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Code of Federal Regulations Title 46. Shipping § 46.64.17 Minimum tank thickness

Current as of January 02, 2025 | Updated by Findlaw Staff

(a) Except as allowed in paragraph (b) of this section, a tank with a diameter of—

(1) 6 feet or less must have a shell and head of 3/16 inch thickness or more;  or

(2) More than 6 feet must have a shell and head of 1/4 inch thickness or more.

(b) If the tank has additional framework to guard against accidental puncturing of the tank, the shell and head thickness must be 1/8 inch or more.

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