Interpretation Response #05-0259 ([Akzo Nobel Chemicals] [Mr. Mark A. Connolly])
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Interpretation Response Details
Response Publish Date:
Company Name: Akzo Nobel Chemicals
Individual Name: Mr. Mark A. Connolly
Location State: IL Country: US
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Response text:
Feb 27, 2006
Mr. Mark A. Connolly Reference No. 05-0259
Manager, Transportation Regulations
and Security
Akzo Nobel Chemicals
525 West Van Buren Street
Chicago, Illinois 60607-3 823
Dear Mr. Connolly:
This responds to your letter regarding clarification of the shipping paper requirements under the Hazardous Materials Regulations (HMR; 49 CFR Parts 171-180) as they apply to the export of hazardous materials by vessel in accordance with § 171.12(b). Specifically, you asked if your company is required to include a consignor’s name and address on the shipping paper as prescribed under the International Maritime Dangerous Goods (IMDG) Code.
In § 171.12(b), the HMR authorize the use of the IMDG Code for hazardous materials shipments offered and accepted for transportation or transported within the United States when all or part of the transportation is by vessel. Paragraphs (b)(2) — (4) of this section allow the alternative use of the IMDG Code subject to certain conditions and limitations. If you elect to ship your product in accordance with the IMDG Code, you must comply with all IMDG Code requirements. Thus, the shipping paper must include the consignor’s name and address.
I hope this satisfies your inquiry. If we can be of further assistance, please contact us.
Sincerely,
John A. Gale
Chief, Standards Development
Office of Hazardous Material Standards
171.12 (b), 172.202