Interpretation Response #01-0239 ([T. Hasegawa USA Inc.] [Mr. Sean F. Surbeck])
Below is the interpretation response detail and a list of regulations sections applicable to this response.
Interpretation Response Details
Response Publish Date:
Company Name: T. Hasegawa USA Inc.
Individual Name: Mr. Sean F. Surbeck
Location State: CA Country: US
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Response text:
October 5, 2001
Mr. Sean F. Surbeck Reference No. 01-0239
T. Hasegawa USA Inc.
14017 E 183 rd Street
St. Cerritos, CA 90703
Dear Mr. Surbeck:
This is in response to your letter dated September 5, 2001, requesting clarification on whether your natural and artificial apple cinnamon flavor with a flash point of 70° C (158°F) is regulated under the Hazardous Materials Regulations (HMR; 49 CFR Parts 171-180).
Under § 173.22, it is the shipper's responsibility to properly classify a hazardous material. This office generally does not perform this function. Under § 173.120, combustible liquid is defined as a material with a flash point above 60.5° C (141° F) and below 93° C (200° F), and does not meet the definition of any other hazard class under the HMR. Therefore, in accordance with the HMR, your natural and artificial apple cinnamon flavor is classed as a combustible liquid. A combustible liquid in a non-bulk (450 L or less) packaging is not subject to any requirements under the HMR, including labeling, unless the material is a hazardous waste, hazardous substance or marine pollutant.
I hope this satisfies your request.
Sincerely,
John A. Gale
Transportation Regulations Specialist
Office of Hazardous Materials standards
173.120
Regulation Sections
| Section | Subject |
|---|---|
| 173.120 | Class 3-Definitions |