Interpretation Response #00-0056 ([Textron Systems Corporation] [Mr. William Porter])
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Interpretation Response Details
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Company Name: Textron Systems Corporation
Individual Name: Mr. William Porter
Location State: MA Country: US
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Response text:
April 19, 2000
Mr. William Porter Ref. No. 00-0056
Textron Systems Corporation
201 Lowell Street
Wilmington, MA 01887-2941
Dear Mr. Porter:
This is in response to your letter dated February 17, 2000, regarding the segregation requirements for Class I (explosive) materials on a transport vehicle under the Hazardous Materials Regulations (HMR; 49 CFR Parts 171-180).
You asked whether explosives products, "Gas Generator, 1.4C", "Gas Generator/Initiator, 1.4G", and "Smoke Sublet, 1.4B", having a total weight of no more than 18 grams per shipment, may be transported on the same motor vehicle. If not, how can such explosives be transported on the same motor vehicle and not be in violation of the regulations?
The explosives described as "Gas Generator, 1.4C", "Gas Generator/Initiator, 1.4G" and "Smoke Sublet, 1.4B" may not be loaded or transported together, except as provided in the "Compatibility Table for Class I (Explosive) Materials", in § 177.848(f), which, depending on the combination of explosives and their compatibility groups, may require use of separate vehicles.
Except for fireworks and explosive articles requiring special stowage, and provided no explosive substances are carried in the same motor vehicle, explosive articles in compatibility group AG@ may be transported in the same motor vehicle with explosive articles in compatibility group AC" (§ 177.848(f)(3)(vi)). An explosive substance is a material which meets the definition of an explosive as defined by Subpart C of Part 173 of the HMR, and is designed to produce a practical effect by explosion. An explosive article is a device containing an explosive substance, such as a detonator or a cartridge for weapons.
You may wish to apply for an exemption from the regulations. The requirements for applying for an exemption are found in § 107.105.
I hope this satisfies your inquiry. If we can be of further assistance, please contact us.
Sincerely,
Delmer F. Billings
Chief, Standards Development
Office of Hazardous Materials Standards
177.848
Regulation Sections
| Section | Subject |
|---|---|
| 177.848 | Segregation of hazardous materials |