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What does 49 CFR 178.607 (Cooperage test for bung-type wooden barrels) require?

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To perform the cooperage test for bung-type wooden barrels under 49 CFR 178.607, you must follow these practical steps:

* Test Sample: Use one empty barrel that is at least two days old for each different packaging type.

* Test Method: Remove all hoops located above the bilge of the barrel.

* Passing Criteria: The barrel passes the test only if the diameter of the cross-section at the upper part of the barrel does not increase by more than 10 percent.

§ 49 CFR 178.607 · eCFR ↗Sources retrieved: 1 retrieved CFR section

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