Regulationcurrent
49 CFR 176.4
Port security and safety regulations.
Current as of 2026-08-18 Government source
eCFR editorial compilationAuthoritative but unofficial
View source (a)Each carrier, master, agent, and charterer of a vessel and all other persons engaged in handling hazardous materials on board vessels shall comply with the applicable provisions of 33 CFR parts 6, 109, 110, 125, 126, and 160.#
(b)Division 1.1 and 1.2 (explosive) materials may only be loaded on and unloaded from a vessel at—#
(1)A facility of particular hazard as defined in 33 CFR 126.05(b);#
(2)An explosives anchorage listed in 33 CFR part 110; or#
(3)A facility operated or controlled by the Department of Defense.#
(c)With the concurrence of the COTP, Division 1.1 and 1.2 (explosive) materials may be loaded on or unloaded from a vessel in any location acceptable to the COTP.#