RSPA is providing a limited exception, until October 1, 2001, from requirements to place the new POISON INHALATION HAZARD or POISON GAS labels on packages that are intended for transportation in
international commerce. The exception applies only to Division 2.3 materials and Division 6.1 liquids in Hazard Zone A or B that are loaded into a freight container or closed transport vehicle that is
placarded and marked with the identification number, as currently required for those materials. This interim final rule is intended to prevent delays and frustrated shipments for these hazardous materials when transported by vessel under the provisions of the International Maritime Dangerous Goods Code (IMDG Code), or by motor vehicle or rail car to or from Canada.
DATES: Effective dates: This final rule is effective on October 1, 1999.
Comment date: Comments must be received November 15, 1999.
Document Subtype:
Interim Final Rule
Received Date:
September 16 1999, at 12:00 AM Eastern Daylight Time
Page Count:
4
Comment Due Date:
September 16 1999, at 11:59 PM Eastern Standard Time
U.S. DOT/RSPA - Interim Final Rule
Details Information
Comments
Posted: 09/24/1999 ID: PHMSA-RSPA-1999-6195-0003
Sep 16,1999 11:59 PM ET
Posted: 12/09/1999 ID: PHMSA-RSPA-1999-6195-0005
Sep 16,1999 11:59 PM ET
Posted: 10/11/2001 ID: PHMSA-RSPA-1999-6195-0016
Sep 16,1999 11:59 PM ET
Posted: 09/28/1999 ID: PHMSA-RSPA-1999-6195-0004
Sep 16,1999 11:59 PM ET
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