Code of Federal Regulations Title 49. Transportation § 49.175.26 Notification at cargo facilities of hazardous materials requirements

(1) Cargo containing hazardous materials (dangerous goods) for transportation by aircraft must be offered in accordance with the Federal Hazardous Materials Regulations (49 CFR parts 171 through 180).

(2) A violation can result in five years' imprisonment and penalties of $250,000 or more (49 U.S.C. 5124).

(3) Hazardous materials (dangerous goods) include explosives, compressed gases, flammable liquids and solids, oxidizers, poisons, corrosives and radioactive materials.

(1) Legibly in English, and, where cargo is accepted outside of the United States, in the language of the host country;  and

(2) On a background of contrasting color.

(1) An unattended location (e.g., a drop box) provided a general notice advising customers of a prohibition on shipments of hazardous materials through that location is prominently displayed;  or

(2) A customer's facility where hazardous materials packages are accepted by a carrier.