46 CFR 32.50-1 - Cargo pumps for tank vessels constructed on or after November 10, 1936

Regulations last checked for updates: Feb 12, 2026

Title 46 - Shipping last revised: Jan 15, 2026

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§ 32.50-1 - Cargo pumps for tank vessels constructed on or after November 10, 1936—TB/ALL.

On all tank vessels, the construction or conversion of which is started on or after November 10, 1936, the cargo pumps shall be designed and installed to minimize the danger of sparking. Special care shall be exercised in the design of packing spaces in order to secure ample depth and accessibility of glands. Where cargo pump shafts pierce gastight bulkheads, stuffing boxes with readily accessible gastight glands shall be provided.

authority: 46 U.S.C. 2103,3306,3703,3719; E.O. 12234, 45 FR 58801, 3 CFR, 1980 Comp., p. 277; DHS Delegation No. 00170.1, Revision No. 01.4; Subpart 32.59 also issued under the authority of Sec. 4109, Pub. L. 101-380, 104 Stat. 515

source: CGFR 65-50, 30 FR 16671, Dec. 30, 1965, unless otherwise noted.

cite as: 46 CFR 32.50-1