Regulations last checked for updates: Feb 14, 2026

Title 46 - Shipping last revised: Jan 15, 2026
§ 164.003-5 - Procedure for approval.

(a) Processed kapok is not subject to formal approval, but will be accepted by the inspector on the basis of this subpart for use in the manufacture of lifesaving equipment utilizing it.

(b) [Reserved]

authority: 46 U.S.C. 3306,3703,4302; E.O. 12234, 45 FR 58801, 3 CFR, 1980 Comp., p. 277; DHS Delegation 00170.1, Revision No. 01.4
cite as: 46 CFR 164.003-5