Ask X3What does 49 CFR 172.560 (CLASS 9 placard) require?
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According to 49 CFR 172.560, the CLASS 9 placard must meet the following requirements:
* Background and Stripes: The background of the placard must be white. The top half must feature seven black vertical stripes that extend from the top of the placard down to one inch above the horizontal centerline.
* Stripe Spacing: The black vertical stripes must be visually spaced to appear equal in width to the six white spaces located between them.
* Bottom Section: The space below the vertical lines must be solid white.
* Class Number: The class number "9" must be underlined and centered at the bottom of the placard.
* General Standards: Aside from these specific color and design details, the placard must also conform to the general placard requirements found in § 172.519 (except for size and color).