PHMSA Issues Hazmat Labeling Rules

The Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration announced changes to how carriers handle different types of hazardous materials.

The rule, which goes into effect Oct. 1, creates a new classification for gasoline blended with 10% ethanol on shipping papers.

It also requires tank trucks with multiple compartments carrying biofuel blends to use additional markings, adds a new definition for “household wastes” and requires shippers to do research before picking a carrier to haul certain highly hazardous materials.

PHMSA is part of the Department of Transportation.