Hazardous materials; Transport (ICS 03.220), Environmental protection (ICS 13.020), Protection against dangerous goods (ICS 13.300)

Hazardous Materials: Harmonization With International Standards (55 page(s), in English)

Notice of proposed rulemaking - PHMSA proposes to amend the Hazardous Materials Regulations to maintain alignment with international regulations and standards by adopting various amendments, including changes to proper shipping names, hazard classes, packing groups, special provisions, packaging authorizations, air transport quantity limitations, and vessel stowage requirements. Additionally, PHMSA proposes an amendment to the Hazardous Materials Regulations that would allow for better alignment with Transport Canada's Transportation of Dangerous Goods Regulations.