Transporting Infectious Substances Guidance
This brochure describes the revised USDOT regulations for the classification criteria and packaging requirements for the transportation of infectious substances, adopted into 49 CFR, Parts 171-180, effective October 1, 2006.
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Effective Date: Thursday, August 1, 2019
Issued Date: Thursday, August 1, 2019