Hazmat Shippers Keep Old Packaging Post-Permit Expiration
Published Date: 7/1/2025
Proposed Rule
Summary
This rule lets people keep using special packaging for hazardous materials as long as the package is still safe and works well, even if the original permit expired. It helps companies save money and avoid waste by not forcing them to stop using good packaging just because of paperwork. This change affects anyone shipping hazardous materials and makes the process easier and more cost-effective starting as soon as it’s official.
Analyzed Economic Effects
1 provisions identified: 1 benefits, 0 costs, 0 mixed.
Keep Using Safe Hazardous Packagings
If you ship hazardous materials, you can keep using packaging that was authorized under a Department of Transportation manufacturing special permit for the full useful life of the package, even if the original special permit has expired or was not renewed. This avoids throwing out usable packagings and can save companies money and reduce waste once the rule is final.
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