Interpretation Response #99-0160 ([Applied Specialties Inc.] [Ms. Adrienne B. Scheurman])
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Interpretation Response Details
Response Publish Date:
Company Name: Applied Specialties Inc.
Individual Name: Ms. Adrienne B. Scheurman
Location State: OH Country: US
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Response text:
August 4, 1999
Ms. Adrienne B. Scheurman Ref. No. 99-0160
Applied Specialties Inc.
33555 Pin Oak Parkway
Avon Lake, OH 44012
Dear Ms. Scheurman:
This is in response to your letter dated June 7, 1999, regarding the proper classification of your ammonium hydroxide solution under the Hazardous Materials Regulations (HMR; 49 CFR Parts 171-
180). Specifically, as stated in your letter, your material meets the definition of a corrosive material in Packing Group II under 173.136 and 173.137.
Under 173.22, it is the shipper's responsibility to properly classify a hazardous material. Such determinations are not required by this office. However, based on your analysis that the material
would meet the definition of a corrosive material in Packing Group II, you are correct in your determination that "Ammonia solutions, 8, UN 2672, PG III" is not an appropriate proper shipping name. Section 172.101(c)(12)(I) states that a material shall be described by an appropriate proper shipping name listed in 'association with the correct hazard class, packing group, hazard zone, or subsidiary hazard for the material. If your material meets the defining criteria of a packing group II, corrosive material, you must describe your material using a proper shipping name that is associated with the correct hazard class and packaging group such as 'Corrosive liquid, basic, inorganic n.o.s."
I hope this satisfies your request.
Sincerely,
John A. Gale
Transportation Regulations Specialist
Office of Hazardous Materials Standards
173.22
Regulation Sections
| Section | Subject |
|---|---|
| 173.22 | Shipper's responsibility |