Interpretation Response #12-0009 ([Yokayo Biofuels] [Mr. Brian Eberly])
Below is the interpretation response detail and a list of regulations sections applicable to this response.
Interpretation Response Details
Response Publish Date:
Company Name: Yokayo Biofuels
Individual Name: Mr. Brian Eberly
Location State: CA Country: US
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Response text:
February 9, 2012
Mr. Brian Eberly
Processing Engineer
Yokayo Biofuels
350 Orr Springs Road
Ukiah, CA 95482
Ref. No. 12-0009
Dear Mr. Eberly:
This responds to your January 6, 2012 email regarding the applicability of the Hazardous Materials Regulations (HMR; 49 CFR Parts 171-180). Specifically, you ask if a bulk shipment of a byproduct of the production of biodiesel, consisting of water, glycerin, methanol, and small amounts of soaps, salts and vegetable oil, is subject to the HMR.
Section 173.22 states that a shipper is required to properly class and describe the hazardous material in accordance with Parts 172 and 173 of the HMR, and to determine that the packaging or container is an authorized packaging in accordance with Part 173. This Office does not perform this function. However, based on the information provided, it appears that the material you describe may meet the definition for an aqueous solution of alcohol as specified in § 173.150(e)(2). Section 173.150(e)(2) states that an aqueous solution containing 24 percent or less alcohol by volume and no other hazardous material is not subject to the HMR as long as it contains no less than 50 percent water (§ 173.150(e)(2)).
I hope this answers your inquiry. If you have further questions, please contact this office.
Sincerely,
Ben Supko
Acting Chief, Standards Development Branch
Standards and Rulemaking Division
173.22, 173.150(e)(2)
Regulation Sections
| Section | Subject |
|---|---|
| 173.150 | Exceptions for Class 3 (flammable and combustible liquids) |