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49 CFR Parts 107, 171, et al.



Hazardous Materials Regulations: Minor Editorial Corrections and 
Clarifications; Final Rule

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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION

Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration

49 CFR Parts 107, 171, 172, 173, 175, 177, 178 and 180

[Docket No. PHMSA-2006-25496 (HM-189Z)]
RIN: 2137-AE20


Hazardous Materials Regulations: Minor Editorial Corrections and 
Clarifications

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

ACTION: Final rule.

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SUMMARY: This final rule corrects editorial errors, makes minor 
regulatory changes and, in response to requests for clarification, 
improves the clarity of certain provisions in the Hazardous Materials 
Regulations (HMR). The intended effect of this rule is to enhance the 
accuracy, and reduce misunderstandings of the regulations. The 
amendments contained in this rule are minor changes and do not impose 
new requirements.

DATES: Effective date: October 1, 2006.

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Kevin Leary, Office of Hazardous 
Materials Standards, (202) 366-8553, Pipeline and Hazardous Materials 
Safety Administration, U.S. Department of Transportation, 400 Seventh 
Street, SW., Washington, DC 20590-0001.

SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION:

I. Background

    PHMSA annually reviews the Hazardous Materials Regulations (HMR; 49 
CFR Parts 171-180) to identify errors that may confuse readers. 
Inaccuracies corrected in this final rule include typographical errors; 
incorrect references to regulations in the CFR; inaccurate office names 
and internet addresses; inconsistent use of terminology; and 
misstatements of certain regulatory requirements. In response to 
inquiries PHMSA received concerning the clarity of certain requirements 
specified in the HMR, certain other changes are made to reduce 
uncertainties.
    Because these amendments do not impose new requirements, notice and 
public procedure are unnecessary. By making these amendments effective 
without the customary 30-day delay following publication, the changes 
will appear in the next revision of 49 CFR.
    The following is a summary by section of the changes made in this 
final rule. It does not discuss all minor editorial corrections (e.g., 
punctuation errors), and certain other minor adjustments to enhance the 
clarity of the HMR (e.g., corrections to office names and internet 
addresses).

II. Section-by-Section Review

Part 107

    Section 107.105. In paragraph (a), we are removing the term 
``exemption'' and adding the term ``special permit'' in each place it 
appears.
    Section 107.504. In paragraph (d)(2), we are correcting the 
reference ``107.503(a)(3)'' to read ``107.503(a)(4)''.
    Section 107.616. In paragraph (a), we are revising the internet and 
mailing addresses to which persons must submit registration statements 
and payments.

Part 171

    Section 171.6. In paragraph (b)(2), the table of OMB control 
numbers is revised to update report titles, and affected sections for 
control numbers 2137-0018, 2137-0022, 2137-0034, 2137-0039, 2137-0557 
and to add a new entry for OMB control number 2137-0621.

Part 172

    Section 172.101 The Hazardous Materials Table (HMT). We are 
correcting entries in the HMT as follows:
     For the entry ``Acetylene, dissolved'' UN1001, we are 
correcting column (7) to add N86. This was inadvertently omitted.
     For the entry ``Acetylene, solvent free'', we are 
correcting Column (2) to italicize the words ``Acetylene, solvent 
free''. We are correcting Column (3), Hazard class or division to place 
the word ``Forbidden'' in Roman type. This correction appears as a 
``Remove/Add'' in this rulemaking.
     For the entry ``Aerosols, non-flammable, (each not 
exceeding 1 L capacity)'' UN1950, we are correcting column (10A) to 
read ``A''.
     For the entry ``Aerosols, poison, each not exceeding 1 L 
capacity'' UN1950, we are correcting Column (2) to italicize the word 
``poison.'' This correction appears as a ``Remove/Add'' in this 
rulemaking.
     For the entry ``Ammonia solution, relative density less 
than 0.880 at 15 degrees C in water, with more than 50 percent 
ammonia'' we are correcting Column (2) to italicize the words 
``relative density less than 0.880 at 15 degrees C in water, with more 
than 50 percent ammonia'' UN3318, we are correcting Column (3) Hazard 
class or division, to read ``2.3''. This correction appears as a 
``Remove/Add'' in this rulemaking.
     For the entry ``Ammonia solutions, relative density less 
than 0.880 at 15 degrees C in water, with more than 35 percent but not 
more than 50 percent ammonia'' UN2073, we are correcting Column (2) to 
italicize the words ``relative density less than 0.880 at 15 degrees C 
in water, with more than 35 percent but not more than 50 percent 
ammonia''. This correction appears as a ``Remove/Add'' in this 
rulemaking.
     For the entry ``Fertilizer ammoniating solution with free 
ammonia'' UN1043, we are correcting Column (2) to italicize the words 
``with free ammonia''. This correction appears as a ``Remove/Add'' in 
this rulemaking.
     For the entry ``Hydrogen bromide, anhydrous'' UN1048, we 
are correcting Column (6) to read ``2.3, 8''.
     For the entry ``hydrogen chloride, anhydrous'' UN1050 we 
are correcting Column (6) to read ``2.3, 8''.
     For the entry ``Hydrogen iodide, anhydrous'' UN2197, we 
are correcting Column (7) by adding N86. This was inadvertently 
omitted.
     For the entry ``methyl chloride or Refrigerant gas R 40'' 
UN1063, we are correcting Column (2) to italicize the word ``or'' This 
correction appears as a ``Remove/Add'' in this rulemaking.
     For the entry ``Organoarsenic compound, liquid, n.o.s.'' 
UN3280, PG I, we are correcting Column (8B) to read ``201''.
     For the entry ``Organoarsenic compound, liquid, n.o.s.'' 
UN3280, PG II, we are correcting Column (8B) to read ``202''.
     For the entry ``Organoarsenic compound, liquid, n.o.s.'' 
UN3280, PG III, we are correcting Columns (8B) and (8C) to read ``203'' 
and ``241'' respectively.
     For the entry ``Organometallic compound, toxic, liquid, 
n.o.s.'' UN3282, PG I, we are correcting Column (8B) to read ``201''.
     For the entry ``Organometallic compound, toxic, liquid, 
n.o.s.'' UN3282, PG II, we are correcting Column (8B) to read ``202''.
     For the entry ``Organometallic compound, toxic, liquid, 
n.o.s.'' UN3282, PG III, we are correcting Columns (8B) and (8C) to 
read ``203'' and ``241'' respectively.
     For the entry ``Oxygen difluoride, compressed'' UN2190, we 
are correcting column (10A) to read ``D'' and we are correcting Column 
(10B) Other provisions to read ``13, 40, 89, 90''.
     For the entry ``Radioactive material, uranium 
hexafluoride, fissile'' UN2977, we are correcting Column (1) to remove 
the symbol ``I''.
    Section 172.312. In paragraph (c)(5), we are correcting the wording

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``hermetically-sealed'' to read ``hermetically sealed''. In paragraph 
(c)(6), we are correcting the abbreviation ``ml'' to read ``mL'' for 
consistency with its use elsewhere in the HMR.

Part 173

    Section 173.13. In paragraph (c), we are correcting the wording 
``hermetically-sealed'' to read ``hermetically sealed'' each place it 
appears.
    Section 173.133. We are correcting the abbreviation ``ml'' to read 
``mL'' each place it appears for consistency with its use elsewhere in 
the HMR.
    Section 173.153. In the introductory text to paragraph (b), we are 
making minor editorial revisions.
    Section 173.166. We are removing paragraph (d)(5) because the 
transition period for transporting approved ``Air bag inflators, 
compressed gas, or air bag modules, compressed gas or Seat-belt 
pretensioners, compressed gas'' UN3353 has expired.
    Section 173.301. In the introductory text to paragraph (h), we are 
correcting ``173.301b(f)'' to read ``173.301b(c)''. In paragraph (i), 
we are correcting a section citation.
    Section 173.301b. In paragraph (a)(4), we are correcting the 
wording ``(a)(6) or (g)(1)'' to read ``(c)(2)(vi) or (d)(1)''.
    Section 173.302a. In paragraph (a)(3), the wording ``(75 in\3\ is 
corrected to read ``(75 in\3\)''.
    Section 173.306. In paragraph (a)(4), we are correcting the wording 
``hermetically-sealed'' to read ``hermetically sealed''. In the last 
sentence in paragraph (b), we are correcting the reference ``i'' to 
read ``h''. In paragraph (i), we are correcting the abbreviation ``ml'' 
to read ``mL'' for consistency with its use elsewhere in the HMR.
    Section 173.309. In paragraph (a)(3)(iv), we are correcting a 
section reference by revising the wording ``29 CFR 1910.157(e)'' to 
read ``29 CFR 1910.157'' of the Department of Labor, Occupational 
Safety and Health Administration's requirements for the requalification 
frequency and retest requirements for non-specification cylinders used 
as fire extinguishers. This revision is based on a petition for 
rulemaking (P-1224) submitted by the National Association of Fire 
Equipment Distributors Inc.
    Section 173.334. The first paragraph (a), is reformatted as 
introductory text.
    Section 173.435. In the Table of A 1 and A 2 
values for radionuclides, a typographical error in the entry for ``Cm-
243'' is corrected.

Part 175

    Section 175.75. In paragraph (c), we are adding a sentence to 
clarify the requirements of this paragraph do not apply to Class 9 and 
ORM-D materials. A similar sentence is added in paragraph (e)(5). The 
beginning of the introductory text to paragraph (e) is revised to add 
``For cargo aircraft only'' to clarify the exceptions provided by this 
section apply to cargo aircraft and not to passenger aircraft. Finally, 
the quantity and loading tables are revised and footnotes are added for 
the benefit of the reader.
    Section 175.78. In paragraph (c)(4)(i)(C), we are correcting the 
reference ``(c)(3)(ii)'' to read ``(c)(4)(ii)''. In paragraph 
(c)(4)(iv), we are correcting the reference ``(c)(3)(iii)'' to read 
``(c)(4)(iii)''.
    Section 175.702. In paragraph (a)(2)(ii), we are correcting the 
limits for the transport indexes. The reference to ``131.1 to 140.0'' 
is corrected to read ``130.1 to 140.0'' and the reference ``151.1 to 
160.0'' is corrected to read ``150.1 to 160.0''.

Part 177

    Section 177.835. In the introductory text to paragraph (g)(2), we 
are correcting the reference ``173.63'' to read ``173.62''.

Part 178

    Section 178.70. In paragraph (e)(4), we are making a minor 
editorial correction.
    Section 178.71. Paragraph (f) is reserved. In paragraph (l)(2), we 
are clarifying ISO 11119-2 and 11119-3 composite gas cylinders 
constructed in accordance with the requirements for underwater use must 
bear the ``UW'' mark. In paragraphs (p) and (r) we are correcting 
several paragraph designations.
    Section 178.245. We are removing sections 178.245 through 178.245-
7. These sections contain specifications for Specification 51; Steel 
portable tanks. The manufacture of new portable tanks to this 
specification has not been authorized since December 31, 2002.
    Section 178.270. We are removing sections 178.270 through 178.272-
2. These sections contain specifications for IM 101 and IM 102 portable 
tanks. The manufacture of new IM portable tanks to these specifications 
has not been authorized since December 31, 2002.
    Section 178.338-9. In paragraph (b)(2), we are correcting the 
reference ``178.338-18(b)(9)'' to read ``178.338-18(c)(10)''.

Part 180

    Section 180.207. In paragraph (d), we are revising the introductory 
text and paragraph (d)(1) containing the requalification requirements 
for UN cylinders made of high strength seamless steel for clarity.
    Section 180.209. In paragraph (a)(1), we are revising Table 1 to 
specify a seven-year requalification interval is permitted for DOT 
specification 4B, 4BA, 4BW, and 4E cylinders as currently stated in 
Sec.  180.209(e).
    Section 180.211. In paragraph (d)(3), we are correcting the 
reference ``180.215(d)'' to read ``180.215(c)''.
    Section 180.212. In paragraph (a)(1), we are revising the wording 
``subchapter'' to read ``chapter'' each place it appears.
    Section 180.215. In paragraph (b), we are removing the words ``if 
present'' after manufacturer's name or symbol because the 
manufacturer's name or symbol is required to be marked on cylinders.
    Section 180.509. The introductory text to paragraph (l) is 
reformatted to correct paragraph designations.

III. Regulatory Analyses and Notices

A. Executive Order 12866 and DOT Regulatory Policies and Procedures

    This final rule is not considered a significant regulatory action 
under section 3(f) of Executive Order 12866 and, therefore, was not 
reviewed by the Office of Management and Budget. This rule is not 
significant under the Regulatory Policies and Procedures of the 
Department of Transportation (44 FR 11034). This final rule will not 
result in increased compliance costs for hazardous materials shippers 
or carriers; therefore, it is not necessary to prepare a regulatory 
impact analysis.

B. Executive Order 13132

    This final rule has been analyzed in accordance with the principles 
and criteria in Executive Order 13132 (``Federalism''). This final rule 
does not adopt any regulation that: (1) Has 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; (2) imposes substantial direct compliance 
costs on State and local governments; or (3) preempts state law. PHMSA 
is not aware of any State, local, or Indian tribe requirements that 
would be preempted by correcting editorial errors and making minor 
regulatory changes. This final rule does not have sufficient

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federalism impacts to warrant the preparation of a federalism 
assessment.

C. Executive Order 13175

    This final rule has been analyzed in accordance with the principles 
and criteria contained in Executive Order 13175 (``Consultation and 
Coordination with Indian Tribal Governments''). Because this final rule 
does not have tribal implications, does not impose substantial direct 
compliance costs on Indian tribal governments, and does not preempt 
tribal law, the funding and consultation requirements of Executive 
Order 13175 do not apply, and a tribal summary impact statement is not 
required.

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

    I certify that this final rule will not have a significant economic 
impact on a substantial number of small entities. This rule makes minor 
editorial changes which will not impose any new requirements on persons 
subject to the HMR; thus, there are no direct or indirect adverse 
economic impacts for small units of government, businesses or other 
organizations.

E. Unfunded Mandates Reform Act of 1995

    This rule does not impose unfunded mandates under the Unfunded 
Mandates Reform Act of 1995. It does not result in costs of $120.7 
million or more to either State, local, or tribal governments, in the 
aggregate, or to the private sector, and is the least burdensome 
alternative that achieves the objective of the rule.

F. Paperwork Reduction Act

    There are no new information collection requirements in this final 
rule.

G. Environmental Impact Analysis

    There are no environmental impacts associated with this final rule.

H. 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 number contained in the heading 
of this document can be used to cross-reference this action with the 
Unified Agenda.

List of Subjects

49 CFR Part 107

    Administrative practice and procedure, Hazardous materials 
transportation, Packaging and containers, Penalties, Reporting and 
recordkeeping requirements.

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, Markings, 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 175

    Air carriers, Hazardous materials transportation, 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 vehicle safety, Packaging 
and containers, Reporting and recordkeeping requirements.

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In consideration of the foregoing, 49 CFR Chapter I is amended as 
follows:

PART 107--HAZARDOUS MATERIALS PROGRAM PROCEDURES

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1. The authority citation for part 107 continues to read as follows:

    Authority: 49 U.S.C. 5101-5128, 44701; Pub. L. 101-410 section 4 
(28 U.S.C. 2461 note); Pub. L. 104-121 sections 212-213; Pub. L. 
104-134 section 31001; 49 CFR 1.45, 1.53.


0
2. In Sec.  107.105, the introductory text to paragraph (a) is revised 
to read as follows:


Sec.  107.105  Application for special permit.

    (a) General. Each application for a special permit or modification 
of a special permit must be written in English and must--
* * * * *


Sec.  107.504  [Amended]

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3. In Sec.  107.504, in paragraph (d)(2), the phrase ``107.503(a)(3)'' 
is revised to read ``107.503(a)(4)''.

0
4. In Sec.  107.616, paragraph (a) is revised to read as follows:


Sec.  107.616  Payment procedures.

    (a) Except as provided in paragraph (d) of this section, each 
person subject to the requirements of this subpart must mail the 
registration statement and payment in full to the U.S. Department of 
Transportation, Hazardous Materials Registration, P.O. Box 70985, 
Charlotte, NC 28272-0985, or submit the statement and payment 
electronically through the Department's e-Commerce Internet site. 
Access to this service is provided at http://hazmat.dot.gov/regs/register/register.htm. A registrant required to file an amended 
registration statement under Sec.  107.608(c) must mail it to the same 
address or submit it through the same Internet site.
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PART 171--GENERAL INFORMATION, REGULATIONS, AND DEFINITIONS

0
5. The authority citation for part 171 continues to read as follows:

    Authority: 49 U.S.C. 5101-5128, 44701; 49 CFR 1.45 and 1.53; 
Pub. L. 101-410 section 4 (28 U.S.C. 2461 note); Pub. L. 104-134 
section 31001.


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6. In Sec.  171.6, in paragraph (b)(2) table, the following changes are 
made:
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a. The entries for Current OMB Control Nos. ``2137-0018'', ``2137-
0022'', ``2137-0034,'' ``2137-0039,'' and ``2137-0557,'' are revised; 
and
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b. An entry for OMB Control No. ``2137-0621'' is added, in numerical 
order.
    The revisions and addition read as follows:


Sec.  171.6  Control numbers under the Paperwork Reduction Act.

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    (b) * * *
    (2) Table.

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                                                               Title 49 CFR part or section where identified and
  Current OMB control No.                 Title                                    described
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2137-0018..................  Inspection and Testing of        Sec.  Sec.   173.24, 173.32, 178.3, 178.255,
                              Portable Tanks and               178.273, 178.274, 178.703, 178.801, 180.352,
                              Intermediate Bulk Containers.    180.605.
2137-0022..................  Testing, Inspection, and         Sec.  Sec.   173.302a, 173.303, 173.304, 173.309,
                              Marking Requirements for         178.2, 178.3, 178.35, 178.44, 178.45, 178.46,
                              Cylinders.                       178.57, 178.59, 178.60, 178.61, 178.68, 180.205,
                                                               180.209, 180.211, 180.213, 180.215, Appendix C to
                                                               Part 180.
2137-0034..................  Hazardous Materials Shipping     Sec.  Sec.   172.200, 172.201, 172.202, 172.203,
                              Papers and Emergency Response    172.204, 172.505, 172.600, 172.602, 172.604,
                              Information.                     172.606, 173.6, 173.7, 173.22, 173.56, 174.24,
                                                               174.26, 174.114, 175.30, 175.31, 175.33, 176.24,
                                                               176.27, 176.30, 176.36, 176.89, 177.817.
2137-0039..................  Hazardous Materials Incidents    Sec.  Sec.   171.15, 171.16, 171.21.
                              Reports.
 
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2137-0557..................  Approvals for Hazardous          Sec.  Sec.   107.402, 107.403, 107.405, 107.502,
                              Materials.                       107.503, 107.705, 107.713, 107.715, 107.717,
                                                               107.803, 107.805, 107.807, 110.30, 172.101,
                                                               172.102, Special Provisions 19, 26, 53, 55, 60,
                                                               105, 118, 121, 125, 129, 131, 133, 136, B45, B55,
                                                               B61, B69, B77, B81, N10, N72, 173.2a, 173.4,
                                                               173.7, 173.21, 173.22, 173.24, 173.31, 173.38,
                                                               173.51, 173.56, 173.58, 173.59, 173.124, 173.128,
                                                               173.159, 173.166, 173.171, 173.214, 173.222,
                                                               173.224, 173.225, 173.245, 173.301, 173.305,
                                                               173.306, 173.314, 173.315, 173.316, 173.318,
                                                               173.334, 173.340, 173.411, 173.433, 173.457,
                                                               173.471, 173.472, 173.476, 174.50, 174.63, 175.8,
                                                               175.85, 175.701, 175.703, 176.168, 176.340,
                                                               176.704, 178.3, 178.35, 178.47, 178.53, 178.270-
                                                               3, 178.270-13, 178.273, 178.274, 178.503,
                                                               178.509, 178.605, 178.606, 178.608, 178.801,
                                                               178.813, 180.213.
 
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2137-0621..................  Requirements for United Nations  Sec.  Sec.   173.301, 173.304, 173.304b, 178.69,
                              (UN) Cylinders.                  178.70, 178.74, 178.75, 180.207, 180.209,
                                                               180.212, 180.215, 180.217.
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PART 172--HAZARDOUS MATERIALS TABLE, SPECIAL PROVISIONS, HAZARDOUS 
MATERIALS COMMUNICATIONS, EMERGENCY RESPONSE INFORMATION, AND 
TRAINING REQUIREMENTS

0
7. The authority citation for part 172 continues to read as follows:

    Authority: 49 U.S.C. 5101-5128, 44701; 49 CFR 1.53.


0
8. In Sec.  172.101, the Hazardous Materials Table is amended by 
removing, adding and revising, in the appropriate alphabetical 
sequence, the following entries to read as follows:

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                                                                                                Sec.   172.101 Hazardous Materials Table
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                       Hazardous                                                                                                  Packaging (Sec.   173.***)  (8)            Quantity limitations  (9)         Vessel stowage  (10)
                       materials        Hazard                                                              Special      ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
     Symbols       descriptions and    class or     Identification          PG          Label codes     provisions (Sec.
                    proper shipping    division        numbers                                              172.102)        Exceptions       Non-bulk          Bulk          Passenger      Cargo air-       Location          Other
                         names                                                                                                                                             aircraft/rail    craft only
(1)               (2)...............         (3)  (4)..............  (5)............  (6)............  (7)..............  (8A)..........  (8B)..........  (8C)..........  (9A)..........  (9B)..........  (10A).........  (10B)
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    [REMOVE]
 
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                  Acetylene, solvent   Forbidden  .................  ...............  ...............  .................  ..............  ..............  ..............  ..............  ..............  ..............  ..............
                   free.
 
                                                                                                              * * * * * * *
                  Aerosols, poison,          2.2  UN1950...........  ...............  2.2, 6.1.......  .................  306...........  None..........  None..........  Forbidden.....  Forbidden.....  A.............  48, 87, 126
                   (each not
                   exceeding 1 L
                   capacity).
 
                                                                                                              * * * * * * *
I...............  Ammonia solution,          2.2  UN2188...........  ...............  2.3, 8.........  4, N87, T50......  None..........  304...........  314, 315......  Forbidden.....  Forbidden.....  D.............  40, 57
                   relative density
                   less than 0.880
                   at 15 degrees C
                   in water, with
                   more than 50
                   percent ammonia.
 
                                                                                                              * * * * * * *
                  Ammonia solutions,         2.2  UN2073...........  ...............  2.2............  N87..............  306...........  304...........  314, 315......  Forbidden.....  150 kg........  E.............  40, 57
                   relative density
                   less than 0.880
                   at 15 degrees C
                   in water, with
                   more than 35
                   percent but not
                   more than 50
                   percent ammonia.
 
                                                                                                              * * * * * * *
                  Fertilizer                 2.2  UN1043...........  ...............  2.2............  N87..............  306...........  304...........  314, 315......  Forbidden.....  150 kg........  E.............  40
                   ammoniating
                   solution with
                   free ammonia.
 
                                                                                                              * * * * * * *
                  Methyl chloride or         2.1  UN1063...........  ...............  2.1............  N86, T50.........  306...........  304...........  314, 315......  5 kg..........  100 kg........  D.............  40
                   Refrigerant gas R
                   40.
 
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      [ADD]
 
                                                                                                              * * * * * * *
                  Acetylene, solvent   Forbidden  .................  ...............  ...............  .................  ..............  ..............  ..............  ..............  ..............  ..............  ..............
                   free.
 
                                                                                                              * * * * * * *
                  Aerosols, poison,          2.2  UN1950...........  ...............  2.2, 6.1.......  .................  306...........  None..........  None..........  Forbidden.....  Forbidden.....  A.............  48, 87, 126
                   (each not
                   exceeding 1 L
                   capacity).
 

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I...............  Ammonia solution,          2.3  UN3318...........  ...............  2.3, 8.........  4, N87, T50......  None..........  304...........  314, 315......  Forbidden.....  Forbidden.....  D.............  40, 57
                   relative density
                   less than 0.880
                   at 15 degrees C
                   in water, with
                   more than 50
                   percent ammonia.
 
                                                                                                              * * * * * * *
                  Ammonia solutions,         2.2  UN2073...........  ...............  2.2............  N87..............  306...........  304...........  314, 315......  Forbidden.....  150 kg........  E.............  40, 57
                   relative density
                   less than 0.880
                   at 15 degrees C
                   in water, with
                   more than 35
                   percent but not
                   more than 50
                   percent ammonia.
 
                                                                                                              * * * * * * *
                  Fertilizer                 2.2  UN1043...........  ...............  2.2............  N87..............  306...........  304...........  314, 315......  Forbidden.....  150 kg........  E.............  40
                   ammoniating
                   solution with
                   free ammonia.
 
                                                                                                              * * * * * * *
                  Methyl chloride or         2.1  UN1063...........  ...............  2.1............  N86, T50.........  306...........  304...........  314, 315......  5 kg..........  100 kg........  D.............  40
                   Refrigerant gas R
                   40.
 
                                                                                                              * * * * * * *
    [REVISE]
 
                                                                                                              * * * * * * *
                  Acetylene,                 2.1  UN1001...........  ...............  2.1............  N86, N88.........  None..........  303...........  None..........  Forbidden.....  15 kg.........  D.............  25, 40, 57
                   dissolved.
 
                                                                                                              * * * * * * *
                  Aerosols, non-             2.2  UN1950...........  ...............  2.2............  .................  306...........  None..........  None..........  75 kg.........  150 kg........  A.............  48, 87, 126
                   flammable (each
                   not exceeding 1 L
                   capacity).
 
                                                                                                              * * * * * * *
                  Hydrogen bromide,          2.3  UN1048...........  ...............  2.3, 8.........  3, B14, N86, N89.  None..........  304...........  314, 315......  Forbidden.....  Forbidden.....  D.............  40
                   anhydrous.
 
                                                                                                              * * * * * * *
                  Hydrogen chloride,         2.3  UN1050...........  ...............  2.3, 8.........  3, N86, N89......  None..........  304...........  None..........  Forbidden.....  Forbidden.....  D.............  40
                   anhydrous.
 
                                                                                                              * * * * * * *
                  Hydrogen iodide,           2.3  UN2197...........  ...............  2.3............  3, B14, N86, N89.  None..........  304...........  314, 315......  Forbidden.....  Forbidden.....  D.............  40
                   anhydrous.
 
                                                                                                              * * * * * * *
                  Organoarsenic              6.1  UN3280...........  I..............  6.1............  5, T14, TP2,       None..........  201...........  242...........  1 L...........  30 L..........  B.............  ..............
                   compound, liquid,                                                                    TP13, TP27.
                   n.o.s.
                  ..................  ..........  .................  II.............  6.1............  IB2, T11, TP2,     153...........  202...........  242...........  5 L...........  60 L..........  B.............  ..............
                                                                                                        TP27.
                  ..................  ..........  .................  III............  6.1............  IB3, T7, TP1,      153...........  203...........  241...........  60 L..........  220 L.........  A.............  ..............
                                                                                                        TP28.
 
                                                                                                              * * * * * * *
G...............  Organometallic             6.1  UN3282...........  I..............  6.1............  T14, TP2, TP13,    None..........  201...........  242...........  1 L...........  30 L..........  B.............  ..............
                   compound, toxic,                                                                     TP27.
                   liquid, n.o.s..
                  ..................  ..........  .................  II.............  6.1............  IB2, T11, TP2,     153...........  202...........  242...........  5 L...........  60 L..........  B.............  ..............
                                                                                                        TP27.
                  ..................  ..........  .................  III............  6.1............  IB3, T7, TP1,      153...........  203...........  241...........  60 L..........  220 L.........  A.............
                                                                                                        TP28.

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                                                                                                              * * * * * * *
                  Oxygen difluoride,         2.3  UN2190...........  ...............  2.3, 5.1, 8....  1, N86...........  None..........  304...........  None..........  Forbidden.....  Forbidden.....  D.............  13, 40, 89, 90
                   compressed.
 
                                                                                                              * * * * * * *
                  Radioactive                  7  UN2977...........  ...............  7, 8...........  .................  453...........  417, 420......  417, 420......  ..............  ..............  A.............  95, 132
                   material, uranium
                   hexafluoride,
                   fissile.
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* * * * *


Sec.  172.312  [Amended]

0
9. In Sec.  172.312, the following changes are made:
0
a. In paragraph (c)(5), the phrase ``hermetically-sealed'' is revised 
to read ``hermetically sealed''; and
0
b. In paragraph (c)(6), the abbreviation ``ml'' is revised to read 
``mL''.

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. 5101-5127, 44701; 49 CFR 1.45, 1.53.


Sec.  173.13  [Amended]

0
11. In Sec.  173.13, the phrase ``hermetically-sealed'' is revised to 
read ``hermetically sealed'' in paragraphs (c)(1)(ii), (c)(1)(iv) and 
(c)(2)(ii).

0
12. In Sec.  173.133, the abbreviation ``ml'' is revised to read ``mL'' 
each place it appears, and paragraph (b)(1)(iv) is revised to read as 
follows:


Sec.  173.133  Assignment of packing group and hazard zones for 
Division 6.1 materials.

* * * * *
    (b) * * *
    (1) * * *
    (iv) Using the calculated values LC50 (mixture) and R, 
the packing group for the mixture is determined as follows:

----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
           Packaging group  (hazard zone)                            Ratio of volatility and LC50
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
I (Hazard Zone A)...................................  R >= 500 and LC50 (mixture) <= 200 mL/m3.
I (Hazard Zone B)...................................  R >= 10 and LC50 (mixture) <= 1000 mL/m3; and the criteria
                                                       for Packing Group I, Hazard Zone A are not met.
II..................................................  R >= 1 and LC50 (mixture) <= 3000 mL/m3; and the criteria
                                                       for Packing Group I, Hazard Zones A and B are not met.
III.................................................  R >= 1/5 and LC50 (mixture) <= 5000 mL/m3; and the
                                                       criteria for Packing Group I, Hazard Zones A and B and
                                                       Packing Group II are not met.
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

* * * * *

0
13. In Sec.  173.153, the introductory text to paragraph (b) is revised 
to read as follows:


Sec.  173.153  Exceptions for Division 6.1 (poisonous materials).

* * * * *
    (b) Limited quantities of Division 6.1 materials. The exceptions in 
this paragraph do not apply to poison-by-inhalation materials. Limited 
quantities of poisonous materials (Division 6.1) in Packing Group II 
and III are excepted from the specification packaging requirements of 
this subchapter when packaged in combination packagings in accordance 
with the following:
* * * * *


Sec.  173.166  [Amended]

0
14. In Sec.  173.166, paragraph (d)(5) is removed.


Sec.  173.301  [Amended]

0
15. In Sec.  173.301, the following changes are made
0
a. In the introductory text to paragraph (h), the phrase 
``173.301b(f)'' is revised to read ``173.301b(c)''; and
0
b. In the introductory text to paragraph (i), the phrase ``173.313'' is 
revised to read ``173.312''.


Sec.  173.301b  [Amended]

0
16. In Sec.  173.301b, in paragraph (a)(4), the phrase ``(a)(6) or 
(g)(1)'' is revised to read ``(c)(2)(vi) or (d)(1)''.


Sec.  173.302a  [Amended]

0
17. In Sec.  173.302a, in paragraph (a)(3), the phrase ``1.23 L (75 
in3'' is corrected to read ``1.23 L (75 in3)''.


Sec.  173.306  [Amended]

0
18. In Sec.  173.306, the following changes are made:
0
a. In paragraph (a)(4)(iii), the phrase ``hermetically-sealed'' is 
revised to read ``hermetically sealed'';
0
b. In the last sentence of paragraph (b) introductory text the phrase 
``paragraph (i) of this section.'' is revised to read ``paragraph (h) 
of this section.''; and
0
c. In paragraph (i), the abbreviation ``ml'' is revised to read ``mL''.


Sec.  173.309  [Amended]

0
19. In Sec.  173.309, in paragraph (a)(3)(iv), the phrase ``29 CFR 
1910.157(e)'' is revised to read ``29 CFR 1910.157''.
0
20. In Sec.  173.334, the introductory text is revised to read as 
follows:


Sec.  173.334  Organic phosphates mixed with compressed gas.

    Hexaethyl tetraphosphate, parathion, tetraethyl dithio 
pyrophosphate, tetraethyl pyrophosphate, or other Division 6.1 organic 
phosphates (including a compound or mixture), may be mixed with a non-
flammable compressed gas. This mixture may not contain more than 20 
percent by weight of organic phosphate and must be packaged in DOT 
3A240, 3AA240, 3B240, 4B240, 4BA240, 4BW240 or UN cylinders meeting all 
of the following requirements:
* * * * *


Sec.  173.435  [Amended]

0
21. In Sec.  173.435, in the Table of A1 and A2 values in column seven 
under the heading ``(TBq/g)'' for the entry ``Cm-243'', the value ``1.9 
x 10-3'' is revised to read ``1.9''.

PART 175--CARRIAGE BY AIRCRAFT

0
22. The authority citation for part 175 continues to read as follows:

    Authority: 49 U.S.C. 5101-5128, 44701; 49 CFR 1.53.

0
23. In Sec.  175.75 the following changes are made:
0
a. A new sentence is added at the end of paragraph (c);
0
b. The introductory text to paragraph (e) is revised; and
0
c. Paragraph (e)(5) is revised.
    The addition and revisions read as follows:


Sec.  175.75  Quantity limitations and cargo location.

* * * * *
    (c) * * * These requirements do not apply to Class 9 and ORM-D 
materials.
* * * * *
    (e) For cargo aircraft only, the requirements of paragraph (c) and 
(d) do not apply to the following hazardous materials:
* * * * *
    (5) At a minimum, quantity limits and loading instructions in the 
following quantity and loading tables must be followed to maintain 
acceptable quantity and loading distances between packages containing 
hazardous materials. These requirements do not apply to Class 9 or ORM-
D materials. The quantity and loading tables are as follows:
Section 175.75 Quantity and Loading Tables
* * * * *

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                           Cargo Only Aircraft
    [Packages authorized for transport onboard a passenger aircraft]
------------------------------------------------------------------------
                   In an accessible cargo compartment
-------------------------------------------------------------------------
                                                      If packages are in
   If packages are accessible       If packages are        a Freight
                                     inaccessible          Container
------------------------------------------------------------------------
No limit........................  25 kg per           25 kg per
                                   compartment plus    container plus an
                                   an additional 75    additional 75 kg
                                   kg of Division      of Division 2.2
                                   2.2 material (see   material (see
                                   Note 1).            Note 1).
------------------------------------------------------------------------


------------------------------------------------------------------------
                  In an inaccessible cargo compartment
-------------------------------------------------------------------------
    If packages are not in a freight       If packages are in a freight
               container                            container
------------------------------------------------------------------------
25 kg per compartment plus an            25 kg per compartment plus an
 additional.                              additional 75 kg of Division
                                          2.2 material (see Note 1).
75 kg of Division 2.2 material.........  25 kg per compartment plus an
                                          additional 75 kg of Division
                                          2.2 material (see Note 1).
------------------------------------------------------------------------


                         Packages Only Authorized for Transport Aboard a Cargo Aircraft
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
                                       In an accessible cargo compartment
-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
                                                                  If packages are in a     If packages are in a
      If packages are accessible           If packages are       freight container and    freight container and
                                             inaccessible            are accessible          are inaccessible
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
No limit.............................  Forbidden (see Note 1).  No Limit...............  Forbidden (see Note 1).
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------


------------------------------------------------------------------------
                  In an inaccessible cargo compartment
-------------------------------------------------------------------------
    If packages are not in a freight       If packages are in a freight
               container                            container
------------------------------------------------------------------------
Forbidden (see Note 1).................  Forbidden (see Note 1).
------------------------------------------------------------------------


    Note 1: Except the following materials are not subject to this 
restriction:
    a. Class 3, PG III (unless the hazardous material meets the 
definition of another hazard class)
    b. Class 6 (unless also labeled as a flammable liquid)
    c. Class 7 (unless the hazardous material meets the definition 
of another hazard class)

Sec.  175.78  [Amended]

0
24. In Sec.  175.78, the following changes are made:
0
a. In paragraph (c)(4)(i)(C), the phrase ``(c)(3)(ii)'' is revised to 
read ``(c)(4)(ii)''; and
0
b. In the introductory text to paragraph (c)(4)(iv), the phrase 
``(c)(3)(iii)'' is revised to read ``(c)(4)(iii)''.

0
25. In Sec.  175.702, paragraph (a)(2)(ii) is revised to read as 
follows:


Sec.  175.702  Separation distance requirements for packages containing 
Class 7 (radioactive) materials in cargo aircraft.

    (a) * * *
    (2) * * *
    (ii) The minimum separation distances between the radioactive 
material and any areas occupied by persons that are specified in the 
following table are maintained:

------------------------------------------------------------------------
 Transport index or sum of transport     Minimum separation distances
   indexes of all packages in the    -----------------------------------
   aircraft of predesignated area        Centimeters         Inches
------------------------------------------------------------------------
50.1 to 60.0........................               465               183
60.1 to 70.0........................               505               199
70.1 to 80.0........................               545               215
80.1 to 90.0........................               580               228
90.1 to 100.0.......................               610               240
100.1 to 110.0......................               645               254
110.1 to 120.0......................               670               264
120.1 to 130.0......................               700               276
130.1 to 140.0......................               730               287
140.1 to 150.0......................               755               297
150.1 to 160.0......................               780               307
160.1 to 170.0......................               805               317
170.1 to 180.0......................               830               327
180.1 to 190.0......................               855               337
190.1 to 200.0......................               875               344
------------------------------------------------------------------------


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* * * * *

PART 177--CARRIAGE BY PUBLIC HIGHWAY

0
26. The authority citation for part 177 continues to read as follows:

    Authority: 49 U.S.C. 5101-5128; 49 CFR 1.53.


Sec.  177.835  [Amended]

0
27. In Sec.  177.835, in the introductory text to paragraph (g)(2), the 
reference to ``173.63'' is revised to read ``173.62''.

PART 178--SPECIFICATIONS FOR PACKAGINGS

0
28. The authority citation for part 178 continues to read as follows:

    Authority: 49 U.S.C. 5101-5128; 49 CFR 1.53.

0
29. In Sec.  178.70, paragraph (e)(4) is revised to read as follows:


Sec.  178.70  Approval of UN pressure receptacles.

* * * * *
    (e) * * *
    (4) Ensure that the various design type approval examinations and 
tests are performed accurately;
* * * * *
0
30. In Sec.  178.71, the following changes are made:
0
a. Paragraph (f) is added and reserved;
0
b. Paragraphs (l)(2), (p)(1) and (p)(2) are revised; and
0
c. The first sentence in paragraph (r)(1) is revised.
    The revisions read as follows:


Sec.  178.71  Specifications for UN pressure receptacles.

* * * * *
    (l) * * *
    (2) ISO 11119-2 and ISO 11119-3 gas cylinders of composite 
construction manufactured in accordance with the requirements for 
underwater use must bear the ``UW'' mark.
* * * * *
    (p) * * *
    (1) The top grouping contains manufacturing marks and must appear 
consecutively in the sequence given in paragraphs (o)(11) through (17) 
of this section.
    (2) The middle grouping contains operational marks described in 
paragraphs (o)(6) through (10) of this section.
* * * * *
    (r) * * *
    (1) The marking requirements and sequence listed in paragraphs 
(o)(1) through (17) of this section are required, except the markings 
in paragraphs (o)(7), (8), (11) and (17) are not applicable. * * *
* * * * *


Sec. Sec.  178.245, 178.245-1, 178.245-2, 178.245-3, 178.245-4, 
178.245-5, 178.245-6, 178.245-7  [Removed]

0
31. In part 178, Sec. Sec.  178.245, 178.245-1, 178.245-2, 178.245-3, 
178.245-4, 178.245-5, 178.245-6, 178.245-7 are removed.
* * * * *


Sec. Sec.  178.270, 178.270-1, 178.270-2, 178.270-3, 178.270-4, 
178.270-5, 178.270-6, 178.270-7, 178.270-8, 178.270-9, 178.270-10, 
178.270-11, 178.271, 178.270-1, 178.272, 178.272-1, 178.272-
2  [Removed]

0
32. In part 178, Sec. Sec.  178.270, 178.270-1, 178.270-2, 178.270-3, 
178.270-4, 178.270-5, 178.270-6, 178.270-7, 178.270-8, 178.270-9, 
178.270-10, 178.270-11, 178.271, 178.271-1, 178.272, 178.272-1 and 
178.272-2 are removed.


Sec.  178.338-9  [Amended]

0
33. In Sec.  178.338-9, in paragraph (b)(2), the reference ``178.338-
18(b)(9)'' is revised to read ``178.338-18(c)(10)''.

PART 180--CONTINUING QUALIFICATION AND MAINTENANCE OF PACKAGINGS

0
34. The authority citation for part 180 continues to read as follows:

    Authority: 49 U.S.C. 5101-5128; 49 CFR 1.53.


0
35. In Sec.  180.207, paragraphs (d) introductory text and (d)(1) are 
revised to read as follows:


Sec.  180.207  Requirements for requalification of pressure 
receptacles.

* * * * *
    (d) Requalification procedures. Each UN pressure receptacle that 
becomes due for requalification must be requalified at the interval 
prescribed in paragraph (c) of this section and in accordance with the 
procedures contained in the following standard, as applicable. When a 
pressure test is performed on a UN pressure receptacle, the test must 
be a water jacket volumetric expansion test suitable for the 
determination of the cylinder expansion or a hydraulic proof pressure 
test. The test equipment must conform to the accuracy requirements in 
Sec.  180.205(g). Alternative methods (e.g. acoustic emission) or 
requalification procedures may be performed if prior approval has been 
obtained in writing from the Associate Administrator.
    (1) Seamless steel: Each seamless steel UN pressure receptacle, 
including MEGC's pressure receptacles, must be requalified in 
accordance with ISO 6406 (IBR, see Sec.  171.7 of this subchapter). 
However, UN cylinders with a tensile strength greater than or equal to 
950 MPa must be requalified by ultrasonic examination in accordance 
with ISO 6406.
* * * * *

0
36. In Sec.  180.209, in paragraph (a)(1), the first and third entries 
in Table 1 are revised to read as follows:


Sec.  180.209  Requirements for requalification of specification 
cylinders.

    (a) * * *
    (1) * * *

                 Table 1.--Requalification of Cylinders
------------------------------------------------------------------------
  Specification under which       Minimum test         Requalification
      cylinder was made        pressure (psig) \2\     period (years)
------------------------------------------------------------------------
 
                              * * * * * * *
4B, 4BA, 4BW, 4B240ET.......  2 times service       5, 7, 10, or 12 (see
                               pressure, except      Sec.   180.209(e),
                               non-corrosive (see    (f), and (j)).
                               Sec.   180.209(g)).
 
                              * * * * * * *
DOT 4E......................  2 times service       5 or 7 (see Sec.
                               pressure, except      180.209(e)).
                               non-corrosive (see
                               Sec.   180.209(g)).
------------------------------------------------------------------------


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Sec.  180.211  [Amended]

0
37. In Sec.  180.211(d)(3), the reference ``180.215(d)'' is revised to 
read ``180.215(c)''.


Sec.  180.212  [Amended]

0
38. In Sec.  180.212, the following changes are made:
0
a. In paragraph (a)(1)(i), the phrase ``subchapter'' is revised to read 
``chapter''.
0
b. In paragraph (a)(1)(ii), the phrase ``subchapter'' is revised to 
read ``chapter''.


Sec.  180.215  [Amended]

0
39. In Sec.  180.215, in the third sentence in paragraph (b), the 
phrase ``manufacturer's name or symbol, if present'' is revised to read 
``manufacturer's name or symbol''.

0
40. In Sec.  180.509, the introductory text to paragraph (l) is revised 
and paragraph (l)(1) is added to read as follows:


Sec.  180.509  Requirements for inspection and test of specification 
tank cars.

* * * * *
    (l) Inspection and test compliance date for tank cars. (1) After 
July 1, 2000, each tank car with a metal jacket or with a thermal 
protection system shall have an inspection and test conforming to this 
section no later than the date the tank car requires a periodic 
hydrostatic pressure test (i.e., the marked due date on the tank car 
for the hydrostatic test).
* * * * *

    Issued in Washington, DC, on August 31, 2006, under authority 
delegated in 49 CFR part 1.
Stacey Gerard,
Assistant Administrator/Chief Safety Officer.
 [FR Doc. E6-15282 Filed 9-13-06; 8:45 am]
BILLING CODE 4910-60-P