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**Important Message: US Bank Check processing delay**

Given the operational challenges lockbox financial agents are facing as a result of the coronavirus/...

Online Registration

Hazardous Materials Online Registration Service (click here) For Questions and Help with HAZMAT Registration, please call the Registration Help Desk at (202) 934-1630 for businesses beginning with the letters A-M, or call (202) 934-1631 for businesses beginning with the letters N-Z. Additionally...

Registration Statistics

Registration Program Summary by Year

The following summary is being provided for informational purposes only. The totals represented below change on a daily basis as a result of persons registering for previous years in addition to the current year.

Some of the information...

Definition of Registration Terms

Terms Bulk Packaging Calendar Year Farmer Highway Route Controlled Quantity Modes of Transportation Not-for-Profit Organization Person Person who Offers or Offeror Pre-Transportation Functions Shipment Small Business Transportation

Note: most definitions are from...

Registration Overview

 

Please review the updates below to ensure you are prepared for the upcoming Registration year.

EARLY REGISTRATION FOR 2026-2027 WILL OPEN ON JUNE 1, 2026.

Please note that early registration will not be available prior to this date. We encourage all...

Programs & Inspection Teams

About Programs & Inspection Teams

The Programs & Inspection team page contains information on the various programs within Field Operations. These programs are designed to enhance safety and ensure full compliance with the HMR. The programs also provide oversight of manufacturing,...

Operator Resources Overview

Pipeline operators are responsible for the safe and reliable operation and maintenance of their hazardous liquid and natural gas pipelines, and LNG facilities. Operators are subject to federal and state pipeline safety regulations. The resources on this web page provide information on the...

Packaging Enforcement Program

The PHMSA Packaging Enforcement Program has been created to ensure and promote the safety and performance of hazardous materials packaging systems. This includes the oversight of the manufacture, certification, requalification, maintenance, and use of hazardous materials packaging through...