§ 178.1 Purpose and scope.
Current through Sep 25, 2026 · Read all of Part 178
This part prescribes the manufacturing and testing specifications for packaging and containers used for the transportation of hazardous materials in commerce.
[Amdt. 178-40, 42 FR 2689, Jan. 13, 1977. Redesignated by Amdt. 178-97, 55 FR 52715, Dec. 21, 1990]
Interpretation letters (5)
- Sharps Packaging — PHMSA, Aug 22, 2023
- Packages Marked with Multiple Specifications — PHMSA, Jan 18, 2022
- Handling and Testing of a Flexible IBC on a Pallet — PHMSA, Nov 16, 2020
- The Definition for Bulk Packaging for Lead Acid Batteries — PHMSA, Aug 14, 2020
- The testing of non-bulk packagings — PHMSA, Apr 24, 2020