Interpretation Response #10-0089 ([Essex Cryogenics of Missouri, Inc.] [Mr. Ken Seise])
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Interpretation Response Details
Response Publish Date:
Company Name: Essex Cryogenics of Missouri, Inc.
Individual Name: Mr. Ken Seise
Location State: MO Country: US
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Response text:
June 25, 2010
Mr. Ken Seise
Quality Assurance/
Regulatory Compliance Manager
Essex Cryogenics of Missouri, Inc.
8007 Chivvis Drive
St. Louis, MO 63123-2395
Ref. No. 10-0089
Dear Mr. Seise:
This is in reference to your email requesting a clarification of the applicability of the Hazardous Materials Regulations (HMR; 49 CFR Parts 171-180) to an oxygen converter that is part of a component permanently installed in ambulances and other emergency response vehicles. You state the converter encompasses a 10 - 25 liter non-DOT specification liquid oxygen cylinder.
According to the design and construction specifications you submitted (Federal Specification for the Star-of-Life Ambulance, KKK-A-1822E, General Services Administration, June 1, 2002), the cylinder is to be installed at the time the vehicle is placed in service. A cylinder installed in a motor vehicle as part of equipment necessary for the safety of its operator or passengers is not subject to the HMR requirements but may be subject to the requirements of other Federal, State or local agencies. Also the filled cylinder would be subject to the HMR if it is removed from the vehicle and offered for transportation in commerce.
I hope this information is helpful. If you need further assistance, please do not hesitate to contact us.
Sincerely,
Hattie L. Mitchell
Chief, Regulatory Review and Reinvention
Office of Hazardous Materials Standards
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