Ask X3What does 49 CFR 173.153 (Exceptions for Division 6.1 (poisonous materials)) require?
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Based on 49 CFR 173.153, exceptions for Division 6.1 (poisonous materials) are permitted only if this section is referenced for the specific hazardous material in the § 172.101 table.
For limited quantities of poisonous materials in Packing Groups II and III (excluding poison-by-inhalation materials), the practical requirements and exceptions are as follows:
* Packaging: You must use combination packagings packed in a strong outer packaging, and each package's total gross weight cannot exceed 30 kg (66 pounds).
* *Packing Group II:* Inner packagings must not exceed 100 mL (3.38 ounces) for liquids or 0.5 kg (1.1 pounds) for solids. *(Note: If the liquid is a drug or medicine in Packing Group II, the inner packaging limit is increased to not over 250 mL or 8 ounces).*
* *Packing Group III:* Inner packagings must not exceed 5 L (1.3 gallons) for liquids or 5.0 kg (11 pounds) for solids.
* Labeling and Placarding: Packages are excepted from labeling requirements (unless transported by aircraft) and shipments are not subject to placarding requirements.
* Shipping Papers: Limited quantity packages are excepted from shipping paper requirements, *unless* the material is a hazardous substance, hazardous waste, marine pollutant, or is transported by aircraft or vessel.
* Aircraft / Vessel Transport: Different rules apply if you are transporting by aircraft or vessel (for example, aircraft transport requires conformance with § 173.27, labeling, and shipping papers).
* Reverse Logistics: Materials meeting the definition of "reverse logistics" that comply with these limited quantity rules may be transported by highway in accordance with § 173.157.