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Hazardous Materials; Requirements for Lighters and Lighter Refills

Notice of proposed rulemaking (NPRM).

RSPA proposes to amend requirements in the Hazardous Materials Regulations for the examination, testing, certification, and transportation of lighters and lighter refills. This action will clarify regulatory requirements and, where appropriate, decrease the regulatory burden without compromising the safe transportation of lighters and lighter refills in commerce.

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