in-line pressure test. DOT-SPs 14429, 14623, 14625, 14627, 14723, 14724, 14786, 14842, 14887, 14953, 15135, 15265, 15427, and 15972 all authorize the use of an automated process to check the pressure of filled containers (i.e., an ``automated in-line pressure check'') instead of subjecting the containers to a hot water bath. Based on review of the SPs and no discovery of compliance violations or incidents associated with the transport history of the permit, we are proposing to adopt the provisions of these SPs, specifically authorizing the use of an automated process for pressure checks that does not involve a hot water bath. The safety control measures for the ``automated in-line pressure check'' vary greatly among the SPs with regard to the criteria for rejection, limits on the filling of contents, inspection, and corrective action. We are seeking comments on whether the proposed +/-0.5% accuracy of the pressure measuring instrument is appropriate for widely-used automated equipment for aerosols. Rather than attempt to develop a standard that might not address all possible variations on an automated process, we have opted to propose a performance-based requirement that adopts parts of all of the SPs. Specifically, we propose to require the development of operating procedures (which we believe most entities should already have as part of their processes), we provide for basic components that the procedures must address (e.g., inclusion of rejection criteria), and we require written record of the operating procedures be made accessible to DOT representatives. We invite comment on the merits of this approach.

    (3) Weight test. DOT-SP 14440 authorizes the use of a process to check the weight of filled containers (i.e., an

    Page 5416

    ``automated in-line pressure check'') instead of subjecting the containers to a hot water bath. Based on review of the permit and no discovery of compliance violations or incidents associated with the transport history of the permit, we are proposing to adopt the scope of this SP, specifically authorizing the use of weight checks as a means to determine compliance with pressure requirements. Comparison of the weight of a container against the pre-determined target weight for the container provides an indication of the filling of the container. For example, a container with a weight greater than that of the target weight provides an indication of overfilling and thus, would likely exceed the authorized pressure limit at 55 degC (131emsp14degF). We have opted to propose a performance-based requirement that adopts parts of all of the SPs. Specifically, we propose to require the development of operating procedures (which we believe most entities should already have as part of their processes), we provide for basic components that the procedures must address (e.g., a supplementary heat test for rejection of a lot), and we require written record of the operating procedures accessible to DOT representatives. We invite comment on the merits of this approach.

    (4) Leakage test. DOT-SP 14544 authorizes the use of a high pressure air test on empty containers combined with a leakage test for filled containers instead of subjecting the containers to a hot water bath. The testing protocol for filled containers found in this SP is currently applied to plastic containers under paragraph (a)(5) of this section in the HMR, however, the pressure and leakage test of the empty containers differs in its application. Under DOT-SP 14544, each empty container must be pressure tested at 120 psig instead of the HMR requirement that each empty container must be subjected to a pressure equal to or in excess of the maximum expected in the filled containers at 55 degC (131emsp14degF), and that is at least two-thirds of the design pressure of the container. Under both tests, if there is evidence of leakage, the container must be rejected. Based on review of the permit, no discovery of compliance violations or incidents associated with the transport history of the permit, and a similar requirement currently under the HMR, we are proposing to adopt the scope of this SP, specifically authorizing the use of a leakage test as a means to determine compliance with pressure requirements. Our implementation will differ from the SP in that we are proposing to adopt the leakage testing requirements under Sec. 173.306(a)(5)(v), but including the DOT-SP 14544 testing protocol for empty containers as an alternative. We invite comment on our approach to adopt this SP.

    Accumulators. The HMR provides for special considerations for limited amounts of compressed gas in accumulators. DOT-SP 8786 authorizes the transport of accumulators under an alternative testing procedure from what is outlined in paragraph (f)(2) and (f)(3) of this section. Instead of testing each accumulator to three times (3x) the charge pressure, the SP provides for conditions to test one accumulator out of each lot of 1,000 to the burst design pressure, and two accumulators to two and a half times (2.5x) the charge pressure. Based on review of the permit, no discovery of compliance violations or incidents associated with the transport history of the permit, and the lengthy history of use of this SP, we are proposing to adopt DOT-SP 8786 except for the specific conditions for the preparation for testing of the accumulators.

    Aerosol disposal. The general packaging requirements of the HMR forbid the transport of leaking or improperly-filled packages. This includes aerosol containers that are found to be leaking or improperly filled as part of a combination packaging. Although the HMR provides for conditions to allow for the transport of damaged, defective, or leaking packages under salvage packaging provisions in Sec. 173.3(c) and (d) for salvage drums and salvage cylinders, respectively, these provisions do not apply to aerosol containers that are leaking or improperly filled. Thus, shippers (fillers) with defective aerosol containers (``waste aerosols'') are limited to onsite disposal of aerosol containers that do not comply with the HMR. DOT-SP 11296 provides for an option to transport these containers to an offsite facility for disposal under certain conditions (e.g., overpacking in DOT specification packagings, modal restrictions, etc.).

    Based on review of the permit, no discovery of compliance violations or incidents associated with the transport history of the permit, and that adoption would allow for the transport of these aerosols for proper disposal, we are proposing to adopt the general scope of DOT-SP 11296 but with some differences. The proposed language is not limited to flammable aerosols such as indicated in the language in DOT-SP 11296. Also, the proposed regulatory language is modeled after the salvage packaging requirements of Sec. 173.3(c) in that: (1) The authorized outer packaging for overpacking the defective cylinders has been expanded to include other metal drums (i.e., 1B2 and 1N2); (2) a condition for cushioning and absorbent material, when necessary, has been added; and (3) an ``aerosol salvage'' drum marking has been adopted. We invite comment on several aspects of these proposed provisions including authorized aerosols, (e.g., are there concerns with allowing aerosols other than flammable aerosols only in the drums?), authorized outer packaging, hazard communication, and authorized transport modes.

    Part 178

    Section 178.33c

    Under the HMR, certain DOT specification containers with restricted capacity and commonly referred to as ``aerosol containers'' are authorized for transport of compressed gases and for liquefied compressed gases under limited situations. These containers include DOT 2P (inner non-refillable metal) containers. The specification standards are outlined in Sec. 178.33 of the HMR, but the specification does not provide for variations on the standards. Thus, technological advances or design changes to satisfy customer needs are such that the resulting metal containers would not comply with the standards for a DOT 2P container, nor any other container authorized under either Sec. Sec. 173.304 or 173.306 of the HMR. DOT-SPs 13601 and 14503 (also 7951) provide for a variation on the DOT 2P container specifications by authorizing construction of the container according to modifications to the standards for manufacture and testing.

    These variations on a 2P container are equipped with some manner of pressure relief system (e.g., a rim-vent release device or a dome expansion device) that must function within a certain pressure range, otherwise the container is rejected. In effect, these containers are designed to buckle to relieve pressure before bursting. For example, for a container built to DOT-SP 13601, the pressure relief system must function between 175 psig and 210 psig or be rejected. However, we have no specific information in the special permit(s) on the relationship between the functional range and the tested burst pressure. The current requirements for a container for foodstuffs under Sec. 173.306(b)(1) is that the pressure of the contents cannot exceed 140 psig at 130emsp14degF and the container must be capable of withstanding a pressure of 1.5x the contents at 130emsp14degF without bursting. Thus, 140 psig of contents equates to a minimum burst pressure of 210 psig.

    Page 5417

    Additionally, the current minimum burst pressure for a DOT 2P container is 240 psig (Sec. 178.33-8). Using the DOT-SP 13601 requirements, the minimum burst pressure requirement is listed as 270 psig (assumed at 130emsp14degF) and the pressure of contents at 130emsp14degF may not exceed 160 psig thus, equating to approximately 1.7x the contents at 130emsp14degF without bursting (which is more stringent than for a 2P under the HMR). However, accounting for the pressure range for operation of the relief system at 175 psig to 210 psig, the multiplier based on the maximum pressure of the contents is approximately 1.1x to 1.3x the contents. That is, the relief system must function within 1.1x to 1.3x the pressure of the contents at 130emsp14degF.

    This is further complicated under DOT-SP 14503 (and 7951) where the standard for the pressure of the contents is set at 75emsp14degF for which we do not have an equivalent requirement under the HMR. Additionally, the ranges for functioning of the relief systems have a higher upper bound, 175 to 250 and 175 to 235, respectively. And, finally there is no minimum burst pressure specified in DOT-SP 14503 (and 7951); therefore, we must default to the DOT 2P minimum burst pressure of 240 psig. Again, the circumstances are unclear in that the upper bounds for the functional ranges approach or exceed the 2P minimum burst pressure yet we do not have information on the actual tested burst pressure which could be much larger. Therefore, based on the requirements of DOT-SP 13601, we propose to implement a requirement that for containers with pressure relief systems, the upper bound of the functional range for a pressure relief system must be no greater than 80% of the minimum burst pressure or the recorded test pressure. We invite comment on using this approach and whether it would be preferable to implement a requirement for the upper bound of the range based on the pressure of the contents?

    Overall, based on review of the permit and no discovery of safety issues or incidents associated with the transport history of the permit, we are proposing to incorporate the standards for the modified DOT 2P container found in DOT-SP 13601 (and likely 14503 (7951)) as a variation on the DOT 2P container design. This variation would be required to be marked as a ``DOT 2P1.'' Rather than repeat in total the DOT 2P specification standards that have remained the same for a DOT 2P1 container, we propose to instruct the reader that all standards for a DOT 2P1 remain the same as those for a DOT 2P except for the variations outlined in a proposed new Sec. 178.33c-2.

    Section 178.33d

    Under the HMR, certain DOT specification containers with restricted capacity and commonly referred to as ``aerosol containers'' are authorized for transport of compressed gases and for liquefied compressed gases under limited situations. These containers include DOT 2Q (inner nonrefillable metal) containers. The specification standards are outlined in Sec. 178.33a of the HMR but the specification does not provide for variations on the standards. Thus, technological advances or design changes to satisfy customer needs are such that the resulting metal containers would not comply with the standards for a DOT 2Q container, nor any other container authorized under either Sec. Sec. 173.304 or 173.306 of the HMR. DOT-SP 12573 provides for a variation on the DOT 2Q container specifications by authorizing construction of the container according to modifications to the standards for type and size, manufacture, wall thickness, and testing. DOT-SP 14503 also provides for a variation on the DOT 2Q container specification by authorizing construction of the container according to modifications to its manufacture and testing.

    These variations on a 2P container are equipped with some manner of pressure relief system (e.g., a rim-vent release device or a dome expansion device) that must function by a certain threshold level or within a certain pressure range, otherwise the container is rejected. In effect, these containers are designed to buckle to relieve pressure before bursting. For example, for a container built to DOT-SP 12573, the minimum pressure before the system buckles is 220 psig (and if not equipped with a pressure relief system, the container may not burst below 320 psig). The maximum pressure of the contents authorized under this SP is 198 psig at 130emsp14degF (we proposed at maximum level of 200 psig based on this SP in the Sec. 173.306 discussion for 2Q containers). The current requirements for a 2Q container under Sec. 173.306(a)(3)(ii) is that the pressure of the contents cannot exceed 180 psig at 130emsp14degF and the container must be capable of withstanding a pressure of 1.5x the contents at 130emsp14degF without bursting. Applying the same multiplier to 200 psig, the container must withstand 300 psig without bursting. The DOT-SP 12573 minimum burst pressure of 320 psig is more stringent; however, the calculated burst pressure of 300 psig based on the proposed maximum pressure of contents is also greater than the current required minimum burst pressure of 270 psig for a 2Q container. Thus, it provides a greater margin of safety than current required but also provides some opportunity for relief as a standard. We propose to adopt a 300 psig minimum burst pressure for this modified 2Q container. Also, we propose to require buckling of the system at 75% of tested burst pressure (with a minimum burst test pressure of 300 psig). We invite comment on these approaches for adoption of the provisions for the modified 2Q container under DOT-SP 12573. Based on review of the permit and no discovery of incidents associated with the transport history of the permit, we are proposing to adopt the standards for the modified DOT 2Q container found in DOT-SP 12573 as a variation on the DOT 2Q container design. This variation would be required to be marked as a ``DOT 2Q1.''

    The requirements under DOT-SP 14503 operate differently in that the standard for the pressure of the contents is set at 75emsp14degF to which we do not have an equivalent requirement under the HMR. Additionally, the SP provides for a range of pressure for functioning of the relief systems, specifically, 180 to 300 psig. And, finally there is no minimum burst pressure specified in DOT-SP 14503 so we must default to the DOT 2Q minimum burst pressure of 270 psig. The upper bound for the functional range exceeds the 2Q minimum burst pressure yet we do not have information on the actual tested burst pressure which could be much larger. Therefore, based on a similar proposal to implement provisions of DOT-SP 13601 for 2P containers (see the Sec. 178.33c discussion), the upper bound of the functional range for a pressure relief system must be no greater than 80% of the test pressure. We invite comment on using this approach and whether it would be preferable to implement a requirement for the upper bound of the range based on the pressure of the contents.

    Based on review of the permit and no discovery of incidents associated with the transport history of the permit, we are proposing to adopt the standards for the modified DOT 2Q container found in DOT-

    SP 14503 as a variation on the DOT 2Q container design. This variation would be required to be marked as a ``DOT 2Q2.'' Rather than repeat, in total, the DOT 2Q specification standards for each of these modified containers that have remained the same, we propose to implement the proposals in this section by instructing the reader that all standards for a DOT 2Q1 or a DOT 2Q2

    Page 5418

    remain as for a DOT 2Q except for the variations outlined in proposed new Sec. Sec. 178.33d-2 and 178.33d-3. We invite comment on this method of implementing these modified DOT 2Q specification containers.

  31. Cargo Tanks/Rail Cars/Portable Tanks

    Part 173

    Section 173.315

    Section 173.315 specifies the bulk packaging provisions for liquefied compressed gases in UN and DOT specification cargo tanks and portable tanks. DOT-SP 12576 authorizes non-DOT specification cargo tanks for the transportation of UN1080, Sulfur hexafluoride, that otherwise conform to the MC 331 specifications except for design pressure, capacity, and marking. The cargo tanks are designed and built in conformance with Section VIII, Division 1, of the ASME Code, and the design pressure may not exceed 600 psig. Additionally, the water capacity range for each tank ranges from a minimum of 15 gallons to a maximum of 500 gallons. Based on our review of the permit and no discovery of compliance violations or incidents associated with the transport history of the permit, we are proposing to revise the Sec. 173.315(a)(2) Table by referring to a new Note 28 in the entry for ``Division 2.2, materials not specifically provided for in this table'' as Sulfur hexafluoride is not listed by name in the table. New note 28 codifies such tanks specified in DOT-SP12576 for the transportation of Sulfur hexafluoride. PHMSA is soliciting comment on whether this amendment should include other compressed gases and whether the prescribed design pressure or capacity should be revised in a final rule.

    Section 173.319

    Section 173.319 prescribes the loading and packaging provisions for cryogenic liquids transported in tank cars. Currently, the HMR authorizes a maximum of 10 psig in a DOT 113C120W tank car containing UN1038, Ethylene, refrigerated liquid, when offered for transportation by rail. DOT-SP 12039 authorizes the transportation in commerce of DOT 113C120W tank cars containing Ethylene, refrigerated liquid, at an internal pressure of 20 psig instead of the maximum 10 psig. Based on our review of the permit and no discovery of compliance violations or incidents associated with the transport history of the permit, we are proposing to revise the paragraph (d)(2) Table by authorizing a maximum of 20 psig consistent with DOT-SP 12039.

  32. Operational Air/Vessel

    Part 172

    Sections 172.101 (Hazardous Materials Table) and 172.102 Special Provisions

    Section 172.101 provides instructions for using the Hazardous Materials Table (HMT) and the HMT itself. Column 7 of the HMT specifies codes for special provisions applicable to hazardous materials. Special provisions contain packaging requirements, prohibitions, and exceptions applicable to particular quantities or forms of hazardous materials. When Column 7 of the HMT refers to a special provision for a hazardous material, the meaning and requirements of that special provision are as set forth in Sec. 172.102 (Special provisions).

    In this NPRM, PHMSA is proposing to revise Column 7 for several entries to add the vessel-specific special provision ``W11.'' This special provision would allow, when offered for transportation by vessel, certain materials to be offered in the same transport unit with foodstuffs and cargo of an organic nature provided a distance of 3m (10 feet) is maintained between the hazardous materials and foodstuffs or cargo of an organic nature. The affected entries are as follows:

    Section 172.102 lists special provisions applicable to the transportation of specific hazardous materials.

    Benzaldehyde, UN1990

    Corrosive liquid, acidic, inorganic, n.o.s, UN3264, PG II and III

    Corrosive liquid, acidic, organic, n.o.s., UN3265, PG II and III

    Extracts, flavoring, liquid, UN1197, PG II and III

    Flammable liquids, corrosive, n.o.s., UN2924, PG III

    Phosphoric acid solution, UN1805

    Special Provision W11

    Currently, Sec. 176.800(a) of the HMR specifies that each package requiring a Class 8 (corrosive) label being transported by vessel must be stowed clear from living quarters and away from foodstuffs and cargo of an organic nature. In addition, Sec. 176.800(b) prohibits packages requiring a Class 8 (corrosive) label from being stowed over any readily combustible material. DOT-SP 11691 authorizes deviation from the segregation requirements for vessel stowage when shipped in the same transport unit of certain flammable, Class 9 (miscellaneous), and corrosive liquids that are the ingredients of soft drinks (beverages). DOT-SP 11691 also allows these packages of certain corrosive liquids to be stowed over packages of other specifically authorized flammable liquids. During the review of this SP, PHMSA noted that the transport conditions found in DOT-SP 11691 are different from the currently authorized segregation from foodstuffs requirements found in the International Maritime Dangerous Goods (IMDG) Code sections 7.3.4.2.1 and 7.3.4.2.2, in that a segregation distance of 3 m (10 ft) from foodstuffs is required by the IMDG Code.

    Based on our review, DOT-SP 11691 did not reveal safety incidents associated with its transport history. Therefore, we are proposing to adopt new special provision ``W11'' to adopt the operational control provisions of DOT-SP 11691 as well as the additional requirement that packages requiring Class 8 labels must be separated within the transport unit by a distance of 3 m (10 ft) from foodstuffs and cargo of an organic nature. The SP includes specific technical names that are authorized, but to be more consistent with the IMDG Code provisions, PHMSA is proposing to extend the exception to all packages offered for transport under any of the proper shipping names (and associated packing group) to which this special provision is assigned. The proposed special provision W11 would allow entries assigned this special provision, when offered for transportation by vessel, to be offered in the same transport unit with foodstuffs and cargo of an organic nature provided a distance of 3m (10 feet) is maintained between the hazardous materials and foodstuffs or cargo of an organic nature. Class 8 (corrosive) materials assigned this special provision would also be allowed to be stowed over packages of flammable liquids also assigned this special provision.

    Part 176

    Section 176.90

    Section 176.90 prescribes requirements for private automobiles carrying Class 1 hazardous materials on board ferry vessels. There are four SPs that provide relief for ferry transport of private automobiles carrying engines, gasoline, and propane. DOT-SP 7465, 11150, 13213, and 14458 all contain slightly different provisions to facilitate this process safely. Where differences exist between these permits, PHMSA has attempted to choose the least restrictive provision for adoption. PHMSA specifically requests comments on this approach.

    PHMSA is proposing to renumber the existing lone paragraph as paragraph (a), and to add a new paragraph (b) to adopt an exception for ``Engines, internal

    Page 5419

    combustion, flammable gas powered or flammable liquid powered, including when fitted in machinery or vehicles (i.e. motor vehicles, recreational vehicles, campers, trailers), vehicle flammable liquid or flammable gas powered, gasoline, and petroleum gases, liquefied or liquefied petroleum gas'' when included as part of a motor home, recreational vehicle, camper, or trailer when carried on board ferry vessels subject to certain operational controls.

    In this NPRM, PHMSA is proposing to revise this section to allow items normally offered as engines, vehicles, gasoline, or propane in private automobiles aboard ferry vessels to receive exceptions with certain restrictions. These restrictions include: (1) Cylinders must be visually inspected for defects, cracks, or leaks, and gasoline containers must show no signs of damage or leakage; (2) cylinders of liquefied petroleum gas must have the cylinders securely attached to recreational vehicles; (3) extra containers of gasoline (including camp stove or lantern fuel) and portable cylinders of liquefied petroleum gas (including cylinders for camping equipment) not securely attached to recreational vehicles must be stowed in the vessel's paint locker; (4) liquefied petroleum gas cylinders must be secured by closing the shut-off valves prior to the recreational vehicles being loaded on the vessel; (5) the owner or operator of each recreational vehicle must be directed to close all operating valves within the vehicles, (6) ``no smoking'' signs must be posted on the vehicle decks and, if used for storage of hazardous materials in close proximity to the vessel's paint locker; (7) a continuous patrol of the vehicle decks must be made by a crewmember, and any unusual or dangerous situation must be reported to the vessel's master; (8) passengers are allowed on the vehicle decks, but are subject to the control of the crew personnel conducting the continuous vehicle deck patrol; (9) vessel personnel responsible for performing any function in the proposed section must be trained in accordance with Subpart H of Part 172; and (10) shipments made under this section are subject to the Hazardous Materials Incident Reporting requirements.

  33. Operational Highway/Rail/Shipper/Other

    Part 171

    Section 171.8

    Section 171.8 defines terms generally used throughout the HMR that have broad or multi-modal applicability. PHMSA is proposing to add the following definition based on the proposed adoption of DOT-SP 11458:

    Display pack: This term means a package intended to be placed on the floor of retail stores which is designed to provide direct customer access to consumer commodities contained within the package when all or part of the outer fiberboard packaging is removed.

    DOT-SP 11458 authorizes the transportation in commerce of display packs of consumer commodity packages or limited quantity packages that exceed the 30 kg gross weight limit. The provisions of DOT-SP 11458 are being proposed for adoption into Sec. 173.156. However, the term ``display pack'' is not currently defined in the HMR. Therefore, in this NPRM we are proposing to adopt the definition for ``display pack'' under Sec. 171.8 based upon the definition found in DOT-SP 11458.

    Part 172

    Section 172.102

    Section 172.102 lists Special Provisions applicable to the transportation of specific hazardous materials. Special Provisions contain packaging requirements, prohibitions, and exceptions applicable to particular quantities or forms of hazardous materials. PHMSA is proposing the following revisions to the Sec. 172.102, Special Provisions:

    Special Provision 380

    PHMSA proposes to add Special Provision 380 to adopt SP 10705. This SP provides relief from the segregation requirements of Sec. 177.848(d) for the transport of UN1092, Acrolein, stabilized by private carrier in a motor vehicle. The SP prescribes the packaging that must be used and the materials with which acrolien, stabilized may be loaded. The SP further specifies that the motor carrier must maintain a satisfactory safety rating as prescribed in part 385 of CFR Title 49. Based on our review, the fact that transportation conducted under this SP has an acceptable safety record, and adopting it would provide flexibility in transportation while maintaining an equivalent level of safety, we are proposing to adopt its provisions in its entirety in this Special Provision. The provisions of DOT-SP 10705 are specific to UN1092, Acrolein, stabilized; therefore, this Special Provision is assigned exclusively to that HMT entry.

    Special Provision 381

    PHMSA proposes to add Special Provision 381 to adopt SP 7991. This SP provides relief from the HMR for the transportation of railroad flagging kits by highway. See Sec. 173.184 for a detailed discussion of the proposed adoption of DOT-SP 7991. This Special Provision is assigned to the following HMT entries: Fusee (rail or highway) (NA1325, Division 4.1, PG II; Articles, pyrotechnic (UN0431, Division 1.4G, PG II); Signal Devices, hand (UN0373, Division 1.4S, PG II); Signal Devices, hand (UN0191, Division 1.4G, PG II); and Signals, railway track, explosive (UN0193, Division 1.4S, PG II).

    Special Provision 382

    PHMSA proposes to add Special Provision 382 to adopt SP 8006. This SP provides relief from the labeling requirements of Sec. 172.400(a) for the transportation of toy plastic or paper caps for toy pistols by motor vehicle, railcar, cargo vessel, and cargo aircraft. See Sec. 172.400a(a)(8) for a detailed discussion of the proposed adoption of DOT-SP 8006. This Special Provision is assigned to the following HMT entries: Articles, explosive, n.o.s. (UN0349) and Toy caps (UN0337).

    Special Provision 383

    PHMSA proposes to add Special Provision 383 to adopt SP 11356. This SP authorizes material meeting the conditions for high viscosity flammable liquids specified in Sec. 173.121(b)(1)(i), (b)(1)(ii), and (b)(1)(iv), to be re-classed to Packing Group III for transportation by motor vehicle. The SP prescribes packaging, capacity limitations, and load securement requirements. Based on our review, the fact that transportation conducted under this SP has an acceptable safety record, and adopting it would provide flexibility in the transportation of these materials while maintaining an equivalent level of safety, we are proposing to adopt the provisions of the SP in its entirety in this Special Provision. This Special Provision is assigned to the following HMT entries: Coating solution (UN1139, PG II) and paint (UN1263, PG II).

    Special Provision 384

    PHMSA proposes to add Special Provision 384 to adopt SP 11666. This SP authorizes the transportation of green graphite electrodes and shapes that are large single component solid objects not subject to sifting, in open rail flat cars, open bed motor vehicles, and intermodal containers. The SP prescribes load securement requirements for the electrodes and shapes. Based on our review, the fact that transportation conducted under this SP has an acceptable safety record, and adopting it would provide flexibility in

    Page 5420

    the transportation of these articles and materials while maintaining an equivalent level of safety, we are proposing to adopt the provisions of the SP in its entirety in this Special Provision. This Special Provision is assigned to the following HMT entries: Other regulated substances, n.o.s. (NA3077, PG III) and Environmentally hazardous substances, solid, n.o.s. (UN3077, PG III)

    Special Provision 385

    PHMSA proposes to add Special Provision 385 to adopt SP 13343. This SP authorizes the use of cargo heaters when weather conditions are such that the freezing of certain wetted explosive material is likely. Shipments must be made by private, leased or contract carrier vehicles in exclusive use. Cargo heaters must be reverse refrigeration (heat pump) units. Shipments made in accordance with the SP are excepted from the anti-freeze requirements of Sec. 173.60(b)(4). Based on our review, the fact that transportation conducted under this SP has an acceptable safety record, and adopting it would provide flexibility to motor carriers engaged in the transportation of these explosive materials while maintaining an equivalent level of safety, we are proposing to adopt the provisions of the SP in its entirety in this Special Provision. The provisions of DOT-SP 13343 are specific to Trinitroresorcinol, wetted or Styphnic acid, wetted with not less than 20% water, or mixture of alcohol and water by mass (UN0394); therefore this Special Provision is assigned exclusively to that HMT entry.

    Special Provision B130

    PHMSA proposes to add Special Provision B130 to adopt SP 14525. This SP provides relief from the HMR except for the shipping paper requirements of Subpart C of Part 172, emergency response information as required by Sec. 172.602, and the marking requirements of Sec. 172.302,(a), (b), and (d) when transporting used diatomaceous earth filter material by highway. The SP prescribes packaging, quantity limitations, and the required method of storing the packages within the motor vehicle. Based on our review, the fact that transportation conducted under this SP has an acceptable safety record, and adopting it would provide flexibility to private motor carriers engaged in pest control operations while maintaining an equivalent level of safety, we are proposing to adopt the provisions of the SP in its entirety in this Special Provision. The provisions of SP 14525 are specific to self-

    heating solid, organic, n.o.s. (UN3088); therefore this Special Provision is assigned exclusively to that HMT entry.

    Section 172.202

    Section 172.202 establishes requirements for shipping descriptions on shipping papers. As part of these shipping paper requirements, in many situations a net or gross quantity of the hazardous materials must be included. SP 11811 provides relief from this requirement for local collections operations transporting hazardous materials and hazardous substances by highway that are ``household wastes'' as described in 40 CFR 261.4 and not subject to the Environmental Protection Agency's hazardous waste regulations in 40 CFR, Parts 262 and 263. Based on our review, the fact that transportation conducted under this SP has an acceptable safety record, and adopting it would provide flexibility to shippers while maintaining an equivalent level of safety, we are proposing to revise paragraph (c) of Sec. 172.202 to adopt the provisions of SP 11811 in its entirety.

    Section 172.315

    Section 172.315 establishes requirements for the marking of packages containing limited quantities of hazardous materials. For transportation by highway by private carrier SP 11197 provides relief from the requirement to display the limited quantity marking on packages containing materials assigned to Packing Groups II and III prepared in accordance with the limited quantity requirements in Part 173. The relief offered by SP 11197 does not include materials assigned to Classes 1, and 7, and Division 6.1 and 6.2 materials. The SP prescribes inner packaging and package quantity limitations; the maximum gross weight of packages that may be transported in one vehicle; and special package marking requirements. Based on our review, the fact that transportation conducted under this SP has an acceptable safety record, and adopting it would provide flexibility in transportation while maintaining an equivalent level of safety, we are proposing to add a new paragraph (a)(3) to Sec. 172.315 to adopt the provisions of SP 11197 in its entirety.

    Section 172.400a

    Section 172.400a provides exceptions from the Sec. 172.400 general labeling requirements for packages or containment devices containing hazardous materials and offered for transportation or transported in commerce. SP 8006 provides relief from the Sec. 172.400 general labeling requirements for toy plastic or paper caps for toy pistols described as ``UN0349, Articles, explosive, n.o.s. (Toy caps), 1.4S, PG II'' or ``NA0337, Toy caps, 1.4S, PG II'' when offered for transportation by motor vehicle, rail freight, cargo vessel, and cargo aircraft. The toy plastic or paper caps must have been examined in conformance with Sec. 173.56 and approved by the Associate Administrator for Hazardous Materials Safety. The SP specifies that the toy plastic or paper caps must be in the form of sheets, strips, rolls, or individual caps and further specifies the maximum average explosive composition of each cap. The SP also prescribes quantity limitations and packaging, segregation, and special marking requirements. Based on our review, the fact that transportation conducted under this SP has an acceptable safety record, and adopting it would provide flexibility in transportation while maintaining an equivalent level of safety, we are proposing to add a new paragraph (a)(8) to Sec. 172.400a to adopt the provisions of SP 8006 in its entirety.

    Part 173

    Section 173.12

    Section 173.12 provides certain exceptions and authorizations for the transportation of waste materials. SP 11470 authorizes transportation by motor vehicle and cargo vessel of shrink-wrapped pallets containing boxes of waste ORM-D or limited quantity materials when marked with the word ``WASTE'' on the outside of the pallet instead of each individual box. The SP prescribes packaging and marking requirements for the waste materials. In addition, under a petition for rulemaking under petition number P-1611, COSTHA also requested that PHMSA adopt this SP into the HMR. Based on our review, the fact that transportation conducted under this SP has an acceptable safety record, and adopting it would provide flexibility in transportation while maintaining an equivalent level of safety, we are proposing to add a new paragraph (h) to Sec. 173.12 to adopt the provisions of SP 11470 in its entirety.

    Section 173.29

    Section 173.29 prescribes certain requirements, exceptions, and authorizations for the transportation of empty packagings. SP 9610 provides relief from complete shipping papers and the placarding requirements of subpart F of part 172 for smokeless powder residue when transported by motor vehicle or railcar in ``Container-on-flat-car'' (COCF) or ``Trailer-on-flat-

    Page 5421

    car'' (TOCF) service. The smokeless powder must be approved in conformance with Sec. 173.56 as a Class 1 explosive substance. The SP prescribes packaging requirements, quantity limitations, operational controls, and a specific shipping description for the material. Based on our review, the fact that transportation conducted under this SP has an acceptable safety record, and adopting it would provide flexibility in transportation while maintaining an equivalent level of safety, we are proposing to revise paragraph (f) of Sec. 173.29 to adopt the provisions of SP 9610 in its entirety. We invite specific comment on the adoption of this SP pertaining to hazard communication.

    Section 173.63

    Section 173.63 provides certain packaging exceptions for the transportation of Class 1 (explosive) materials. SP 4850 authorizes Cord, detonating, or Fuse detonating, metal clad (UN0290, Div. 1.1D) to be renamed and reclassed as Cord, detonating, mild effect, or Fuse, detonating, mild effect, metal clad (UN0104, Div. 1.4D); and Charges, shaped, flexible, linear (UN0288, Div. 1.1D) to be renamed and reclassed ``Charges, shaped, flexible, linear (UN0237, Div. 1.4D) and transported by motor vehicle, railcar, cargo vessel, and cargo aircraft. The SP prescribes packaging requirements and quantity limitations. Based on our review, the fact that transportation conducted under this SP has an acceptable safety record, and adopting it would provide flexibility in transportation while maintaining an equivalent level of safety, we are proposing to revise paragraph (a) of Sec. 173.63 to adopt the provisions of SP 4850 in its entirety.

    Section 173.156

    Section 173.156 provides certain exceptions and authorizations for the transportation of limited quantities and other regulated materials (ORM). For transportation by railcar in trailer-on-flat-car (TOFC) or container-on-flat-car (COFC) service, or roadrailer and/or railrunner trailers or by motor vehicle, or cargo vessel SP 11458 authorizes display packs of consumer commodity packages that exceed 30 kg gross weight. See Sec. 171.8 for a discussion of the proposed addition of the definition of ``display pack.'' The SP prescribes packaging and marking requirements and quantity limitations. In addition, in a petition for rulemaking under petition number P-1607, COSTHA requested PHMSA adopt this SP into the HMR. Based on our review, the fact that transportation conducted under this SP has an acceptable safety record, and adopting it would provide flexibility in transportation while maintaining an equivalent level of safety, we are proposing to add a new paragraph (c) to Sec. 173.156 to adopt the provisions of SP 11458 in its entirety.

    The proposed adoption of SP 11470 relating to exceptions for waste limited quantity and ORM-D materials is discussed in Sec. 173.12. We are proposing to add a new paragraph (d) to Sec. 173.156 to direct the reader to the proposed new paragraph (h) of Sec. 173.12 which adopts the provisions of SP 11470.

    Section 173.159

    Section 173.159 prescribes packaging requirements for wet batteries. For transportation by motor vehicle, railcar, cargo vessel and passenger and cargo aircraft, SP 11078 excepts the transportation of nickel cadmium batteries containing potassium hydroxide, a Class 8 material from the other requirements of the HMR. The SP prescribes packaging requirements and quantity limitations. Based on our review, the fact that transportation conducted under this SP has an acceptable safety record, and adopting it would provide flexibility in transportation while maintaining an equivalent level of safety, we are proposing to add a new paragraph (j) to Sec. 173.159 to adopt the provisions of SP 11078 in its entirety.

    Section 173.168

    Section 173.168 prescribes specific approval, testing, protection, packaging, and equipment marking requirements for chemical oxygen generators. SP 11984 authorizes certain unapproved chemical oxygen generators with only one positive means of preventing unintentional actuation of the generator, and without the required approval number marked on the outside of the package, to be transported by motor vehicle, railcar, and cargo vessel. The SP prescribes packaging, testing and marking requirements. Based on our review, the fact that transportation conducted under this SP has an acceptable safety record, and adopting it would provide flexibility in transportation while maintaining an equivalent level of safety, we are proposing to add a new paragraph (g) to Sec. 173.168 to adopt the provisions of SP 11984 in its entirety.

    Section 173.184

    Section 173.184 prescribes specific packaging requirements for the transportation of highway or rail fusees. Flagging kits transported on railroad motor vehicles including privately owned motor vehicles under the direct control of on-duty railroad employees, in conformance with SP 7991, are excepted from the requirements of the HMR. Flagging kits can only contain fusees and railroad torpedoes described as; Fusee (rail or highway) (NA1325, Division 4.1, PG II); Articles, pyrotechnic (UN0431, Division 1.4G, PG II); Signal devices, hand (UN0373, Division 1.4S, PG II); Signal devices, hand (UN0191, Division 1.4G, PG II); and Signals, railway track, explosive (UN0193, Division 1.4S, PG II). The SP prescribes packaging requirements, quantity limitations and operational controls. Based on our review, the fact that transportation conducted under this SP has an acceptable safety record, and adopting it would provide flexibility in transportation while maintaining an equivalent level of safety, we are proposing to add a new paragraph (c) to Sec. 173.184 to adopt the provisions of SP 7991 in its entirety.

    Section 173.226

    Section 173.226 prescribes specific packaging requirements for the transportation of Materials poisonous by inhalation, Division 6.1, Packing Group I, Hazard Zone A. When transported as prescribed in SP 11055, liquid hazardous materials in Division 6.1 Packing Group I, Hazard Zone A are excepted from the segregation requirements of Sec. Sec. 174.81, 176.83, and 177.848(d). The SP prescribes packaging and testing requirements, quantity limitations, and cushioning and absorbent material requirements. Based on our review, the fact that transportation conducted under this SP has an acceptable safety record, and adopting it would provide flexibility in transportation while maintaining an equivalent level of safety, we are proposing to add a new paragraph (f) to Sec. 173.226 to adopt the provisions of SP 11055 in its entirety.

    Section 173.306

    Section 173.306 provides exceptions for limited quantities of compressed gas. SP 13199 permits reconditioned (used) refrigerating machines (UN2857, Div. 2.2) to be transported under the requirements prescribed in Sec. 173.306(e) and excepted from the marking requirements of Sec. 172.302(c) when transported by motor vehicle, and meeting certain structure and Class A refrigerant gas weight requirements. The SP also prescribes operational controls and testing requirements. Section 173.306(e) currently permits only new (unused) refrigerating machines to be excepted from specification packaging, placarding, and certain rail and highway

    Page 5422

    modal requirements. Based on our review, the fact that transportation conducted under this SP has an acceptable safety record, and adopting it would provide flexibility in transportation while maintaining an equivalent level of safety, we are proposing to a add new paragraph (e)(2) to Sec. 173.306 to adopt the provisions of SP 13199 in its entirety.

    Section 173.322

    Section 173.322 prescribes specific packaging requirements for the transportation of ethyl chloride. SP 14422 authorizes transportation by motor vehicle, railcar, or cargo vessel of four ounces or less of ethyl chloride, packaged in a DOT-2P or DOT-2Q container as a consumer commodity. The SP prescribes quantity limitations and packaging, testing and marking requirements. Based on our review, the fact that transportation conducted under this SP has an acceptable safety record, and adopting it would provide flexibility in transportation while maintaining an equivalent level of safety, we are proposing to and add a new paragraph (f) to Sec. 173.322 to adopt the provisions of SP 14422 in its entirety.

    Part 174

    Section 174.67

    Section 174.67 establishes specific operational requirements for railroad tank car unloading. For combustible liquid or Class 3 liquid petroleum distillate fuels, SP 12002 authorizes clearing frozen liquid blockages from the outlet by attaching a fitting to the outlet line and applying nitrogen at a pressure of 50 to 100 psi. Based on our review, the fact that transportation conducted under this SP has an acceptable safety record, and adopting it would provide flexibility in rail operations while maintaining an equivalent level of safety, we are proposing to revise paragraph (g) to Sec. 174.67 to adopt the provisions of SP 12002 in its entirety.

    Part 177

    Section 177.820

    SPs 11352, 12207, 12306, 13165, and 14945 authorize the movement of certain hazardous materials across public roads. Such movements are not subject to Subparts C (Shipping Papers), D (Marking), E (Labeling), and F (Placarding) of Part 172. The SPs prescribe operational controls. Based on our review, the fact that transportation conducted under this SP has an acceptable safety record, and adopting it would provide flexibility in rail operations while maintaining an equivalent level of safety, we are proposing to add a new Sec. 177.820 to adopt the provisions of these SPs in their entirety.

    Section 177.834

    Section 177.834 establishes general operational requirements for transportation by highway. SPs 9874, 13190, 13424, 13959, 14141, 14150, 14680, 14822, 14827, and 14840 authorize ``attendance'' of the loading or unloading of a cargo tank by a qualified person observing all loading or unloading operations by means of a video monitor located at a remote control station. These SPs prescribe operational controls and specific requirements for the video monitoring system. Based on our review, the fact that transportation conducted under these SPs have an acceptable safety record, and adopting them would provide flexibility in operations while maintaining an equivalent level of safety, we are proposing to revise paragraph (i)(3) and (i)(4) of Sec. 177.834 to adopt the provisions of these SPs in their entirety.

    SPs 13484 and 14447 authorize ``attendance'' of the loading or unloading of a cargo tank through the use of hoses equipped with cable connected wedges, plungers, or flapper valves located at each end of the hose, able to stop the flow of product from both the source and the receiving tank within one second without human intervention in the event of a hose rupture, disconnection, or separation. The SPs prescribe inspection requirements and operational controls for use of the hoses. Based on our review, the fact that transportation conducted under these SPs have an acceptable safety record, and adopting them would provide flexibility in operations while maintaining an equivalent level of safety, we are proposing to revise paragraphs (i)(3) and (i)(4) of Sec. 177.834 to adopt the provisions of SPs 13484 and 14447 in their entirety.

    SPs 10597, 10803, 10882, 14618, and 14726 authorize the use of diesel or propane fueled combustion cargo heaters in motor vehicles used to transport Class 3 (flammable liquid) or Division 2.1 (flammable gas) materials. The SPs prescribe operational controls for use of the heaters. Based on our review, the fact that transportation conducted under these SPs have an acceptable safety record, and adopting them would provide flexibility in operations while maintaining an equivalent level of safety, we are proposing to revise paragraph (l)(2)(i) of Sec. 177.834 to adopt the provisions of these SPs in their entirety. In this NPRM, as the existing paragraph (l)(2)(ii) of Sec. 177.834 relating to the Effective date for combustion heater requirements is obsolete, we are proposing its removal. In addition, we are also proposing the redesignation of paragraph (l)(2)(iii) of Sec. 177.834 to paragraph (l)(2)(ii).

    Section 177.838

    Section 177.838 establishes specific operational requirements for the transportation of Class 4 (flammable solid) materials, Class 5 (oxidizing) materials, and Division 4.2 (self-heating and pyrophoric liquid) materials. Notwithstanding the segregation requirements of Sec. 177.848(d), SP 11373 authorizes the transport on the same transport vehicle of Sodium hydrosulfite or sodium dithionite, UN1384, in Packing Group II or III; Thiourea dioxide, UN33341, in Packing Group II or III; and Self-heating, solid, organic, n.o.s., UN3088, in Packing Group II or III, with Class 8 materials. The SP prescribes packaging and separation requirements. Based on our review, the fact that transportation conducted under this SP has an acceptable safety record, and adopting it would provide flexibility in highway operations while maintaining an equivalent level of safety, we are proposing to revise the title of Sec. 177.838 and add a new paragraph (i) to Sec. 177.838 to adopt the provisions of SP 11373 in its entirety.

    Section 177.840

    Section 177.840 establishes specific operational requirements for the transportation of Class 2 (gases) materials. Notwithstanding the segregation requirements of Sec. 177.848(d), SP 11043 authorizes the transport on the same transport vehicle of Division 2.3, Hazard Zone A materials with materials classed as Division 2.1, Class 3, Class 4, Class 5, and Class 8. The SP prescribes packaging, marking, separation requirements.

    Notwithstanding the segregation requirements of Sec. 177.848(d), SP 14335 authorizes the transport on the same transport vehicle of Division 2.3, Hazard Zone A materials with specification non-bulk packagings and IBCs containing only the residue of Division 2.1, 4.3, 5.1, and Class 3 and 8 materials. The SP prescribes separation and securement requirements, operational controls, quantity limitations, and carrier safety rating requirements.

    Based on our review, the fact that transportation conducted under these

    Page 5423

    SPs have an acceptable safety record, and adopting them would provide flexibility in highway operations while maintaining an equivalent level of safety, we are proposing to add a new paragraph (a)(3) to Sec. 177.840 to adopt the provisions of SPs 11043 and 14335 in their entirety.

    Section 177.841

    Section 177.841 establishes specific operational requirements for the transportation of Division 6.1 and Division 2.3 materials. Notwithstanding the segregation requirements of Sec. 177.848(d), SP 11151 authorizes transportation by highway by private or contract motor carrier of Division 6.1 Packing Group I, Hazard Zone A materials meeting the definition of a hazardous waste as provided in Sec. 171.8 on the same transport vehicle with materials classed as Class 3, Class 4, Class 5, and Class 8. The Division 6.1 Packing Group I, Hazard Zone A materials must be loaded on pallets and separated from the Class 3, Class 4, Class 5, and Class 8 materials by a minimum horizontal distance of 2.74 m (9 feet). Based on our review, the fact that transportation conducted under this SP has an acceptable safety record, and adopting it would provide flexibility in highway operations while maintaining an equivalent level of safety, we are proposing to add a new paragraph (f) to Sec. 177.841 to adopt the provisions of SP 11151 in its entirety.

  34. Non-Bulk Packaging Specifications/IBCs

    Part 172

    Section 172.101

    The Sec. 172.101 HMT designates the materials listed therein as hazardous materials for the purpose of transportation of those materials. For each listed material, the HMT identifies the hazard class or specifies that the material is forbidden in transportation, and gives the proper shipping name or directs the user to the preferred proper shipping name. In addition, the HMT specifies or references requirements in this subchapter pertaining to labeling, packaging, quantity limits aboard aircraft, and stowage of hazardous materials aboard vessels. We are proposing to revise several entries in the HMT to adopt SPs relating to non-bulk packagings and IBCs. Specifically, for ``UN1415, Lithium,'' ``UN2257, Potassium,'' ``UN3190, Self-heating solid, inorganic, n.o.s.,'' ``UN1428, Sodium,'' ``UN1381, Phosphorus, yellow, under water'' and ``UN2813, Water-reactive solid, n.o.s.'' for Packing Groups II and III, we are proposing to add a reference to Sec. 173.151 to provide packaging exceptions for relevant Hazard Class 4 materials. These proposed revisions are discussed below.

    Part 173

    Section 173.62

    Section 173.62 provides specific packaging requirements for explosives. DOT-SP 12335 authorizes the transportation in commerce by motor vehicle, cargo vessel, and cargo aircraft when authorized in the HMT and passenger-carrying aircraft, when authorized for carriage by hazmat table and used exclusively to transport personnel to remote work sites of certain Division 1.1D and 1.4D detonating cords without the ends being sealed in alternative packaging, provided that the inner packaging containing the detonating cord is made of a static-resistant plastic bag of at least 3 mil thickness and the bag is securely closed for transportation. We have noted nine violations related to shipments moving under DOT-SP 12335. However, the violations did not involve safety issues with the permit. Thus, we propose to adopt the provisions of the SP in its entirety in Sec. 173.62.

    Section 173.150

    Section 173.150 provides exceptions from the HMR for certain Class 3 flammable liquid material. This section includes exceptions for limited quantities, consumer commodities, alcoholic beverages, aqueous solutions of alcohol and combustible liquids. In this NPRM, PHMSA is proposing to add a paragraph (h) to include an exception that would permit Diesel fuel (UN1202 or NA1993) and Gasoline (UN1203) to be transported one way, by motor vehicle, directly from the loading location to an equipment repair facility in non-specification non-bulk packaging, known as a gasoline dispenser. Specifically, shipments wishing to use this exception would be required to transport the material in a gasoline dispenser and prior to loading, each dispenser must be capped or plugged all product inlet and outlet piping, so that no fluid may be released during transportation. Furthermore, no dispenser may contain more than 2 gallons of gasoline, and each dispenser must be blocked, braced or strapped to the motor vehicle to prevent movement during transportation. This revision is proposed to adopt DOT-SP 13217. Based on our review, the fact the SP has no violations or reported incidents, and adopting it would expand the general applicability in a safe manner, we are proposing to adopt its provisions in its entirety in Sec. 173.150.

    Section 173.151

    Section 173.151 provides exceptions for Class 4 materials. In this NPRM we are proposing to add new paragraph (e) that would except ``Lithium, UN1415,'' ``Potassium, UN2257,'' and ``Sodium, UN1428,'' with a net quantity of material per inner packaging not exceeding 25 grams, from the labeling requirements of Part 172, Subpart E and the placarding requirements of Part 172 Subpart F, if they are offered for transportation or transported in the packagings with conditions set forth in that paragraph. We are also establishing new paragraph (f) to authorize shipment of Self-heating solid, inorganic, n.o.s, in unlined, non-DOT specification multi-wall paper bags containing a maximum of 55 pounds (net) weight. We are further adding new paragraph (g) to authorize Water reactive solid, n.o.s. (contains magnesium, magnesium nitrides) in Packing Group II or III to be contained in sift-proof bulk packagings. These revisions would adopt DOT-SP 11602, 13796, and 15373.

    DOT-SP 11602 authorizes the transportation in commerce of certain Division 4.3 materials contained in sift-proof closed bulk packagings that prevent that prevent water from reaching the hazmat and have sufficient venting to preclude a dangerous accumulation of gaseous emissions. Based on our review, the fact the SP has no violations or reported incidents, and adopting it would expand the general applicability in a safe manner, we are proposing to adopt its provisions in its entirety in Sec. 173.151.

    DOT-SP 13796 authorizes the transportation in commerce of ``UN1381, Phosphorus, yellow, under water,'' in a 30 gallon UN 1A2 steel drum certified as a minimum to the PG I performance level for solids and the PG II performance level for liquids and as a minimum dual marked as a UN1A2/X400/S (for solid) and UN1A2 Y/1.4/150 (for liquids). Based on our review, the fact the SP has no violations or reported incidents, and that its adoption would expand the general applicability in a safe manner, we are proposing to adopt its provisions in its entirety in Sec. 173.151.

    DOT-SP 15373 authorizes the manufacture, mark, sale and use of the specially designed combination packagings described herein for transportation in commerce of ``UN1415, Lithium,'' ``UN2257, Potassium,'' and ``UN1428, Sodium8,'' without hazard labels or placards, with quantity limits not exceeding 25 grams.

    Page 5424

    Based on our review, the fact the SP has no violations or reported incidents, and adopting it would expand the general applicability in a safe manner, we are proposing to adopt its provisions in its entirety in Sec. 173.151.

    Section 173.154

    Section 173.154 provides exceptions for Class 8, corrosive materials. We are proposing to establish a new paragraph (b)(3) to authorize polyethylene bottles with rated capacities of one gallon (3.785 liters), packed inside an open-top, heavy wall, high density polyethylene box for shipping Packing Group II and III corrosives. We are also proposing to establish new paragraph (e) to authorize hydrochloric acid concentration not exceeding 38%, in Packing Group II to be contained in UN31H1 or UN31HH1 intermediate bulk containers when loaded in accordance with the requirements of Sec. 173.35(h). These revisions would adopt DOT-SP 6614, 12030, and 14137.

    DOT-SP 6614 authorizes the use of polyethylene bottles placed in a polyethylene crate for the transportation in commerce of ``Compounds, cleaning liquid (consisting of solutions containing potassium hydroxide, hydrochloric acid or phosphoric acid), NA1760, PG II or III,'' ``Corrosive liquid, basic, inorganic, n.o.s. (Potassium hydroxide), PG II, and Corrosive liquid, basic, inorganic, n.o.s. (Sodium hydroxide), PG II, UN3266,'' ``Corrosive liquid, acidic, inorganic, n.o.s. (Phosphoric acid and Nitric acid), UN3264, PG II'' ``Corrosive liquid, acidic, organic, n.o.s. (Glycolic acid), UN3265, PG III'' ``Hypochlorite solutions, UN1791, PG III,'' ``Hydrochloric acid solution (with not over 32% strength), UN1789, PG II'' and ``Sulfuric acid (with not more than 51% acid), UN2796, PG II.'' PHMSA has on file sixty-seven violations related to shipments moving under DOT-SP 6614. However, the violations did not involve safety issues with the permit. We are proposing to adopt the permit, and extend it to all corrosive materials of Packing Groups II or III based on the history of no violations involving safety issues and no reported incidents.

    DOT-SP 12030 authorizes the transportation in commerce of a combination packaging with a maximum gross weight not over 37.0 kg, consisting of one UN6HG2 composite packaging containing battery fluid and one UN4G fiberboard box containing a dry storage battery. The UN6HG2 composite packaging has a maximum capacity of 8.0 liters and is marked as meeting the requirement for Packaging Group II. Based on our review, the fact the SP has no violations or reported incidents, and adopting it would expand the general applicability in a safe manner, we are proposing to adopt its provisions in its entirety in a new paragraph (f) in Sec. 173.154.

    DOT-SP 14137 authorizes the transportation in commerce of certain hydrochloric acid solutions in UN31H1 or UN31HH1 when loaded in conformance with the requirements in Sec. 173.35(h) and the hydrochloric acid concentration does not exceed 38%. Based on our review, the fact the SP has no violations or reported incidents, and adopting it would expand the general applicability in a safe manner, we are proposing to adopt its provisions in its entirety in Sec. 173.154.

    Section 173.158

    Section 173.158 provides general requirements and exceptions for shipments and packagings of nitric acid. In this NPRM, we are proposing to establish a new paragraph (i) to authorize ``Nitric acid of up to 40% concentration'' in a UN1H1 non-removable head plastic drums with certain conditions set forth in that paragraph and add new paragraph (j) for the transportation of ``Nitric acid, other than red fuming, with more than 70% nitric acid'' and ``Nitric acid, other than red fuming, with not more than 70% nitric acid'' in a combination packaging when offered for transportation or transported by rail, highway, or cargo vessel. These proposed revisions would adopt DOT-SP 8230 and 14213.

    DOT-SP 8230 authorizes the transportation in commerce of Packing Groups I and II nitric acids in certain combination packagings by motor vehicle, rail freight, cargo vessel and cargo-only aircraft. Specifically, ``Nitric acid, other than red fuming, with more than 70% nitric acid'' and ``Nitric acid, other than red fuming, with not more than 70% nitric acid'' is authorized to be transported in inner plastic bottles in rigid foam plastic receptacles or plastic bags lined absorbent material in outer packagings. Based on our review, the fact the SP has no violations or reported incidents, and adopting it would expand the general applicability in a safe manner, we are proposing to adopt its provisions in its entirety in Sec. 173.158.

    DOT-SP 14213 authorizes the manufacture, marking, sale and use of UN1H1 plastic drums to be used for the transportation in commerce of nitric acid with not more than 40% nitric acid. Based on our review, the fact the SP has no violations or reported incidents, and adopting it would expand the general applicability in a safe manner, we are proposing to adopt its provisions in its entirety in Sec. 173.158.

    Section 173.159

    Section 173.159 provides packaging and shipping specifications and exceptions for wet batteries. We are proposing to revise paragraph (e) to include both shipments of electric storage batteries containing electrolyte or corrosive battery fluid, and electric storage batteries and battery acid. This change would adopt DOT-SP 13548.

    DOT-SP 13548 authorizes the transportation in commerce of lead acid batteries and packages of battery acid with two different UN numbers on the same motor vehicle with the packages secured against movement. Based on our review, the fact the SP has no violations or reported incidents, and adopting it would expand the general applicability in a safe manner, we are proposing to adopt its provisions in its entirety in Sec. 173.159.

    Section 173.181

    Section 173.181 sets forth packaging and shipping requirements for Pyrophoric materials (liquids). In this NPRM, we are proposing to add new paragraph (d) to authorize the transportation in commerce of certain pyrophoric materials in a combination package consisting of UN1A2 outer package and a UN1A1 inner package. This revision would adopt DOT-SP 12920.

    DOT-SP 12920 authorizes the transportation in commerce of certain pyrophoric materials in a combination package consisting of UN1A2 outer package and a UN1A1 inner package, with no more than two (2) inner drums placed inside the outer drum. PHMSA has on file six violations related to shipments moving under DOT-SP 12920. However, the violations did not involve safety issues with the permit; rather, they pertained to non-compliance with the permit or the HMR. Based on our review, the fact the SP has no violations involving safety issues with the permit and no reported incidents, and adopting it would expand the general applicability in a safe manner, we are proposing to adopt its provisions in its entirety in Sec. 173.181.

    V. Regulatory Analyses and Notices

  35. Statutory/Legal Authority for This Rulemaking

    This rulemaking is issued under the authority of the Federal hazardous materials transportation law (49 U.S.C. 5101 et seq.). Section 5103(b) authorizes

    Page 5425

    the Secretary of Transportation to prescribe regulations for the safe transportation, including security, of hazardous materials in intrastate, interstate, and foreign commerce. This rulemaking proposes adoption of certain special permits into the hazardous materials regulations.

  36. Executive Order 12866, Executive Order 13563, Executive Order 13610, and DOT Regulatory Policies and Procedures

    This proposed rulemaking is not considered a significant regulatory action under Executive Order 12866 (``Regulatory Planning and Review''), as supplemented and reaffirmed by Executive Order 13563 (``Improving Regulation and Regulatory Review''), stressing that, to the extent permitted by law, an agency rulemaking action must be based on benefits that justify its costs, impose the least burden, consider cumulative burdens, maximize benefits, use performance objectives, and assess available alternatives, and the Regulatory Policies and Procedures of the Department of Transportation (44 FR 11034). Executive Orders 12866 and 13563 require agencies to regulate in the ``most cost-

    effective manner,'' to make a ``reasoned determination that the benefits of the intended regulation justify its costs,'' and to develop regulations that ``impose the least burden on society.''

    Executive Order 13610, issued May 10, 2012, urges agencies to conduct retrospective analyses of existing rules to examine whether they remain justified and whether they should be modified or streamlined in light of changed circumstances, including the rise of new technologies. By building off of each other, these three Executive Orders require agencies to regulate in the ``most cost-effective manner,'' to make a ``reasoned determination that the benefits of the intended regulation justify its costs,'' and to develop regulations that ``impose the least burden on society.''

    In this notice of proposed rulemaking, PHMSA is proposing to amend the HMR to adopt provisions contained in certain widely-used or long-

    standing SPs that have an established safety record. The proposed revisions are intended to provide wider access to the regulatory flexibility offered in SPs and eliminate the need for numerous renewal requests, thus reducing paperwork burdens and facilitating commerce while maintaining an appropriate level of safety. PHMSA assumes that for most regulated entities in these categories, the revisions proposed in this notice of proposed rulemaking requires little or no change to existing practice or behavior and incremental compliance costs will thus be close to zero. At the same time, the potential for additional safety benefits is also very limited in these cases, as existing practice and operations are already minimizing the number of incidents.

    Estimated benefits associated with this rule result from the regulated community no longer being required to apply for SP sand amount to approximately $12,000 annually. Costs associated with the rule are estimated to be negligible annually. Current SP holders are already complying with the proposed requirements and, if adopted, these requirements would not impose new requirements on current non-holders of SPs. The overall costs and benefits of the rule are dependent on the level of pre-existing compliance and the overall effectiveness of the new requirements specified in this rulemaking

  37. Executive Order 13132

    This notice of proposed rulemaking has been analyzed in accordance with the principles and criteria contained in Executive Order 13132 (``Federalism''), 64 FR 43255 (Aug. 10, 1999) and the President's May 20, 2009 memorandum (74 FR 24693 May 22, 2009). The requirements in this proposed rule would preempt state, local, and Indian tribe requirements but would not have substantial direct effects on the States, the relationship between the national government and the States, or the distribution of power and responsibilities among the various levels of government. Therefore, the consultation and funding requirements of Executive Order 13132 do not apply.

    The Federal hazardous materials transportation law, 49 U.S.C. 5101 et seq., contains an express preemption provision (49 U.S.C. 5125(b)) preempting State, local, and Indian tribe requirements on the following subjects:

    (1) The designation, description, and classification of hazardous materials;

    (2) The packing, repacking, handling, labeling, marking, and placarding of hazardous materials;

    (3) The preparation, execution, and use of shipping documents related to hazardous materials and requirements related to the number, contents, and placement of those documents;

    (4) The written notification, recording, and reporting of the unintentional release in transportation of hazardous material; or

    (5) The design, manufacture, fabrication, marking, maintenance, recondition, repair, or testing of a packaging or container represented, marked, certified, or sold as qualified for use in transporting hazardous material.

    Federal hazardous materials transportation law provides at 49 U.S.C. 5125(b)(2) that, if DOT issues a regulation concerning any of these subjects, DOT must determine and publish in the Federal Register the effective date of Federal preemption. The effective date may not be earlier than the 90th day following the date of issuance of the final rule and not later than 2 years after the date of issuance.

    This proposed rule would address subject areas (1), (2), (3), and (5) above and would preempt any state, local, or Indian tribe requirements concerning these subjects unless the non-Federal requirements are ``substantively the same'' as the Federal requirements. The effective date of Federal preemption is April 30, 2015.

  38. Executive Order 13175

    This notice of proposed rulemaking has been analyzed in accordance with the principles and criteria contained in Executive Order 13175 (``Consultation and Coordination with Indian Tribal Governments''). Because this NPRM does not have tribal implications and does not impose substantial direct compliance costs, the funding and consultation requirements of Executive Order 13175 do not apply.

  39. Regulatory Flexibility Act, Executive Order 13272, and DOT Procedures and Policies

    The Regulatory Flexibility Act (5 U.S.C. 601 et seq.) requires an agency to review regulations to assess their impact on small entities unless the agency determines that a rule is not expected to have a significant impact on a substantial number of small entities. The primary costs to small entities associated with this proposed rule include developing and updating a risk assessment, developing and updating operating procedures, and additional training for hazmat employees who perform loading and unloading operations.

    PHMSA expects the impacts of this rule will be limited for many small entities due to their compliance with other existing Federal regulations. In this notice of proposed rulemaking, PHMSA also explicitly acknowledges that many regulated entities are holders of SPs or are part of industry associations with voluntary codes of safe practice, and that these may be sufficient for compliance with the proposed rule as long as all of the relevant safety areas are addressed and documented. For regulated entities in

    Page 5426

    these categories, the notice of proposed rulemaking requires little or no change to existing practices or behavior and incremental compliance costs will thus be close to zero. Therefore, the benefit and cost figures discussed below should be viewed as upper bounds, both of which will be reduced by the extent of current practice.

    PHMSA estimates that there are 50 potentially affected small entities. The annualized documentation cost for developing and updating the risk assessment and the operating procedures is estimated to be $375/small entity. The annualized cost of additional training for affected employees is estimated to be approximately $5.50/employee. Further, PHMSA estimates that approximately 50% of small businesses are already implementing procedures that would be compliant with this notice of proposed rulemaking. Based upon the above estimates and assumptions, PHMSA certifies that this notice of proposed rulemaking does not have a significant economic impact on a substantial number of small entities. Further information on the estimates and assumptions used to evaluate the potential impacts to small entities is available in the Regulatory Impact Assessment that has been placed in the public docket for this rulemaking.

  40. Paperwork Reduction Act

    PHMSA currently has an approved information collection under OMB Control No. 2137-0051, entitled ``Special Permits and Approvals,'' expiring on May 31, 2015. Section 1320.8(d), Title 5, Code of Federal Regulations, requires PHMSA to provide interested members of the public and affected agencies an opportunity to comment on information collection and recordkeeping requests. This rulemaking adds new exceptions to the HMR while eliminating the need for persons to apply for a SP, resulting in a decrease in burden. PHMSA estimates the reduction in information collection burden as follows:

    ------------------------------------------------------------------------

    OMB Control No. 2137-0051: SPs and Approvals

    ------------------------------------------------------------------------

    Decrease in Annual Number of Respondents:...... 98

    Decrease in Annual Responses:.................. 98

    Decrease in Annual Burden Hours:............... 196

    Decrease in Annual Burden Cost:................ $12,337.00

    ------------------------------------------------------------------------

    There are 728 grantees associated with the 98 special permits being proposed for adoption in this rulemaking. Over 10 years, a SP would on average be renewed twice, resulting in 1,456 renewals (728 x 2). The average number of applications per year would be approximately 146 (1,456/10). The annual estimated cost savings would total $12,337.00 (146 number of renewals per year x $39.50/hr. preparation cost; 146 renewals per year x $45.00/hr compliance cost).

    Please direct your requests for a copy of this final information collection to Steven Andrews or T. Glenn Foster, Office of Hazardous Materials Standards (PHH-12), Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration, 1200 New Jersey Avenue SE., 2nd Floor, Washington, DC 20590-0001.

  41. Regulation Identifier Number (RIN)

    A regulation identifier number (RIN) is assigned to each regulatory action listed in the Unified Agenda of Federal Regulations. The Regulatory Information Service Center publishes the Unified Agenda in April and October of each year. The RIN contained in the heading of this document can be used to cross-reference this action with the Unified Agenda.

  42. Unfunded Mandates Reform Act

    This notice of proposed rulemaking does not impose unfunded mandates under the Unfunded Mandates Reform Act of 1995. PHMSA has concluded that the rule will not impose annual expenditures of $141.3 million on State, local, or tribal governments or the private sector, and thus does not require an Unfunded Mandates Act analysis.

    I. Executive Order 13609 and International Trade Analysis

    Under E.O. 13609, agencies must consider whether the impacts associated with significant variations between domestic and international regulatory approaches are unnecessary or may impair the ability of American business to export and compete internationally. In meeting shared challenges involving health, safety, labor, security, environmental, and other issues, international regulatory cooperation can identify approaches that are at least as protective as those that are or would be adopted in the absence of such cooperation. International regulatory cooperation can also reduce, eliminate, or prevent unnecessary differences in regulatory requirements.

    Similarly, the Trade Agreements Act of 1979 (Pub. L. 96-39), as amended by the Uruguay Round Agreements Act (Pub. L. 103-465), prohibits Federal agencies from establishing any standards or engaging in related activities that create unnecessary obstacles to the foreign commerce of the United States. For purposes of these requirements, Federal agencies may participate in the establishment of international standards, so long as the standards have a legitimate domestic objective, such as providing for safety, and do not operate to exclude imports that meet this objective. The statute also requires consideration of international standards and, where appropriate, that they be the basis for U.S. standards.

    PHMSA participates in the establishment of international standards in order to protect the safety of the American public, and we have assessed the effects of the proposed rule to ensure that it does not cause unnecessary obstacles to foreign trade. Accordingly, this rulemaking is consistent with E.O. 13609 and PHMSA's obligations under the Trade Agreement Act, as amended.

  43. Environmental Assessment

    PHMSA proposes to adopt provisions contained in certain widely-used or long-standing SPs that have an established safety record. The proposed revisions are intended to provide wider access to the regulatory flexibility offered in SPs and eliminate the need for numerous renewal requests, thus reducing paperwork burdens and facilitating commerce while maintaining an appropriate level of safety.

    The National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA), 42 U.S.C. 4321-4375, requires that federal agencies analyze proposed actions to determine whether the action will have a significant impact on the human environment. The Council on Environmental Quality (CEQ) regulations order federal agencies to conduct an environmental review considering (1) the need for the proposed action (2) alternatives to the proposed action (3) probable environmental impacts of the proposed action and alternatives and (4) the agencies and persons consulted during

    Page 5427

    the consideration process. 40 CFR 1508.9(b). A detailed NEPA assessment has been placed in the docket for this rulemaking for public review.

  44. Privacy Act

    Anyone is able to search the electronic form of any written communications and comments received into any of our dockets by the name of the individual submitting the document (or signing the document, if submitted on behalf of an association, business, labor union, etc.). You may review DOT's complete Privacy Act Statement in the Federal Register published on April 11, 2000 (65 FR 19477) which may be viewed at: http://www.gpo.gov/fdsys/pkg/FR-2000-04-11/pdf/00-8505.pdf.

    L. National Technology Transfer and Advancement Act

    The National Technology Transfer and Advancement Act of 1995 (15 U.S.C. 272 note) directs federal agencies to use voluntary consensus standards in their regulatory activities unless doing so would be inconsistent with applicable law or otherwise impractical. Voluntary consensus standards are technical standards (e.g. specification of materials, test methods, or performance requirements) that are developed or adopted by voluntary consensus standard bodies.

    This proposed rulemaking does not involve voluntary consensus standards.

    List of Subjects

    49 CFR Part 171

    Exports, Hazardous materials transportation, Hazardous waste, Imports, Reporting and recordkeeping requirements.

    49 CFR Part 172

    Education, Hazardous materials transportation, Hazardous waste, Labeling, Packaging and containers, Reporting and recordkeeping requirements.

    49 CFR Part 173

    Hazardous materials transportation, Packaging and containers, Radioactive materials, Reporting and recordkeeping requirements, Uranium.

    49 CFR Part 174

    Hazardous materials transportation, Incorporation, Radioactive materials, and Railroad safety.

    49 CFR Part 176

    Hazardous materials transportation, Maritime carriers, Radioactive materials, Reporting and recordkeeping requirements.

    49 CFR Part 177

    Hazardous materials transportation, Motor carriers, Radioactive materials, Reporting and recordkeeping requirements.

    49 CFR Part 178

    Hazardous materials transportation, Motor vehicle safety, Packaging and containers, Reporting and recordkeeping requirements.

    49 CFR Part 180

    Hazardous materials transportation, Motor carriers, Motor vehicle safety, Packaging and containers, Railroad safety, Reporting and recordkeeping requirements.

    In consideration of the foregoing, 49 CFR Chapter I is proposed to be amended as follows:

    PART 171--GENERAL INFORMATION, REGULATIONS, AND DEFINITIONS

    0

    1. The authority citation for part 171 continues to read as follows:

    Authority: 49 U.S.C. 5101-5128, 44701; 101, section 4 (28 U.S.C. 2461 note); Pub. L. 104-121, sections 212-213; Pub. L. 104-

    134, section 31001; 49 CFR 1.81 and 1.97.

    0

    2. In Sec. 171.8, the definition of ``Display pack'' is added in alphabetical sequence to read as follows:

    Sec. 171.8 Definitions and abbreviations.

    * * * * *

    Display pack means a package intended to be placed at retail stores which provides direct customer access to consumer commodities contained within the package when all or part of the outer fiberboard packaging is removed.

    * * * * *

    PART 172--HAZARDOUS MATERIALS TABLE, SPECIAL PROVISIONS, HAZARDOUS MATERIALS COMMUNICATIONS, EMERGENCY RESPONSE INFORMATION, TRAINING REQUIREMENTS, AND SECURITY PLANS

    0

    3. The authority citation for part 172 continues to read as follows:

    Authority: 49 U.S.C. 5101-5128; 44701; 49 CFR 1.81, 1.96 and 1.97.

    0

    4. In Sec. 172.101, the Hazardous Materials Table is amended by revising entries under ``REVISE'' in the appropriate alphabetical sequence to read as follows:

    Sec. 172.101 Purpose and use of hazardous materials table.

    * * * * *

    Page 5428

    Sec. 172.101--Hazardous Materials Table

    ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

    Hazardous (8) Packaging (Sec. 173.***) (9) Quantity limitations (10) Vessel stowage

    materials Special ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

    Symbols descriptions and Hazard class or Identification PG Label codes provisions

    proper shipping division No. (Sec. Exceptions Non-bulk Bulk Passenger Cargo aircraft Location Other

    names 172.102) aircraft/rail only

    (1) (2).............. (3) (4)............. (5).............. (6)........ (7)........... (8A).......... (8B).......... (8C).......... (9A).......... (9B).......... (10A)......... (10B)

    REVISE.........

    * * * * * * *

    Acrolein, 6.1 UN1092.......... I................ 6.1, 3..... 1, B9, B14, None.......... 226........... 244........... Forbidden..... Forbidden..... D............. 40

    stabilized. B30, B42,

    B77, T22,

    TP2, TP7,

    TP13, TP38,

    TP44, 380.

    * * * * * * *

    G............ Articles, 1.4S UN3049.......... II............... 1.4S....... 101, 382...... None.......... 62............ None.......... 25 kg......... 100 kg........ 01............ 25

    explosives,

    n.o.s.

    * * * * * * *

    Articles, 1.4G UN0431.......... II............... 1.4G....... 381........... None.......... 62............ None.......... Forbidden..... 75 kg......... 02............ 25

    pyrotechnic for

    technical

    purposes.

    * * * * * * *

    +............ Benzaldehyde..... 9 UN1990.......... III.............. 9.......... IB3, T2, TP1, 155........... 203........... 241........... 100 L......... 220 L......... A.............

    W11.

    * * * * * * *

    Coating solution 3 UN1139.......... II............... 3.......... 149, IB2, T4, 150........... 202........... 242........... 5 L........... 60 L.......... B

    (includes TP1, TP8, 383.

    surface

    treatments or

    coatings used

    for industrial

    or other

    purposes such as

    vehicle

    undercoating,

    drum or barrel

    lining).

    * * * * * * *

    G............ Corrosive liquid, 8 UN3264.......... I................ 8.......... A6, B10, T14, None.......... 201........... 243........... 0.5 L......... 2.5 L......... B............. 40

    acidic, TP2, TP27.

    inorganic,

    n.o.s.

    II............... 8.......... B2, IB2, T11, 154........... 202........... 242........... 1 L........... 30 L.......... B............. 40

    TP2, TP27,

    W11.

    III.............. 8.......... IB3, T7, TP1, 154........... 203........... 241........... 5 L........... 60 L.......... A............. 40

    TP28, W11.

    G............ Corrosive liquid, 8 UN3265.......... I................ 8.......... A6, B10, T14, None.......... 201........... 243........... 0.5 L......... 2.5 L......... B............. 40

    acidic, organic, TP2, TP27.

    n.o.s.

    Page 5429

    II............... 8.......... B2, IB2, T11, 154........... 202........... 242........... 1 L........... 30 L.......... B............. 40

    TP2, TP27,

    W11.

    III.............. 8.......... IB3, T7, TP1, 154........... 203........... 241........... 5 L........... 60 L.......... A............. 40

    TP28, W11.

    * * * * * * *

    G............ Environmentally 9 UN3077.......... III.............. 9.......... 8, 146, 335, 155........... 213........... 240........... No limit...... No limit...... A

    hazardous A112, B54,

    substance, B120, IB8,

    solid, n.o.s. IP3, N20,

    N91, T1,

    TP33, 384.

    * * * * * * *

    Extracts, 3 UN1197.......... II............... 3.......... 149, IB2, T4, 150........... 202........... 242........... 5 L........... 60 L.......... B

    flavoring, TP1, TP8, W11.

    liquid.

    III.............. 3.......... B1, IB3, T2, 150........... 203........... 242........... 60 L.......... 220 L......... A

    TP1, W11.

    * * * * * * *

    Fireworks........ 1.4S UN0337.......... II............... 1.4S....... 108, 382...... None.......... 62............ None.......... 25 kg......... 100 kg........ 01............ 25

    * * * * * * *

    G............ Flammable 3 UN2924.......... I................ 3, 8....... T14, TP2...... None.......... 201........... 243........... 0.5 L......... 2.5 L......... E............. 40

    liquids,

    corrosive, n.o.s.

    II............... 3, 8....... IB2, T11, TP2, 150........... 202........... 243........... 1 L........... 5 L........... B............. 40

    TP27.

    III.............. 3, 8....... B1, IB3, T7, 150........... 203........... 242........... 5 L........... 60 L.......... A............. 40

    TP1, TP28,

    W11.

    * * * * * * *

    D............ Fusee (railway or 4.1 NA1325.......... II............... 4.1........ 381........... None.......... 184........... None.......... 15 kg......... 50 kg......... B

    highway).

    .................

    * * * * * * *

    Lithium.......... 4.3 UN1415.......... I................ 4.3........ A7, A19, IB4, 151........... 211........... 244........... Forbidden..... 15 kg......... E............. 52

    IP1, N45.

    .................

    * * * * * * *

    D G.......... Other regulated 9 NA3077.......... III.............. 9.......... B54, IB8, IP2, 155........... 213........... 240........... No limit...... No limit...... A

    substances, T1, TP33, 384.

    solid, n.o.s.

    .................

    Page 5430

    * * * * * * *

    Paint including 3 UN1263.......... II............... 3.......... 149, B52, IB2, 150........... 173........... 242........... 5 L........... 60 L.......... B

    paint, lacquer, T4, TP1, TP8,

    enamel, stain, TP28, 383.

    shellac

    solutions,

    varnish, polish,

    liquid filler

    and liquid

    lacquer base.

    * * * * * * *

    Petroleum gases, 2.1 UN1075.......... ................. 2.1........ T50, N95...... 306........... 304........... 314, 315...... Forbidden..... 150 kg........ E............. 40

    liquefied or

    Liquefied

    petroleum gas.

    * * * * * * *

    Phosphoric acid 8 UN1805.......... III.............. 8.......... A7, IB3, N34, 154........... 203........... 241........... 5 L........... 60 L.......... A

    solution. T4, TP1, W11.

    * * * * * * *

    Phosphorus, white 4.2 UN1381.......... I................ 4.2, 6.1... B9, B26, N34, 151........... 188........... 243........... Forbidden..... Forbidden..... E

    dry or T9, TP3, TP31.

    Phosphorus,

    white,

    underwater or

    Phosphorus

    white, in

    solution or

    Phosphorus,

    yellow, dry or

    Phosphorus,

    yellow, under

    water or

    Phosphorus,

    yellow, in

    solution.

    * * * * * * *

    Potassium........ 4.3 UN2257.......... I................ 4.3........ A7, A19, A20, 151........... 211........... 244........... Forbidden..... 15 kg......... D............. 52

    B27, IB4,

    IP1, N6, N34,

    T9, TP7, TP33.

    * * * * * * *

    Propane, see also 2.1 UN1978.......... ................. 2.1........ 19, T50, N95.. 306........... 304........... 314, 315...... Forbidden..... 150 kg........ E............. 40

    Petroleum gases,

    liquefied.

    * * * * * * *

    G............ Self-heating 4.2 UN3190.......... II............... 4.2........ IB6, IP2, T3, 151........... 212........... 241........... 15 kg......... 50 kg......... C

    solid, TP33.

    inorganic, n.o.s.

    III.............. 4.2........ IB8, IP3, T1, 151........... 213........... 241........... 25 kg......... 100 kg........ C

    TP33.

    Page 5431

    * * * * * * *

    G............ Self-heating 4.2 UN3088.......... III.............. 4.2........ IB8, IP3, T1, None.......... 213........... 241........... 25 kg......... 100 kg........ C

    solid, organic, TP33, B130.

    n.o.s.

    * * * * * * *

    Signal devices, 1.4G UN0191.......... II............... 1.4G....... 381........... None.......... 62............ None.......... Forbidden..... 75 kg......... 02............ 25

    hand.

    * * * * * * *

    Signal devices, 1.4S UN0373.......... II............... 1.4S....... 381........... None.......... 62............ None.......... 25 kg......... 100 kg........ 01............ 25

    hand.

    * * * * * * *

    Signals, railway 1.4S UN0193.......... II............... 1.4S....... 381........... None.......... 62............ None.......... 25 kg......... 100 kg........ 01............ 25

    track, explosive.

    * * * * * * *

    Sodium........... 4.3 UN1428.......... I................ 4.3........ A7, A8, A19, 151........... 211........... 244........... Forbidden..... 15 kg......... D............. 52

    A20, B9, B48,

    B68, IB4,

    IP1, N34, T9,

    TP7, TP33,

    TP46.

    * * * * * * *

    Trinitroresorcino 1.1D UN0394.......... II............... 1.1D....... 385........... None.......... 62............ None.......... Forbidden..... Forbidden..... 04............ 25, 5E

    l, wetted or

    Styphnic acid,

    wetted with not

    less than 20

    percent water,

    or mixture of

    alcohol and

    water by mass.

    * * * * * * *

    G............ Water-reactive 4.3 UN2813.......... I................ 4.3........ IB4, N40, T9, None.......... 211........... 242........... Forbidden..... 15 kg......... E............. 40

    solid, n.o.s. TP7, TP33.

    II............... 4.3........ IB7, IP2, T3, 151........... 212........... 242........... 15 kg......... 50 kg......... E............. 40

    TP33.

    III.............. 4.3........ IB8, IP4, T1, 151........... 213........... 241........... 25 kg......... 100 kg........ E............. 40

    TP33.

    ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

    Page 5432

    * * * * *

    0

    5. In Sec. 172.102:

    0

    1. In paragraph (c)(1), special provisions 380, 381, 382, 383, 384, and 385 are added in numerical sequence.

      0

    2. In paragraph (c)(3), special provision B130 is added in numerical sequence.

      0

    3. In paragraph (c)(5), special provision N95 is added in numerical sequence.

      0

    4. In paragraph (c)(9), special provision W11 is added in numerical sequence.

      The additions are to read as follows:

      Sec. 172.102 Special Provisions.

      * * * * *

      (c) * * *

      (1) * * *

      380 For transportation by private carrier in a motor vehicle, acrolein, stabilized is not subject to the segregation requirements of Sec. 177.848(d) of this subchapter if the following requirements are met:

    5. The material is packaged in a DOT Specification 4BW240 cylinder, or in a DOT 51 portable tank.

    6. The material may only be loaded with Class 3, Class 8, and Division 4.1 materials in Packing Group II or III.

    7. The motor carrier must maintain a ``satisfactory'' safety rating as prescribed in part 385 of this title.

      381 For railroad flagging kits, see Sec. 173.184 (c) of this subchapter.

      382 When packaged as prescribed in Sec. 172.400a(a)(8), a package containing this material is excepted from the labeling requirements of Sec. 172.400(a) of this subchapter.

      383 For transportation by motor vehicle, material meeting the conditions for high viscosity flammable liquids specified in Sec. 173.121(b)(1)(i), (b)(1)(ii), and (b)(1)(iv), may be re-classed to Packing Group III. Packaging must be UN standard metal drums attached with heavy duty steel strapping to a pallet. The capacity of each drum must not exceed 220 L (58 gallons).

      384 For green graphite electrodes and shapes that are large single component solid objects not subject to sifting, transport in open rail flat cars, open bed motor vehicles, and intermodal containers is also authorized. The objects must be secured to the flat car, motor vehicle, intermodal container, or unitized by steel banding to wooden runners or pallets and the units secured to the flat car, motor vehicle, or freight container to prevent shifting and movement, including relative motion between the objects, under conditions normally incident to transportation.

      385 Notwithstanding the provisions of Sec. 177.834(l) of this subchapter, cargo heaters may be used when weather conditions are such that the freezing of a wetted explosive material is likely. Shipments must be made by private, leased or contract carrier vehicles under exclusive use of the offeror. Cargo heaters must be reverse refrigeration (heat pump) units. Shipments made in accordance with this Special provision are excepted from the requirements of Sec. 173.60(b)(4) of this subchapter.

      (3) * * *

      * * * * *

      B130 When transported by highway, used diatomaceous earth filter material is not subject to any other provisions of this subchapter except for the shipping paper requirements of subpart C of part 172 of this subchapter; emergency response information as required by Sec. 172.602(a)(2) through (a)(7) of this subchapter; and the marking requirements of Sec. 172.302(a) of this subchapter, if the following requirements are met:

      (a) Packagings are non-DOT specification sift-proof motor vehicles or sift-proof roll-on/roll-off bulk bins, which are covered by a tarpaulin or other equivalent means.

      (b) The temperature of the material at the time it is offered for transport and during transportation may not exceed 55 degC (130emsp14degF).

      (c) The time between offering the material for transportation at the point of origin, and unloading the material at the destination does not exceed 48 hours.

      (d) In addition to the training requirements specified by Sec. Sec. 172.700 through 172.704, each driver of a vehicle transporting hazardous materials must be trained regarding the properties and hazards of diatomaceous earth filter material, precautions to ensure safe transport of the material, and actions to be taken in the event of an emergency during transportation, or a substantial delay in transit, and

      (5) * * *

      * * * * *

      N95 Non-bulk packagings containing UN1075, Liquefied petroleum gas and UN1978, Propane are authorized to be transported in DOT 4BA240 cylinders and are not required to be marked with the UN number and proper shipping name or bear hazard labels provided:

    8. The cylinder must be transported in a closed motor vehicle with the FLAMMABLE GAS placards.

    9. Shipping papers must reflect a correct current accounting of all cylinders both full and expended.

    10. The cylinders are collected and transported by a private or a contract carrier for reconditioning, reuse or disposal.

    11. Cylinders must be secured in the vehicle in accordance with Sec. 177.834(a).

      (9) * * *

      * * * * *

      W11 Notwithstanding the requirements of Sec. 172.800 and Sec. 176.83(d), entries assigned this special provision, when offered for transportation by water, may be offered in the same transport unit with foodstuffs and cargo of an organic nature provided a distance of 3 m (10 ft) is maintained between the hazardous materials and foodstuffs or cargo of an organic nature. Class 8 (corrosive) materials assigned this special provision may also be stowed above packages of flammable liquids also assigned this special provision.

      * * * * *

      0

      7. In 172.202 paragraph (c)(1) is added to read as follows:

      Sec. 172.202 Description of hazardous material on shipping papers.

      * * * * *

      (c) * * *

      (1) During local collections operations, hazardous materials and hazardous substances transported by highway that are ``household wastes'' as described in 40 CFR 261.4 and not subject to the Environmental Protection Agency's hazardous waste regulations in 40 CFR, Parts 262 and 263 are excepted from the requirements of this paragraph.

      * * * * *

      0

      8. In 172.315 paragraph (a)(3) is added to read as follows:

      Sec. 172.315 Limited quantities.

      (a) * * *

      (3) Except for, Classes 1, and 7, and Division 6.1 and 6.2 materials, for transportation by highway by private carrier, the limited quantity marking is not required to be displayed on a package containing materials assigned to Packing Groups II and III prepared in accordance with the limited quantity requirements in part 173 of this subchapter provided:

      (i) Inner packagings for liquid hazardous materials do not exceed 1.0 L (0.3 gallons) net capacity each;

      (ii) Inner packagings for solid hazardous materials do not exceed 1.0 kg (2.2 pounds) net capacity each;

      (iii) No more than 2 L (0.6 gallons) or 2 kg (4.4 pounds) aggregate net quantity of any one hazardous material may be transported in one vehicle; and

      (iv) The maximum gross weight of the packages must not exceed 60 kg (132 pounds) per vehicle.

      (v) Each package is marked with the name and address of the offeror, a 24-

      Page 5433

      hour emergency response phone number and the statement ``Contains Chemicals'' in letters at least one-inch high on a contrasting background.

      * * * * *

      0

      9. In Sec. 172.400a, paragraph (a)(1) is revised and paragraph (a)(8) is added to read as follows:

      Sec. 172.400a Exceptions from labeling.

      (a) * * *

      (1) A Dewar flask meeting the requirements in Sec. 173.320 of this subchapter or a cylinder containing a Division 2.1, 2.2, or 2.3 material that is durably and legibly marked in accordance with CGA C-7, Appendix A (IBR; see Sec. 171.7 of this subchapter).

      * * * * *

      (8) Toy plastic or paper caps for toy pistols described as ``UN0349, Articles, explosive, n.o.s. (Toy caps), 1.4S, PG II'' or ``NA0337, Toy caps, 1.4S, PG II'' offered for transportation by motor vehicle, rail freight, cargo vessel, and cargo aircraft in conformance with the following conditions:

      (i) The toy plastic or paper caps must be in the form of sheets, strips, rolls, or individual caps;

      (ii) The caps must not contain more than an average of twenty-five hundredths of a grain of explosive composition per cap;

      (iii) The caps must be packed inside packagings constructed of cardboard not less than 0.013-inch in thickness, metal not less than 0.008-inch in thickness, non-combustible plastic not less than 0.015-

      inch in thickness, or a composite blister package consisting of cardboard not less than 0.013-inch in thickness and non-combustible plastic not less than 0.005-inch in thickness that completely encloses the caps;

      (iv) The minimum dimensions of each side and each end of the cardboard packaging must be 1/8th inch in height or more;

      (v) The number of caps inside each packaging must be limited so that not more than 10 grains of explosives composition may be packed into one cubic inch of space, and not more than 17.5 grains of the explosive composition of toy caps may be packed in any inner packaging;

      (vi) Inner packagings must be packed in outer packagings meeting PG II performance criteria;

      (vii) Toy caps may be packed with non-explosive or non-flammable articles provided the outer packagings are marked as prescribed in this paragraph;

      (viii) Toy paper caps of any kind must not be packed in the same packaging with fireworks;

      (ix) The outside of each package must be plainly marked ``ARTICLES, EXPLOSIVES, N.O.S. (TOY CAPS)--HANDLE CAREFULLY'' OR ``TOY CAPS--HANDLE CAREFULLY''; and

      (x) Explosives shipped in conformance with this paragraph must have been examined in conformance with Sec. 173.56 and approved by the Associate Administrator for Hazardous Materials Safety.

      * * * * *

      PART 173--SHIPPERS--GENERAL REQUIREMENTS FOR SHIPMENTS AND PACKAGINGS

      0

      10. The authority citation for part 173 continues to read as follows:

      Authority: 49 U.S.C. 5101-5128, 44701; 49 CFR 1.81, 1.96 and 1.97.

      0

      11. In Sec. 173.12, add paragraph (h) to read as follows:

      Sec. 173.12 Exceptions for shipment of waste materials.

      * * * * *

      (h) Shrink-wrapped pallets of limited quantity waste. Shrink-

      wrapped pallets containing boxes of waste ORM-D or limited quantity materials may be transported by motor vehicle and cargo vessel when marked with the word ``WASTE'' on the outside of the pallet instead of on each individual box under the following conditions:

      (1) Expired consumer commodities must be in their original undamaged packaging and marked with the ``Consumer Commodity ORM-D'' marking or ``Limited Quantities Ltd-Qty'' marking,

      (2) Packages must be securely affixed to a pallet and shrink wrapped,

      (3) The outside of the shrink wrap must be marked on opposite sides with: ``Waste Consumer Commodity ORM-D'' or ``Waste Limited Quantities Ltd-Qty,'' and

      (4) A packaging or shipping paper that is permanently marked with a special permit number, ``DOT-SP'' or ``DOT-E,'' for which the provisions of the special permit have been adopted into this subchapter may continue to be used for the life of the packaging without obliterating or otherwise removing the permanent marking.

      * * * * *

      0

      12. In Sec. 173.29, paragraph (f) is revised to read as follows:

      Sec. 173.29 Empty packagings.

      * * * * *

      (f) Smokeless powder residue when transported by motor vehicle or railcar in COFC or TOFC service is excepted from shipping papers and the placarding requirements of subpart F of part 172 of this subchapter when transported in conformance with the following:

      (1) The outer packaging is a UN specification 1G fiber drum or 1A2 steel drum;

      (2) The amount of smokeless powder per outer packaging does not exceed 5 grams;

      (3) The smokeless powder is approved in conformance with Sec. 173.56 as a Class 1 explosive substance;

      (4) Empty packages must be in a closed transport vehicle;

      (5) Empty packages must be loaded by the shipper and unloaded by the shipper or consignee; and

      (6) The proper shipping description of the material is ``RESIDUE: Last Contained Powder, smokeless, Hazard Class N/A, Identification Number N/A, Packing Group N/A''.

      * * * * *

      0

      13. In Sec. 173.40, revise paragraph (d) as follows:

      Sec. 173.40 General packaging requirements for toxic materials packaged in cylinders.

      * * * * *

      (d) * * *

      (1) * * *

      (ii) Each cylinder with a valve must be equipped with a protective metal or plastic cap, other valve protection device, or an overpack which is sufficient to protect the valve from breakage or leakage resulting from a drop of 2.0 m (7 ft) onto a non-yielding surface, such as concrete or steel. Impact must be at an orientation most likely to cause damage.

      0

      14. In Sec. 173.62, Packing Instruction 139 in the Table of Packing Methods, paragraph (c)(5) is revised to read as follows:

      Sec. 173.62 Specific packaging requirements for explosives.

      * * *

      (c) * * *

      (5) * * *

      Page 5434

      Table of Packing Methods

      ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

      Packing instruction Inner packagings Intermediate packagings Outer packagings

      ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

      * * * * * * *

      139.................................. Bags................... Not necessary.......... Boxes.

      PARTICULAR PACKING REQUIREMENTS OR * * *

      EXCEPTIONS:

      1. For UN0065, 0102, 0104, 0289 and

      0290, the ends of the detonating

      cord must be sealed, for example, by

      a plug firmly fixed so that the

      explosive cannot escape. The ends of

      CORD DETONATING flexible must be

      fastened securely.

      2. For UN0065, 0104, 0289, 0290 the

      ends of the detonating cord are not

      required to be sealed provided the

      inner packaging containing the

      detonating cord consists of a static-

      resistant plastic bag of at least 3

      mil thickness and the bag is

      securely closed.

      3. For UN0065 and UN0289, inner

      packagings are not required when

      they are fastened securely in coils.

      * * * * * * *

      ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

      * * * * *

      0

      15. In Sec. 173.63, paragraph (a) is revised to read as follows:

      Sec. 173.63 Packaging exceptions.

      (a) Charges, and detonating cords and fuses. The following approved explosive articles may be reclassed as certain Division 1.4 Compatibility Group D (1.4D) explosives when prepared and offered for transportation under the following conditions:

      (1) Cord, detonating (UN0065, Div. 1.1D), having an explosive content not exceeding 6.5 g (0.23 ounces) per 30 centimeter length (one linear foot) may be reclassed as Cord, detonating (UN0289, Div. 1.4D) and offered for transportation domestically if the aggregate gross weight of all packages containing Cord, detonating (UN0065) does not exceed 45 kg (99 pounds) per:

      (i) Transport vehicle, freight container, or cargo-only aircraft;

      (ii) Off-shore down-hole tool pallet carried on an off-shore supply vessel;

      (iii) Cargo compartment of a cargo vessel; or

      (iv) Passenger-carrying aircraft used to transport personnel to remote work sites, such as offshore drilling units.

      (2) Cord, detonating, or Fuse detonating, metal clad (UN 0290, Div. 1.1D) may be renamed and reclassed as Cord, detonating, mild effect, or Fuse, detonating, mild effect, metal clad (UN 0104, Div. 1.4D); and Charges, shaped, flexible, linear (UN 0288, Div. 1.1D) may be renamed and reclassed ``Charges, shaped, flexible, linear (UN 0237, Div. 1.4D) and transported by motor vehicle, railcar, cargo vessel, and cargo aircraft, under the following conditions:

      (i) The explosive substances in each item must not exceed 10.7 grams per meter (50 grains per foot) and the length of each cord, fuse, and charge must not exceed 30.5 meters (100 foot) in any one package;

      (ii) ``Cord, detonating, mild effect,'' must be packaged in conformance with Sec. 173.62(c), Packing Instruction 139; and

      (iii) ``Charges, shaped, flexible, linear,'' must be packaged in conformance with Sec. 173.62, Packing Instruction 138.

      * * * * *

      0

      16. In Sec. 173.150, add paragraph (h) to read as follows:

      Sec. 173.150 Exceptions for Class 3 (flammable and combustible liquids).

      * * * * *

      (h) Diesel fuel (NA1993) and Gasoline (UN1203) may be transported one way, by motor vehicle, directly from the loading location to an equipment repair facility, in a non-DOT specification, non-bulk packaging, known as a gasoline dispenser, which has been removed from service at gasoline marketing outlets, without complying with the marking set forth in Sec. 172.301(c), under the following conditions:

      (i) Prior to loading, each dispenser must be prepared for transportation by capping or plugging all product inlet and outlet piping, so that no fluid may be released during transportation;

      (ii) No dispenser may contain more than 2 gallons of gasoline; and

      (iii) Each dispenser must be blocked, braced or strapped to the motor vehicle to prevent movement during transportation.

      * * * * *

      0

      17. In Sec. 173.151, add paragraphs (e), (f), (g), and (h) to read as follows:

      Sec. 173.151 Exceptions for Class 4.

      * * * * *

      (e) Except for transportation by aircraft, Lithium (UN1415), Potassium (UN2257), and Sodium (UN1428) with a net quantity of material per inner packaging not exceeding 25 grams, are excepted from the labeling requirements of Part 172, Subpart E and the placarding requirements of Part 172 Subpart F, when offered for transportation or transported in the following packagings under the following conditions:

      (1) Packaging.

      (i) The hazardous material is placed in a tightly closed plastic bottle after being submerged in mineral oil;

      (ii) The plastic bottle is placed inside a plastic bag which must be securely closed to prevent leaks or punctures in conformance with the instructions provided by the packaging manufacturer in accordance with Sec. 178.2(c) of this subchapter.

      (iii) The bagged bottle is then placed inside a metal can with all void spaces filled with an oil-absorbing material and sealed tight; and

      (iv) The can is then placed into a heat sealed barrier bag.

      (2) Marking. Each inner plastic bottle, outer metal can, and barrier bag must be marked with: (A) chemical name; (B) quantity; and (C) the name and address of the offeror.

      (3) Recordkeeping. (i) Records of the preparation, packaging, and marking of each chemical must be documented and all components in each package must be noted; and

      (ii) Records must be retained for a minimum of 5 years and be accessible at or through the shipper's principal place of business and be made available, upon request, to the Associate Administrator or designated official.

      (f) Except for transportation by aircraft, Self-heating solid, inorganic, n.o.s. (UN3190) may by contained in:

      Page 5435

      (1) Unlined, non-DOT specification multi-wall paper bags containing a maximum of 55 pounds (net) of product as follows.

      (A) Each bag must be capable of passing the tests at the Packing Group II performance level specified in Subpart M of 49 CFR part 178 for paper bags;

      (B) All bags must be held a minimum of 24 hours after packaging and a determination made that the material temperature does not exceed 100 degF prior to offering for shipment; and

      (C) Shipments must be made in closed freight containers.

      (g) Except for transportation by aircraft, Water reactive solid, n.o.s. (contains magnesium, magnesium nitrides) in Packing Group II or III may be contained in sift-proof bulk packagings that prevent liquid water from reaching the hazardous material with sufficient venting to preclude dangerous accumulation of flammable, corrosive or toxic gaseous emissions such as methane, hydrogen and ammonia.

      (h) Phosphorus, yellow, under water (UN1381) may be contained in the following packaging, subject to the following conditions:

      (1) Packaging. (i) A 30 gallon UN 1A2 steel drum certified to the PG I performance level for solids and the PG I or PG II performance level for liquids and dual marked as a UN1A2/X400/S (for solid) and UN1A2 X(or Y)/1.4/150 (for liquids).

      (ii) Sufficient water must be present in each drum to ensure that the phosphorous is covered during transportation, in any orientation of the drum;

      (iii) Drums must be held and observed for a minimum of 24-hours before transportation. Any leaking or otherwise unsuitable drums must be replaced prior to transportation;

      (iv) Packages must be destroyed and may not be reused; and

      (v) The net mass of the material and water, in kilograms, must not exceed the mass that would be permitted by calculating the volume of the packaging in liters multiplied by the specific gravity indicated on the package certification.

      (2) Conditions.

      (i) Transportation is by private or contract motor carrier only;

      (ii) Transportation is authorized from the generator site(s) of the material to a facility where it must be unloaded by the consignee for reprocessing;

      0

      18. In Sec. 173.154, add paragraphs (b)(3), (e) and (f) to read as follows:

      Sec. 173.154 Exceptions for Class 8 (corrosive materials).

      * * * * *

      (b) * * *

      (3) When transported by private motor carrier only, the following materials may be packaged in polyethylene bottles with a capacity no greater than 3.785L (one gallon), packed inside an open-top, heavy wall, high density polyethylene box (i.e., crate) in a manner that the polyethylene bottles are not subjected to any superimposed weight, and the boxes must be reasonably secured against movement within the transport vehicle and loaded so as to minimize the possibility of coming in contact with other lading:

      Compounds, cleaning liquid (consisting of solutions containing potassium hydroxide, hydrochloric acid or phosphoric acid), NA1760, PG II or III;

      Corrosive liquid, basic, inorganic, n.o.s. (Potassium hydroxide), PG II, and Corrosive liquid, basic, inorganic, n.o.s. (Sodium hydroxide), PG II, UN3266;

      Corrosive liquid, acidic, inorganic, n.o.s. (Phosphoric acid and Nitric acid), UN3264, PG II;

      Corrosive liquid, acidic, organic, n.o.s. (Glycolic acid), UN 3265, PG III; Hypochlorite solutions, UN1791, PG III;

      Hydrochloric acid solution (with not over 32% strength), UN 1789, PG II; and

      Sulfuric acid (with not more than 51% acid), UN2796, PG II.

      (i) No more than four bottles, securely closed with threaded caps, may be packed in each box.

      (ii) Each empty bottle must have a minimum weight of not less than 140 grams and a minimum wall thickness of not less than 0.020 inch (0.508 mm).

      (iii) The completed package must meet the Packing Group II performance level, as applicable for combination packagings with a plastic box outer packaging, in accordance with Subpart M of Part 178.

      (A) Tests must be performed on each type and size of bottle, for each manufacturing location. Samples taken at random must withstand the prescribed tests without breakage or leakage.

      (B) One bottle for every two hours of production, or for every 2500 bottles produced, must be tested by dropping a bottle filled to 98% capacity with water from a height of 1.2 meters (3.9 feet) onto solid concrete directly on the closure.

      (C) A copy of the test results must be kept on file at each facility where packagings are offered for transportation, and must be made available to a representative of the Department of Transportation upon request.

      (iv) The name or symbol of the bottle producer, and the month and year of manufacture, must be marked by embossing, ink-jet printing of permanent ink, or other permanent means on the face or bottom of each bottle, in letters and numbers at least 6 mm (0.2 inch) high. Symbols, if used, must be registered with the Associate Administrator.

      (v) The box must be constructed from high density polyethylene in the density range 0.950-0.962, and be capable of holding liquid when in the upright position.

      * * * * *

      (e) Hydrochloric acid concentration not exceed 38%, in Packing Group II, may be contained in UN31H1 or UN31HH1 intermediate bulk containers when loaded in accordance with the requirements of Sec. 173.35(h).

      (f) Battery fluid, acid, packaged with a dry storage battery in Packing Group II, may be packaged in a UN6HG2 composite packaging containing battery fluid and a dry storage battery packed in a UN4G fiberboard box. The UN6HG2 composite packaging must have a maximum capacity of 8.0 liters and be marked as meeting the requirement for Packaging Group II. The maximum allowable gross weight for the completed package is 37.0 kg.

      0

      19. In Sec. 173.156, add paragraphs (c) and (d) to read as follows:

      Sec. 173.156 Exceptions for limited quantity and ORM.

      * * * * *

      (c) Display packs. Display packs, as defined in Sec. 171.8 of this subchapter, of consumer commodity packages that exceed 30 kg gross weight may be transported by railcar in trailer-on-flatcar (TOFC) or container-on-flat-car (COFC) service, or roadrailer and/or railrunner trailers or by motor vehicle, or cargo vessel only under the following conditions:

      (1) Packaging. Combination packages must conform to the packaging requirements of Subpart B of 49 CFR part 173 and meet the following limitations:

      (i) The inner containers must conform to the quantity limits for inner packagings prescribed in Sec. Sec. 173.150(b), 173.152(b), 173.154(b), 173.155(b) and 173.306(a) and (b), as appropriate;

      (ii) The inner containers must be packed into trays to secure individual containers from movement inside the completed combination package during transportation;

      (iii) The tray(s) must be placed into a fiberboard box, and the fiberboard box

      Page 5436

      must be banded and secured to a pallet by metal, fabric, or plastic straps to form a single palletized unit; and

      (iv) The maximum net quantity of hazardous material permitted on one palletized unit is 550 kg (1,210 lbs.).

      (2) Marking. The outside of each package must be plainly and durably marked with either ``Consumer commodity, ORM-D'' or ``Limited Quantities, Ltd-Qty,'' so that both labels will not be displayed at the same time in the surrounding rectangle as prescribed in Sec. Sec. 172.315 and 172.316.

      (d) Exceptions for waste limited quantities and ORM-D materials. Certain exceptions for waste limited quantity and ORM-D materials are prescribed in Sec. 173.12(h).

      0

      20. In Sec. 173.158, add paragraphs (i) and (j) to read as follows:

      Sec. 173.158 Nitric acid.

      * * * * *

      (i) Nitric acid of up to 40% concentration, when offered for transportation or transported by rail, highway, or cargo vessel, may be contained in a UN1H1 non-removable head plastic drum, tested and marked at the PGII level for liquids with a specific gravity of at least 1.8, and a hydrostatic test pressure appropriate for the hazardous material.

      (1) Drums may only be used one time and must be destroyed after emptying.

      (2) Drums must be permanently and legibly marked ``Single Trip Only'' and ``Must be Destroyed When Empty.''

      (j) Nitric acid, other than red fuming, with more than 70% nitric acid and Nitric acid, other than red fuming, with not more than 70% nitric acid, when offered for transportation or transported by rail, highway, or cargo vessel, may be packaged in a UN 4G performance standard packaging meeting the Packing Group I or II performance level:

      (1) Inner packaging: A plastic (``fluorinated ethylene-propylene'' FEP polymers, ``perfluoroalkoxy'' PFA polymers or similar materials) bottle with lined screw closure meeting the compatibility requirements of Sec. 173.24(e) of this section and having a net capacity not greater than 2.5 liters (0.66 gallon) each. The wall thickness of the bottle must not be less than 0.020''.

      (2) Intermediate packaging: (A) A tightly closed rigid-foam plastic receptacle each containing one inner packaging; or

      (B) A plastic bag containing one inner packaging and placed inside a heavy-wall polypropylene bag lined with polypropylene absorbent material of sufficient capacity to completely absorb the liquid contents of each inner package. Both bags must be tightly sealed with either plastic tape, a wire tie or a cable tie.

      0

      21. In Sec. 173.159, revise the first sentence in introductory paragraph (e) and add paragraph (j) to read as follows:

      Sec. 173.159 Batteries, wet.

      * * * * *

      (e) When transported by highway or rail, shipments of electric storage batteries containing electrolyte or corrosive battery fluid, and shipments of electric storage batteries and battery acid, are not subject to any other requirements of this subchapter, if all of the following are met: * * *

      * * * * *

      (j) Nickel cadmium batteries containing liquid potassium hydroxide. Nickel-cadmium batteries that each contain no more than 10 ml of liquid potassium hydroxide, a Class 8 material, are not subject to the requirements of this subchapter when transported by motor vehicle, railcar, cargo vessel, and passenger and cargo aircraft under the following conditions:

      (1) Each battery must be sealed in a heat sealed bag, packaged to prevent short circuits, and placed in the center of an outer plastic drum and surrounded with a foam-in-place packaging material;

      (2) The outer plastic drum must meet the UN 1H2 performance standard at the Packing Group II level;

      (3) The gross weight of the package may not exceed 15.2 kg (33.4 pounds); and

      (4) The cumulative amount of potassium hydroxide solution in all of the batteries in each package may not exceed 4 ounces (0.11 kg).

      0

      22. In Sec. 173.168, add paragraph (g) to read as follows:

      Sec. 173.168 Chemical oxygen generators.

      * * * * *

      (g) Exceptions. An unapproved chemical oxygen generator with only one positive means of preventing unintentional actuation of the generator, and without the required approval number marked on the outside of the package, may be transported by motor vehicle, railcar, and cargo vessel only under the following conditions:

      (1) Packaging. (i) The one positive means of preventing unintentional actuation of the generator shall be installed in such a manner that the percussion primer is so completely protected from its firing pin that it cannot be physically actuated or the electric firing circuit is so completely isolated from the electric match that it cannot be electrically actuated.

      (ii) Inner packaging. Except as provided in paragraph (g)(1)(iii) of this section below, an unapproved chemical oxygen generator, or unapproved chemical oxygen generator installed in smaller size equipment such as a PBE shall be packaged in a combination packaging consisting of a non-combustible inner packaging that fully encloses the oxygen generator or piece of equipment inside an outer packaging which meets the requirements in Sec. 173.212 or ``Packaging for Airline Supplies--ATA Specification No. 300,'' published by the Airlines for America.

      (iii) Impractical size packaging. If the piece of equipment in which the unapproved chemical oxygen generator is installed is so large (e.g., an aircraft seat) as to not be practically able to be fully enclosed in the packaging prescribed in paragraphs (g)(1)(ii) of this section, then a visible and durable warning tag must be securely attached to the piece of equipment stating ``THIS ITEM CONTAINS A CHEMICAL OXYGEN GENERATOR.''

      (2) Testing. Each unapproved chemical oxygen generator, without its packaging, must be capable of withstanding a 1.8 meter drop onto a rigid, non-resilient, flat and horizontal surface, in the position most likely to cause damage, with no actuation or loss of contents.

      (3) Marking. (i) If the unapproved chemical oxygen generator is inside a piece of equipment which is sealed or difficult to determine if an oxygen generator is present, for example--a closed sealed passenger service unit, then a visible and durable warning sign must be attached to the piece of equipment stating: ``THIS ITEM CONTAINS A CHEMICAL OXYGEN GENERATOR''; and

      (ii) Each outer package, and overpack if used, must be visibly and durably marked with the following statement: ``THIS PACKAGE IS NOT AUTHORIZED FOR TRANSPORTATION ABOARD AIRCRAFT''.

      0

      23. In Sec. 173.181, revise introductory paragraph (a) and add paragraph (d) to read as follows:

      Sec. 173.181 Pyrophoric materials (liquids).

      * * * * *

      (a) Specification steel or nickel cylinders prescribed for any compressed gas except acetylene having a minimum design pressure of 1206 kPa (175 psig). DOT 3AL cylinders with a minimum marked service pressure of 1,800 psig and a maximum water capacity of 49 liters (13 gal) are authorized only for UN3194, Pyrophoric liquid, inorganic, n.o.s. Any preheating or heating of the DOT 3AL cylinders must be limited to a maximum temperature of 79.4 degC

      Page 5437

      (175emsp14degF). Cylinders with valves must be: * * *

      * * * * *

      (d) Packaging--A combination packaging consisting of the following:

      (1) Outer packaging. A 208 liter capacity UN1A2 drum that has been certified to PG I. The drum has a minimum wall thickness of 1.0 mm and the top head is closed with a steel closing ring with a minimum thickness of 2.4 mm.

      (2) Inner packaging. A 10 liter or 20 liter UN1A1 drum which has been certified to PG I. The drums have a minimum wall thickness of 1.9 mm. Both drums have 4 NPT or VCR openings, each with a diameter of 6.3 mm. The 10 liter or 20 liter drum must be fabricated from stainless steel. On the upper head, both the 10 and 20 liter drums are fitted with a center opening with a maximum diameter of 68.3 mm. The opening is sealed with a threaded closure fabricated from 316 stainless steel. No more than two (2) inner drums may be placed inside the outer drum.

      0

      24. In Sec. 173.184, add paragraph (c) to read as follows:

      Sec. 173.184 Highway or rail fusees.

      * * * * *

      (c) For transportation by highway, railroad flagging kits are not subject any other requirements of this subchapter when all of the following conditions are met:

      (1) The flagging kits may only contain fusees and railroad torpedoes as follows:

      (i) Fusee (rail or highway) (NA1325, Division 4.1, PG II).

      (ii) Articles, pyrotechnic (UN0431, Division 1.4G, PG II).

      (iii) Signal devices, hand (UN0373, Division 1.4S, PG II).

      (iv) Signal devices, hand (UN0191, Division 1.4G, PG II).

      (v) Signals, railway track, explosive (UN0193, Division 1.4S, PG II).

      (2) Fusees and railroad torpedoes must be transported in compartmented metal containers. Each compartment must have a cover with a latching device. Compartments for railroad torpedoes must be equipped with a spring loaded positive locking device. Each compartment may only contain one type of device.

      (3) Each flagging kit may contain a maximum of 36 fusees and 36 railroad torpedoes. No more than 6 flagging kits may be transported at one time on any motor vehicle.

      (4) Flagging kits may only be transported on railroad motor vehicles including privately owned motor vehicles under the direct control of on-duty railroad employees.

      (5) The fusees and railroad torpedoes must be kept in the closed flagging kits whenever they are not being used on the railroad right-

      of-way, while the motor vehicle is being driven, or whenever the motor vehicle is located on other than railroad property.

      (6) When left in unattended motor vehicles on non-railroad property, a flagging kit must be locked, locked inside the motor vehicle, or stored in a locked compartment on the motor vehicle.

      0

      25. In Sec. 173.193, revise paragraph (b) to read as follows:

      Sec. 173.193 Bromoacetone, methyl bromide, chloropicrin and methyl bromide or methyl chloride mixtures, etc.

      * * * * *

      (b) Bromoacetone, methyl bromide, chloropicrin and methyl bromide mixtures, chloropicrin and methyl chloride mixtures, and chloropicrin mixtures charged with non-flammable, non-liquefied compressed gas must be packed in Specification 3A, 3AA, 3B, 3C, 3E, 4A, 4B, 4BA, 4BW, or 4C cylinders having not over 113 kg (250 pounds) water capacity (nominal) except:

      (1) DOT specification 4BW cylinders containing chloropicrin and methyl bromide mixtures may not exceed 453 kg (1000 pounds). This capacity limit does not apply to shipments of methyl bromide; and

      (2) water capacity (nominal).

      * * * * *

      0

      26. In Sec. 173.226, add paragraph (f) to read as follows:

      Sec. 173.226 Materials poisonous by inhalation, Division 6.1, Packing Group I, Hazard Zone A.

      * * * * *

      (f) Liquid hazardous materials in Division 6.1 Packing Group I, Hazard Zone A are excepted from the segregation requirements of Sec. Sec. 174.81, 176.83, and 177.848(d) of this subchapter when packaged as follows:

      (1) Inner packaging system. The inner packaging system must consist of three packagings: (i): A glass, plastic or metal receptacle, with a capacity of not more than 1 liter (1 quart), securely cushioned with a non-reactive, absorbent material. The receptacle must have a closure which is held in place by any means capable of preventing back-off or loosening of the closure by impact or vibration during transportation.

      (ii) The receptacle must be packed within a leak-tight packaging of metal, with a capacity of not less than 4 liters (1 gallon); and

      (iii) The metal packaging must be securely cushioned with a nonreactive absorbent material and packed in a leak-tight UN 1A2 steel drum or UN 1H2 plastic drum, with a capacity of not less than 19 liters (5 gallons).

      (2) Outer packaging. The inner packaging system must be placed in a UN 1A2 steel drum or UN 1H2 plastic drum, with a capacity of not less than 114 liters (30 gallons). The inner packaging system must be securely cushioned with a non-reactive, absorbent material. The total amount of liquid contained in the outer packaging may not exceed 1 liter (1 quart).

      (3) Both the inner packaging system and the outer packaging must conform to the performance test requirements of Subpart M of part 178 of this subchapter at the Packing Group I performance level. The inner packaging system must meet these tests without benefit of the outer packaging.

      * * * * *

      0

      27. In Sec. 173.301, revise paragraphs (f)(1) through (2), (h)(2)(i), and add paragraph (f)(7) to read as follows:

      Sec. 173.301 General requirements for shipment of compressed gases and other hazardous materials in cylinders, UN pressure receptacles and spherical pressure vessels.

      * * * * *

      (f) Pressure relief device systems. (1) Except as provided in paragraphs (f)(5) through (f)(7) or (j) of this section, a cylinder filled with a gas and offered for transportation must be equipped with one or more pressure relief devices sized and selected as to type, location, and quantity, and tested in accordance with CGA Pamphlet S-

      1.1 (compliance with paragraph 9.1.1.1 is not required) and CGA Pamphlet S-7. The pressure relief device must be capable of preventing rupture of the normally filled cylinder when subjected to a fire test conducted in accordance with CGA Pamphlet C-14 (IBR, see Sec. 171.7 of this subchapter), or, in the case of an acetylene cylinder, CGA Pamphlet C-12 (IBR, see Sec. 171.7 of this subchapter).

      (2) A pressure relief device, when installed, must be in communication with the vapor space of a cylinder containing a Division 2.1 (flammable gas) material. This provision does not apply to DOT-

      specification 39 cylinders of 1.2L (75 cubic inches) or less in volume filled with a liquefied petroleum gas, methyl acetylene and propadiene mixtures, stabilized, propylene, propane or butane.

      * * * * *

      (7) A pressure relief device is not required on a DOT Specification 3E cylinder measuring up to 50mm (2 inches) in diameter by 305mm (12

      Page 5438

      inches) in length for the following gases in the maximum weight limits specified:

      (i) Carbon Dioxide 0.24L (8 oz. limit)

      (ii) Ethane 0.12L (4 oz. limit)

      (iii) Ethylene 0.12L (4 oz. limit)

      (iv) Hydrogen Chloride, anhydrous 0.24L (8 oz. limit)

      (v) Monochlorotrifluoromethane 0.35L (12 oz. limit)

      (vi) Nitrous oxide, 0.24L (8 oz. limit)

      (vii) Vinyl fluoride, stabilized 0.24L (8 oz. limit)

      * * * * *

      (h) * * *

      (2) * * *

      (i) By equipping the cylinder with securely attached metal or plastic caps of sufficient strength to protect valves from damage during transportation;

      * * * * *

      0

      28. In Sec. 173.302, revise paragraph (f)(1) to read as follows:

      Sec. 173.302 Filling of cylinders with nonliquefied (permanent) compressed gases or adsorbed gases.

      * * * * *

      (f) * * *

      (1) Only DOT specification 3A, 3AA, 3AL, 3E, 3HT, 39 cylinders, 4E (filled to less than 200 psig at 21 degC (70 degF), and UN pressure receptacles ISO 9809-1, ISO 9809-2, ISO 9809-3 and ISO 7866 cylinders are authorized.

      * * * * *

      0

      29. In Sec. 173.302a:

      0

    12. Revise paragraphs (a)(1) and (a)(5);

      0

    13. Add a new paragraph (a)(6);

      0

    14. Redesignate paragraphs (c), (d) and (e) as paragraphs (d), (e), and (f); and

      0

    15. Add new paragraph (c).

      The revisions and additons are to read as follows:

      Sec. 173.302a Additional requirements for shipment of nonliquefied (permanent) compressed gases in specification cylinders.

      (a) * * *

      (1) DOT 3, 3A, 3AA, 3AL, 3B, 3E, 4B, 4BA, 4BW, and 4E cylinders.

      * * * * *

      (5) Aluminum cylinders manufactured in conformance with specifications DOT 39, 3AL and 4E are authorized for oxygen only under the conditions specified in Sec. 173.302(b).

      (6) DOT 4E cylinders- DOT 4E cylinders with a maximum capacity of 43L (11 gal) must have a minimum rating of 240 psig and be filled to no more than 200 psig at 21 degC (70emsp14degF).

      * * * * *

      (c) Special filling limits for DOT 3A, 3AX, 3AA, and 3AAX cylinders containing Division 2.1 gases. A DOT specification 3A, 3AX, 3AA, and 3AAX cylinder may be filled with hydrogen and mixtures of hydrogen with helium, argon or nitrogen, to a pressure 10% in excess of its marked service pressure, if the following requirements are met:

      (1) The cylinder must confirm to all of the requirements of paragraph (b) of this section;

      (2) The cylinder was manufactured after December 31, 1945;

      (3) DOT specification 3A and 3AX cylinders are limited to those having an intermediate manganese composition.

      (i) Cylinders manufactured with intermediate manganese steel must have been normalized, not quench and tempered. Quench and temper treatment of intermediate steel is not authorized.

      (ii) Cylinders manufactured with chrome moly steel must have been normalized, not quenched and tempered, not normalized.

      (4) Cylinders must be equipped with safety relief devices as follows:

      (i) Cylinders less than 1.7 m (65 inches) in length must be equipped with fusible metal backed frangible disc devices;

      (ii) Cylinders 1.7 m (65 inches) or greater in length and 24.5 cm (9.63 inches) in diameter or larger must be equipped with fusible metal backed frangible disc devices or frangible disc devices. Cylinders having diameter of .56 m (22 inches) or larger must be equipped with frangible disc devices.

      (d) Carbon monoxide. Carbon monoxide must be offered in a DOT 3, 3A, 3AX, 3AA, 3AAX, 3AL, 3E, 3T or 4E cylinder having a minimum service pressure of 1800 psig. The pressure in a steel cylinder may not exceed 1000 psig at 21 degC (70emsp14degF), except that if the gas is dry and sulfur free, the cylinder may be filled to \5/6\ of the cylinder's service pressure or 2000 psig, whichever is less. A DOT 3AL cylinder may be filled to its marked service pressure. A DOT 4E cylinder must be rated at least 240 psig and be filled to no more than 200 psig at 21C (70F). A DOT 3AL or DOT 4E cylinder is authorized only when transported by motor vehicle, rail car, or cargo-only aircraft.

      (e) Diborane and diborane mixtures. Diborane and diborane mixed with compatible compressed gas must be offered in a DOT 3AL1800 or 3AA1800 cylinder. The maximum filling density of the diborane may not exceed 7%. Diborane mixed with compatible compressed gas may not have a pressure exceeding the service pressure of the cylinder if complete decomposition of the diborane occurs. Cylinder valve assemblies must be protected in accordance with Sec. 173.301(h).

      (f) Fluorine. Fluorine must be shipped in specification 3A1000, 3AA1000, or 3BN400 cylinders without pressure relief devices and equipped with valve protection cap. The cylinder may not be charged to over 400 psig at 21 degC (70 degF) and may not contain over 2.7 kg (6 lbs) of gas.

      0

      30. In Sec. 173.304, revise paragraph (d) to read as follows:

      Sec. 173.304 Filling of cylinders with liquefied compressed gases.

      * * * * *

      (d) Refrigerant and dispersant gases. Nontoxic and nonflammable refrigerant or dispersant gases must be offered for transportation in cylinders prescribed in Sec. 173.304a of this subchapter, or in DOT 2P, 2Q, or 2Q1 containers (Sec. Sec. 178.33, 178.33a, and 178.33d--2 of this subchapter). DOT 2P, 2Q, and 2Q1 must be packaged in a strong outer packaging of such design as to protect valves from damage or accidental functioning under conditions incident to transportation. For DOT 2P and 2Q containers, the pressure inside the containers may not exceed 87 psia at 21.1degC (70 degF). For 2Q1 containers, the pressure inside the container may not exceed 200 psig at 55 degC (131 degF). Each completed metal container filled for shipment must be heated until its contents reach a minimum temperature of 55 degC (131 degF) without evidence of leakage, distortion, or other defect. Each outer package must be plainly marked ``INSIDE CONTAINERS COMPLY WITH PRESCRIBED SPECIFICATIONS''.

      * * * * *

      0

      31. In Sec. 173.304a, revise in the table in paragraph (a)(2), the entries for:

      0

    16. Carbon dioxide; and

      0

    17. Nitrous oxide.

      Sec. 173.304a Additional requirements for shipment of liquefied compressed gases in specification cylinders.

      (a) * * *

      (2) For the gases named, the following requirements apply (for cryogenic liquids, see Sec. 173.316):

      Page 5439

      ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

      Packaging marked as shown in this

      column or of the same type with higher

      Maximum permitted service pressure must be used, except

      Kind of gas filling density as provided in Sec. Sec.

      (percent) (see Note 1) 173.301(l), 173.301a(e), and

      180.205(a) (see notes following table)

      ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

      * * * * * * *

      Carbon dioxide (see Notes 4, 7, and 8)......... 70.3 DOT-3A2000, DOT-3AA2000, DOT-3AX2000,

      DOT-3AAX2000, DOT-3T2000.

      Carbon dioxide (see Notes 4, 7, and 8)......... 73.2 DOT-3A2265, DOT-3AA2265, DOT-3AX2265,

      DOT-3AAX2265, DOT-3T2265.

      Carbon dioxide (see Notes 4, 7, and 8)......... 74.5 DOT-3A2400, DOT-3AA2400, DOT-3AX2400,

      DOT-3AAX2400, DOT-3T2400.

      * * * * * * *

      Nitrous oxide (see Notes 7, 8, and 11)......... 70.3 DOT-3A2000, DOT-3AA2000, DOT-3AX2000,

      DOT-3AAX2000, DOT-3T2000.

      Nitrous oxide (see Notes 7, 8, and 11)......... 73.2 DOT-3A2265, DOT-3AA2265, DOT-3AX2265,

      DOT-3AAX2265, DOT-3T2265.

      Nitrous oxide ( see Notes 7, 8, and 11)........ 74.5 DOT-3A2400, DOT-3AA2400, DOT-3AX2400,

      DOT-3AAX2400, DOT-3T2400.

      * * * * * * *

      ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

      * * * * *

      0

      32. In Sec. 173.306:

      0

    18. Revise paragraph (a) and (b);

      0

    19. Add paragraph (e)(2) and (m); and

      0

    20. Revise paragraphs (f) and (k).

      The revisions and additions read as follows:

      Sec. 173.306 Limited quantities of compressed gases.

      (a) Limited quantities of compressed gases for which exceptions are permitted as noted by reference to this section in Sec. 172.101 of this subchapter are excepted from labeling, except when offered for transportation or transported by air, and, unless required as a condition of the exception, specification packaging requirements of this subchapter when packaged in accordance with the following paragraphs. For transportation by aircraft, the package must conform to the applicable requirements of Sec. 173.27 of this subchapter and only packages of hazardous materials authorized aboard passenger-carrying aircraft may be transported as a limited quantity. In addition, shipments are not subject to subpart F (Placarding) of part 172 of this subchapter, to part 174 of this subchapter except Sec. 174.24, and to part 177 of this subchapter except Sec. 177.817. Each package may not exceed 30 kg (66 lbs.) gross weight.

      (1) When in containers of not more than 4 fluid ounces capacity (7.22 cubic inches or less) except cigarette lighters. Additional exceptions for certain compressed gases in limited quantities and the ORM-D hazard class are provided in paragraph (i) of this section.

      (2) When in refillable metal containers filled with a material that is not classed as a hazardous material to not more than 90% of capacity at 21.1 degC (70emsp14degF) and then charged with nonflammable, nonliquefied gas. Each container must be tested to three times the pressure at 21.1 degC (70emsp14degF) and, when refilled, be retested to three times the pressure of the gas at 21.1 degC (70emsp14degF). Also, one of the following conditions must be met:

      (i) The container is not over 0.95 L (1 quart) capacity and charged to not more than 170 psig (1172.1 kPa) at 21.1 degC (70emsp14degF), and must be packed in a strong outer packaging; or

      (ii) The container is not over 114 L (30 gallons) capacity and charged to not more than 75 psig (517.1 kPa) at 21.1 degC (70emsp14degF).

      (3) When in a metal aerosol (see Sec. 171.8 of this subchapter for a definition of aerosol) container of a non-DOT specification, a DOT 2P, a DOT 2Q, or a variation of a 2P or 2Q design, provided all of the following conditions are met. Additional exceptions for material in packaging conforming to this paragraph (a)(3) are provided in paragraph (i) of this section.

      (i) Capacity. The capacity of the container must not exceed 1 L (61.0 cubic inches).

      (ii) General pressure conditions. The authorized metal aerosol containers and associated pressure limits are provided in the following table. The pressure in the container must not exceed 180 psig at 55 degC (131emsp14degF) except as may be authorized for variations of a DOT specification container type. In any event, the metal container must be capable of withstanding without bursting a pressure of at least one and one-half times the equilibrium pressure of the contents at 55 degC (131emsp14degF).

      ------------------------------------------------------------------------

      Then, the gauge

      If the contents are placed in pressure (psi) at 55 Specification

      a . . . degC (131 degF) citation . . .

      must be . . .

      ------------------------------------------------------------------------

      non-DOT specification Up to but not

      container. exceeding 140.

      2P............................ Greater than 140 but Sec. 178.33

      not exceeding 160.

      2Q............................ Greater than 160 but Sec. 178.33a

      not exceeding 180.

      If the contents are placed in Then, the gauge Specification

      a variation of a 2P or 2Q pressure (psi) at 55 citation . . .

      specification in a . . . degC (131 degF)

      must be . . .

      2P1........................... Greater than 140 but Sec. 178.33c-2

      not exceeding 160.

      2Q1........................... Greater than 160 but Sec. 178.33d-2

      not exceeding 200.

      ------------------------------------------------------------------------

      Page 5440

      (iii) Liquid fill. The liquid content of the material and gas must not completely fill the container at 55 degC (131emsp14degF).

      (iv) Outer packaging. The containers must be packed in strong outer packagings.

      (v) Pressure testing. Each container, after it is filled, must be subjected to a test performed in a hot water bath; the temperature of the bath and the duration of the test must be such that the internal pressure reaches that which would be reached at 55 degC (131emsp14degF), or 50 degC (122emsp14degF) if the liquid phase does not exceed 95% of the capacity of the container at 50 degC (122emsp14degF)). If the contents are sensitive to heat, the temperature of the bath must be set at between 20 degC (68emsp14degF) and 30 degC (86emsp14degF) but, in addition, one container in 2,000 must be tested at the higher temperature. No leakage or permanent deformation of a container may occur. However, instead of this standard water bath test, container(s) may be tested using one of the following methods subject to certain conditions--

      (A) Alternative water bath test. (1) One filled container in a lot of 2,000 must be subjected to a test performed in a hot water bath; the temperature of the bath and the duration of the test must be such that the internal pressure reaches that which would be reached at 55 degC (131emsp14degF). If the container shows evidence of leakage or permanent deformation, the lot of 2,000 containers must be rejected;

      (2) A second filled container in the lot of 2,000 must be weighed and compared to the weight specification for the containers as documented in the operating procedures for the weight test. Failure of the container to meet the weight specification is evidence of leakage or overfilling and the lot of 2,000 must be rejected;

      (3) The remainder of the containers in the lot of 2,000 must be visually inspected (e.g, examination of the seams). Containers showing evidence of leakage or overfilling must not be transported; and

      (4) Each person employing this test must maintain a copy of the operating procedures (or an electronic file thereof) that is accessible at, or through, its principal place of business and must make the procedures available upon request, at a reasonable time and location, to an authorized official of the Department of Transportation.

      (B) Automated pressure test. Each person employing an automated process for pressure testing of filled containers must develop procedures for implementation of the test. Each person must maintain a copy of the procedures (or an electronic file thereof) that is accessible at, or through, its principal place of business and must make the procedures available upon request, at a reasonable time and location, to an authorized official of the Department of Transportation. The procedures must, at a minimum, include instruction on the following:

      (1) Pressure specifications. Each person must specify pressure standard(s) (e.g. a pressure limit or range) for a container respective of the design and/or contents. Each container, after it is filled, must be pressure checked and compared to the standards. For a pressure limit, any container exceeding the pressure limit must be rejected. For a pressure range, any container outside of the set range must be rejected. The instruments used to determine the pressure must be properly calibrated before a production run to an accuracy of +/- or better; and

      (2) Periodic inspection. At designated intervals, a randomly selected container must be inspected for proper closure and verification of filling pressure. If a container shows signs of improper closure or over-filling, five (5) additional randomly selected containers must be inspected. If any of the additional containers show signs of improper closure or over-filling, all containers produced since the last inspection must be rejected.

      (C) Weight test. Each person employing a weight test of filled containers must develop procedures for implementation of the test. Each person must maintain a copy of the procedures (or an electronic file thereof) that is accessible at, or through, its principal place of business and must make the procedures available upon request, at a reasonable time and location, to an authorized official of the Department of Transportation. The procedures must, at a minimum, include instruction on the following:

      (1) Weight specifications. Each person must specify target weight specifications for a particular container. Each container, after it is filled, must be weighed and compared to the target weight specification for the container. Any container outside the target weight specification is an indication of leakage or overfilling and must be rejected. The instruments used to determine the weight must be properly calibrated before a testing run and be sufficiently sensitive to measure within 0.10 g of the true weight of the container;

      (2) Heat testing and pressure limits. One container out of each lot of successfully filled containers must be heat tested by raising the internal pressure until it reaches that which would be reached at 55 degC (131emsp14degF). The lot size should be no greater than 2,000. If the pressure in the container exceeds the maximum pressure allowed for the container type or if the container shows signs of leakage or permanent deformation, the lot must be rejected. Alternatively, five (5) additional randomly selected containers from the lot may be tested to qualify the lot but if any of the five containers fail the test, the entire lot must be rejected;

      (3) Periodic inspection. At designated intervals, a randomly selected container must be inspected for proper closure and verification of filling pressure. If a container shows signs of improper closure or over-filling, five (5) additional randomly selected containers must be inspected. If any of the additional containers show signs of improper closure or over-filling, all containers produces since the last inspection must be rejected; and

      (4) Visual inspection. Each container must be visually inspected prior to being packaged. Any container showing signs of leakage or permanent deformation must be rejected.

      (D) Leakage test. (1) Pressure and leak testing before filling. Each empty container must be subjected to a pressure equal to or in excess of the maximum expected in the filled containers at 55 degC (131emsp14degF) (or 50 degC (122emsp14degF) if the liquid phase does not exceed 95% of the capacity of the container at 50 degC (122emsp14degF)). This must be at least two-thirds of the design pressure of the container. If any container shows evidence of leakage at a rate equal to or greater than 3.3 x 10-2 mbar L/s at the test pressure, distortion or other defect, it must be rejected; and

      (2) Testing after filling. The person filling each container must ensure that the crimping equipment is set appropriately and the specified propellant is used before filling a container. Once filled, each container must be weighed and leak tested. The leak detection equipment must be sufficiently sensitive to detect at least a leak rate of 2.0 x 10-3 mbar L/s at 20 degC (68emsp14degF). Any filled container which shows evidence of leakage, deformation, or overfilling must be rejected.

      (vi) Each outer packaging must be marked ``INSIDE CONTAINERS COMPLY WITH PRESCRIBED REGULATIONS.''

      (4) When in gas samples transported under the following conditions:

      (i) A gas sample may only be transported as non-pressurized gas when its pressure corresponding to ambient atmospheric pressure in the

      Page 5441

      container is not more than 105 kPa absolute (15.22 psia).

      (ii) Non-pressurized gases, toxic (or toxic and flammable) must be packed in hermetically sealed glass or metal inner packagings of not more than one L (0.3 gallons) overpacked in a strong outer packaging.

      (iii) Non-pressurized gases, flammable must be packed in hermetically sealed glass or metal inner packagings of not more than 5 L (1.3 gallons) and overpacked in a strong outer packaging.

      (5) For limited quantities of Division 2.2 gases with no subsidiary risk, when in a plastic aerosol (see Sec. 171.8 of this subchapter for a definition of aerosol) container of a non-DOT specification or a DOT 2S, provided all of the following conditions are met. Additional exceptions for material in packaging conforming to this paragraph (a)(5) are provided in paragraph (i) of this section.

      (i) Capacity. The capacity of the container must not exceed 1 L (61.0 cubic inches).

      (ii) General pressure conditions. The authorized plastic aerosol containers and associated pressure limits are provided in the following table. The pressure in the container must not exceed 160 psig at 55 degC (131emsp14degF) except as may be authorized for variations, if any, of a DOT specification container type. In any event, the metal container must be capable of withstanding without bursting a pressure of at least one and one-half times the equilibrium pressure of the contents at 55 degC (131emsp14degF).

      ------------------------------------------------------------------------

      Then, the gauge

      If the contents are placed in pressure (in psig) at Specification

      a . . . 55 degC (131 degF) citation . . .

      must be . . .

      ------------------------------------------------------------------------

      non-DOT specification Up to but not

      container. exceeding 140

      2S............................ Greater than 140 but Sec. 178.33b

      not exceeding 160.

      ------------------------------------------------------------------------

      (iii) Liquid fill. Liquid content of the material and gas must not completely fill the container at 55 degC (131emsp14degF).

      (iv) Outer packaging. The containers must be packed in strong outer packagings.

      (v) Pressure testing. Except as provided in paragraph (a)(5)(vi) of this section, each container must be subjected to a test performed in a hot water bath; the temperature of the bath and the duration of the test must be such that the internal pressure reaches that which would be reached at 55 degC (131emsp14degF) or 50 degC (122emsp14degF) if the liquid phase does not exceed 95% of the capacity of the container at 50 degC (122emsp14degF). If the contents are sensitive to heat, or if the container is made of plastic material which softens at this test temperature, the temperature of the bath must be set at between 20 degC (68emsp14degF) and 30 degC (86emsp14degF) but, in addition, one container in 2,000 must be tested at the higher temperature. No leakage or permanent deformation of a container may occur except that a plastic container may be deformed through softening provided that it does not leak.

      (vi) Leakage test. As an alternative to the hot water bath test in paragraph (a)(5)(v) of this section, testing may be performed as follows:

      (A) Pressure and leak testing before filling. Each empty container must be subjected to a pressure equal to or in excess of the maximum expected in the filled containers at 55 degC (131emsp14degF) (or 50 degC (122emsp14degF) if the liquid phase does not exceed 95% of the capacity of the container at 50 degC (122emsp14degF). This must be at least two-thirds of the design pressure of the container. If any container shows evidence of leakage at a rate equal to or greater than 3.3 x 10-2 mbar L/s at the test pressure, distortion or other defect, it must be rejected; and

      (B) Testing after filling. Prior to filling, the filler must ensure that the crimping equipment is set appropriately and the specified propellant is used before filling the container. Once filled, each container must be weighed and leak tested. The leak detection equipment must be sufficiently sensitive to detect at least a leak rate of 2.0 x 10-3 mbar L/s at 20 degC (68emsp14degF). Any filled container which shows evidence of leakage, deformation, or excessive weight must be rejected.

      (vii) Each outer packaging must be marked ``INSIDE CONTAINERS COMPLY WITH PRESCRIBED REGULATIONS.''

      (b) Exceptions for foodstuffs, soap, biologicals, electronic tubes, and audible fire alarm systems. Limited quantities of compressed gases (except Division 2.3 gases) for which exceptions are provided as indicated by reference to this section in Sec. 172.101 of this subchapter, when in accordance with one of the following paragraphs, are excepted from labeling, except when offered for transportation or transported by aircraft, and the specification packaging requirements of this subchapter. For transportation by aircraft, the package must conform to the applicable requirements of Sec. 173.27 of this subchapter and only packages of hazardous materials authorized aboard passenger-carrying aircraft may be transported as a limited quantity. In addition, shipments are not subject to subpart F (Placarding) of part 172 of this subchapter, to part 174 of this subchapter, except Sec. 174.24, and to part 177 of this subchapter, except Sec. 177.817. Additional exceptions for certain compressed gases in limited quantities and the ORM-D hazard class are provided in paragraph (i) of this section.

      (1) Foodstuffs or soaps with soluble or emulsified compressed gas are authorized in non-refillable metal or plastic containers not to exceed 1 L (61.0 cubic inches) provided the pressure does not exceed a pressure of 140 psig at 55 degC (131emsp14degF) except as may be authorized for variations DOT of a specification container type. For pressure greater than 140 psig to 160 psig, a 2P1 or 2Q2 may be used. In no case may the pressure of the contents be greater than 150 psig at 75emsp14degF. Plastic containers must only contain Division 2.2 non-flammable soluble or emulsified compressed gas. In any event, the metal or plastic container must be capable of withstanding, without bursting, a pressure of at least one and one-half times the equilibrium pressure of the contents at 55 degC (131emsp14degF).

      ------------------------------------------------------------------------

      Then, the gauge

      If the contents are placed in pressure (in psig) at Specification

      a . . . 55 degC (131 degF) citation . . .

      must be . . .

      ------------------------------------------------------------------------

      non-DOT specification metal or Up to but not ................

      plastic container. exceeding 140.

      If the contents are placed in Then, the gauge Specification

      a variation of a 2P or 2Q pressure (in psig) at citation . . .

      specification in a . . . 55 degC (131

      degF) must be . . .

      2P1........................... Greater than 140 but Sec. 178.33c-2

      not exceeding 160.

      Page 5442

      2Q2........................... Greater than 140 but Sec. 178.33d-3

      not exceeding 160.

      ------------------------------------------------------------------------

      (i) Containers must be packed in strong outer packagings.

      (ii) Liquid content of the material and the gas must not completely fill the container at 55 degC (131emsp14degF).

      (iii) Each outer packaging must be marked ``INSIDE CONTAINERS COMPLY WITH PRESCRIBED REGULATIONS.''

      (2) Cream in refillable metal or plastic containers with soluble or emulsified compressed gas. Plastic containers must only contain Division 2.2 non-flammable soluble or emulsified compressed gas. Containers must be of such design that they will hold pressure without permanent deformation up to 375 psig and must be equipped with a device designed so as to release pressure without bursting of the container or dangerous projection of its parts at higher pressures. This exception applies to shipments offered for transportation by refrigerated motor vehicles only.

      (3) Nonrefillable metal or plastic containers charged with a Division 6.1 Packing Group III or nonflammable solution containing biological products or a medical preparation which could be deteriorated by heat, and compressed gas or gases. Plastic containers must only contain 2.2 non-flammable soluble or emulsified compressed gas. The capacity of each container may not exceed 35 cubic inches (19.3 fluid ounces). The pressure in the container may not exceed 140 psig at 55 degC (131emsp14degF), and the liquid content of the product and gas must not completely fill the containers at 55 degC (131emsp14degF). One completed container out of each lot of 500 or less, filled for shipment, must be heated, until the pressure in the container is equivalent to equilibrium pressure of the contents at 55 degC (131emsp14degF). There must be no evidence of leakage, distortion, or other defect. The container must be packed in strong outer packagings.

      (4) Electronic tubes, each having a volume of not more than 30 cubic inches and charged with gas to a pressure of not more than 35 psig and packed in strong outer packagings.

      (5) Audible fire alarm systems powered by a compressed gas contained in an inside metal container when shipped under the following conditions:

      (i) Each inside container must have contents which are not flammable, poisonous, or corrosive as defined under this part,

      (ii) Each inside container may not have a capacity exceeding 35 cubic inches (19.3 fluid ounces),

      (iii) Each inside container may not have a pressure exceeding 70 psig at 21.1 degC (70emsp14degF) and the liquid portion of the gas may not completely fill the inside container at 55 degC (131emsp14degF), and

      (iv) Each nonrefillable inside container must be designed and fabricated with a burst pressure of not less than four times its charged pressure at 55 degC (131emsp14degF). Each refillable inside container must be designed and fabricated with a burst pressure of not less than five times its charged pressure at 55 degC (131emsp14degF).

      * * * * *

      (e) * * *

      (2) Used refrigerating machines. (i) Packaging. Reconditioned (used) refrigerating machines (UN 2857, Div. 2.2) may be excepted from the marking requirements of Sec. 172.302(c) and transported by motor vehicle when they conform to the requirements prescribed in Sec. 173.306(e)(1), are secured or permanently attached to the motor vehicle, and are:

      (A) Permanently affixed to a steel base structure,

      (B) Permanently affixed to a trailer, or

      (C) Manufactured with a rigid internal structure designed for transportation and stacking conditions such that they do not leak and do not deteriorate, distort, or become damaged in a manner that could adversely affect their safety or reduce their strength in transportation, cause instability in stacks of refrigerating machines, or cause damage to these machines in a way that is likely to reduce safety in transportation.

      (ii) Testing. Used refrigerating machines returned from their rental locations must be transported back to an authorized original equipment manufacturer service facility and undergo maintenance, repair and/or replacement that renders these machines back to the same operational level as that of new refrigerating machines, and must undergo a leak test by a certified technician, prior to re-shipment.

      * * * * *

      (f) Accumulators (Articles, pressurized pneumatic or hydraulic containing non-flammable gas). The following applies to accumulators, which are hydraulic accumulators containing nonliquefied, nonflammable gas, and nonflammable liquids or pneumatic accumulators containing nonliquefied, nonflammable gas, fabricated from materials which will not fragment upon rupture.

      (1) Accumulators installed in motor vehicles, construction equipment, and assembled machinery and designed and fabricated with a burst pressure of not less than five times their charged pressure at 70emsp14degF, when shipped, are not subject to the requirements of this subchapter.

      (2) Accumulators charged with limited quantities of compressed gas to not more than 200 psig at 70emsp14degF are excepted from labeling (except when offered for transportation by air) and the specification packaging requirements of this subchapter when shipped under the following conditions. In addition, shipments are not subject to subpart F of part 172 of this subchapter, to part 174 of this subchapter except Sec. 174.24 and to part 177 of this subchapter except Sec. 177.817.

      (i) Each accumulator must be shipped as an inside packaging;

      (ii) Each accumulator may not have a gas space exceeding 2,500 cubic inches under stored pressure; and

      (iii) Each accumulator must be tested, without evidence of failure or damage, to at least three times its charged pressure of 70emsp14degF, but not less than 120 psi before initial shipment and before each refilling and reshipment.

      (3) Accumulators with a charging pressure exceeding 200 psig at 70emsp14degF and in compliance with the requirements stated in paragraph (f)(2), (i), (ii), and (iii) of this section, as applicable, are excepted from labeling (except when offered for transportation by air) and the specification packaging requirements of this subchapter when shipped under the following conditions:

      (i) Each accumulator must be designed and fabricated with a burst pressure of not less than five (5) times its charged pressure at 70emsp14degF when shipped;

      (ii) For an accumulator with a gas space not to exceed 100 cubic inches, it must be designed and fabricated with a burst pressure of not less than five (5) times its charged pressure at 70emsp14degF. Out of each lot not to exceed 1,000 successively produced accumulators per day of the same type, accumulators must be tested, in lieu of the testing of

      Page 5443

      paragraph (f)(2)(iii) of this section, as follows:

      (A) One (1) accumulator must be tested to the minimum design burst pressure;

      (B) Two (2) accumulators, one at the beginning of production and one at the end must be tested to at least two and a half times the charge pressure without evidence of leakage or distortion;

      (C) If accumulators fail either test, an additional four (4) sets of accumulators from the lot may be tested. If any additional accumulators fail, the lot must be rejected;

      (D) Accumulators must be packaged in strong outer packaging.

      (iii) For an accumulator with a gas space not to exceed 30 cubic inches, it must be designed and fabricated with a burst pressure of not less than four (4) times its charged pressure at 70emsp14degF. Out of each lot not to exceed 1,000 successively produced accumulators per day of the same type, accumulators must be tested, in lieu of the testing of paragraph (f)(2)(iii) of this section, as follows:

      (A) One (1) accumulator must be tested to the minimum design burst pressure;

      (B) Two (2) accumulators, one at the beginning of production and one at the end must be tested to at least two and a half times the charge pressure without evidence of leakage or distortion;

      (C) If accumulators fail either test, an additional four (4) sets of accumulators from the lot may be tested. If any additional accumulators fail, the lot must be rejected;

      (D) Accumulators must be packaged in strong outer packaging.

      (4) Accumulators intended to function as shock absorbers, struts, gas springs, pneumatic springs or other impact or energy-absorbing devices are not subject to the requirements of this subchapter provided each:

      (i) Has a gas space capacity not exceeding 1.6 L and a charge pressure not exceeding 280 bar, where the product of the capacity expressed in liters and charge pressure expressed in bars does not exceed 80 (for example, 0.5 L gas space and 160 bar charge pressure);

      (ii) Has a minimum burst pressure of 4 times the charge pressure at 20 degC for products not exceeding 0.5 L gas space capacity and 5 times the charge pressure for products greater than 0.5 L gas space capacity;

      (iii) Design type has been subjected to a fire test demonstrating that the article relieves its pressure by means of a fire degradable seal or other pressure relief device, such that the article will not fragment and that the article does not rocket; and

      (iv) Accumulators must be manufactured under a written quality assurance program which monitors parameters controlling burst strength, burst mode and performance in a fire situation as specified in paragraphs (f)(4)(i) through (f)(4)(iii) of this section. A copy of the quality assurance program must be maintained at each facility at which the accumulators are manufactured.

      (5) Accumulators not conforming to the provisions of paragraphs (f)(1) through (f)(4) of this section, may only be transported subject to the approval of the Associate Administrator.

      * * * * *

      (k) Aerosols for recycling or disposal. Aerosols (as defined in Sec. 171.8 of the subchapter) intended to be recycled or for disposal may be transported only under the following conditions:

      (1) Used aerosols conforming to paragraph (a)(3), (a)(5), (b)(1), (b)(2), or (b)(3) of this section are not subject to the 30 kg (66 pounds) gross weight limitation when transported by motor vehicle for purposes of recycling or disposal under the following conditions:

      (i) The strong outer packaging and its contents must not exceed a gross weight of 500 kg (1,100 pounds);

      (ii) Each aerosol must be secured with a cap to protect the valve stem or the valve stem must be removed; and

      (iii) The packaging must be offered for transportation or transported by--

      (A) Private or contract motor carrier; or

      (B) Common carrier in a motor vehicle under exclusive use for such service.

      (2) Aerosols intended to conform to (a)(3) or (a)(5) at the time of filling but that are leaking or have been improperly filled may be transported for disposal under the conditions provided below. These aerosols are not eligible for the exceptions provided in paragraphs (a) and (i) of this section except for subpart F (Placarding) of part 172 of this subchapter.

      (i) Packaging. (A) The aerosols must be packaged in a metal or plastic removable head salvage drum that is a UN 1A2, 1B2, 1N2 or 1H2 drum tested and marked for at least the Packing Group II performance level for liquids;

      (B) Each drum shall be provided, when necessary, with sufficient cushioning and absorption material to prevent excessive shifting of the aerosols and to eliminate the presence of any free liquid at the time the drum is closed. All cushioning and absorbent material used in the drum must be compatible with the hazardous material; and

      (C) The pressure inside each completed drum, at any time during transportation, may not exceed the design test pressure marked on the drum.

      (ii) Hazard communication. (A) Instead of the marking requirements for non-bulk packages in Sec. 172.301 of this subchapter, each drum must be marked with either ``AEROSOL SALVAGE'' or ``AEROSOL SALVAGE DRUM'' in association with the required label(s); and

      (B) The overpack marking requirements of Sec. 173.25 of this subchapter do not apply.

      (3) Modal restrictions. The completed drums must be offered for transportation or transported by private or contract carrier going by highway or rail. Vessel or air transportation is not authorized.

      * * * * *

      (m) For additional exceptions, see Sec. 173.307 of this part.

      33. In Sec. 173.315, paragraph (a)(2) table, the entry ``Division 2.2 materials not specifically provided for in this table'' is revised, and a new Note 28 is added. The revision and addition read as follows:

      Sec. 173.315 Compressed gases in cargo tanks and portable tanks.

      (a) * * *

      (1) * * *

      (2) * * *

      Page 5444

      ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

      Maximum permitted filling density Specification container required

      -------------------------------------------------------------------------------

      Kind of gas Percent by volume

      Percent by weight (see par. (f) of Type (see Note 2) Minimum design

      (see Note 1) this section) pressure (psig)

      ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

      * * * * * * *

      Division 2.2, materials not See par. (c) of See Note 7........ DOT-51, MC-330, MC- See Notes 19 and

      specifically provided for in this section. 331. 28.

      this table.

      * * * * * * *

      ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

      * * * * *

      Note 28: For UN1080, Sulfur hexafluoride, a non-specification cargo tank that otherwise conforms to a DOT Specification MC 331 cargo tank except for design pressure and capacity is authorized. Design pressure may not exceed 600 psig. The water capacity range for each tank is 15 to 500 gallons.

      * * * * *

      0

      34. In Sec. 173.319, revise paragraph (d)(2) table to read as follows:

      Sec. 173.319 Cryogenic liquids in tank cars.

      * * * * *

      (d) * * *

      (2) * * *

      Pressure Control Valve Setting or Relief Valve Setting

      ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

      Maximum permitted filling density (percent by weight)

      Maximum start-to-discharge -------------------------------------------------------------------------------

      pressure (psig) Ethylene Ethylene Ethylene Hydrogen

      ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

      17.............................. .................. .................. .................. 6.60

      45.............................. 52.8..............

      75.............................. 51.1.............. 51.1..............

      Maximum pressure when offered 10 psig........... 20 psig........... 20 psig........... ..................

      for transportation.

      Design service temperature...... Minus 260 degF.. Minus 260 degF.. Minus 155 degF.. Minus 423 degF.

      Specification (see Sec. 113D60W........... 113C120W.......... 113D120W.......... 113A175W.

      180.507(b)(3) of this 113C60W........... 113A60W.

      subchapter).

      ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

      * * * * *

      0

      35. In Sec. 173.322, add paragraph (f) to read as follows:

      Sec. 173.322 Ethyl chloride.

      * * * * *

      (f) Exceptions. Ethyl chloride may be transported by motor vehicle, railcar, or cargo vessel as a limited quantity under the following conditions:

      (1) Packaging. A specification DOT-2P or a DOT-2Q non-refillable inner receptacle with a maximum capacity of not more than four (4) fluid ounces, inside an outer packaging tested and certified to the PG I level.

      (2) Marking. Each outer packaging must be plainly and durably marked ``NOT AUTHORIZED FOR TRANSPORTATION BY PASSENGER OR CARGO AIRCRAFT''.

      * * * * *

      PART 174--CARRIAGE BY RAIL

      0

      36. The authority citation for part 174 continues to read as follows:

      Authority: 49 U.S.C. 5101-5128; 49 CFR 1.81 and 1.97.

      0

      37. In Sec. 174.67, revise paragraph (g) to read as follows:

      Sec. 174.67 Tank car unloading.

      * * * * *

      (g) The valve cap, or the reducer when a large outlet is to be used, must be removed with a suitable wrench after the set screws are loosened and a pail must be placed in position to catch any liquid that may be in the outlet chamber. If the valve cap or reducer does not unscrew easily, it may be tapped lightly with a mallet or wooden block in an upward direction. If leakage shows upon starting the removal, the cap or reducer may not be entirely unscrewed. Sufficient threads must be left engaged and sufficient time allowed to permit controlled escape of any accumulation of liquid in the outlet chamber. If the leakage stops or the rate of leakage diminishes materially, the cap or reducer may be entirely removed. If the initial rate of leakage continues, further efforts must be made to seat the outlet valve (see paragraph (f) of this section). If this fails, the cap or reducer must be screwed up tight and the tank must be unloaded through the dome. If upon removal of the outlet cap the outlet chamber is found to be blocked with frozen liquid or any other matter, the cap must be replaced immediately and a careful examination must be made to determine whether the outlet casting has been cracked. If the obstruction is not frozen liquid, the car must be unloaded through the dome. If the obstruction is frozen liquid and no crack has been found in the outlet casting, the car may, if circumstances require it, be unloaded from the bottom by removing the cap and attaching unloading connections immediately. Before opening the valve inside the tank car with a frozen liquid blockage:

      (1) Steam must be applied to the outside of the outlet casting or wrap casting with burlap or other rags and apply hot water to the wrapped casting to melt the frozen liquid; or

      (2) For combustible liquid or Class 3 liquid petroleum distillate fuels the blockage may be cleared by attaching a fitting to the outlet line and applying nitrogen at a pressure of 50 to 100 psi.

      * * * * *

      PART 176--CARRIAGE BY VESSEL

      0

      38. The authority citation for part 176 continues to read as follows:

      Authority: 49 U.S.C. 5101-5128; 49 CFR 1.81 and 1.97.

      Page 5445

      0

      39. Revise Sec. 176.90 to read as follows:

      Sec. 176.90 Private Automobiles.

      (a) Class 1 (explosive) material. A private automobile which is carrying any Class 1 (explosive) material (except permitted fireworks or small arms ammunition) may not be transported on a passenger-

      carrying ferry vessel unless the Class 1 (explosive) material is in compliance with packaging, labeling, marking, and certification requirements of this subchapter. Permitted fireworks and small arms ammunition may be carried without the required packaging, labeling, marking, or certification if they are in tight containers.

      (b) Engines, gasoline, or liquefied petroleum gas. Engines, internal combustion, flammable gas powered or flammable liquid powered, including when fitted in machinery or vehicles (i.e. motor vehicles, recreational vehicles, campers, trailers), vehicle flammable liquid or flammable gas powered, gasoline, and petroleum gases, liquefied or liquefied petroleum gas when included as part of a motor home, recreational vehicle, camper, or trailer; are excepted from the requirements of this subchapter if the following conditions are met:

      (1) Any container showing deterioration which might affect its integrity must not be allowed on board the vessel. A visual inspection by a responsible member of the crew must be made of each cylinder of liquefied petroleum gas before it may be allowed aboard the vessel. A cylinder that has a crack or leak, is bulged, has a defective valve or a leaking or defective pressure relief device, or bears evidence of physical abuse, fire or heat damage, or detrimental rusting or corrosion, may not offered for transportation on board the vessel. Leaking or damaged containers of gasoline may not be offered for transportation on board the vessel.

      (2) Motor vehicles may be stowed in the same hold or compartment or on the vehicle deck of passenger vessels with cylinders of liquefied petroleum gas when the cylinders are securely attached to recreational vehicles, such as campers or trailers.

      (3) Extra containers of gasoline (including camp stove or lantern fuel) and portable cylinders of liquefied petroleum gas (including cylinders for camping equipment) not securely attached to recreational vehicles must be stowed in the vessel's paint locker. Containers must be securely closed.

      (4) All liquefied petroleum gas cylinders must be secured by closing the shut-off valves prior to the recreational vehicles being loaded on the vessels. The owner or operator of each recreational vehicle must be directed to close all operating valves within the vehicles.

      (5) ``No smoking'' signs must be posted on the vehicle decks and, if used for storage of hazardous materials; in close proximity to the vessel's paint locker.

      (6) An hourly patrol of the vehicle decks must be made by a crewmember. Any unusual or dangerous situation must be reported to the vessel's master.

      (7) Passengers may be allowed on the vehicle decks during the voyage and are subject to the control of the crew personnel conducting the continuous vehicle deck patrol.

      (8) Each person responsible for performing a function authorized by this section must be trained in accordance with subpart H of part 172 of this subchapter and on the requirements of this section.

      (9) Shipments made under this paragraph are subject to the Hazardous Materials Incident Reporting requirements specified in Sec. Sec. 171.15 and 171.16 of this subchapter.

      PART 177--CARRIAGE BY PUBLIC HIGHWAY

      0

      40. The authority citation for part 177 continues to read as follows:

      Authority: 49 U.S.C. 5101-5128; sec. 112 of Pub. L. 103-311, 108 Stat. 1673, 1676 (1994); sec. 32509 of Pub. L. 112-141, 126 Stat. 405, 805 (2012); 49 CFR 1.81 and 1.97.

      0

      41. Section 177.820 is added to read as follows:

      Sec. 177.820 Movement of motor vehicles across highways.

      Materials in Class 2, Class 3, Class 4, Class 5, Class 6, Class 8, and Class 9; Class 7 Radioactive material, excepted packages (UN 2908, UN 2909, UN 2910, and UN 2911); and Combustible liquids are not subject to 49 CFR, Part 172 Subparts C (Shipping Papers), D (Marking), E (Labeling), and F (Placarding) of part 172 when moved directly across a public road provided:

      (a) The movement is from one part of a facility to another;

      (b) The public road is not more than a two lane single roadway; and

      (c) Access to the public road must be restricted by signals, lights, gates, or similar controls.

      0

      42. In Sec. 177.834, revise paragraphs (i)(3), (i)(4), and (l)(2)(i) remove and reserve paragraph (l)(2)(ii) to read as follows:

      Sec. 177.834 General Requirements.

      * * * * *

      (i) * * *

      (3) A qualified person ``attends'' the loading or unloading of a cargo tank only if, throughout the process:

      (i) Except for unloading operations subject to Sec. Sec. 177.837(d), 177.840(p), and 177.840(q), the qualified person is within 7.62 m (25 feet) of the cargo tank. The qualified person attending the unloading of a cargo tank must be alert and have an unobstructed view of the cargo tank and delivery hose to the maximum extent practicable during the unloading operation; or

      (ii) The qualified person observes all loading or unloading operations by means of a video monitor located at a remote control station, and the loading or unloading system is equipped as follows:

      (A) The video monitoring system must have a motorized zoom lens, and must be capable of panning and zooming from the remote control station. The camera must be mounted so as to provide an unobstructed view of all equipment involved in the loading or unloading operations, including all valves, hoses, domes, and safety relief devices. In addition, the view capability must include the entire containment area.

      (B) Upon loss of video, loading or unloading operations must be immediately terminated.

      (C) Shut-off valves operable from the remote control station must be provided.

      (D) In the event of a remote system failure, a qualified person must immediately resume attending the loading or unloading of the cargo tank as provided in paragraph (i)(3)(i).

      (E) A containment area must be provided capable of holding the contents of as many cargo tank motor vehicles as might be loaded at any single time.

      (F) A qualified person must personally conduct a visual inspection of each cargo tank motor vehicle after it is loaded, prior to departure, for any damage that may have occurred during loading; or

      (iii) Hoses used in the loading or unloading operations are equipped with cable connected wedges, plungers or flapper valves located at each end of the hose, able to stop the flow of product from both the source and the receiving tank within one second without human intervention in the event of a hose rupture, disconnection or separation.

      (A) Prior to each use, each hose must be inspected to ensure that it is of sound quality, without defects detectable through visual observation; and

      (B) The loading or unloading operations must be physically inspected

      Page 5446

      by a qualified person at least once every sixty (60) minutes.

      (4) A person is ``qualified'' if he has been made aware of the nature of the hazardous material which is to be loaded or unloaded, has been instructed on the procedures to be followed in emergencies, and except for persons observing loading or unloading operations by means of a video monitor and persons inspecting hoses in accordance with paragraph (3)(iii)(B), is authorized to move the cargo tank, and has the means to do so.

      * * * * *

      (l) * * *

      (2) * * *

      (i) Use of combustion cargo heaters. A motor vehicle equipped with a combustion cargo heater may be used to transport Class 3 (flammable liquid) or Division 2.1 (flammable gas) materials only if the following requirements in paragraph (A) or (B) are met:

      (A) The combustion cargo heater is powered by diesel fuel or propane and each of the following requirements are met:

      (1) Electrical apparatus in the cargo compartment is non-sparking or explosion proof.

      (2) There is no combustion apparatus in the cargo compartment.

      (3) There is no connection for return of air from the cargo compartment to the combustion apparatus.

      (4) The heating system will not heat any part of the cargo to more than 54 degC (130emsp14degF).

      (5) Heater requirements under Sec. 393.77 of this title are complied with.

      (6) The heater unit and its fuel supply must be externally mounted on the truck or trailer.

      (7) The heater unit must retain combustion in a sealed combustion chamber.

      (8) The heater unit must utilize outside air for combustion (air from the cargo space cannot be used for combustion).

      (9) Heater unit combustion gases must be exhausted to the outside of the truck or trailer.

      (B) It is a catalytic heater and each of the following requirements are met:

      (1) The heater's surface temperature cannot exceed 54 degC (130emsp14degF)--either on a thermostatically controlled heater or on a heater without thermostatic control when the outside or ambient temperature is 16 degC (61emsp14degF) or less.

      (2) The heater is not ignited in a loaded vehicle.

      (3) There is no flame, either on the catalyst or anywhere in the heater.

      (4) The manufacturer has certified that the heater meets the requirements under paragraph (l)(2)(i)(B) of this section by permanently marking the heater ``MEETS DOT REQUIREMENTS FOR CATALYTIC HEATERS USED WITH FLAMMABLE LIQUID AND GAS.''

      (5) The heater is also marked ``DO NOT LOAD INTO OR USE IN CARGO COMPARTMENTS CONTAINING FLAMMABLE LIQUID OR GAS IF FLAME IS VISIBLE ON CATALYST OR IN HEATER.''

      \(ii) Reserved

      * * * * *

      0

      43. In Sec. 177.838, the title of the section is revised and paragraph (i) is added to read as follows:

      Sec. 177.838 Class 4 (flammable solid) materials, Class 5 (oxidizing) materials, and Division 4.2 (self-heating and pyroforic liquid) materials.

      * * * * *

      (i) Division 4.2 (self-heating) materials. Notwithstanding the segregation requirements of Sec. 177.848(d) of this part, the following Division 4.2 (self-heating) materials may be transported on the same transport vehicle with Class 8 (corrosive) materials. The hazardous materials must be palletized with a minimum height of 100 mm (4 inches) off the floor of the vehicle, and the Division 4.2 (self-

      heating) material is separated from the corrosive material by a minimum horizontal distance of 1.2 m (4 feet).

      (1) Sodium hydrosulfite or sodium dithionite, UN1384, in Packing Group II or III packaged in UN 1A2 steel drums that meet the Packing Group II performance requirements of subpart M of part 178 of this title.

      (2) Thiourea dioxide, UN3341, in Packing Group II or III packaged in UN 1G fiber drums meeting packing group II performance requirements of subpart M of part 178 of this title.

      (3) Self-heating, solid, organic, n.o.s., UN3088, in Packing Group II or III packaged in UN 1G fiber drums meeting packing group II performance requirements of subpart M of part 178 of this title.

      * * * * *

      0

      44. In Sec. 177.840, add paragraph (a)(3) to read as follows:

      Sec. 177.840 Class 2 (gases) materials.

      (a) * * *

      (3) Cylinders containing material classed as Division 2.3, Hazard Zone A. (i) Notwithstanding the segregation requirements of Sec. 177.848(d) of this part, a cylinder containing a Division 2.3, Hazard Zone A materials may be transported on the same transport vehicle with materials classed as Division 2.1, Class 3, Class 4, Class 5, and Class 8 if all of the following requirements are met:

      (A) The Division 2.3, Hazard Zone A material must be packaged as authorized by this subchapter. In addition, each package must be must be placed in a plastic bag which is taped closed and then overpacked in a UN 1A2 steel drum tested and marked for a Packing Group II or higher performance level with insulation material inside to protect the cylinders from fire. The outside of the overpack must be marked with an indication that the inner packagings conform to the prescribed specifications.

      (B) A Division 2.1 material requiring strong non-bulk outer packagings in accordance with Sec. 173.301(a)(9) of this subchapter must be overpacked in a UN 1A2 steel or 1H2 plastic drum tested and marked for a Packing Group II or higher performance level. The outside of the overpack must be marked with an indication that the inner packagings conform to the prescribed specifications.

      (C) Packages containing Division 2.3 Hazard Zone A material must be separated within the transport vehicle from packages containing Division 2.1, Class 3, Class 4, Class 5, and Class 8 materials by a minimum horizontal distance of 1.5 m (5 feet). In addition, all steel or plastic overpacks containing packages of Division 2.3, Hazard Zone A or Division 2.1 material must be placed on pallets within the transport vehicle.

      (ii) Notwithstanding the segregation requirements of Sec. 177.848(d) of this part, Division 2.3, Hazard Zone A materials may be transported on the same transport vehicle with non-bulk packagings and IBCs meeting a UN performance standard containing only the residue of Division 2.1, 4.3, 5.1, and Class 3 and 8 materials if all of the following requirements are met:

      (A) The materials are transported in enclosed trailers equipped with inlet and outlet vent openings with a minimum total area of one square foot per 1,000 cubic feet of trailer volume. Electrical systems within the trailer's interior must be non-sparking or explosion proof.

      (B) Cylinders must be transported in an upright position and securely restrained within the trailer, or loaded into racks, secured to pallets, or packed in wooden or fiberboard boxes or crates to prevent the cylinders from shifting or overturning within the motor vehicle under normal transportation conditions. If cylinders are secured to a pallet, the pallet must be designed to transport 1,590 kg (3,500 lbs.) per pallet and the cylinders must be secured within the

      Page 5447

      pallet by a web strap rated at 4,545 kg (10,000 lbs.).

      (C) A cylinder containing Division 2.3 Hazard Zone A materials must be separated from non-bulk packagings and IBCs meeting a UN performance standard containing the residue of materials in Division 2.1, 4.3, or 5.1, or Class 3 or 8 by a minimum horizontal distance of 3 m (10 feet). The maximum gross weight of Division 2.3 Hazard Zone A material carried on one vehicle must not exceed 3,636 kg (8,000 lbs.).

      (D) Motor carriers must have a ``satisfactory'' safety rating as prescribed in Part 385 of this Title.

      * * * * *

      0

      45. In Sec. 177.841, add paragraph (f) to read as follows:

      Sec. 177.841 Division 6.1 and Division 2.3 materials.

      * * * * *

      (f) Notwithstanding the segregation requirements of Sec. 177.848(d) of this part, when transported by highway by private or contract motor carrier, Division 6.1 Packing Group I, Hazard Zone A materials meeting the definition of a hazardous waste as provided in Sec. 171.8 of this subchapter, may be transported on the same transport vehicle with materials classed as Class 3, Class 4, Class 5, and Class 8. The Division 6.1 Packing Group I, Hazard Zone A materials must be loaded on pallets and separated from the Class 3, Class 4, Class 5, and Class 8 materials by a minimum horizontal distance of 2.74 m (9 feet) when in conformance with the following:

      (1) These materials are placed in combination packagings as prescribed in Sec. 173.226(c).

      (2) Combination packages containing materials poisonous by inhalation, Division 6.1, Packing Group I, Hazard Zone A, must be:

      (i) Filled and packed by employees;

      (ii) On pallets, when in a transport vehicle; and

      (iii) Separated from hazardous materials assigned to Class 3, Class 8 or Divisions 4.1, 4.2, 4.3, 5.1, 5.2 by a nine foot (minimum distance) buffer zone, when in a transport vehicle. The buffer zone may be established by:

      (A) A load lock;

      (B) Empty drums;

      (C) Drums containing hazardous materials (e.g., Class 9) that are compatible with materials in all other drums immediately around them; or

      (D) Drums containing non-hazardous materials that are compatible with materials in all other drums immediately around them.

      * * * * *

      PART 178--SPECIFICATIONS FOR PACKAGINGS

      0

      46. The authority citation for part 178 continues to read as follows:

      Authority: 49 U.S.C. 5101-5128; 49 CFR 1.81 and 1.97.

      0

      47. Section 178.33c is added to read as follows:

      Sec.

      178.33c Specification 2P; inner nonrefillable metal receptacle variations.

      178.33c-1 Compliance.

      178.33c-2 Variation 1.

      178.33c-2 Variation 1.

      Sec. 178.33c Specification 2P; inner nonrefillable metal receptacle variations.

      Sec. 178.33c-1 Compliance.

      Each container must continue to comply with the details for a 2P container in accordance with Sec. 178.33-1 of this subpart except for the specific variations provided in this section.

      Sec. 178.33c-2 Variation 1.

      In accordance with Sec. 178.33c-1, the following modifications or additional conditions apply under Variation 1--

      (a) Manufacture. Side seams: Not permitted. Ends: The ends shall be designed to withstand pressure and be equipped with a pressure relief system (e.g., rim-venting release or a dome expansion device) designed to function prior to bursting of the container.

      (b) Tests. (1) One out of each lot of 25,000 containers or less, successively produced per day complete with ends assembled (and without a pressure relief system assembled) shall be pressure tested to destruction at gauge pressure and must not burst below 240 psig. For containers with a pressure relief system as described in paragraph (a) of this section and assembled, it must function at not less than 175 psig and not greater than 85% of the minimum design burst pressure for that container (minimum 240 psig). Failure at a location other than the pressure relief system will reject the lot.

      (2) Each such 25,000 containers or less, successively produced per day, shall constitute a lot and if the test container(s) shall fail, the lot shall be rejected. For containers with an end expansion device, the lot must be rejected if the container bursts prior to buckling of the device. Otherwise, ten (10) additional containers of each container design produced may be selected at random and subjected to the test. These containers shall be complete with ends assembled. Should any of the containers thus tested fail, the entire lot must be rejected. All containers constituting a lot shall be of like material, size, design construction, finish, and quality.

      (c) Each container must be marked to show: DOT-2P1.

      0

      48. Section 178.33d is added to read as follows:

      Sec.

      178.33d Specification 2Q; inner nonrefillable metal receptacle variations.

      178.33d-1 Compliance.

      178.33d-2 Variation 1.

      178.33d-3 Variation 2.

      Sec. 178.33d Specification 2Q; inner nonrefillable metal receptacle variations.

      Sec. 178.33d-1 Compliance.

      Each container must continue to comply with the details for a 2Q container in accordance with Sec. 178.33a-1 of this subpart except for the specific variations provided in this section.

      Sec. 178.33d-2 Variation 1.

      In accordance with Sec. 178.33d-1, the following modifications or additional conditions apply under Variation 1--

      (a) Type and size. The maximum capacity of containers in this class shall not exceed 0.40 L (24.4 cubic inches). The maximum inside diameter shall not exceed 2.1 inches.

      (b) Manufacture. Ends: The top of the container must be designed with a pressure relief system consisting of radial scores on the top seam(s). The bottom of the container must be designed to buckle at a pressure greater than the pressure at which the top buckles and vents.

      (c) Wall thickness. The minimum wall thickness for any container shall be 0.0085 inches.

      (d) Tests. (1) Two containers (one without a pressure relief system and one with) out of each lot of 2,500 or less, successively produced per day shall be pressure tested to destruction at gauge pressure. The container without a pressure relief system must not burst below 300 psig. The container assembled with a pressure relief system as described in paragraph (b) of this section must be tested such that the top (dome) buckles at not less than 75% of the tested burst pressure (minimum 300 psig).

      (2) Each such 2,500 containers or less, successively produced per day, shall constitute a lot and if the test container(s) shall fail, the lot shall be rejected. Otherwise, five (5) additional pairs of containers may be selected at random and subjected to the test under which failure occurred. Should any of the containers thus tested fail, the entire lot must be rejected. All containers constituting a lot shall be of like material, size, design construction, finish, and quality.

      Page 5448

      (e) Each container must be marked to show: DOT-2Q1.

      Sec. 178.33d-3 Variation 2.

      In accordance with Sec. 178.33d-1, the following modifications or additional conditions apply under Variation 2--

      (a) Manufacture. Ends: The ends shall be designed to withstand pressure and the container equipped with a pressure relief system (e.g., rim-venting release or a dome expansion device) designed to buckle prior to the burst of the container.

      (b) Tests. One out of each lot of 10,000 containers or less, successively produced per day shall be pressure tested to destruction at gauge pressure and must not burst below 270 psig. For containers with a pressure relief system as described in paragraph (a) of this section and assembled, it must function at not less than 175 psig and not greater than 85% of the minimum design burst pressure of that container (minimum 270 psig). Failure at a location other than the pressure relief system will reject the lot.

      (c) Each container must be marked to show: DOT-2Q2.

      PART 180--CONTINUING QUALIFICATION AND MAINTENANCE OF PACKAGINGS

      0

      49. The authority citation for part 180 continues to read as follows:

      Authority: 49 U.S.C. 5101-5128; 49 CFR 1.81 and 1.97.

      0

      50. Section 180.209 is amended as follows:

      0

    21. In paragraph (a), Table 1 ``Requalification of Cylinders'' is amended, and a footnote is added;

      0

    22. Revise paragraph (e); and

      0

    23. Amend the Table in paragraph (g).

      The revision and amendments read as follows.

      Sec. 180.209 Requirements for requalification of specification cylinders.

      (a) * * *

      Table 1--Requalification of Cylinders \1\

      ------------------------------------------------------------------------

      Specification under which Minimum test Requalification

      cylinder was made pressure (psig) \2\ period (years)

      ------------------------------------------------------------------------

      DOT 3....................... 3000 psig........... 5.

      DOT 3A, 3AA................. 5/3 times service 5, 10, or 12 (see

      pressure, except Sec. 180.209(b),

      noncorrosive (e), (f), (h), and

      service (see Sec. (j)).

      180.209(g)).

      DOT 3AL..................... 5/3 times service 5, 10 or 12 (see

      pressure. Sec. 180.209(e),

      (j) and Sec.

      180.209(m) \3\).

      DOT 3AX, 3AAX............... 5/3 times service 5, 10 (see Sec.

      pressure. 180.209(e).

      3B, 3BN..................... 2 times service 5 or 10 (see Sec.

      pressure (see Sec. 180.209(e), (f)).

      180.209(g)).

      3E.......................... Test not required.

      3HT......................... 5/3 times service 3 (see Sec. Sec.

      pressure. 180.209(k) and

      180.213(c)).

      3T.......................... 5/3 times service 5.

      pressure.

      4AA480...................... 2 times service 5 or 10 (see Sec.

      pressure (see Sec. 180.209(e) or (h)).

      180.209(g)).

      4B, 4BA, 4BW, 4B-240ET...... 2 times service 5, 10, or 12 (see

      pressure, except Sec. 180.209(e),

      non-corrosive (f), and (j)).

      service (see Sec.

      180.209(g)).

      4D, 4DA, 4DS................ 2 times service..... 5.

      DOT 4E...................... 2 times service 5 or 10 (See Sec.

      pressure, except 180.209(e)).

      non-corrosive (see

      Sec. 180.209(g)).

      4L.......................... Test not required. ....................

      8, 8AL...................... .................... 10 or 20 (see Sec.

      180.209(i)).

      Exemption or special permit See current See current

      cylinder. exemption or exemption or

      special permit. special permit.

      Foreign cylinder (see Sec. As marked on 5 (see Sec. Sec.

      173.301(j) of this cylinder, but not 180.209(l) and

      subchapter for restrictions less than 5/3 of 180.213(d)(2)).

      on use). any service or

      working pressure

      marking.

      ------------------------------------------------------------------------

      \1\ Any cylinder not exceeding 2 inches outside diameter and less than 2

      feet in length is excepted from volumetric expansion test.

      \2\ For cylinders not marked with a service pressure, see Sec.

      173.301a(b) of this subchapter.

      \3\ This provision does not apply to cylinders used for carbon dioxide,

      fire extinguisher or other industrial gas service.

      * * * * *

      (e) Proof pressure test. A cylinder made in conformance with specifications 4B, 4BA, 4BW, or 4E protected externally by a suitable corrosion-resistant coating and used exclusively for non-corrosive gas that is commercially free from corroding components may be requalified by volumetric expansion testing or proof pressure testing every 10 years instead of every 5 years. When subjected to a proof pressure test, the cylinder must be carefully examined under test pressure and removed from service if a leak or defect is found.

      * * * * *

      (g) * * *

      ------------------------------------------------------------------------

      Cylinders conforming to . . . Used exclusively for . . .

      ------------------------------------------------------------------------

      * * * * * * *

      DOT 4BW................................ Alkali metal alloys, liquid,

      n.o.s., Alkali metal

      dispersions or Alkaline earth

      metal dispersions, Potassium,

      Potassium Sodium alloys and

      Sodium that are commercially

      free of corroding components.

      ------------------------------------------------------------------------

      * * * * *

      0

      51. In Sec. 180.213, revise paragraph (c) to read as follows:

      Sec. 180.213 Requalification markings.

      * * * * *

      (c) Requalification marking method. The depth of requalification markings may not be greater than specified in the applicable specification. The markings must be made by stamping, engraving, scribing, or applying a label embedded in epoxy that will remain legible and durable throughout the life of the

      Page 5449

      cylinder, or by other methods that produce a legible, durable mark.

      * * * * *

      Issued in Washington, DC.

      Magdy El-Sibaie,

      Associate Administrator for Hazardous Materials Safety, Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration.

      FR Doc. 2015-01263 Filed 1-29-15; 8:45 am

      BILLING CODE 4910-60-P

VLEX uses login cookies to provide you with a better browsing experience. If you click on 'Accept' or continue browsing this site we consider that you accept our cookie policy. ACCEPT