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Code of Federal Regulations Title 46. Shipping § 46.30.10–22 Flammable liquid—TB/ALL

Current as of October 02, 2022 | Updated by FindLaw Staff

The term flammable liquid means any liquid which gives off flammable vapors (as determined by flashpoint from an open-cup tester, as used for test of burning oils) at or below a temperature of 80° F. Flammable liquids are referred to by grades as follows:

(a) Grade A. Any flammable liquid having a Reid   1 vapor pressure of 14 pounds or more.

1 American Society for Testing Materials Standard D 323 (incorporated by reference, see § 30.01–3), Method of Test for Vapor Pressure of Petroleum Products (Reid Method).

(b) Grade B. Any flammable liquid having a Reid   1 vapor pressure under 14 pounds and over 8 1/2 pounds.

1 American Society for Testing Materials D 323 (incorporated by reference, see § 30.01–3), Method of Test for Vapor Pressure of Petroleum Products (Reid Method).

(c) Grade C. Any flammable liquid having a Reid   1 vapor pressure of 8 1/2 pounds or less and a flashpoint of 80° F. or below.

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 American Society for Testing Materials D 323 (incorporated by reference, see § 30.01–3), Method of Test for Vapor Pressure of Petroleum Products (Reid Method).

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