{"operation":"document","citation":"05-0057","title":"ICI Paint; Exports & Licensing — Hazardous Materials Safety Interpretation","source_type":"guidance","agency":"Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration","status":"guidance","official":true,"published_on":"2005-05-04","effective_on":null,"summary":"05-0057 response to ICI Paint; Exports & Licensing concerning 171.2.","machine_formats":{"json":"https://regulus.evalyn.ai/document/phmsa-interpretation-05-0057.json","markdown":"https://regulus.evalyn.ai/document/phmsa-interpretation-05-0057.md"},"app_url":"https://regulus.evalyn.ai/document/phmsa-interpretation-05-0057","source_url":"https://www.phmsa.dot.gov/sites/phmsa.dot.gov/files/legacy/interpretations/Interpretation%20Files/2005/050057.pdf","body":"<<>>\n\nU.S. Department\nof Transportation\nWashington, D.C. 20590\n400 Seventh Street, S.W.\nPipeline and\nAdministration\nHazardous Materials Safety\nMAY 23 2005\nMr. Thomas R. Hamilton\nRef. No.: 05-0057\nManager, Quality Assurance and Safety\nWyle Laboratories\n7800 Highway Twenty West\nP. O. Box 077777\nHuntsville, AL 35807-7777\nDear Mr. Hamilton:\nThis is in response to your March 7, 2005 letter concerning the definition of \"non-bulk\npackaging\" as defined in § 171.8 of the Hazardous Materials Regulations (HMR; 49 CFR\nParts 171-180). The fiberboard packaging described in your letter, with dimensions of 47\"\nX 39 4¼\" X 57 ½\", is designed to carry less than 400 kg (882 pounds). Specifically you\nask if your packaging meets the definition of a \"non-bulk packaging.\"\nThe answer is no. Non-bulk packaging means a packaging that has a maximum net mass\nof 400 kg (882 pounds) or less and a maximum capacity of 450 L (119 gallons) or less as a\nreceptacle for a solid. Based on the information provided, it is our opinion that the\npackaging; you describe is not a non-bulk packaging because it has a maximum capacity\ngreater than 450 L (119 gallons).\nIn your letter, you state that § 178.516 restricts the net mass of a 4G packaging to 400 kg\nand does not set forth restrictions for the volume of a 4G. All packagings manufactured\nand certified under Part 178, Subparts L and M must meet the definition of a non-bulk\npackaging in § 171.8, and therefore, may not exceed a volurnetric capacity of 450 L (119\ngallons). You should be aware that Fireworks (UN0336) may not be transported in bulk\npackaging, nor (without separate approval or an exemption from the Associate Administer\nfor Hazardous Materials Safety), a \"large packaging\" as defined in § 171.8. Because the\npackaging you describe in your letter has a volumetric capacity of 458 gallons, it is not an\nauthorized packaging.\nI hope this information is helpful. If you have further questions, please do not hesitate to\ncontact this office.\nSincerely,\nHattie L. Mitchell\nChief, Regulatory Review and Reinvention\nOffice of Hazardous Materials Standards\n171.8\n050057\n\n<<>>\n\nPollack\n3171.8\nwyle\nLiboratories\nNow Bulk Packuging\n05-0057\nMarch 7, 2005\nJohn Heneghan\nPipeline & Hazardous Materials Safety Administratior\nJ.S. Department of Transportatior\n233 Peachtree Street NE, Suite 602\nAtlanta, Georgia 30303\nSubject: Exit Briefing Report Control No. 04464084 Revised 3/4/05\nDear Mr. Heneghan:\nThis letter is to address the first specific probable violation identified in the revised exit\nbriefing dated 3/4/05 and discussed over the phone by myself and Jimmy Stanford and\nin the probable violation is not applicable here and we set forth our reasoning below.\nyoursell. As we discussed Wyle believes the reference to capacity requirement identifiec\nReference Exit Briefing Report Control No. 04464084 Revised 3/4/05\nExample: Report Number 47014-01+AC1898 (Package doesn't meet the criteria for a\nUN Specification non-bulk package as prescribed in the HMR.\nAmerican Promotional Events (TNT Fireworks) Report.\nWyle Laboratories believes this is an authorized 4G Packaging.\nPer 49 CFR 178.8 (2) A Non-bulk packaging means a packaging which has: A maximum\nnet mas: of 400 kg (882 Ibs) or less and a maximum capacity of 450 L (119 gallons) or\nless as a receptacle for a solid.\nNote: \"as a receptacle for a solid\" being the key phrase here. When the Packaging is a\nCombination Packaging the Firework displays become the Inner Packaging (inner\nreceptacles). Under 178.8 the definition of an Inner Receptacle, says it may be an inner\npackaging of a combination packaging.\nWyle Laboratories, Inc.\n7800 Highway 20 West F.J. Box 077777 Huntsville, AL 35807-7777 Tel: (256) 837-4411\n\n<<>>\n\nLetter to DOT\n3-7-2005\nPage Two\nPer 49 CFR, under the Standards for Specification Packaging:\n(8) Maximum Capacity of Drum: 450 L (119 gallons)\n178.504 Standards for Steel Drums,\n(9) Maximum Net Mass: 400 kg (882 pounds)\n178.507 Standards for Plywood Drums,\n(7) Maximum Net Mass: 400 kg (882 pounds)\n(6) Maximum Capacity of Drum: 250 L (66 gallons)\n178.508 Standards for Fiber Drums,\n(5) Maximum Capacity of Drum: 450 L (119 gallons)\n(6) Maximum Net Mass: 400 kg (882 pounds)\nUnder Standards for boxes, the only constraint is the Net Mass, examples:\n(4) Maximum Net Mass 400 kg (882 pounds)\n178.512 Standards for Steel or Aluminum Boxes,\n178. 5.14 Standards for Plywood Boxes,\n(2) Maximum Net Mass 400 kg (882 pounds)\n178.516 Standards for Fiberboard Boxes,\n(6) Maximum Net Mass 400 kg (882 Ibs)\nThe Maximum Capacity constraint (450 L/119 gallons) is on Drums, not Boxes. No\nvolume: or size constraint on boxes. Only limit on boxes is the Net Mass (400 kg/882\nIbs.). Examples:\n(1) 178.507 Standards for Plywood Drums (Max. Cap. 250 L (66 gallons)\n178.514 Standards for Plywood Boxes (Max. Net Mass 400 kg (882 Ibs.),\n(2) 178.508 Standards for Fiber Drums (Max. Cap. 450 L (119 gallons)\n178.516 Standards for Fiberboard Boxes (Max. Net Mass 400 kg (882\nIbs.), and\n(3) 178.504 Standards for Steel Drums (Max. Cap. 450 L (119 gallons)\n178 512 Standards for Steel Boxes (Max. Net Mass 400 kg (882 Ibs.)\nPer the above references and definitions, Wyle believes the referenced Packaging is an\nauthorized 4G Fiberboard box.\n\n<<>>\n\nLetter to DOT\n3-7-2005\nPage Two\nPhoto and the Wyle Report accompany this letter.\nResponses to the balance of the revised exit briefing docurnent will be submitted later.\nShould you have any questions or need additional information, please feel free to contact\nthamilton@hnt.wylelabs.com.\nthe undersigned by phone at (256) 837-4411, extension 483, or by email at\nSincerely yours,\nthrones Retain\nVILS LABORATORIES C\nThomas R. Hamilton\nManager, Quality Assurance and Safety\n\n<<>>\n\nCERTIFICATION\nwyLe\nlaboratories\nTEST\nFAX (256) 721-0144, Phone (256) 837-4411\nHuntsville, Alabama 35807\nREPORT\nREPORT NO.\n47014-01+AC1898\nAmerican Promotional Events\n4511 Helton Drive\nCUSTOMER P.O. NO.\n1161\nFlorence, AL 35631\nCONTRACT NO.\nN/A\nNUMBER OF PAGES\n9\nDATE\nApril 10, 2002\n1.0\nSPECIMEN:\nCombination Packaging, 4G Fiberboard Box, Two-Part Box W/Wood\nPallet, 48-1/8\"L × 40\"W × 62-7/8\"H (OD), including Pallet. Top: 47'L\n× 39-1/4\"W × 57-1/2\"H (OD), SW Fiberboard, ECT 44C, 56-33-56,\nFlaps Closed with 48mm (2\") Clear Plastic Pressure Sensitive Tape,\nOne Piece, 2\" Onto Sides; Bottom: 48-1/8\"L x 40\"W × 17-3/4\"H (OD),\nDW Fiberboard, ECT 51 BC, 42-33-33-33-33, Attached to Pallet with\n1\"W × 3/4\"H Staples (12\" Spacing), Flaps Closed with 48mm (2)\nClear Plastic Pressure Sensitive Tape, One Piece, 2\" onto Sides. Top\nSection Slides Inside Bottom Section.\nClosure: Shrink Wrap, Two Plies Minimum, Four Sides\nManufactured by: Packaging Materials.\nInner Packaging:\nFireworks Displays (Simulated for Test)\n16 DW Fiberboard Boxes, 57\" × 21\" × 5-1/4\" with Wood (Two\n2\"x 4's, 20-3/4\"L and Three Landscape Timbers 53\"L), with one SW\nFiberboard Top Pad, 47-1/4 × 38-1/4\n2.0\nPART DESCRIPTION: Fireworks UN0336\n3.0\nSAMPLE NO:\n21 Total (5 Drop, 3 Stack, 3 Vibration, and 10 Cobb Tested)\nCOUNTY OF MADISON\nSTATE OF ALABAMA\n}\nWyle shall have no liability for darnages of any kind to person or property,\nincluding special or consequential damages, resulting from Wyle's providing\nDonald E. Smith\nbeing duly sworn, deposes and says:\nthe services covered by this repor\nconducted tests\nconducted it and is into best of is nave dee and recital reall\nImit, 412/02\nAPPROVED BY\nNotary Public in and for the State of Alabama at large\nYatrica\n4/15/02\nMy Commission expires.\nJan.\nT. R. Hamilton, Q. A. Manager\nDate\n(pap)\n\n<<>>\n\nTest Report No. 47014-01\nPage No. 2\n4.0\nREQUIREMENTS\nThe specimens shall be subjected to the required test environments to qualify for Packing\nDangerous Goods (Orange Book) and 49 CFR Regulations.\nGroup II as described in the United Nations Recommendations on the Transport of\n5.0\nPROCEDURES AND RESULTS\n5.1\nPreconditioning\nThe specimens were preconditioned at 27°C and 65% RH for a minimum of 24 hours\nprior to test in accordance with UN/DOT Regulations.\n5.2\nPreparations\nThe specimens were received with simulated fireworks displays and were tested to\nrepresent the actual shipping weight.\n5.3\nDrop Test\nFive specimens were subjected to the test requirements specified in the UN Orange Book\nfor further information.\n(paragraph 9.7.3) and 49 CFR 178.603 Regulations. Refer to the Drop Test Data Sheet\nA post-test visual inspection of each specimen revealed no leakage.\n5.4\nStack Test\nThree specimens were subjected to the test requirements specified in the UN Orange\nBcok (paragraph 9.7.6) and 49 CFR 178.606 Regulations for a minimum of 24 hours.\nRefer to the Stack Test Data Sheet for further information.\nA post-test visual inspection of each specimen revealed no leakage.\n5.5\nVibration Test\nThree specimens were filled as described above, closed as for transport, and subjected to\nthe test requirements specified in 49 CFR 178.608. The duration of the test was one hour\nat one-inch peak-to-peak displacement and a frequency of 219 pm. Refer to the\nVibration Test Data Sheet for further information.\nA visual inspection, conducted during and after the test, revealed no leakage.\nWYLE LABORATORIES\nHuntsville Facility\n\n<<>>\n\nTest Report No. 47014-01\nPage No. 3\n5.0\nPROCEDURES AND RESULTS (Continued)\n5.6\nCobb Test\nThis test was performed on 10 specimens (5 top and 5 bottom) in accordance with 49\nCFR 178.516 and ISO 1991 (E). The maximum allowable absorption must be less than\nor equal to 155 g/m'. The maximum absorption exhibited by the specimens was less than\nthe maximum allowable. Refer to the Cobb Test Data Sheets for further information.\n6.0 QUALITY ASSURANCE\nAll work performed on this program was completed in accordance with Wyle\nLaboratories' Quality Assurance Program.\nThe Wyle Laboratories, Huntsville Facility, Quality Management System is registered in\ncompliance with the ISO-9001 International Quality Standard. Registration has been\nco npleted by Quality Management Institute (QMI), a Division of Canadian Standards\nAssociation (CSA).\n7.0\nTEST EQUIPMENT AND INSTRUMENTATION\nAl: instrumentation, measuring, and test equipment used in the performance of this test\nprogram were calibrated in accordance with Wyle Laboratories' Quality Assurance\nProgram, which complies with the requirements of ANSI/NCSL Z$40-1, ISO 10012-1,\ncalibrations are traceable to the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST)\nand Military Specification MIL-STD-45662A. Standards used in performing all\nto : nternational standards or the basis for calibration is otherwise documented.\nby report number and date. When no national standards exist, the standards are traceable\nA listing of the equipment used in the performance of this test program is maintained on\nfile at Wyle Laboratories and is available for inspection.\n8.0\nCERTIFICATION QUALIFICATION\nThe certification issued under this test report details the test requirements as imposed by\nUN Recommendations and 49 CFR Regulations. It does not define the product carried or\nthe quantity of product carried. It is the SHIPPER'S responsibility to verify and comply\nwith all regulations and requirements as to Hazard Class and quantity limitations for\nwhich the container is suitable.\nFor Combination Packaging, Periodic Retests must be conducted at least once every 24\nmonths. +AC1898 has been assigned this packaging, certifying compliance with 49 CFR\n17& Subpart M.\nWYLE LABORATORIES\nHuntsville Facility\n\n<<>>\n\nTest Report No. 47014-01\nPage No. 4\n9.0\nMARKINGS\n4G/Y359/S/*\nUSA/**\n** Name and address or symbol of the manufacturer or approval agency certifyins\n* Insert year packaging is manufactured.\ncompliance with Subpart L and M of 49 CFR 178\nNOTE: Shipper is to apply all markings required for Flammable and any othe\nHazardous products transported as defined in the regulations\nWYLE LABORATORIES\nHuntsville Facility\n\n<<>>\n\nTest Report No. 47014-01\nPage No. 5\nFIREWORKS\nUM-02\nFIREWORKS\nWYLE LABORATORIES\nHuntsville Facility\n\n<<>>\n\nTest Report No. 47014-01\nPage No. 6\nwyle\nastories\nDROP TEST DATA SHEET NO. 2\nDATE:\n3-14-02\nREPORT NO: 47014-01\nSPECIMEN TYPE: FiBeRBIANA Rep\nWYLE JOB NO.: _\n47014\nCUSTOMER: AmERicAN PRONATioNAL\nEVENTS\nNeT WT = 720 165\nCONTENTS: Simulass FiRewanna Displas\nBat, Pro, Pror = 7245\n-le BoXEs @u45 1bs EACH.\nMAD. Cap. = 59.5 H13\nPacking Group Tested To:\nII\nSpecific Gravity Tested To:\n_NA\nSpecification:\nX UN/DOT\n• NSTA\n• OTHER\nPROCEDURE\nNumber of Specimens Tested:\nDrop Height: 47.25\"\n_2X4's And\nCrop Height Calculation: —\n1.2 X 39.37\nnon-yielding surface. The specimen is then inspected for damage. Five (5) orientations are\nThe test specimen is placed on to a free fall drop table as shown and allowed to impact a hard\nperformed.\nRESULTS\nDROP ORIENTATION\nL.D.#\nPASS/FAIL\nREMARKS\n2. FLAT ON TOP\n1. FLAT ON BOTTOM\nPASS\nNo\n3. FLAT ON LONG SIDE\n2\nPASS\n5. ON CORNER\n4. FLAT ON SHORT SIDE\nPass\nNO LEAKAgE\nNO LEAKAgE\nPAss\nNo :\nPAsS\n* NO LEAKAGE\nLEAKAGE\nSPECIMEN\n* Top\nCorNeR\nDROP TOWER\nFREE FALL BASE\n- SPECIMEN TARGET BASE\n3/14/02\nWH-1423, Rey. DEC •97\nWYLE LABORATORIES\nHuntsville Facility\n\n<<>>\n\nTest Report No. 47014-01\nPage No. T\nwyle\nmatorica\nSTACK TEST DATA SHEET\nDATE: 3-21•02\nREPORT NO.: 47014-01\nSPECIMEN TYPE: FiCERSINS BOX\nWYLE JOB NO.: 470/4\nCUSTOMER:\nAMERiCAN PROMOTIONAL\nEVENTS\nCONTENTS: Simule Ens Des 1259)\nLapscAgE Tinsens 3'X4\"'\nPacking Group Tested To:\nSpecific Gravity Tested To:\nSpecification:\n* UN/DOT\n• NSTA\n• OTHER\nPROCEDURE\nSpecimen Preconditioned: l Yes • No\nYumber of Specimens Tested:\n3\nSpecimen Weight: 62%\"\nStack Weight Calculation:\n3 Meters = 118.11 Inches\nRounded to the next higher whole number.\n118.11/Box Height = # of Boxes to Make a 3-Meter Stack\n118.11/ 628\n#Boxes-] x Box Specified Gross Weight = Minimum Stack Weight\n. (Box Height)\n- I =\n_ (Total Boxes Stacked)\nPACKAGE SPECIFIED GROSS WEIGHT: 791595LBS.\nSTACKING WEIGHT: 865LBS. (ACTUAL) 191.545_ LBS. (MINIMUM)\nle test specimen is placed onto a hard non-yielding surface. A cover sheet of plywood is th\nfor a period of 24 hours. The specimen is then inspected for damage and stack stability.\naced on the specimen to distribute the load. The specific load is then placed on the specim\nRESULTS\nL.D.H\nPASS/FAIL\n1 = 6\nPAss\nREMARKS\n'= 7\nPoss\n24HR No DANGAE\n1-8\n- Poss\n24 HAS NO DANIE\n• WEICHT\n• COVER PLATE\n- SPECIMEN\nTESTED BY Ditt Date\nAPPROVED BY: a sapa 4/8/02\nWH-1424, Rev. DEC '97\nWYLE LABORATORIES\nHuntsville Facility\n\n<<>>\n\nPage No. 8\nTest Report No. 47014-01\nwyle\nmatories\nVIBRATION DATA SHEET\n49CFR178.608\nWYLE JOB NO.:\n47014\nCUSTOMER: AMERICAN PROMOTiNAl EVENTS\nSpecimen #\nStart\nStop\nDate\nRPM\nDuration\nPass/Fail\nRemarks\ni-3\n10:35\n11:353-14-02 219\nІ не.\nPASS\nNO LEAKING\nNO DAMNAE\n1 - 4\n14:00\n15:003-14-02\n219\nI He.\nPASS\nNo LEAKE\nNO DANGE\n1-1\n13:40 14:40\n3-15-02\n219\npass\nNO LEANSE\nNO DAMAgE\nWYLE LABORATORIES\nHuntsville Facility\n\n<<>>\n\nPage No. 9\nTest Report No. 47014-01\nwyle\nbanatories\nCOBB TEST DATA SHEET\nWYLEJOBNO: 47014\nCUSTOMER: Amerisan Promotion.\nSpecimen\nWeight\nBefore\nWeight\nTotal Water\nAttg.\naturatio\nDuration\nOutside\nInside/\n7/m?\n10:30 AP-1:1\n113640 12.8424\n149.84\n3/216/02 30 min\nsutside\n10:32 AP-1-2\n111916 126444\n3/260/02 30 min\nautside\n10:34 AP-1-3\n1.2/14\n- 127469\n153.55\n3/216/02 30 min\nsutside\n10:34 AP-1-4\n1L3/13\n126763\n13.6.50\n3/34/а2 30 min.\nbistside\n10:38 AP-1-5\n112977126923 139,46\n3/24/02 30 min Ratside\nBoy Top (5w)\n13:30\nAP-2-1\n12.5533 140934\n154.03\n4/5/02 30 лін\nDeitsido.\n13:32\nAP-2-2\n122836 143/03\n142.67\n4/8/02\n30 min\nbutsica\n13:34\nAp-2-3\n128555\n143360\n148.05\n4/8/02\n30 min\nQutsida\n13:36\nAp-2-4\n126021k 141164\n149.48\n4/8/02\n30min\nautsice\n13:38\nAp-2-5\n125026 139/78\n141.52\n4/8/02\n30 min\nsutaidle\nBop Boron\n(Dc)\nTECHNICIAN Hitua Ratos 3/26/02\nPASSIFAIL: Pass\nWH-1428 AUG '96\n12Nm 1/8/02\nWYLE LABORATORIES\nHuntsville Facility\n\n<<>>\n\n\n\n<<>>\n\nGorsky, Susan < PHMSA>\nSent:\nFrom:\nBurger, Donald \nTo:\nMonday, March 14, 2005 10:43 AM\nSubject:\nCc:\nGorsky, Susan \nHeneghan, John \nRE: Wyle Response to revised (dated 3-4-2005) DOT exit briefing\nOT RE Revised rt 47014-01+Acnotional Events\nWyle Letter to\nWyle Test\nAmerican\n'an we get an interpretation drafted on this and sent out to Wyle on this? It is a \"larg\nG package\". it should not be certified as a 4G Box since it does not meet the definitio\ncapacity is above the 119 gallon\nThanks - Don B\n---original Message----\nDon,\nIf you could review this and give us your opinion, it would be greatly appreciated.\nThanks.\nFrom: Hamilton, Tom\n-----Original Message-- - - -\nTo: Heneghan, John ‹PHMSA>\nMr. Heneghan,\nAttached is Wyle's Letter to you per our discussion this afternoon. Also attached is a\nphoto and a copy of the applicable wyle Test Report.\n‹» ‹‹Wyle Test Report 47014-\n01+AC1898.pdf>> <»\nQuality Assurance/Safety Manager\nTom Hamilton\nP.O. Box 077777\nWyle Laboratories\nHuntsville, AL 35807-7777\nFax:\nPhone:\n(256) 721-0144\n(256) 837-4411 X483\ne-mail: thamilton@hnt.wylelabs.com\n<>\n<>\n- TNT Fireworks.jpg>>\n<