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Special Permit Section
Purpose:
Solid hazardous materials cargoes listed in 46 CFR 148.01-7 Table of Permitted Cargoes may be transported in bulk on board vessels if they comply with the regulations in 46 CFR 148.01. A petition for authorization to transport an unlisted cargo or to use alternative procedures must be submitted to the address below.
Procedures for Filing of Special Petition for Special Permit
Each person to whom a special permit is issued under the terms of 46 CFR 148.01-9 shall comply with all requirements of part 148.01-11 (Special permits; standard conditions) except as specifically provided by the terms of the special permit.
Standard Conditions for Special Permits
See 46 CFR 148.01-11 for standard conditions for special permits.
Contact the Hazardous Materials Division (CG-ENG-5):
Commandant (CG-ENG-5)
US Coast Guard
2100 2nd Street SW Stop 7126
Washington DC 20593-7126
Tel: +1 (202) 372-1420
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