Who must register with PHMSA under 49 CFR 107.601?

Short answer

Any person who offers for transportation, or transports, in foreign, interstate or intrastate commerce certain quantities and categories of hazardous materials must register with PHMSA under 49 CFR 107.601. This includes those transporting highway route-controlled quantities of radioactive materials, explosives, materials extremely toxic by inhalation, and bulk packaging of hazardous materials above specified thresholds.

The rule says

"The registration and fee requirements of this subpart apply to any person who offers for transportation, or transports, in foreign, interstate or intrastate commerce— (1) A highway route-controlled quantity of a Class 7 (radioactive) material, as defined in § 173.403 of this chapter; (2) More than 25 kg (55 pounds) of a Division 1.1, 1.2, or 1.3 (explosive) material (see § 173.50 of this chapter) in a motor vehicle, rail car or freight container; (3) More than one L (1.06 quarts) per package of a material extremely toxic by inhalation ( i.e., “material poisonous by inhalation,” as defined in § 171.8 of this chapter, that meets the criteria for “hazard zone A,” as specified in § 173.116(a) or § 173.133(a) of this chapter); (4) A shipment of a quantity of hazardous materials in a bulk packaging (see § 171.8 of this chapter) having a capacity equal to or greater than 13,248 L (3,500 gallons) for liquids or gases or more than 13.24 cubic meters (468 cubic feet) for solids; (5) A shipment in other than a bulk packaging of 2,268 kg (5,000 pounds) gross weight or more of one class of hazardous materials for which placarding of a vehicle, rail car, or freight container is required for that class, under the provisions of subpart F of part 172 of this chapter; or (6) Except as provided in paragraph (b) of this section, a quantity of hazardous material that requires placarding, under provisions of subpart F of part 172 of this chapter." (49 CFR 107.601)

In plain English

Registration with PHMSA under 49 CFR 107.601 is required for any person or entity involved in the transportation of specific quantities and types of hazardous materials. This includes materials that are radioactive, explosive, or extremely toxic, as well as bulk shipments of hazardous materials. The goal of this registration is to ensure that those handling and transporting hazardous materials are aware of and comply with the safety regulations designed to protect the public and the environment. It's crucial for companies and individuals to understand the thresholds and categories of hazardous materials that trigger the need for registration to avoid non-compliance and potential penalties.

What to do

• Determine if your operations involve the transportation of hazardous materials in quantities or categories that require registration under 49 CFR 107.601.
• If required, submit a complete and accurate registration statement on DOT Form F 5800.2 to PHMSA by the specified deadline.
• Ensure payment of the required registration fee, which can be done by mail or electronically through the Department's e-Commerce internet site.
• Maintain records of registration and fee payments, and update PHMSA with any changes in your company's name or principal place of business within 30 days.