40 CFR 264.173 - Management of containers.

Regulations last checked for updates: Jun 18, 2024

Title 40 - Protection of Environment last revised: Jun 13, 2024

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§ 264.173 - Management of containers.

(a) A container holding hazardous waste must always be closed during storage, except when it is necessary to add or remove waste.

(b) A container holding hazardous waste must not be opened, handled, or stored in a manner which may rupture the container or cause it to leak.

[Comment: Reuse of containers in transportation is governed by U.S. Department of Transportation regulations including those set forth in 49 CFR 173.28.]

authority: 42 U.S.C. 6905,6912,6924,6925,and

source: 45 FR 33221, May 19, 1980, unless otherwise noted.

cite as: 40 CFR 264.173