46 CFR § 64.35 Marine Portable Tanks and Cargo Handling Systems

§ 64.35 Bottom filling or discharge connection.

Current through Sep 25, 2026 · Read all of Part 64

If an MPT is designed with a filling or discharge connection in the bottom, the connection must be fitted with a bolted blank flange, threaded cap, or similar device to protect against leakage of the product, and a manually operated valve that is located—

(a) Inside the tank and operated outside the tank; or

(b) Outside the tank but as close to it as practicable.

← § 64.33 Pipe connection.§ 64.37 Valve and fitting guard. →