state guidelines for greenhouse gas emissions from existing electric utility generating units an advance notice of proposed rulemaking anprm is a notice intended to solicit information from the public as the environmental protection agency epa considers proposing a future rule. in this anprm the epa is considering proposing emission guidelines to limit greenhouse gas ghg emissions from existing electric utility generating units egus and is soliciting information on the proper respective roles of the state and federal governments in that process as well as information on systems of emission reduction that are applicable at or to an existing egu information on compliance measures and information on state planning requirements under the clean air act caa . this anprm does not propose any regulatory requirements.
phase 2 and tractor-trailer amendments amends rules regarding the phase 2 greenhouse gas regulations.
national organic program amendments to the national list of allowed and prohibited substances crops livestock and handling this proposed rule would amend the national list of allowed and prohibited substances national list provisions of the u.s. department of agricultures usdas organic regulations to implement recommendations submitted to the secretary of agriculture secretary by the national organic standards board nosb . this rule proposes to change the use restrictions for seventeen substances allowed for organic production or handling on the national list micronutrients chlorhexidine parasiticides fenbendazole moxidectin xylazine lidocaine procaine methionine excipients alginic acid flavors carnauba wax chlorine cellulose colors and glycerin. this rule also proposes to add sixteen new substances on the national list to be allowed in organic production or handling hypochlorous acid magnesium oxide squid byproducts activated charcoal calcium borogluconate calcium propionate injectable vitamins minerals and electrolytes kaolin pectin mineral oil propylene glycol acidified sodium chlorite zinc sulfate potassium lactate and sodium lactate. in addition this proposed rule would list the botanical pesticide rotenone as a prohibited substance in organic cro production. finally this proposed rule would remove ivermectin as an allowed parasiticide for use in organic livestock production.
standards and testing of motor fuel establishes the standards relating to motor fuel. this rule adopts the 2017 version of the nist handbook 130 which establishes the uniform engine fuels and automotive lubricant regulations. this rule eliminates unnecessary permitting requirements that have previously been required. it specifies specific areas where the state is not going to adopt the national standard and instead have state specific standards. this rule proposes a standard color code be adopted by gasoline stations. it clarifies that the state will adopt the astm specification d4814-17 for automotive spark-ignition engine fuel.
2019 building energy efficiency standards amends rules to propose new requirements for installation of solar photovoltaics for newly constructed low-rise residential buildings update current ventilation and indoor air quality iaq requirements including references to ashrae 62.1 and 62.2 and extend title 24 part 6 to apply to healthcare facilities.
revisions to testing regulations for air emission sources this action proposes corrections and updates to regulations for source testing of emissions. the proposed rule includes corrections to testing provisions that contain inaccuracies updates to outdated procedures and approved alternative procedures that provide testers enhanced flexibility. the revisions will improve the quality of data but will not impose new substantive requirements on source owners or operators.
modification of significant new use of a certain chemical substance epa is proposing to amend the significant new use rule snur under section 5 a 2 of the toxic substances control act tsca for oxazolidine 3 3-methylenebis5-methyl- which was the subject of a premanufacture notice pmn and a significant new use notice snun . this action would amend the snur to allow certain new uses reported in the snun without requiring additional snuns and make the lack of certain worker protections a new use. epa is proposing this amendment based on review of new and existing data as described for the chemical substance. a snur requires persons who intend to manufacture including import or process this chemical substance for an activity that is designated as a significant new use by this proposed rule to notify epa at least 90 days before commencing that activity. the required notification initiates epas evaluation of the intended use within the applicable review period. manufacture and processing for the significant new use would be unable to commence until epa conducted a review of the notice made an appropriate determination on the notice and took such actions as are required with that determination.
storage tank regulations this rulemaking concerns corrections for previously adopted codes and standards cited in 7 ccr 1101-14 by reference and implementing compliance incentives.
underground storage tanks amends rules pertaining to underground storage tanks.
prohibitions on use of certain hydrofluorocarbons in stationary refrigeration and foam end-uses establishes rules to establish specific prohibitions on the use of high global warming potential refrigerants in new and retrofit stationary refrigeration equipment and certain hfcs used as blowing agents in foam end uses. provides record keeping requirement that would require the production of these documents if the california air resources board carb requests them. provides for a disclosure requirement on the invoice produced by the manufacturer for these end uses.
portable electric spas and battery charger systems modifies existing appliance efficiency regulations for portable electric spas. updates the performance standard the test procedure and adds a labeling requirement.
ignition interlock program modifies the process by which ignition interlock device iid manufacturers make application to the commissioner to conduct iid business includes a section on standards and specifications for ignition interlock devices.
hazardous substances and articles administration and enforcement regulations corrections to animal testing regulations the consumer product safety commission cpsc or commission is issuing a direct final rule to correct its animal testing regulations under the federal hazardous substances act fhsa . the rule reinserts text that was inadvertently omitted and corrects references.
swimming and wading pools hot tubs and spas proposes to repeal the rules and regulations for licensing swimming and wading pools hot tubs and spas and replace them with the rules and regulations for licensing aquatic venues.
approval of section 112 l authority for hazardous air pollutants perchloroethylene air emission standards for dry cleaning facilities state of vermont the environmental protection agency epa is taking direct final action to grant the vermont department of environmental conservation vt dec the authority to implement and enforce with respect to area sources only the vermont perchloroethylene dry cleaning rule in place of the national emissions standards for hazardous air pollutants for perchloroethylene dry cleaning facilities dry cleaning neshap . pursuant to the clean air act caa the vt dec submitted a request for approval to implement and enforce the perchloroethylene dry cleaning rule of the vermont air pollution control regulations as a partial substitution for the national emissions standards for hazardous air pollutants for perchloroethylene dry cleaning facilities dry cleaning neshap as it applies to area sources. epa has reviewed this request and has determined that the vermont perchloroethylene dry cleaning rule satisfies the requirements necessary for partial rule substitution. thus epa is hereby granting vt decs request. this action does not affect the authority of any party to implement and enforce the dry cleaning neshap with respect to major source dry cleaners. this approval makes the vermont perchloroethylene dry cleaning rule federally enforceable in vermont.
consumer disclosure and labeling promoting spectrum access for wireless microphone operations in this document the consumer and governmental affairs bureau wireless telecommunications bureau and the office of engineering and technology of the federal communications commission adopt specific language for the consumer disclosures which the commission adopted in 2015 and which concern the operation of wireless microphone licensed or unlicensed or video assist devices capable of operating in the 600 mhz service frequency band. with the close of the incentive auction on 13 april 2017 the 600 mhz service band has been reallocated for new wireless services and wireless microphones and video assist devices must cease operations in this band no later than 13 july 2020 to avoid harmful interference to new wireless services. this disclosure requirement including the specific consumer alert language applies to persons who manufacture sell lease or offer for sale or lease wireless microphones or video assist devices authorized pursuant to and informs consumers of the changes that will affect their use of these devices in the newly established 600 mhz service band.
medical devices general and plastic surgery devices classification of the extracorporeal shock wave device for treatment of chronic wounds the food and drug administration fda or we is classifying the extracorporeal shock wave device for treatment of chronic wounds into class ii special controls . the special controls that apply to the device type are identified in this order and will be part of the codified language for the extracorporeal shock wave device for treatment of chronic wounds classification. we are taking this action because we have determined that classifying the device into class ii special controls will provide a reasonable assurance of safety and effectiveness of the device. we believe this action will also enhance patients access to beneficial innovative devices in part by reducing regulatory burdens.
clarification of post-approval testing standards for closed-circuit escape respirators technical amendments the department of health and human services hhs proposes to modify current language found in title 42 of the code of federal regulations which addresses post-approval testing of closed-circuit escape respirators ccers . the revised language should clarify that post-approval testing of ccers may exclude human subject testing and environmental conditioning at the discretion of the national institute for occupational safety and health niosh within the centers for disease control and prevention hhs. the revision to the text in this paragraph will clarify the scope of post-approval testing conducted by niosh.
national organic program usda organic regulations this document announces the renewal of 17 substances on the national list of allowed and prohibited substances national list within the u.s. department of agricultures usda organic regulations. this document reflects the outcome of the 2018 sunset review process and addresses the recommendations submitted to the secretary of agriculture secretary through the usdas agricultural marketing service ams by the national organic standards board nosb .
volatile organic compound limits in consumer products the ohio environmental protection agency division of air pollution control dapc has proposed amended rules in ohio administrative code oac chapter 3745-112 consumer products rules program to the joint committee on agency rule review jcarr . the rules in this chapter establish limits on the quantity of volatile organic compounds vocs that may be contained in consumer products such as paint cleaning products and beauty products that are sold supplied offered for sale or manufactured for sale in the state of ohio.
national institute of standards and technology handbook 44 2018 the proposed rule will incorporate by reference in subdivision a of 1 nycrr section 220.2 the 2018 edition of national institute of standards and technology handbook 44 henceforth handbook 44 2018 edition which contains specifications tolerances and regulations for commercial measuring devices. the 2017 edition of handbook 44 is presently incorporated by reference. handbook 44 2018 edition differs from the 2017 edition in that it contains new requirements for divisions in high-accuracy scales used in direct sales such as jewelry scales deletes the requirement that the size of the pipe mounted on a vehicle tank used for the delivery of petroleum products must be set forth on the meter amends requirements applicable to taximeters that use gps technology and other non-substantive additions amendments and deletions. handbook 44 2018 edition has been adopted or is in the process of being adopted by every state manufacturers and users of weighing and measuring devices located in new york already therefore conform their operations to the provisions of this document in order to sell their products in interstate commerce. the proposed rule requires manufacturers and users of weighing and measuring devices to do no more than they are practically required to do presently and or lessens certain regulatory burdens as such the proposed rule will not have an adverse impact upon jobs or employment opportunities.
proposed amendments to the consumer products regulation amends rules to maintain the ozone air quality benefits and the benefits claimed in the state implementation plan that the voc limit would achieve provides compliance flexibility to manufacturers that would enable them to continue to offer effective products to consumers achieves these objectives without significantly impacting compliance costs or increasing the cost of mpl products on the market.
air quality revision to the regulatory definition of volatile organic compounds--exclusion of cis-1 1 1 4 4 4-hexafluorobut-2-ene hfo-1336mzz-z the environmental protection agency epa is proposing to revise the regulatory definition of volatile organic compounds voc under the clean air act caa . this action proposes to add cis- 1 1 1 4 4 4-hexafluorobut-2-ene also known as hfo-1336mzz-z cas number 692-49-9 to the list of compounds excluded from the regulatory definition of voc on the basis that this compound makes a negligible contribution to tropospheric ozone o3 formation.
national organic program proposed amendments to the national list of allowed and prohibited substances for 2017 nosb recommendations livestock and handling this proposed rule would amend the national list of allowed and prohibited substances national list section of the united states department of agricultures usdas organic regulations to implement recommendations submitted to the secretary of agriculture secretary by the national organic standards board nosb . this rule proposes to add elemental sulfur to the national list for use in organic livestock production and reclassify potassium acid tartrate from a non- agricultural substance to an agricultural substance and require the organic form of the ingredient when commercially available.
national bioengineered food disclosure standard a recent amendment to the agricultural marketing act of 1946 requires the secretary of agriculture secretary to establish the national mandatory bioengineered be food disclosure standard. the agricultural marketing service ams is proposing a new rule that would require food manufacturers and other entities that label foods for retail sale to disclose information about be food and be food ingredient content. the proposed rule is intended to provide a mandatory uniform national standard for disclosure of information to consumers about the be status of foods. ams seeks comments on the proposed rule. this proposed rule also announces ams intent to request approval by the office of management and budget omb of new information collection and recordkeeping requirements to implement the proposed be food disclosure standard.
rules on reasonably available control technology ract requirements for stationary sources that emit nitrogen oxides nox amends rule relating to the emission standards and requirements for nox ract for specified boilers combustion turbines internal combustion engines asphalt plant dryers incinerators wallboard dryers calcining mills calciners gypsum rock dryers emergency generators load shaving units and miscellaneous sources.
oil and gas and sulfur operations in the outer continental shelf--blowout preventer systems and well control revisions the bureau of safety and environmental enforcement bsee is proposing to revise existing regulations for well control and blowout preventer systems. this proposed rule would revise requirements for well design well control casing cementing real-time monitoring rtm and subsea containment. these revisions modify regulations pertaining to offshore oil and gas drilling completions workovers and decommissioning in accordance with executive and secretary of the interiors orders to ensure safety and environmental protection while correcting errors and reducing certain unnecessary regulatory burdens imposed under the existing regulations. accordingly after thoroughly reexamining the original blowout preventer systems and well control final rule wcr experiences from the implementation process and bsee policy bsee proposes to amend revise or remove current regulatory provisions that create unnecessary burdens on stakeholders while ensuring safety and environmental protection. the proposed regulations would also address various issues and errors that were identified during the implementation of the recent rulemaking on these issues.
national emission standards for hazardous air pollutants surface coating of wood building products residual risk and technology review the u.s. environmental protection agency epa is proposing amendments to the national emission standards for hazardous air pollutants neshap for surface coating of wood building products to address the results of the residual risk and technology review rtr that the epa is required to conduct under the clean air act caa . we found risks due to emissions of air toxics to be acceptable from this source category and determined that the current neshap provides an ample margin of safety to protect public health. we identified no new cost-effective controls under the technology review to achieve further emissions reductions. the epa is proposing to add an alternative compliance demonstration equation to amend provisions addressing periods of startup shutdown and malfunction ssm to amend provisions regarding electronic reporting and to make technical and editorial changes. the epa is proposing these amendments to improve the effectiveness of the neshap. this action also proposes a new epa test method to measure isocyanate compounds in certain surface coatings.
safety standard for stationary activity centers the danny keysar child product safety notification act section 104 of the consumer product safety improvement act of 2008 cpsia requires the united states consumer product safety commission commission or cpsc to promulgate consumer product safety standards for durable infant or toddler products. these standards are to be substantially the same as applicable voluntary standards or more stringent than the voluntary standard if the commission concludes that more stringent requirements would further reduce the risk of injury associated with the product. the commission is proposing a safety standard for stationary activity centers in response to the direction under section 104 b of the cpsia.
accepted means of compliance airworthiness standards normal category airplanes this document announces the availability of 63 means of compliance moc based on 30 published astm international astm consensus standards developed by astm committee f44 on general aviation aircraft. a total of 46 of these accepted mocs consist of astm consensus standards as published with the remaining 17 mocs comprised of a combination of astm standards and faa changes. the administrator finds these mocs to be an acceptable means but not the only means of showing compliance to the applicable regulations in part 23 amendment 23-64 for normal category airplanes. the administrator further finds that these accepted means of complying with part 23 amendment 23-64 provide at least the same level of safety as the corresponding requirements in part 23 amendment 23-63.
radiology devices reclassification of medical image analyzers the food and drug administration fda or the agency is issuing this proposed order to reclassify medical image analyzers applied to mammography breast cancer ultrasound breast lesions radiograph lung nodules and radiograph dental caries detection as postamendments class iii premarket approval devices regulated under product code myn into class ii special controls subject to premarket notification. fda is also identifying the proposed special controls that the agency believes are necessary to provide a reasonable assurance of safety and effectiveness of the device. these devices are intended to direct the clinicians attention to portions of an image that may reveal abnormalities during interpretation of patients radiology images by the clinician. if finalized this order will reclassify these types of devices from class iii to class ii and reduce regulatory burdens on industry as these types of devices will no longer be required to submit a premarket approval application pma but can instead submit a less burdensome premarket notification 510 k before marketing their device.
medical devices general and plastic surgery devices classification of the microneedling device for aesthetic use the food and drug administration fda or we is classifying the microneedling device for aesthetic use into class ii special controls . the special controls that apply to the device type are identified in this order and will be part of the codified language for the microneedling device for aesthetic uses classification. we are taking this action because we have determined that classifying the device into class ii special controls will provide a reasonable assurance of safety and effectiveness of the device. we believe this action will also enhance patients access to beneficial innovative devices in part by reducing regulatory burdens.
medical devices orthopedic devices classification of the in vivo cured intramedullary fixation rod the food and drug administration fda or we is classifying the in vivo cured intramedullary fixation rod into class ii special controls . the special controls that apply to the device type are identified in this order and will be part of the codified language for the in vivo cured intramedullary fixation rods classification. we are taking this action because we have determined that classifying the device into class ii special controls will provide a reasonable assurance of safety and effectiveness of the device. we believe this action will also enhance patients access to beneficial innovative devices in part by reducing regulatory burdens.
medium flocking bird test at climb condition the faa proposes the addition of a new test requirement to the airworthiness regulation addressing engine bird ingestion. the current regulation ensures bird ingestion capability of the turbofan engine fan blades but the existing test conditions do not adequately demonstrate bird ingestion capability of the engine core. this proposed rule would require that to obtain certification of a turbofan engine a manufacturer must show that the engine core can continue to operate after ingesting a medium sized bird while operating at a lower fan speed associated with climb or landing. this new requirement would ensure that engines can ingest the largest medium flocking bird required by the existing rule into the engine core at climb or descent conditions.
renewable fuel standard program standards for 2019 and biomass-based diesel volume for 2020 under section 211 of the clean air act the environmental protection agency epa is required to set renewable fuel percentage standards every year. this action proposes the annual percentage standards for cellulosic biofuel biomass-based diesel advanced biofuel and total renewable fuel that apply to gasoline and diesel transportation fuel produced or imported in the year 2019. relying on statutory waiver authority that is available when the projected cellulosic biofuel production volume is less than the applicable volume specified in the statute epa is proposing volume requirements for cellulosic biofuel advanced biofuel and total renewable fuel that are below the statutory volume targets. we are also proposing the applicable volume of biomass-based diesel for 2020.
national emission standards for hazardous air pollutants and new source performance standards petroleum refinery sector amendments this action proposes amendments to the national emission standards for hazardous air pollutants neshap refinery mact 1 which was published in the federal register on 1 december 2015 and subsequently amended on 13 july 2016. the 1 december 2015 action was the result of a risk and technology review in which the environmental protection agency epa finalized amendments to refinery mact 1 and refinery mact 2. the 13 july 2016 action finalized technical corrections and clarifications as well as changes to compliance dates for various emission sources including the maintenance vent standards that apply during periods of startup shutdown maintenance or inspection. in this action the epa is proposing to amend the compliance dates for maintenance vents to 30 january 2019. these proposed revisions do not affect any other requirements in the 1 december 2015 or 13 july 2016 final actions. this proposed action will have an insignificant effect on emissions reductions and no effect on costs.
safety standard for automatic residential garage door operators the consumer product safety commission commission or cpsc is amending its regulation safety standard for automatic residential garage door operators to reflect changes made by underwriters laboratories inc. ul in the entrapment protection provisions in uls standard ul 325 standard for safety door drapery gate louver and window operators and systems seventh edition.
yaw maneuver conditions--rudder reversals the faa proposes to add a new load condition to the design standards for transport category airplanes. the new load condition would require the airplane be designed to withstand the loads caused by rapid reversals of the rudder pedals and would apply to transport category airplanes that have a powered rudder control surface or surfaces. this rule is necessary because accident and incident data show that pilots sometimes make rudder reversals during flight even though such reversals are unnecessary and discouraged by flightcrew training programs. the current design standards do not require the airplane structure to withstand the loads that may result from such reversals. if the airplane loads exceed those for which it is designed the airplane structure may fail resulting in catastrophic loss of control of the airplane. this proposal aims to prevent structural failure of the rudder and vertical stabilizer that may result from these rudder reversals.
significant new use rules on certain chemical substances epa is proposing significant new use rules snurs under the toxic substances control act tsca for 145 chemical substances which were the subject of premanufacture notices pmns . the chemical substances are subject to orders issued by epa pursuant to section 5 e of tsca. this action would require persons who intend to manufacture defined by statute to include import or process any of these 145 chemical substances for an activity that is designated as a significant new use by this rule to notify epa at least 90 days before commencing that activity. the required notification initiates epas evaluation of the intended use within the applicable review period. persons may not commence manufacture or processing for the significant new use until epa has conducted a review of the premanufacture notice made an appropriate determination on the notification and has taken such actions as are required with that determination. in addition to this notice of proposed rulemaking epa is issuing the action as a direct final rule elsewhere in this issue of the federal register.
pipeline safety class location change requirements phmsa is seeking public comment on its existing class location requirements for natural gas transmission pipelines as they pertain to actions operators are required to take following class location changes due to population growth near the pipeline. operators have suggested that performing integrity management measures on pipelines where class locations have changed due to population increases would be an equally safe but less costly alternative to the current requirements of either reducing pressure pressure testing or replacing pipe. this request for public comment continues a line of discussion from a notice of inquiry published in 2013 and a report to congress in 2016 regarding whether expanding integrity management requirements would mitigate the need for class location requirements.
significant new use rules on certain chemical substances epa is proposing significant new use rules snurs under the toxic substances control act tsca for 27 chemical substances which were the subject of premanufacture notices pmns . the chemical substances are subject to orders issued by epa pursuant to section 5 e of tsca. this action would require persons who intend to manufacture defined by statute to include import or process any of these 27 chemical substances for an activity that is designated as a significant new use by these rules to notify epa at least 90 days before commencing that activity. the required notification initiates epas evaluation of the intended use within the applicable review period. persons may not commence manufacture or processing for the significant new use until epa has conducted a review of the notice made an appropriate determination on the notification and has taken such actions as are required with that determination. in addition to this notice of proposed rulemaking epa is issuing the action as a direct final rule elsewhere in this issue of the federal register.
united states standards for grades of processed vegetables the agricultural marketing service ams of the department of agriculture usda proposes to revise the u.s. standards for grades of canned lima beans u.s. standards for grades of canned mushrooms u.s. standards for grades of pickles and u.s. standards for grades of green olives. ams is proposing to replace the term midget with petite in the canned lima bean canned mushroom and pickle standards and to remove midget completely from the green olive standards as there is an alternative term. ams is also proposing to replace the two-term grading system dual nomenclature with a single term to describe each quality level in the canned lima bean canned mushroom and green olive standards. editorial changes would also be made to the grade standards that conform to recent changes made in other grade standards.
approval of american society of mechanical engineers code cases the u.s. nuclear regulatory commission nrc is proposing to amend its regulations to incorporate by reference proposed revisions of three regulatory guides rgs which would approve new revised and reaffirmed code cases published by the american society of mechanical engineers asme . this proposed action would allow nuclear power plant licensees and applicants for construction permits operating licenses combined licenses standard design certifications standard design approvals and manufacturing licenses to use the code cases listed in these draft rgs as voluntary alternatives to engineering standards for the construction inservice inspection isi and inservice testing ist of nuclear power plant components. the nrc is requesting comments on this proposed rule and on the draft versions of the three rgs proposed to be incorporated by reference. the nrc is also making available a related draft rg that lists code cases that the nrc has not approved for use. this draft rg will not be incorporated by reference into the nrcs regulations.
the safer affordable fuel-efficient safe vehicles rule for model years 2021-2026 passenger cars and light trucks the national highway traffic safety administration nhtsa and the environmental protection agency epa are proposing the safer affordable fuel-efficient safe vehicles rule for model years 2021- 2026 passenger cars and light trucks safe vehicles rule . the safe vehicles rule if finalized would amend certain existing corporate average fuel economy cafe and tailpipe carbon dioxide emissions standards for passenger cars and light trucks and establish new standards all covering model years 2021 through 2026. more specifically nhtsa is proposing new cafe standards for model years 2022 through 2026 and amending its 2021 model year cafe standards because they are no longer maximum feasible standards and epa is proposing to amend its carbon dioxide emissions standards for model years 2021 through 2025 because they are no longer appropriate and reasonable in addition to establishing new standards for model year 2026. the preferred alternative is to retain the model year 2020 standards specifically the footprint target curves for passenger cars and light trucks for both programs through model year 2026 but comment is sought on a range of alternatives discussed throughout this document. compared to maintaining the post-2020 standards set forth in 2012 current estimates indicate that the proposed safe vehicles rule would save over 500 billion dollars in societal costs and reduce highway fatalities by 12 700 lives over the lifetimes of vehicles through my 2029 . u.s. fuel consumption would increase by about half a million barrels per day 2-3 percent of total daily consumption according to the energy information administration and would impact the global climate by 3 1000th of one degree celsius by 2100 also when compared to the standards set forth in 2012.
significant new use rules on certain chemical substances epa is proposing significant new use rules snurs under the toxic substances control act tsca for 10 chemical substances which were the subject of premanufacture notices pmns . the chemical substances are subject to orders issued by epa pursuant to section 5 e of tsca. this action would require persons who intend to manufacture defined by statute to include import or process any of these 10 chemical substances for an activity that is designated as a significant new use by this rule to notify epa at least 90 days before commencing that activity. the required notification initiates epas evaluation of the intended use within the applicable review period. persons may not commence manufacture or processing for the significant new use until epa has conducted a review of the notice made an appropriate determination on the notice and has taken such actions as are required with that determination. in addition to this notice of proposed rulemaking epa is issuing the action as a direct final rule elsewhere in this issue of the federal register.
significant new use rules on certain chemical substances epa is proposing significant new use rules snurs under the toxic substances control act tsca for 19 chemical substances which were the subject of premanufacture notices pmns . the chemical substances are subject to orders issued by epa pursuant to section 5 e of tsca. this action would require persons who intend to manufacture defined by statute to include import or process any of these 19 chemical substances for an activity that is designated as a significant new use by these rules to notify epa at least 90 days before commencing that activity. the required notification initiates epas evaluation of the intended use within the applicable review period. persons may not commence manufacture or processing for the significant new use until epa has conducted a review of the notice made an appropriate determination on the notice and has taken such actions as are required with that determination. in addition to this notice of proposed rulemaking epa is issuing the action as a direct final rule elsewhere in this issue of the federal register.
significant new use rules on certain chemical substances epa is proposing significant new use rules snurs under the toxic substances control act tsca for 28 chemical substances which were the subject of premanufacture notices pmns . the chemical substances are subject to orders issued by epa pursuant to section 5 e of tsca. this action would require persons who intend to manufacture defined by statute to include import or process any of these 28 chemical substances for an activity that is designated as a significant new use by this rule to notify epa at least 90 days before commencing that activity. the required notification initiates epas evaluation of the intended use within the applicable review period. persons may not commence manufacture or processing for the significant new use until epa has conducted a review of the notice made an appropriate determination on the notice and has taken such actions as are required with that determination. in addition to this notice of proposed rulemaking epa is issuing the action as a direct final rule elsewhere in this issue of the federal register.
significant new use rules on certain chemical substances epa is proposing significant new use rules snurs under the toxic substances control act tsca for 26 chemical substances which were the subject of premanufacture notices pmns . the chemical substances are subject to orders issued by epa pursuant to sections 5 e and 5 f of tsca. this action would require persons who intend to manufacture defined by statute to include import or process any of these 26 chemical substances for an activity that is designated as a significant new use by this rule to notify epa at least 90 days before commencing that activity. the required notification initiates epas evaluation of the intended use within the applicable review period. persons may not commence manufacture or processing for the significant new use until epa has conducted a review of the notice made an appropriate determination on the notice and has taken such actions as are required with that determination. in addition to this notice of proposed rulemaking epa is issuing the action as a direct final rule elsewhere in this issue of the federal register.
consensus standards light-sport aircraft this notice announces the availability of two new and two revised consensus standards relating to the provisions of the sport pilot and light-sport aircraft rule issued 16 july 2004 and effective 1 september 2004. astm international committee f37 on light-sport aircraft developed the new and revised standards with federal aviation administration participation. by this notice the federal aviation administration finds the new and revised standards acceptable for certification of the specified aircraft under the provisions of the sport pilot and light-sport aircraft rule.
united states standards for grades of pecans the agricultural marketing service ams is amending the u.s. standards for grades of shelled pecans and the u.s. standards for grades of pecans in the shell. the revisions include replacing the term midget with extra small in the shelled pecan standards and removing references to plastic models of pecan kernels and information on where the color standards may be examined from both standards.
significant new use rules on certain chemical substances epa is proposing significant new use rules snurs under the toxic substances control act tsca for 28 chemical substances which were the subject of premanufacture notices pmns . the chemical substances are subject to orders issued by epa pursuant to section 5 e of tsca. this action would require persons who intend to manufacture defined by statute to include import or process any of these 28 chemical substances for an activity that is designated as a significant new use by this rule to notify epa at least 90 days before commencing that activity. the required notification initiates epas evaluation of the intended use within the applicable review period. persons may not commence manufacture or processing for the significant new use until epa has conducted a review of the notice made an appropriate determination on the notice and has taken such actions as are required with that determination. in addition to this notice of proposed rulemaking epa is issuing the action as a direct final rule elsewhere in this issue of the federal register.
federal motor vehicle safety standards lamps reflective devices and associated equipment this document proposes amendments to federal motor vehicle safety standard fmvss no. 108 lamps reflective devices and associated equipment to permit the certification of adaptive driving beam headlighting systems if the manufacturer chooses to equi vehicles with these systems. toyota motor north america inc. toyota petitioned nhtsa for rulemaking to amend fmvss no. 108 to permit manufacturers the option of equipping vehicles with adaptive driving beam systems. nhtsa has granted toyotas petition and proposes to establish appropriate performance requirements to ensure the safe introduction of adaptive driving beam headlighting systems if equipped on newly manufactured vehicles.
significant new use rules on certain chemical substances epa is proposing significant new use rules snurs under the toxic substances control act tsca for 13 chemical substances which are the subject of premanufacture notices pmns . this action would require persons to notify epa at least 90 days before commencing manufacture defined by statute to include import or processing of any of these 13 chemical substances for an activity that is designated as a significant new use by this proposed rule. if this proposed rule is made final persons may not commence manufacture or processing for the significant new use until they have submitted a significant new use notice and epa has conducted a review of the notice made an appropriate determination on the notice and has taken any actions as are required as a result of that determination.
heavy duty engine on-board diagnostic system requirements amends rules to provide manufacturers with greater compliance flexibility and strengthen and clarify the performance requirements they are expected to meet in designing and developing robust on-board diagnostic obd systems.
residential code of ohio establishes rules regarding hydronic piping special piping and storage systems solar thermal energy systems fuel gas plumbing systems water supply and distribution electrical and referenced standards. the rules are proposed to comply with the five year rule review and to update the current residential code of ohio to reflect the 2018 edition of the international residential code.
appliance efficiency regulations portable air conditioners establishes rules to increase energy efficiency savings in the state by establishing statewide energy efficiency standards for single-duct and dual-duct portable air conditioners.
level of exposure to chemicals causing reproductive toxicity calculating intake by the average consumer of a product amends rules to clarify that where a business presents evidence for the level in question of a chemical listed as causing reproductive toxicity in a food product based on the average of multiple samples of that food the level in question may not be calculated by averaging the concentration of the chemical in food products from different manufacturers or producers or that were manufactured in different facilities from the product at issue.
proposed primary category design standards vertical aviation technologies vat model s-52l rotorcraft this notice announces the existence of and requests comments on the proposed airworthiness design standards for acceptance of the vertical aviation technologies vat model s-52l rotorcraft under the regulations for primary category aircraft.
oil and natural gas sector emission standards for new reconstructed and modified sources reconsideration this action proposes reconsideration amendments to the new source performance standards nsps at 40 code of federal regulations cfr part 60 subpart ooooa 2016 nsps ooooa . the environmental protection agency epa received petitions for reconsideration on the 2016 nsps ooooa. in 2017 the epa granted reconsideration on the fugitive emissions requirements well site pneumatic pum standards and the requirements for certification of closed vent systems by a professional engineer based on specific objections to these requirements. this action proposes amendments and clarifications as a result of reconsideration of these issues. the proposed amendments also address other issues raised for reconsideration and make technical corrections and amendments to further clarify the rule.
ophthalmic devices reclassification of ultrasound cyclodestructive device the food and drug administration fda is issuing this proposed order to reclassify the ultrasound cyclodestructive device a postamendments class iii device regulated under product code lzr into class ii special controls subject to premarket notification. fda is also identifying the proposed special controls that the agency believes are necessary to provide a reasonable assurance of safety and effectiveness of the device. fda is proposing this reclassification on its own initiative based on new information. if finalized this order will reclassify these devices from class iii to class ii special controls and reduce regulatory burdens as these types of devices will no longer be required to submit a premarket approval application pma but can instead submit a less burdensome premarket notification 510 k before marketing their device.
medical devices immunology and microbiology devices classification of the brain trauma assessment test the food and drug administration fda or we is classifying the brain trauma assessment test into class ii special controls . the special controls that apply to the device type are identified in this order and will be part of the codified language for the brain trauma assessment tests classification. we are taking this action because we have determined that classifying the device into class ii special controls will provide a reasonable assurance of safety and effectiveness of the device. we believe this action will also enhance patients access to beneficial innovative devices in part by reducing regulatory burdens.
medical devices gastroenterology-urology devices classification of the endoscopic electrosurgical cli cutting system the food and drug administration fda or we is classifying the endoscopic electrosurgical cli cutting system into class ii special controls . the special controls that apply to the device type are identified in this order and will be part of the codified language for the endoscopic electrosurgical cli cutting systems classification. we are taking this action because we have determined that classifying the device into class ii special controls will provide a reasonable assurance of safety and effectiveness of the device. we believe this action will also enhance patients access to beneficial innovative devices in part by reducing regulatory burdens.
medical devices gastroenterology-urology devices classification of the fluid jet system for prostate tissue removal the food and drug administration fda or we is classifying the fluid jet system for prostate tissue removal into class ii special controls . the special controls that apply to the device type are identified in this order and will be part of the codified language for the fluid jet system for prostate tissue removals classification. we are taking this action because we have determined that classifying the device into class ii special controls will provide a reasonable assurance of safety and effectiveness of the device. we believe this action will also enhance patients access to beneficial innovative devices in part by reducing regulatory burdens.
medical devices immunology and microbiology devices classification of the next generation sequencing based tumor profiling test the food and drug administration fda or we is classifying the next generation sequencing based tumor profiling test into class ii special controls . the special controls that apply to the device type are identified in this order and will be part of the codified language for the next generation sequencing based tumor profiling tests classification. we are taking this action because we have determined that classifying the device into class ii special controls will provide a reasonable assurance of safety and effectiveness of the device. we believe this action will also enhance patients access to beneficial innovative devices in part by reducing regulatory burdens.
medical devices immunology and microbiology devices classification of the herpes virus nucleic acid-based cutaneous and mucocutaneous lesion panel the food and drug administration fda or we is classifying the herpes virus nucleic acid-based cutaneous and mucocutaneous lesion panel into class ii special controls . the special controls that apply to the device type are identified in this order and will be part of the codified language for the herpes virus nucleic acid-based cutaneous and mucocutaneous lesion panels classification. we are taking this action because we have determined that classifying the device into class ii special controls will provide a reasonable assurance of safety and effectiveness of the device. we believe this action will also enhance patients access to beneficial innovative devices in part by reducing regulatory burdens.
medical devices neurological devices classification of the external upper limb tremor stimulator the food and drug administration fda or we is classifying the external upper limb tremor stimulator into class ii special controls . the special controls that apply to the device type are identified in this order and will be part of the codified language for the external upper limb tremor stimulators classification. we are taking this action because we have determined that classifying the device into class ii special controls will provide a reasonable assurance of safety and effectiveness of the device. we believe this action will also enhance patients access to beneficial innovative devices in part by reducing regulatory burdens.
medical devices anesthesiology devices classification of the positive airway pressure delivery system the food and drug administration fda or we is classifying the positive airway pressure delivery system into class ii special controls . the special controls that apply to the device type are identified in this order and will be part of the codified language for the positive airway pressure delivery systems classification. we are taking this action because we have determined that classifying the device into class ii special controls will provide a reasonable assurance of safety and effectiveness of the device. we believe this action will also enhance patients access to beneficial innovative devices in part by reducing regulatory burdens.
medical devices general and plastic surgery devices classification of the light based energy source device for topical application the food and drug administration fda or we is classifying the light based energy source device for topical application into class ii special controls . the special controls that apply to the device type are identified in this order and will be part of the codified language for the light based energy source device for topical applications classification. we are taking this action because we have determined that classifying the device into class ii special controls will provide a reasonable assurance of safety and effectiveness of the device. we believe this action will also enhance patients access to beneficial innovative devices in part by reducing regulatory burdens.
medical devices general and plastic surgery devices classification of the hemostatic device for intraluminal gastrointestinal use the food and drug administration fda or we is classifying the hemostatic device for intraluminal gastrointestinal use into class ii special controls . the special controls that apply to the device type are identified in this order and will be part of the codified language for the hemostatic device for intraluminal gastrointestinal uses classification. we are taking this action because we have determined that classifying the device into class ii special controls will provide a reasonable assurance of safety and effectiveness of the device. we believe this action will also enhance patients access to beneficial innovative devices in part by reducing regulatory burdens.
medical devices neurological devices classification of the thermal vestibular stimulator for headache the food and drug administration fda or we is classifying the thermal vestibular stimulator for headache into class ii special controls . the special controls that apply to the device type are identified in this order and will be part of the codified language for the thermal vestibular stimulator for headaches classification. we are taking this action because we have determined that classifying the device into class ii special controls will provide a reasonable assurance of safety and effectiveness of the device. we believe this action will also enhance patients access to beneficial innovative devices in part by reducing regulatory burdens.
medical devices ophthalmic devices classification of the intranasal electrostimulation device for dry eye symptoms the food and drug administration fda or we is classifying the intranasal electrostimulation device for dry eye symptoms into class ii special controls . the special controls that apply to the device type are identified in this order and will be part of the codified language for the intranasal electrostimulation device for dry eye symptoms classification. we are taking this action because we have determined that classifying the device into class ii special controls will provide a reasonable assurance of safety and effectiveness of the device. we believe this action will also enhance patients access to beneficial innovative devices in part by reducing regulatory burdens.
medical devices anesthesiology devices classification of the high flow humidified oxygen delivery device the food and drug administration fda or we is classifying the high flow humidified oxygen delivery device into class ii special controls . the special controls that apply to the device type are identified in this order and will be part of the codified language for the high flow humidified oxygen delivery devices classification. we are taking this action because we have determined that classifying the device into class ii special controls will provide a reasonable assurance of safety and effectiveness of the device. we believe this action will also enhance patients access to beneficial innovative devices in part by reducing regulatory burdens.
medical devices ear nose and throat devices classification of the active implantable bone conduction hearing system the food and drug administration fda or we is classifying the active implantable bone conduction hearing system into class ii special controls . the special controls that apply to the device type are identified in this order and will be part of the codified language for the active implantable bone conduction hearing systems classification. we are taking this action because we have determined that classifying the device into class ii special controls will provide a reasonable assurance of safety and effectiveness of the device. we believe this action will also enhance patients access to beneficial innovative devices in part by reducing regulatory burdens.
american society of mechanical engineers 2015-2017 code editions incorporation by reference the u.s. nuclear regulatory commission nrc is proposing to amend its regulations to incorporate by reference the 2015 and 2017 editions of the american society of mechanical engineers asme boiler and pressure vessel code bpv code and the 2015 and 2017 editions of the asme operation and maintenance of nuclear power plants division 1 om section ist om code respectively for nuclear power plants. the nrc is also proposing to incorporate by reference two revised asme code cases. this action is in accordance with the nrcs policy to periodically update the regulations to incorporate by reference new editions of the asme codes and is intended to maintain the safety of nuclear power plants and to make nrc activities more effective and efficient.
significant new use rules on certain chemical substances epa is proposing significant new use rules snurs under the toxic substances control act tsca for 66 chemical substances which were the subject of premanufacture notices pmns . the chemical substances are subject to orders issued by epa pursuant to section 5 e of tsca. this action would require persons who intend to manufacture defined by statute to include import or process any of these 66 chemical substances for an activity that is proposed as a significant new use to notify epa at least 90 days before commencing that activity. the required notification initiates epas evaluation of the intended use within the applicable review period. persons may not commence manufacture or processing for the significant new use until epa has conducted a review of the notice made an appropriate determination on the notice and has taken such actions as are required with that determination.
hazardous materials harmonization with international standards the pipeline and hazardous materials safety administration phmsa proposes to amend the hazardous materials regulations hmr to maintain alignment with international regulations and standards by incorporating various amendments including changes to proper shipping names hazard classes packing groups special provisions packaging authorizations air transport quantity limitations and vessel stowage requirements. these revisions are necessary to harmonize the hmr with recent changes made to the international maritime dangerous goods code the international civil aviation organizations technical instructions for the safe transport of dangerous goods by air and the united nations recommendations on the transport of dangerous goods--model regulations. additionally phmsa proposes several amendments to the hmr that would allow for increased alignment with the transport canada transportation of dangerous goods tdg regulations.
standards of performance for new residential wood heaters new residential hydronic heaters and forced-air furnaces in this action the environmental protection agency epa is soliciting comment on several aspects of the 2015 standards of performance for new residential wood heaters new residential hydronic heaters and forced-air furnaces 2015 nsps in order to inform future rulemaking to improve these standards and related test methods. this action does not propose any changes to the 2015 nsps but does take comment on a number of aspects of the rule including the compliance date for the ste 2 emission limits ste 2 emission limits for forced- air furnaces hydronic heaters and wood heaters ste 2 emission limits based on weighted averages versus individual burn rates transitioning to cord wood certification test methods compliance audit testing third-party review electronic reporting tool and warranty requirements.
standards of performance for new residential wood heaters new residential hydronic heaters and forced-air furnaces in this action the epa proposes to amend the 2015 new source performance standards nsps for new residential hydronic heaters and new forced-air furnaces by adding a two-year sell-through period for all affected new hydronic heaters and forced-air furnaces that are manufactured or imported before the may 2020 compliance date to be sold at retail through may 2022. this will allow retailers additional time after the may 2020 effective date of the ste 2 standards for the sale of ste 1 compliant hydronic heaters and forced-air furnaces remaining in inventory. the epa is also taking comment on whether a sell-through period for all affected new residential wood heaters is appropriate following the may 2020 compliance date and if so how long a sell-through period is needed and why. in addition this action is taking comment on whether the current minimum pellet fuel requirements should be retained and if so whether they should be revised.
definition of the term biological product the food and drug administration fda or the agency is proposing to amend its regulation that defines biological product to incorporate changes made by the biologics price competition and innovation act of 2009 bpci act and to provide its interpretation of the statutory terms protein and chemically synthesized polypeptide. under that interpretation the term protein would mean any alpha amino acid polymer with a specific defined sequence that is greater than 40 amino acids in size. a chemically synthesized polypeptide would mean any alpha amino acid polymer that is made entirely by chemical synthesis and is greater than 40 amino acids but less than 100 amino acids in size. this proposed rule is intended to clarify the statutory framework under which such products are regulated.
uniform compliance date for food labeling regulations the food safety and inspection service fsis is establishing 1 january 2022 as the uniform compliance date for new meat and poultry product labeling regulations that will be issued between 1 january 2019 and 31 december 2020. fsis periodically announces uniform compliance dates for new meat and poultry product labeling regulations to minimize the economic impact of label changes.
uniform compliance date for food labeling regulations the food and drug administration fda or we is establishing 1 january 2022 as the uniform compliance date for food labeling regulations that are published on or after 1 january 2019 and on or before 31 december 2020. we periodically announce uniform compliance dates for new food labeling requirements to minimize the economic impact of label changes.
temporary exemption from motor vehicle safety and bumper standards this document amends nhtsas regulation on temporary exemption from the federal motor vehicle safety standards fmvss and bumper standards to expedite the publishing of notices soliciting public comment on exemption petitions. it does so by eliminating the provision calling for the agency to determine that a petition is complete before the agency publishes a notice summarizing the petition and soliciting public comments on it. as amended the regulation continues to provide that the agency will as it does now determine whether a petition contains adequate justification in deciding whether to grant or deny the petition. the intended effect of these changes is to enable the agency to solicit public comments more quickly.
removal of u.s. grade standards this rule will remove seven voluntary u.s. grade standards and one consumer standard for fresh fruits and vegetables from the code of federal regulations cfr . this regulatory action is being taken as part of usdas work to eliminate regulations that are outdated unnecessary ineffective or impose costs that exceed benefits. none of the eight voluntary standards slated for removal from the cfr are related to a current active marketing order import regulation or export act. the cost of printing these eight standards in the cfr annually exceeds the benefits of further inclusion in the cfr. these voluntary standards and all subsequent revisions or new standards for these products will be available in a separate publication. the standards for the affected commodities will continue to be administered by the ams specialty crops inspection sci division and catalogued using the existing numbering system for voluntary standards. any proposed new or revised voluntary standards will appear in the federal register with the opportunity for public comment.
energy conservation program energy conservation standards for certain external power supplies the department of energy doe is publishing this final rule to amend its current regulations regarding certain aspects related to its energy conservation standards and scope of coverage for external power supplies. the contents of these technical amendments correspond with provisions enacted by congress through the power and security systems act and eps improvement act. doe is also correcting a misprint related to a table detailing certain statutorily-prescribed requirements.
amendments to the regulations governing meats prepared meats and meat products grading certification and standards the u.s. department of agricultures usda agricultural marketing service ams proposes to amend its regulations to update a number of outdated administrative and organizational references clarify agency action as it relates to the withdrawal or denial of service update the official shields and grademarks associated with the grading service and make reference to the use of instrument grading equipment as a means of determining official grades on beef and lamb carcasses.
energy conservation program energy conservation standards for general service lamps on 19 january 2017 the u.s. department of energy doe published two final rules adopting revised definitions of general service lam gsl general service incandescent lam gsil and other supplemental definitions effective 1 january 2020. doe has since determined that the legal basis underlying those revisions misconstrued existing law. as a result doe is issuing this notice of proposed rulemaking nopr proposing to withdraw the definitions established in the 19 january 2017 final rules. doe proposes to maintain the existing regulatory definitions of gsl and gsil which are the same as the statutory definitions of those terms.
energy conservation program for appliance standards proposed procedures for use in new or revised energy conservation standards and test procedures for consumer products and commercial industrial equipment the u.s. department of energy doe or the department proposes to update and modernize the departments current rulemaking methodology titled procedures interpretations and policies for consideration of new or revised energy conservation standards for consumer products process rule . in overview in this document doe is proposing to clarify that the process rule applies to the establishment of new or revised energy conservation standards and test procedures for both consumer products and commercial industrial equipment. this proposed rule would make the specified rulemaking procedures binding on doe and it would also revise language in certain provisions to make it consistent with the energy policy and conservation act of 1975 epca as amended and other applicable law. it also proposes to expand early opportunities for public input on the appliance programs priority setting and rulemaking activities to define a significant energy savings threshold for updating energy conservation standards to commit to publishing final test procedures at least 180 days in advance of a standards proposal and to delineate procedures for rulemaking under the separate direct final rule and negotiated rulemaking authorities among other issues. doe may consider additional changes to the process rule in a future proceeding. in addition to requesting written comments on its proposal doe will also hold a public meeting at doe headquarters to discuss this proposal and obtain additional input.
federal motor vehicle safety standards electric-powered vehicles electrolyte spillage and electrical shock protection this document proposes to amend federal motor vehicle safety standard fmvss no. 305 electric-powered vehicles electrolyte spillage and electrical shock protection to clarify the direct contact protection requirements that apply to high voltage connectors and to explicitly permit the use of high voltage connectors that cannot be separated without the use of tools. the proposed changes to these requirements would harmonize fmvss no. 305 with global technical regulations gtrs no. 13 and no. 20 which explicitly permit such connectors. in addition it would make three minor technical corrections to the standard.
sunscreen drug products for over-the-counter human use the food and drug administration fda or agency is issuing this proposed rule to put into effect a final monograph for nonprescription over-the-counter otc sunscreen drug products. this proposed rule describes the conditions under which fda proposes that otc sunscreen monograph products are generally recognized as safe and effective grase and not misbranded. it is being published as part of the ongoing review of otc drug products conducted by fda. it is also being published to comply with the federal food drug and cosmetic act fdc act as amended by the sunscreen innovation act sia .
irish potatoes grown in colorado handling regulation for area no. 2 this proposed rule invites comments on a recommendation to revise the size requirements currently prescribed under the federal marketing order for irish potatoes grown in colorado. this action would revise the minimum size requirement for u.s. no. 2 or better grade round potatoes to align with the current size requirements for all other types of u.s. no. 2 or better grade potatoes. in addition this rule would revise the size requirements for smaller size profile u.s. commercial grade or better potatoes.
national organic program proposed amendments to the national list of allowed and prohibited substances for april 2018 nosb recommendations crops and handling this proposed rule would amend the national list of allowed and prohibited substances national list section of the united states department of agricultures usdas organic regulations to implement recommendations submitted to the secretary of agriculture secretary by the national organic standards board nosb . this rule proposes to add elemental sulfur for use as a molluscicide in organic cro production add polyoxin d zinc salt to control fungal diseases in organic cro production and reclassify magnesium chloride from an allowed synthetic to an allowed nonsynthetic ingredient in organic handling.
energy labeling rule the commission proposes amending the energy labeling rule rule to make the rule easier to use by reorganizing several sections amending language to increase clarity and eliminating several obsolete provisions. the proposed amendments have no substantive impact on the rules requirements. the commission seeks comment regarding the proposed amendments and invites any suggestions to improve the rules format organization and clarity.
significant new use rules on certain chemical substances epa is proposing significant new use rules snurs under the toxic substances control act tsca for 28 chemical substances which were the subject of premanufacture notices pmns . the chemical substances are subject to orders issued by epa pursuant to section 5 e of tsca. this action would require persons who intend to manufacture defined by statute to include import or process any of these 28 chemical substances for an activity that is proposed as a significant new use to notify epa at least 90 days before commencing that activity. the required notification initiates epas evaluation of the intended use within the applicable review period. persons may not commence manufacture or processing for the significant new use until epa has conducted a review of the notice made an appropriate determination on the notice and has taken such actions as are required with that determination.
rule 12 manufacturers distributors and operators of gaming devices systems and associated equipment establishes rules to set the standards for gaming devices new games cashless wagering systems and equipment.
streamlining and aligning formaldehyde emission control standards for certain wood products in manufactured home construction with title vi of the toxic substance control act through this rulemaking hud proposes to implement the formaldehyde standards for composite wood products act of 2010 which added title vi to the toxic substances control act tsca . in addition hud proposes to remove certain aspects of huds current manufactured housing formaldehyde standards requirements that are not addressed by tsca including provisions for a health notice to be posted in every manufactured home testing of post-treatment panels after certification and testing of certain plywood materials.
proposed modification to the list of appropriate nrtl program test standards in this notice osha proposes to add a test standard to the nrtl programs list of appropriate test standards.
revocation of the test for mycoplasma the food and drug administration fda agency or we is proposing to amend the biologics regulations by removing the specified test for the presence of mycoplasma for live virus vaccines and inactivated virus vaccines produced from in vitro living cell cultures. fda is proposing this action because the existing test for mycoplasma is restrictive in that it identifies only one test method in detail to be used even though other methods also may be appropriate. more sensitive and specific methods exist and are currently being practiced and removal of the specific method to test for mycoplasma provides flexibility for accommodating new and evolving technology and capabilities without diminishing public health protections. this action is part of fdas implementation of executive orders 13771 and 13777. under these executive orders fda is comprehensively reviewing existing regulations to identify opportunities for repeal replacement or modification that will result in meaningful burden reduction while allowing the agency to achieve our public health mission and fulfill statutory obligations.
medical devices exemption from premarket notification class ii devices flow cytometer instruments request for comments the food and drug administration fda or agency is announcing its intention to exempt certain flow cytometer instruments from premarket notification requirements subject to conditions and limitations. the agency has determined based on established factors that these devices which are currently regulated by fda under product code oye no longer require premarket notification to provide reasonable assurance of safety and effectiveness. all other class ii devices classified under fdas automated differential cell counter regulation would continue to be subject to premarket notification requirements. fda is publishing this proposed order to obtain comments regarding this proposed exemption in accordance with the federal food drug and cosmetic act fdc act .
medical devices dental devices classification of the auto titration device for oral appliances the food and drug administration fda or we is classifying the auto titration device for oral appliances into class ii special controls . the special controls that apply to the device type are identified in this order and will be part of the codified language for the auto titration device for oral appliances classification. we are taking this action because we have determined that classifying the device into class ii special controls will provide a reasonable assurance of safety and effectiveness of the device. we believe this action will also enhance patients access to beneficial innovative devices in part by reducing regulatory burdens.
medical devices obstetrical and gynecological devices classification of the software application for contraception the food and drug administration fda or we is classifying the software application for contraception into class ii special controls . the special controls that apply to the device type are identified in this order and will be part of the codified language for the software application for contraceptions classification. we are taking this action because we have determined that classifying the device into class ii special controls will provide a reasonable assurance of safety and effectiveness of the device. we believe this action will also enhance patients access to beneficial innovative devices in part by reducing regulatory burdens.
medical devices immunology and microbiology devices classification of the device to detect and identify microorganisms and associated resistance marker nucleic acids directly in respiratory specimens the food and drug administration fda or we is classifying the device to detect and identify microorganisms and associated resistance marker nucleic acids directly in respiratory specimens into class ii special controls . the special controls that apply to the device type are identified in this order and will be part of the codified language for the device to detect and identify microorganisms and associated resistance marker nucleic acids directly in respiratory specimens classification. we are taking this action because we have determined that classifying the device into class ii special controls will provide a reasonable assurance of safety and effectiveness of the device. we believe this action will also enhance patients access to beneficial innovative devices in part by reducing regulatory burdens.
medical devices neurological devices classification of the transcranial magnetic stimulation system for neurological and psychiatric disorders and conditions the food and drug administration fda or we is classifying the transcranial magnetic stimulation system for neurological and psychiatric disorders and conditions into class ii special controls . the special controls that apply to the device type are identified in this order and will be part of the codified language for the transcranial magnetic stimulation system for neurological and psychiatric disorders and conditions classification. we are taking this action because we have determined that classifying the device into class ii special controls will provide a reasonable assurance of safety and effectiveness of the device. we believe this action will also enhance patients access to beneficial innovative devices in part by reducing regulatory burdens.
naturally occurring levels of lead in candy establishes rules to add the naturally occurring level of lead in candies containing chili and or tamarind.
petition requesting rulemaking to amend safety standard for walk-behind power lawn mowers the u.s. consumer product safety commission cpsc received a petition from the outdoor power equipment industry petitioner or opei requesting a revision to the warning label requirement for the safety standard for walk-behind power lawn mowers. the cpsc invites written comments concerning this petition.
energy conservation program notice of request for information on the measurement of average use cycles or periods of use in doe test procedures the u.s. department of energy doe is initiating a data and information collection process through this request for information to better understand whether there are provisions in the departments test procedures for consumer appliances and industrial equipment that could be improved to produce results that are more representative of average use cycles or periods of use. over time many of does test procedures have been amended to account for products increased functionality and modes of operation. does intent in issuing this rfi is to gather information to ensure that the inclusion of measurement provisions in its test procedures associated with such increased functionality has not inadvertently compromised the measurement of representative average use cycles or periods of use and made some test procedures unnecessarily burdensome. doe welcomes written comments from the public on any subject within the scope of this document including topics not directly outlined in this rfi. doe particularly welcomes comments on any suggestions for reducing or avoiding regulatory burdens within the context of measuring average use cycles or periods of use.
microbiology devices classification of in vitro diagnostic devices for bacillus species detection the food and drug administration fda the agency or we is issuing a final rule to classify in vitro diagnostic devices for bacillus species spp. detection into class ii special controls and to continue to require a premarket notification 510 k to provide a reasonable assurance of safety and effectiveness of the device. fda is also establishing special controls in a special controls guideline in addition to restricting use and distribution of the devices. an in vitro diagnostic device for bacillus spp. detection is a prescription device used to detect and differentiate among bacillus spp. and presumptively identify b. anthracis and other bacillus spp. from cultured isolates or clinical specimens as an aid in the diagnosis of anthrax and other diseases caused by bacillus spp.
modification to the list of appropriate nrtl program test standards and the scopes of recognition of several nrtls in this notice osha announces its final decision to 1 add a new test standard to the nationally recognized testing laboratories nrtl programs list of appropriate test standards 2 delete or replace several test standards from the nrtl programs list of appropriate test standards and 3 update the scope of recognition of several nrtls.
proposed modification to the list of appropriate nrtl program test standards and the scopes of recognition of several nrtls in this notice osha proposes to 1 add new test standards to the nationally recognized testing laboratories nrtl programs list of appropriate test standards 2 delete or replace several test standards from the nrtl programs list of appropriate test standards and 3 update the scope of recognition of several nrtls.
medical devices classification of accessories distinct from other devices finalized list of accessories suitable for class i the food and drug administration fda we or agency is classifying suitable accessories into class i as required by the fda reauthorization act of 2017 fdara . the agency has determined that general controls alone are sufficient to provide reasonable assurance of safety and effectiveness for these accessories. we made this determination based on the risks of the accessories when used as intended with other devices such as the parent or system.
significant new use rules on certain chemical substances 19-1 epa is proposing significant new use rules snurs under the toxic substances control act tsca for 11 chemical substances which are the subject of premanufacture notices pmns . this action would require persons to notify epa at least 90 days before commencing manufacture defined by statute to include import or processing of any of these 11 chemical substances for an activity that is designated as a significant new use by this proposed rule. if this proposed rule is made final persons may not commence manufacture or processing for the significant new use until they have submitted a significant new use notice and epa has conducted a review of the notice made an appropriate determination on the notice and has taken any actions as are required as a result of that determination.
oet seeks comment on modifying the equipment authorization rules to reflect the updated versions of the currently referenced ansi c63.4 and iso iec 17025 standards in this document the commissions office of engineering and technology oet sought comment on updating the commissions rules and procedures to reflect recent changes to two standards 1 ansi c63.4a- 2017 american national standard for methods of measurement of radio- noise emissions from low-voltage electrical and electronic equipment in the range of 9 khz to 40 ghz amendment 1 test site validation and 2 iso iec 17025 2017 e general requirements for the competence of testing and calibration laboratories.
decompression criteria for interior compartments the faa proposes to revise its standards for pressurized compartment loads such that partitions located immediately adjacent to a decompression hole need not be designed to withstand certain decompression conditions. this action is necessary because in some cases it is not practical to design partitions in certain airplane compartments to withstand a large decompression event that occurs within that compartment. even though individual partition failure would be allowed continued safe flight and landing would still be required.
safe integration of automated driving systems-equipped commercial motor vehicles fmcsa requests public comment about federal motor carrier safety regulations fmcsrs that may need to be amended revised or eliminated to facilitate the safe introduction of automated driving systems ads equipped commercial motor vehicles cmvs onto our nations roadways. in approaching the task of adapting its regulations to accommodate automated vehicle technologies fmcsa is considering changes to its rules to account for significant differences between human operators and ads.
removing regulatory barriers for vehicles with automated driving systems nhtsa is seeking public comment on the near- and long-term challenges of testing and verifying compliance with existing crash avoidance 100-series federal motor vehicle safety standards fmvsss for automated driving system-dedicated vehicles ads-dvs that lack traditional manual controls necessary for a human driver to maneuver the vehicle and other features intended to facilitate operation of a vehicle by a human driver but that are otherwise traditional vehicles with typical seating configurations. this document seeks comments on the suitability of various approaches that could be used to address compliance verification challenges that exist for crash avoidance standards that either require a manual control or specify the use of manual controls in a compliance test procedure. nhtsas long-term goal is to use what the agency learns from this anprm as well as the agencys other research efforts to develo a proposal to amend the crash avoidance fmvsss in ways that address these and other compliance challenges with a continued focus on safety. this anprm builds on nhtsas efforts to identify and address regulatory barriers to ads technologies including the request for comments rfc on this topic in january 2018. nhtsa intends to issue two additional documents to remove barriers in the crashworthiness fmvsss 200-series standards and address issues in the fmvsss pertaining to telltales indicators and warnings in ads-dvs.
virginia graeme baker pool and spa safety act incorporation by reference of successor standard the virginia graeme baker pool and spa act vgba or act requires that drain covers must comply with entrapment protection requirements specified by the joint american society of mechanical engineers asme and american national standards institute ansi asme ansi a112.19.8 performance standard or any successor standard. the consumer product safety commission incorporates sections of apsp-16 2017 as the successor drain cover standard.
appliance efficiency for sprinkler bodies amends rules to save water by providing statewide performance standards for spray sprinkler bodies in the appliance efficiency regulations.
electric vehicle supply equipment standards establishes rules to address consumer access to publicly available electric vehicle supply equipment evse . the california air resources board proposes to add and adopt the california code of regulations title 13 chapter 8.3 section 2360 to establish hardware and software standards for electric vehicle supply equipment evse .
test procedure interim waiver process the u.s. department of energy doe proposes to streamline its test procedure waiver decision-making process to require the department to notify in writing an applicant for an interim waiver of the disposition of the request within 30 business days of receipt of the application. should doe fail to satisfy this requirement the request for interim waiver would be deemed granted based on the criteria in doe regulations. specifically doe regulations require that doe grant an interim waiver if it determines that it is desirable for public policy reasons to grant immediate relief pending a determination of the petition for waiver. an interim waiver would remain in effect until a waiver decision is published or until doe publishes a new or amended test procedure that addresses the issues presented in the application whichever is earlier. this proposal is intended to address delays in does current process for considering requests for interim waivers and waivers from the doe test method which in turn can result in significant delays for manufacturers in bringing new and innovative products to market.
medical devices anesthesiology devices classification of the ventilatory electrical impedance tomograph the food and drug administration fda or we is classifying the ventilatory electrical impedance tomograph into class ii special controls . the special controls that apply to the device type are identified in this order and will be part of the codified language for the ventilatory electrical impedance tomographs classification. we are taking this action because we have determined that classifying the device into class ii special controls will provide a reasonable assurance of safety and effectiveness of the device. we believe this action will also enhance patients access to beneficial innovative devices in part by reducing regulatory burdens.
significant new use rules on certain chemical substances 19-2.b epa is proposing significant new use rules snurs under the toxic substances control act tsca for 8 chemical substances which are the subject of premanufacture notices pmns . this action would require persons to notify epa at least 90 days before commencing manufacture defined by statute to include import or processing of any of these 8 chemical substances for an activity that is designated as a significant new use by this proposed rule. if this proposed rule is made final persons may not commence manufacture or processing for the significant new use until they have submitted a significant new use notice and epa has conducted a review of the notice made an appropriate determination on the notice and has taken any actions as are required as a result of that determination.
hydrogen gas measuring devices amends rules to kee certain accuracy classes. removes other accuracy classes. adopts the national standard accuracy class.
the control of hazardous energy lockout tagout the control of hazardous energy is regulated under oshas control of hazardous energy lockout tagout standard. the standards purpose is to protect workers from the dangers of hazardous energy. this rfi seeks information regarding two areas where modernizing the lockout tagout standard might better promote worker safety without additional burdens to employers control circuit type devices and robotics. oshas lockout tagout standard currently requires that all sources of energy including energy stored in the machine itself be controlled during servicing and maintenance of machines and equipment using an energy-isolating device eid . control circuit type devices are specifically excluded from oshas definition of an eid and are thus not a compliant method of controlling hazardous energy during service and maintenance activities. but technological advances since the standard was issued in 1989 suggest that at least in some circumstances control circuit type devices may be at least as safe as eids. osha requests information data and comments that would assist the agency in determining under what conditions control circuit type devices could safely be used for the control of hazardous energy. osha may also consider changes to the lockout tagout standard that address hazardous energy control for new robotics technologies. employers are increasingly using robots and robotic components in their workplaces. osha would like to know more about what hazards and benefits this presents with respect to control of hazardous energy safeguards that can be used increased efficiencies that result and any other information related to ensuring employee safety in interfacing with robots. osha will use the information received in response to this rfi to determine what action if any it may take to reduce regulatory burdens while maintaining worker safety.
federal motor vehicle safety standards compressed natural gas fuel container integrity in response to petitions for rulemaking from the american trucking associations ata and the natural gas vehicles for america ngvamerica nhtsa is proposing to amend the visual inspection labeling requirement in federal motor vehicle safety standard fmvss no. 304 compressed natural gas fuel container integrity to state that cng fuel containers used on heavy vehicles should be inspected at least once every 12 months. nhtsa is proposing this change because cng heavy vehicles are typically used in high-mileage commercial fleet operations and following the current mileage-based inspection interval on the label means conducting multiple visual inspections per year. nhtsa has tentatively concluded multiple visual inspections per year based solely on mileage would not improve vehicle safety for these high-mileage cng heavy vehicles and could potentially reduce safety. because the current periodic visual inspection interval is intended for light vehicles and is consistent with the operation of these vehicles no change is proposed to the periodic visual inspection interval for cng fuel containers on light vehicles.
significant new use rules on certain chemical substances 19-3.b epa is proposing significant new use rules snurs under the toxic substances control act tsca for 3 chemical substances which are the subject of premanufacture notices pmns . this action would require persons to notify epa at least 90 days before commencing manufacture defined by statute to include import or processing of any of these 3 chemical substances for an activity that is designated as a significant new use by this proposed rule. this action would further require that persons not commence manufacture or processing for the significant new use until they have submitted a significant new use notice and epa has conducted a review of the notice made an appropriate determination on the notice under tsca 5 a 3 and has taken any risk management actions as are required as a result of that determination.
safety standard for gates and enclosures the consumer product safety improvement act of 2008 cpsia requires the united states consumer product safety commission commission or cpsc to promulgate consumer product safety standards for durable infant or toddler products. accordingly the commission is proposing a safety standard for gates and enclosures in response to the direction under section 104 b of the cpsia. the commission is also amending its regulations regarding third party conformity assessment bodies to include the safety standard for gates and enclosures in the list of notice of requirements nors issued by the commission.
promoting aviation safety in this document the federal communications commission commission or fcc proposes changes to the aviation radio service rules to support the deployment of more advanced avionics technology increase the efficient use of limited spectrum resources and generally improve aviation safety.
revision to automatic dependent surveillance-broadcast ads-b out equipment and use requirements this interim final rule modifies the requirement that all aircraft equipped with automatic dependent surveillance-broadcast out ads-b out must transmit at all times. this rulemaking provides an exception to ads-b requirements removing the transmission requirement for sensitive operations conducted by federal state and local government entities in matters of national defense homeland security intelligence and law enforcement. the changes provide relief to those federal state and local government agencies that operate aircraft equipped with ads-b out but need the ability to terminate the transmission signal when conducting sensitive national defense homeland security intelligence and law enforcement missions that could be compromised by transmitting real time identification and positional flight information over ads-b. this rulemaking also allows the faa to except certain aircraft from operating a transponder or transmitting ads-b out when doing so would jeopardize air traffic control atc functions.
energy conservation program test procedure for clothes dryers the u.s. department of energy doe proposes to amend the test procedures for clothes dryers to provide additional direction in response to questions from manufacturers and test laboratories. doe also proposes amendments to specify rounding requirements for all reported values apply consistent use of nomenclature and correct typographical errors and remove obsolete sections of the test procedures including appendix d. doe also seeks feedback from interested parties on issues such as consumer usage patterns and connected clothes dryer features. as part of this proposal doe is announcing a public meeting to solicit comments and data on its proposal. doe also welcomes comment on changes to the test procedure to ensure that the test procedure measures the energy use of the clothes dryer during a representative average use cycle or period of use and is not unduly burdensome to conduct.
locomotive image and audio recording devices for passenger trains fra is proposing to require the installation of inward- and outward-facing locomotive image recording devices on all lead locomotives in passenger trains and that these devices record while a lead locomotive is in motion and retain the data in a crashworthy memory module. fra also proposes to treat locomotive-mounted recording devices on passenger locomotives as safety devices under existing federal railroad safety regulations to prohibit tampering with or disabling them. further this nprm would govern the use of passenger locomotive recordings to conduct operational tests to determine passenger railroad operating employees compliance with applicable railroad rules and federal regulations. fra requests comment on the need for and effects of potential additional safety requirements.
renewable fuel standard program standards for 2020 and biomass-based diesel volume for 2021 response to the remand of the 2016 standards and other changes under section 211 of the clean air act the environmental protection agency epa is required to set renewable fuel percentage standards every year. this action proposes the annual percentage standards for cellulosic biofuel biomass-based diesel advanced biofuel and total renewable fuel that apply to gasoline and diesel transportation fuel produced or imported in the year 2020. relying on statutory waiver authority that is available when the projected cellulosic biofuel production volume is less than the applicable volume specified in the statute epa is proposing volume requirements for cellulosic biofuel advanced biofuel and total renewable fuel that are below the statutory volume targets. we are also proposing the applicable volume of biomass-based diesel for 2021. this action also proposes to address the remand of the 2016 standard-setting rulemaking as well as several regulatory changes to the renewable fuel standard rfs program including new pathways flexibilities for regulated parties and clarifications of existing regulations.
proposed revocation of significant new use rule for fatty acid amide epa is proposing to revoke the significant new use rule snur promulgated under the toxic substances control act tsca for a chemical substance which was identified generically as fatty acid amide which was the subject of premanufacture notice pmn p-13-267. epa issued a snur based on the pmn designating certain activities as significant new uses. epa has received a significant new use notice snun and test data for the chemical substance and is proposing to revoke the snur based on the information in the submission.
regulation of persistent bioaccumulative and toxic chemicals under tsca section 6 h epa is proposing a rule to address certain persistent bioaccumulative and toxic chemicals identified pursuant to section 6 h of the toxic substances control act tsca . these five chemicals are decabromodiphenyl ether phenol isopropylated phosphate 3 1 also known as tris 4-isopropylphenyl phosphate 2 4 6-tris tert- butyl phenol hexachlorobutadiene and pentachlorothiophenol. this proposed rule would restrict or prohibit manufacture including import processing and distribution in commerce for many uses of four of these five chemical substances. epa has evaluated the uses of hexachlorobutadiene and is proposing no regulatory action. for the other four this proposal includes recordkeeping requirements. additional downstream notification requirements are proposed for phenol isopropylated phosphate 3 1 .
significant new use rules on certain chemical substances 19-1.f epa is proposing significant new use rules snurs under the toxic substances control act tsca for 31 chemical substances 30 of which were the subject of premanufacture notices pmns and 1 a microorganism that was the subject of a microbial commercial activity notice mcan . 17 of these chemical substances are subject to orders issued by epa pursuant to the tsca. this action would require persons who intend to manufacture defined by statute to include import or process any of these 31 chemical substances for an activity that is proposed as a significant new use to notify epa at least 90 days before commencing that activity. the required notification initiates epas evaluation of the use under the conditions of use for that chemical substance within the applicable review period. persons may not commence manufacture or processing for the significant new use until epa has conducted a review of the notice made an appropriate determination on the notice and has taken such actions as are required by that determination.
significant new use rules on certain chemical substances 19-2.f epa is proposing significant new use rules snurs under the toxic substances control act tsca for 31 chemical substances which were the subject of premanufacture notices. 7 of these chemical substances are subject to orders issued by epa pursuant to tsca section 5 e . this action would require persons who intend to manufacture defined by statute to include import or process any of these 31 chemical substances for an activity that is proposed as a significant new use to notify epa at least 90 days before commencing that activity. the required notification initiates epas evaluation of the use under the conditions of use for that chemical substance within the applicable review period. persons may not commence manufacture or processing for the significant new use until epa has conducted a review of the notice made an appropriate determination on the notice and has taken such actions as are required by that determination.
hazardous materials response to an industry petition to reduce regulatory burden for cylinder requalification requirements phmsa is proposing to revise requirements on the requalification period for certain dot 4-series specification cylinders in non-corrosive gas service in response to a petition for rulemaking submitted by the national propane gas association. this rulemaking proposes regulatory relief and a reduction in the requalification- related costs for propane marketers distributors and others in non- corrosive gas service.
energy conservation program test procedures for cooking products on 25 april 2018 the u.s. department of energy doe published a notification of petition from the association of home appliance manufacturers aham to withdraw and immediately stay the effectiveness of the conventional cooking to test procedure. based on the review of public comments and data received in response to this petition doe proposes to withdraw the test procedure for conventional cooking tops established under the energy policy and conservation act epca . doe has tentatively determined that the conventional cooking to test procedure may not accurately represent consumer use for gas cooking tops may not be repeatable or reproducible for both gas and electric cooking tops and is overly burdensome to conduct.
significant new use rules on certain chemical substances 19-4.b epa is proposing significant new use rules snurs under the toxic substances control act tsca for 17 chemical substances which are the subject of premanufacture notices pmns . this action would require persons to notify epa at least 90 days before commencing manufacture defined by statute to include import or processing of any of these 17 chemical substances for an activity that is designated as a significant new use by this proposed rule. this action would further require that persons not commence manufacture or processing for the significant new use until they have submitted a significant new use notice and epa has conducted a review of the notice made an appropriate determination on the notice under tsca 5 a 3 and has taken any risk management actions as are required as a result of that determination.
hazardous materials adoption of miscellaneous petitions to reduce regulatory burdens this rulemaking responds to numerous petitions for rulemaking submitted by the regulated community that request phmsa address a variety of provisions including but not limited to those addressing packaging hazardous communication and incorporation by reference documents. phmsa proposes amendments to the hazardous materials regulations to update clarify improve the safety of or provide relief from various regulatory requirements. the proposed amendments include adopting a phase-out schedule for certain railroad tank cars used to transport materials poisonous by inhalation allowing the continued use of certain portable and mobile refrigerator systems commonly used in the produce industry incorporating an industry standard that can hel to enhance the production of oil and gas wells and incorporating an updated consensus standard which applies to the existing market for fireworks as well as additional proposed amendments derived from phmsas petition for rulemaking process.
federal motor vehicle safety standards technical corrections and clarifications related to tires and rims this document proposes amendments to federal motor vehicle standard fmvss no. 109 in response to a petition from the tire and rim association to clarify the applicability of the fmvsss to certain types of tires intended for use on trailers. based on a review of prior amendments to fmvss nos. 109 and 119 nhtsa concludes that it inadvertently made these tires subject to both fmvss nos. 109 and 119 when it was the agencys intent to make them subject only to fmvss no. 119. this document also proposes nonsubstantive technical corrections to tire and rim regulations.
energy conservation program energy conservation standards for general service incandescent lamps notice of proposed determination and request for comment the energy policy and conservation act of 1975 as amended epca directs doe to initiate a rulemaking for general service lamps gsls that among other requirements determines whether standards in effect for general service incandescent lamps gsils a subset of gsls should be amended. in this notice of proposed determination nopd doe has initially determined that energy conservation standards for gsils do not need to be amended and asks for comment on this proposed determination and associated analyses and results.
significant new use rules on certain chemical substances 19-5.b proposed rule - epa is proposing significant new use rules snurs under the toxic substances control act tsca for 6 chemical substances which are the subject of premanufacture notices pmns . this action would require persons to notify epa at least 90 days before commencing manufacture defined by statute to include import or processing of any of these 6 chemical substances for an activity that is designated as a significant new use by this proposed rule. this action would further require that persons not commence manufacture or processing for the significant new use until they have submitted a significant new use notice and epa has conducted a review of the notice made an appropriate determination on the notice under tsca 5 a 3 and has taken any risk management actions as are required as a result of that determination.
federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 141 minimum sound requirements for hybrid and electric vehicles this notice proposes to amend federal motor vehicle safety standard fmvss no. 141 minimum sound requirements for hybrid and electric vehicles to allow manufacturers of hybrid and electric vehicles hevs to install a number of driver-selectable pedestrian alert sounds in each hev they manufacture. this proposal responds to a petition for reconsideration of the fmvss no. 141 final rule published 14 december 2016. nhtsa is proposing to remove the limit to the number of compliant sounds that a manufacturer may choose to install in a vehicle. drivers would be able to select the sound they prefer from the set of sounds installed in the vehicle. nhtsa is also seeking comment on whether interested parties believe that the agency should establish a limit to the number of compliant sounds from which a driver may select that a manufacturer may choose to install in a vehicle. this document also makes technical changes.
oil and natural gas sector emission standards for new reconstructed and modified sources review proposed rule - this action proposes reconsideration amendments to the new source performance standards nsps . these amendments if finalized would remove sources in the transmission and storage segment from the source category rescind the nsps including both the volatile organic compounds voc and methane requirements applicable to those sources and rescind the methane-specific requirements the methane requirements of the nsps applicable to sources in the production and processing segments. the u.s. environmental protection agency epa is also proposing as an alternative to rescind the methane requirements of the nsps applicable to all oil and natural gas sources without removing any sources from the source category. furthermore the epa is taking comment on alternative interpretations of its statutory authority to regulate pollutants under the clean air act caa and associated record and policy questions.
national emission standards for hazardous air pollutants miscellaneous coating manufacturing residual risk and technology review proposed rule - the u.s. environmental protection agency epa is proposing the results of a residual risk and technology review rtr of the national emission standards for hazardous air pollutants for miscellaneous coating manufacturing mcm neshap facilities as required by the clean air act caa . the epa is proposing to find risks due to emissions of air toxics to be acceptable from the mcm source category and to determine that the current neshap provides an ample margin of safety to protect public health. the epa identified no new cost-effective controls under the technology review to achieve further emissions reductions from process units subject to standards under the neshap. the epa is also proposing revisions related to emissions during periods of startup shutdown and malfunction ssm including clarifying regulatory provisions for certain vent control bypasses provisions for electronic reporting of performance test results performance evaluation reports compliance reports and notification of compliance status nocs reports and provisions to conduct periodic performance testing of oxidizers used to reduce emissions of organic hazardous air pollutants hap .
national emission standards for hazardous air pollutants plywood and composite wood products residual risk and technology review proposed rule - the u.s. environmental protection agency epa is proposing amendments to the national emissions standards for hazardous air pollutants neshap for plywood and composite wood products pcwp to address the results of the residual risk and technology review rtr that the epa is required to conduct under the clean air act caa . the epa is proposing to amend provisions addressing periods of startup shutdown and malfunction ssm add provisions regarding electronic reporting add repeat emissions testing requirements and make technical and editorial changes. the epa is proposing these amendments to improve the effectiveness of the neshap. while the proposed amendments would not result in reductions in emissions of hazardous air pollutants hap this action if finalized would result in improved monitoring compliance and implementation of the rule.
national emission standards for hazardous air pollutants for cellulose products manufacturing residual risk and technology review the u.s. environmental protection agency epa is proposing amendments to the national emissions standards for hazardous air pollutants neshap for cellulose products manufacturing to address the results of the residual risk and technology review rtr that the epa is required to conduct under the clean air act caa . the epa is proposing to amend provisions addressing periods of startup shutdown and malfunction ssm to add provisions regarding periodic emissions testing and electronic reporting to provide more flexibility for monitoring requirements and to make technical and editorial changes. while the proposed amendments would not result in reductions in emissions of hazardous air pollutants hap this action if finalized would result in improved monitoring compliance and implementation of the rule.
amendments to the list of bulk drug substances that can be used to compound drug products in accordance with section 503a of the federal food drug and cosmetic act proposed rule - the food and drug administration fda or agency has issued a regulation creating a list of bulk drug substances active pharmaceutical ingredients that can be used to compound drug products in accordance with certain compounding provisions of the federal food drug and cosmetic act fdc act although they are neither the subject of an applicable united states pharmacopeia usp or national formulary nf monograph nor components of fda-approved drugs. this proposed rule would amend that list by placing five additional bulk drug substances on the list. this proposed rule also identifies 26 bulk drug substances that fda has considered and proposes not to include on the list. additional substances nominated by the public for inclusion on this list are currently under consideration and will be the subject of a future rulemaking.
national emission standards for hazardous air pollutants paper and other web coating residual risk and technology review proposed rule - the u.s. environmental protection agency epa is conducting the residual risk and technology review rtr of the national emission standards for hazardous air pollutants neshap for the paper and other web coating powc source category that is required under the clean air act caa . we are proposing to find the risks due to emissions of air toxics to be acceptable from this source category and that the current neshap provides an ample margin of safety to protect public health. further we identified no new cost-effective controls under the technology review that would achieve significant further emissions reductions and thus are proposing to find that no revisions are necessary based on developments in practices processes or control technologies. in addition to performing the rtr we are proposing certain amendments to the powc neshap. specifically the epa is proposing to add a compliance demonstration equation that accounts for retained volatiles in the web coating to amend provisions addressing periods of startup shutdown and malfunction ssm to add repeat testing and electronic reporting requirements and to make technical and editorial changes. the epa is proposing these amendments to improve the effectiveness of the neshap.
national organic program usda organic regulations 2019 sunset review and substance renewals - this document announces the renewal of substance exemptions as listed on the national list of allowed and prohibited substances national list within the u.s. department of agricultures usda organic regulations. this document reflects the outcome of the 2019 sunset review process and addresses recommendations submitted to the secretary of agriculture secretary through the usdas agricultural marketing service ams by the national organic standards board nosb .
significant new use rules on certain chemical substances 19-6.b proposed rule - epa is proposing significant new use rules snurs under the toxic substances control act tsca for seven chemical substances which are the subject of premanufacture notices pmns . this action would require persons to notify epa at least 90 days before commencing manufacture defined by statute to include import or processing of any of these seven chemical substances for an activity that is designated as a significant new use by this proposed rule. this action would further require that persons not commence manufacture or processing for the significant new use until they have submitted a significant new use notice and epa has conducted a review of the notice made an appropriate determination on the notice under tsca and has taken any risk management actions as are required as a result of that determination.
federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 111 rear visibility advance notice of proposed rulemaking - nhtsa seeks public comment on permitting camera-based rear visibility systems commonly referred to as camera monitor systems or cms as an alternative to inside and outside rearview mirrors. federal motor vehicle safety standard fmvss no. 111 rear visibility currently requires that vehicles be equipped with rearview mirrors to provide drivers with a view of objects that are to their side or to their side and rear. this notice responds to two rulemaking petitions from manufacturers seeking permission to install cms instead of outside rearview mirrors on both light vehicles and heavy trucks. this anprm builds on the agencys prior efforts to obtain supporting technical information data and analysis on cms so that the agency can determine whether these systems can provide the same level of safety as the rearview mirrors currently required under fmvss no. 111.
significant new use rules on certain chemical substances 19-3.f proposed rule - epa is proposing significant new use rules snurs under the toxic substances control act tsca for 31 chemical substances which were the subject of premanufacture notices pmns . eight of these chemical substances are subject to tsca orders issued by epa and the remaining 23 of these chemical substances received a not likely to present an unreasonable risk determination. this action would require persons who intend to manufacture defined by statute to include import or process any of these 31 chemical substances for an activity that is proposed as a significant new use to notify epa at least 90 days before commencing that activity. persons may not commence manufacture or processing for the significant new use until epa has conducted a review of the notice made an appropriate determination on the notice and has taken such actions as are required by that determination.
prohibition on the sale of electronic liquids emergency rule adoption - prohibits the sale of electronic liquids with characterizing flavors.
electronic nicotine delivery system emergency rule adoption - prohibits the manufacture distribution sale or offer for sale of or the possession with intent to manufacture distribute sell or offer for sale flavored electronic nicotine delivery system products to consumers.
vaping crisis and ban flavored vaping products emergency rule adoption - implementation of governors executive order to address vaping crisis and ban flavored vaping products
national organic program proposed amendments to the national list of allowed and prohibited substances per october 2018 nosb recommendations crops and handling proposed rule - this proposed rule would amend the national list of allowed and prohibited substances national list section of the united states department of agricultures usdas organic regulations to implement recommendations submitted to the secretary of agriculture secretary by the national organic standards board nosb . this rule proposes to add blood meal made with sodium citrate to the national list as a soil fertilizer in organic cro production add natamycin to the national list to prohibit its use in organic cro production and add tamarind seed gum as a non-organic agricultural substance for use in organic handling when organic forms of tamarind seed gum are not commercially available.
hazardous materials liquefied natural gas by rail notice of proposed rulemaking - phmsa in coordination with the federal railroad administration fra is proposing changes to the hazardous materials regulations to allow for the bulk transport of methane refrigerated liquid commonly known as liquefied natural gas lng in rail tank cars. this rulemaking proposes to authorize the transportation of methane refrigerated liquid by rail in the dot-113c120w specification rail tank car.
significant new use rules on certain chemical substances 19-4.f proposed rule - epa is proposing significant new use rules snurs under the toxic substances control act tsca for 26 chemical substances which were the subject of premanufacture notices pmns . five of these chemical substances are subject to orders issued by epa pursuant to tsca and the remaining 21 of these chemical substances received a not likely to present an unreasonable risk determination pursuant to tsca. this action would require persons who intend to manufacture defined by statute to include import or process any of these 26 chemical substances for an activity that is proposed as a significant new use to notify epa at least 90 days before commencing that activity. the required notification initiates epas evaluation of the use under the conditions of use for that chemical substance within the applicable review period. persons may not commence manufacture or processing for the significant new use until epa has conducted a review of the notice made an appropriate determination on the notice and has taken such actions as are required by that determination.
modification to the list of appropriate nrtl program test standards and the scopes of recognition of several nrtls notice -in this notice osha announces the final decision to 1 adda new test standard to the nationally recognized testing laboratories nrtl programs list of appropriate test standards and 2 update thescopes of recognition of several nrtls.
severe lung disease associated with vaping products emergency rule adoption- addresses the governors declaration of emergency detrimental to the public health due to severe lung disease associated with the use of e-cigarettes and vaping products in the commonwealth prohibits the sale of vaping products in the commonwealth and authorizes a standing order for nicotine replacement therapy.
addition of certain per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances community right-to-know toxic chemical release reporting in this advance notice of proposed rulemaking anprm epa is soliciting information from the public as epa considers proposing a future rule on adding certain per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances pfas to the list of toxic chemicals subject to reporting under section 313 of the emergency planning and community right-to-know act epcra and section 6607 of the pollution prevention act ppa . in this anprm epa outlines what pfas are why the agency is considering adding certain pfas to epcra section 313 what listing actions are being considered who may be required to report the current understanding of hazard concerns for pfas epas hazard assessments on pfas and other information available on these chemicals. in considering a chemical for addition to the epcra section 313 list epa bases its listing decision on the chemicals hazard i.e. toxicity not the risk i.e. toxicity plus potential exposures related to that chemical. epa is requesting comment on which if any pfas should be evaluated for listing how to list them and what would be appropriate reporting thresholds given their persistence and bioaccumulation potential. lastly epa asks for any additional data to inform the agencys evaluation and determination of which pfas may meet the epcra section 313 listing criteria.
significant new use rules on certain chemical substances 19-5.f epa is proposing significant new use rules snurs under the toxic substances control act tsca for certain chemical substances that were the subject of premanufacture notices pmns . they are either the subject of orders issued by epa under tsca or have received a not likely to present an unreasonable risk determination pursuant to tsca. this action would require persons who intend to manufacture defined by statute to include import or process any of these chemical substances for an activity that is proposed as a significant new use to notify epa at least 90 days before commencing that activity. the required notification initiates epas evaluation of the use under the conditions of use for that chemical substance within the applicable review period. persons may not commence manufacture or processing for the significant new use until epa has conducted a review of the notice made an appropriate determination on the notice and has taken such actions as are required by that determination.
national emission standards for hazardous air pollutants ethylene oxide commercial sterilization and fumigation operations in this advance notice of proposed rulemaking anprm the u.s. environmental protection agency epa is soliciting information that will aid in potential future revisions to the ethylene oxide emission standards for sterilization facilities. the epa is soliciting information and requesting comment on potential control measures for reducing ethylene oxide eto emissions from commercial sterilization facilities. these control measures include controls for fugitive emissions of eto safety measures for the chamber exhaust vents cevs process equipment improvements and advances in add-on control technologies for point sources. in addition the epa is considering and requesting comment on how best to assess potential impacts on small businesses. the epa is also taking comment on the available eto usage data for individual facilities and on additional data contained in the modeling file that will be used to evaluate the impact of emissions from commercial eto sterilizers.
test methods and performance specifications for air emission sources this action proposes corrections and updates to regulations for source testing of emissions under various rules. this proposed rule includes corrections to inaccurate testing provisions updates to outdated procedures and approved alternative procedures that provide testers enhanced flexibility. the revisions will improve the quality of data but will not impose new substantive requirements on source owners or operators.
national emission standards for hazardous air pollutants miscellaneous organic chemical manufacturing residual risk and technology review the u.s. environmental protection agency epa is proposing amendments to the national emission standards for hazardous air pollutants neshap for the miscellaneous organic chemical manufacturing source category. the epa is proposing decisions concerning the residual risk and technology review rtr including proposing amendments pursuant to the technology review for equipment leaks and heat exchange systems and also proposing amendments pursuant to the risk review to specifically address ethylene oxide emissions from storage tanks process vents and equipment leaks. the epa is also proposing amendments to correct and clarify regulatory provisions related to emissions during periods of startup shutdown and malfunction ssm including removing general exemptions for periods of ssm adding work practice standards for periods of ssm where appropriate and clarifying regulatory provisions for certain vent control bypasses. lastly the epa is proposing to add monitoring and operational requirements for flares that control ethylene oxide emissions and flares used to control emissions from processes that produce olefins and polyolefins and add provisions for electronic reporting of performance test results and reports performance evaluation reports and compliance reports. we estimate that if finalized these proposed amendments not including the potential excess emission reductions from flares would reduce hazardous air pollutants hap emissions from this source category by 116 tons per year tpy and would reduce ethylene oxide emissions from this source category by approximately 10 tpy. the comment period was originally to have closed 31 january 2020 but has been extended to 18 february 2020.
hazardous materials requirements for un cylinders 8 pages english . phmsa proposes to amend the hazardous materials regulations hmr to adopt standards for the design construction maintenance and use of cylinders and multiple-element gas containers megcs based on the standards contained in the united nations un recommendations on the transport of dangerous goods. aligning the hmr with the un recommendations will promote flexibility permit the use of technological advances for the manufacture of pressure receptacles provide for a broader selection of pressure receptacles reduce the need for exemptions and facilitate international commerce in the transportation of compressed gases
united states classes standards and grades for poultry the u.s. department of agricultures usda agricultural marketing service ams is revising the united states classes standards and grades for poultry the poultry standards to lower the age requirement for the roaster and roasting chickens class of poultry and identify a ready-to-cook weight of 5.5 pounds or more. this change is consistent with how the usda food safety and inspection service fsis defines roaster or roasting chickens for labeling compliance.
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nutrition labeling of ground or chopped meat and poultry products and single-ingredient products 31pages inenglish the department is proposing to amend the federal meat and poultry products inspection regulations to require nutrition labeling of the major cuts of single-ingredient raw meat and poultry products unless an exemption applies. the department is proposing to make the guidelines currently in place for the voluntary nutrition labeling programme mandatory
rescission of dual labeling requirements for certain packages of meat and poultry the food safety and inspection service fsis is proposing to amend its labeling regulations to remove provisions that require packages of meat or poultry products that contain at least one pound or one pint but less than four pounds or one gallon to express the net weight or net contents in two different units of measurement on the product label. fsis is taking this action in response to a petition submitted on behalf of a small meat processing establishment. after reviewing these provisions fsis has determined that it is not necessary for labels of any meat or poultry products to bear dual statements of weight or content using more than one unit of measurement to convey the accurate weight or amount of the product to consumers.
notice of request for a revision of a currently approved information collection marking labeling and packaging 3 pages in english in accordance with the paperwork reduction act of 1995 and office of management and budget omb regulations this notice announces the food safety and inspection services fsis intention to request a revision of a currently approved information collection regarding the regulatory requirements for marking labeling and packaging of meat poultry and egg products and for establishments that produce mechanically separated poultry. fsis has revised its total annual burden estimate in light of the latest available data. also fsis is requesting permission to use a new form related to the label approval process.
irradiation in the production processing and handling of food 16 pages in english . the food and drug administration fda is proposing to revise the labeling regulations applicable to foods including dietary supplements for which irradiation has been approved by fda. fda is proposing that only those irradiated foods in which the irradiation causes a material change in the food or a material change in the consequences that may result from the use of the food bear the radura logo and the term irradiated or a derivative thereof in conjunction with explicit language describing the change in the food or its conditions of use. for purposes of this rulemaking the term material change refers to a change in the organoleptic nutritional or functional properties of a food caused by irradiation that the consumer could not identify at the point of purchase in the absence of appropriate labeling
product labelling defining united states cattle and united states fresh beef products 3 pages english the food safety and inspection service fsis is requesting comments on the need for regulations to clarify the definition of united states cattle and united states fresh beef products for labelling purposes. fsis is also requesting comments on whether such beef products should bear labelling claims that are different from the claims that are permitted under the agencys current policy on beef products that are made from animals that are documented to have been born raised slaughtered and prepared in the united states or that have been produced in the united states
the use of ingredients of potential public health concern 3 pages english . the food safety and inspection service fsis is publishing this document to inform establishments that prepare meat and poultry products of the need to ensure that they maintain proper control over the use of ingredients especially those that present a potential public health concern and over the ingredient labeling of their products. establishments should ensure that their systems provide such control as part of their next reassessment of their haccp systems. fsis invites comments on the matters presented in this document
mandatory country of origin labeling of beef lamb pork perishable agricultural commodities and peanuts 2 pages in english . the agricultural marketing service ams is reopening the comment period for 60 days for the proposed rule for mandatory country of origin labeling cool for beef lamb pork perishable agricultural commodities and peanuts that was published in the federal register on 30 october 2003 68 fr 61944 . ams requests general comments on the proposed rule taking into account that the agency has changed corresponding definitions and requirements in the interim final rule for fish and shellfish published in the federal register on 5 october 2004 69 fr 59708 . when preparing comments on the proposed rule ams asks that interested parties consider the provisions of the interim final rule for fish and shellfish and whether the definitions and requirements in the interim final rule can also be applied to beef lamb pork perishable agricultural commodities and peanuts. the interim final rules definitions and requirements include but are not limited to processed food item definition country of origin notification markings and recordkeeping requirements. all affected persons are hereby given notice of the opportunity to submit written data and views concerning the proposed rule. ams will review and consider the submitted comments and information as it promulgates a final regulatory action for mandatory cool for beef lamb pork perishable agricultural commodities and peanut covered commodities. ams is simultaneously reopening the comment period for the interim final rule for the mandatory cool program for fish and shellfish covered commodities
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classes of poultry 2 pages english the food safety and inspection service fsis is providing new information on and reproposing the definition and standard for roaster and roasting chicken. fsis proposed this definition and standard in its 23 september 2003 proposed rule to amend the definitions and standards for the official u.s. classes of poultry. after the proposed rule was published fsis received from the u.s. department of agricultures usdas agricultural marketing service ams new information that would affect the definition and standard for roaster or roasting chicken. fsis has tentatively concluded that it should repropose this definition and standard but no others in the proposed rule
common or usual name for raw meat and poultry products containing added solutions the food safety and inspection service fsis is proposing to amend its regulations to establish a common or usual name for raw meat and poultry products that do not meet standard of identity regulations and to which solutions have been added. products with added solutions are sometimes referred to as enhanced products. the agency is proposing that the common or usual name for such products include an accurate description of the raw meat or poultry component the percentage of added solution incorporated into the raw meat or poultry product and the individual ingredients or multi-ingredient components in the solution listed in the descending order of predominance by weight. fsis is also proposing that the print for all words in the common or usual name appear in a single font size color and style of print and that the name appear on a single-color contrasting background. in addition the agency is proposing to remove the standard of identity regulation for ready-to-cook poultry products to which solutions are added
national organic program proposed amendments to the national list of allowed and prohibited substances crops livestock and processing 6 pages english this proposed rule would amend the u.s. department of agricultures usdas national list of allowed and prohibited substances national list to reflect recommendations submitted to the secretary of agriculture secretary by the national organic standards board nosb on 28 october 2010 and 29 april 2011. the recommendations addressed in this proposed rule pertain to changing the annotation for one substance tetracycline currently allowed for use in organic cro production and adding two substances formic acid and attapulgite along with any restrictive annotations for use in organic livestock production and organic processing respectively
prior label approval system generic label approval 17 pages in english the food safety and inspection service fsis is proposing to amend the meat and poultry products inspection regulations to expand the circumstances in which fsis will generically approve the labels of meat and poultry products. the agency also is proposing to combine the regulations that provide for the approval of labels for meat products and poultry products into a new cfr part
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california senate bill 730 speier. organic products aquaculture products. 2 pages in english the california organic products act of 2003 regulates the production of products sold labeled or represented as organic. the act requires producers handlers and processors of organic products to pay a registration fee to the state department of health services based on gross sales of products sold as organic in the calendar year that precedes the date of registration. the act makes it a crime for any person to sell offer for sale advertise or label any product in violation of the act. this bill would prohibit any aquaculture fish or seafood product from being labeled or represented as organic until formal organic certification standards have been developed and implemented by the united states department of agricultures national organic program or by the california department of food and agriculture. because a violation of this prohibition would be a crime under existing provisions of law this bill would impose a state-mandated local program by changing the definition of a crime. the california constitution requires the state to reimburse local agencies and school districts for certain costs mandated by the state. statutory provisions establish procedures for making that reimbursement. this bill would provide that no reimbursement is required by this act for a specified reason
food labelling nutrient content claims definition of sodium levels for the term healthy 17 pages in english the food and drug administration fda is proposing to amend the regulation for sodium levels for foods that use the nutrient content claim healthy. fda is proposing that a previously established but not yet implemented more restrictive second-tier sodium level would be permitted to take effect as a criterion that individual foods must meet to qualify to bear the term healthy. fda is proposing to retain the current first-tier sodium level for meal and main dish products because implementing the second-tier sodium level could result in the substantial elimination of meal and main dish products bearing the claim healthy from the marketplace. fda believes that the proposed sodium levels will hel consumers achieve a total diet that is consistent with current dietary recommendations as the proposed levels will give consumers a reasonable number of healthy products from which to choose. fda has also revised the regulatory text for the definition of healthy to clarify the scope of the regulation and conform to the presidential memorandum instructing federal agencies to use plain language
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crabmeat amendment of common or usual name regulation the food and drug administration fda or we is amending the common or usual name regulation for crabmeat by replacing brown king crabmeat with golden king crabmeat as the common or usual name for crabmeat derived from the species lithodes aequispinus. we are taking this action due to a recently enacted law. we are also correcting an error in the placement of a scientific term which is editorial in nature.
revision to title 22 part 17 chapter 11 labeling and tagging of shellfish changes labeling on packages of fresh shucked oyster product of less than sixty-four 64 fluid ounces from the sell by requirement of fourteen 14 days to the issc requirement of sell by or best if used by followed by a reasonable date when the product would be expected to reach the end of its shelf-life
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proposed dairy regulation k.a.r. 4-7-723 2 pages english the proposed regulation provides clarification on what is false or misleading labeling as it pertains to milk and dairy products and provides guidance to the dairy industry with respect to label claims concerning the use of recombinant bovine somatotropin commonly known as rbst.
standards for lowfat yogurt and nonfat yogurt and to amend standards for yogurt and cultured milk 5 pages in english the food and drug administration fda is announcing that a petition has been filed requesting that the agency revoke the standards of identity for lowfat yogurt and nonfat yogurt amend the standard of identity for yogurt in numerous respects including incorporation of provisions for low fat and non-fat yogurt and amend the standard of identity for cultured milk in numerous respects including allowing for the use of the alternate term fermented milk.. we request comment on whether the actions requested by the petition would promote honesty and fair dealing in the interest of consumers
milk and cream products and yogurt products proposal to revoke the standards for lowfat yogurt and nonfat yogurt and to amend the standard for yogurt. the food and drug administration fda is proposing to revoke its regulations on the standards of identity for lowfat yogurt and nonfat yogurt and amend the standard of identity for yogurt in numerous respects. this action will promote honesty and fair dealing in the interest of consumers and to the extent practicable will achieve consistency with existing international standards of identity for yogurt
cheeses and related cheese products proposal to permit the use of ultrafiltered milk 19 pages in english the food and drug administration fda is proposing to amend its regulations to provide for the use of fluid ultrafiltered milk uf in the manufacture of standardized cheeses and related cheese products. this action responds principally to two citizen petitions one submitted by the american dairy products institute adpi and another submitted jointly by the national cheese institute nci the grocery manufacturers of america inc. gma and the national food processors association nfpa . fda tentatively concludes that this action will promote honesty and fair dealing in the interest of consumers and to the extent practicable will achieve consistency with existing international standards of identity for cheeses and related cheese products
frozen desserts petition to revoke standards for goats milk ice cream and mellorine and to amend standards for ice cream and frozen custard sherbet and water ices petition to amend standards for parmesan and reggiano cheese 9 pages in english the food and drug administration fda is announcing that the following two petitions have been filed a petition requesting that the agency revoke the standards of identity for goats milk ice cream and mellorine and amend the standards of identity for ice cream and frozen custard sherbet and water ices in numerous respects and a petition requesting that the agency amend the standard of identity for parmesan and reggiano cheese to decrease the minimum curing time from 10 months to 6 months. the fda is issuing an advance notice of proposed rulemaking anprm to request comments to determine whether the action proposed in the petitions would promote honesty and fair dealing in the interest of consumers
labeling of shell eggs 7 pages in english the food and drug administration fda is proposing to amend the agencys food labeling regulations to permit the egg industry to place the safe handling statement for shell eggs on the inside lid of egg cartons if the statement kee refrigerated appears on the principal display panel pdp or information panel. this proposed rule if finalized will provide the industry greater flexibility in the placement of safe handling instructions on egg cartons while continuing to provide consumers with this important information. this proposed action is in response to numerous requests from the egg industry
amendment to the definition of condition and prerequisite requirement for shell eggs eligible for grading and certification stated in the regulations governing the voluntary grading of shell eggs 2 pages in english . prethe agricultural marketing service ams proposes to amend the regulations governing the voluntary grading of shell eggs to clarify the definition of condition and revise the prerequisite requirement for shell eggs eligible for voluntary usda grading and certification. the proposed revision to the prerequisite requirement will prohibit the use of salmonella enteritidis-adulterated or recalled shell eggs from being presented to usda for grading and certification. ams is proposing to revise the definition of condition to remove any food safety implications resulting from the use of the term wholesomeness and clarify that ams role in grading and certification of shell eggs is solely for a quality determination. pre
country of origin labeling of packed honey interim final rule and request for comments 3 pages in english this interim final rule would establish a new regulation addressing country of origin labeling for packed honey bearing any official usda mark or statement and would add a new cause for debarment from inspection and certification service for honey. the rule is necessary because section 10402 of the food conservation and energy act of 2008 2008 farm bill amended the agricultural marketing act of 1946 to require country of origin labeling for honey if it contains official usda grade marks or statements. the regulations governing inspection and certification would be amended to include a provision for country of origin labeling requirements for packed honey and for debarment of services if the country of origin labeling requirements are not met for packages of honey containing official usda grade marks or statements.
use of materials derived from cattle in medical products intended for use in humans and drugs intended for use in ruminants 39 pages in english . the food and drug administration fda is proposing to prohibit the use of certain cattle material in or in the manufacture including processing of drugs biologics and medical devices intended for use in humans and human cells tissues and cellular and tissue-based products hct ps collectively medical products for humans and in drugs intended for use in ruminant animals drugs for ruminants . fda is also proposing new recordkeeping requirements for medical products for humans and drugs for ruminants that are manufactured from or otherwise contain material from cattle. fda is proposing these actions as part of its continuing efforts to strengthen defenses against the potential risk of exposure to and spread of bovine spongiform encephalopathy bse and related human disease in the united states
federal motor vehicle safety standards ejection mitigation phase-in reporting requirements 55 pages english this notice of proposed rulemaking would establish a new federal motor vehicle safety standard fmvss no. 226 to reduce the partial and complete ejection of vehicle occupants through side windows in crashes particularly rollover crashes. the standard would apply to the side windows next to the first three rows of seats in motor vehicles with a gross vehicle weight rating gvwr of 4 536 kilogram kg or less 10 000 pounds lb or less . to assess compliance the agency is proposing a test in which an impactor would be propelled from inside a test vehicle toward the windows. the ejection mitigation safety system would be required to prevent the impactor from moving more than a specified distance beyond the plane of a window. to ensure that the systems cover the entire opening of each window for the duration of a rollover each side window would be impacted at u to four locations around its perimeter at two time intervals following deployment. the agency anticipates that manufacturers would meet the standard by modifying existing side impact air bag curtains and possibly supplementing them with advanced laminated glazing. the curtains would be made larger so that they cover more of the window opening made more robust to remain inflated longer and made to deploy in both side impacts and in rollovers. in addition they would be tethered or otherwise designed to kee the impactor within the vehicle. this nprm advances nhtsas initiatives in rollover safety and also responds to section 10301 of the safe accountable flexible efficient transportation equity act a legacy for users safetea-lu . that section directs nhtsa to initiate and complete rulemaking to reduce complete and partial ejections of vehicle occupants from outboard seating positions considering various ejection mitigation systems.
lacey act implementation plan de minimis exception the food conservation and energy act of 2008 amended the lacey act to provide among other things that importers submit a declaration at the time of importation for certain plants and plant products. the declaration requirement of the lacey act became effective on 15 december 2008 and enforcement of that requirement is being phased in. we are proposing to establish an exception to the declaration requirement for products containing a minimal amount of plant materials. this action would relieve the burden on importers while continuing to ensure that the declaration requirement fulfills the purposes of the lacey act. we are also proposing that all lacey act declarations be submitted within 3 business days of importation.
lacey act implementation plan composite plant materials the food conservation and energy act of 2008 amended the lacey act to provide among other things that importers submit a declaration at the time of importation for certain plants and plant products. the declaration requirements of the lacey act became effective on 15 december 2008 and enforcement of those requirements is being phased in. we are soliciting public comment on regulatory options that could address certain issues that have arisen with the implementation of the declaration requirement for composite plant materials.
implementation of revised lacey act provisions 3 pages in english announces implementation of the new lacey act provisions which require importers to submit a declaration at the time of importation for certain plants and plant products. the declaration must contain among other things the scientific name of the plant value of the importation quantity of the plant and name of the country from which the plant was harvested
lacey act implementation plan definitions for exempt and regulated articles in response to recent amendments to the lacey act we are proposing to establish definitions for the terms common cultivar and common food crop. the amendments to the act expanded its protections to a broader range of plant species extended its reach to encompass products including timber that derive from illegally harvested plants and require that importers submit a declaration at the time of importation for certain plants and plant products. common cultivars and common food crops are among the categorical exemptions to the provisions of the act. the act does not define the terms common cultivar and common food crop but instead gives authority to the u.s. department of agriculture and the u.s. department of the interior to define these terms by regulation. our proposed definitions would specify which plants and plant products will be subject to the provisions of the act including the declaration requirement
national organic program nop sunset review 2011 6 pages english ams is proposing to revise the federal seed act fsa regulations. the changes would amend the list of prohibited noxious-weed seeds to reflect the recent addition of four species deletion of two species and nomenclature change of four species listed in the federal noxious weed act fnwa update the seed labeling regulations update the seed testing regulations update the noxious-weed seed tolerances update the seed certification regulations and correct several minor errors including updating the nomenclature of kinds regulated under the fsa. the list of noxious-weed seeds would be amended to hel prevent the spread of these highly destructive weeds. updating the labeling regulations and noxious-weed seed tolerances would prevent potential conflicts with state regulations reflect currently used terms and reflect current industry practices. updating the seed testing and seed certification regulations would incorporate the latest in seed testing and seed certification knowledge and prevent potential conflicts with state regulations.
irish potatoes grown in colorado relaxation of handling regulation for area no. 2 and certain imported potatoes 4 pages in english this rule would relax the minimum grade requirements for potatoes handled under the colorado potato marketing order area no. 2. this rule was recommended by the colorado potato administrative committee for area no. 2 committee the agency responsible for the local administration of the marketing order. for all potato varieties produced in area no. 2 measuring from 1 inch minimum diameter to 2-inch maximum diameter size b and from 1-inch minimum diameter to 1-inch maximum diameter this rule changes the minimum grade from u.s. no. 1 to u.s. commercial. this rule also would relax the minimum grade requirements between october1 through june 30 of each year for imported red-skinned round type potatoes of the same size categories under the import regulations as required by section 8e of the agricultural marketing agreement act of 1937. the changes are intended to provide potato handlers and importers with more marketing flexibility growers with increased returns and consumers with a greater supply of small potatoes and to bring the section 8e potato import regulation into conformity with the marketing order
irish potatoes grown in washington modification of pack requirements 3 pages in english this rule modifies the pack requirements currently prescribed under the washington potato marketing order. the marketing order regulates the handling of irish potatoes grown in washington and is administered locally by the state of washington potato committee committee . this rule relaxes the pack requirements to allow handlers to shi u.s. no. 2 grade potatoes in cartons to better meet buyer needs. currently only potatoes grading u.s. no. 1 or better or potatoes failing to grade u.s. no. 1 only because of internal defects may be shipped in cartons. the relaxation in pack requirements will hel maximize producer returns
irish potatoes grown in colorado relaxation of handling regulation for area no. 2 3 pages in english this rule invites comments on a relaxation of the minimum grade requirement for certain potatoes handled under the colorado potato marketing order area no. 2. the colorado potato administrative committee area no. 2 committee the agency responsible for local administration of the marketing order recommended this rule as a replacement for a previously issued proposed rule. this rule would change the minimum grade from u.s. no. 1 to u.s. commercial for varieties of long red-skinned yellow fleshed potatoes produced in area no. 2 measuring from 11 2 inch minimum diameter to 21 4-inch maximum diameter size b and from 1-inch minimum diameter to 13 4-inch maximum diameter. the proposed change is intended to provide potato handlers with more marketing flexibility growers with increased returns and consumers with a greater supply of small specialty potatoes
irish potatoes grown in certain designated counties in idaho and malheur county or and imported irish potatoes relaxation of size requirements relaxes the size requirements for potatoes handled under the marketing order for idaho-eastern oregon potatoes and for long type potatoes imported into the united states. this rule would revise the size requirements to allow creamer size 3 4 inch to 15 8 inches diameter for all varieties of potatoes to be handled if the potatoes otherwise meet u.s. no. 1 grade and round type potatoes to be handled without regard to size so long as the size is specified on the container in connection with the grade
vegetable import regulations modification of potato import regulations proposes modifications to the import regulations for irish potatoes. this rule would reduce the number of marketing order areas determined as being in the most direct competition with imported potatoes from five to three exempt u.s. no. 1 grade potatoes imported in certain small containers from size requirements and remove certain language from marketing orders no. 948 and 953 that reference the regulation of imported irish potatoes. in addition this rule would make minor administrative changes to the potato onion and tomato import regulations to update informational references
irish potatoes grown in colorado and imported irish potatoes relaxation of the handling regulation for area no. 2 and import regulations 3 pages in english prethis proposed rule invites comments on a revision to the minimum quantity exception for potatoes handled under the colorado potato marketing order area no. 2 order . the order regulates the handling of irish potatoes grown in colorado and is administered locally by the colorado potato administrative committee area no. 2 committee . this action would increase the quantity of potatoes that may be handled under the order without regard to the orders handling regulation requirements from 1 000 to 2 000 pounds. the change in the import regulation is required under section 8e of the agricultural marketing agreement act of 1937. this action would allow the importation which in the aggregate does not exceed 2 000 pounds for all other round type potatoes except red skinned round type or long type potatoes that continue to remain at a 500 pound limit to be imported without regard to the import regulations. this action is expected to benefit producers handlers and importers. pre
irish potatoes grown in certain designated counties in idaho and malheur county oregon modification of handling regulations this proposed rule would implement a recommendation from the idaho-eastern oregon potato committee committee to revise the varietal classifications that determine the size requirements for irish potatoes grown in certain designated counties of idaho and malheur county oregon. as provided under section 8e of the agricultural marketing agreement act of 1937 the proposed modification would also apply to all imported long type irish potatoes. this proposed rule would also make administrative revisions to the subpart headings to bring the language into conformance with the office of federal register requirements.
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united states standards for grades of greenhouse tomatoes 2 pages in english . the agricultural marketing service ams of the department of agriculture usda is soliciting comments on its proposal to revise the united states standards for grades of greenhouse tomatoes. ams is proposing to revise the standards to allow that percentages of defects and size classifications be determined by count rather than weight. this would result in a revision of the following sections of the standards tolerances size classification standard pack damage and serious damage sections. additionally ams is proposing to delete the unclassified section add moldy stems as a damage defect and add a scoring guide for damage and serious damage for skin checks. the proposed revisions would bring the standards for greenhouse tomatoes in line with current marketing practices thereby improving their usefulness in serving the industry
vegetables import regulations partial exemption to the minimum grade requirements for fresh tomatoes. proposed rule 3 pages in english proposes a partial exemption to the minimum grade requirements under the tomato import regulation
importation of fruits and vegetables 14 pages in english we propose to amend the fruits and vegetables regulations to list a number of fruits and vegetables from certain parts of the world as eligible under specified conditions for importation into the united states. some of the fruits and vegetables are already eligible for importation under permit but are not specifically listed in the regulations. all of the fruits and vegetables as a condition of entry would be inspected and subject to treatment at the port of first arrival as may be required by an inspector. in addition some of the fruits and vegetables would be required to meet other special conditions. in one case we propose to add a systems approach that would provide an alternative to methyl bromide fumigation. these actions would provide the united states with additional types and sources of fruits and vegetables while continuing to protect against the introduction of quarantine pests through imported fruits and vegetables
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united states standards for grades of frozen onions 2 pages in english the agricultural marketing service ams of the department of agriculture usda is soliciting comments on its proposal to create new united states standards for grades of frozen onions. the american frozen food institute affi petitioned ams to develo new grade standards for frozen onions. ams has received additional industry comments on several discussion drafts of the proposed standards. the grade standards would provide a common language for trade a means of measuring value in the marketing of frozen onions and guidance on the effective use of frozen onions
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united states standards for lentils the united states department of agricultures usda grain inspection packers and stockyards administration gipsa is proposing a revision to the united states standards for lentils to 1 establish an additional grading factor definition grade requirements and visual reference images for wrinkled lentils and 2 establish a special grade definition special grade requirements designation and visual reference images for green lentils. these revisions are being proposed at the request of the lentil industry. gipsa believes that this proposed revision of the united states standards for lentils would improve the application of the standards and facilitate the marketing of lentils.
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u.s. standards for grades of shelled walnuts and walnuts in the shell 4 pages in english alignleft the agricultural marketing service ams of the department of agriculture usda proposes to revise the u.s. standards for grades of shelled walnuts and the u.s. standards for grades of walnuts in the shell. ams proposes to include red colored walnuts. in addition ams proposes to remove the unclassified section. the changes will modernize the standards and meet growing consumer demand by providing greater marketing flexibility.
specialty crops import regulations proposed pistachio import requirements 9 pages english this proposed rule invites comments on the establishment of a minimum quality regulation for lots of pistachios imported into the united states. the regulation would specify maximum aflatoxin tolerance levels as well as mandatory aflatoxin testing and certification requirements. the proposed import quality requirements would be the same as or comparable to those in effect for the domestically produced commodity. under this proposal aflatoxin levels in imported pistachios could not exceed 15 parts per billion ppb as certified by aflatoxin inspection certificates issued by an accredited laboratory. this action is intended to assure consumers that all pistachios offered for sale in the united states meet the same aflatoxin standards thus promoting high quality product in the market place and fostering consumer satisfaction. this rule also announces the agricultural marketing services ams intention to request approval by the office of management and budget omb of a new information collection requirement including two new forms that would be completed by either laboratories or pistachio importers.
oranges grapefruit tangerines and tangelos grown in florida and imported grapefruit relaxation of size requirements for grapefruit interim final rule 4 pages in english relaxes the minimum size requirement for white seedless grapefruit imported into the united states for the fresh market
avocados grown in south florida and imported avocados revision of the maturity requirements 5 pages in english . this rule would revise the maturity requirements for avocados grown in south florida and for avocados imported into the united states that are shipped to the fresh market
avocado inspection program 4 pages in english amends rules to allow handlers to pack in any type consumer and non-consumer containers and eliminate the standard container requirement for avocados and the requirements to use the term irregular container when using a nonstandard container.
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united states standards for grades of florida avocados 1 page in english . the agricultural marketing service ams prior to undertaking research and other work associated with revising official grade standards is soliciting comments on the possible revisions of the united states standards for grades of florida avocados. at a meeting with the fruit and vegetable industry advisory committee ams was asked to review the fresh fruit and vegetable grade standards for usefulness in serving the industry. as a result ams is considering revisions to the florida avocado standard to include all avocados
avocados grown in south florida and imported avocados clarification of the avocado grade requirements 4 pages in english . prethis proposed rule invites comments on changes to the minimum grade requirements currently prescribed under the florida avocado marketing order order and a technical correction to the avocado import regulation. the order regulates the handling of avocados grown in south florida and is administered locally by the avocado administrative committee committee . for south florida-grown avocados this proposed rule would align the regulations with current industry practice. it would remove language permitting the commingling of avocados with dissimilar characteristics in containers for shipment within the production area. all avocado shipments within the production area would need to meet the provisions of a u.s. no. 2 grade as provided in the united states standards for grades of florida avocados. for imported avocados this rule would also make a technical correction to the avocado import regulation to clarify that the minimum grade requirement for imported avocados remains unchanged at a u.s. no. 2. pre
mango promotion research and information order amendment to include frozen mangos this proposed rule invites comments on amending the agricultural marketing services ams regulations regarding a fresh mango national research and promotion program to include frozen mangos as a covered commodity. additionally this proposal announces ams intent to request approval by the office of management and budget omb of new information collection requirements necessary to include frozen mangos under the program.
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oranges grapefruit tangerines and pummelos grown in florida change in size requirements for oranges this rule implements a recommendation from the citrus administrative committee committee to relax the minimum size requirements currently prescribed under the marketing order for oranges grapefruit tangerines and pummelos grown in florida order . the committee locally administers the order and is comprised of growers and handlers operating within the production area and one public member. this rule relaxes the minimum size requirements for oranges from 28 16 inches to 24 16 inches in diameter. this rule will maximize shipments by allowing more oranges to be shipped to the fresh market and hel reduce the losses sustained by the citrus industry during the september 2017 hurricane in florida. this rule also contains a formatting change to subpart references to bring the order language into conformance with office of federal registers guidelines.
oranges grapefruit tangerines and pummelos grown in florida and imported grapefruit change in grade and size requirements this proposed rule invites comments on a recommendation from the citrus administrative committee committee to relax the minimum grade requirements for oranges and tangerines remove grade and size requirements for ambersweet and temple oranges and simplify the tables outlining the grade and size requirements for interstate and export shipments currently prescribed under the marketing order for oranges grapefruit tangerines and pummelos grown in florida. a corresponding change would be made to the grapefruit import regulation as required by section 8e of the agricultural marketing agreement act of 1937.
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oranges grapefruit tangerines and pummelos grown in florida and imported grapefruit change in size requirements for grapefruit this rule implements a recommendation from the citrus administrative committee committee to relax the minimum size requirements currently prescribed for grapefruit under the marketing order for oranges grapefruit tangerines and pummelos grown in florida order . the committee locally administers the order and is comprised of producers and handlers operating within the production area and one public member. this rule relaxes the minimum size requirement for grapefruit from 35 16 inches in diameter to 3 inches in diameter. this rule will maximize shipments by allowing more grapefruit to be shipped to the fresh market and will hel reduce the losses sustained by the grapefruit industry during the september 2017 hurricane in florida. the corresponding change in the grapefruit import regulation is required under section 8e of the agricultural marketing agreement act of 1937.
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grapes grown in a designated area of southeastern california and imported table grapes proposed change in regulatory periods 9 pages in english . this proposed rule would revise the regulatory periods when minimum grade size quality and maturity requirements apply to southeastern california grapes under marketing order no. 925 order and to imported grapes under the table grape import regulation. the current regulatory periods for both domestic and imported grapes are april 20 through august 15 of each year. the california desert grape administrative committee committee which locally administers the order unanimously recommended changing the date when these requirements expire for grapes grown in california to july 10 because few grapes are normally shipped after that date. a corresponding change for imported table grapes is required under section 8e of the agricultural marketing agreement act of 1937. the desert grape growers league of california the league requested that the beginning date of the regulatory period for imported table grapes be changed from april 20 to april 1. the league requested this change to prevent the marketing of grape imports that do not meet the california grape orders grade size quality and maturity requirements. the act provides authority for such change. if implemented the regulatory period for domestic grapes would be april 1-july 10 so both sets of requirements apply during the same time period. this proposed rule also would clarify the maturity soluble solids requirements for southeastern california and imported flame seedless variety grapes
grapes grown in a designated area of southeastern california and imported table grapes removing varietal exemptions this proposed rule would implement a recommendation from the california desert grape administrative committee committee to remove varietal exemptions from the regulations established under the california table grape marketing order order and the table grape import regulation import regulation . the order regulates the handling of table grapes grown in a designated area of southeastern california and is administered locally by the committee. the import regulation is authorized under section 8e of the agricultural marketing agreement act of 1937 as amended and regulates the importation of table grapes into the united states. in conjunction with this proposed rule administrative exemptions that were previously granted for other varieties of imported grapes including those that are genetically related to the four varieties exempted under the orders regulations and import regulation would be removed.
u.s. standards for grades of apples the agricultural marketing service ams of the department of agriculture usda proposes to revise the u.s. standards for grades of apples by removing smooth net-like russeting as a grade-determining factor in the u.s. extra fancy u.s. fancy and u.s. no. 1 grades for fuji apples. in addition ams proposes to remove obsolete references to the location where color standards may be examined and purchased. the changes will modernize the standards and meet growing consumer demand by providing greater marketing flexibility.
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united states standards for grades of sweet cherries 2 pages in english . the agricultural marketing service ams has reviewed the fresh fruit and vegetable grade standards for usefulness in serving the industry. as a result ams is proposing to revise the sweet cherry standard to include standardized row sizes into the standard. these standardized row sizes would establish a uniform basis for defining size in the industry
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no significant risk levels section 25704 exposures to listed chemicals in coffee posing no significant risk the proposed regulation clarifies that proposition 65 listed chemicals in coffee pose no significant risk of cancer. it does not impose any mandatory requirements on businesses. oehha has therefore made an initial determination that the adoption of this regulation will not have a significant statewide adverse economic impact directly affecting businesses including the ability of california businesses to compete with businesses in other states.
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united states standards for rough rice brown rice for processing and milled rice the usda is proposing to revise the u.s. standards for rough rice brown rice for processing and milled rice to change the requirement that certain information currently provided on the grade line of official certificates for mixed rice be moved to the results section of the inspection certificate. these proposed changes enhance the use of the inspection certificate and as a result will hel to facilitate the marketing of mixed rice.
food labeling health claims soluble dietary fiber from certain foods and coronary heart disease interim final rule 12 pages in english the food and drug administration fda is amending the existing regulation authorizing the use on food labels of a health claim about beta-glucan soluble fiber from whole oat foods and risk of heart disease to include whole grain barley and dry milled barley products as additional eligible sources of beta-glucan soluble fiber. based on the totality of publicly available scientific evidence fda has determined that blood cholesterol-lowering effects of oats and barley are equivalent. therefore fda has concluded that consuming beta-glucan-containing whole grain barley or certain dry milled barley products may hel reduce blood cholesterol levels and fda is amending 21cfr101.81 to include whole grain barley and certain dry milled barley products as substances eligible for the soluble dietary fiber- heart disease risk health claim
federal seed act regulations 6 pages english ams is proposing to revise the federal seed act fsa regulations. the changes would amend the list of prohibited noxious-weed seeds to reflect the recent addition of four species deletion of two species and nomenclature change of four species listed in the federal noxious weed act fnwa update the seed labeling regulations update the seed testing regulations update the noxious-weed seed tolerances update the seed certification regulations and correct several minor errors including updating the nomenclature of kinds regulated under the fsa. the list of noxious-weed seeds would be amended to hel prevent the spread of these highly destructive weeds. updating the labeling regulations and noxious-weed seed tolerances would prevent potential conflicts with state regulations reflect currently used terms and reflect current industry practices. updating the seed testing and seed certification regulations would incorporate the latest in seed testing and seed certification knowledge and prevent potential conflicts with state regulations.
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status of certain additional over-the-counter drug category ii active ingredients 18 pages in english . the food and drug administration fda is proposing that certain ingredients in over-the-counter otc drug products are not generally recognized as safe and effective grase or are misbranded. fda is proposing that any otc drug product containing any of these ingredients must be the subject of an approved nda new drug application
food labelling nutrient content claims alpha-linolenic acid eicosapentaenoic acid and docosahexaenoic acid omega-3 fatty acids 16 pages in english the food and drug administration fda proposes to issue a rule finding that certain nutrient content claims for foods including conventional foods and dietary supplements that contain omega-3 fatty acids do not meet the requirements of the u.s. federal food drug and cosmetic act and may not appear in food labelling
proposed united states standards for grades of olive oil and olive-pomace oil 2 pages in english . the agricultural marketing service ams of the department of agriculture usda is soliciting comments on the proposed revision to the united states standards for grades of olive oil
national organic program sunset review 6 pages in english . this proposed rule would amend the u.s. department of agricultures usda national list of allowed and prohibited substances national list regulations to reflect recommendations submitted to the secretary of agriculture secretary by the national organic standards board nosb from 17 november 2005 through 19 october 2006. the recommendations addressed in this proposed rule pertain to the continued exemption use and prohibition of 169 substances in organic production and handling. consistent with the recommendations from the nosb this proposed rule would renew 166 of the 169 exemptions and prohibitions on the national list along with any restrictive annotations and remove 3 exemptions from the national list
current good manufacturing practice in manufacturing packing or holding dietary ingredients and dietary supplements 106 pages in english the administration is proposing current good manufacturing practice cgmp regulations for dietary ingredients and dietary supplements. the proposed rule would establish the minimum cgmps necessary to ensure that if you engage in activities related to manufacturing packaging or holding dietary ingredients or dietary supplements you do so in a manner that will not adulterate and misbrand such dietary ingredients or dietary supplements. the provisions would require manufacturers to evaluate the identity purity quality strength and composition of their dietary ingredients and dietary supplements
importation of cooked pork skins 5 pages english aphis is proposing to amend the regulations to allow for the importation of cooked pork skins from regions affected with foot-and-mouth disease swine vesicular disease african swine fever and classical swine fever under certain conditions
food labeling guidelines for voluntary nutrition labeling of raw fruits vegetables and fish identification of the 20 most frequently consumed raw fruits vegetables and fish reopening of the comment period 12 pages in english . the food and drug administration fda is reopening until june 3 2005 the comment period for a proposed rule published in the federal register of march 20 2002. in that document fda proposed to amend its voluntary nutrition labeling regulations by updating the names and nutrition labeling values for the 20 most frequently consumed raw fruits vegetables and fish in the united states. since publication of the proposed rule the agency has received new data in comments that it intends to use to further update the nutrition labeling values. the agency also intends to use additional data from the u.s. department of agriculture usda for certain nutrients in raw produce. those data became available after the close of the comment period. fda is reopening the comment period to allow all interested parties the opportunity to review its tentative nutrition labeling values based upon data fda received within and after the comment period and to comment on the additional nutrient data for some of the 20 most frequently consumed raw fruits vegetables and fish. fda will evaluate any new data submissions during this reopened comment period and will consider use of those data in a final rule
lead-containing products -- prohibition house bill number 8 6 pages in english . prohibits the manufacture sale offer for sale importation or distribution of specified lead-containing childrens products or lead-adulterated consumable products
food labelling health claims soluble fibre from certain foods and risk of coronary heart disease 8 pages in english . the food and drug administration fda is proposing to amend the regulation authorizing a health claim on the relationshi between soluble fibre from certain foods and risk of coronary heart disease chd . the amendment proposes to exempt certain foods from the nutrient content requirement of low fat. the exemption would apply if the food exceeds this requirement due to fat content derived from whole oat sources. fda is taking this action in response to a petition submitted by the quaker oats company the petitioner . the amendment would expand the use of this health claim to some whole oat products that are currently ineligible for the health claim
food additives permitted for direct addition to food for human consumption vitamin d2 4 pages english the food and drug administration fda is amending the food additive regulations to provide for the safe use of vitamin d2 as a nutrient supplement in soy-based food products
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united states standards for grades of grapefruit juice 2 pages english the agricultural marketing service ams of the department of agriculture usda has revised the united states standards for grades of grapefruit juice. the grade standards for grapefruit juice have been changed to remove the parameters for maximum free and suspended pulp to account for advances in industry processing technology.
food labeling nutrition labeling of standard menu items in restaurants and similar retail food establishments to implement the menu labeling provisions of the patient protection and affordable care act of 2010 affordable care act the food and drug administration fda is proposing requirements for providing certain nutrition information for standard menu items in certain chain restaurants and similar retail food establishments. the affordable care act in part amended the federal food drug and cosmetic act fdc act among other things to require restaurants and similar retail food establishments that are part of a chain with 20 or more locations in the united states or its territories doing business under the same name and offering for sale substantially the same menu items to provide calorie and other nutrition information for standard menu items including food on display and self-service food. under provisions of the affordable care act restaurants and similar retail food establishments not otherwise covered by the law may elect to become subject to the federal requirements by registering every other year with the fda. providing calorie and other nutrition information in restaurants and similar retail food establishments would assist u.s. consumers in making healthier dietary choices
food labeling calorie labeling of articles of food in vending machines to implement the vending machine labeling provisions of the patient protection and affordable care act of 2010 affordable care act the food and drug administration fda is proposing requirements for providing calorie information for certain articles of food sold from vending machines located in the united states or its territories. the affordable care act in part amended the federal food drug and cosmetic act fdc act to among other things require that for an article of food sold from a vending machine that does not permit a prospective purchaser to examine the nutrition facts panel before purchasing the article or does not otherwise provide visible nutrition information at the point of purchase and is operated by a person engaged in the business of owning or operating 20 or more vending machines the vending machine operator must disclose the number of calories for the article of food. vending machine operators not subject to the requirements of the affordable care act may elect to be subject to the federal requirements by registering with fda. providing calorie disclosures for food sold from vending machines would assist consumers in making healthier dietary choices
food labeling health claims dietary noncariogenic carbohydrate sweeteners and dental caries 7pages in english the food and drug administration fda is proposing to amend the regulation authorizing a health claim on noncariogenic carbohydrate sweeteners and dental caries i.e. tooth decay to include sucralose a nonnutritive sweetener. similar to the sweeteners currently authorized to make a health claim sucralose is used as a sugar substitute that is minimally fermented relative to sugar by oral microorganisms and thus does not contribute to production of organic acids by plaque bacteria as do the fermentable sugars for which it is a substitute. fda is taking this action in response to a health claim petition filed by mcneil nutritionals. the agency previously concluded that there was significant scientific agreement for the relationshi between slowly fermented carbohydrate sugar substitutes specifically certain sugar alcohols and the nonpromotion of dental caries. based on the totality of publicly available scientific evidence fda now has determined that the nonnutritive sweetener sucralose like the sugar alcohols is not fermented by oral bacteria to an extent sufficient to lower dental plaque ph to levels that would contribute to the erosion of dental enamel. therefore fda has concluded that sucralose does not promote dental caries and it is proposing to amend the regulation authorizing a health claim relating certain noncariogenic sweeteners and nonpromotion of dental caries to include sucralose as a substance eligible for the claim
recordkeeping requirements for human food and cosmetics manufactured from processed with or otherwise containing material from cattle 10 pages in english the food and drug administration fda is proposing to require that manufacturers and processors of human food and cosmetics that are manufactured from processed with or otherwise contain material from cattle must establish and maintain records sufficient to demonstrate the food or cosmetic is not manufactured from processed with or does not otherwise contain prohibited cattle materials. this is a companion rulemaking to fdas interim final rule entitled use of materials derived from cattle in human food and cosmetics published in this issue of the federal register. fda is proposing recordkeeping requirements because records documenting the absence of prohibited cattle materials are needed by manufacturers and processors of human food and cosmetics that contain cattle material to ensure that these products do not contain prohibited cattle materials. in addition such records are necessary to hel fda ensure compliance with the requirements of the interim final rule
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use of materials derived from cattle in human food and cosmetics 9 pages in english . the food and drug administration fda is amending its regulations on the use of materials derived from cattle in human food and cosmetics
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alcohol beverage health warning statement 99r-507p 3 pages in english the bureau is considering amending the regulations concerning the placement legibility and noticeability of the congressionally mandated health warning statement required to appear on the labels of all containers of alcohol beverages
labeling and advertising of wines distilled spirits and malt beverages 10 pages in english . the alcohol and tobacco tax and trade bureau ttb requests public comment on possible changes to the labeling and advertising requirements of alcohol beverage products regulated by ttb. the agency has long required certain labeling such as brand name class and type alcohol content in the case of wines containing more than 14 percent alcohol by volume and distilled spirits net contents and in recent years has published updated standards for the use of carbohydrate and calorie claims. because of petitions to mandate additional information including ingredient allergen alcohol calorie and carbohydrate content and requests by some to use labels with at least some of that additional information on a voluntary basis under existing rules ttb believes it is now appropriate to consider revising the alcohol beverage labeling and advertising regulations and seeks public comment on several issues to assist the agency in formulating specific regulatory proposals
use of the word pure or its variants on labels or in advertisements of alcohol beverage products request for public comment 3 pages in english the alcohol and tobacco tax and trade bureau is considering amending the regulations concerning the use of the word pure on labels or in advertisements of alcohol beverage products. we wish to gather information by inviting comments from the public and industry as to whether the existing regulations should be revised
major food allergen labelling for wines distilled spirits and malt beverages 16 pages in english . in this notice the alcohol and tobacco tax and trade bureau proposes the adoption of mandatory labelling standards for major food allergens used in the production of alcohol beverages subject to the labelling requirements of the federal alcohol administration act. the proposed regulations set forth in this document also provide procedures for petitioning for an exemption from allergen labelling. the proposed regulations parallel the recent amendments to the federal food drug and cosmetic act contained in the food allergen labelling and consumer protection act of 2004. under the proposed regulations producers bottlers and importers of wines distilled spirits and malt beverages must declare the presence of milk eggs fish crustacean shellfish tree nuts wheat peanuts and soybeans as well as ingredients that contain protein derived from these foods on a product label unless an exemption applies to the product in question
ut 30510 2007 label approvals notice of proposed rule 5 pages in english . establishes procedures for manufacturers of beer and other malt beverages to submit labels to the department for approval and establishes guidelines for approving or denying labels on such products
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beverages bottled water companion document to direct final rule 10 pages in english the food and drug administration fda is proposing to amend its bottled water quality standard by establishing allowable levels in its regulations for three residual disinfectants chloramine chlorine and chorine dioxide and three types of disinfection byproducts dbps bromate chlorite and haloacetic acids haa5 . fda also is proposing to revise the existing allowable level for the dbp total trihalomethanes tthm . finally fda is also proposing to revise for the three residual disinfectants and four types of dbps only the monitoring requirement for source water found in the current good manufacturing practice cgmp regulations for bottled waters. as a consequence of fdas amending the quality standard for these residual disinfectants and dbps bottled water manufacturers would be required to monitor their finished bottled water products for these disinfectants and dbps at least once each year under the cgmp regulations for bottled water. bottled water manufacturers also would be required to monitor for these contaminants at least once each year in their source water unless the bottlers meet the criteria for the source water monitoring exemption under the proposed amendment to the cgmp regulations
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beverages bottled water the food and drug administration fda or we is proposing to revise the quality standard for bottled water to specify that bottled water to which fluoride is added by the manufacturer may not contain fluoride in excess of 0.7 milligrams per liter mg l . this action if finalized will revise the current allowable levels for fluoride in domestically packaged and imported bottled water to which fluoride is added. we are taking this action to make the quality standard regulation for fluoride added to bottled water consistent with the recommendation by the u.s. public health service phs for community water systems that add fluoride for the prevention of dental caries. this action if finalized will not affect the allowable levels for fluoride in bottled water to which fluoride is not added by the manufacturer such bottled water may contain fluoride from its source water .
beverages bottled water 19 pages in english the food and drug administration fda is proposing to amend its bottled water regulations to require that source water be tested specifically for total coliform as is done for finished bottled water products. fda is also proposing that if any coliform organisms are detected in source water or finished bottled water products bottled water manufacturers would be required to test for the bacterium escherichia coli e. coli . this rule would require bottlers to rectify or eliminate the source of e. coli contamination in source water and kee records of such actions
rules and regulations for bottled water english 36 pages establishes the rules and regulations pertaining to bottle water as set forth under rules and regulations for non-alcoholic bottled beverages drinks and juices
standards of identity for malt beverages 3 pages in english amends rules relating to net contents and prescribes how the net contents of a malt beverage must be stated on the label.
elimination of certain standards of fill for distilled spirits amendment of malt beverage net contents labeling regulation in this document the alcohol and tobacco tax and trade bureau ttb addresses numerous petitions requesting that ttb amend the regulations that govern distilled spirits containers to provide for additional authorized standards of fill. ttb is proposing to eliminate all but minimum and maximum standards of fill for distilled spirits containers and thus eliminate unnecessary regulatory requirements and provide consumers broader purchasing options. ttb welcomes comments on this proposed deregulation and it also seeks comments on the relative merits of alternatives such as adding new authorized standards of fill and developing an expedited process for adding additional standards in the future. all of these approaches would eliminate restrictions that inhibit competition and the movement of goods in domestic and international commerce. ttb is also proposing to amend the labeling regulations for distilled spirits and malt beverages to specifically provide that distilled spirits may be labeled with the equivalent standard united states u.s. measure in addition to the mandatory metric measure and that malt beverages may be labeled with the equivalent metric measure in addition to the mandatory u.s. measure. such labeling is currently allowed but that is not explicitly stated in current regulations. this revision will align the distilled spirits and malt beverage labeling regulations with current policy and also with the wine labeling regulations. the wine labeling regulations state that wine may be labeled with the equivalent standard u.s. measure in addition to the mandatory metric measure.
modification of mandatory label information for wine distilled spirits and malt beverages 4 pages in english . the alcohol and tobacco tax and trade bureau ttb proposes to amend its regulations regarding the mandatory labelling requirements for alcoholic beverages. the proposed regulatory changes would permit alcohol content to appear on other labels affixed to the container rather than on the brand label as currently required. these regulatory changes will provide greater flexibility in alcoholic beverage labelling and will conform the ttb wine labelling regulations to the recent agreement reached by members of the world wine trade grou regarding the presentation of certain information on wine labels
disclosure of cochineal extract and carmine in the labeling of wines distilled spirits and malt beverages 4 pages in english . the alcohol and tobacco tax and trade bureau is proposing to revise its regulations to require the disclosure of the presence of cochineal extract and carmine on the labels of any alcohol beverage product containing one or both of these color additives. this proposed rule responds to a recent final rule issued by the food and drug administration as well as reports of severe allergic reaction including anaphylaxis to cochineal extract and carmine-containing foods. this proposal would allow consumers who are allergic to cochineal extract or carmine to identify and thus avoid alcohol beverage products that contain these color additives.
modernization of the labeling and advertising regulations for wine distilled spirits and malt beverages the alcohol and tobacco tax and trade bureau ttb is proposing to amend its regulations governing the labeling and advertising of wine distilled spirits and malt beverages. ttb proposes to reorganize and recodify these regulations in order to simplify and clarify regulatory standards incorporate guidance documents and current policy into the regulations and reduce the regulatory burden on industry members where possible.
labeling and advertising of wines distilled spirits and malt beverages proposed rule 26 pages in english . the alcohol and tobacco tax and trade bureau ttb proposes to amend its regulations to require a statement of alcohol content expressed as a percentage of alcohol by volume on all alcohol beverage products. this statement may appear on any label affixed to the container. ttb also proposes to require a serving facts panel on alcohol beverage labels which would include a statement of calories carbohydrates fat and protein. industry members may also choose to disclose on the serving facts panel the number of u.s. fluid ounces of pure alcohol ethyl alcohol per serving as part of a statement that includes alcohol content expressed as a percentage of alcohol by volume. the proposed regulations would also specify new reference serving sizes for wine distilled spirits and malt beverages based on the amount of beverage customarily consumed as a single serving. however ttb is not defining a standard drink in this document. ttb proposes to make these new requirements mandatory three years after the date of publication of the final rule in the federal register. the agency proposes these amendments to ensure that alcohol beverage labels provide consumers with adequate information about the product
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proposed change to vintage date requirements 2005r 212p 3 pages in english the alcohol and tobacco tax and trade bureau proposes to change the minimum content requirement for vintage date statements on some wine labels. we take this action in response to a petition from a trade association representing california wineries. we invite comments on this proposed amendment to our regulations
certification requirements for imported natural wine 2005r-002p 3 pages in english elsewhere in this issue of the federal register the alcohol and tobacco tax and trade bureau is issuing a temporary rule implementing the new certification requirements regarding production practices and procedures for imported natural wine contained in section 2002 of the miscellaneous trade and technical corrections act of 2004 which amended section 5382 of the internal revenue code of 1986. in this notice of proposed rulemaking we are soliciting comments from all interested parties on the implementation of these new certification requirements. the text of the regulations in the temporary rule published in the rules and regulations section of this issue of the federal register serves as the text of the proposed regulations
use of various winemaking terms on wine labels and in advertisements 4 pages in english . the alcohol and tobacco tax and trade bureau is considering amending the regulations concerning various winemaking terms commonly used on labels and in advertisements to provide consumers with information about the growing or bottling conditions of wine. we invite comments from industry members consumers and other interested parties as to whether and to what extent we should propose specific regulatory amendments for further public comment
labeling imported wines with multistate appellations 2008r-265p 4 pages in english . the alcohol and tobacco tax and trade bureau proposes to amend the wine labeling regulations to allow the labeling of imported wines with multistate appellations of origin. this amendment would provide treatment for imported wines similar to that currently available to domestic wines bearing multistate appellations. it would also provide consumers with additional information regarding the origin of these wines
listing of color additives exempt from certification mica-based pearlescent pigments 3 pages in english . prethe food and drug administration fda or we is amending the color additive regulations to provide for the safe use of mica-based pearlescent pigments prepared from titanium dioxide and mica as color additives in distilled spirits containing not less than 18 percent and not more than 23 percent alcohol by volume but not including distilled spirits mixtures containing more than 5 percent wine on a proof gallon basis. this action is in response to a petition filed by e. amp j. gallo winery. pre
use of american viticultural area names as appellations of origin on wine labels 4 pages in english prethe alcohol and tobacco tax and trade bureau ttb is proposing to amend its regulations to permit the use of american viticultural area names as appellations of origin on labels for wines that would otherwise qualify for the use of the ava name except that the wines have been fully finished in a state adjacent to the state in which the viticultural area is located rather than the state in which the labeled viticultural area is located. the proposal would provide greater flexibility in wine production and labeling while still ensuring that consumers are provided with adequate information as to the identity of the wines they purchase. ttb permits the use of viticultural area names as appellations of origin on wine labels so that vintners may better describe the origin of their wines and consumers may better identify the wines they may purchase. pre
proposed revisions to wine labeling and recordkeeping requirements 6 pages in english prethe alcohol and tobacco tax and trade bureau ttb proposes to amend its labeling and recordkeeping regulations in 27 cfr part 24 to provide that any standard grape wine containing 7 percent or more alcohol by volume that is covered by a certificate of exemption from label approval may not be labeled with a varietal grape type designation a type designation of varietal significance a vintage date or an appellation of origin unless the wine is labeled in compliance with the standards set forth in the appropriate sections of 27 cfr part 4 for that label information. ttb is also proposing to amend its part 4 wine labeling regulations to include a reference to the new part 24 requirement. pre
proposed addition of new grape variety names for american wines 11 pages in english the alcohol and tobacco tax and trade bureau ttb proposes to amend its wine labeling regulations by adding a number of new names to the list of grape variety names approved for use in designating american wines. ttb also proposes to remove one existing entry and replace it with a slightly different name and to correct the spelling of another existing entry. the proposed amendments would allow wine bottlers to use these additional approved grape variety names on wine labels and in wine advertisements.pre pre
wine treating materials and related regulations 20 pages in english the alcohol and tobacco tax and trade bureau ttb is proposing to amend its regulations pertaining to the production of wine and in particular in regard to the permissible treatments that may be applied to wine and to juice from which wine is made. these proposed amendments are in response to requests from wine industry members to authorize certain wine treating materials and processes not currently authorized by ttb regulations. ttb invites comments on the proposed regulatory changes described in this document as well as on other wine treatment issues for which regulatory amendments are not proposed in this document
elimination of certain standards of fill for wine in this document the alcohol and tobacco tax and trade bureau ttb addresses numerous petitions requesting that ttb amend the regulations that govern wine containers to provide for additional authorized standards of fill. ttb is proposing to eliminate all but a minimum standard of fill for wine containers and thus eliminate unnecessary regulatory requirements and provide consumers broader purchasing options. ttb welcomes comments on this proposed deregulation and it also seeks comments on the relative merits of alternatives such as adding new authorized standards of fill and developing an expedited process for adding additional standards in the future. all of these approaches would eliminate restrictions that inhibit competition and the movement of goods in domestic and international commerce.
amendments to streamline importation of distilled spirits wine beer malt beverages tobacco products processed tobacco and cigarette papers and tubes and facilitate use of the international trade data system 34 pages in english prein this document the alcohol and tobacco tax and trade bureau ttb proposes to amend its regulations governing the importation of distilled spirits wine beer and malt beverages tobacco products processed tobacco and cigarette papers and tubes. the proposed amendments are intended to clarify and streamline import procedures and support the implementation of the international trade data system and the filing of import information electronically in conjunction with an electronic import filing with u.s. customs and border protection cbp . the proposed amendments include providing the option for importers to file import-related data electronically when filing entry or entry summary data electronically with cbp as an alternative to the current ttb requirements that importers submit paper documents to cbp upon importation. pre
proposed revision to vintage date requirements 4 pages english the alcohol and tobacco tax and trade bureau proposes to amend its wine labeling regulations to allow a vintage date to appear on a wine that is labeled with a country as an appellation of origin. the proposal would provide greater grape sourcing and wine labeling flexibility to winemakers both domestic and foreign while still ensuring that consumers are provided with adequate information as to the identity and quality of the wines they purchase.
implementation of statutory amendments requiring the modification of the definition of hard cider 3 pages in english the alcohol and tobacco tax and trade bureau ttb implements changes made to the definition of hard cider in the internal revenue code of 1986 by the protecting americans from tax hikes act of 2015. the modified definition broadens the range of wines eligible for the hard cider tax rate. ttb is amending its regulations to reflect the modified definition of hard cider effective for products removed on or after 1 january 2017 and to set forth new labeling requirements to identify products to which the hard cider tax rate applies. the new labeling requirements include both a one-year transitional rule and a new labeling requirement that takes effect for products removed on or after 1 january 2018. the text of the regulations in that temporary rule published elsewhere in this issue of the federal register serves as the text of the proposed regulations.pre pre
reclassification of specially denatured spirits and completely denatured alcohol formulas and related amendments 18 pages in english . prethe alcohol and tobacco tax and trade bureau ttb proposes to amend its regulations concerning denatured alcohol and products made with industrial alcohol. the proposed amendments would eliminate outdated specially denatured spirits formulas from the regulations reclassify some specially denatured spirits formulas as completely denatured alcohol formulas and issue some new general-use formulas for manufacturing products with specially denatured spirits. the proposed amendments would remove unnecessary regulatory burdens on the industrial alcohol industry as well as ttb and would align the regulations with current industry practice. the proposed amendments would also make other needed improvements and clarifications as well as a number of minor technical changes and corrections to the regulations. ttb invites comments on these proposed amendments to the regulations. pre
standards of identity for pisco and cognac 4 pages english in this document the alcohol and tobacco tax and trade bureau proposes to amend its regulations setting forth the standards of identity for distilled spirits to include pisco as a type of brandy that must be manufactured in accordance with the laws and regulations of either peru or chile as appropriate governing the manufacture of those products. this change will remove pisco brandy from the list of examples of geographical designations in the distilled spirits standards of identity. this document also includes a technical correction to remove cognac from the same list of examples. these changes will provide greater clarity in distilled spirits labeling
proposed amendment to the standards of identity for distilled spirits 3 pages english the alcohol and tobacco tax and trade bureau ttb proposes to amend the regulations setting forth the standards of identity for distilled spirits to include cachaccedila as a type of rum and as a distinctive product of brazil. this proposal follows requests received from the government of brazil and subsequent discussions with the office of the united states trade representative. ttb invites comments on this proposed amendment to the ttb regulations
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substances prohibited from use in animal food or feed 32 pages in english the food and drug administration fda is proposing to amend the agencys regulations to prohibit the use of certain cattle origin materials in the food or feed of all animals. these materials include the following the brains and spinal cords from cattle 30 months of age and older the brains and spinal cords from cattle of any age not inspected and passed for human consumption the entire carcass of cattle not inspected and passed for human consumption if the brains and spinal cords have not been removed tallow that is derived from the materials prohibited by this proposed rule that contains more than 0.15 percent insoluble impurities and mechanically separated beef that is derived from the materials prohibited by this proposed rule. these measures will further strengthen existing safeguards designed to hel prevent the spread of bovine spongiform encephalopathy bse in u.s. cattle
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tobacco product standard for n-nitrosonornicotine level in finished smokeless tobacco products 50 pages in english the food and drug administration fda is proposing a tobacco product standard that would establish a limit of n-nitrosonornicotine nnn in finished smokeless tobacco products. fda is taking this action because nnn is a potent carcinogenic agent found in smokeless tobacco products and is a major contributor to the elevated cancer risks associated with smokeless tobacco use. because products with higher nnn levels pose higher risks of cancer fda finds that establishing a nnn limit in finished smokeless tobacco products is appropriate for the protection of the public health
tobacco product standard for nicotine level of combusted cigarettes the food and drug administration fda is issuing this advance notice of proposed rulemaking anprm to obtain information for consideration in developing a tobacco product standard to set the maximum nicotine level for cigarettes. because tobacco-related harms ultimately result from addiction to the nicotine in such products causing repeated use and exposure to toxicants fda is considering taking this action to reduce the level of nicotine in these products so they are minimally addictive or nonaddictive using the best available science to determine a level that is appropriate for the protection of the public health. fda is using the term nonaddictive in this document specifically in the context of a potentially nonaddictive cigarette. we acknowledge the highly addictive potential of nicotine itself depending upon the route of delivery. as discussed elsewhere in this document questions remain with respect to the precise level of nicotine in cigarettes that might render them either minimally addictive or nonaddictive for specific members or segments of the population. we envision the potential circumstance where nicotine levels in cigarettes do not spur or sustain addiction for some portion of potential smokers. this could give addicted users the choice and ability to quit more easily and it could hel to prevent experimenters mainly youth from initiating regular use and becoming regular smokers. the scope of products covered by any potential product standard will be one issue for comment in the anprm. any additional scientific data and research relevant to the empirical basis for regulatory decisions related to a nicotine tobacco product standard is another issue for comment in the anprm.
regulation of flavors in tobacco products the food and drug administration fda is issuing this advance notice of proposed rulemaking anprm to obtain information related to the role that flavors play in tobacco products. specifically this anprm is seeking comments data research results or other information about among other things how flavors attract youth to initiate tobacco product use and about whether and how certain flavors may hel adult cigarette smokers reduce cigarette use and switch to potentially less harmful products. fda is seeking this information to inform regulatory actions fda might take with respect to tobacco products with flavors under the federal food drug and cosmetic act fdc act as amended by the family smoking prevention and tobacco control act tobacco control act . potential regulatory actions include but are not limited to tobacco product standards and restrictions on sale and distribution of tobacco products with flavors.
regulation of premium cigars the food and drug administration fda is issuing this advance notice of proposed rulemaking anprm to obtain information related to the regulation of premium cigars under the federal food drug and cosmetic act fdc act as amended by the family smoking prevention and tobacco control act tobacco control act and regulations regarding the sale and distribution of tobacco products. specifically this anprm is seeking comments data research results or other information that may inform regulatory actions fda might take with respect to premium cigars.
tobacco products required warnings for cigarette packages and advertisements the food and drug administration fda the agency or we is issuing a proposed rule to establish new required cigarette health warnings for cigarette packages and advertisements. the proposed rule would implement a provision of the family smoking prevention and tobacco control act tobacco control act that requires fda to issue regulations requiring color graphics depicting the negative health consequences of smoking to accompany new textual warning statements. the tobacco control act amends the federal cigarette labeling and advertising act fclaa of 1965 to require each cigarette package and advertisement to bear one of the new required warnings. this proposed rule once finalized would specify the color graphics that must accompany the new textual warning statements. fda is proposing to take this action to promote greater public understanding of the negative health consequences of cigarette smoking.
vapor products and flavors emergency rule adoption - this emergency rule bans the sale of flavored vapor products including flavored thc vapor products to require retailers to display a sign warning of the risk of lung disease associated with use of vapor products and to require reporting of cases of lung injury associated with the use of vapor products from health care providers and health care facilities.
nicotine exposure warnings and child-resistant packaging for liquid nicotine nicotine-containing e-liquids and other tobacco products 5 pages in english pre the food and drug administration fda is issuing this advance notice of proposed rulemaking anprm to obtain information related to the regulation of tobacco products subject to the federal food drug and cosmetic act the fdamp c act as amended by the family smoking prevention and tobacco control act tobacco control act and restrictions regarding the sale and distribution of such tobacco products. specifically this anprm is seeking comments data research results or other information that may inform regulatory actions fda might take with respect to nicotine exposure warnings and child- resistant packaging for liquid nicotine and nicotine-containing e8209 liquids that are made or derived from tobacco and intended for human consumption and potentially for other tobacco products including but not limited to novel tobacco products such as dissolvables lotions gels and drinks. in april 2014 fda published a proposed rule seeking to deem products meeting the statutory definition of tobacco product except accessories to proposed deemed tobacco products to be subject to the fdamp c act as amended by the tobacco control act. specifically the proposed rule seeks to extend the agencys tobacco product authorities to those products that meet the statutory definition of tobacco product prohibiting the sale of covered tobacco products to individuals under the age of 18 and requiring the display of health warnings on certain tobacco product packages and in advertisements. the deeming rulemaking does not address the issues raised in this anprm. pre
general assembly of pennsylvania house bill no. 1612 session of 2007 14 pages in english . requires testing standards for cigarette fire safety for certification of compliance by manufacturers and for package marking
amendment to the tax law in relation to the licensure of cigarette manufacturers bill s06506 17 pages in english . the state of new york proposes to require manufacturers of cigarettes to be licensed in the state of new york and to require the exclusive use of encrypted counterfeit-resistant cigarette tax stamps
fire-safe cigarettes hb 228 8 pages in english prohibits the manufacture sale or offer for sale of cigarettes unless the cigarettes have been tested to determine that they meet a performance standard for fire safety
fire safety propensity standards s 26 18 pages in english . requires that cigarettes sold in the state of colorado meet specified standards for reduced ignition propensity
reduced ignition propensity fire-safe cigarettes hb2438 17 pages in english sets requirements for fire safe cigarettes
extension of package use-u rule for roll-your-own tobacco and pipe tobacco 2009r-368p notice of proposed rulemaking 3 pages english elsewhere in this issue of the federal register the alcohol and tobacco tax and trade bureau is issuing a temporary rule to extend the use-u period and delay the application of the new pipe tobacco and roll-your-own tobacco classification rule adopted on 22 june 2009 in response to certain changes made to the internal revenue code of 1986 by the childrens health insurance program reauthorization act of 2009. that temporary rule also corrects two minor errors in the previously published regulatory texts. the text of the regulations in the temporary rule published in the rules and regulations section of this issue of the federal register serves as the text of the proposed regulations
tobacco products exemptions from substantial equivalence requirements 8 pages english the food and drug administration fda is issuing this proposed rule to establish procedures for requesting an exemption from the substantial equivalence requirements of the family smoking prevention and tobacco control act tobacco control act . the proposed rule would describe the process and statutory criteria for requesting an exemption and explain how fda would review requests for exemptions. once finalized this regulation will satisfy the requirement in the tobacco control act that fda issue regulations implementing the exemption provision.
further amendments to general regulations of the food and drug administration to incorporate tobacco products the food and drug administration fda is proposing to amend certain of its general regulations to include tobacco products where appropriate in light of fdas authority to regulate these products under the family smoking prevention and tobacco control act tobacco control act . with these amendments tobacco products will be subject to the same general requirements that apply to other fda-regulated products.
menthol in cigarettes tobacco products 2 pages in english . the food and drug administration fda is issuing this advance notice of proposed rulemaking anprm to obtain information related to the potential regulation of menthol in cigarettes. fda is also making available its preliminary scientific evaluation of public health issues related to the use of menthol in cigarettes. the preliminary scientific evaluation indicates there is likely a public health impact of menthol in cigarettes. this anprm is seeking comments including comments on fdas preliminary evaluation and data research or other information that may inform regulatory actions fda might take with respect to menthol in cigarettes
national environmental policy act environmental assessments for tobacco products categorical exclusions 9 pages in english in accordance with the national environmental policy act of 1969 nepa and the council on environmental quality ceq regulations implementing nepa ceq regulations the food and drug administration fda is proposing to revise its nepa implementing regulations to provide categorical exclusions for certain actions related to substantial equivalence se reports se exemption requests and tobacco product applications and the rescission order withdrawing an order or suspension of orders regarding the marketing of tobacco products under the family smoking prevention and tobacco control act tobacco control act . fda is also proposing to amend its nepa implementing regulations to include tobacco products where appropriate in light of its new authority under the tobacco control act.
clarification of when products made or derived from tobacco are regulated as drugs devices or combination products amendments to regulations regarding intended uses 10 pages in english prethe food and drug administration fda is proposing regulations to describe the circumstances in which a product made or derived from tobacco that is intended for human consumption will be subject to regulation as a drug device or a combination product under the federal food drug and cosmetic act the fdamp c act . this action is intended to provide direction to regulated industry and to hel avoid consumer confusion. pre
regulations restricting the sale and distribution of cigarettes and smokeless tobacco to protect children and adolescents 6 pages in english the food and drug administration fda is proposing to amend the agencys regulations to allow the manufacturer of a cigarette or smokeless tobacco product with a trade or brand name that is also the trade or brand name of a nontobacco product to continue to use the name if the tobacco product was sold in the united states on or before 22 june 2009. fda further proposes to amend the agencys regulations to ensure that a manufacturer of a cigarette or smokeless tobacco product may continue to use its trade or brand name even if that name is subsequently registered with the united states patent and trademark office uspto or subsequently used for a nontobacco product.
tobacco product manufacturing practice establishment of a public docket 2 pages in english the food and drug administration fda is establishing a public docket to obtain input on recommendations for regulations on good manufacturing practice for tobacco products that were submitted to fda by a grou of 13 tobacco companies tobacco companies recommendations . fda is establishing this docket to provide an opportunity for all interested parties to comment on the tobacco companies recommendations and to share information that will improve fdas understanding of the tobacco industry and its manufacturing operations
deeming tobacco products to be subject to the federal food drug and cosmetic act as amended by the family smoking prevention and tobacco control act regulations on the sale and distribution of tobacco products and required warning statements for tobacco products proposed rule 67 pages in english . prethe food and drug administration fda is proposing to deem products meeting the statutory definition of tobacco product except accessories of a proposed deemed tobacco product to be subject to the federal food drug and cosmetic act the fdamp c act as amended by the family smoking prevention and tobacco control act tobacco control act . the tobacco control act provides fda authority to regulate cigarettes cigarette tobacco roll-your-own tobacco smokeless tobacco and any other tobacco products that the agency by regulation deems to be subject to the law. option 1 of the proposed rule would extend the agencys tobacco product authorities in the fdamp c act to all other categories of products except accessories of a proposed deemed tobacco product that meet the statutory definition of tobacco product in the fdamp c act. option 2 of the proposed rule would extend the agencys tobacco product authorities to all other categories of products except premium cigars and the accessories of a proposed deemed tobacco product that meet the statutory definition of tobacco product in the fdamp c act. fda also is proposing to prohibit the sale of covered tobacco products to individuals under the age of 18 and to require the display of health warnings on cigarette tobacco roll-your own tobacco and covered tobacco product packages and in advertisements. fda is taking this action to address the public health concerns associated with the use of tobacco products. pre
fire safe cigarettes senate bill 28 9 pages english . establishes reduced ignition propensity standards for cigarettes
fire safe cigarettes act h 3095 1 page in english . enacts the oklahoma firesafe cigarettes act
cigarette lighters hb3107 sb3648 2 pages in english . prohibits the sale or giving away of any disposable cigarette lighter or novelty cigarette lighter in tennessee unless the lighter is equipped with a safety device that prevents accidental operation of the lighter
ignition strength of cigarettes h2483 4 pages in english regulates ignitions strength of cigarettes
mississippi firesafe cigarette safety standard s 2283 12 pages in english . enacts the mississippi firesafe cigarette safety standard
fire standard compliant cigarettes 6 pages in english promulgates regulations governing the testing certification marking and enforcement of fire standard compliant cigarettes.
asbestos significant new use rule under the toxic substances control act tsca epa is proposing a significant new use rule snur for asbestos as defined under the asbestos hazard emergency response act. the proposed significant new use of asbestos including as part of an article is manufacturing including importing or processing for certain uses identified by epa as no longer ongoing. the agency has found no information indicating that the following uses are ongoing and therefore the following uses are subject to this proposed snur adhesives sealants and roof and non-roof coatings arc chutes beater-add gaskets extruded sealant tape and other tape filler for acetylene cylinders high-grade electrical paper millboard missile liner pipeline wrap reinforced plastics roofing felt separators in fuel cells and batteries vinyl-asbestos floor tile and any other building material other than cement . persons subject to the snur would be required to notify epa at least 90 days before commencing any manufacturing including importing or processing of asbestos including as part of an article for a significant new use. the required notification initiates epas evaluation of the conditions of use associated with the intended use within the applicable review period. manufacturing including importing and processing including as part of an article for the significant new use may not commence until epa has conducted a review of the notice made an appropriate determination on the notice and taken such actions as are required in association with that determination.
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control of emissions of air pollution from diesel fuel 3 pages in english epa is proposing to correct amend and revise certain provisions of the highway diesel rule adopted on january 18 2001 66fr 5002 and the nonroad diesel rule on june 29 2004 69 fr 38958 . first it proposes minor corrections to clarify the regulations governing compliance with the diesel fuel standards. these minor corrections focus primarily on the nonroad rule however some may affect provisions contained in the highway rule that were overlooked at the time the nonroad rule was finalized. second it proposes amending the designate and track provisions to account for companies within the fuel distribution system that perform more than one function related to fuel production and or distribution. this would alleviate the problem of inaccurate volume balances due to a company performing multiple functions. finally with respect to the generation of fuel credits it proposes revising the regulatory text to allow refiners better access to early highway diesel fuel credits. the intention of this amendment is to hel ensure a smooth transition to ultra low-sulfur diesel fuel nationwide. we are publishing in the rules and regulations section of todays federal register a direct final rule that will correct several typographical errors modify the designate and track regulations to account for companies that perform more than one function and provide increased incentive for early compliance with the ultra low-sulfur diesel fuel requirements without further epa action unless we receive adverse comment. we have explained our reasons for todays action in detail in the preamble to the direct final rule. if we receive adverse comment we will withdraw the direct final rule prior to its effective date and will address all public comments in a subsequent final rule based on this proposed rule. we will not institute a second comment period on this action. any parties interested in commenting must do so at this time
regulation of fuels and fuel additives modifications to standards and requirements for reformulated and conventional gasoline including butane blenders and attest engagements proposed rule 15 pages in english epa is proposing to take action on certain modifications to the reformulated and conventional gasoline regulations. based on experience gained since the promulgation of these regulations epa proposed these modifications along with various others in a notice of proposed rulemaking nprm published on 11 july 1997. in final rules published on 31 december 1997 and 28 december 2001 epa took final action on several of the modifications proposed in the 11 july 1997 nprm. todays action proposes to take action on many of the remaining modifications in the 1997 nprm. the modifications in todays proposed rule would correct technical errors clarify certain provisions and codify guidance previously issued by the agency. this rule also would make several minor technical corrections to the rfg rule which were not included in the11july 1997 proposal and make two minor technical corrections to the tier 2 gasoline sulfur rule. the emissions benefits achieved from the rfg and conventional gasoline programs would not be reduced as a result of this proposed rule
regulation of fuel and fuel additives gasoline and diesel fuel test methods 7 pages english . the environmental protection agency epa is proposing to allow refiners and laboratories to use more current and improved fuel testing procedures for five american society for testing and materials astm analytical test methods. once these test method changes are adopted they will supersede the corresponding earlier versions of these test methods in epas motor vehicle fuel regulations. epa is also proposing to take action to change the designated test method for sulfur in butane. epa is proposing to replace an approved astm committee d.16 sulfur test method with the astm committee d.02 version of the test method for gasoline and diesel fuel and proposing to allow an additional astm test method for sulfur in gasoline. epa is also proposing to remove a 1 september 2004 sunset provision for two alternative astm test methods for gasoline. finally epa is proposing to add a new section to the motor vehicle fuels regulations. this new section would reference the rounding method in an astm standard practice as the procedure to follow for rounding a test result when determining compliance with epas motor vehicle fuels standards listed in the regulations. in the rules and regulations section of this federal register we are taking direct final rule action on the proposed amendments because we view these amendments as non-controversial and anticipate no adverse comments. we have explained our reasons for the amendments in the preamble to the direct final rule. the associated direct final rule full text is available online at urls a257.g.akamaitech.net 7 257 2422 01jan20061800 edocket.access.gpo.gov 2006 06-3133.htm a257.g.akamaitech.net 7 257 2422 01jan20061800 edocket.access.gpo.gov 2006 pdf 06-3133.pdf
technical amendments to the highway and nonroad diesel regulations 5 pages in english . epa is proposing to correct amend and revise certain provisions of the highway diesel rule and the nonroad diesel rule. this action proposes to correct additional errors and omissions from the previous rules and make minor changes to the regulations to assist entities with regulatory compliance. further this action also proposes technical amendments resulting from discussions with various diesel stakeholders. these technical amendments would provide a temporary increase in the sulfur testing tolerance revise the designate and track provisions to account for non-petroleum diesel fuels i.e. biodiesel and fuel that meets the california air resources boards diesel fuel standards and amend the alternative defense provisions to account for conductivity additives and red dye. this proposed action is intended to hel facilitate compliance with the diesel fuel regulations and ensure a smooth transition to ultra low sulfur diesel fuel
regulation of fuel and fuel additives refiner and importer quality assurance requirements for downstream oxygenate blending and requirements for pipeline interface 12 pages in english . this proposed rule would amend the reformulated gasoline rfg regulations to allow refiners and importers of reformulated gasoline blendstock for oxygenate blending or rbob the option to use an alternative method of fulfilling a regulatory requirement to conduct quality assurance sampling and testing at downstream oxygenate blending facilities. this alternative method consists of a comprehensive program of quality assurance sampling and testing that would cover all terminals that blend oxygenate with rbob in a specified reformulated gasoline covered area. the program would be carried out by an independent surveyor funded by industry. the program would be conducted pursuant to a survey plan approved by epa that is calculated to achieve the same objectives as the current regulatory quality assurance requirement. this proposed rule also would largely codify existing guidance for compliance by parties that handle pipeline interface with requirements for gasoline content standards recordkeeping sampling and testing. the proposed rule also contains new provisions which would provide additional flexibility to these regulated parties. the proposed rule would also establish gasoline sulfur standards for transmix processors and blenders that are consistent with the sulfur standards for other entities such as pipelines and terminals that are downstream of refineries in the gasoline distribution system and would clarify the requirements for transmix processors under the mobile source air toxics program
regulation of fuels and fuel additives renewable fuel standard program proposed rule 100 pages in english . under the clean air act as amended by section 1501 of the energy policy act of 2005 the environmental protection agency is required to promulgate regulations implementing a renewable fuel program. the statute specifies the total volume of renewable fuel that needs to be used in each year with the total volume increasing over time. in this context it is expected to simultaneously reduce dependence on foreign sources of petroleum increase domestic sources of energy and hel us make progress in moving beyond a petroleum-based economy. the increased use of renewable fuels such as ethanol and bio-diesel is also expected to have the added benefit of providing an expanded market for agricultural products such as corn and soybeans expanding economic benefits for our nations agricultural sector. based on our analysis there is also reason to believe that the expanded use of renewable fuels will provide reductions in carbon dioxide emissions and some air toxics emissions such as benzene from the transportation sector while other emissions may increase. this action proposes regulations designed to ensure that refiners blenders and importers of gasoline will use enough renewable fuel each year so that this total volume requirement is met. our proposal describes the standard that will apply to these parties and the renewable fuels that qualify for compliance. the regulations would also establish a trading program that would be a critical aspect of the overall program allowing renewable fuels to be used where they are most economical while providing a flexible means for obligated parties to comply with the standard
regulation of fuel and fuel additives gasoline and diesel fuel test methods the environmental protection agency epa is proposing to allow refiners and laboratories to use more current and improved fuel testing procedures with twelve american society for testing and materials astm international analytical test methods. once these test method changes are adopted they will supersede the corresponding earlier versions of these test methods in epas motor vehicle fuel regulations. epa is also proposing to take action to allow an alternative test method for olefins in gasoline
regulation of fuels and fuel additives changes to renewable fuel standard program proposed rule 240 pages english under the clean air act as amended by sections 201 202 and 210 of the energy independence and security act of 2007 the environmental protection agency is required to promulgate regulations implementing changes to the renewable fuel standard program. the revised statutory requirements specify the volumes of cellulosic biofuel biomass-based diesel advanced biofuel and total renewable fuel that must be used in transportation fuel each year with the volumes increasing over time. the revised statutory requirements also include new definitions and criteria for both renewable fuels and the feedstocks used to produce them including new greenhouse gas emission thresholds for renewable fuels.
regulation of fuels and fuel additives 2012 renewable fuel standards 47 pages in english under the clean air act section 211 o the environmental protection agency is required to set the renewable fuel standards each november for the following year. in general the standards are designed to ensure that the applicable volumes of renewable fuel specified in the statute are used. however the statue specifies that epa is to project the volume of cellulosic biofuel production for the upcoming year and must base the cellulosic biofuel standard on that projected volume if it is less than the applicable volume set forth in the act. epa is today proposing a projected cellulosic biofuel volume for 2012 and annual standards for cellulosic biofuel biomass-based diesel advanced biofuel and renewable fuels that would apply to all gasoline and diesel produced or imported in year 2012. in addition todays action proposes an applicable volume of biomass-based diesel that would apply in 2013. this action also presents a number of proposed changes to the rfs2 regulations that are designed to clarify existing provisions and to address several unique circumstances that have come to light since the rfs2 program became effective on 1 july 2010. finally todays rule also proposes to make a minor amendment to the gasoline benzene regulations regarding inclusion of transferred blendstocks in a refinerys early benzene credit generation calculations
regulation of fuels and fuel additives identification of additional qualifying renewable fuel pathways under the renewable fuel standard program 6 pages in english epa is issuing a proposed rule that identifies additional fuel pathways that epa has determined meet the biomass-based diesel advanced biofuel or cellulosic biofuel lifecycle greenhouse gas ghg reduction requirements specified in clean air act section 211 o the renewable fuel standard program as amended by the energy independence and security act of 2007 eisa . this proposed rule describes epas evaluation of biofuels produced from camelina oil energy cane giant reed and napiergrass it also includes an evaluation of renewable gasoline and renewable gasoline blendstocks as well as biodiesel from esterification and clarifies our definition of renewable diesel. this proposed rule adds these pathways to table in regulations as pathways which have been determined to meet one or more of the ghg reduction thresholds specified in caa 211 o and assigns each pathway a corresponding d-code. it allows producers or importers of fuel produced pursuant to these pathways to generate renewable identification numbers rins providing that the fuel meets the other requirements specified in the rfs regulations to qualify it as renewable fuel.
regulation of fuels and fuel additives 2013 biomass-based diesel renewable fuel volume 29 pages english under the clean air act section 211 o the environmental protection agency is required to determine the applicable volume of biomass-based diesel to be used in setting annual percentage standards under the renewable fuel standard program for years after 2012. we proposed an applicable volume requirement for 2013 of 1.28 billion gallons on 1 july 2011. in order to sufficiently evaluate the many comments on the proposal from stakeholders as well as to gather additional information to enhance our analysis we did not finalize this volume requirement in the 9 january 2012 rulemaking setting the 2012 percentage standards. in this action we are finalizing an applicable volume of 1.28 billion gallons of biomass-based diesel for calendar year 2013.
regulation of fuels and fuel additives 2013 renewable fuel standards 26 pages in english under section 211 o of the clean air act the environmental protection agency is required to set the renewable fuel standards each november for the following year. in general the standards are designed to ensure that the applicable volumes of renewable fuel specified in the statute are used. however the statute specifies that epa is to project the volume of cellulosic biofuel production for the upcoming year and must base the cellulosic biofuel standard on that projected volume if it is less than the applicable volume set forth in the act. epa is today proposing a projected cellulosic biofuel volume for 2013 that is below the applicable volume specified in the act. epa is proposing that the applicable volumes of advanced biofuel and total renewable fuel would remain at the statutory levels for 2013. finally todays action also proposes annual percentage standards for cellulosic biofuel biomass-based diesel advanced biofuel and renewable fuels that would apply to all gasoline and diesel produced or imported in year 2013.
rfs renewable identification number rin quality assurance program 61 pages in english under the renewable fuel standard rfs program producers and importers of renewable fuel generate renewable identification numbers rins that are used by petroleum refiners and importers to demonstrate compliance with their renewable fuel volume obligations. several cases of fraudulently generated rins however have led to inefficiencies and a significant reduction in the overall liquidity in the rin market. the result has been greater difficulty for smaller renewable fuel producers to sell their rins. todays action proposes additional regulatory provisions that would promote greater liquidity in the rin market in a way that assures reasonable oversight of rin generation and assures use of the required renewable fuel volumes. the proposal includes a voluntary quality assurance program and related provisions intended to meet these goals. the proposed program also includes elements designed to make it possible to verify the validity of rins for all of 2013. additionally we are proposing a number of new regulatory provisions to ensure that rins are retired for all renewable fuel that is exported and to address rins that become invalid downstream of a renewable fuel producer
regulation of fuels and fuel additives 2013 cellulosic biofuel standard 4 pages in english . prethe environmental protection agency epa is proposing to revise the 2013 cellulosic biofuel standard published on 15 august 2013. this action follows from epa having granted two petitioners requests for reconsideration of the 2013 cellulosic biofuel standard. epa granted reconsideration because one of the two companies that epa expected to produce cellulosic biofuel in 2013 announced soon after epa signed its final rule that it intended to produce substantially lower volumes of cellulosic biofuel in 2013 than it had earlier reported to epa. since the cellulosic biofuel standard was based on epas projection of cellulosic biofuel production in 2013 epa deemed this new information to be of central relevance to the rule warranting reconsideration. on reconsideration epa is directed to base the standard on the lower of projected production of cellulosic fuel in 2013 or the cellulosic biofuel applicable volume set forth in the statute. since data are available to show actual production volumes for 2013 epas projection and proposal are based on actual cellulosic biofuel production in 2013. this action only affects the 2013 cellulosic biofuel standard all other rfs standards remain unchanged. epa is proposing a revised cellulosic biofuel standard of 0.0005 for 2013. in the rules and regulations section of this federal register we are making this same amendment as a direct final rule. if we receive no adverse comment the direct final rule will go into effect and we will not take further action on this proposed rule. pre
modifications to fuel regulations to provide flexibility for e15 modifications to rfs rin market regulations the environmental protection agency epa is proposing regulatory changes to allow gasoline blended with u to 15 percent ethanol to take advantage of the 1-pound per square inch psi reid vapor pressure rvp waiver that currently applies to e10 during the summer months. epa is also proposing an interpretive rulemaking which defines gasoline blended with u to 15 percent ethanol as substantially similar to the fuel used to certify tier 3 motor vehicles. finally epa is proposing regulatory changes to modify certain elements of the renewable fuel standard rfs compliance system in order to improve functioning of the renewable identification number rin market and prevent market manipulation.
regulation of fuel and fuel additives alternative test method for olefins in gasoline the environmental protection agency epa is proposing to allow refiners and laboratories to use an alternative test method for olefin content in gasoline. this proposed rule will provide flexibility to the regulated community by allowing an additional test method for compliance measurement while maintaining environmental benefits achieved from our fuels programs.
diesel fuel requirement sb 759 4 pages english . requires that all diesel fuel sold at retail in missouri on and after 1 april 2010 be a biodiesel-blended fuel
oil and gas and sulfur operations on the outer continental shelf - oil and gas production safety systems 107 pages in english . prethe bureau of safety and environmental enforcement bsee is amending and updating the regulations regarding oil and natural gas production safety on the outer continental shelf ocs by addressing issues such as safety and pollution prevention equipment design and maintenance production safety systems subsurface safety devices and safety device testing. the rule differentiates the requirements for operating dry tree and subsea tree production systems and divides the current bsee regulations regarding oil and gas production safety systems into multiple sections to make the regulations easier to read and understand. the changes in this rule are necessary to improve human safety environmental protection and regulatory oversight of critical equipment involving production safety systems. pre
proposed amendments to air pollution control regulation no. 25 control of volatile organic compounds from cutback and emulsified asphalt revises rules pertaining to the control of volatile organic compounds from cutback and emulsified asphalt. prohibits the use of cutback asphalt. limits the voc content of emulsified asphalt used for road paving maintenance or repair during the ozone season april through september
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naturally-occurring and accelerator-produced radioactive materials the u.s. nuclear regulatory commission nrc has received a petition for rulemaking from matthew mckinley on behalf of the organization of agreement states oas the petitioner dated 14 april 2017 requesting that the nrc revise its regulations to add radionuclides and their corresponding activities to the list of quantities of licensed material requiring labeling. the petition was docketed by the nrc on 21 june 2017 and has been assigned docket no. prm-30-66. the nrc is examining the issues raised in prm-30-66 to determine whether they should be considered in rulemaking. the nrc is requesting public comment on this petition including specifically on the question of what products or technologies other than the germanium-68 generators cited in the petition are being or could be negatively affected because the radioactive materials required for these products or technologies are not currently listed on the table in appendix b of 10 cfr part 30. additionally nrc solicits feedback on whether the petition raises other issues not addressed by questions in the notice about labelling or decommissioning financial assurance for radioactive materials.
an act relating to the sale or distribution of brominated flame retardants s260 3 pages in english bans the manufacture sale distribution or use of products containing certain flame retardants brominated flame retardants
proposed significant new use rules on certain chemical substances 7 pages english epa is proposing significant new use rules snurs under section 5 a 2 of the toxic substances control act tsca for two chemical substances which were the subject of premanufacture notices. the two substances are identified generically as multi-walled carbon nanotubes p-08-177 and single-walled carbon nanotubes p-08-328 . these substances are subject to tsca section 5 e consent orders issued by epa. the consent orders require protective measures to limit exposures or otherwise mitigate the potential unreasonable risk. the proposed snurs on these substances are based on and consistent with the provisions in the underlying consent orders. the proposed snurs designate as a significant new use the absence of the protective measures required in the corresponding consent orders. this action would require persons who intend to manufacture import or process either of these two substances for an activity that is designated as a significant new use by this proposed rule to notify epa at least 90 days before commencing that activity. the required notification would provide epa with the opportunity to evaluate the intended use and if necessary to prohibit or limit that activity before it occurs.
proposed significant new use rule for multi-walled carbon nanotubes 14 pages english epa is proposing a significant new use rule snur under section 5 a 2 of the toxic substances control act tsca for the chemical substance identified generically as multi-walled carbon nanotubes p-08-199 . this action would require persons who intend to manufacture import or process the substance for an activity that is designated as a significant new use by this proposed rule to notify epa at least 90 days before commencing that activity. the required notification would provide epa with the opportunity to evaluate the intended use and if necessary to prohibit or limit that activity before it occurs
national emission standards for hazardous air pollutants for area sources acrylic and modacrylic fibers production carbon black production chemical manufacturing chromium compounds flexible polyurethane foam production and fabrication lead acid battery manufacturing and wood preserving proposed rule 42 pages in english . epa is proposing six national emissions standards for hazardous air pollutants for seven area source categories. the proposed emissions standards and associated requirements for two area source categories flexible polyurethane foam production and flexible polyurethane foam fabrication are combined in one subpart. the proposed emissions standards for new and existing sources are based on epas proposed determination as to what constitutes the generally available control technology or management practices for each area source category
chapter 870 labeling of mercury-added products proposed rule number 2006-p189 4 pages in english this rule establishes the standards for affixing labels to mercury-added products as required under 38 mrsa section 1662 1 . the purpose of this rule is to reduce mercury emissions to the environment through labeling of mercury-added products. product labeling is expected to reduce mercury emissions by enabling consumers and solid waste workers to readily identify the products so they can be properly managed in accordance with the disposal ban under 38 mrsa section 1663 and the source separation requirement under 38 mrsa section 1664
mercury switches in motor vehicles proposed significant new use rule 12 pages in english . epa is proposing a significant new use rule snur under section 5 a 2 of the toxic substances control act tsca for elemental mercury cas no. 7439-97-6 used in convenience light switches anti-lock braking system abs switches and active ride control system switches in certain motor vehicles. this action would require persons who intend to manufacture including import or process mercury for these uses including when mercury is imported or processed as part of an article to notify epa at least 90 days before commencing such activity. epa believes that this action is necessary because manufacturing processing use or disposal of mercury switches may produce significant changes in human and environmental exposures. the required notice would provide epa with the opportunity to evaluate the use of mercury in these switches and if necessary to prohibit or limit such activity before it occurs to prevent unreasonable risk of injury to human health or the environment
draft regulations implementing the massachusetts mercury management act chapter 190 of the acts of 2006 the massachusetts department of environmental protection is proposing regulations that will govern three requirements of the massachusetts mercury management act bans on the sale of certain measuring devices and all switches and relays containing mercury requirements that mercury-added items remaining on the market carry specific labels and prohibitions on both the disposal of mercury-added products and the collection of solid waste containing them
elemental mercury used in flow meters natural gas manometers and pyrometers proposed significant new use rule 8 pages english epa is proposing a significant new use rule snur under section 5 a 2 of the toxic substances control act tsca for elemental mercury cas no. 7439-97-6 for use in flow meters natural gas manometers and pyrometers except for use in these articles when they are in service as of the effective date of the final rule. this action would require persons who intend to manufacture including import or process elemental mercury for an activity that is designated as a significant new use by this proposed rule to notify epa at least 90 days before commencing that activity. persons subject to the provisions of this proposed rule would not be exempt from significant new use reporting if they import into the united states or process elemental mercury as part of an article. the required notification would provide epa with the opportunity to evaluate the intended use and if necessary to prohibit or limit that activity before it occurs
elemental mercury used in barometers manometers hygrometers psychrometers significant new use rule 8 pages in english epa is proposing a significant new use rule snur under section 5 a 2 of the toxic substances control act tsca for elemental mercury for use in barometers manometers and hygrometers psychrometers. this action would require persons who intend to manufacture including import or process elemental mercury for an activity that is designated as a significant new use by this proposed rule to notify epa at least 90 days before commencing that activity. the required notification would provide epa with the opportunity to evaluate the intended use and if necessary to prohibit or limit that activity before it occurs. not included in this proposed snur is mercury use in barometers manometers and hygrometers psychrometers when they are in service as of the publication date of this proposed rule and mercury use in portable battery-powered motor-aspirated psychrometers that contain fewer than seven grams of elemental mercury because they are currently manufactured. for this proposed rule the general snur exemption for persons that import or process chemical substances as part of an article at sec. 721.45 f would not apply.
childrens products containing lead exemptions for certain electronic devices on 14 august 2008 congress enacted the consumer product safety improvement act of 2008 cpsia public law 110-314 122 stat.3016. section 101 of the cpsia provides for specific lead limits in childrens products. section 101 b 2 of the cpsia provides that the lead limits will not apply to any component part of a childrens product that is not accessible to a child through normal and reasonably foreseeable use and abuse. in addition section 101 b 4 of the cpsia provides that if the commission determines that it is not technologically feasible for certain electronic devices to comply with the lead limits the commission must issue requirements by regulation to eliminate or minimize the potential for exposure to and accessibility of lead in such electronic devices and establish a compliance schedule unless the commission determines that full compliance is not technologically feasible. for certain electronic devices for which it is not technologically feasible to meet the lead limits the commission is proposing requirements to eliminate or minimize the potential for exposure and accessibility of lead
significant new use rules on certain chemical substances direct final rule 12 pages english epa is promulgating significant new use rules snurs under section 5 a 2 of the toxic substances control act tsca for 12 chemical substances which were the subject of premanufacture notices pmns . two of these chemical substances are subject to tsca section 5 e consent orders issued by epa. this action requires persons who intend to manufacture import or process any of these 12 chemical substances for an activity that is designated as a significant new use by this rule to notify epa at least 90 days before commencing that activity. the required notification will provide epa with the opportunity to evaluate the intended use and if necessary to prohibit or limit that activity before it occurs
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national emission standards for hazardous air pollutants miscellaneous organic chemical manufacturing 6 pages in english . on10 november 2003 epa promulgated national emission standards for hazardous air pollutants neshap for miscellaneous organic chemical manufacturing under the authority of section 112 of the clean air act caa . this action proposes clarifications to the compliance requirements for flares and the alternative standard which limits the outlet concentration to 20 parts per million. this action proposes an expansion of the scope of the vapor balancing alternative for storage tanks modifications to the procedures for correcting measured concentrations at the outlet of combustion devices to account for supplemental gases and clarification of the signature requirements for the notification of compliance status report. this action also proposes revisions of several referencing and drafting errors. in the rules and regulations section of this federal register we are taking direct final action on the proposed amendments because we view the amendments as noncontroversial and anticipate no adverse comments. we have explained our reasons for the amendments in the preamble to the direct final rule. if we receive no adverse comments we will take no further action on the proposed amendments. if we receive adverse comments we will withdraw only those provisions on which we received significant adverse comments. we will publish a timely withdrawal in the federal register indicating which provisions will become effective and which provisions are being withdrawn. if part or all of the direct final rule in the rules and regulations section of todays federal register is withdrawn all comments pertaining to the withdrawn provisions will be addressed in a subsequent final rule based on the proposed amendments. we will not institute a second comment period before taking the subsequent final action. any parties interested in commenting must do so at this time
hazard communication 10 pages in english . advance notice of proposed rulelmaking anprm . osha other federal agencies and stakeholder representatives have participated in long-term international negotiations to develo a globally harmonized system of classification and labeling of chemicals ghs . the ghs has been adopted by the united nations and there is an international goal for as many countries as possible to implement the ghs by 2008. the ghs includes harmonized provisions for classification of chemicals for their health physical and environmental effects as well as for labels on containers and safety data sheets sds . adoption of the ghs by osha would require modifications to the agencys hazard communication standard hcs . for example an order of information would be established for safety data sheets. in this notice osha is providing further information about the ghs the benefits of adopting it and its potential impact on the hcs. osha is seeking input from the public on a number of issues related to implementation of the ghs. the agency is simultaneously announcing the availability of a new guide on its web site at www.osha.gov that describes the ghs
310 cmr 7.25 universal best available controls for consumer and commercial products 52 pages in english . massachusetts department of environmental protection is proposing to amend the requirements for the control of volatile organic compound emissions in the use of consumer and commercial products as they are defined in title i part d subpart 2 section 183 e 1 b of the federal clean air act. the requirements include volatile organic compound emission standards specific exemptions and requirements for labelling compliance certification and testing. 310 cmr 7.25 1 through 8 contain general provisions and are followed by specific control requirements
notice of proposed rulemaking 212 pages in english the district of columbia is proposing to amend chapter 7 of subtitle a air quality of title 20 environment of the district of columbia municipal regulations dcmr . the proposed rules are necessary to further reduce volatile organic compound voc emissions in the district. the district originally adopted the otc voc model rules in april 2004 and first amended them in december 2004. this proposed rulemaking adds new sections to the voc rules and amends many of the current sections. specifically section 708 is being repealed since all of the standards in that section have been addressed with more detail in sections 753 through 756. in addition this rulemaking proposes new voc standards for certain consumer products new voc standards for adhesives and sealants and adds approximately 39 definitions to section 799
national volatile organic compound emission standards for aerosol coatings proposed rule 41 pages in english proposes a national reactivity-based volatile organic compound voc emissions regulation for the aerosol coatings aerosol spray paints category under section 183 e of the clean air act caa . the proposed standards implement section 183 e of the caa as amended in 1990 which requires the administrator to control voc emissions from certain categories of consumer and commercial products for purposes of minimizing voc emissions contributing to ozone formation and causing non-attainment. this regulation will establish a nationwide reactivity-based standard for aerosol coatings. states have promulgated rules for the aerosol coatings category based upon reductions of voc by mass however the agency believes that a national rule based upon the relative reactivity approach may achieve more reduction in ozone formation than can be achieved by a mass-based approach for this specific product category. epa believes that this rule will better control a products contribution to ozone formation by encouraging the use of less reactive voc ingredients rather than treating all voc in a product alike through the traditional mass-based approach. epa is also proposing to revise epas regulatory definition of voc exempt compounds for purposes of this regulation in order to account for all the reactive compounds in aerosol coatings that contribute to ozone formation. therefore compounds that would not be voc under the otherwise applicable definition will count towards a products reactivity limits under this proposed regulation. the initial listing of product categories and schedule for regulation was published on march 23 1995 60 fr 15264 . this proposed action announces epas final decision to list aerosol coatings for regulation under grou iii of the consumer and commercial product category for which regulations are mandated under section 183 e of the act
control of volatile organic compounds from consumer products. proposed rule number 2007-p155 40 pages in english . the maine department of environmental protection is proposing to adopt amendments to ch. 152 intended to address volatile organic compound voc emissions from consumer products. the proposed amendments will add approximately 18 categories of regulated consumer products and will place limits on certain toxic compounds in some consumer product categories. the amendments also modify the date-coding requirements
notice of intent to adopt regulations and to revise the state implementation plan for air quality 2 pages in english . the state of connecticut intends to limit emissions of volatile organic compounds vocs from the use of adhesives sealants primers and solvents. the proposed regulation achieves voc reductions through sale and manufacture restrictions that limit the voc content of specified adhesives sealants and primers sold in the state of connecticut and use restrictions that apply primarily to commercial industrial operations. all interested persons are invited to comment on the proposal
testing of certain high production volume chemicals second grou of chemicals proposed rule 30 pages in english . epa is proposing a test rule under section 4 a 1 b of the toxic substances control act tsca to require manufacturers importers and processors of nineteen high production volume hpv chemical substances to conduct testing to obtain screening level data for health and environmental effects and chemical fate
polychlorinated biphenyls pcbs reassessment of use authorizations 23 pages in english epa is issuing an anprm for the use and distribution in commerce of certain classes of pcbs and pcb items and certain other areas of the pcb regulations under the toxic substances control act tsca . epa is reassessing its tsca pcb use and distribution in commerce regulations to address the use distribution in commerce marking and storage for reuse of liquid pcbs in electric and non-electric equipment the use of the 50 parts per million ppm level for excluded pcb products the use of non-liquid pcbs the use and distribution in commerce of pcbs in porous surfaces and the marking of pcb articles in use. also in this document epa is also reassessing the definitions of excluded manufacturing process quantifiable level level of detection and recycled pcbs. epa is soliciting comments on these and other areas of the pcb use regulations. epa is not soliciting comments on the pcb disposal regulations in this document
protection of stratospheric ozone minor amendments to the regulations implementing the allowance system for controlling hcfc production import and export 5 pages in english . epa is proposing to amend the current regulations governing the production and trade of certain ozone-depleting substances to address issues concerning the export of previously imported material heels the exemption allowance petition process for hcfc-141b for military and space vehicle applications and the definition for importer. we are proposing these minor adjustments to our regulations in response to requests from the regulated community to ensure equitable treatment of stakeholders and to reduce burden where the integrity of the requirements can still be sufficiently maintained. these proposed amendments appear in the rules and regulations section of this federal register as a direct final rule
labeling of certain household products containing methylene chloride supplemental guidance the halogenated solvents industry alliance petitioned the consumer product safety commission to amend its 1987 policy statement regarding the labeling of certain products containing methylene chloride to address acute hazards from inhaling methylene chloride vapors in addition to the chronic hazards addressed in the policy statement. in this document the commission updates the 1987 policy statement to provide guidance regarding the labeling to warn of acute hazards associated with paint strippers containing methylene chloride.
trichloroethylene tce regulation of use in vapor degreasing under tsca section 6 a 30 pages in english . pretrichloroethylene tce is a volatile organic compound widely used in industrial and commercial processes and has some limited uses in consumer and commercial products. epa identified significant health risks associated with tce use in vapour degreasing and epas proposed determination is that these risks are unreasonable risks. to address these unreasonable risks epa is proposing under section 6 of the toxic substances control act tsca to prohibit the manufacture including import processing and distribution in commerce of tce for use in vapour degreasing to prohibit commercial use of tce in vapour degreasing to require manufacturers processors and distributors except for retailers of tce for any use to provide downstream notification of these prohibitions throughout the supply chain and to require limited recordkeeping. pre
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addition of diisononyl phthalate category community right-to-know toxic chemical release reporting notice of data availability 4 pages in english . on 5 september 2000 epa issued a proposed rule in response to a petition filed under section 313 e 1 of the emergency planning and community right-to-know act epcra to add a diisononyl phthalate dinp category to the list of toxic chemicals subject to the reporting requirements under epcra section 313 and section 6607 of the pollution prevention act ppa . epa proposed to add this chemical category to the epcra section 313 toxic chemical list pursuant to its authority to add chemicals and chemical categories because epa believes this category meets the epcra section 313 d 2 b toxicity criterion. the purpose of todays action is to inform interested parties that in an effort to ensure adequate opportunities for input from all affected parties epa is making available for public comment a revised hazard assessment for dinp
significant new use rules on certain chemical substances epa is promulgating significant new use rules snurs under section 5 a 2 of the toxic substances control act tsca for 23 chemical substances which were the subject of premanufacture notices pmns . four of these chemical substances are subject to tsca section 5 e consent orders issued by epa. this action requires persons who intend to manufacture import or process any of these 23 chemical substances for an activity that is designated as a significant new use by this rule to notify epa at least 90 days before commencing that activity. the required notification will provide epa with the opportunity to evaluate the intended use and if necessary to prohibit or limit that activity before it occurs.
an act relating to phthalates in products for young children s261 2 pages in english . prohibits the use of phthalates in toys and baby products
phthalates and bisphenol-a - prohibitions - toys and child care articles hb56 3 pages in english . prohibits the manufacture sale or distribution of specified toys or child care articles containing bisphenol-a or specified phthalates requiring a person to use the least toxic alternative and prohibiting a person from using specified carcinogens or specified reproductive toxicants when complying with the act providing for a penalty defining terms etc
lead-containing products hb62 7 pages in english . prohibits the manufacture sale offer for sale importation or distribution of specified lead-containing childrens products or lead-adulterated consumable products
california assembly bill ab 1108 2 pages in english . as of 1 january 2009 the state of california will prohibit the manufacture sale or distribution in commerce of certain toys and child care articles if those products contain types of phthalates in concentrations exceeding 1 10 of 1 . manufacturers would be required to use the least toxic alternative when replacing phthalates in their products and would be prohibited from replacing phthalates with certain carcinogens and reproductive toxicants
plant-incorporated protectants potential revisions to current production regulations 4 pages in english . epa is considering amendments to the current pesticide establishment and production regulations promulgated under the federal insecticide fungicide and rodenticide act fifra and to other related fifra regulations as needed for producers of pips. pips are pesticidal substances that are intended to be produced and used in a living plant or the produce thereof and the genetic material necessary for the production of such a pesticidal substance and also include any inert ingredient contained in the plant or the produce thereof. given these characteristics it is possible that pips may not be produced in the manner contemplated when the current establishment and production regulations were promulgated for other types of pesticide. in this anprm the agency provides a list of the general regulatory provisions applicable to pips that epa is considering amending and solicits public comment on the completeness of the list and the scope of any potential changes to these regulations
exemption from the requirement of a tolerance under the federal food drug and cosmetic act for residues of plant virus coat proteins that are part of a plant-incorporated protectant pvc-proteins supplemental proposal 21 pages in english . epa is proposing to exempt from the federal food drug and cosmetic act ffdca section 408 requirement of a tolerance residues of coat proteins from viruses that naturally infect plants that humans consume when such coat proteins are produced in living plants as part of a plant-incorporated protectant pip and the criteria proposed for this exemption are met. epa believes there is a reasonable certainty that no harm will result from aggregate exposure to such residues including all anticipated dietary exposures and all other exposures for which there is reliable information. this proposed exemption would eliminate the need to establish a maximum permissible level in food for these residues
exemption under the federal insecticide fungicide and rodenticide act for certain plant-incorporated protectants derived from plant viral coat protein genes pvcp-pips supplemental proposal 52 pages in english . epa is proposing to exempt from federal insecticide fungicide and rodenticide act fifra requirements plant-incorporated protectants derived from plant viral coat protein genes pvcp-pips when the pvcp-pip meets specified criteria. epa is proposing this exemption because the agency believes that the pvcp-pips covered by this exemption would be of a character which is unnecessary to be subject to fifra in order to carry out the purposes of the act
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food labeling health claims calcium and osteoporosis and calcium vitamin d and osteoporosis 23 pages in english . the food and drug administration fda is proposing to amend the regulation authorizing a health claim on the relationshi between calcium and a reduced risk of osteoporosis to include vitamin d so that in addition to claims for calcium and osteoporosis additional claims can be made for calcium and vitamin d and osteoporosis
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national emission standards for pharmaceuticals production 3 pages in english on 21 september 1998 epa promulgated national emission standards for pharmaceuticals production 40 cfr part 63 subpart ggg . this action proposes to amend the national emission standards for pharmaceuticals production to include provisions for planned routine maintenance of wastewater tanks and alternative monitoring for condensers and scrubbers. the proposed amendments also reference general standards for containers. in the rules and regulations section of this federal register we are taking direct final action on the proposed amendments because we view the amendments as noncontroversial and anticipate no adverse comments. we have explained our reasons for the amendments in the preamble to the direct final rule. if we receive no adverse comments we will take no further action on the proposed amendments. if we receive adverse comments we will withdraw those provisions on which we received adverse comments. we will publish a timely withdrawal in the federal register indicating which provisions will become effective and which provisions are being withdrawn. if part or all of the direct final rule in the rules and regulations section of todays federal register is withdrawn all comments pertaining to those provisions will be addressed in a subsequent final rule based on the proposed amendments. we will not institute a second comment period on the subsequent final action. any parties interested in commenting must do so at this time
cold cough allergy bronchodilator and antiasthmatic drug products for over-the-counter human use proposed amendment of monograph for over-the-counter bronchodilator drug products 12 pages in english . the food and drug administration fda is proposing to amend the final monograph fm for over-the-counter otc bronchodilator drug products to add additional warnings e.g. an asthma alert and to revise the indications warnings and directions in the labeling of products containing the ingredients ephedrine ephedrine hydrochloride ephedrine sulfate epinephrine epinephrine bitartrate racephedrine hydrochloride and racepinephrine hydrochloride. this proposed rule is part of fdas ongoing review of otc drug products
cold cough allergy bronchodilator and antiasthmatic drug products for over-the-counter human use proposed amendment of the tentative final monograph for combination drug products 6 pages in english . the food and drug administration fda is proposing to amend the tentative final monograph tfm for over-the-counter otc cough-cold combination drug products to remove the combination of an oral bronchodilator products containing ephedrine or its salts and an expectorant and to reclassify this combination drug product as category ii not generally recognized as safe and effective for otc use . fda is also proposing to classify the combination of an oral bronchodilator and an oral nasal decongestant as category ii. fda is issuing this notice of proposed rulemaking after considering data and information on the appropriateness of these combination drug products to treat mild asthma. elsewhere in this issue of the federal register fda is proposing to amend the final monograph fm for otc bronchodilator drug products to require additional labeling for all ingredients included in the fm. these proposed rules are part of fdas ongoing review of otc drug products
amendment to the current good manufacturing practice regulations for finished pharmaceuticals companion document to the direct final rule 4 pages in english . the food and drug administration fda has published a companion proposed rule to the direct final rule a257.g.akamaitech.net 7 257 2422 01jan20071800 edocket.access.gpo.gov 2007 e7-23294.htm which amends certain sections of the regulations as the first phase of an incremental approach to modifying the current good manufacturing practice cgmp regulations for finished pharmaceuticals
revisions to labeling and storage requirements for blood and blood components including source plasma 11pages in english the fda is proposing to revise the labeling and storage requirements for certain human blood and blood components including source plasma by combining simplifying and updating specific regulations applicable to container labeling and instruction circulars and the shipping and storage temperatures for frozen noncellular blood components. this proposed rule would facilitate the use of a labeling system using machine-readable information that would be acceptable as a replacement for the abccodabar system for labeling blood and blood components. fda is taking this action as part of its blood initiative to comprehensively review and as necessary revise its regulations policies guidances and procedures related to the licensing and regulation of blood products. this proposed rule is intended to hel ensure the continued safety of the blood supply and to hel ensure consistency in container labeling and storage temperatures
requirements for human blood and blood components intended for transfusion or for further manufacturing use proposed rule 30 pages in english . the food and drug administration fda proposes to revise and update the regulations applicable to blood and blood components including source plasma and source leukocytes to add donor requirements that are consistent with current practices in the blood industry and to more closely align the regulations with current fda recommendations
amendments to sterility test requirements for biological products the food and drug administration fda proposes to amend the sterility test requirements for biological products. this proposed rule is intended to provide manufacturers of biological products greater flexibility and to encourage use of the most appropriate and state-of- the-art test methods for assuring the safety of biological products. we are taking this action as part of our continuing effort to review and as necessary update the biologics regulations.
toll-free number for reporting adverse events on labeling for human drug products 19 pages in english the food and drug administration fda is proposing to amend its regulations governing the format and content of labeling for human drug products for which an application is approved under section 505 of the federal food drug and cosmetic act the act 21 u.s.c. 355 . the proposed rule would require the addition of a statement that includes a toll-free number and advises that the number is to be used only for reporting side effects and is not intended for medical advice the side effects statement . when finalized this rule will bring fda regulations into compliance with provisions of the best pharmaceuticals for children act the bpca
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dandruff seborrheic dermatitis and psoriasis drug products containing coal tar and menthol for over the counter human use proposed amendment to the monograph 4 pages in english the food and drug administration fda is issuing a proposed rule to amend the final monograph fm for over-the-counter otc dandruff seborrheic dermatitis and psoriasis drug products to include the combination of 1.8 percent coal tar solution and 1.5 percent menthol in a shampoo drug product to control dandruff. fda is issuing this proposed rule after considering information submitted in a citizen petition. this proposal is part of fdas ongoing review of otc drug products
phenylpropanolamine-containing drug products for over-the-counter human use tentative final monograph 10 pages in english the food and drug administration fda is issuing a notice of proposed rulemaking notice for over-the-counter otc nasal decongestant and weight control drug products containing phenylpropanolamine preparations. this proposed rule reclassifies phenylpropanolamine preparations from their previously proposed monograph status category i for these uses to nonmonograph category ii status based on safety concerns. fda is issuing this proposed rule after considering new data and information on the safety of phenylpropanolamine as part of its ongoing review of otc drug products
listing of colour additives exempt from certification food drug and cosmetic labelling cochineal extract and carmine declaration 12 pages in english the food and drug administration fda we is proposing to revise its requirements for cochineal extract and carmine by requiring their declaration on the label of all food and cosmetic products that contain these colour additives. the proposed rule responds to reports of severe allergic reactions including anaphylaxis to cochineal extract and carmine-containing food and cosmetics and would allow consumers who are allergic to these colour additives to identify and thus avoid products that contain these colour additives. this proposed action also responds in part to a citizen petition submitted by the centre for science in the public interest cspi . with regard to drug products fda plans to initiate rulemaking to implement the food and drug administration modernization act of 1997 fdama pub. l.105-115 provisions that require declaration of inactive ingredients for drugs. the fdama provisions have already been implemented for over-the-counter otc drugs
human subject protection foreign clinical studies not conducted under an investigational new drug application 9 pages in english the food and drug administration fda is proposing to revise its regulations on its acceptance of foreign clinical studies not conducted under an investigational new drug application ind as support for an ind or marketing application for a drug or biological product. we are proposing to replace the requirement that such studies be conducted in accordance with ethical principles stated in the declaration of helsinki declaration with a requirement that the studies be conducted in accordance with good clinical practice gcp including review and approval by an independent ethics committee iec . the proposed rule is intended to update the standards for the acceptance of non ind foreign studies and to hel ensure the quality and integrity of data obtained from such studies
requirements for foreign and domestic establishment registration and listing for human drugs including drugs that are regulated under a biologics license application and animal drugs proposed rule 82 pages in english . the food and drug administration fda is proposing to amend its regulations governing drug establishment registration and drug listing. the proposed revisions would reorganize consolidate clarify and modify current regulations concerning who must register establishments and list human drugs human drugs that are also biological products including vaccines and allergenic products and or human cells tissues and cellular and tissue-based products hct ps and animal drugs. the proposal describes when and how to register and list and what information must be submitted for registration and listing. in addition the proposal would make certain changes to the national drug code ndc system and would require the appropriate ndc number to appear on the labels for drugs subject to the listing requirements. the proposed regulations generally would require the electronic submission of all registration and most listing information. we fda rely on establishment registration and drug listing information for administering many of our programs such as postmarketing surveillance including fda inspections bioterrorism drug shortages and availability and user fee assessments. we are taking this action to use the latest technology to improve our registration and listing system which would further our goal of protecting the public health. we also believe that the conversion to an electronic system would make the registration and listing processes more efficient and effective for industry and us. we are also taking this action to support the implementation of for example the electronic prescribing provisions of the medicare prescription drug improvement and modernization act our rulemaking requiring a bar code on certain drug products and the dailymed initiative
over-the-counter human drugs labelling requirements 9 pages in english . the food and drug administration fda is proposing to amend its final rule that established standardized format and content requirements for the labelling of over-the-counter otc drug products drug facts rule codified at 21 cfr 201.66 . this amendment proposes a definition and the option of alternative labeling requirements for convenience-size otc drug packages
food labelling nutrition labelling of dietary supplements on a per day basis 8 pages english final rule the food and drug administration fda has amended the nutrition labeling regulations for dietary supplements to provide that the quantitative amount and the percent of daily value of a dietary ingredient may be voluntarily presented on a per day basis in addition to the required per serving basis when a recommendation is made on the label that the dietary supplement be consumed more than once per day. this final rule responds to a citizen petition requesting that fda amend our dietary supplement nutrition labeling regulations to include this provision. fda is taking this action to give manufacturers of dietary supplements the option to present nutrition information on a per day basis to consumers
internal analgesic antipyretic and anti-rheumatic drug products for over-the-counter human use proposed amendment of the tentative final monograph required warnings and other labelling. 42 pages english the food and drug administration fda is proposing to amend its over-the-counter otc labelling regulations and the tentative final monograph tfm for otc internal analgesic antipyretic and anti-rheumatic iaaa drug products to include new warnings and other labelling requirements advising consumers about potential risks and when to consult a doctor. fda is also proposing to remove the alcohol warning in its regulations and add new warnings and other labelling for all otc iaaa drug products. the new labelling would be required for all otc drug products containing an iaaa active ingredient whether marketed under an otc drug monograph or an approved new drug application nda . fda is issuing this proposal as part of its ongoing review of otc drug products after considering the advice of its nonprescription drugs advisory committee ndac and other available information. fda is proposing these labelling changes because it has tentatively concluded they are necessary for these ingredients to be considered generally recognized as safe and effective and not misbranded for otc use
prescription drug products containing acetaminophen actions to reduce liver injury from unintentional overdose description of content the food and drug administration fda is taking steps to reduce the maximum dosage unit strength of acetaminophen in prescription drug products. this change will provide an increased margin of safety to hel prevent liver damage due to acetaminophen overdosing a serious public health problem. this notice explains the reasons for the reduction in dosage unit strength and describes how fda is implementing it for approved prescription drug products that exceed the new maximum tablet or capsule strength. fda is also requiring safety labeling changes including a new boxed warning for acetaminophen-containing prescription drug products to address new safety information about the risk of liver damage. note sponsors of approved prescription drug products containing more than 325 milligrams mg of acetaminophen have until 14 january 2014 to request that fda withdraw approval of the products application after which they may be subject to action by fda.
skin bleaching drug products for over-the-counter human use proposed rule 9 pages in english . the food and drug administration fda is issuing a notice of proposed rulemaking that would establish that over-the-counter otc skin bleaching drug products are not generally recognized as safe and effective grase and are misbranded. fda is also withdrawing the previous proposed rule on skin bleaching drug products for otc human use which was issued in the form of a tentative final monograph tfm . fda is issuing this proposed rule after considering new data and information on the safety of hydroquinone the only active ingredient that had been proposed for inclusion in a monograph for these products. this proposal is part of fdas ongoing review of otc drug products. further upon issuance of a final rule fda intends to consider all skin bleaching drug products whether currently marketed on a prescription or otc basis to be new drugs requiring an approved new drug application nda for continued marketing
current good manufacturing practice requirements for combination products proposed rule 9 pages english the food and drug administration fda or agency proposes to codify the current good manufacturing practice cgmp requirements applicable to combination products. this proposed rule is intended to promote the public health by clarifying which cgmp requirements apply when drugs devices and biological products are combined to create a combination product. in addition the proposed rule sets forth a transparent and streamlined regulatory framework for firms to use when demonstrating compliance with cgmp requirements for single-entity and co-packaged combination products
general and plastic surgery devices reclassification of the tissue adhesive for topical approximation of skin device 4 pages in english . the food and drug administration fda is proposing to reclassify the device tissue adhesive for the topical approximation of skin from class iii premarket approval into class ii special controls . tissue adhesives for non-topical uses would remain in class iii and continue to require premarket approval applications pmas . fda is proposing this reclassification in accordance with the federal food drug and cosmetic act
ca 18835 2008 proposed rule protection of trade secrets title 3 ccr division 4 chapter 1 article 1 sections 2300 2300.1 2300.2 2300.3 5 pages in english . amends rules concerning the protection of trade secrets. describes the circumstances when specific information on product composition is required and specifies the required information on product composition. describes how manufactures can designate information to be considered as trade secrets
fertilizing materials 4 pages in english establishes conditions when a fertilizing material is considered an organic input material requiring labeling and registration mandates a laboratory analysis to be included with a product label during registration under specified circumstances and clarifies sampling and recordkeeping requirements
labeling requirements for fertilizer 3 pages in english . pertains to labeling requirements requirements for sales from bulk storage facilities and mislabeled fertilizer.
combe inc. filing of color additive petition 1 page in english . the food and drug administration fda invites public comment on the petition proposing that the color additive regulations be amended to increase the permitted use level of bismuth citrate as a color additive in cosmetics intended for hair coloring products on the scalp
volatile organic compounds vocs in architectural and industrial maintenance aim coatings architectural and industrial maintenance aim coatings commonly referred to as paints release volatile organic compounds vocs into the atmosphere. voc content is regulated in part 205 for 52 coating categories. the major revisions to this proposal are to reduce the voc limit on 12 coating categories create voc limits for 12 additional coating categories eliminate 15 coating categories and eliminate the quart exemption. this proposal applies to any person who supplies sells offers for sale or manufactures architectural coatings for use in the state of new york.
air plan approval me control of volatile organic compound emissions from fiberglass boat manufacturing and surface coating facilities 2 pages in english prethe environmental protection agency epa is proposing to approve state implementation plan sip revisions submitted by the state of maine. these revisions establish reasonably available control technology ract requirements for reducing volatile organic compound voc emissions from fiberglass boat manufacturing and surface coating operations. the intended effect of this action is to approve these requirements into the maine sip. this action is being taken in accordance with the clean air act. pre
federal motor vehicle safety standards glazing materials 45 pages english nhtsa is issuing this nprm as part of the agencys ongoing effort to harmonize vehicle safety standards under the economic commission for europe 1998 agreement. following a vote in favor of establishing a global technical regulation gtr on automotive glazing we are initiating the process for considering adoption of the gtr. the changes proposed in this nprm to the federal motor vehicle safety standard on glazing materials would better harmonize u.s. regulatory requirements with those of other industrialized countries by modernizing the test procedures for tempered glass laminated glass and glass-plastic glazing used in front and rear windshields and side windows. we believe that most of the changes in this proposal would constitute minor amendments that would harmonize differing measurements and performance requirements for similar test procedures. many of the tests in the gtr are substantially similar to tests currently included in federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 205. we believe that the most significant improvements proposed in the gtr include an upgraded fragmentation test designed to better test the tempering of curved tempered glass and a new procedure for testing an optical property of the windshield at the angle of installation to better reflect real world driving conditions than the current procedure used in standard no. 205. comments are requested on whether these and the other provisions of the gtr are suited for adoption into the federal glazing standard.
review of the dust-lead hazard standards and the definition of lead-based paint addressing childhood lead exposure is a priority for epa. as part of epas efforts to reduce childhood lead exposure epa evaluated the current dust-lead hazard standards dlhs and the definition of lead-based paint lbp . based on this evaluation epa is proposing to lower the dlhs from 40 mug ft2 and 250 mug ft2 to 10 mug ft2 and 100 mug ft2 on floors and window sills respectively. epa is proposing no changes to the current definition of lbp due to insufficient information to support such a change.
methylene chloride commercial paint and coating removal training certification and limited access program under the toxic substances control act tsca epa has the authority to apply a suite of regulatory tools to address unreasonable risks from chemical substances including authority to regulate the distribution in commerce for a particular use and to regulate any manner or method of commercial use to the extent necessary so that the chemical substance no longer presents unreasonable risk. epa is issuing an advance notice of proposed rulemaking anprm to solicit public input on training certification and limited access requirements that could address any unreasonable risks that epa could potentially find to be presented by methylene chloride when used for commercial paint and coating removal. such a program could allow access to paint and coating removal products containing methylene chloride only to commercial users who are certified as properly trained to engage in use practices that do not present unreasonable risks.
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listing of color additives subject to certification dc black no. 3 4 pages in english . the food and drug administration fda is amending the colour additive regulations to provide for the safe use of dc black no. 3 bone black subject to fda batch certification as a colour additive in eyeliner eye shadow mascara and face powder. this rule is effective 20 july 2007. submit written or electronic objections and requests for a hearing by 19 july 2007
sun chemical corp. filing of color additive petition the food and drug administration fda is announcing that sun chemical corp. has filed a petition proposing that the color additive regulations for dc red no. 6 and dc red no. 7 be amended by replacing the current specification for ether-soluble matter with a maximum limit of 0.015 percent for the recently identified impurity 1- 4-methylphenyl azo-2-naphthalenol.
insect repellent-sunscreen drug products for over-the-counter human use 4 pages in english the food and drug administration fda is seeking information to formulate a regulatory position on insect repellent products that contain over-the-counter otc sunscreen ingredients. fda is considering amending its monograph for otc sunscreen drug products the regulation that establishes conditions under which these drug products are generally recognized as safe and effective and not misbranded to add conditions for marketing insect repellent-sunscreen drug products. the insect repellent ingredients in these products are regulated by the environmental protection agency epa . elsewhere in this issue of the federal register is a companion document in which epa is also requesting information and comments on these products. the decision on what regulations if any to propose will be based in part on information and comments submitted in response to this request for data and information
sunscreen drug products for over-the-counter human use proposed amendment of final monograph proposed rule 54 pages in english . the food and drug administration fda is issuing a proposed rule that would amend the final monograph fm for over-the-counter otc sunscreen drug products as part of fdas ongoing review of otc drug products. this amendment addresses formulation labelling and testing requirements for both ultraviolet b uvb and ultraviolet a uva radiation protection. fda proposes to add combinations of avobenzone with zinc oxide and avobenzone with ensulizole as permitted combinations of active sunscreen ingredients in the fm. fda is issuing this proposed rule after considering public comments and new data and information that have come to fdas attention. this rule proposes to lift the stays of 21 cfr 347.20 d and 21 cfr part 352 when fda publishes a final rule based on this proposed rule
california air resources board notice of public hearing to consider adoption of proposed amendments to the california consumer products regulations 3 pages in english the proposed regulatory action would amend the existing consumer products regulation by adding and modifying product category definitions and by establishing new voc limits for 16 product categories. for some of the categories separate voc limits are specified for different product forms. most of the new or modified voc limits would become effective on 31 december 2008. the remainder would become effective on 31 december 2010. in addition various other modifications and clarifications are proposed to the existing regulatory language. these include amending several definitions amending the voc limit of nail polish remover and reevaluating the voc limit effective date and category definition for electronic cleaner. a number of minor changes are also proposed to various regulatory provisions in order to correct errors or improve clarity. in addition an amendment is proposed to section 94523 exemptions of the aerosol coatings regulation. this amendment would clarify that several product categories are exempt from regulation under the aerosol coatings regulation. the proposed regulatory action would also prohibit the use of three toxic air contaminants methylenechloride perchloroethylene and trichloroethylene in the regulations on bathroom and tile cleaner construction panel and floor covering adhesive general purpose cleaner and oven cleaner. in addition to the proposed actions described above the board may consider whether to exempt tertiarybutylacetate tbac from the definition of volatile organic compound. the board may also consider whether an exemption for this compound should be accompanied by provisions limiting or prohibiting its use in consumer products
proposed amendments to the california consumer products regulations 73 pages in english . the california air resources board proposes to amend the california rules concerning volatile organic compound voc emissions from consumer products. adds and modifies product category definitions and establishes new or lower voc limits for multiple categories. reduces the use of compounds with high global warming potential in pressurized gas duster products. proposes to exclude hydrofluoroether 7200 from the voc definition based on its negligible impacts on ground-level ozone formation. prohibits the use of toxic air contaminants methylene chloride perchloroethylene and trichloroethylene in carpet upholstery cleaners fabric protectants multi-purpose lubricants penetrants sealants caulking compounds and spot removers
proposed changes to 6 nycrr part 235 consumer products amends rule to address volatile organic compound voc limits for 11 new consumer products categories and revisions for one existing category covers chemically formulated products used by household and institutional consumers including detergents cleaning compounds polishes floor finishes cosmetics personal care products home lawn and garden products disinfectants sanitizers aerosol paints and automotive specialty products includes aerosol adhesives including aerosol adhesives used for consumer industrial or commercial uses
phosphous in dishwashng detergent h822 6 pages in english . bans the use of phosphorus in detergents for household dishwashing machines
protection of stratospheric ozone listing of substitutes for ozone-depleting substances--n-propyl bromide in adhesives coatings and aerosols 40 pages in english . the epa proposes to list n-propyl bromide npb as an unacceptable substitute for methyl chloroform chlorofluorocarbon cfc -113 and hydrochlorofluorocarbon hcfc -141b when used in adhesives or in aerosol solvents because npb in these end uses poses unacceptable risks to human health when compared with other substitutes that are available. in addition epa takes comment on alternate options that would find npb acceptable subject to use conditions in adhesives or in aerosol solvents. this action also proposes to list npb as acceptable subject to use conditions as a substitute for methyl chloroform cfc-113 and hydrochlorofluorocarbon hcfc -141b in the coatings end use. this proposal supersedes epas proposal of 3 june 2003 on the acceptability of npb as a substitute for ozone-depleting substances for aerosols and adhesives
proposed amendments to air pollution control regulation no. 44 control of volatile organic compounds from adhesives and sealants revises rules pertaining to the control of volatile organic compounds from adhesives and sealants. limits the voc content of 40 categories of adhesive and sealant products
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hazardous materials regulations combustible liquids advance notice of proposed rulemaking anprm 8 pages english phmsa is considering amendments to the hazardous materials regulations hmr as they apply to the transportation of combustible liquids. specifically we are considering whether to harmonize the domestic regulations applicable to the transportation of combustible liquids with international transportation standards. in addition we are examining ways to revise clarify or relax certain regulatory requirements to facilitate the transportation of these materials while maintaining an adequate level of safety. the intent of this anprm is to invite public comments on how to accomplish these goals provide an opportunity for comment on amendments phmsa is considering and present a forum for the public to offer additional recommendations for the safe transportation of combustible liquids
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amendment to fireworks safety standards advance notice of proposed rulemaking request for comments and information 3 pages in english . the commission is considering whether there may be a need to update and strengthen its regulation of fireworks devices. his advance notice of proposed rulemaking anpr initiates a rulemaking proceeding under the federal hazardous substances act fhsa . the commission is soliciting written comments concerning the risks of injury associated with fireworks that do not comply with the current fireworks device regulations the regulatory options discussed in this notice other possible ways to address these risks and the economic impacts of the various regulatory alternatives. the commission also invites interested persons to submit an existing standard or a statement of intent to modify or develo a voluntary standard to address the risk of injury described in this notice. see also commissioner thomas h. moore filed a statement which is available from the office of the secretary or on the commissions website at www.cpsc.gov
amendments to fireworks regulations 23 pages in english . prethe consumer product safety commission commission or cpsc proposes to amend its regulations regarding fireworks devices under the federal hazardous substances act. the proposed amendments are based on the commissions review of its existing fireworks regulations the current fireworks market changes in technology existing fireworks standards and safety issues associated with fireworks devices. the proposed amendments would create new requirements and modify or clarify existing requirements. some of the proposed revisions would align with existing fireworks standards or codify the commissions existing testing practices. the commission believes that the proposed requirements would improve consumer safety by codifying limits test procedures and requirements that would reduce the risk of injury to consumers and clarifying existing requirements to promote compliance. pre
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safer consumer product alternatives english 31 pages the department of toxic substances control dtsc proposes to add chapter 55 to division 4.5 of title 22 california code of regulations and to amend the table of contents. these proposed additions pertain to identification and prioritization of chemicals of concern in consumer products evaluation of their alternatives and regulatory responses for selected alternatives
standards for pesticide containers and containment 3 pages in english on february 11 1994 epa published a proposed rule in the federal register proposing container design and residue removal requirements for refillable and non-refillable pesticide containers and standards for pesticide containment structures 59 fr 6712 . subsequently epa issued a supplemental notice in the federal register partially reopening the comment period on several specific issues 64 fr 56918 october21 1999 . because significant time has passed since the publication of the proposed rule and the supplemental notice epa believes it is appropriate to reopen the comment period prior to preparing a final rule. specifically epa is reopening the comment period to obtain public input on the proposed requirements which would not have been available or could not have been addressed at the time of either the notice of proposed rulemaking in 1994 or the supplemental notice in 1999. epa is reopening the comment period for the following proposed rule to solicit public input on issues or technology relating to the proposed requirements that would not have been available or could not have been addressed in comments submitted during previous public comment opportunities
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alachlor carbaryl diazinon disulfoton pirimiphos-methyl and vinclozolin proposed tolerance revocations 6 pages in english . this document proposes to revoke specific tolerances for residues of the herbicide alachlor insecticides carbaryl diazinon disulfoton and pirimiphos-methyl and fungicide vinclozolin. some of these specific tolerances correspond to commodities either no longer considered to be significant livestock feed items or which have registration restrictions against feeding to livestock. other tolerances are associated with food registrations that epa cancelled or for which the agency deleted food uses following requests for voluntary cancellation or use deletion by the registrants. epa expects to determine whether any individuals or groups want to support these tolerances. the regulatory actions proposed in this document contribute toward the agencys tolerance reassessment requirements of the federal food drug and cosmetic act ffdca section 408 q as amended by the food quality protection act fqpa of 1996. by law epa is required by august 2006 to reassess the tolerances in existence on august 2 1996. the regulatory actions proposed in this document pertain to the proposed revocation of 15 tolerances and tolerance exemptions of which 9 would be counted as tolerance reassessments toward the august 2006 review deadline
inert ingredients proposal to revoke pesticide tolerance exemptions for three cfc chemicals 2 pages in english . epa is proposing to revoke exemptions from the requirement of a tolerance for three inert ingredients dichlorodifluoromethane dichlorotetrafluoroethane and trichlorofluoromethane because these substances are no longer in active federal insecticide fungicide and rodenticide act fifra pesticide product registrations and or their use in pesticide products sold in the u.s. has been prohibited under the clean air act for over a decade by epas ban on the sale or distribution or offer for sale or distribution in interstate commerce of certain nonessential products that contain or are manufactured with ozone depleting compounds. these ingredients are subject to reassessment by august 2006 under section 408 q of the federal food drug and cosmetic act ffdca as amended by the food quality protection act of 1996 fqpa . upon the issuance of the final rule revoking the tolerance exemptions five tolerances will be counted as reassessed for purposes of ffdcas section 408 q
aminopyridine ammonia chloropicrin diazinon dihydro-5-heptyl-2 3h -furanone dihydro-5-pentyl-2 3h -furanone and vinclozolin proposed tolerance actions 7 pages in english this document proposes to revoke specific tolerances and tolerance exemptions for residues of the bird repellent 4-aminopyridine fungicides ammonia and vinclozolin and insecticides chloropicrin diazinon dihydro-5-heptyl-2 3h -furanone and dihydro-5-pentyl-2 3h -furanone. epa canceled food use registrations or deleted food uses from registrations following requests for voluntary cancellation or use deletion by the registrants or non-payment of registration maintenance fees. epa expects to determine whether any individuals or groups want to support these tolerances. the regulatory actions proposed in this document contribute toward the agencys tolerance reassessment requirements under the federal food drug and cosmetic act ffdca section 408 q as amended by the food quality protection act fqpa of 1996. by law epa is required by august 2006 to reassess the tolerances that were in existence on 2august 1996. the regulatory actions proposed in this document pertain to the proposed revocation of 39 tolerances and tolerance exemptions of which 33 would be counted as tolerance reassessments toward the august 2006 review deadline
inert ingredients proposal to revoke 34 pesticide tolerance exemptions for 31 chemicals 5pages inenglish . epa is proposing to revoke 34 exemptions from the requirement of a tolerance that are associated with 31 inert ingredients because these substances are no longer contained in active federal insecticide fungicide and rodenticide act fifra pesticide product registrations. these ingredients are subject to reassessment by august 2006 under section 408 q of the federal food drug and cosmetic act ffdca as amended by the food quality protection act of 1996 fqpa . upon the issuance of the final rule revoking the tolerance exemptions the 34 tolerance exemptions will be counted as reassessed for purposes of ffdcas section 408 q
pesticides procedural regulations for registration review 25 pages in english the food quality protection act fqpa of 1996 amended the federal insecticide fungicide and rodenticide act fifra to require periodic review of pesticide registrations to ensure that over time they continue to meet statutory standards for registration. fifra section 3 g specifies that epa establish procedural regulations for conducting registration review and the goal of the regulations shall be agency review of pesticide registrations on a 15 year cycle. this proposal describes the agencys proposed approach to the registration review program. the proposed regulation is intended to ensure continued review of pesticides using procedures that provide for public participation and transparency in an efficient manner
protection of stratospheric ozone the 2006 critical use exemption from the phaseout of methyl bromide proposed rule 25 pages in english . epa is proposing an exemption to the phaseout of methyl bromide production and import for 2006 critical uses. specifically epa is proposing uses that will qualify for the 2006 critical use exemption and the amount of methyl bromide that may be produced imported or made available from stocks for those uses in 2006. epas action is taken under the authority of the clean air act and reflects recent consensus decisions taken by the parties to the montreal protocol on substances that deplete the ozone layer protocol at the 16th meeting of the parties mop and the 2nd extraordinary meeting of the parties exmop . epa is seeking comment on both the list of critical uses and on epas determination of the amounts of methyl bromide needed to satisfy those uses
pesticides revisions to tolerance exemptions for polymers 7 pages in english . epa is proposing to remove the molecular weight limitations from the tolerance exemption expression for certain polymeric substances codified in40cfr180.960. these exemptions from the requirement of a tolerance were established based on the polymers meeting the criteria established by the agency in 40 cfr 723.250 which define a low risk polymer. the agency is acting on its own initiative
benzaldehyde captafol hexaconazole paraformaldehyde sodium dimethyldithiocarbamate and tetradifon proposed tolerance actions 5 pages in english epa is proposing to revoke specific tolerances and tolerance exemptions for residues of the insecticides paraformaldehyde and tetradifon fungicides captafol hexaconazole and sodium dimethyldithiocarbamate and bee repellant benzaldehyde. epa canceled food use registrations or deleted food uses from registrations following requests for voluntary cancellation or use deletion by the registrants or non-payment of registration maintenance fees. also stakeholders have withdrawn their support for import tolerances for captafol and hexaconazole. epa expects to determine whether any individuals or groups want to support these tolerances. the regulatory actions proposed in this document contribute toward the agencys tolerance reassessment requirements under the federal food drug and cosmetic act ffdca section 408 q as amended by the food quality protection act fqpa of 1996. by law epa is required by august 2006 to reassess the tolerances that were in existence on 2 august 1996. the regulatory actions proposed in this document pertain to the proposed revocation of 39 tolerances and tolerance exemptions of which 38 would be counted as tolerance reassessments toward the august 2006 review deadline
premanufacture notification exemption for polymers amendment of polymer exemption rule to exclude certain perfluorinated polymers 22 pages inenglish epa is proposing to amend the polymer exemption rule which provides an exemption from the premanufacture notification pmn requirements of the toxic substances control act tsca to exclude from eligibility polymers containing as an integral part of their composition except as impurities certain perfluoroalkyl moieties consisting of a cf3- or longer chain length. this proposed exclusion includes polymers that contain any one or more of the following perfluoroalkyl sulfonates pfas perfluoroalkyl carboxylates pfac fluorotelomers or perfluoroalkyl moieties that are covalently bound to either a carbon or sulfur atom where the carbon or sulfur atom is an integral part of the polymer molecule. if finalized as proposed any person who intends to manufacture or import any of these polymers not already on the tsca inventory would have to complete the tsca premanufacture review process prior to commencing the manufacture or import of such polymers. epa believes this proposed change to the current regulation is necessary because based on recent information epa can no longer conclude that these polymers will not present an unreasonable risk to human health or the environment which is the determination necessary to support an exemption under tsca such as the polymer exemption rule
pesticides data requirements for biochemical and microbial pesticides 47 pages in english epa is proposing to update and revise its data requirements for the registration of microbial and biochemical pesticide products to reflect current scientific knowledge. these proposed revisions are intended to provide epa with data and other information necessary to support the registration of a biochemical and microbial pesticide product and will improve the agencys ability to make regulatory decisions about the human health and environmental effects of these pesticide products. epa is also proposing to update the definitions of a biochemical pesticide and a microbial pesticide to more accurately describe these categories of pesticides and to make a conforming change to the definition of microbial pesticide. epa is announcing its policy to provide assistance to applicants when needed in determining what data are appropriate to support registration of a biochemical or microbial pesticide and encouraging applicants to request pre-submission meetings to discuss these data issues. epa is announcing its intent to provide assistance to applicants in some narrow circumstances in preparation of an applicants data waiver
mono- and bis- 1h 1h 2h 2h- perfluoroalkyl phosphates where the alkyl grou is even numbered and in the c6-c12 range proposed revocation of pesticide inert ingredient tolerance exemption 5 pages english . this document proposes to revoke under the federal food drug and cosmetic act ffdca section 408 e 1 the existing exemption from the requirement of a tolerance for residues of the inert ingredient mono- and bis- 1h 1h 2h 2h- perfluoroalkyl phosphates where the alkyl grou is even numbered and in the c6-c12 range under 40 cfr 180.920 because epa cannot determine that it meets the safety requirements of ffdca section 408 b 2 . the regulatory action proposed in this document contributes toward the agencys tolerance reassessment requirements under ffdca section 408 q as amended by the food quality protection act fqpa of 1996. by law epa is required by august 2006 to reassess the tolerances that were in existence on 2 august1996. the regulatory action proposed in this document pertains to the proposed revocation of 1 tolerance which would be counted as tolerance reassessment toward the august 2006 review deadline
proposed revocation of significant new use rules on certain chemical substances 4 pages in english . epa is proposing to revoke significant new use rules snurs promulgated under section 5 a 2 of the toxic substances control act tsca for four chemical substances. the snur for the chemical substance covered by premanufacture notice pmn p-98-475 designated certain activities as significant new uses based on concerns identified in a corresponding tsca section 5 e consent order for that chemical substance and pursuant to 40 cfr 721.160. for the chemical substances covered by pmns p-98-1043 p-99-0467 and p-01-71 epa issued non-5 e snurs i.e. snurs on substances that are not subject to tsca section 5 e consent orders designating certain activities as significant new uses based on the concern criteria in 40 cfr 721.170 b . epa has received and reviewed new information and test data for each of the chemical substances and proposes to revoke the snurs pursuant to 40 cfr 721.185
2 3 5 6-tetrachloro-2 5-cyclohexadiene-1 4-dione proposed significant new use of a chemical substance 2 pages in english . the epa is reopening the public comment period for a proposed significant new use rule snur published in the federal register of 12 may 1993 58 fr 27980 for the chemical chloranil 2 3 5 6-tetrachloro-2 5-cyclohexadiene-1 4-dione . epa is planning to complete this rulemaking by issuing a final rule. given the long period of time which has passed since epa issued the proposed rule epa is reopening the comment period. this will provide an opportunity for commenters to update their comments and for additional commenters to contribute to the docket before epa develops a final rule
protection of stratospheric ozone the 2008 critical use exemption from the phaseout of methyl bromide proposed rule 26 pages in english . epa is proposing an exemption to the phaseout of methyl bromide to meet the needs of 2008 critical uses. specifically epa is proposing uses that qualify for the 2008 critical use exemption and the amount of methyl bromide that may be produced imported or supplied from existing stocks for those uses in 2008. epa is taking action under the authority of the clean air act to reflect recent consensus decisions taken by the parties to the montreal protocol on substances that deplete the ozone layer protocol at the 18th meeting of the parties mop . epa is seeking comment on the list of critical uses and on epas determination of the amounts of methyl bromide needed to satisfy those uses
declaration of prion as a pest under fifra and amendment of epas regulatory definition of pests to include prion epa proposes to declare a prion i.e. proteinaceous infectious particle a pest under the federal insecticide fungicide and rodenticide act fifra and to amend its regulations to expressly include prion within the regulatory definition of pest. epa currently considers a prion to be a pest under fifra so a product intended to reduce the infectivity of any prion on inanimate surfaces i.e. a prion-related product is considered to be a pesticide and regulated as such. any company seeking to distribute or sell a pesticide product regulated under fifra must obtain a section 3 registration section 24 c registration or a section 18 emergency exemption before it can be distributed or sold in the united states. this proposed rule would codify the agencys current interpretation of fifra and provides interested parties the opportunity to comment about how it is adding prion to the list of pests in the regulatory definition of pest. this amendment together with the formal declaration that a prion is a pest will eliminate any confusion about the status of prion-related products under fifra. codifying the agencys current interpretation of fifra will not change the manner in which epa currently regulates prion-related products under fifra sections 3 24 c and 18. regulating prion-related products under fifra is appropriate for protecting human health and the environment against unreasonable adverse effects and ensuring that such products are effective.
labeling requirements for pesticides and devices receipt of request to require pesticide products to be labeled in english and spanish this notice is to advise the public that the migrant clinicians network and other farm worker interest groups have petitioned epa to require all pesticide labels be available in both english and spanish. the agency is taking public comment on the request before responding to the petitioners
labeling requirements for pesticides and devices pesticides regulation to clarify labeling of pesticides for export epa is proposing to revise the regulations on labeling of pesticides and devices intended for export. internal review of the regulations revealed that the current regulations needed clarification and restructuring to increase understandability and ease of use
pesticides microbial pesticide definitions and applicability clarification and availability of draft test guideline for comment as promulgated epas regulations distinguish isolates and strains in a confusing and non-obvious manner. this has resulted in significant uncertainty within the regulated industry. this proposed rule addresses this problem by proposing new regulatory language that clarifies the requirements applicable to new strains that are considered to be new active ingredients under the federal insecticide fungicide and rodenticide act fifra . epa is also soliciting comment on a draft microbial pesticide test guideline explaining the deposition of a sample in a nationally recognized culture collection data requirement for comment. the revisions proposed in this rule also include several other minor corrections to words and references. the changes should enhance the ability of industry to efficiently manage their microbial pesticide registration submissions
carbofuran proposed tolerance revocations proposed rule 30 pages english epa is proposing to revoke all tolerances for carbofuran
federal motor vehicle safety standards motor vehicle brake fluids 5 pages in english this document proposes technical modifications in two of the tests included in the standard on brake fluids i.e. the evaporation test and the corrosion test. this document also requests comments concerning retention of the evaporation test. a committee of the society of automotive engineers which originally developed the test recently voted to delete the test from its standard on brake fluid. while the administration has tentatively concluded that the test should remain in our standard we are requesting comments on that issue
federal motor vehicle safety standards motor vehicle brake fluids 8 pages english this nprm proposes to amend fmvss no. 116 motor vehicle brake fluids so that brake fluids would be tested with ethylene propylene and diene terpolymer epdm rubber as this type of rubber is increasingly being used in brake fluid seals. this nprm also updates references to standards issued by the society of automotive engineers sae and the american society for materials and testing astm no substantive changes to the standard would be made by these updates and corrects minor errors in the standard
an act to amend tennessee code annotated title 68 chapter 131 part 1 relative to hazardous substances sb2399 2 pages in english . requires all antifreeze containing at least 10 percent ethylene glycol to contain and be labelled with a bittering agent
antifreeze and engine coolant 3 pages english requires a bittering agent be added to certain engine coolants and antifreeze to render it unpalatable
an act to amend the general business law in relation to the sale of engine coolant and antifreeze a 3638 2 pages in english requires that any engine coolant or antifreeze that contains more than ten percent ethylene glycol shall only be sold if it contains 30 ppm of denatonium benzoate as a bittering agent to render it unpalatable
antifreeze 5 pages in english the proposed rules are amended to correct punctuation on a statutory cite amend definitions to include language requested by the office of administrative rules update and clarify definitions to match the language used in oac chapters 15 25 and 26 revise applicability of this chapter to include all entities subject to the requirements of chapter 16 rules outline and detail the authority of the pstd pertaining to enforcing antifreeze amend the rules to set forth the specific requirements for an application to sell antifreeze correct rule citations and outline the guidelines for obtaining antifreeze permits.
protection of stratospheric ozone extension of global laboratory and analytical use exemption for essential class i ozone depleting substances 6 pages in english . epa is proposing to extend the global laboratory and analytical use exemption for production and import of class i ozone depleting substances from 31december 2005 to 31 december 2007 consistent with recent actions by the parties to the montreal protocol on substances that deplete the ozone layer. the exemption allows persons in the united states to produce and import controlled substances for laboratory and analytical uses that have not been already identified by epa as nonessential. epa also is proposing to clarify the applicability of the laboratory and analytical use exemption to production and import of methyl bromide after the 1 january 2005 phaseout date
protection of stratospheric ozone listing of ozone depleting substitutes in foam blowing 9 pages in english today the environmental protection agency epa is proposing to determine that hcfc-22 and hcfc-142b are unacceptable for use in the foam sector under the significant new alternatives policy snap program under section 612 of the clean air act. the snap program reviews alternatives to class i and class ii ozone depleting substances and approves use of alternatives which do not present a greater risk to public health and the environment than the substance they replace or than other available substitutes. specifically epa is taking two actions. first in response to a court decision upholding a challenge to epas july 2002 final rule finding hcfc-22 and hcfc-142b acceptable subject to narrowed use limits in three foam end uses we are proposing to find hcfc-22 and hcfc-142b unacceptable as substitutes for hcfc-141b in the foam end uses of commercial refrigeration sandwich panels slabstock and other foams. second in the july 2002 final rule epa withdrew a proposed action to find hcfc-22 and hcfc-142b unacceptable as substitutes for cfcs in all foam end uses. we are now issuing a new proposal to find hcfc-22 and hcfc-142b unacceptable as substitutes for cfcs in all foam end uses
national emission standards for hazardous air pollutants surface coating of automobiles and light-duty trucks national emission standards for hazardous air pollutants for surface coating of plastic parts and products 3 pages in english . epa is proposing to amend the national emission standards for hazardous air pollutants surface coating of automobiles and light-duty trucks automobiles and light-duty trucks neshap to clarify the interaction between the automobiles and light-duty trucks neshap and the national emission standards for hazardous air pollutants for surface coating of plastic parts and products plastic parts neshap to clarify the meaning of certain regulatory provisions and to correct certain errors identified in the regulatory text. epa is also proposing to amend the plastic parts neshap to clarify that screen printing is not subject to that rule
use of lead free pipes fittings fixtures solder and flux for drinking water 21 pages in english the environmental protection agency epa proposes to make conforming changes to existing drinking water regulations based on the reduction of lead in drinking water act of 2011 rldwa and the community fire safety act of 2013 cfsa . section 1417 of the safe drinking water act sdwa prohibits the use and introduction into commerce of certain plumbing products that are not lead free. the rldwa revised the definition of lead free to lower the allowable maximum lead content from 8.0 percent to a weighted average of 0.25 percent of the wetted surfaces of plumbing products and established a statutory method for calculating lead content. in addition the rldwa created exemptions from the lead free requirements for plumbing products that are used exclusively for nonpotable services as well as for other specified products. the cfsa further amended section 1417 to exempt fire hydrants from these requirements.epa proposes to establish new requirements to assure that individuals purchasing installing or inspecting potable water systems can identify lead free plumbing materials. specifically epa proposes to establish labeling requirements to differentiate plumbing products that meet the lead free requirements from those that are exempt from the lead free requirements and to require manufacturers to certify compliance with the lead free requirements. these proposed requirements would reduce inadvertent use of non-lead free plumbing products in potable use applications and consequently reduce exposure to lead in drinking water and associated adverse health effects.
third party testing for certain childrens products notice of requirements for accreditation of third party conformity assessment bodies to assess conformity with part 1508 part 1509 and or part 1511 of title 16 code of federal regulations 3 pages english sets forth requirements for accreditation of third party conformity assessment bodies to assess conformity with part 1508 part 1509 and or part 1511 of title 16 code of federal regulations pertaining to full-size baby cribs 16 cfr part 1508 non-full-size baby cribs 16 cfr part 1509 and or for pacifiers 16 cfr part 1511 . each manufacturer including the importer or private labeller of cribs and or pacifiers subject to those regulations must have products manufactured more than 90 days after the federal register publication date of this notice tested by a laboratory accredited to do so and must issue a certificate of compliance with the applicable regulations based on that testing
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third party testing for certain childrens products vinyl plastic film requirements for accreditation of third party conformity assessment bodies 4 pages english the consumer product safety commission cpsc or commission is issuing a notice of requirements that provides the criteria and process for commission acceptance of accreditation of third party conformity assessment bodies for testing pursuant to the cpsc regulations under the flammable fabrics act relating to vinyl plastic film. the commission is issuing this notice of requirements pursuant to the consumer product safety act cpsa . effective date the requirements for accreditation of third party conformity assessment bodies to assess conformity with 16 cfr part 1611 are effective upon publication of this document in the federal register.
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tire fuel efficiency consumer information program this document proposes a broad new consumer information program for replacement tires to inform consumers about the effect of tires on fuel efficiency safety and durability. this consumer information program would implement a national tire fuel efficiency rating system for replacement tires with the information provided to consumers at the point of sale and online. fuel efficiency ratings are expected to inform consumers so that they will be better informed about replacement tire performance. this consumer information program seeks to enhance energy security and reduce costs by improving fuel economy. information would also be provided about safety and durability
federal motor vehicle safety standards new pneumatic and certain specialty tires 6 pages english this nprm proposes to amend federal motor vehicle safety standard fmvss no. 109 new pneumatic and certain specialty tires to change the test pressure for the physical dimensions test for t-type tires temporary use spare tires from 52 pounds per square inch psi to 60 psi. a 60-psi test pressure for the physical dimensions test would marginally increase the stringency of the test while harmonizing fmvss no. 109 with international and voluntary consensus standards. this nprm responds to a petition for rulemaking from the tire rim association.
federal motor vehicle safety standards new pneumatic tires for motor vehicles with a gvwr of more than 4 536 kilograms 10 000 pounds and motorcycles 29 pages english this nprm proposes to upgrade federal motor vehicle safety standard fmvss no. 119 which specifies requirements for new truck tires. we propose to amend fmvss no. 119 to adopt more stringent endurance test requirements and a new high speed test for several heavy load range tires for vehicles with gross vehicle weight rating gvwr of more than 4 536 kilograms 10 000 pounds . we are also proposing that fmvss no. 119 require that the tire sidewall be labeled with the tires maximum speed rating
federal motor vehicle safety standards tire selection and rims 9 pages in english this document proposes to amend federal motor vehicle safety standard fmvss no. 110 to make it clear that special trailer st tires are permitted to be installed on new trailers with a gross vehicle weight rating gvwr of 4 536 kg 10 000 lbs. or less. it also proposes to exclude these trailers from a vehicle testing requirement that a tire must be retained on its rim when subjected to a sudden loss of tire pressure when brought to a controlled sto from 97 km h 60 mph . after careful review the agency believes that these two revisions are appropriate and would not result in any degradation of motor vehicle safety
consumer information uniform tire quality grading standards 5 pages in english . prethe uniform tire quality grading standards utqgs contain detailed testing procedures for generating consumer information about the treadwear traction and temperature resistance of passenger car tires. to ensure the uniformity of treadwear grades the grading procedures specify a 400-mile test course located near san angelo texas. two or four-vehicle convoys equipped with candidate tires travel along this course to evaluate the tire treadwear performance. because flooding is currently affecting several water crossings along a portion of the test course nhtsa is issuing this interim final rule to add an alternate treadwear test course route to avoid the inaccessible portions of the course. this change will not compromise the reliability of the treadwear grades and will not impose or relax any substantive requirements or burdens on manufacturers. although the addition of the alternative course route is effective immediately in order to benefit from comments which interested parties and the public may have the agency is requesting that comments be submitted to the docket for this rule. following the close of the comment period the agency will publish a document responding to the comments and if appropriate the agency will amend the provisions of this rule. pre
tire identification and recordkeeping 8 pages in english prethe tire identification number tin which must appear on virtually all new and retreaded motor vehicle tires sold in the united states plays an important role in identifying which tires are subject to recall and remedy campaigns for safety defects and noncompliances. this document proposes two amendments to the tin. first because nhtsa is running out of two-symbol codes to identify new tire plants nhtsa is proposing to expand the first portion of the tin known as the manufacturer identifier from two symbols to three for manufacturers of new tires. this amendment would substantially increase the number of unique combinations of characters that can be used to identify individual manufacturers of new tires. second nhtsa is proposing to standardize the length of the tire identification number to eliminate confusion that could arise from the variable length of tire identification numbers. this nprm would standardize the length of the tin at 13 symbols for new tires and 7 symbols for retreaded tires making it easier to identify a tin from which a symbol is missing. pre
obstetrical and gynecological devices designation of special control for condom and condom with spermicidal lubricant 16 pages english the food and drug administration fda is proposing to amend the classification regulations for condoms and condoms with spermicidal lubricant containing nonoxynol-9 condoms with spermicidal lubricant to designate a special control for natural rubber latex latex condoms with and without spermicidal lubricant. fda is proposing the draft guidance document entitled class ii special controls guidance document labeling for male condoms made of natural rubber latex as the special control that the agency believes will hel provide a reasonable assurance of the safety and effectiveness of the devices. elsewhere in this issue of the federal register fda is announcing a notice of availability of the draft special controls guidance document for public comment
rules and regulations under the wool products labeling act of 1939 11 pages in english . prebased on comments received in response to its advance notice of proposed rulemaking the federal trade commission the commission or ftc proposes amending its rules and regulations under the wool products labeling act of 1939 wool rules or rules to conform to the requirements of the wool suit fabric labeling fairness and international standards conforming act which revised the labeling requirements for cashmere and certain other wool products and align with the proposed amended rules and regulations under the textile fiber products identification act textile rules . the commission seeks comment on these proposals and several other issues. pre
plastic containers h233 2 pages in english sets labelling requirements for plastic containers
guides for select leather and imitation leather products the federal trade commission ftc or commission requests public comments on its guides for select leather and imitation leather products leather guides or guides . the commission is soliciting the comments as part of the commissions systematic review of all current commission regulations and guides.
guides for select leather and imitation leather products 2 pages in english . the federal trade commission ftc is requesting public comments on its guides for select leather and imitation leather products leather guides . the ftc is soliciting comments as part of its systematic review of all current ftc regulations and guides
regulations under the fur products labeling act 13 pages english the federal trade commission proposes to amend its regulations under the fur products labeling act to update its fur products name guide provide more labeling flexibility incorporate recently enacted truth in fur labeling act provisions and eliminate unnecessary requirements. the commission does not propose changing or providing alternatives to the required name on labels for nyctereutes procyonoides fur products. the commission also does not propose changing the rules product coverage scope or continuing guaranty provisions
fur product labelling act in english the state of new york has amended the new york state general business law in relation to selling and manufacturing of fur-bearing articles of clothing. the law prohibits any person firm partnershi or corporation from knowingly importing for profit selling at retail offering for sale at retail or manufacturing articles of clothing which include or have attached in any quantity and of any value fur that is not labelled as being faux fur or real fur or is incorrectly labelled
standards of inspection sampling and analyses mo 17931 2008 1 page in english . updates rules regarding the required standards of inspection sampling and analyses of treated wood products
branding of treated timber mo 17932 2008 1 page in english updates rules regarding the requirement for branding treated timber products
standards for treated timber mo 17929 2008 1 page in english . updates rules regarding the required standards to be used by anyone selling or offering for sale treated timber products
airborne toxic control measure to reduce formaldehyde emissions from composite wood products 6 pages in english the california air resources board will conduct a public hearing on 26 april 2007 to consider the adoption of a proposed airborne toxic control measure atcm to reduce formaldehyde emissions from composite wood products. this proposed atcm would reduce the publics exposure to formaldehyde by reducing emissions from hardwood plywood hwpw particle board pb and medium density fiberboard mdf . the atcm would also apply to finished goods made from these materials. if adopted manufacturers will be required to meet new stringent formaldehyde emission standards for hwpw pb and mdf sold offered for sale supplied or manufactured for use in california. the proposed atcm applies to manufacturers distributors importers fabricators and retailers that sell offer for sale or supply hwpw pb and mdf panels or finished goods for use in california
formaldehyde emissions from pressed wood products notice of proposed rulemaking the epa is initiating a proceeding to investigate whether and what type of regulatory or other action might be appropriate to protect against risks posed by formaldehyde emitted from these and other pressed wood products. this document commences that proceeding by describing epas initial steps in that investigation and requesting comment information and data relating to formaldehyde emissions from pressed wood products. this document also announces five public meetings that epa has scheduled in order to obtain additional stakeholder input.
proposed voluntary product standard 20-15 american softwood lumber standard the national institute of standards and technology nist is soliciting public comment on a proposed revision to voluntary product standard ps 20-15 american softwood lumber standard. this standard prepared by the american lumber standard committee serves the procurement and regulatory needs of numerous federal state and local government agencies by providing for uniform industry-wide grade- marking and inspection requirements for softwood lumber. the implementation of the standard also allows for uniform labeling and auditing of treated wood and wood packaging materials. as part of a five-year review process nist is seeking public comment and invites interested parties to review the revised standard and submit comments.
proposed voluntary product standard 1-09 structural plywood the national institute of standards and technology nist is soliciting public comment on a proposed revision to voluntary product standard ps 1-09 structural plywood. the standard prepared by the committee for ps 1 establishes requirements for those who choose to adhere to the standard for the principal types and grades of structural plywood and provides a basis for common understanding among producers distributors and users of the product. this standard covers the wood species veneer grading adhesive bonds panel construction and workmanship dimensions and tolerances marking moisture content and packaging of structural plywood intended for construction and industrial uses.
proposed voluntary product standard 2-10 performance standard for wood-based structural-use panels the national institute of standards and technology nist is soliciting public comment on a proposed revision to voluntary product standard ps 2-10 performance standard for wood-based structural-use panels. the standard prepared by the standing committee for ps 2 establishes requirements for those who choose to adhere to the standard for the structural criteria to assess the acceptability of wood-based structural-use panels for construction sheathing and single- floor applications. it also provides a basis for common understanding among the producers distributors and the users of these products. interested parties are invited to review the proposed standard and submit comments to nist.
amendments to california code of regulations title 5 regarding textbook weight standards 2 pages in english . the california department of education will hold a public hearing on 9 july 2007 to consider adoption of regulations to implement the maximum textbook weight standards. the following maximum weight standards are in effect for each student textbook in elementary and secondary schools 1 grades k-4 three pounds 2 grades 5-8 four pounds 3 grades 9-12 five pounds
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proposed technical amendment to the flammability standards for carpets and rugs 1 page in english . this document provides interested persons the opportunity for the oral presentation or written submissions regarding the proposed technical amendment to the flammability standards for carpets and rugs. the commission proposes to amend the flammability standards for carpets and rugs to remove the reference to eli lilly company product no. 1588 in catalog no. 79 1 december 1969 as the standard ignition source and provide a technical specification defining the ignition source. the proposed specification for the standard ignition source is a timed burning tablet consisting of essentially pure methenamine with a nominal heat of combustion value of 7180 calories gram a mass of 150 mg -5 mg flat and a nominal diameter of 6 mm. an immediate effective date is also recommended
textile fibre products identification act rules and regulations 2 pages english . the federal trade commission ftc invites comments on proposed amendments to the rules and regulations under the textile fibre products identification act
third party testing for certain childrens products carpets and rugs requirements for accreditation of third party conformity assessment bodies 4 pages english the consumer product safety commission cpsc or commission is issuing a notice of requirements that provides the criteria and process for commission acceptance of accreditation of third party conformity assessment bodies for testing pursuant to the cpsc regulations relating to carpets and rugs. the commission is issuing this notice of requirements pursuant to the consumer product safety act cpsa . the requirements for accreditation of third party conformity assessment bodies to assess conformity with 16 cfr parts 1630 and or 1631 are effective upon publication of this document in the federal register.
rules and regulations under the textile fiber products identification act 5 pages english the commission systematically reviews all its rules and guides to ensure that they continue to achieve their intended purpose without unduly burdening commerce. as part of this systematic review the commission requests public comment on the overall costs benefits necessity and regulatory and economic impact of the ftcs rules and regulations pursuant to the textile fiber products identification act. the commission specifically requests comment on whether it should modify the provision addressing generic fiber names so that the reference to the international standard for manufactured fibers reflects the updated standard clarify the provisions addressing textile products containing elastic material and trimmings address the use of multiple languages in making required disclosures clarify disclosure requirements applicable to written advertising including internet advertising clarify or revise the list of exclusions from the textile fiber products identification act add or clarify definitions of terms set forth in the rules and modify its consumer and business education materials and continue printing paper copies of these materials. in addition the commission seeks comment on the benefits and costs of the requirement of the textile fiber products identification act that under certain circumstances businesses use identification issued by the ftc and the extent to which retailers obtain guarantees and continuing guarantees for textile products and whether the extent or manner of importation indicates that the guarantee provisions of the act and rules should be modified
standard for the flammability of clothing textiles 26 pages in english . the consumer product safety commission cpsc is proposing to amend its flammability standard of general wearing apparel the standard for the flammability of clothing textiles 16 cfr part 1610. the standard originally issued in 1953 has become outdated in several respects. the commission is proposing changes to better reflect current consumer practices and technologies and to clarify several aspects of the standard
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determination that childrens upper outerwear in sizes 2t to 12 with neck or hood drawstrings and childrens upper outerwear in sizes 2t to 16 with certain waist or bottom drawstrings are a substantial product hazard 8 pages english the consumer product safety commission cpsc or commission is proposing a rule to specify that childrens upper outerwear garments in sizes 2t to 12 or the equivalent that have neck or hood drawstrings and in sizes 2t to 16 or the equivalent that have waist or bottom drawstrings that do not meet specified criteria have characteristics that constitute substantial product hazards. items of childrens upper outerwear with these features have been involved in a number of deaths and serious injuries from entanglement of the drawstrings with items such as playground slides cribs and school buses. the proposed rule would enhance understanding in the industry about how the commission views such garments and would facilitate the process of obtaining the appropriate corrective action when such garments are found in commerce.
corded window coverings request for comments and information 24 pages in english prethe consumer product safety commission the commission or cpsc has reason to believe that certain cords on window coverings may present an unreasonable risk of injury to young children. this advance notice of proposed rulemaking anpr initiates a rulemaking proceeding under the consumer product safety act cpsa . we invite comments concerning the risk of injury associated with corded window coverings the regulatory alternatives discussed in this notice the costs to achieve each regulatory alternative the effect of each alternative on the safety cost utility and availability of window coverings and other possible ways to address the risk of strangulation posed to young children by window covering cords. we also invite interested persons to submit an existing standard or a statement of intent to modify or develo a voluntary standard to address the risk of injury described in this notice. pre
personal flotation devices labeling and standards 9 pages in english . prethe coast guard proposes to remove references to type codes in its regulations on the carriage and labeling of coast guard-approved personal flotation devices pfds . pfd type codes are unique to coast guard approval and are not well understood by the public. removing these type codes from our regulations would facilitate future incorporation by reference of new industry consensus standards for pfd labeling that will more effectively convey safety information and is a ste toward harmonization of our regulations with pfd requirements in canada and in other countries. pre
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federal motor vehicle safety standards motorcycle helmets 18 pages english nhtsa is proposing to amend the federal motor vehicle safety standard fmvss no. 218 motorcycle helmets. the proposed amendments adopt additional requirements and revise existing requirements to reduce misleading labeling of novelty helmets that creates the impression that uncertified noncompliant helmets have been properly certified as compliant. other amendments specify a quasi-static load application rate for the helmet retention system revise the impact attenuation test by specifying test velocity and tolerance limits and remove the dro height requirement provide tolerances for the helmet conditioning specifications revise requirements for size labeling and location of the dot symbol correct figures 7 and 8 in the standard and update the reference in s7.1.9 to sae recommended practice j211
19 virginia administrative code vac 30-200-10 approved helmets for all-terrain vehicles and mopeds 1 page in english sets forth the specifications for helmets approved for use by operators of all-terrain vehicles and when required by local ordinance operators of mopeds
coal mine dust personal monitors the mine safety and health administration msha and the national institute for occupational safety and health niosh will hold a public hearing on the proposed rule to revise existing requirements to approve sampling devices that monitor miner exposure to respirable coal mine dust. the proposal would establish criteria for the approval of a new type of technology the continuous personal dust monitor cpdm which would be worn by the miner and would report exposure to dust levels continuously during the shift. in addition the proposal would update application requirements for the existing coal mine dust personal sampler unit cmdpsu to reflect improvements in this sampler over the past 15 years. this rulemaking is limited to approval requirements and does not address requirements concerning how sampling devices must be used to determine compliance e.g. who when and how often to sample. those requirements are addressed in existing 30 cfr parts 70 71 and 90. msha is also clarifying its intent that the text in proposed sec. 74.7 f 2 be accordance with the specific test defined in iec 61000-4-6
national emission standards for hazardous air pollutants asphalt processing and asphalt roofing manufacturing 2 pages in english . the epa is proposing amendments to the national emission standards for hazardous air pollutants neshap for asphalt processing and asphalt roofing manufacturing which were issued on april 29 2003 under section 112 of the clean air act caa . this action proposes to correct minor errors and add a clarifying exemption inadvertently omitted in the final rule. in the rules and regulations section of this federal register we are taking direct final action on the proposed amendments because we view the amendments as noncontroversial and we anticipate no significant adverse comments. we have explained our reasons for the proposed amendments in the preamble to the direct final rule. if we receive no significant adverse comments we will take no further action on the proposed amendments. if we receive significant adverse comments we will withdraw only those provisions on which we received significant adverse comments. we will publish a timely withdrawal in the federal register indicating which provisions will become effective and which provisions are being withdrawn. if part or all of the direct final rule amendments in the rules and regulations section of this federal register are withdrawn all comments pertaining to those provisions will be addressed in a subsequent final action based on the proposed amendments. we will not institute a second comment period on the subsequent final action. any parties interested in commenting must do so at this time. the regulatory text for the proposal is identical to that for the direct final rule published in the rules and regulations section of this federal register. for further supplementary information see the direct final rule
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federal motor vehicle safety standards windshield zone intrusion 4 pages english proposes to rescind federal motor vehicle safety standard fmvss no. 219 windshield zone intrusion
federal motor vehicle safety standard rearview mirrors federal motor vehicle safety standard low-speed vehicles phase-in reporting requirements proposed rule 66 pages english description of content the cameron gulbransen kids transportation safety act of 2007 directs nhtsa to issue a final rule amending the agencys federal motor vehicle safety standard on rearview mirrors to improve the ability of a driver to detect pedestrians in the area immediately behind his or her vehicle and thereby minimize the likelihood of a vehicles striking a pedestrian while its driver is backing the vehicle. pursuant to this mandate nhtsa is proposing to expand the required field of view for all passenger cars trucks multipurpose passenger vehicles buses and low-speed vehicles rated at 10 000 pounds or less gross vehicle weight. specifically nhtsa is proposing to specify an area immediately behind each vehicle that the driver must be able to see when the vehicles transmission is in reverse. it appears that in the near term the only technology available with the ability to comply with this proposal would be a rear visibility system that includes a rear-mounted video camera and an in-vehicle visual display. adoption of this proposal would significantly reduce fatalities and injuries caused by backover crashes involving children persons with disabilities the elderly and other pedestrians. in light of the difficulty of effectively addressing of the backover safety problem through technologies other than camera systems and given the differences in the effectiveness and cost of the available technologies we developed several alternatives that compared to the proposal offer less but at least in one case still substantial benefits and do so at reduced cost. we seek comment on those alternatives and on other possible ways to achieve the statutory objective and meet the statutory requirements at lower cost.
federal motor vehicle safety standard rearview mirrors. advance notice of proposed rulemaking anprm 44 pages in english initiates rulemaking to amend federal motor vehicle safety standard fmvss no. 111 rearview mirrors to improve a drivers ability to see areas to the rear of a motor vehicle in order to mitigate fatalities and injuries associated with backover incidents
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dietary supplements containing ephedrine alkaloids reopening of the comment period 4 pages in english the food and drug administration fda is reopening the comment period for a proposed rule entitled dietary supplements containing ephedrine alkaloids that published in the federal register of 4 june 1997 62 fr 30678 the june1997 proposal . in that document fda proposed a number of requirements relating to dietary supplements containing ephedrine alkaloids including a requirement for a warning statement on the product label. since publication of the june 1997 proposal new scientific evidence has come to light concerning health risks associated with the use of dietary supplements containing ephedrine alkaloids. fda is reopening the comment period to receive comment on this new evidence as well as on the warning statement it is now considering for dietary supplements containing ephedrine alkaloids. fda also intends to consider to the extent possible whether in light of current information fda should determine that dietary supplements containing ephedrine alkaloids present a significant or unreasonable risk of illness or injury under conditions of use recommended or suggested in labeling or if no conditions of use are suggested or recommended in the labeling under ordinary conditions of use.
guides for the jewelry precious metals and pewter industries 11 pages in english prethe federal trade commission ftc or commission proposes revisions to its guides for the jewelry precious metals and pewter industries jewelry guides or guides . the proposed revisions aim to respond to changes in the marketplace and hel marketers avoid deceptive and unfair practices. this document summarizes the commissions proposed revisions to the guides and includes the proposed revised guides. pre
guides for the jewellery precious metals and pewter industries 4 pages in english . the commission is seeking comment on whether the platinum section of the ftcs guides for the jewellery precious metals and pewter industries 16 cf part 23 should be amended to provide guidance on how to mark or describe non-deceptively products containing between 500 and 850 parts per thousand pure platinum and no other platinum grou metals
guides for the jewellery precious metals and pewter industries 10 pages in english . the commission is seeking comments on a proposed amendment to the platinum section of the ftcs guides for the jewellery precious metals and pewter industries 16 cfr part 23. the amendment provides guidance on how to mark or describe non-deceptively products containing at least 500 parts per thousand but less than 850 parts per thousand pure platinum and no other platinum grou metals. the commission is also seeking comment on whether the guides for the jewellery precious metals and pewter industries should be revised to provide guidance on how to mark or describe platinum-clad filled plated or overlay products
childrens jewellery containing lead advance notice of proposed rulemaking request for comments and information 3 pages in english . the consumer product safety commission cpsc or commission is considering whether there may be a need to ban childrens metal jewellery containing more than 0.06 lead by weight in metal components. this advance notice of proposed rulemaking anpr initiates a rulemaking proceeding under the federal hazardous substances act fhsa . the commission is soliciting written comments concerning the risks of injury associated with childrens jewellery containing lead the regulatory options discussed in this notice other possible ways to address these risks and the economic impacts of the various regulatory alternatives. the commission also invites interested persons to submit an existing standard or a statement of intent to modify or develo a voluntary standard to address the risk of injury described in this notice. comments should be e-mailed to cpsc-oscpsc.gov. comments should be captioned childrens jewellery containing lead anpr. comments may also be mailed preferably in five copies to the office of the secretary consumer product safety commission room 502 4330 east west highway bethesda maryland 20814 usa or delivered to the same address telephone 301 504-7923 . comments also may be filed by facsimile to 301 504-0127. for further information contact kristina hatlelid phd m.p.h. directorate for health sciences consumer product safety commission 4330 east west highway bethesda maryland 20814 telephone 301 504-7254 e-mail khatlelidcpsc.gov
lead bearing substances public act 161 of 2007 3 pages in english prohibits the sale or transferring in the state of michigan of any childrens jewellery lunchboxes that contain a lead-bearing substance
ban of lead-containing paint and certain consumer products bearing lead-containing paint final rule the consumer product safety commission cpsc is amending its regulations concerning the ban of lead-containing paint and certain consumer products bearing lead-containing paint
lead in jewellery sb 6635 11 pages in english . the state of new york is amending the new york state environmental conservation law and the general business to control the lead content of jewelry especially childrens jewellery and to set labeling requirements
accreditation requirements for third party conformity assessment bodies to test to the requirements for lead content in childrens metal jewelry as established by the consumer product safety improvement act of 2008. the u.s. consumer product safety commission cpsc has published requirements pursuant to the consumer product safety improvement act of 2008 cpsia public law 110-314 for accreditation of third party conformity assessment bodies to test to the 600 ppm and 300 ppm lead limits in metal and metal alloy parts of childrens metal jewelry established by cpsia. these requirements for accreditation of laboratories to test to the 600 ppm and 300 ppm lead limits in childrens metal jewelry are effective 22 december 2008
updating osha standards based on national consensus standards head protection 14 pages english osha is proposing to revise the personal protective equipment ppe sections of its general industry shipyard employment longshoring and marine terminals standards regarding requirements for head protection. osha is updating the references in its standards to recognize the 2009 edition of the american national standard for industrial head protection and is deleting the 1986 edition of that national consensus standard because it is out of date. osha also is including the construction industry in this rulemaking to ensure consistency among the agencys standards. osha is publishing a direct final rule in todays federal register taking this same action.
unique device identification system 44pages english the food and drug administration fda is proposing to establish a unique device identification system to implement the requirement added to the federal food drug and cosmetic act fdc act by section 226 of the food and drug administration amendments act of 2007 fdaaa section 226 of fdaaa amended the fdc act to add new section 519 f which directs fda to promulgate regulations establishing a unique device identification system for medical devices. the system established by this rule would require the label of medical devices and device packages to include a unique device identifier udi except where the rule provides for alternative placement of the udi or provides an exception for a particular device or type of device such as devices sold over-the-counter and low risk devices. each udi would have to be provided in a plain-text version and in a form that uses automatic identification and data capture aidc technology. the udi would also be required to be directly marked on the device itself for certain categories of devices for which the labeling requirement may not be sufficient for example those that remain in use for an extended period of time and devices that are likely to become separated from their labeling. the rule would require the submission of information concerning each device to a database that fda intends to make public to ensure that the udi can be used to adequately identify the device through its distribution and use.
energy conservation program for consumer products test procedures for residential dishwashers dehumidifiers and conventional cooking products standby mode and off mode proposed rule 46 pages english in order to implement recent amendments to the energy policy and conservation act of 1975 epca the u.s. department of energy doe proposes to amend its test procedures for residential dishwashers dehumidifiers and conventional cooking products which include cooktops ovens and ranges to provide for measurement of standby mode and off mode energy use by these products. the proposed amendments would incorporate into the doe test procedures relevant provisions from the international electrotechnical commissions iec standard 62301 household electrical appliances--measurement of standby power first edition 2005-06 iec standard 62301 first edition . doe also proposes to adopt definitions of various modes of operation based on the relevant provisions from the iec standard 62301 household electrical appliances--measurement of standby power second edition final draft international standard iec standard 62301 fdis . in addition doe proposes to adopt language to clarify application of these test procedure provisions for measuring standby mode and off mode power consumption in dishwashers dehumidifiers and conventional cooking products. furthermore the proposed amendments would add new calculations to determine annual energy consumption associated with the standby mode and off mode measured power. finally the amendments would modify existing energy consumption equations to integrate standby mode and off mode energy consumption into the calculation of overall annual energy consumption and annual operating cost of those products which already have definitions for such measures dishwashers and conventional cooking products . doe is also announcing a public meeting to discuss and receive comments on the issues presented in this notice.
vehicle track interaction safety standards high-speed and high cant deficiency operations 53 pages english fra is proposing to amend the track safety standards and passenger equipment safety standards applicable to high-speed and high cant deficiency train operations in order to promote the safe interaction of rail vehicles with the track over which they operate. the proposal would revise existing limits for vehicle response to track perturbations and add new limits as well. the proposal accounts for a range of vehicle types that are currently used and may likely be used on future high-speed or high cant deficiency rail operations or both. the proposal is based on the results of simulation studies designed to identify track geometry irregularities associated with unsafe wheel rail forces and accelerations thorough reviews of vehicle qualification and revenue service test data and consideration of international practices.
high pressure piping systems incorporates by reference updated national codes and engineering standards regarding high pressure steam and other heating media piping ammonia refrigeration piping bioprocess piping and the welding requirements for these high pressure piping systems.
steel erection sli resistance of skeletal structural steel 3 pages in english osha is reopening the rulemaking record of docket s-775 steel erection to obtain comments and information on a provision that addresses the sli resistance of walking surfaces of coated structural steel members 29 cfr 1926.754 c 3 and appendix b to that standard. this provision is scheduled to take effect on july18 2006. osha is considering whether to retain amend or revoke this provision based on whether suitable and appropriate test methods for testing structural steel coatings and whether slip-resistant coatings meeting the sli resistance criteria in the standard can reasonably be expected to be available by the effective date. osha invites the public to submit additional comments and information relating to the appropriateness of sec.1926.754 c 3
manufactured home construction and safety standards test procedures for roof trusses 11 pages english this proposed rule would amend the federal manufactured home construction and safety standards by adopting proposals made by the manufactured home consensus committee mhcc as modified by hud. the national manufactured housing construction and safety standards act of 1974 requires hud to publish in the federal register any proposed revised manufactured home construction and safety standard submitted by mhcc. changes to the existing roof truss testing procedures were part of the first grou of mhcc proposals submitted to hud in 2003 to revise various aspects of the standards. however in response to public comments on the proposed rule including those submitted by mhcc hud returned the proposal on roof truss testing to mhcc for further consideration. after further consideration mhcc has submitted an amended version of its 2003 proposal on roof truss testing to hud. hud is in agreement with the majority of mhccs current recommendations on roof truss testing. this proposed rule contains the recommendations on which hud and mhcc agree. this proposed rule also includes huds modifications to the mhcc proposal together with huds reasons for not accepting those particular revisions proposed by the mhcc.
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2017 and later model year light-duty vehicle greenhouse gas emissions and corporate average fuel economy standards 567 pages in english epa and nhtsa on behalf of the department of transportation are issuing this joint proposal to further reduce greenhouse gas emissions and improve fuel economy for light-duty vehicles for model years 2017-2025. this proposal extends the national program beyond the greenhouse gas and corporate average fuel economy standards set for model years 2012-2016. on 21 may 2010 president obama issued a presidential memorandum requesting that nhtsa and epa develo through notice and comment rulemaking a coordinated national program to reduce greenhouse gas emissions of light-duty vehicles for model years 2017-2025. this proposal consistent with the presidents request responds to the countrys critical need to address global climate change and to reduce oil consumption. nhtsa is proposing corporate average fuel economy standards under the energy policy and conservation act as amended by the energy independence and security act and epa is proposing greenhouse gas emissions standards under the clean air act. these standards apply to passenger cars light-duty trucks and medium-duty passenger vehicles and represent a continued harmonized and consistent national program. under the national program for model years 2017-2025 automobile manufacturers would be able to continue building a single light-duty national fleet that satisfies all requirements under both programs while ensuring that consumers still have a full range of vehicle choices. epa is also proposing a minor change to the regulations applicable to my 2012-2016 with respect to air conditioner performance and measurement of nitrous oxides.
lead poisoning prevention h231 2 pages in english . prohibits the sale or use of any lead-bearing substance on items that may be used by children requires labeling of products containing a lead-bearing substance
relating to labelling of lead-containing products h 2882 4 pages in english requires labelling of products that contain lead
damage tolerance and fatigue evaluation of composite rotorcraft structures 9 pages english this proposal would revise airworthiness standards for type certification requirements of normal and transport category rotorcraft. the amendment would require evaluation of fatigue and residual static strength of composite rotorcraft structures using a damage tolerance evaluation or a fatigue evaluation if the applicant establishes that a damage tolerance evaluation is impractical. the amendment would address advances in composite structures technology and provide internationally harmonized standards
safety standard for automatic residential garage door operators 2 pages in english . the consumer product safety commission is proposing to amend 16 cfr part 1211 safety standard for automatic residential garage door operators to reflect changes made by underwriters laboratories inc. in its standard ul 325
energy efficiency program for commercial and industrial equipment energy conservation standards for commercial packaged boilers 3 pages in english . prethe u.s. department of energy doe is initiating the rulemaking and data collection process to consider amending the energy conservation standards for commercial packaged boilers. this rulemaking will satisfy the statutory requirement for doe to review energy conservation standards for covered equipment every six years to determine whether such standards should be amended. after concluding its initial review of the available information and public comments doe will publish either a notice of the determination that standards do not need to be amended or a notice of proposed rulemaking including new proposed standards. to inform interested parties and to facilitate this process doe has prepared a framework document that details the analytical approach and scope of coverage for the rulemaking and identifies several issues about which doe is particularly interested in receiving comments. doe will hold a public meeting to discuss and receive comments on its planned analytical approach and the issues it will address in this rulemaking proceeding. doe welcomes written comments and relevant data from the public on any subject within the scope of this rulemaking. a copy of the framework document is available at www1.eere.energy.gov buildings appliancestandards product.aspx productid 74. pre
310 cmr 7.26 50 outdoor hydronic heaters 18 pages in english . amends rules concerning outdoor hydronic heaters outdoor wood boilers . addresses requirements for manufacturers sellers and owners of outdoor hydronic heaters. enables the commonwealth to attain and maintain national ambient air quality standards and proposes regulatory revisions as part of the massachusetts state implementation plan sip
national emission standards for hazardous air pollutants from coal- and oil-fired electric utility steam generating units and standards of performance for fossil-fuel-fired electric utility industrial- commercial-institutional and small industrial-commercial-institutional steam generating units 44 pages in english prethe u.s. environmental protection agency epa is proposing this action to correct and clarify certain text of the final action titled national emission standards for hazardous air pollutants from coal- and oil-fired electric utility steam generating units and standards of performance for fossil-fuel-fired electric utility industrial-commercial-institutional and small industrial-commercial- institutional steam generating units which was published in the federal register of thursday 16 february 2012. we are also proposing to remove rule provisions establishing an affirmative defense for malfunction events in light of a recent court decision on the issue. pre
national emission standards for hazardous air pollutants for area sources industrial commercial and institutional boilers 15 pages in english preon 1 february 2013 the environmental protection agency epa finalized amendments to the national emission standards for hazardous air pollutants for area sources industrial commercial and institutional boilers area source boilers rule . subsequently the epa received three petitions for reconsideration of the final rule. the epa is announcing reconsideration of and requesting public comment on five issues raised in the petitions for reconsideration as detailed in the supplementari information section of this document.in this action the epa is also proposing a limited number of technical corrections and amendments to the final rule to correct inadvertent errors and to clarify some applicability and implementation issues raised by stakeholders subject to the final rule. also we propose to delete rule provisions for an affirmative defense for malfunction in light of a recent court decision on the issue. the epa is seeking comment only on the five issues being reconsidered the proposed deletion of the affirmative defense and on the technical corrections and amendments described in the preceding paragraph. the epa will not respond to any comments addressing any other issues or any other provisions of the final rule. pre
national emission standards for hazardous air pollutants for major sources industrial commercial and institutional boilers and process heaters 42 pages in english preon 31 january 2013 the environmental protection agency epa finalized amendments to the national emission standards for the control of hazardous air pollutants hap from new and existing industrial commercial and institutional boilers and process heaters at major sources of hap. subsequently the epa received 10 petitions for reconsideration of the final rule. the epa is announcing reconsideration of and requesting public comment on three issues raised in the petitions for reconsideration as detailed in the supplementary information section of this notice. the epa is seeking comment only on these three issues. the epa will not respond to any comments addressing any other issues or any other provisions of the final rule. additionally the epa is proposing amendments and technical corrections to the final rule to clarify definitions references applicability and compliance issues raised by stakeholders subject to the final rule. also we propose to delete rule provisions for an affirmative defense for malfunction in light of a recent court decision on the issue. pre
national emission standards for hazardous air pollutants for area sources industrial commercial and institutional boilers 41 pages english epa is proposing national emission standards for control of hazardous air pollutants from two area source categories industrial boilers and commercial and institutional boilers. the proposed emission standards for control of mercury emissions from coal-fired area source boilers and the proposed emission standards for control of polycyclic organic matter emissions from all area source boilers are based on the maximum achievable control technology. the proposed emission standards for control of mercury emissions from biomass-fired and oil-fired area source boilers and for other hazardous air pollutants are based on epas proposed determination as to what constitutes the generally available control technology or management practices. epa is also clarifying that gas-fired area source boilers are not needed to meet the 90 percent requirement of section 112 c 3 of the clean air act. finally we are also proposing that existing area source facilities with an affected boiler with a designed heat input capacity of 10 million btu per hour or greater undergo an energy assessment on the boiler system to identify cost-effective energy conservation measures. we will hold a public hearing concerning this proposed rule and the interrelated proposed boiler major source ciswi and rcra rules discussed in this proposal and published in the proposed rules section of todays federal register on 21 june 2010. persons requesting to speak at a public hearing must contact epa by 14 june 2010. under the paperwork reduction act comments on the information collection provisions are best assured of having full effect if the office of management and budget omb receives a copy of your comments on or before 6 july 2010.
national emission standards for hazardous air pollutants for major sources industrial commercial and institutional boilers and process heaters 69 pages english on 13 september 2004 under authority of section 112 of the clean air act epa promulgated national emission standards for hazardous air pollutants for new and existing industrial commercial institutional boilers and process heaters. on 19 june 2007 the united states court of appeals for the district of columbia circuit vacated and remanded the national emission standards for hazardous air pollutants for industrial commercial institutional boilers and process heaters. in response to the courts vacatur and remand this action would require all major sources to meet hazardous air pollutants emissions standards reflecting the application of the maximum achievable control technology. the proposed rule would protect air quality and promote public health by reducing emissions of the hazardous air pollutants listed in section 112 b 1 of the clean air act. we are also proposing that existing major source facilities with an affected boiler undergo an energy assessment on the boiler system to identify cost-effective energy conservation measures. we will hold a public hearing concerning this proposed rule and the interrelated proposed boiler area source ciswi and rcra rules discussed in this proposal and published in the proposed rules section of todays federal register on 21 june 2010. persons requesting to speak at a public hearing must contact epa by 14 june 2010. under the paperwork reduction act comments on the information collection provisions are best assured of having full effect if the office of management and budget omb receives a copy of your comments on or before 6 july 2010.
energy conservation program energy conservation standards for residential boilers 85 pages in english prethe energy policy and conservation act of 1975 epca as amended prescribes energy conservation standards for various consumer products and certain commercial and industrial equipment including residential boilers. epca also requires the u.s. department of energy doe to periodically determine whether more-stringent amended standards would be technologically feasible and economically justified and would save a significant amount of energy. in this notice doe proposes amended energy conservation standards for residential boilers. the notice also announces a public meeting to receive comment on these proposed standards and associated analyses and results. pre
energy conservation program for consumer products test procedures for residential furnaces and boilers 15 pages in english the u.s. department of energy doe proposes to revise its test procedure for residential furnaces and boilers established under the energy policy and conservation act. this rulemaking would adopt needed equations applicable to certain classes of these products which were omitted from the relevant industry standard incorporated by reference in the doe test procedure
energy conservation program for consumer products test procedures for residential furnaces and boilers 40 pages in english prethe u.s. department of energy doe proposes to revise its test procedure for residential furnaces and boilers established under the energy policy and conservation act. this rulemaking will fulfill does obligation to review its test procedures for covered products at least once every seven years. the proposed rule generally considers revisions based on the latest industry standards incorporated by reference clarifications to the set-u and methodology as well as new procedures for verification of the design requirements for certain categories of boilers and for estimating electrical consumption of furnaces and boilers. doe is also announcing a public meeting to discuss and receive comments on issues presented in this test procedure rulemaking. pre
performance requirements for residential gas furnaces and boilers advance notice of proposed rulemaking the consumer product safety commission commission or cpsc is considering developing a rule to address the risk of injury and death associated with carbon monoxide co production and leakage from residential gas furnaces and boilers. this advance notice of proposed rulemaking anpr initiates a rulemaking proceeding under the consumer product safety act cpsa . we invite comments concerning the risk of injury associated with co production and leakage from residential gas furnaces and boilers the alternatives discussed in this anpr and other possible alternatives for addressing the risk. we also invite interested parties to submit existing voluntary standards or a statement of intent to modify or develo a voluntary standard that addresses the risk of injury described in this document.
energy conservation program for certain commercial and industrial equipment energy conservation program for consumer products test procedures for residential furnaces and boilers the u.s. department of energy doe proposes to amend its test procedures for residential furnaces and boilers to provide for measurement of standby mode and off mode energy consumption. specifically the proposed amendments would incorporate into the doe test procedures the international electrotechnical commissions iec standard 62301 household electrical appliances--measurement of standby power first edition 2005-06 as well as language to clarify application of this standard for measuring standby mode and off mode power consumption in furnaces and boilers. in addition the proposed amendments would add new calculations to determine annual energy consumption associated with standby mode and off mode measured power. finally the amendments would modify existing energy consumption equations to integrate standby mode and off mode energy consumption into the calculation of overall annual energy consumption of these products. doe is also announcing a public meeting to discuss and receive comments on the issues presented in this notice
technical barriers to trade the epa is requesting comment on certain aspects of our national emission standards for hazardous air pollutants neshap for industrial commercial and institutional boilers and process heaters which epa promulgated on september 13 2004. after promulgation of the final regulations for boilers and process heaters the administrator received petitions for reconsideration of certain provisions in the final rule. in this document the epa is initiating the reconsideration of some of those provisions. we are requesting comment on certain provisions of the approach used to demonstrate eligibility for the health-based compliance alternatives as outlined in appendix a of the final rule and on the provisions establishing a health-based compliance alternative for total selected metals. we are not requesting comment on any other provisions of the final rule. we are not granting petitioners request that we stay the effectiveness of the health-based compliance provisions of the final rule pending this reconsideration action
national emission standards for hazardous air pollutants stationary combustion turbines residual risk and technology review the environmental protection agency epa is proposing amendments to the national emission standards for hazardous air pollutants neshap for stationary combustion turbines to address the results of the residual risk and technology review rtr the epa is required to conduct in accordance with the clean air act caa . the epa is proposing to find that the risks from this source category due to emissions of air toxics are acceptable and that the existing neshap provides an ample margin of safety to protect public health. the epa identified no new cost-effective controls under the technology review that would achieve further emissions reductions from the source category. the epa is also proposing to amend provisions addressing periods of startup shutdown and malfunction ssm and to require electronic reporting. in addition the epa is proposing to remove the stay of the effectiveness of the standards for new lean premix and diffusion flame gas-fired turbines that was promulgated in 2004.
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control of emissions from nonroad large spark ignition engines and recreational engines marine and land based 176 pages in english the agency is proposing emission standards for several groups of nonroad engines that cause or contribute to air pollution but that have yet to be regulated by the environmental protection agency. these engines include large spark-ignition engines such as those used in forklifts and airport tugs recreational vehicles using spark-ignition engines such as off-highway motorcycles all-terrain vehicles and snowmobiles and recreational marine diesel engines
california ccr title 13 section 1961 8 pages english proposes amendments to the state of californias motor vehicle test procedures for exhaust emissions evaporative emissions and refueling emissions and new requirements for certification of aftermarket conversion systems for plug-in hybrid electric vehicles
standards of performance for stationary compression ignition internal combustion engines the u.s. environmental protection agency epa is proposing amendments to the standards of performance for stationary compression ignition internal combustion engines. in the rules and regulations section of this federal register we are publishing a direct final rule without a prior proposed rule that revises the emission standards for particulate matter for new stationary compression ignition ci engines located in remote areas of alaska. if we receive no adverse comment we will not take further action on this proposed rule.
control of emissions of air pollution from locomotive engines and marine compression-ignition engines less than 30 liters per cylinder proposed rule 215 pages in english the epa is proposing a comprehensive program to dramatically reduce emissions from locomotives and marine diesel engines. it would apply new exhaust emission standards and idle reduction requirements to diesel locomotives of all types -line-haul switch and passenger. it would also set new exhaust emission standards for all types of marine diesel engines below 30 liters per cylinder displacement. these include marine propulsion engines used on vessels from recreational and small fishing boats to super-yachts tugs and great lakes freighters and marine auxiliary engines ranging from small gensets to large generators on ocean-going vessels. the proposed program includes near-term emission standards for newly-built engines. these would phase in starting in 2009. the near-term program also contains more stringent emissions standards for existing locomotives. these would apply when the locomotive is remanufactured and would take effect as soon as certified remanufacture systems are available as early as 2008 but no later than 2010 2013 for tier 2 locomotives . epa is requesting comments on an alternative under consideration that would apply a similar requirement to existing marine diesel engines when they are remanufactured. epa is proposing long-term emissions standards for newly-built locomotives and marine diesel engines based on the application of high-efficiency catalytic after treatment technology
airworthiness standards engine control system requirements 8 pages in english . the federal aviation administration faa is proposing to revise type certification standards for aircraft engine control systems. these proposed changes reflect current practices and harmonize faa standards with those recently adopted by the european aviation safety agency easa . these proposed changes would establish uniform standards for all engine control systems for aircraft engines certificated by both u.s. and european countries and would simplify airworthiness approvals for import and export
airworthiness standards rotorcraft turbine engines one-engine-inoperative oei ratings type certification standards 8 pages available in english . the federal aviation administration faa is proposing to amend oei rating definitions and type certification standards for 30-second oei 2-minute oei and 30-minute oei ratings for rotorcraft turbine engines. this proposed rule if adopted would revise the ratings standards to reflect recent analyses of the ratings usage and lessons learned from completed engine certifications and service experience. this proposal harmonizes faa type certification standards for these ratings with the requirements of the european aviation safety agency in the certification specifications for engines cs-e and with proposed requirements for transport canada civil aviation. if adopted the proposed changes would establish nearly uniform certification standards for ratings for rotorcraft turbine engines certificated in the united states under part 33 and in european countries under cs-e thus simplifying airworthiness approvals for import and export
airworthiness standards aircraft engine standards overtorque limits 5 pages in english . the federal aviation administration faa proposes to amend the certification standards for aircraft engines to introduce requirements for approval of maximum engine overtorque. this action would add a new engine overtorque test amend engine ratings and operating limitations and define maximum engine overtorque for certain turbopropeller and turboshaft engines. the proposed rule is intended to harmonize applicable u.s. and european standards and simplify airworthiness approvals for import and export of aircraft engines
california ccr title 13 division 3 chapter 9 article 4.5 off-road large spark-ignition engines components 4 pages english proposes new exhaust emission standards for new lsi engines 1.0 l
amendments to delaware regulation 1141 limiting emissions of volatile organic compounds from commercial and consumer products two sections will be revised. the proposed revision to section 2.0 consumer products will regulate 23 more products product types. adding a new section 4.0 adhesives and sealants establishes voc limits for commercially-used adhesive and sealant products including 25 adhesives 4 adhesive primers 5 sealants and 3 sealant primers.
technical amendments for marine spark-ignition engines and vessels 4 pages english in the final rulemaking for new exhaust and evaporative emissions standards for nonroad spark-ignition engines vessels and equipment 73 fr 59034 8 october 2008 epa established first-ever evaporative emissions standards for marine vessels. these requirements included portable marine fuel tanks commonly used in recreational boating. during their efforts to certify portable fuel tanks to these new requirements manufacturers working together on systems integration identified several technical issues with the performance of the tanks fuel systems in use that were not fully apparent to them before these standards were developed. systems integration work conducted by the fuel tank boat and engine manufacturers highlighted that under some circumstances there was the potential for fuel spillage to occur. work conducted by these parties indicated that this issue applies to existing systems and tanks as well as those built to comply with epas evaporative emission design standard. we have engaged the industry to identify a simple safe and emissions neutral solution to this concern. this proposed action represents the results of that work and is emissions neutral with respect to the diurnal emissions standard however to the extent that it helps reduce fuel spillage incorporating safe recommended practices will result in a net benefit to the environment and lead to fuel savings. in the rules and regulations section of this federal register we are making these technical amendments as a direct final rule without a prior proposed rule. if we receive no adverse comment we will not take further action on this proposed rule
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control of emissions of air pollution from new motor vehicles in-use testing for heavy-duty diesel engines and vehicles 19 pages in english we are proposing to establish a manufacturer-run in-use emissions testing program for 2007 and later model year heavy-duty diesel vehicles. the ground-breaking in-use test program will require the engine manufacturers to measure exhaust emissions from their diesel engines using portable emissions measurement systems. also for the first time all manufacturers will be regularly providing epa with a significant quantity of emissions data generated from engines used in regular service which epa will evaluate to ensure the engines comply with specified emissions requirements. the proposed rule is a result of an agreement between epa and the engine manufacturers association. this proposal advances epas clean diesel activities by helping to ensure that the benefits of more stringent emission standards are realized under real-world driving conditions
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standards of performance for stationary compression ignition internal combustion engines 35 pages in english . this action proposes standards of performance for stationary compression ignition ci internal combustion engines ice . these standards implement section 111 b of the clean air act caa and are based on the administrators determination that stationary ci ice cause or contribute significantly to air pollution that may reasonably be anticipated to endanger public health or welfare. the intended effect of the standards is to require all new modified and reconstructed stationary ci ice to use the best demonstrated system of continuous emission reduction considering costs non-air quality health and environmental and energy impacts not just with add-on controls but also by eliminating or reducing the formation of these pollutants. the proposed standards would reduce nitrogen oxides nox by an estimated 38 000 tons per year tpy particulate matter pm by an estimated 3 000 tpy sulfur dioxide so2 by an estimated 9 000 tpy non-methane hydrocarbons nmhc by an estimated 600 tpy and carbon monoxide co by an estimated 18 000 tpy in the year 2015
control of air pollution from new motor vehicles and new motor vehicle engines technical amendments to evaporative emissions regulations dynamometer regulations and vehicle labeling 3 pages in english . in the rules and regulations section of this federal register we are making these technical amendments as a direct final rule without prior proposal because we view these technical amendments as noncontroversial revisions. we anticipate no adverse comment. we have explained our reasons for these technical amendments in the preamble to the direct final rule. if we receive no adverse comment we will not take further action on this proposed rule. if we receive adverse comment we will withdraw the portions of the direct final rule receiving such comment and those portions will not take effect. we will address all public comments in a subsequent final rule based on this proposed rule. we will not institute a second comment period on this action. any parties interested in commenting must do so at this time
standards of performance for stationary spark ignition internal combustion engines and national emission standards for hazardous air pollutants for reciprocating internal combustion engines 52 pages in english . epa is proposing new source standards of performance for stationary spark ignition internal combustion engines. epa is also proposing national emission standards for hazardous air pollutants for stationary reciprocating internal combustion engines that either are located at area sources of hazardous air pollutant emissions or that have a site rating of less than or equal to 500 brake horsepower and are located at major sources of hazardous air pollutant emissions
control of emissions from new highway vehicles and engines guidance on epas certification requirements for heavy-duty diesel engines using selective catalytic reduction technology epa is requesting comment on draft guidance and related interpretations concerning the application of certain emission certification regulations to those on-highway heavy-duty diesel engines that are using selective catalytic reduction systems to meet federal emission standards. epa will review the comments and provide final guidance and interpretations in a future federal register document
standards of performance for stationary compression ignition internal combustion engines 8 pages in english prethe environmental protection agency epa is proposing amendments to the standards of performance for stationary compression ignition ci internal combustion engines to allow manufacturers to design the engines so that operators can temporarily override performance inducements related to the emission control system for stationary ci internal combustion engines operating during emergency situations where the operation of the engine or equipment is needed to protect human life and to require compliance with tier 1 emission standards during such emergencies. the epa is also proposing to amend the standards of performance for certain stationary ci internal combustion engines located in remote areas of alaska. pre
control of emissions from new marine compression-ignition engines at or above 30 liters per cylinder proposed rule 32 pages in english . epa has issued an advance notice of proposed rulemaking anprm to invite comment from all interested parties on a plan to propose new emission standards and other related provisions for new compression-ignition marine engines with per cylinder displacement at or above 30 liters per cylinder. these are category 3 marine engines. epa is considering standards for achieving large reductions in oxides of nitrogen nox and particulate matter pm through the use of technologies such as in-cylinder controls after treatment and low sulphur fuel starting as early as 2011
marine diesel engine emission standards the environmental protection agency epa is proposing to amend the national marine diesel engine program to provide relief provisions to address concerns associated with finding and installing certified tier 4 marine diesel engines in certain high-speed commercial vessels. the proposed relief is in the form of additional lead time for qualifying engines and vessels. epa is also making a technical correction to the diesel fuel regulations to allow fuel manufacturers and distributors to make distillate diesel fuel that complies with the global sulfur standard that applies internationally instead of the fuel standards that otherwise apply to distillate diesel fuel in the united states.
nonconformance penalties for on-highway heavy-duty diesel engines 14 pages in english epa is proposing to make nonconformance penalties ncps available to manufacturers of heavy-duty diesel engines in model years 2012 and later for emissions of oxides of nitrogen nox . in general the availability of ncps allows a manufacturer of heavy-duty engines hdes whose engines fail to conform to specified applicable emission standards but do not exceed a designated upper limit to be issued a certificate of conformity upon payment of a monetary penalty to the united states government. the proposed upper limit associated with these ncps is 0.50 grams of nox per horsepower-hour
airworthiness standards rotor overspeed requirements 5 pages english the faa proposes to amend the aircraft turbine engine rotor overspeed type certification standards. this action would establish uniform rotor overspeed design and test requirements for aircraft engines and turbochargers certificated by the faa and the european aviation safety agency easa . the proposed rule would also establish uniform standards for the design and testing of engine rotor parts in the united states and in europe eliminating the need to comply with two differing sets of requirements. the proposed rule would improve safety by clarifying existing overspeed requirements for aircraft turbine engine rotor parts.
exhaust emissions standards for new aircraft gas turbine engines and identification plate for aircraft engines 13 pages in english this action amends the emission standards for turbine engine powered airplanes to incorporate the standards promulgated by the united states environmental protection agency epa on 18 june 2012. this amendment fulfills the faas requirements under the clean air act amendments of 1970 to issue regulations ensuring compliance with the epa standards. this action revises the standards for oxides of nitrogen and test procedures for exhaust emissions based on international civil aviation organization standards and for the identification and marking requirements for engines
emission standards for turbine engine powered airplanes final rule. amends the emission standards for turbine engine powered airplanes to incorporate the standards adopted by the united states environmental protection agency epa . this rule also amends certain test procedures for gaseous exhaust emissions which are based on the standards of the international civil aviation organization icao for gaseous emissions of oxides of nitrogen nox . this rule will bring the standards of 14 cfr part 34 into alignment with 40 cfr part 87 as required
energy conservation program test procedure for dedicated-purpose pool pumps 76 pages in english prethe u.s. department of energy doe proposes to establish new definitions a new test procedure for dedicated-purpose pool pumps new sampling and rating requirements and new enforcement provisions for such equipment. specifically doe proposes a test procedure for measuring the weighted energy factor wef for certain varieties of dedicated-purpose pool pumps. the proposed test method incorporates by reference certain sections of the industry test standard hydraulic institute hi 40.6-2014 methods for rotodynamic pum efficiency testing. the proposed definitions test procedures certification requirements enforcement testing procedures and labeling provisions are based on the recommendations of the dedicated-purpose pool pum dppp working group which was established under the appliance standards rulemaking federal advisory committee asrac . pre
appliance labelling rule 9 pages in english the energy policy act of 2005 directs the commission to issue labelling requirements for the electricity used by ceiling fans to circulate air. the commission is seeking public comment on proposed energy labelling requirements for these products
energy conservation program for consumer products and certain commercial and industrial equipment proposed determination of commercial and industrial fans blowers and fume hoods as covered equipment the u.s. department of energy doe proposes to determine that commercial and industrial fans blowers and fume hoods meet the criteria for covered equipment under part a-1 of title iii of the energy policy and conservation act epca as amended. doe proposes that classifying equipment of such type as covered equipment is necessary to carry out the purpose of part a-1 of epca which is to improve the efficiency of electric motors and pumps and certain other industrial equipment to conserve the energy resources of the nation
energy conservation program for consumer products test procedures for residential furnace fans 29 pages english the u.s. department of energy doe proposes to establish test procedures for residential products that use electricity for purposes of circulating air through duct work hereafter referred to as furnace fans. specifically this notice proposes to establish a test method for measuring the airflow performance and electrical consumption of these products. concurrently doe is undertaking an energy conservation standards rulemaking to address the electrical energy used by these products for circulating air. once these energy conservation standards are promulgated the adopted test procedures will be used to determine compliance with the standards. doe is also announcing a public meeting to discuss and receive comments on issues presented in this test procedure rulemaking
energy conservation program for consumer products energy conservation standards for residential furnace fans 73 pages in english . prepursuant to the energy policy and conservation act of 1975 epca as amended the u.s. department of energy doe must prescribe energy conservation standards for various consumer products and certain commercial and industrial equipment including residential furnace fans. epca requires doe to determine whether such standards would be technologically feasible and economically justified and would save a significant amount of energy. in this notice doe is proposing new energy conservation standards for residential furnace fans. the notice also announces a public meeting to receive comment on these proposed standards and associated analyses and results. pre
energy conservation program energy conservation standards for ceiling fans 73 pages in english prethe energy policy and conservation act of 1975 epca as amended prescribes energy conservation standards for various consumer products and certain commercial and industrial equipment including ceiling fans. epca also requires the u.s. department of energy doe to periodically determine whether more-stringent amended standards would be technologically feasible and economically justified and would save a significant amount of energy. in this notice doe proposes amended energy conservation standards for ceiling fans and also announces a public meeting to receive comment on these proposed standards and associated analyses and results. pre
energy conservation program for commercial and industrial equipment packaged terminal air conditioner and packaged terminal heat pum energy conservation standards 59 pages english . the department of energy doe office of energy efficiency and renewal energy oeere is proposing amended energy conservation standards for packaged terminal air conditioners ptacs and packaged terminal heat pumps pthps
energy conservation standards for residential central air conditioners and heat pumps 5 pages english the u.s. department of energy doe will hold a public meeting to discuss and receive comments on the product classes that doe plans to analyze for purposes of establishing energy conservation standards for residential central air conditioners and heat pumps the analytical framework models and tools that doe is using to evaluate amended standards for these products the results of preliminary analyses performed by doe for these products and potential energy conservation standard levels derived from these analyses that doe could consider for these products. doe also encourages written comments on these subjects. doe has prepared a preliminary technical support document tsd which is available at l
energy conservation program energy conservation standards for certain consumer products 5 pages in english . prethe u.s. department of energy doe or the department proposes to adopt into the code of federal regulations the definitions for through-the-wall central air conditioner and through-the-wall central air conditioning heat pump that were established in section 5 of the american energy manufacturing technical corrections act. this notice also proposes to remove the standards for air conditioners that were superseded effective in 2006 and the now defunct references to the through-the-wall air conditioner and heat pump product class including the definition and standards. pre
energy conservation program energy conservation standards for small large and very large air-cooled commercial package air conditioning and heating equipment 74 pages in english prethe energy policy and conservation act of 1975 epca as amended prescribes energy conservation standards for various consumer products and certain commercial and industrial equipment including small large and very large air-cooled commercial package air conditioning and heating equipment. epca also requires the u.s. department of energy doe to determine whether more-stringent amended standards would be technologically feasible and economically justified and would save a significant amount of energy. in this document doe proposes to amend the energy conservation standards for small large and very large air-cooled commercial package air conditioning and heating equipment. this document also announces a public meeting to receive comment on these proposed standards and associated analyses and results. pre
energy conservation program test procedures for portable air conditioners 38 pages in english prethe u.s. department of energy doe proposes to establish test procedures for portable air conditioners acs in accordance with the guidance and requirements set forth by the energy policy and conservation act to establish technologically feasible economically justified energy conservation standards for products identified by specific criteria to provide national energy savings through improved energy efficiency. the proposed test procedures are based upon industry methods to determine energy consumption in active modes off-cycle mode standby modes and off mode with certain modifications to ensure the test procedures are repeatable and representative. the proposed test procedure would create a new appendix cc which would be used to determine capacities and energy efficiency metrics that could be the basis for any future energy conservation standards for portable acs. doe also proposes adding a sampling plan and rounding requirements for portable acs necessary when certifying capacity and efficiency of a basic model. pre
energy conservation program test procedures for small large and very large air-cooled commercial package air conditioning and heating equipment 13 pages in english . prein this notice of proposed rulemaking nopr the u.s. department of energy doe proposes to reaffirm that the currently prescribed test procedure must be used when measuring the energy efficiency ratio integrated energy efficiency ratio and coefficient of performance for small large and very large air-cooled commercial unitary air conditioners cuac and commercial unitary heat pumps cuhp . with this test procedure rulemaking doe fulfills its obligation under epca to review its test procedures for covered equipment at least once every seven years and either amend the applicable test procedures or publish a determination in the federal register not to amend them. the proposed amendments would limit the incorporation by reference of the industry test procedure ahri standard 340 360-2007 2007 standard for performance rating of commercial and industrial unitary air-conditioning and heat pum equipment to certain sections and addenda specify requirements for indoor airflow tolerance and adjustment to meet other rating conditions clarify requirements for condenser head pressure controls clarify units of measurement for airflow and establish a tolerance on part-load rating points. doe also proposes to amend the certification compliance and enforcement provisions for cuacs and cuhps to specify additional reporting requirements for indoor airflow and add enforcement provisions for verifying the rated cooling capacity as the rated cooling capacity determines which class of equipment the product belongs to and also determines certain testing conditions. pre
energy conservation program certification of commercial heating ventilation and air-conditioning hvac water heating wh and refrigeration cre equipment 18 pages in english . prethe u.s. department of energy is proposing to revise and expand its existing regulations governing certifying compliance with the applicable energy conservation standards and the reporting of related ratings for commercial heating ventilating air-conditioning water heating and refrigeration equipment covered by epca. pre
energy conservation program for consumer products test procedures for central air conditioners and heat pumps 62 pages in english the department is proposing changes to its regulations on test procedures for central air conditioners and heat pumps. this revision of the test procedure is not expected to alter the minimum energy conservation standards currently in effect. the revised test procedure is up-to-date more complete and better organized than the current version. it should yield more accurate measurements of the energy efficiency of central air conditioners and heat pumps
energy conservation program for consumer products test procedures for refrigerators refrigerator-freezers and freezers 67 pages in english . prethe u.s. department of energy doe today is issuing a notice of proposed rulemaking to amend the test procedures for refrigerators refrigerator-freezers and freezers that will be required for the testing of products starting 15 september 2014. doe is proposing to amend the test procedure to address products with multiple compressors and to allow an alternative method for measuring and calculating energy consumption for refrigerator-freezers and refrigerators with freezer compartments. doe is also proposing to amend certain aspects of the test procedure in order to ensure better test accuracy and repeatability. additionally doe is soliciting comment on a potential test procedure to measure the energy use associated with making ice with an automatic icemaker. if adopted that procedure would become effective in conjunction with any parallel energy conservation standards rulemaking that doe would need to conduct pursuant to the six-year review process mandated under federal law. pre
energy conservation program energy conservation standards for commercial refrigeration equipment 103 pages in english . prethe energy policy and conservation act of 1975 epca as amended prescribes energy conservation standards for various consumer products and certain commercial and industrial equipment including commercial refrigeration equipment cre . epca also requires the u.s. department of energy doe to determine whether more-stringent amended standards would be technologically feasible and economically justified and would save a significant amount of energy. in this notice doe proposes amended energy conservation standards for commercial refrigeration equipment. the notice also announces a public meeting to receive comment on these proposed standards and associated analyses and results. pre
energy conservation standards for walk-in coolers and freezers 108 pages in english . prethe energy policy and conservation act of 1975 epca as amended prescribes energy conservation standards for various consumer products and certain commercial and industrial equipment including walk-in coolers and walk-in freezers. epca also requires the u.s. department of energy doe to determine whether more-stringent amended standards would be technologically feasible and economically justified and would save a significant amount of energy. in this notice doe proposes amended energy conservation standards for walk-in coolers and walk-in freezers. the notice also announces a public meeting to receive comment on these proposed standards and associated analyses and results. pre
energy conservation program test procedure for commercial refrigeration equipment 31 pages in english . prethe u.s. department of energy doe proposes to revise and reorganize its test procedure for commercial refrigeration equipment cre in order to clarify certain terms procedures and compliance dates. specifically in this notice of proposed rulemaking doe addresses several inquiries it has received from interested parties regarding the applicability of does test procedure and current federal energy conservation standards the definition of certain terms pertinent to commercial refrigeration equipment the proper configuration and use of certain components and features of commercial refrigeration equipment when testing according to the doe test procedure the proper application of certain test procedure provisions and the compliance date of certain provisions specified in the doe test procedure final rule published on 21 february 2012 hereafter referred to as 2012 test procedure final rule . doe also proposes a number of test procedure clarifications which have arisen as a result of the negotiated rulemaking process for certification of commercial heating ventilation air conditioning refrigeration and water heating equipment. these provisions are addressed below in more detail. doe will hold a public meeting to receive and discuss comments on this nopr. pre
energy conservation program for certain industrial equipment energy conservation standards for single package vertical air conditioners and single package vertical heat pumps 65 pages in english prethe energy policy and conservation act of 1975 epca as amended prescribes energy conservation standards for various consumer products and certain commercial and industrial equipment including single package vertical air conditioners and single package vertical heat pumps. epca also requires that each time the american society of heating refrigerating and air-conditioning engineers ashrae standard 90.1 is amended with respect to the standard levels or design requirements applicable to that equipment the u.s. department of energy doe must adopt amended uniform national standards for this equipment equivalent to those in ashrae standard 90.1 unless doe determines that there is clear and convincing evidence showing that more-stringent amended standards would be technologically feasible and economically justified and would save a significant additional amount of energy. doe has tentatively concluded that there is sufficient record evidence to support more-stringent standards for two classes of this equipment. however for four equipment classes doe is proposing to adopt the revised ashrae levels due to the absence of any models on the market in two classes and absence of any models above the revised ashrae level in the remaining two classes. accordingly doe is proposing amended energy conservation standards for all classes of single package vertical air conditioners and single package vertical heat pumps. doe also announces a public meeting to receive comment on these proposed standards and associated analyses and results. pre
energy conservation program test procedures for central air conditioners and heat pumps 106 pages in english the u.s. department of energy doe proposes to revise its test procedures for central air conditioners and heat pumps cac hp established under the energy policy and conservation act. doe published several proposals in a november 2015 supplemental notice of proposed rulemaking snopr . doe finalized some of the proposed test procedure amendments in a june 2016 final rule. this snopr proposes additional revisions to some of the amendments proposed in the past notices and proposes some additional amendments. specifically this snopr proposes two sets of amendments to the test procedure amendments to appendix m that would be required as the basis for making efficiency representations starting 180 days after final rule publication and amendments as part of a new appendix m1 that would be the basis for making efficiency representations as of the compliance date for any amended energy conservation standards. broadly speaking the proposed amendments address the off-mode test procedures clarifications on test set-u and fan delays limits to gross indoor fin surface area for valid combinations external static pressure conditions for testing clarifications on represented values for cac hp that are distributed in commerce with multiple refrigerants and the methodology for testing and calculating heating performance. doe does not expect the proposed changes to appendix m to change measured efficiency. however doe has determined that the proposed procedures in new appendix m1 would change measured efficiency. doe welcomes comments from the public on any subject within the scope of this test procedure rulemaking.
energy conservation program test procedure for walk-in coolers and walk-in freezers proposed rule 34 pages in english . prethis document proposes amending the test procedure for certain walk-in cooler and freezer components by improving the procedures clarity updating related certification and enforcement provisions to address the performance-based energy conservation standards for walk-in cooler and freezer equipment and establishing labeling requirements to aid manufacturers in determining which components would be considered for compliance purposes as intended for walk-in cooler and freezer applications. the proposed amendments consist of certain walk-in cooler and freezer refrigeration system-specific provisions including product-specific definitions removal of the test method for systems with hot gas defrost and a method to accommodate refrigeration equipment that use adaptive defrost and on-cycle variable-speed evaporator fan control. pre
energy conservation program certification compliance and enforcement for consumer products and commercial and industrial equipment the u.s. department of energy doe or the department proposes to amend the compliance dates for revisions to its certification compliance and enforcement regulations for certain commercial and industrial equipment covered under the energy policy and conservation act of 1975 as amended epca or the act . specifically doe is tentatively proposing an 18-month extension to the compliance date for the certification provisions for commercial refrigeration equipment commercial heating ventilating air-conditioning hvac equipment commercial water heating equipment walk-in coolers walk-in freezers and automatic commercial ice makers. doe is also considering extending the compliance date for the certification provisions for other commercial equipment based on comments
rule concerning disclosures regarding energy consumption and water use of certain home appliances and other products required under the energy policy and conservation act appliance labeling rule advanced notice of proposed rulemaking anpr 7 pages in english . section 137 of the energy policy act of 2005 requires the commission to conduct a rulemaking to examine the effectiveness of current energy efficiency labelling requirements for consumer products issued pursuant to the energy policy and conservation act. in response to that directive the commission is seeking comments on the effectiveness of the appliance labeling rule and suggestions for improvements to the energy labeling program. the commission is also requesting comments about the overall costs and benefits of the rule and its overall regulatory and economic impact as a part of the commissions systematic review of all its regulations and guides
energy conservation standards for certain consumer products and commercial and industrial equipment 11 pages in english the department of energy doe is publishing this technical amendment to place in the code of federal regulations the energy conservation standards and related definitions that congress prescribed in the energy policy act of 2005 for certain consumer products and commercial and industrial equipment
energy efficiency standard assembly bill 4156 20 pages english . establishes energy efficiency standards for selected commercial and residential appliances and equipment that are sold in or installed in the state of new jersey
energy conservation program energy conservation standards for residential furnaces and residential central air conditioners and heat pumps the energy policy and conservation act of 1975 epca as amended prescribes energy conservation standards for various consumer products and certain commercial and industrial equipment including residential furnaces and residential central air conditioners and heat pumps. epca also requires the u.s. department of energy doe to determine whether more-stringent amended standards for these products would be technologically feasible and economically justified and would save a significant amount of energy. in this notice doe proposes energy conservation standards for residential furnaces and for residential central air conditioners and heat pumps identical to those set forth in a direct final rule published elsewhere in todays federal register. if doe receives adverse comment and determines that such comment may provide a reasonable basis for withdrawing the direct final rule doe will publish a notice withdrawing the direct final rule and will proceed with this proposed rule
energy conservation program for consumer products test procedure for residential central air conditioners and heat pumps proposed rule 25 pages in english . the department of energy doe or the department is proposing to amend its test procedure for residential central air conditioners and heat pumps. the proposal implements test procedure changes for small-duct high-velocity systems multiple-split systems two-capacity units and updates references to the current american society of heating refrigerating and air-conditioning engineers ashrae standards. the proposal also clarifies issues associated with sampling and rating both tested and untested systems. the department will hold a public meeting to discuss and receive comments on the proposal
energy conservation program test procedures for packaged terminal air conditioners and packaged terminal heat pumps 14 pages in english . prein this notice of proposed rulemaking nopr the u.s. department of energy doe proposes to revise its test procedures established under the energy policy and conservation act epca for packaged terminal air conditioners ptacs and packaged terminal heat pumps pthps . the proposed amendments would specify an optional break- in period explicitly require that wall sleeves be sealed allow for the pre-filling of the condensate drain pan require that ashrae standard 16 be the sole method of test when measuring the cooling capacity for ptacs and pthps under ansi ahri standard 310 380-2004 and require testing with 14-inch dee wall sleeves and the filter option most representative of a typical installation. these updates fulfill does obligation under epca to review its test procedures for covered equipment at least once every 7 years and either amend the applicable test procedures or publish a determination in the federal register not to amend them. doe will hold a public meeting to discuss and receive comments on the issues presented in this notice. pre
energy conservation program energy conservation standards for packaged terminal air conditioners and packaged terminal heat pumps 65 pages in english prethe energy policy and conservation act of 1975 epca as amended prescribes energy conservation standards for various consumer products and certain commercial and industrial equipment including packaged terminal air conditioners ptacs and packaged terminal heat pumps pthps . epca also requires the u.s. department of energy doe to determine whether more-stringent amended standards would be technologically feasible and economically justified and would save a significant amount of energy. in this document doe proposes amended energy conservation standards for ptacs and pthps. the document also announces a public meeting to receive comment on these proposed standards and associated analyses and results. pre
energy conservation standards for residential electric and gas ranges and microwave ovens dishwashers dehumidifiers and commercial clothes washers 3 pages in english the department of energy doe or department will hold an informal public meeting to discuss and receive comments on issues it will address in this rulemaking proceeding. the department is also initiating the data collection process for establishing energy conservation standards for residential electric and gas ranges and ovens and microwave ovens dishwashers dehumidifiers and commercial clothes washers. the department also encourages written comments on these subjects. in addition this effort is the result of the energy policy act of 2005 epact 2005 directive to publish a final rule to determine whether the standards established by epact 2005 should be amended no later than october 1 2009 for dehumidifiers and no later than january 1 2010 for commercial clothes washers. to inform stakeholders and facilitate this process doe has prepared a framework document a draft of which is available at www.eere.energy.gov buildings appliancestandards
revisions to energy efficiency enforcement regulations 4 pages english the u.s. department of energy doe or the department intends to expand and revise its existing energy efficiency enforcement regulations for certain consumer products and commercial and industrial equipment covered under the energy policy and conservation act of 1975 as amended epca or the act . these regulations provide for manufacturer submission of compliance statements and certification reports to doe maintenance of compliance records by manufacturers and the availability of enforcement actions for improper certification or upon a determination of noncompliance. to facilitate this process and to allow interested parties to provide suggestions comments and information doe is publishing this request for information. this request identifies several areas on which doe is particularly interested in receiving information however any input and suggestions considered relevant to the topic are welcome.
energy conservation standards for residential clothes dryers and room air conditioners public meeting and availability of the preliminary technical support document 4 pages english the u. s. department of energy doe will hold a public meeting to discuss and receive comments on the product classes that doe plans to analyze for purposes of amending energy conservation standards for residential clothes dryers and room air conditioners the analytical framework models and tools that doe is using to evaluate standards for these products the results of preliminary analyses performed by doe for these products and potential energy conservation standard levels derived from these analyses that doe could consider for these products. doe also encourages written comments on these subjects. to inform stakeholders and facilitate this process doe has prepared an agenda a preliminary technical support document tsd and briefing materials which are available at l and l.
energy conservation program for consumer products 3 pages in english . the department of energy doe received a petition from howe anderson amp steyer p.c. on behalf of first co. requesting that doe conduct a rulemaking to amend certification regulations applicable to residential central air conditioners and heat pumps together cac to collect energy efficiency rating eer information from manufacturers through the compliance certification management system ccms as part of annual certification reporting requirements and publish the information in does compliance certification database ccd . as an interim measure prior to the completion of the rulemaking they request that doe collect eer information from manufacturers on an expedited and voluntary basis and publish eer information in the ccd. they contend that voluntary collection and publication of eer information on an interim basis is necessary to prevent harm to manufacturers and consumers. to the extent that the collection of eer information is subject to omb approval under the paperwork reduction act they further request that doe seek omb authorization for emergency or expedited processing of does request to collect eer information on a voluntary basis. doe seeks comment on whether to grant the petition and proceed with a rulemaking on this matter
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energy conservation program for certain industrial equipment energy conservation standards and test procedures for commercial heating air-conditioning and water-heating equipment proposed rule doe is proposing to amend the energy conservation standards for commercial packaged boilers and to adopt a new energy conservation standard for water-cooled and evaporatively-cooled commercial package air conditioners and heat pumps with a cooling capacity at or above 240 000 btu h and less than 760 000 btu h at the efficiency levels specified by ashrae standard 90.1-2007. doe is also proposing related amendments to its test procedures for commercial packaged boilers
energy conservation program for consumer products test procedure for residential central air conditioners and heat pumps 49 pages english the u.s. department of energy doe proposes amendments to its test procedure for residential central air conditioners and heat pumps. the proposed amendments would add requirements for the calculation of sensible heat ratio incorporate a method to evaluate off mode power consumption and add parameters for establishing regional measures of energy efficiency. doe will hold a public meeting to receive and discuss comments on the proposal
energy efficiency program for certain commercial and industrial equipment public meeting and availability of the framework document for residential clothes dryers and room air conditioners 2 pages in english . the department of energy doe or department is initiating the rulemaking and data collection process that could result in the establishment of amended energy conservation standards for residential clothes dryers and room air conditioners. accordingly the department will hold an informal public meeting to discuss and receive comments on issues it will address in this rulemaking proceeding. the department also encourages written comments on these subjects
energy conservation program energy conservation standards for residential clothes dryers and room air conditioners 3 pages in english this proposed rule would correct the energy conservation standards for room air conditioners. in the direct final rule establishing amended energy conservation standards for residential clothes dryers and room air conditioners published in the federal register on 21 april 2011 and the subsequent notices of effective date and compliance dates for the direct final rule and amendment of compliance dates published on 24 august 2011 the department of energy doe erroneously specified the maximum cooling capacity for product class 5a for room air conditioners without reverse cycle and with louvered sides as 24 999 british thermal units per hour btu h and the minimum cooling capacity for product class 5b for room air conditioners without reverse cycle and with louvered sides as 25 000 btu h rather than 27 999 btu h and 28 000 btu h respectively
energy conservation program for consumer products energy conservation standards for residential furnaces 5 pages in english the u.s. department of energy doe will hold a public meeting to discuss and receive comments on the product classes that doe plans to analyze for purposes of amending energy conservation standards for certain residential furnaces and the analytical approach models and tools that doe is using to evaluate amended standards for these products. doe also encourages written comments on these subjects. a detailed discussion of these topics can be found in the rulemaking analysis plan rap for residential furnaces which is available at l. doe will hold a public meeting on wednesday march 31 2010 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. in washington dc. any person requesting to speak at the public meeting should submit such a request along with an electronic copy of the statement to be given at the public meeting before 4 p.m. wednesday march 24 2010. written comments are welcome especially following the public meeting and should be submitted by april 14 2010.
energy conservation program for consumer products energy conservation standards for residential furnaces 80 pages in english prethe energy policy and conservation act of 1975 epca as amended prescribes energy conservation standards for various consumer products and certain commercial and industrial equipment including residential furnaces. epca also requires the u.s. department of energy doe to periodically determine whether more-stringent amended standards would be technologically feasible and economically justified and would save a significant amount of energy. in this document doe proposes amended energy conservation standards for residential non- weatherized gas furnaces and mobile home furnaces in partial fulfillment of a court-ordered remand of does 2011 rulemaking for these products. the proposed rule also announces a public meeting to receive comment on these proposed standards and associated analyses and results. pre
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energy conservation program for commercial and industrial equipment energy conservation standards for commercial ice-cream freezers for self-contained commercial refrigerators commercial freezers and commercial refrigerator-freezers without doors and for remote condensing commercial refrigerators commercial freezers and commercial refrigerator-freezers 50 pages in english . the energy policy and conservation act epca authorizes the department of energy doe to establish energy conservation standards for various consumer products and commercial and industrial equipment including commercial ice-cream freezers self-contained commercial refrigerators commercial freezers and commercial refrigerator-freezers without doors and remote condensing commercial refrigerators commercial freezers and commercial refrigerator-freezers if doe determines that energy conservation standards would be technologically feasible and economically justified and would result in significant energy savings. doe publishes this advance notice of proposed rulemaking anopr to consider establishing energy conservation standards for the categories of commercial refrigeration equipment mentioned above and to announce a public meeting to receive comments on a variety of issues
energy conservation program test procedures for walk-in coolers and walk-in freezers proposed rule 34 pages english pursuant to the energy policy and conservation act as amended the u.s. department of energy doe is proposing test procedures for measuring the energy consumption of walk-in coolers and walk-in freezers collectively walk-in equipment or walk-ins definitions to delineate the products covered by the test procedures and provisions including a sampling plan for manufacturers to implement the test procedures. the notice also addresses enforcement issues as they relate to walk-in equipment. concurrently doe is undertaking an energy conservation standards rulemaking for this equipment. any data gathered through the use of the test procedure adopted by doe will be used in evaluating any potential standards for this equipment. once these standards are promulgated the adopted test procedures will be used to determine equipment efficiency and compliance with the standards
energy efficiency program for consumer products public meeting and availability of the framework document for commercial refrigeration equipment 2 pages english the u.s. department of energy doe is initiating the rulemaking and data collection process to consider amended energy conservation standards for commercial refrigeration equipment cre . doe will hold a public meeting to discuss and receive comments on its planned analytical approach and issues it will address in this rulemaking proceeding. doe welcomes written comments and relevant data from the public on any subject within the scope of this rulemaking. to inform interested parties and to facilitate this process doe has prepared a framework document that details the analytical approach and identifies several issues on which doe is particularly interested in receiving comment.
energy conservation program test procedures for miscellaneous consumer refrigeration products 60 pages in english prethe u.s. department of energy doe is proposing new test procedures that would measure the energy efficiency of wine chillers and other related miscellaneous refrigeration products that maintain warmer compartment temperatures than refrigerators. these procedures would apply both to those products that use a vapor-compression refrigeration system and those that do not. doe is also proposing new definitions and test procedures for cooled cabinets refrigerators that do not use a vapor-compression refrigeration system hybrid refrigeration products which incorporate warm compartments such as wine storage compartments in products that otherwise provide the functions of refrigerators refrigerator-freezers or freezers and ice makers. the proposal also seeks to clarify the definitions for refrigerators refrigerator-freezers and freezers. pre
energy conservation program energy conservation standards for walk-in cooler and freezer refrigeration systems 71 pages in english prethe energy policy and conservation act of 1975 epca as amended prescribes energy conservation standards for various consumer products and certain commercial and industrial equipment including walk-in coolers and freezers. epca also requires the u.s. department of energy doe to periodically determine whether more-stringent amended standards would be technologically feasible and economically justified and would save a significant amount of energy. doe proposes prescribing energy conservation standards for certain categories of walk-in cooler and freezer refrigeration systems and plans to hold a public meeting to receive comment on these proposed standards along with their accompanying analyses. pre
energy conservation program energy conservation standards for miscellaneous refrigeration products 13 pages in english prethe energy policy and conservation act of 1975 epca as amended established the energy conservation program for consumer products other than automobiles. based on provisions in epca that enable the secretary of energy to classify additional types of consumer products as covered products the u.s. department of energy doe classified miscellaneous refrigeration products mrefs as covered consumer products under epca. in determining whether to set standards for products doe must evaluate whether new standards would be technologically feasible and economically justified and would save a significant amount of energy. in this proposed rule doe proposes new energy conservation standards for mrefs identical to those set forth in a direct final rule published elsewhere in this federal register. if doe receives adverse comment and determines that such comment may provide a reasonable basis for withdrawal doe will publish a notice withdrawing the final rule and will proceed with this proposed rule. pre
product efficiency standards 5 pages in english . amends rules pertaining to energy efficiency standards for consumer products. establishes minimum energy efficiency standards for products including residential furnaces and boilers purchased by the state residential pool pumps metal halide lam fixtures single voltage external ac to dc power supplies state regulated incandescent reflector lamps bottle-type water dispensers commercial food holding cabinets portable electric spas walk-in refrigerators and freezers and pool heaters
energy conservation program for commercial and industrial equipment energy conservation standards for commercial ice-cream freezers self-contained commercial refrigerators commercial freezers and commercial refrigerator-freezers without doors and remote condensing commercial refrigerators commercial freezers and commercial refrigerator-freezers proposed rule 67 pages in english the department of energy doe proposes new energy conservation standards for commercial ice-cream freezers self-contained commercial refrigerators commercial freezers and commercial refrigerator-freezers without doors and remote condensing commercial refrigerators commercial freezers and commercial refrigerator-freezers
energy efficiency program for certain commercial and industrial equipment test procedures for automatic commercial ice makers the u.s. department of energy doe proposes to revise its test procedure for automatic commercial ice makers acim established under the energy policy and conservation act. this notice of proposed rulemaking nopr proposes to update the incorporation by reference of industry test procedures to the most current published versions. the current doe test procedure applies to automatic commercial ice makers that produce cube type ice. this nopr proposes to expand coverage of the test procedure to all batch type and continuous type ice makers with capacities between 50 and 4 000 pounds of ice per 24 hours. a batch type ice maker is defined as an ice maker with alternate freezing and harvesting periods including machines that produce cube type ice tube type ice and fragmented ice. a continuous type ice maker is defined as an ice maker that continually freezes and harvests ice at the same time. continuous type ice makers primarily produce flake or nugget ice. doe also proposes amendments to standardize test results based on ice quality for continuous type ice makers clarify the test methods and reporting requirements for automatic ice makers designed to be connected to a remote compressor rack and provide test methods for modulating capacity ice makers. furthermore doe proposes to discontinue the use of a clarified energy use equation
energy conservation program for consumer products proposed determination to treat non-compressor residential refrigeration products as covered products 8 pages english the u.s. department of energy doe has preliminarily determined that residential refrigeration products that do not incorporate a compressor qualify as covered products under part b of title iii of the energy policy and conservation act epca as amended. doe reached this preliminary conclusion because classifying products of such type as covered products is necessary or appropriate to carry out the purposes of epca and the average u.s. household energy use for such products e.g. thermoelectric wine chillers is likely to exceed the 100 kilowatt-hour kwh per year threshold required for coverage
energy conservation program energy conservation standards for residential refrigerators refrigerator-freezers and freezers 109 pages english the energy policy and conservation act epca prescribes energy conservation standards for various consumer products and commercial and industrial equipment including residential refrigerators refrigerator-freezers and freezers. epca also requires the u.s. department of energy doe to determine whether more stringent amended standards for these products are technologically feasible and economically justified and would save a significant amount of energy. in this nopr doe proposes amended energy conservation standards for residential refrigerators refrigerator-freezers and freezers. the nopr also announces a public meeting to receive comment on these proposed standards and associated analyses and results
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energy conservation program energy conservation standards for refrigerated bottled or canned beverage vending machines proposed rule 46 pages in english . the department of energy doe office of energy efficiency and renewal energy oeere is proposing to establish energy conservation standards for refrigerated bottled or canned beverage vending machines
d.c. energy efficiency standards act of 2007 dc b 211 9 pages in english . establishes minimum energy efficiency standards for certain products sold or installed in the district of columbia to include the use of electric lam ballasts bottle-type water dispensers and commercial hot food holding cabinets walk in refrigerators and freezers
energy efficiency program for consumer products public meeting and availability of the framework document for walk-in coolers and walk-in freezers initiation of rulemaking 3 pages in english the department of energy doe is initiating the rulemaking to consider establishing energy conservation standards for walk-in coolers and walk-in freezers. accordingly doe will hold an informal public meeting to discuss and receive comments on its planned analytical approach and issues it will address in this rulemaking proceeding. doe welcomes written comments from the public on our stated approach for this rulemaking. to inform stakeholders and to facilitate this process doe has prepared a framework document which details the analytical approach and identifies several issues on which doe is particularly interested in receiving comment. a copy of the framework document is available at l.
energy conservation program energy conservation standards for automatic commercial ice makers 106 pages in english . prethe energy policy and conservation act of 1975 epca as amended prescribes energy conservation standards for various consumer products and certain commercial and industrial equipment including automatic commercial ice makers acim . epca also requires the u.s. department of energy doe to determine whether more-stringent amended standards would be technologically feasible and economically justified and would save a significant amount of energy. in this notice doe proposes amended energy conservation standards for automatic commercial ice makers. the notice of proposed rulemaking also announces a public meeting to receive comment on these proposed standards and associated analyses and results. pre
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protection of stratospheric ozone substitute refrigerant recycling amendment to the definition of refrigerant 6 pages in english the environmental protection agency epa is proposing changes to correct the final rule published in the federal register on march 12 2004. specifically epa is proposing to amend the regulatory text for the definitions of refrigerant and technician and the prohibition against venting substitute refrigerants. epa is also proposing to amend the prohibition against venting substitute refrigerants to reflect the proposed changes to the definitions. these changes are being proposed to make certain that the regulations promulgated on march 12 2004 cannot be construed as a restriction on the sales of substitutes that do not consist of an ozone-depleting substance ods such as pure hydrofluorocarbon hfc and perfluorocarbon pfc substitutes
energy conservation program for consumer products and certain commercial and industrial equipment test procedures for consumer and commercial water heaters 33 pages in english . as required by the energy policy and conservation act of 1975 epca as amended the u.s. department of energy doe proposes to establish a mathematical conversion factor for the purpose of translating efficiency ratings for water heaters under the test method currently in effect to the ratings under the amended test method promulgated by doe in a final rule published on 11 july 2014 hereinafter referred to as the the july 2014 final rule . compliance with the amended test procedure is required beginning on the later of one year after the publication of a final rule that establishes a mathematical conversion factor or 31 december 2015. this rulemaking document proposes a mathematical conversion factor which may be used to convert the existing efficiency ratings under the current federal test procedure to efficiency ratings under the test procedure adopted in the july 2014 final rule for water heater basic models manufactured tested and certified prior to the compliance date of the amended test procedure. the amended test procedure applies to all covered consumer water heaters and the covered commercial water heating equipment with residential applications defined in the july 2014 final rule as a residential-duty commercial water heater. in addition this document proposes amendments to the minimum energy conservation standards for consumer water heaters and residential-duty commercial water heaters to account for the impact of the new metric but does not alter the stringency of the existing energy conservation standards. while doe has not planned a public meeting to discuss this proposal doe is willing to consider a request to hold a meeting.
energy conservation standards for residential water heaters direct heating equipment and pool heaters the department of energy doe will hold an informal public meeting to discuss and receive comments on the product classes that doe plans to analyze for purposes of amending energy conservation standards for certain residential heating products the analytical framework models and tools that doe is using to evaluate standards for these products the results of preliminary analyses performed by doe for these products and potential energy conservation standard levels derived from these analyses that doe could consider for these products. doe encourages written comments on these subjects
energy conservation program for consumer products definitions for residential water heaters 12 pages in english the energy policy and conservation act of 1975 epca as amended prescribes energy conservation standards for various consumer products and certain commercial and industrial equipment including residential water heaters. epca also requires the u.s. department of energy doe to determine whether more stringent amended standards would be technologically feasible and economically justified and would save a significant amount of energy. accordingly doe established amended energy conservation standards for several classes of residential water heaters in an april 2010 final rule. in this notice doe proposes to amend its definitions pertaining to residential water heaters and to clarify the applicability of energy conservation standards for residential water heaters that are utilized as a secondary back-u heat source in solar-thermal water heating systems. specifically doe is proposing to create a definition for solar-assisted fossil fuel storage water heater and solar-assisted electric storage water heater and clarify that water heaters meeting these definitions are not subject to the amended energy conservation standards for residential water heaters established by the april 2010 final rule
energy conservation program for consumer products test procedures for residential water heaters direct heating equipment and pool heaters in order to implement recent amendments to the energy policy and conservation act of 1975 epca the u.s. department of energy doe proposes to amend its test procedures for residential direct heating equipment and pool heaters to provide for measurement of standby mode and off mode power use by these products. where appropriate the amendments would incorporate into the doe test procedures relevant provisions from the international electrotechnical commissions iec standard 62301 household electrical appliances measurement of standby power first edition 2005-06 as well as language to clarify application of these provisions as they specifically relate to measurement of electrical standby mode and off mode power consumption in direct heating equipment and pool heaters. this rulemaking also proposes a number of definitions for key terms. doe has tentatively concluded that no amendments are necessary to the test procedure for residential water heaters to address standby mode and off mode power use because the existing test procedures for water heaters already fully account for and incorporate the standby mode and off mode energy consumption. in addition doe announces a public meeting to discuss and receive comments on the issues presented in this notice. doe will hold a public meeting friday 24 september 2010 from 9a.m. to 4p.m. in washington dc. doe must receive requests to speak at the public meeting before 4p.m. friday 10 september 2010. doe must receive a signed original and an electronic copy of statements to be given at the public meeting before 4p.m. friday 3 september 2010. doe will accept comments data and information regarding the notice of proposed rulemaking nopr before and after the public meeting but no later than 15 november 2010. see section v public participation of this nopr for details.
energy conservation program energy conservation standards for certain consumer products dishwashers dehumidifiers electric and gas kitchen ranges and ovens and microwave ovens and for certain commercial and industrial equipment commercial clothes washers proposed rule 95 pages in english . the department of energy doe is authorized to establish energy conservation standards for various consumer products and commercial and industrial equipment--including residential dishwashers dehumidifiers and electric and gas kitchen ranges and ovens and microwave ovens and commercial clothes washers--if doe determines that energy conservation standards would be technologically feasible and economically justified and would result in significant energy savings. doe has published an advance notice of proposed rulemaking anopr to consider establishing energy conservation standards for these products and to announce a public meeting to receive comments on a variety of issues
energy conservation program test procedures for residential clothes dryers 35 pages english the u.s. department of energy doe proposes to revise its test procedures for residential clothes dryers established under the energy policy and conservation act. the proposed amendments to appendix d1 would include testing methods for more accurately measuring the effects of automatic cycle termination. in addition the proposed amendments would update the reference to the latest edition of the international electrotechnical commission iec standard 62301 household electrical appliances--measurement of standby power edition 2.0 2011-01. for the test procedures at both appendix d and appendix d1 doe proposes to clarify the cycle settings used for the test cycle and the requirements for the gas supply for gas clothes dryers.
notice of public hearing to consider amendments to regulations regarding new aftermarket and used catalytic converters offered for sale and use in california 7 pages in english . the air resources boards arb california evaluation procedures for new aftermarket non-original equipment catalytic converters california procedures were adopted by the board on 19 august 1988. an interim procedure optional evaluation procedures for new aftermarket non-original equipment catalytic converters was set u to address requirements specific to catalytic converters for vehicles equipped with on-board diagnostics ii obd ii systems and went into effect on december 2001. these regulations require new aftermarket catalytic converters to comply with requirements of title 13 california code of regulations ccr section 2222 h . arb will hold a board hearing on 25 26 october 2007 to propose amendments to the new aftermarket and used catalytic converter regulation and test procedures for adoption
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energy conservation program energy conservation standards for residential dishwashers 7 pages english the energy policy and conservation act of 1975 epca as amended prescribes energy conservation standards for various consumer products and certain commercial and industrial equipment including residential dishwashers. epca also requires the u.s. department of energy doe to determine whether amended standards would be technologically feasible and economically justified and would save a significant amount of energy. in this proposed rule doe proposes amended energy conservation standards for residential dishwashers identical to those set forth in a direct final rule published elsewhere in todays federal register. if doe receives adverse comment and determines that such comment may provide a reasonable basis for withdrawing the direct final rule doe will publish a notice withdrawing the final rule and will proceed with this proposed rule
energy conservation program energy conservation standards for residential dishwashers 49 pages in english prethe energy policy and conservation act of 1975 epca as amended prescribes energy conservation standards for various consumer products and certain commercial and industrial equipment including residential dishwashers. epca also requires the u.s. department of energy doe to determine whether amended standards would be technologically feasible and economically justified and would save a significant amount of energy. in this notice doe proposes amended energy conservation standards for residential dishwashers. the notice also announces a public meeting to receive comment on these proposed standards and associated analyses and results. pre
energy conservation program energy conservation standards for dishwashers grant of petition for rulemaking the u.s. department of energy doe received a petition from the competitive enterprise institute cei to define a new product class under the energy policy and conservation act as amended epca for residential dishwashers. the new product class would cover dishwashers with a cycle time for the normal cycle of less than one hour from washing through drying. doe published this petition and request for comments in the federal register on 24 april 2018. based upon its evaluation of the petition and careful consideration of the public comments doe has decided to grant this petition for rulemaking and propose a dishwasher product class with a cycle time for the normal cycle of less than one hour. doe intends to consider appropriate energy and water use limits for such a product class if adopted in a separate rulemaking.
harmonization of airworthiness standards - fire extinguishers and class b and f cargo compartments 7 pages in english prethe faa is amending certain airworthiness regulations for transport category airplanes by upgrading fire safety standards for class b cargo compartments establishing fire safety standards for a new type of cargo compartment class f and updating related standards for fire extinguishers. this amendment is based on recommendations from the aviation rulemaking advisory committee arac and the national transportation safety board ntsb and the changes address designs for which airworthiness directives ads have been issued by both the faa and the french civil aviation authority direction geacuteneacuterale de laviation civile dgac .this amendment eliminates certain regulatory differences between the airworthiness standards of the faa and the european aviation safety agency easa without affecting current industry design practices. these changes ensure an acceptable level of safety for these types of cargo compartments by standardizing certain requirements and procedures. pre
revision of crane regulation standards for mobile offshore drilling units modus offshore supply vessels osvs and floating outer continental shelf ocs facilities the coast guard proposes to revise regulations related to the design certification inspection and testing of cranes. these regulations apply to cranes installed on mobile offshore drilling units modus offshore supply vessels osvs and floating outer continental shelf ocs facilities. this revision would update industry standards incorporated by reference with more recent versions which are used by industry and incorporated in bureau of safety and environmental enforcement regulations. additionally the coast guard proposes to revise regulations regarding certification inspection and testing of cranes by allowing use of additional organizations to act in lieu of coast guard marine inspectors
california ccr title 13 division 3 chapter 9 article 1 small off-road engines 12 pages english proposed sore small off-road engine regulations eliminate the generation of production emission credits after model year 2009 modifies the use of existing production emission credits limit the lifetime of future certification emission credits to five model years and include an option to accept the use of a certification fuel with u to ten percent ethanol content
energy conservation program test procedures for commercial clothes washers 11 pages in english . prethe u.s. department of energy doe proposes to revise its test procedures and certification reporting requirements for commercial clothes washers established under the energy policy and conservation act. the proposed amendments provide numerical equations for translating modified energy factor and water factor values as measured using does new clothes washer test procedure into their equivalent values as measured using the current test procedure. the proposed amendments also clarify the dates for which the current and new test procedures can be used to determine compliance with existing energy conservation standards and any future revised energy conservation standards for commercial clothes washers. pre
energy conservation program energy conservation standards for commercial clothes washers 51 pages in english . prethe energy policy and conservation act of 1975 epca as amended prescribes energy conservation standards for various consumer products and certain commercial and industrial equipment including commercial clothes washers. epca also requires the u.s. department of energy doe to determine whether amended standards would be technologically feasible and economically justified and would save a significant amount of energy. in this notice doe proposes to amend the energy conservation standards for commercial clothes washers. the notice also announces a public meeting to receive comment on these proposed standards and associated analyses and results. pre
energy conservation program test procedures for residential clothes washers 39 pages in english . prethe u.s. department of energy doe proposes to revise its test procedures for residential clothes washers established under the energy policy and conservation act. the proposed amendments would codify test procedure guidance that doe has issued in response to frequently asked questions clarify additional provisions within the test procedures provide improved organization of each section and correct formatting errors in does clothes washer test procedures. pre
energy conservation program for consumer products test procedure for residential clothes washers 41 pages english the u.s. department of energy doe proposes amending its test procedure for residential clothes washers under the energy policy and conservation act to provide for measuring standby mode and off mode energy consumption and to update the active mode test procedure. doe is also proposing to eliminate an obsolete clothes washer test procedure currently codified in the code of federal regulations and is announcing a public meeting to discuss and receive comments on the issues presented in this nopr. dates doe will hold a public meeting on thursday 28 october 2010 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. in washington dc. doe must receive requests to speak at the public meeting before 4 p.m. thursday 14 october 2010. doe must receive a signed original and an electronic copy of statements to be given at the public meeting before 4 p.m. thursday 21 october 2010.
energy conservation program energy conservation standards for residential clothes washers 9 pages english the energy policy and conservation act of 1975 epca as amended prescribes energy conservation standards for various consumer products and certain commercial and industrial equipment including residential clothes washers. epca also requires the u.s. department of energy doe to determine whether amended standards would be technologically feasible and economically justified and would save a significant amount of energy. in this proposed rule doe proposes amended energy conservation standards for residential clothes washers identical to those set forth in a direct final rule published elsewhere in todays federal register. if doe receives adverse comment and determines that such comment may provide a reasonable basis for withdrawing the direct final rule doe will publish a notice withdrawing the final rule and will proceed with this proposed rule
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a bill to amend 1994 pa 451 entitled natural resources and environmental protection act for electronic device manufacturers senate bill sb 897 7 pages in english . directs that a manufacturer shall not sell or offer for sale to any person in the state of michigan a new electronic device unless the device is labelled with the manufacturers name or brand label and that the manufacturer has registered with the michigan department of environmental quality and paid a registration fee provides for the registration process procedures provides a retailer shall not shall not sell or offer a device unless the manufacturer is registered defines the manufacturers take back program
washington state electronic product recycling program english this rule making will propose a new chapter in the washington administrative code to implement the electronic product recycling program created by the legislature in 2006 essb 6428 . this rule making will focus on the portions of the law related to registration of manufacturers collectors and transporters of electronic products administrative fee structure brand labelling enforcement and penalties and other related requirements
electronics scra management proposed rule 10 csr 25-19.010 7 pages english clarifies the responsibilities of computer equipment manufacturers retailers recyclers and the department for providing recycling or reuse of certain consumer electronic equipment at no additional cost. contains procedures for manufacturers to submit and implement recovery plans and standards for recyclers that process equipment collected under the recovery plan. this rulemaking was adopted as an emergency rule effective 1 july 2009 until 10 february 2010
energy efficiency program for commercial and industrial equipment public meeting and availability of the framework document for refrigerated beverage vending machines 2 pages in english . prethe u.s. department of energy doe is considering amending its energy conservation standards for refrigerated beverage vending machines. to inform interested parties and to facilitate this process doe has prepared a framework document that details the analytical approach and preliminary scope of the rulemaking and identifies several issues on which doe is particularly interested in receiving comments. doe will hold a public meeting to discuss and receive comments on its planned analytical approach and issues it will address in this rulemaking proceeding. doe welcomes written comments and relevant data from the public on any subject within the scope of this rulemaking. pre
energy conservation program test procedure for refrigerated bottled or canned beverage vending machines 32 pages in english prethe u.s. department of energy doe proposes to amend its test procedure for refrigerated bottled or canned beverage vending machines bvm in order to update the referenced method of test to ansi ashrae standard 32.1-2010 eliminate the requirement to test at the 90 degf ambient test condition create a provision for testing at the lowest application product temperature and incorporate provisions to account for the impact of low power modes on measured daily energy consumption dec . this notice of proposed rulemaking nopr also proposes several amendments and clarifications to the doe test procedure to improve the repeatability and remove ambiguity from the current bvm test procedure. doe will hold a public meeting to receive and discuss comments on this nopr. pre
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dtv consumer education initiative 7 pages in english this document proposes to require broadcasters multichannel video programming distributors retailers and manufacturers to take steps to publicize the dtv transition. these would include public service announcements by broadcasters including notices in cable satellite and other mvpd bills notices from consumer electronics manufacturers employee training by retailers and adjustments to the dtv.gov partners program. because of the importance of making the benefits of the digital television transition understandable and available to the public the commission seeks comments generally on the best means of creating a coordinated national dtv consumer education campaign
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portable generators 3 pages in english this advance notice of proposed rulemaking anpr initiates a rulemaking proceeding that could result in mandatory performance standards for portable generators. the notice discusses a broad range of regulatory approaches that could be used to reduce portable generator-related deaths and injuries particularly those related to carbon monoxide poisoning.. the commission invites public comment on these alternatives and any other approaches that could reduce portable generator-related deaths and injuries due to carbon monoxide poisoning as well as shock electrocution fire and burns. the commission also invites interested persons to submit an existing standard or a statement of intent to modify or develo a voluntary standard to address the risk of injury described in this anpr. the commission issued a separate notice of proposed rulemaking npr at 71 fr 50003 on august 24 2006 relating specifically to enhancing the effectiveness of warning labels for portable generators and invited public comment on its proposal. acting chairman nancy a. nord and commissioner thomas h. moore each filed a statement. the statements are available from the office of the secretary or on the commissions website at www.cpsc.gov
energy conservation program test procedures for small electric motors and electric motors the u.s. department of energy doe proposes amending its test procedures for small electric motors. first doe proposes further harmonizing its procedures with industry practice by incorporating a new industry standard manufacturers would be permitted to use in addition to the industry standards currently incorporated by reference as options for use when testing small electric motor efficiency. second with respect to electric motors doe proposes further harmonizing its test procedures by incorporating an additional industry standard to the two that are already incorporated by reference as options when testing the efficiency of this equipment. each of these changes is expected to reduce testing burdens on manufacturers. finally doe proposes to adopt industry provisions related to the test conditions to ensure the comparability of test results for small electric motors. none of these proposed changes would affect the measured average full-load efficiency of small electric motors or the measured nominal full-load efficiency of electric motors when compared to the current test procedures.
portable generators notice of proposed rulemaking proposed labeling requirements request for comments and information 5 pages in english in this document the consumer product safety commission commission or cpsc proposes to require manufacturers to label portable generators with performance and technical data related to performance and safety. the warning label would inform purchasers that using a generator indoors will kill you in minutes exhaust contains carbon monoxide a poison gas you cannot see or smell never use in the home or in partly enclosed areas such as garages only use outdoors and far from open windows doors and vents. the warning label will also include pictograms. the commission believes that providing this labeling information will hel reduce risks to consumers. the commission invites public comment on this proposal acting chairman nancy a. nord and commissioner thomas h. moore each filed a statement. the statements are available from the office of the secretary or on the commissions web site at www.cpsc.gov
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energy conservation program energy conservation standards for commercial and industrial electric motors 93 pages in english . prethe energy policy and conservation act of 1975 epca as amended prescribes energy conservation standards for various consumer products and certain commercial and industrial equipment including commercial and industrial electric motors. epca also requires the u.s. department of energy doe to determine whether more-stringent amended standards would be technologically feasible and economically justified and would save a significant amount of energy. in this notice doe proposes energy conservation standards for a number of different groups of electric motors that doe has not previously regulated. for those groups of electric motors currently regulated the proposed standards would maintain the current energy conservation standards for some electric motor types and amend the energy conservation standards for other electric motor types. the document also announces a public meeting to receive comment on these proposed standards and associated analyses and results. pre
energy efficiency program for certain commercial and industrial equipment public meeting and availability of the framework document for small electric motors 2 pages in english . the department of energy doe or department is initiating the rulemaking process to adopt new energy conservation standards for small electric motors. the department of energy will hold an informal public meeting to discuss and receive comments on issues it will address in this rulemaking proceeding. the department also encourages written comments on these subjects
energy efficiency program for certain commercial and industrial equipment public meeting and availability of the framework document for commercial and industrial electric motors 2 pages english the u.s. department of energy doe is initiating the rulemaking to amend the energy conservation standards for certain commercial and industrial electric motors under section 342 b of the energy policy and conservation act epca . doe will hold an informal public meeting to discuss and receive comments on its planned analytical approach and the issues it will address during this rulemaking. doe welcomes written comments from the public on any subject within the scope of this rulemaking. to inform interested parties and to facilitate this process doe has prepared a framework document that details the analytical approach that doe will use and identifies several issues on which doe is particularly interested in receiving comment
energy conservation program for commercial equipment distribution transformers energy conservation standards proposed rule 53 pages english the energy policy and conservation act epca or the act authorizes the department of energy doe or the department to establish energy conservation standards for various consumer products and commercial and industrial equipment including those distribution transformers for which doe determines that energy conservation standards would be technologically feasible and economically justified and would result in significant energy savings. in this notice the department is proposing energy conservation standards for distribution transformers and is announcing a public meeting
energy conservation program test procedure for distribution transformers the u.s. department of energy doe proposes clarifying amendments to the test procedure for distribution transformers to revise and add definitions of certain terms to incorporate revisions based on the latest versions of relevant institute of electrical and electronics engineers ieee industry standards and to specify the basis for voluntary representations at additional per-unit loads puls and additional reference temperatures. the proposals in this nopr are minor revisions that do not significantly change the test procedure. therefore none of the revisions would pose undue burden on manufacturers. doe is seeking comment from interested parties on the proposal.
amendments to appliance efficiency regulations california code of regulations title 20 sections 1601 1608 10 pages in english . these appliance efficiency regulations california code of regulations title 20 sections 1601 through 1608 dated july 2006 were adopted by the california energy commission on 24 may 2006 and approved by the california office of administrative law on 23 june 2006. these appliance efficiency regulations replace all previous versions of california appliance efficiency regulations. the appliance efficiency regulations include standards for both federally-regulated appliances and non-federally-regulated appliances. twenty-one categories of appliances are included in the scope of these regulations. the standards within these regulations apply to appliances that are sold or offered for sale in california except those sold wholesale in california for final retail sale outside the state and those designed and sold exclusively for use in recreational vehicles or other mobile equipment
appliance energy efficiency establish rules for the identification certification for compliance with the statute and packaging of products listed in chapter 19.260 rcw. the proposed regulatory action would establish efficiency standards for certain products sold or installed in the state assuring consumers and businesses that such products meet minimum efficiency performance levels thus saving energy and money on utility bills. it applies equally to products regardless of whether they are sold offered for sale or installed as a stand-alone product or as a component of another product. labeling requirements are set forth manufacturers of new products covered by these rules shall identify each product offered for sale or installation in the state as in compliance with this chapter by means of a mark label or tag on the product and packaging at the time of sale or installation. the marking required by the state of california in their appliance efficiency regulations dated 1 july 2006 section 1607 or as revised will meet this requirement. products must be tested as set out by the california energy commission in their appliance efficiency regulations dated 1 july 2006 sections 1603 and 1604. implementation dates vary by product type
energy conservation program energy conservation standards for distribution transformers 100 pages in english the energy policy and conservation act of 1975 epca as amended prescribes energy conservation standards for various consumer products and certain commercial and industrial equipment including low-voltage dry-type distribution transformers and directs the u.s. department of energy doe to prescribe standards for various other products and equipment including other types of distribution transformers. epca also requires doe to determine whether more-stringent amended standards would be technologically feasible and economically justified and would save a significant amount of energy. in this notice doe proposes amended energy conservation standards for distribution transformers. the notice also announces a public meeting to receive comment on these proposed standards and associated analyses and results
hazardous materials transportation of lithium batteries 23 pages english phmsa in consultation with the federal aviation administration faa is proposing to amend requirements in the hazardous materials regulations hmr on the transportation of lithium cells and batteries including lithium cells and batteries packed with or contained in equipment. the proposed changes are intended to enhance safety by ensuring that all lithium batteries are designed to withstand normal transportation conditions. this would include provisions to ensure all lithium batteries are packaged to reduce the possibility of damage that could lead to a catastrophic incident and minimize the consequences of an incident. in addition lithium batteries would be accompanied by hazard communication that ensures appropriate and careful handling by air carrier personnel including the flight crew and informs both transport workers and emergency response personnel of actions to be taken in an emergency. these proposals are largely consistent with changes made to the united nations recommendations on the transport of dangerous goods un recommendations and the international civil aviation organization technical instructions on the safe transport of dangerous goods by air icao technical instructions and respond to recommendations issued by the national transportation safety board ntsb .
hazardous materials enhanced safety provisions for lithium batteries transported by aircraft faa reauthorization act of 2018 phmsa issues this interim final rule ifr to revise the hazardous materials regulations for lithium cells and batteries transported by aircraft. this ifr prohibits the transport of lithium ion cells and batteries as cargo on passenger aircraft requires lithium ion cells and batteries to be shipped at not more than a 30 percent state of charge aboard cargo-only aircraft when not packed with or contained in equipment and limits the use of alternative provisions for small lithium cell or battery shipments to one package per consignment. this ifr does not restrict passengers or crew members from bringing personal items or electronic devices containing lithium cells or batteries aboard aircraft or restrict cargo-only aircraft from transporting lithium ion cells or batteries at a state of charge exceeding 30 percent when packed with or contained in equipment or devices.
energy conservation program test procedures for certain categories of general service lamps 10 pages in english prethe u.s. department of energy doe proposes to establish test procedures for certain categories of general service lamps gsls to support the ongoing energy conservation standards rulemaking. specifically this rulemaking proposes new test procedures for determining the initial lumen output input power lam efficacy power factor and standby mode power of gsls that are not integrated light emitting diode led lamps compact florescent lamps cfls or general service incandescent lamps gsils . doe is also proposing clarifying references to the existing lam test procedures and sampling plans for determining the represented values of integrated led lamps cfls and gsils. pre
energy conservation program test procedures for microwave ovens active mode 27 pages in english the u.s. department of energy doe proposes to revise its test procedures for microwave ovens established under the energy policy and conservation act. the proposed amendments would add provisions for measuring the active mode energy use for microwave ovens including both microwave-only ovens and convection microwave ovens. specifically doe is proposing provisions for measuring the energy use of the microwave-only cooking mode for both microwave-only ovens and convection microwave ovens based on the testing methods in the latest draft version of the international electrotechnical commission standard 60705 household microwave ovens--methods for measuring performance. doe is proposing provisions for measuring the energy use of the convection-only cooking mode for convection microwave ovens based on the doe test procedure for conventional ovens in our regulations. doe is also proposing to calculate the energy use of the convection-microwave cooking mode for convection microwave ovens by apportioning the microwave-only mode and convection-only mode energy consumption measurements based on typical consumer use
energy conservation program energy conservation standards for residential conventional ovens 70 pages in english prethe energy policy and conservation act of 1975 epca as amended prescribes energy conservation standards for various consumer products and certain commercial and industrial equipment including residential conventional ovens. epca also requires the u.s. department of energy doe to determine whether more-stringent amended standards would be technologically feasible and economically justified and would save a significant amount of energy. doe is proposing new and amended energy conservation standards for residential conventional ovens. doe is also announcing a public meeting to receive comment on these proposed standards and associated analyses and results. pre
energy conservation program for consumer products energy conservation standards for residential water heaters direct heating equipment and pool heaters 2 pages in english . the department of energy doe has commenced a rulemaking to amend the existing energy conservation standards for residential water heaters direct heating equipment and pool heaters. on 24 november 2006 the doe published in the federal register fr a notice of public meeting and availability of framework document for this rulemaking wherein it indicated that the comment period for this initial phase of the rulemaking closes on 30 january 2007. 71 fr 67825. on 16 january 2007 doe held an informal public meeting to present its proposed methodologies for conducting the rulemaking discuss issues relevant to the rulemaking proceeding and initiate stakeholder interaction and the data collection process. due to the extensive scope of material and issues raised at the meeting some stakeholders at the public meeting requested an extension to the comment period. this notice extends the comment period to better provide opportunity for public review and comment on does rulemaking approaches
energy conservation program for consumer products and certain commercial and industrial equipment test procedures for residential and commercial water heaters 48 pages in english . prethe u.s. department of energy doe proposes to revise its test procedure for residential water heaters and certain commercial water heaters established under the energy policy and conservation act. this rulemaking will fulfill does statutory obligation for residential and certain commercial water heaters to review its test procedure for covered products and equipment at least once every seven years. in addition this rulemaking will satisfy does statutory obligation to develo a uniform efficiency descriptor for residential and commercial water heaters. the proposed test method would apply the same efficiency descriptor to all residential and certain commercial water heaters and it would extend coverage to eliminate certain gaps in the current residential test procedure update the simulated-use-test draw pattern and update the water delivery temperature requirement. doe is also announcing a public meeting to discuss and receive comments on issues presented in this test procedure rulemaking. pre
energy conservation program for consumer products energy conservation standards for hearth products 50 pages in english prethe energy policy and conservation act of 1975 epca as amended sets forth various provisions designed to improve energy efficiency for consumer products and certain commercial and industrial equipment. in addition to specifying a list of covered residential products and commercial equipment epca contains provisions that enable the secretary of energy to classify additional types of consumer products as covered products. the u.s. department of energy doe has previously published a proposed determination of coverage to classify gas-fired hearth products as covered consumer products under the applicable provisions in epca. in this document doe proposes an energy conservation standard for hearth products following its notice of proposed coverage determination. this proposed rule also announces a public meeting to receive comment on the proposed standard and associated analyses and results. pre
energy conservation program for consumer products definitions and standards for grid-enabled water heaters 7 pages in english precongress created a new definition and energy conservation standard for grid-enabled water heaters in the energy efficiency improvement act of 2015 which amended the energy policy and conservation act of 1975 epca . the department of energy doe is publishing this final rule to place in the code of federal regulations cfr the energy conservation standards and related definitions and to explain its interpretation of the new language. this final rule will implement these amendments to epca. pre
energy conservation program for consumer products energy conservation standards for residential water heaters 20 pages in english . a namesps6a the energy policy and conservation act of 1975 epca as amended prescribes energy conservation standards for various consumer products and certain commercial and industrial equipment including residential water heaters. epca also requires the u.s. department of energy doe to determine whether more stringent amended standards would be technologically feasible and economically justified and would save a significant amount of energy. accordingly doe established amended energy conservation standards for several classes of residential water heaters in an april 2010 final rule. subsequent to the publication of that final rule a number of utility companies brought forth concerns regarding the amended energy conservation standard levels for electric storage water heaters and the impact of these standards on electric thermal storage programs that utility companies administer to manage peak load. in this document doe proposes to establish a waiver process that will mitigate the concerns of utility companies regarding the implementation of the april 2010 standard levels by allowing for the manufacture of certain large-volume electric storage water heaters provided that they meet a set of conditions discussed in this proposed rule. the document also announces a public meeting to receive comment on the proposed waiver process and criteria for obtaining a waiver.
energy conservation program energy conservation standards for direct heating equipment 13 pages in english the energy policy and conservation act of 1975 epca as amended prescribes energy conservation standards for various consumer products and certain commercial and industrial equipment including direct heating equipment. in this notice the u.s. department of energy doe proposes to amend its definitions pertaining to direct heating equipment. specifically doe is proposing to change to the definition of vented hearth heater a type of direct heating equipment to clarify the scope of the current exclusion for those vented hearth heaters that are decorative hearth products. the proposed modification to the existing exclusion would shift the focus from the current maximum input capacity limitation i.e. 9 000 btu h to a number of other factors including the absence of a standing pilot light or other continuously burning ignition source. doe has tentatively concluded that these amendments would result in increased energy savings overall as well as for the types of units under the exclusion. the notice also announces a public meeting to receive comment on these proposed amendments to the definition for vented hearth heater and associated analyses and results.
substantial product hazard list hand-held hair dryers 4 pages english the consumer product safety improvement act of 2008 cpsia authorizes the united states consumer product safety commission commission to specify by rule for any consumer product or class of consumer products characteristics whose existence or absence shall be deemed a substantial product hazard under certain circumstances. in this document the commission is proposing a rule to determine that any hand-held hair dryer without integral immersion protection presents a substantial product hazard.
energy conservation program for consumer products test procedure for microwave ovens 13 pages english . the u.s. department of energy doe proposes to amend its test procedures for microwave ovens under the energy policy and conservation act to provide for the measurement of standby mode and off mode power use by microwave ovens. the proposed amendments incorporate into the doe test procedure provisions from the international electrotechnical commission standard iec 62301 household electrical appliances measurement of standby power first edition 2005-06 as well as language to clarify application of these provisions for measuring standby mode and off mode power in microwave ovens. the proposed amendments would also correct a technical error in the calculation of microwave test cooking energy output
energy conservation program test procedure for microwave ovens notice of proposed rulemaking and announcement of public meeting - the u.s. department of energy doe proposes to amend the existing test procedure for microwave ovens to provide additional specification for the test conditions related to microwave oven clock displays and microwave ovens with network functions. doe is also proposing editorial changes to add a section title inadvertently omitted and to revise two incorrect cross-references. as part of this proposal doe is announcing a public meeting to collect comments and data on its proposal.
equipment authorization and electronic labeling for wireless devices 29 pages in english prethis document proposes updates to the rules that govern the evaluation and approval of rf devices. the commission last comprehensively reviewed its equipment authorization procedures more than fifteen years ago. the rf equipment ecosystem has significantly expanded in that time and the manner in which todays rf equipment is now designed manufactured and marketed--as well as the sheer number of devices subject to authorization--warrant the proposed rule modifications. pre
hearing aid-compatible mobile handsets 11 pages in english prein this document the federal communications commission commission modernizes its wireless hearing aid compatibility rules. the commission adopts these rules to ensure that people with hearing loss have full access to innovative handsets and technologies. pre
improvements to benchmarks and related requirements governing hearing aid-compatible mobile handsets 11 pages in english prein this document the federal communications commission commission seeks comment on revisions to the commissions wireless hearing aid compatibility rules. the commission proposes to adopt a consensus approach developed cooperatively by consumer advocates and industry trade associations which would require manufacturers and service providers to increase the percentage of new wireless handset models that are hearing aid compatible over time culminating in a system in which all wireless handset models are accessible to people with hearing loss. pre
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product noise labeling hearing protection devices proposed rule the environmental protection agency epa proposes to revise the noise labeling standards for hearing protection devices hpd . these standards have not been amended since 1979 and technologies have evolved and improved in the interim. the proposed revisions provide manufacturers with newly developed testing methodologies that are the most appropriate to assess and label hearing protection devices and to allow legitimate hearing protection products to be sold as such in u.s. markets. in particular this action should result in the availability of a new generation of significantly improved devices that are precluded from entering the marketplace as hearing protectors by the 1979 regulation. finally the agency is mindful of the relatively large percentage of small entities that comprise the hpd industry. in recognition of the evolutionary changes in marketing and selling products brought about by the internet and in order to minimize the potential economic burden on manufacturers that sell their products exclusively over the internet the agency is proposing to allow electronic labeling as a means for certain manufacturers to comply with the labeling requirements of this proposed rule
trade regulation rule relating to power output claims for amplifiers utilized in home entertainment products 3 pages in english . the federal trade commission ftc requests public comment on its trade regulation rule relating to power output claims for amplifiers utilized in home entertainment products
proposed vehicular digital multimedia evidence recording system standard in an effort to obtain comments from interested parties the u.s. department of justice office of justice programs national institute of justice nij will make available to the general public an initial draft standard entitled vehicular digital multimedia evidence recording system standard. this is a minimum performance standard for vehicular digital multimedia evidence recording systems used by law enforcement officers for recording events occurring in and around the vehicle. this standard contains minimum design and performance requirements that equipment must meet and the test methods used to verify performance. the opportunity to provide comments on this document is open to industry technical representatives public safety agencies and organizations forensic video analysts research development and scientific communities and all other stakeholders and interested parties. the nij is especially requesting input related to environmental requirements of importance to end users
rule concerning disclosures regarding energy consumption and water use of certain home appliances and other products required under the energy policy and conservation act appliance labeling rule 20 pages in english section 325 of the energy independence and security act of 2007 provides the commission with authority to promulgate energy labeling rules for certain consumer electronics including televisions. on 16 march 2009 the commission sought comment on whether it should require energy disclosures for these products. after reviewing the comments received the commission is proposing to require energyguide labels on televisions to hel consumers with their purchasing decisions. as part of this effort the commission has scheduled a public meeting on 16 april 2010 from 9 00 a.m. to 1 00 p.m
energy efficiency program test procedure for televisions request for information and request for comments 5 pages english the u.s. department of energy doe is initiating the rulemaking and data collection process to develo a test procedure for televisions. to inform interested parties and to facilitate this process doe has gathered data identifying several issues associated with the currently available test procedures on which doe is particularly interested in receiving comment. the issues outlined in this document mainly concern televisions in active mode they do not for example include issues related to low power modes . doe welcomes written comments from the public on any subject within the scope of this rulemaking including topics not raised in this request for information
energy conservation program test procedure for television sets 37 pages in english the u.s. department of energy doe proposes to establish a new test procedure for television sets tvs . doe repealed the prior federal test procedure for tvs on 20 october 2009 due to petitions from the california energy commission cec and the consumer electronics association cea . cec and cea petitioned for the repeal in light of the 13 june 2009 federal communications commission fcc transition from analog to digital broadcast transmissions for tvs. in their petitions the cec requested repeal of the regulatory provisions establishing the test procedure and defining television set and the cea petitioned for does adoption of the international electrochemical commissions iecs test procedure iec standard 62087-2008 methods of measurement for the power consumption of audio video and related equipment. doe is proposing a new test procedure for tvs that was developed from existing industry test procedures including those by iec environmental protection agency epa and cea. additionally doe will hold a public meeting to receive and discuss comments on the proposal.
energy and water use labeling for consumer products under the energy policy and conservation act energy labeling rule 5 pages in english . prethe commission proposes conforming amendments to the energy labeling rule rule to require a new department of energy doe test procedure for televisions and establish data reporting requirements for those products. pre
dtv tuner requirements 4 pages in english . this document proposes to advance the date on which all new television receiving equipment must include the capability to receive over-the-air dtv broadcast signals from1 july 2007 to a date no later than 31 december 2006. this revision would require all television receivers to include dtv tuners on a schedule not later than the statutory target date for the end of the dtv transition when analog television service is to end. this proposal is intended to apply the dtv tuner requirement to all tv receivers on an advanced schedule that will allow a more rapid completion of the dtv transition while providing manufacturers with adequate time to include dtv tuners in all their tv products
computer and television recovery and recycling act hb 344 6 pages in english requires manufacturers of computer equipment and televisions to adopt and implement a recovery plan providing for collection recycling and reuse requires manufacturers to affix a label before a manufacturer may offer computer equipment or televisions for sale
passenger equipment safety standards miscellaneous amendments and attachments of safety appliances on passenger equipment 26 pages in english fra is proposing to clarify and amend its existing regulations in an effort to address various mechanical issues relevant to the manufacture efficient utilization and safe operation of passenger equipment and trains that have arisen since fras original issuance of the passenger equipment safety standards. fra proposes miscellaneous amendments to its existing regulations in five areas by clarifying the terminology related to piston travel indicators providing alternative design and additional inspection criteria for new passenger equipment not designed to allow inspection of the application and release of the brakes from outside the equipment permitting some latitude in the use of passenger equipment with redundant air compressors when a limited number of the compressors become inoperative recognizing current locomotive manufacturing techniques by permitting an alternative pneumatic pressure test for main reservoirs and adding provisions to ensure the proper securement of unattended equipment. fra is also clarifying the existing regulatory requirements related to the attachment of safety appliances and is proposing an identification and inspection protocol to address passenger equipment containing welded safety appliances or welded safety appliance brackets or supports. finally fra is proposing to permit railroads the ability to apply out of-service credit to certain periodic maintenance requirements
passenger train emergency systems 38 pages in english this notice of proposed rulemaking nprm is intended to further the safety of passenger train occupants through both enhancements and additions to fras existing requirements for emergency systems on passenger trains. in this nprm fra proposes to enhance existing requirements for emergency window exits and to establish requirements for rescue access windows to evacuate passenger train occupants. fra also proposes to enhance passenger train emergency system requirements by expanding the application of requirements that are currently applicable only to passenger trains operating at speeds in excess of 125 mph tier ii passenger trains to passenger trains operating at speeds at or below 125 mph tier i passenger trains these proposed enhancements would require that tier i passenger trains be equipped with public address and intercom systems for emergency communication and that passenger cars provide emergency roof access for use by emergency responders. fra is proposing to apply certain of the requirements to both existing and new passenger equipment while other requirements would apply to new passenger equipment only
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energy resources lighting efficiency hazardous waste california assembly bill ab 1109 7 pages in english . the state of california has approved ab 1109 requiring manufacturers to reduce the levels of toxins in lighting products such as mercury in fluorescent and lead in incandescents
energy conservation program request for exclusion of 100 watt r20 short incandescent reflector lam from energy conservation standards 14 pages english the energy policy and conservation act of 1975 epca as amended prescribes energy conservation standards for various consumer products and certain commercial and industrial equipment including incandescent reflector lamps irls . the u.s. department of energy doe received a petition from the national electrical manufacturers association requesting the initiation of a rulemaking to exclude from coverage under epca standards a certain type of irl marketed for use in pool and spa applications. specifically the lam at issue is a 100-watt r20 short having a maximum overall length of 3 and 5 8 or 3.625 inches irl r20 short lamp . doe published this petition and a request for comment in the federal register on 23 december 2010. from its evaluation of the petition and careful consideration of the public comments doe decided to grant the petition for rulemaking. doe published a request for information in the federal register on 8 september 2011. based on the comments received and additional data gathered by doe doe proposes to exclude r20 short lamps from coverage under the epca energy conservation standards
energy efficiency program for consumer products public meeting and availability of the framework document for fluorescent lam ballasts 3 pages in english . the department of energy doe is initiating the rulemaking and data collection process to consider establishing amended energy conservation standards for certain fluorescent lam ballasts and to consider whether energy conservation standards should apply to additional fluorescent lam ballasts. doe has prepared a framework document which details the analytical approach and identifies several issues on which doe is particularly interested in receiving comment. doe is requesting preliminary comments on the fluorescent lam ballast test procedure in this framework document
energy efficiency program test procedures for fluorescent lam ballasts in standby mode the u.s. department of energy doe is proposing amendments to its test procedures for fluorescent lam ballasts under the energy policy and conservation act. these amendments address the measurement of energy consumption of fluorescent lam ballasts in the standby and off modes
energy conservation program test procedures for fluorescent lam ballasts 33 pages english the u.s. department of energy doe proposes major revisions to its test procedures for fluorescent lam ballasts established under the energy policy and conservation act. the proposed test method would eliminate the use of photometric measurements in favor of purely electrical measurements with the goal of reducing measurement variation. doe proposes a set of transfer functions to convert the measured ballast electrical efficiency to a ballast efficacy factor value. these revisions however do not concern the measurement of energy consumption of ballasts in the standby and off modes which doe addressed in another rulemaking. doe also announces a public meeting to receive comment on the issues presented in this notice.
energy conservation program energy conservation standards for fluorescent lam ballasts 90 pages english the energy policy and conservation act epca prescribes energy conservation standards for various consumer products and commercial and industrial equipment including fluorescent lam ballasts ballasts . epca also requires the u.s. department of energy doe to determine if amended standards for ballasts are technologically feasible and economically justified and would save a significant amount of energy and to determine whether to adopt standards for additional ballasts not already covered by federal standards. in this nopr doe proposes amended energy conservation standards for those ballasts currently subject to standards and new standards for certain ballasts not currently covered by standards. this nopr also announces a public meeting to receive comment on these proposed standards and associated analyses and results
energy conservation program test procedures for fluorescent lam ballasts 6 pages in english the u.s. department of energy doe proposes to amend its testprocedures for fluorescent lam ballasts. proposed changes include adopting text at its regulations concerning test procedures for the measurement of energy and water consumption to clarify the requirement to use the test procedures in appendix q1 to demonstrate compliancewith the new and revised energy conservation standards that apply to fluorescent lam ballasts manufactured on or after 14 november 2014. these revisions follow the intent of the fluorescent lam ballast test procedure final rule to support any new or revised energy conservation standards at the time those standards require compliance. this notice of proposed rulemaking nopr would also correct the formula for power factor which contained a mathematical error as adopted in that final rule
energy conservation program clarification of test procedures for fluorescent lam ballasts 8 pages in english prethe u.s. department of energy doe proposes to clarify its test procedures for fluorescent lam ballasts established under the energy policy and conservation act. doe is proposing to replace all instances of ballast efficacy factor bef with ballast luminous efficiency ble in our regulations and to add rounding instructions to the same section for ble and power factor. doe also proposes to clarify the represented value instructions for power factor. finally doe is proposing to revise appendix q to clarify the lamp-ballast pairings for testing. pre
energy conservation program energy conservation standards for general service fluorescent lamps and incandescent reflector lamps proposed rule doe is proposing amended energy conservation standards for certain general service fluorescent lamps gsfl gsfl and incandescent reflector lamps irl and new energy conservation standards for certain additional gsfl not currently covered by standards
filtered flight data 10 pages english the faa proposes to amend the digital flight data recorder dfdr regulations by prohibiting the filtering of some original parameter sensor signals. this proposed rule is based on recommendations issued by the national transportation safety board and is intended to improve the accuracy and quality of the data recorded on dfdrs and used during accident and incident investigations
positive train control systems proposed rule fra proposes regulations implementing a requirement of the rail safety improvement act of 2008 that certain passenger and freight railroads install positive train control systems. the proposal includes required functionalities of the technology and the means by which it would be certified. the proposal also describes the contents of the positive train control implementation plans required by the statute and contains the proposed process for submission of those plans for review and approval by fra. these proposed regulations could also be voluntarily complied with by entities not mandated to install positive train control systems
locomotive safety standards fra proposes to revise the existing regulations containing railroad locomotive safety standards. the proposed revisions would update consolidate and clarify the existing regulations. the proposal incorporates existing industry and engineering best practices related to locomotives and locomotive electronics. this includes the development of a safety analysis for new locomotive electronic systems. fra believes this proposal will modernize and improve its safety regulatory program related to locomotives
passenger equipment safety standards front-end strength of cab cars and multiple-unit locomotives 26 pages in english the department of transportation federal railroad administration dot fra is proposing to further the safety of passenger train occupants by amending existing regulations to enhance structural strength requirements for the front end of cab cars and multiple-unit locomotives. these enhancements would include the addition of deformation and energy absorption requirements specified in revised american public transportation association apta standards for front-end collision posts and corner posts for this equipment. fra is also proposing to make miscellaneous clarifying amendments to current regulations for the structural strength of passenger equipment
electronically controlled pneumatic brake systems 3 pages in english . department of transportation federal railroad administration dot fra proposes revisions to the regulations governing freight power brakes and equipment by adding a new subpart addressing electronically controlled pneumatic ecp brake systems
heavy-duty smoke emissions test and heavy-duty vehicle emissions control system inspections 7 pages in english on 29 september 2004 assembly bill 1009 ab1009 was signed into law amending health and safety code section 43701. the amendments require arb to develo and implement in consultation with the california highway patrol regulations to ensure that heavy-duty commercial vehicles hdcvs operating in california are equipped with engines that at the time of manufacture met standards that were at least as stringent as emission standards promulgated by the united states environmental protection agency u. s. epa . in adopting ab 1009 the legislature found that heavy-duty vehicles equipped with engines emitting greater levels of oxides of nitrogen nox and particulate matter pm than those designed to meet standards adopted by the u. s. epa contribute to higher levels of ozone and pm and pose a threat to public health in california. arb staffs proposal is designed to meet the requirements of the legislation. in developing its proposal arb staff met with stakeholders from companies that operate hdcvs in california representatives from manufacturer-authorized hdcv service providers representatives from the california highway patrol and other interested parties at public workshops held on 16 may 2005 and 17 june 2005
guide concerning fuel economy advertising for new automobiles 2 pages in english . as part of the commissions systematic review of all current ftc rules and guides the commission requests public comment on the overall costs benefits necessity and regulatory and economic impact of the ftcs guide concerning fuel economy advertising for new automobiles. the commission is also seeking comments on whether the guide should be amended in light of recent amendments to the environmental protection agencys epa fuel economy labelling rules for new automobiles
proposed amendments to the emission control and smog index labels requirements 5 pages in english . the california air resources board will conduct a public hearing on 21 june 2007 to consider adopting amendments to the emissions control and smog label regulation. the proposed amendments would revise the smog index in the existing smog index label and establish a global warming index to be incorporated into that label
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minimum safety standards for construction of type i school buses 4 pages in english by this notice the department is proposing to amend this part pursuant to 625 ilcs 5 12-815.2 that requires school buses manufactured on or after january 1 2006 to be equipped with a noise suppression switch capable of turning off noise producing accessories. those accessories include but are not limited to heater blowers defroster fans auxiliary fans and radios. the requirements for the noise suppression switch are being included in section 440.420 vv wiring
minimum standards for oregon school buses 60 pages in english . updates school bus construction standards based on changes in national industry standards
minimum school bus specifications english 87 pages amends 575 iac 1 to consolidate and update minimum school bus specifications
vehicle certification contents of certification labels 4 pages english this document proposes to clarify the national highway traffic safety administration nhtsa regulations that prescribe the format and contents of certification labels that manufacturers are statutorily required to affix to motor vehicles manufactured for sale in the united states. the proposal would require specified language on the certification labels for certain types of vehicles.
proposed amendments to fire safety standards for school buses 5 pages english the purpose of this action is to amend regulations for fire safety standards for school buses to conform to senate bill 369 chapter 453 acts of 2011. these amendments require all school buses procured after january 1 2014 to conform to the new fire safety standards for school buses. also this action updates and makes technical manufacturers corrections to type i and type ii school vehicle inspection regulations
construction standards for school buses a new part 440 is being introduced to replace the old part. simultaneous with this proposed part the department will propose to repeal 92 ill. adm. code 442 minimum safety standards for the construction of type ii school buses . the departments goal for these proposed rulemakings is to reorganize part 440 and combine the school bus construction standards for both type i gross vehicle weight rating gvwr of 10 001 lbs or more and type ii gvwr of 10 000 lbs or less school buses into one part. this part is being named illinois construction standards for school buses to accommodate both types of school buses. generally type i and type ii school buses meet the same federal motor vehicle safety standards fmvss as mandated by the national highway traffic safety administration nhtsa . type ii school buses are smaller vehicles with standards appropriately corresponding to smaller vehicles. in this newly created part 440 the department is proposing to apply the same standards to both type i and type ii school buses whenever possible. exceptions and variances for smaller type ii buses are provided throughout this new part.
body standards for school buses seat belts for driver and passengers concerns rules and regulations regarding seat belts on school buses manufactured on or after 21 february 2019.
school bus construction standards changes the construction standards as recommended by the national school transportation specifications and procedures manual 2015 and the department of educations chapter 44 update grou and requests from the field
americans with disabilities act ada accessibility guidelines for transportation vehicles 1 page in english . the architectural and transportation barriers compliance board access board has released for review draft revisions to the americans with disabilities act ada accessibility guidelines for transportation vehicles. the draft revisions to the guidelines cover only buses vans and similar vehicles. draft revisions to the guidelines for other modes will be issued later. comments will be accepted on the draft revisions to the guidelines. the access board will consider those comments prior to issuing a notice of proposed rulemaking to update the guidelines
bus testing phase-in of brake performance and emissions testing and program updates 10 pages in english . federal transit administration proposes changes to the bus testing regulation to incorporate tests for brake performance and emissions into ftas bus testing program
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federal motor vehicle safety standards child restraint systems 11 pages english the administration has been mandated by congress to consider whether to prescribe clearer and simpler labels and instructions for child restraints. this notice reviews research the administration has conducted on child restraint labels and proposes changes to those labels and to the written instructions that accompany child restraints. the administration is proposing changes to the format location and content of some of the existing requirements. and is also proposing a new labeling requirement for harness slots
tyre safety information 32 pages in english the department proposes to establish a new federal motor vehicle safety standard that contains provisions to improve the labelling of tyres to assist consumers in identifying tyres that may be the subject of a safety recall. it also contains proposals for providing other consumer information to increase public awareness of the importance and methods of observing motor vehicle tyre load limits and maintaining proper tyre inflation levels for the safe operation of a motor vehicle. the proposals would apply to all new and retreaded tyres for use on vehicles with a gross vehicle weight rating of 10 000 pounds or less and to all vehicles with a gross vehicle weight rating of 10 000 pounds or less except or motorcycles and low speed vehicles. the department will also be proposing upgraded safety performance requirements for tyres in a forthcoming proposal which would also be included in this new standard
federal motor vehicle safety standards tires 36 pages english this document proposes to establish new and more stringent tire performance requirements in a new federal motor vehicle safety standard that would apply to all new tires for use on vehicles with a gross vehicle weight rating of 10 000 pounds or less. the administration recently proposed to establish a new tire standard standard no.139 in a december 2001 nprm on tire safety information. todays document proposes to include the new tire performance requirements in that standard. this document seeks comments on the proposed new standard including its applicability and test procedures modifications to related existing standards and lead time provided for manufacturers to achieve compliance. it also seeks comments on the possible future specification of shearography analysis a technique which evaluates the condition of a tire using laser technology. finally it seeks comments on the administrations research plans
federal motor vehicle safety standards child restraint systems 47 pages english this document proposes a number of revisions to the federal safety standard for child restraint systems including proposals for incorporating improved test dummies and updated procedures used to test child restraints new or revised inquiry criteria to assess the dynamic performance of child restraints and extension of the standard to apply it to child restraints recommended for use by children u to 65 pounds. this action is intended to make child restrains even more effective in protecting children from the risk of death or serious injury in motor vehicle crashes
federal motor vehicle theft prevention standard 13 pages english the administration is required to issue this proposal to extend the parts marking requirements to all passenger cars and multipurpose passenger vehicles with a gross vehicle weight rating of 6 000 pounds or less and to light duty trucks with major parts that are interchangeable with a majority of the covered major parts of multipurpose passenger vehicles
federal motor vehicle safety standards accelerator control systems 13 pages english this document proposes to revise the federal motor vehicle safety standard for accelerator control systems. when the standard was originally drafted and issued most systems were mechanical. now increasing numbers of systems are electronic electric or hybrid. the revised standard would explicitly apply to these systems and contain provisions addressing the distinctive failure modes of each type of system
federal motor vehicle safety standards hydraulic and electric brake systems 5 pages in english this document proposes to amend the federal motor vehicle safety standard on hydraulic and electric brake systems to extend the current minimum performance requirements and associated test procedures for parking brake systems to all vehicles with a gross vehicle weight rating greater than 10 000 pounds 4 536 kilograms
labeling requirements for alternative fuels and alternative fueled vehicles 9 pages in english the commission is commencing a rulemaking proceeding to amend the alternative fueled vehicle afv label specified in the commissions rule concerning labeling requirements for alternative fuels and alternative fueled vehicles rule . the commission proposes amending the rules afv label for new vehicles by either updating or deleting the environmental protection agency epa emission certification standards the rule requires be disclosed and by adding a reference to epas green vehicle guide. in this proceeding the commission also is conducting a review of this rule pursuant to the commissions regulatory review programme. the notice includes a description of the procedures to be followed an invitation to submit written comments and questions and issues upon which the commission particularly desires comments
control of emissions of air pollution from nonroad diesel engines and fuel 278 pages in english the agency is proposing new emission standards for nonroad diesel engines and sulfur reductions in nonroad diesel fuel that will dramatically reduce emissions attributed to nonroad diesel engines. this comprehensive national program will regulate nonroad diesel engines and diesel fuel as a system. new engine standards will begin to take effect in the 2008 model year. these standards are based on the use of advanced exhaust emission control devices. nonroad diesel fuel sulfur reductions of u to99 from existing levels will provide significant health benefits as well as facilitate the introduction of high-efficiency catalytic exhaust emission control devices as these devices are damaged by sulfur. these fuel controls would begin in mid 2007. todays nonroad proposal is largely based on the agencys 2007 highway diesel program
federal motor vehicle safety standards transmission shift lever sequence starter interlock and transmission braking effect 11 pages in english this document proposes to amend the starter interlock requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 102 to permit a vehicles engine to sto and restart automatically after the driver has initially started the vehicle. the amendment would facilitate the development of propulsion systems such as hybrid electric systems that conserve energy and reduce emissions by stopping the engine internal combustion engine when it is not needed. to prevent inadvertent vehicle motion in reverse gear that may result from a driver shifting error the proposed amendment would allow a propulsion system to start and sto automatically in reverse gear only if the system exhibits at least a minimum cree force when the engine is stopped
federal motor vehicle safety standards brake hoses 41 pages english the administration proposes to update the federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 106 on brake hoses to incorporate the substantive specifications of several society of automotive engineers recommended practices relating to hydraulic brake hoses vacuum brake hoses air brake hoses and plastic air brake tubing
federal motor vehicle safety standards occupant crash protection 15 pages in english this document proposes to require all designated seating positions in rear seats other than side-facing seats be equipped with integral lap shoulder safety belts
federal motor vehicle safety standards occupant crash protection 8 pages in english nhtsa proposes to amend federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 208 occupant crash protection fmvss no. 208 to establish the same maximum test speed and phase-in schedule for the belted barrier test using the 5thpercentile adult female test dummy as is required for belted tests using the 50th percentile adult male test dummy. the effect of this proposal would be to increase the maximum belted frontal barrier crash test speed for the smaller dummy from 48 km h 30 mph to 56 km h 35mph
federal motor vehicle safety standards controls and displays 24 pages in english in this document we propose to update and expand our standard regulating motor vehicle controls and displays. the standard requires among other things that certain controls telltales and indicators be identified by specified symbols or words. the nprm proposes to require the mandatory use of symbols for the identification of these controls telltales and indicators as well as for additional controls telltales and indicators. the nprm also proposes to extend the standards display requirements to vehicles with a gross vehicle weight rating gvwr greater than 10 000 pounds. finally the nprm proposes to update the standards requirements for multi-function controls and displays to make the requirements appropriate for advanced systems
federal motor vehicle safety standards seat belt assemblies proposed rule 10 pages english in this document nhtsa proposes to amend the federal motor vehicle safety standard for seat belt assemblies to redefine the requirements and to establish a new test methodology for emergency-locking retractors. this rulemaking is in response to a petition for rulemaking submitted by a trade association representing manufacturers of occupant restraints. if adopted the amendments would establish a new acceleration corridor add a figure illustrating the acceleration corridor provide tolerance on angle measurements and employ the same instrumentation specifications currently found in other federal motor vehicle safety standards containing crash tests
schedule of fees authorized by 49 u.s.c. 30141 5 pages in english bareme des redevances prevues pour lexercice budgetaire2005 et jusqua nouvel avis par les dispositions de la section30141 du titre49 du code des etats-unis concernant lenregistrement des importateurs et limportation de vehicules automobiles non certifies conformes aux normes federales de securite concernant les vehicules automobiles fmvss . ces redevances sont necessaires a la poursuite du programme denregistrement des importateurs
civil penalties 4pages in english this document proposes to increase the maximum aggregate civil penalties for violations of statutes and regulations administered by nhtsa pertaining to motor vehicle safety bumper standards and consumer information. this action would be taken pursuant to the federal civil monetary penalty inflation adjustment act of 1990 as amended by the debt collection improvement act of 1996 which requires us to review and as warranted adjust penalties based on inflation at least every four years
federal motor vehicle safety standards child restraint systems child restraint systems recordkeeping requirements 10 pages in english . this document proposes to amend the content of the owner registration form required by the federal child restraint standard to allow information about registering on-line to be on the card. the proposed amendments would enhance the opportunity of consumers to register their restraints online which may increase registration rates. the proposal would also better enable manufacturers to supplement recall notification via first-class mail with e-mail notification which may increase the number of owners learning of a recall and responding to it. this nprm also proposes that the telephone number that manufacturers must provide on child restraint labels for the purpose of enabling consumers to register by telephone must be a u.s. number
event data recorders 22 pages in english this proposal addresses event data recorders edrs i.e. devices that record safety information about motor vehicles involved in crashes. manufacturers have been voluntarily installing edrs as standard equipment in increasingly larger numbers of light vehicles in recent years. they are now being installed in the vast majority of new vehicles. the information collected by edrs aids investigations of the causes of crashes and injuries and makes it possible to better define and address safety problems. the information can be used to improve motor vehicle safety systems and standards. as the use and capabilities of edrs increase opportunities for additional safety benefits especially with regard to emergency medical treatment may become available. we are not presently proposing to require the installation of edrs in any motor vehicles. we are proposing to 1 require that the edrs voluntarily installed in light vehicles record a minimum set of specified data elements useful for crash investigations analysis of the performance of safety equipment e.g. advanced restraint systems and automatic collision notification systems 2 specify requirements for data format 3 increase the survivability of the edrs and their data by requiring that the edrs function during and after the front side and rear vehicle crash tests specified in several federal motor vehicle safety standards 4 require vehicle manufacturers to make publicly available information that would enable crash investigators to retrieve data from the edr and 5 require vehicle manufacturers to include a brief standardized statement in the owners manual indicating that the vehicle is equipped with an edr and describing the purposes of edrs
vehicles built in two or more stages 18 pages in english en el documento notificado se propone modificar cinco partes distintas del titulo49 para establecer un sistema normativo global destinado al tratamiento de las cuestiones de certificacion relativas a los vehiculos construidos en dos o mas etapas y en menor medida a los vehiculos transformados. en caso de adoptarse la propuesta notificada crea un nuevo proceso de exencion temporal limitado a los fabricantes de la etapa final y a los transformadores asigna de mejor forma las responsabilidades juridicas entre los fabricantes de vehiculos incompletos y los de la etapa final y preve un plazo automatico de un ano para las nuevas prescripciones en materia de seguridad aplicables a los fabricantes de la etapa final y a los transformadores a menos que la epa determine que es adecuado un plazo mayor o menor
nhtsas four-year plan for hydrogen fuel cell and alternative fuel vehicle safety research 2pages english this notice announces the availability of a planning document that describes the scope and timeline of nhtsas proposed research program addressing safety and fuel economy assessment of hydrogen-powered fuel cell and internal combustion engine vehicles. ensuring that hydrogen internal combustion engine ice and fuel cell powered vehicles provide a level of safety comparable to that of other vehicles currently in use in the united states requires a substantial research effort. hydrogen-powered vehicles will utilize many advanced and unique technologies that have not been tested in the transportation environment. very little data are available concerning the safe performance of these vehicles because so few exist they are typically prototypes handled by specially trained personnel. many manufacturers however are substantially investing in producing and marketing these vehicles in the near future. as these vehicles are deployed into the fleet the safety of hydrogen as a fuel and the safety of alternative fuel vehicles in crashes becomes an important issue for public safety. a failure to adequately address safety concerns in the earliest stages of development could have a negative impact on the deployment of this new technology. corollary efforts by nhtsa that are covered in the plan address fuel economy and international harmonization of global technical regulations for hydrogen vehicles. the agency will analyze the potential increases in the fleet fuel economy. nhtsa will also work with its international counterparts to determine the content of regulations pertaining to fuel cell and ice hydrogen vehicles. nhtsa seeks public review and comment on the planning document. comments received will be evaluated and incorporated as appropriate into planned agency activities
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federal motor vehicle safety standards designated seating positions and seat belt assembly anchorages 15 pages in english . we are proposing to amend the definition of designated seating position in the federal motor vehicle safety standards fmvsss and to establish a new procedure for determining the number of designated seating positions on bench and split bench seats. this document also proposes to apply that procedure to all types of vehicles regardless of weight and eliminate the existing exclusion for temporary or folding jum seats. the proposed rule would also revise test procedures for seat belt anchorage requirements so that they are suitable for side-facing temporary or folding jum seats. nhtsas goal in proposing these amendments is to improve the objectivity of the designated seating position definition and thereby facilitate efforts of the agency to ensure that the number of designated seating positions and occupant restraint systems in a vehicle is representative of real world occupancy. the proposed rule would also revise the general incorporation by reference provision for the fmvsss by providing a centralized index of all matters therein incorporated by reference
anthropomorphic test devices hybrid iii-10 year old child test dummy 20 pages in english . todays nprm proposes specifications and qualification requirements for the new test dummy that is representative of a 10-year-old child. nhtsa plans to use the new 10-year-old child test dummy to test child restraints under federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 213 and in other applications. the dummy has the capability to be placed in a slouched posture which allows the evaluation of vehicle belt systems under real world occupant conditions
federal motor vehicle safety standards occupant crash protection 10 pages in english . this nprm would amend federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 208 occupant crash protection by proposing test procedures applicable to vehicles that have a child restraint anchorage system commonly referred to as a latch system in a front passenger seating position and that comply with advanced air bag requirements through the use of a suppression system. beginning 1 september 2006 these vehicles must suppress the air bag in the presence of a child restraint system that is attached to the vehicles latch system. the procedures proposed in this document specify a repeatable reproducible and realistic method of attaching child restraints to the latch system for the suppression test
identification requirements for buses manufactured in two or more stages 7 pages english . this document proposes to amend part 567 to require that in addition to the vehicle identification number additional information be recorded on the certification label of each bus manufactured in two or more stages. the information would identify the bus body manufacturer and various vehicle attributes. this document also proposes to add a new part 584 to require manufacturers of bus bodies for buses manufactured in two or more stages to obtain a manufacturers identifier and to provide information to nhtsa about the bus bodies manufactured
federal motor vehicle safety standards child restraint systems 12 pages in english . this document responds to section 4 b and section 3 b 2 of antons law which directed nhtsa to initiate rulemaking on child restraint system safety with a specific focus on booster seats and restraints for children who weigh more than 50pounds lb . after the enactment of antons law this agency increased the applicability of federal motor vehicle safety standard fmvss no. 213 child restraint systems from restraints recommended for children u to 50 lb to restraints recommended for children u to 65 lb. todays document proposes a further expansion to restraints recommended for children u to 80 lb. it also proposes to require booster seats and other restraints to meet performance criteria when tested with a crash test dummy representative of a 10-year-old child. section 4 a and all other provisions of section 3 were addressed in rulemaking documents issued previously by nhtsa
title number of pages and languages of the notified document federal motor vehicle safety standards rearview mirrors 19 pages in english . in response to a petition for rulemaking this document proposes to require straight trucks with a gross vehicle weight rating gvwr of between 4 536kilograms 10 000 pounds and 11 793 kilograms 26 000 pounds to be equipped with a rear object detection system. the purpose of the proposed requirement is to alert drivers to persons and objects directly behind the vehicle thereby reducing backing-related deaths and injuries. this notice proposes two compliance options. vehicle manufacturers could satisfy the proposed requirement either by installing a mirror system or rear video system that would make the area to the rear of the vehicle visible to the driver. the notice also asks a series of questions to hel the agency determine whether the proposed requirements should be extended to vehicles in other weight classes and whether existing straight trucks engaged in interstate commerce should be retrofitted to meet the proposed requirements as part of a future rulemaking
surge brake requirements 5 pages in english in response to a petition for rulemaking from the surge brake coalition the federal motor carrier safety administration proposes to amend the federal motor carrier safety regulations fmcsrs to allow the use of automatic hydraulic inertia brake systems surge brakes on trailers operated in interstate commerce. a surge brake is a self-contained permanently closed hydraulic brake system activated in response to the braking action of the tow vehicle. the amount of trailer braking effort developed is proportional to the total trailer weight and deceleration rate of the tow vehicle. currently surge brakes are not considered by fmcsa to comply with the fmcsrs specifying that all brakes with which a motor vehicle is equipped must at all times be capable of operating and that a single application valve must when applied operate all the service brakes on the motor vehicle or combination of motor vehicles. the intent of this rulemaking is to adopt performance-based brake system requirements to allow the use of surge brakes on certain combinations of commercial motor vehicles based upon engineering test data submitted by the surge brake coalition
federal motor vehicle safety standards air brake systems 13 pages in english . the agency is proposing to amend our air brake standard to improve the stopping distance performance of truck tractors. based on current safety trend data and brake system technologies for truck tractors we are proposing to reduce the required stopping distance for these vehicles by 20 to 30 per cent. we have tentatively concluded that truck tractors are capable of achieving a reduction in stopping distance within this range with existing technologies. we also discuss research and request comment concerning improving the braking performance of other types of heavy vehicles i.e. trailers straight trucks and buses. the agency may address improved braking performance for these other vehicles in a future rulemaking
federal motor vehicle safety standards lamps reflective devices and associated equipment 46 pages in english our safety standard on lamps reflective devices and associated equipment specifies performance requirements intended to reduce the incidence of vehicle crashes by providing adequate illumination of the roadway and by enhancing motor vehicle conspicuity in daylight darkness and other conditions of reduced visibility. as a result of various safety initiatives and technological advances in vehicle lighting numerous amendments to the regulatory text have left the standard unwieldy and unnecessarily complicated. in addition the standards provisions have been interpreted frequently by the agency over the past several decades in response to interpretation request letters. this document proposes to amend the standard by reorganizing the regulatory text so that it provides a more straight-forward and logical presentation of the applicable regulatory requirements which includes the agencys interpretation of the existing requirements. this proposal would not impose any new substantive requirements on manufacturers
new car assessment program ncap safety labelling 10 pages in english one of the provisions of the recently enacted safe accountable flexible efficient transportation equity act a legacy for users safetea-lu requires new passenger vehicles to be labelled with safety rating information published by the national highway traffic safety administrations new car assessment program. this document proposes a regulation to implement that new labelling requirement beginning 1september 2007
fuel economy labelling of motor vehicles revisions to improve calculation of fuel economy estimates proposed rule 88 pages in english the environmental protection agency epa is proposing changes to the test methods used to calculate the fuel economy estimates that are posted on window stickers of all new cars and light trucks sold in the united states. a fundamental issue with todays fuel economy estimates is that the underlying test procedures do not fully represent real-world driving conditions. although no single test or set of tests can ever account for the wide variety of conditions experienced by every driver the new fuel economy estimates would more accurately reflect a number of important factors that drivers are likely to experience on the road. these changes will take effect starting with 2008 model year vehicles. under the new methods the city mpg estimates for most vehicles would dro 10 per cent to 20 per cent from todays labels depending on the vehicle. the highway mpg estimates would generally dro 5 per cent to 15 per cent for most vehicles. although todays proposed fuel economy test methods would provide more accurate estimates for many consumers there will always continue to be drivers who get higher or lower fuel economy than the window sticker numbers. currently the same test procedures are used for both the window sticker estimates and the fuel economy values used to determine a manufacturers corporate average fuel economy cafe . however this proposal would not alter the test procedures driving cycles measurement techniques or the calculation methods used to determine cafe
federal motor vehicle safety standards occupant protection in interior impact 8 pages english our safety standard on occupant protection in interior impact requires in part that light vehicles provide head protection when an occupants head strikes upper interior components such as pillars side rails headers and the roof during a crash. for altered vehicles and vehicles built in two or more stages these requirements become effective 1 september 2006. the recreation vehicle industry association and the national truck equipment association petitioned the agency to permanently exclude certain types of altered vehicles and vehicles manufactured in two or more stages from these requirements. this document responds to these petitions for rulemaking and proposes certain amendments to the standard. based on a careful consideration of both the safety benefits of the upper interior protection requirements and practicability concerns relating to vehicles built in two or more stages and certain altered vehicles we are proposing to limit these requirements to only the front seating positions of those vehicles. further we tentatively conclude that it is appropriate to exclude a narrow grou of multi-stage vehicles delivered to the final stage manufacturer without an occupant compartment because of impracticability concerns. we are also proposing to delay the effective date of the head impact protection requirements as they apply to final stage manufacturers and alterers until 1 september 2008
reporting of early warning information 10 pages in english this document proposes amendments to certain provisions of the early warning reporting rule published pursuant to the transportation recall enhancement accountability and documentation tread act. this document proposes to modify and clarify some of the manufacturers reporting requirements under the rule. it would identify a subclass of field reports referred to as product evaluation reports and eliminate the requirement that manufacturers submit copies of them to the agency revise the definition of fire modify reporting relating to fuel systems on medium-heavy vehicles and buses and limit the time period for required updates to a few data elements in reports of deaths and injuries
protection of stratospheric ozone listing of substitutes in the motor vehicle air conditioning sector under the significant new alternatives policy snap program 9 pages in english . under mandate from the clean air act to review and approve alternatives to ozone-depleting substances the environmental protection agency epa proposes to expand and amend the list of acceptable substitutes for ozone-depleting substances ods through the significant new alternatives policy snap program. substitutes addressed in this proposal are for the motor vehicle air conditioning mvac end-use within the refrigeration and air-conditioning sector. the proposed substitutes are non ozone-depleting gases and consequently do not contribute to stratospheric ozone depletion
corporate average fuel economy - request for product plan information for model year 2007-2017 passenger cars and 2010-2017 light trucks 14 pages in english . the purpose of this request for comments is to acquire new and updated information regarding vehicle manufacturers future product plans to aid in implementing the presidents plan for reforming and increasing corporate average fuel economy cafe standards for passenger cars and further increasing the already reformed light truck standards. under this plan the president set a goal of reducing the annual gasoline use in 2017 by u to 8.5 billion gallons. more specifically we are seeking information related to fuel economy improvements for my 2007-2017 passenger cars and my 2010-2017 light trucks. the agency is seeking information in anticipation of obtaining statutory authority to reform the passenger car cafe program and to set standards under that structure for my 2010-2017 passenger cars. the agency is also seeking this information in anticipation of setting standards for my 2012-2017 light trucks. this information will hel the agency in assessing in greater detail the potential levels of future standards under a reformed structure and the impact of those standards on gasoline consumption manufacturers consumers the economy and motor vehicle safety
notice of rule making and proposed rules emissions standards for new motor vehicles 12 pages in english starting with model year 2011 and each model year thereafter no motor vehicle manufacturer dealer or other person shall deliver for sale offer for sale sell import deliver purchase rent lease acquire receive or register a new passenger car light-duty truck or medium-duty passenger vehicle or medium-duty vehicle in the state of new mexico usa unless the vehicle is certified to the california emissions standards california ccr title 13
federal motor vehicle safety standards occupant crash protection 10 pages in english . nhtsa is proposing to amend federal motor vehicle safety standard fmvss no. 208 occupant crash protection to update the child restraint systems crss listed in appendix a of the standard. the crss in appendix a are used by nhtsa to test advanced air bag suppression or low risk deployment systems to ensure that the air bag systems pose no reasonable safety risk to infants and small children in the real world. the amendments proposed would replace some crss listed in appendix a with crss that are more representative of the crs fleet currently on the market. the agency proposes to delete six existing crss and to add five new crss. as the appendix has not been revised since 2003 nhtsa also seeks comment on whether seven other crss in the appendix should be replaced with crss with essentially the same features but more recently produced
protection of stratospheric ozone revision of refrigerant recovery and recycling equipment standards 3 pages in english . the environmental protection agency epa is proposing to update motor vehicle refrigerant recovery and recycling equipment standards. under clean air act section 609 motor vehicle air-conditioning mvac refrigerant handling equipment must be certified by the administrator or an independent organization approved by the administrator and at a minimum must be as stringent as the standards of the society of automotive engineers sae in effect as of the date of the enactment of the clean air act amendments of 1990. in 1997 epa promulgated regulations that required the use of sae standard j2210 hfc-134a recycling equipment for mobile air conditioning systems for certification of mvac refrigerant handling equipment. sae has replaced standard j2210 with j2788 recovery recycle and recovery recycle recharging equipment for hfc-134a refrigerant. to avoid confusion epa is updating its reference to include the new sae standards. this action reflects a change in industry standard practice. this action proposes to revise the epa addresses to send equipment certification forms
federal motor vehicle safety standards platform lifts for motor vehicles platform lift installations in motor vehicles 15 pages in english . nhtsa proposes to amend the platform lift standards to revise the lighting requirements for lift controls the location performance requirements and test specifications for threshold warning signals the specifications for the wheelchair test device the wheelchair retention device and inner roll sto tests and the lighting requirements for public use lifts
average fuel economy standards passenger cars and light trucks model years 2011-2015 proposed rule 37 pages english . proposes substantial increases in the corporate average fuel economy cafe standards for passenger cars and light trucks
california ccr title 17 section 95360 to 95370 article 4 subarticle 5 small containers of automotive refrigerant the state of california proposes to regulate small containers of automotive refrigerant the proposed regulation would establish more stringent requirements than comparable federal regulations requiring improved container technology and product labeling
notice of availability of a draft environmental impact statement deis for new corporate average fuel economy standards 7 pages english nhtsa has prepared a deis to disclose and analyze the potential environmental impacts of proposed corporate average fuel economy cafe standards for model year my 2012-2016 passenger cars and light trucks which nhtsa recently proposed pursuant to the energy independence and security act of 2007 and a reasonable range of alternative standards. to inform decision makers and the public the deis compares the potential environmental impacts of the proposed standards and alternative standards reflecting a full range of stringencies and it analyzes direct indirect and cumulative impacts in proportion to their significance. the deis provides a detailed analysis of potential impacts on energy resources air quality and climate. the deis uses climate modeling and nhtsas own computer model known as the volpe model to provide quantitative estimates of potential impacts on air quality carbon dioxide co2 emissions global mean surface temperature precipitation and sea level rise. the deis provides a qualitative analysis of resources that may be impacted by changes in climate such as freshwater resources terrestrial ecosystems coastal ecosystems land use human health and environmental justice. it examines these impacts on the u.s. and on a global scale. in addition the deis analyzes potential environmental impacts unrelated to climate change.
proposed part 218 emission standards for motor vehicles and motor vehicle engines and part 200 general provisions 34 pages english the department proposes to amend part 218 emission standards for motor vehicles and motor vehicle engines and amend part 200 general provisions. the proposed amendments would simplify the existing zero emission vehicle zev program increase compliance flexibility and create incentives for new zev technology while maintaining the technology forcing nature of the current program. the zev regulations take effect for all 2009 and subsequent model year passenger cars and light-duty trucks. the department is also proposing to adopt californias experimental permit procedures for on-road motor vehicles. this proposal would enable the department to issue anti-tampering exemptions for experimental pollution control devices being tested on vehicles in new york state. the research authorization procedures will take effect for all 1993 and subsequent model year california certified on-road motor vehicles
anthropomorphic test devices hybrid iii test dummy es-2re side impact crash test dummy 8 pages english this notice of proposed rulemaking nprm proposes corrections or minor changes to some of the drawings incorporated by reference by a final rule published on june 16 2008 that responded to petitions for reconsideration of a december 2006 final rule that had adopted specifications and qualification requirements for a new crash test dummy called the es- 2re test dummy. the es-2re is a 50th percentile adult male side impact crash test dummy that will be used in an upgraded federal motor vehicle safety standard on side impact protection and in the agencys new car assessment program. this nprm responds to requests from test dummy manufacturers first technology safety systems ftss and denton atd denton to correct or make minor adjustments to the drawings of the es-2re. this nprm would also correct dimensional errors in figure 22 of 49 cfr part 572 subpart e which depicts the pendulum used in the neck qualification tests of several of the crash test dummies including the hybrid iii and es-2re test dummies.
tier 2 light-duty vehicle and light-duty truck emission standards and gasoline sulfur control requirements 2 pages english on february 10 2000 65 fr 6698 epa published emission standards for light-duty vehicles and light-duty trucks requiring vehicle manufacturers to reduce tailpipe emissions. specifically epa sought to reduce emissions of nitrogen oxides and non-methane hydrocarbons pollutants which contribute to ozone pollution. the rulemaking also required oil refiners to limit the sulfur content of the gasoline they produce. sulfur in gasoline has a detrimental impact on catalyst performance and the sulfur requirements have enabled the introduction of advanced technology emission control systems on motor vehicles. pursuant to section 610 of the regulatory flexibility act epa is now initiating a review of this rule to determine if the provisions related to small entities should be continued without change or should be rescinded or amended to minimize adverse economic impacts on small entities.
federal motor vehicle safety standards lamps reflective devices and associated equipment 5 pages in english nhtsa is proposing to restore the blue and green color boundaries to federal motor vehicle safety standard fmvss no. 108 lamps reflective devices and associated equipment that were removed when the agency published a final rule reorganizing the standard on 4 december 2007
federal motor vehicle safety standards electric-powered vehicles electrolyte spillage and electrical shock protection 18 pages in english this document responds to petitions for reconsideration of a final rule issued by this agency on 14 june 2010. this final rule amended the electrical shock protection requirements to facilitate the development and introduction of fuel cell vehicles a type of electric-powered vehicle and the next generation of hybrid and battery electric powered vehicles. this document addresses issues raised in the petitions for reconsideration relating to the scope and applicability of the standard the definitions in the standard the retention requirements for electric energy storage conversion systems the electrical isolation requirements the test specifications and requirements for electrical isolation monitoring the state-of-charge of electric energy storage devices prior to the crash tests a proposed protective barrier compliance option for electrical safety the use of alternative gas to crash test hydrogen fuel cell vehicles and a proposed low-energy compliance option for electrical safety
federal motor vehicle safety standards theft protection and rollaway prevention 18 pages in english in this nprm we nhtsa address safety issues arising from increasing variations of keyless ignition controls and the operation of those controls. at issue are drivers inability to sto a moving vehicle in a panic situation and drivers who unintentionally leave the vehicle without the vehicle transmissions being locked in park or with the engine still running increasing the chances of vehicle rollaway or carbon monoxide poisoning in an enclosed area. therefore in this nprm among other matters we propose to standardize the operation of controls that are used to sto the vehicle engine or other propulsion system and that do not involve the use of a physical key. we are also proposing to require that an audible warning be given to any driver who attempts to shut down the propulsion system without first moving the gear selection control to the park position for vehicles with a park position exits a vehicle without having first moved the gear selection control to park for vehicles with a park position or exits a vehicle without first turning off the propulsion system.
federal motor vehicle safety standards occupant crash protection 3 pages english this final rule makes technical amendments to federal motor vehicle safety standard fmvss no. 208 occupant crash protection. specifically this document updates references to the pipeline and hazardous materials safety administration phmsa formerly the research and special programs administration regulations that are included in the requirements for pressure vessels and explosive devices used in occupant crash protection systems such as air bags. as a result of various rulemakings that reorganized the relevant regulations the references contained in fmvss no. 208 are out of date. this final rule updates the references to the phmsa regulations. this document also makes a correction to the air bag warning label requirements for vehicle dashboards and steering wheel hubs to make clear that the general warning label requirements for vehicles with air bags are superseded by different specific requirements if the vehicle is certified to meet certain advanced air bag requirements. as written now the general warning label requirements contain an explicit exception for the warning label requirements for vehicles certified to meet these advanced air bag requirements before 1 december 2003 but do not reference the warning label requirements for vehicles certified to meet these requirements on or after 1 december 2003. this document does not make any substantive changes to the requirements specified in fmvss no. 208.
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anthropomorphic test devices q3s 3-year-old child side impact test dummy incorporation by reference 40 pages in english . prethis document proposes to amend our regulations to add specifications and qualification requirements for an anthropomorphic test device atd representing a 3-year-old child called the q3s side impact test dummy. the agency plans to use the q3s to test child restraint systems to new side impact performance requirements which nhtsa will propose to adopt into the federal motor vehicle safety standard for child restraint systems by way of a separate nprm. adopting side impact protection requirements is consistent with a statutory provision set forth in the moving ahead for progress in the 21st century act 6 july 2012 that the agency issue a final rule to improve the protection of children seated in child restraint systems during side impacts. pre
california state nonroad engine pollution control standards evaporative emission standards and test procedures for off-highway. recreational vehicles ohrvs request for authorization opportunity for public hearing and comment 3 pages in english prethe california air resources board carb has notified epa that it has adopted amendments to its off-highway recreational vehicles orvr regulation that establish new evaporative emission standards and associated test procedures for 2018 and subsequent model year ohrvs ohrv evaporative emission amendments . by letter dated 26 february 2016 carb asked that epa authorize these amendments pursuant to section 209 e of the clean air act. this notice announces that epa has tentatively scheduled a public hearing to consider californias authorization request and that epa is now accepting written comment on the request. pre
the red sticker program for off-highway recreational vehicles 7 pages english proposed regulation order off-highway recreational vehicles exhaust emission control 39 pages english amends rules to reduce exhaust and evaporative emissions from off-highway recreational vehicles.
federal motor vehicle safety standards occupant crash protection advance notice of proposed rulemaking - the moving ahead for progress in the 21st century act of 2012 directs nhtsa to initiate a rulemaking proceeding to amend federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 208 occupant crash protection to require a seat belt use warning system for rear seats. nhtsa initiated a rulemaking proceeding in 2013 and as it continues with this proceeding nhtsa is seeking public comment on a variety of issues related to a requirement for a rear seat belt warning system. nhtsa seeks comment on among other things potential requirements for such systems the vehicles to which they should apply their effectiveness the likely consumer acceptance and the associated costs and benefits.
control of air pollution from new motor vehicles and new motor vehicle engines - heavy-duty vehicle and engine standards onboard diagnostic requirements proposed rule 146 pages in english . in 2001 epa finalized a new major program for highway heavy-duty engines. that program the clean diesel trucks and buses program will result in the introduction of advanced emissions control systems such as catalyzed diesel particulate filters dpf and catalysts capable of reducing harmful nitrogen oxide nox emissions. this proposal would require that these advanced emissions control systems be monitored for malfunctions via an onboard diagnostic system obd similar to those systems that have been required on passenger cars since the mid-1990s. this proposal would require manufacturers to install obd systems that monitor the functioning of emission control components and alert the vehicle operator to any detected need for emission related repair. this proposal would also require that manufacturers make available to the service and repair industry information necessary to perform repair and maintenance service on obd systems and other emission related engine components and revise certain existing obd requirements for diesel engines used in heavy-duty vehicles under 14 000 pounds
proposed rulemaking to establish light-duty vehicle greenhouse gas emission standards and corporate average fuel economy standards 37 pages english epa and nhtsa are issuing this joint proposal to establish a national program consisting of new standards for light-duty vehicles that will reduce greenhouse gas emissions and improve fuel economy. this joint proposed rulemaking is consistent with the national fuel efficiency policy announced by president obama on 19 may 2009 responding to the countrys critical need to address global climate change and to reduce oil consumption. epa is proposing greenhouse gas emissions standards under the clean air act and nhtsa is proposing corporate average fuel economy standards under the energy policy and conservation act as amended. these standards apply to passenger cars light-duty trucks and medium-duty passenger vehicles covering model years 2012 through 2016 and represent a harmonized and consistent national program. under the national program automobile manufacturers would be able to build a single light-duty national fleet that satisfies all requirements under both programs while ensuring that consumers still have a full range of vehicle choices.
federal motor vehicle safety standards seating systems occupant crash protection seat belt assembly anchorages school bus passenger seating and crash protection 24 pages in english . nhtsa is proposing several upgrades to the school bus passenger crash protection requirements
federal motor vehicle safety standards child restraint systems 8 pages in english federal motor vehicle safety standard fmvss no. 213 child restraint systems requires that the webbing of child restraints must not lose more than a specified percentage of its original breaking strength as a result of being exposed to certain adverse conditions. the standard currently does not specify a minimum breaking strength for the unexposed webbing. this document proposes such a minimum as well as a minimum breaking strength requirement for the exposed webbing. it also makes clearer in the text of fmvss no. 213 that the heavier of two weights specified in the standard is used to abrade the webbing used to attach child restraint systems to the child restraint anchorages located in a vehicle
exhaust emission test procedures for all-terrain vehicles 4 pages in english . in a rule published 8 november 2002 epa promulgated new emission standards for recreational vehicles beginning in model year 2006. this included a newly regulated class of non-road vehicles engines commonly referred to as all-terrain vehicles. in that rulemaking a temporary provision was included allowing manufacturers to certify all-terrain vehicles over a steady-state engine-based duty cycle for exhaust emissions prior to the 2009 model year in lieu of the transient chassis-based federal test procedure which was effective for 2006 and later model years. in this rulemaking we are proposing to extend the availability of this temporary provision in some cases u to an additional six model years after which the chassis-based federal test procedure would become the only available test cycle. more specifically manufacturers would have to certify exhaust emission engine families representing not less than 50 percent of their u.s. - directed production on the federal test procedure in model year 2014 and 100 percent in 2015. manufacturers with only one all-terrain vehicle exhaust emission engine engine family would not be required to use the federal test procedure until the 2015 model year. for those manufacturers who have not yet done so this will allow additional time to certify to the previously promulgated federal test procedure-based emission standards using either contract facilities or by obtaining in-house capability
exhaust emission standards for 2012 and later model year snowmobiles 4 pages in english epa is proposing to remove the oxides of nitrogen nox component from the phase 3 snowmobile standards set to take effect in 2012 and clarify the evidence and analysis upon which the phase 3 carbon monoxide co and hydrocarbon hc standards were based
hazardous materials miscellaneous cargo tank motor vehicle and cylinder issues petitions for rulemaking 11 pages in english . phmsa proposes to amend the hazardous materials regulations hmr 49 cfr parts 171-180 to revise certain requirements applicable to the manufacture maintenance and use of dot and mc specification cargo tank motor vehicles dot specification cylinders and un pressure receptacles. the proposed revisions are based on petitions for rulemaking submitted by the regulated community and are intended to enhance the safe transportation of hazardous materials in commerce clarify regulatory requirements and reduce operating burdens on cargo tank and cylinder manufacturers requalifiers carriers shippers and users
colorado minimum standards governing school transportation vehicles 27 pages in english . upgrades the rules for colorado minimum standards governing school transportation vehicles. the amendments will improve the safety of the students riding school buses and the mechanical efficiency of school buses. they are designed to meet or exceed changing needs of operation the national recommended minimum standards new federal safety and emission standards and utilize state-of-the-art industry advances
final rule standard for all terrain vehicles the consumer product safety improvement act of 2008 cpsia sets forth several requirements for all terrain vehicles atvs . the cpsia requires the united states consumer product safety commission cpsc to publish in the federal register as a mandatory consumer product safety standard the american national standard for four wheel all-terrain vehicles equipment configuration and performance requirements developed by the specialty vehicle institute of america american national standard ansi svia 1-2007 . this document satisfies that requirement and reviews other provisions of the cpsia that apply to atvs
federal motor vehicle safety standards roof crush resistance 7 pages in english . as part of a comprehensive plan for reducing the serious risk of rollover crashes and the risk of death and serious injury in those crashes this document proposes to upgrade the agencys safety standard on roof crush resistance in several ways. first we are proposing to extend the application of the standard to vehicles with a gross vehicle weight rating gvwr of 4 536 kilograms 10 000 pounds or less. second we are proposing to increase the applied force to 2.5 times each vehicles unloaded weight and to eliminate an existing limit on the force applied to passenger cars. third we are proposing to replace the current limit on the amount of roof crush with a new requirement for maintenance of enough headroom to accommodate a mid-size adult male occupant. because the impacts of this rulemaking would affect and be affected by other aspects of the comprehensive effort to reduce rollover-related injuries and fatalities we are also seeking comments on some of those other aspects
federal motor vehicle safety standards controls telltales and indicators 5 pages in english . nhtsa is proposing to amend the federal motor vehicle safety standard fmvss to provide that an identifier is not required if the horn control is placed in the middle of the steering wheel. if the horn control is placed elsewhere in the motor vehicle the control would be required to be identified by the specified horn symbol in a color that stands out clearly against the background
vt 1163 2008 low emission vehicles 7 pages in english . the vermont agency of natural resources is proposing amendments to its low emission vehicle lev regulations to incorporate by reference three changes to californias lev program 1 revisions to the zero emission vehicle zev program to reflect technology readiness and simplify specific program requirements 2 a new environmental performance labeling program to require labels that score smog and global warming emissions from new motor vehicles and 3 amendments to strengthen the emission warranty information reporting and recall requirements
fl 33851 2008 fac 62-285.400 proposed rule adoption of california motor vehicle emissions standards 4 pages in english . the state of florida is proposing to adopt the california motor vehicle emissions standards. the new rule will implement emission standards for new passenger cars light-duty trucks and medium-duty vehicles and will establish low emission vehicle standards and greenhouse gas standards
federal motor vehicle safety standards occupant crash protection 4 pages in english nhtsa is proposing to remove the sunset of a requirement in federal motor vehicle safety standard fmvss no. 208 occupant crash protection that a vehicles la belt must be lockable to tightly secure a child restraint system
federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 114 theft protection and rollaway prevention 5 pages english nhtsa is proposing to place a requirement in the federal motor vehicle safety standards that certain motor vehicles with an automatic transmission that includes a park position manufactured for sale after 1 september 2010 be equipped with a brake transmission shift interlock. this interlock will require that the service brake pedal be depressed before the transmission can be shifted out of park and will function in any starting system key position. nhtsa is issuing this document in response to a statutory mandate in the cameron gulbransen kids transportation safety act of 2007. the proposed rule would not differ from the congressional requirement. this rule inserts the mandated requirement into the text of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 114
new motor vehicle emission standards english 27 pages the department of environmental protection is proposing amendments to its low emission vehicle lev rule which incorporates by reference californias new motor vehicle emission standard regulations. maine first adopted californias vehicle emission standards in 1993 starting model year 2001 and the department periodically amends its lev rules to remain consistent with californias emission standards in compliance with the clean air act. the proposed amendments to maines lev rule would adopt the next generation of motor vehicle emission standards for criteria pollutants for 2015-2025 model years and greenhouse gases for 2017-2025 model years revised zero emission vehicle requirements improved vehicle labeling requirements and amendments to the existing greenhouse gas standards for passenger vehicles. these amendments will be submitted to epa as a revision to maines state implementation plan
low emission vehicles 10 pages in english the washington legislature requires automotive emissions standards to be consistent with california low emission vehicles standards. incorporates by reference recent changes to california clean car regulations to maintain consistency with the california motor vehicle emission standards and compliance with federal law. updates include option for manufacturers to use new federal motor vehicle greenhouse gas standards updates on-board diagnostic system requirements for diesel engines and repeals reporting requirements for emission-related equipment and required corrective action
significant new use rules on certain chemical substances 16 pages english epa is promulgating significant new use rules snurs under the toxic substances control act tsca for 20 chemical substances which were the subject of premanufacture notices pmns . eight of these chemical substances are subject to tsca section 5 e consent orders issued by epa. this action requires persons who intend to manufacture import or process any of these 20 chemical substances for an activity that is designated as a significant new use by this rule to notify epa at least 90 days before commencing that activity. the required notification will provide epa with the opportunity to evaluate the intended use and if necessary to prohibit or limit that activity before it occurs
federal motor vehicle safety standards motorcoach definition occupant crash protection 25 pages english in accordance with nhtsas 2007 motorcoach safety plan and dots 2009 departmental motorcoach safety action plan nhtsa is issuing this nprm to propose to amend the federal motor vehicle safety standard fmvss on occupant crash protection fmvss no. 208 to require lap shoulder seat belts for each passenger seating position in new motorcoaches. this nprm also proposes to require a lap shoulder belt for the motorcoach and large school bus drivers seating positions which currently are required to have either a la or a lap shoulder belt. although motorcoach transportation overall is a safe form of transportation in the united states several motorcoach crashes in 2008 have illustrated that motorcoach rollover crashes while a relatively rare event can cause a significant number of fatal or serious injuries in a single event. nhtsas safety research on motorcoach seat belts completed in 2009 shows that the installation of lap shoulder belts on motorcoaches is practicable and effective. we believe that the seat belt assemblies that would be installed on motorcoach passenger seats pursuant to this rulemaking could reduce the risk of fatal injuries in rollover crashes by 77 percent primarily by preventing occupant ejection in a crash
federal motor vehicle safety standards seat belt assembly anchorages incorporation by reference 10 pages english this nprm proposes to amend federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 210 seat belt assembly anchorages to specify a new force application device for use as a testing interface to transfer loads onto the seat belt anchorage system during compliance tests of anchorage strength. the device represents a human torso and pelvis. the new device comes in two sizes one representative of a mid-size adult male and the other of a small occupant. we propose both sizes be used in fmvss no. 210. we believe that the devices provide a consistent test configuration and load path to the seat belt assembly anchorages. we are proposing this amendment because the devices are significantly easier to use than the current body blocks
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standards for all terrain vehicles and ban of three-wheeled all terrain vehicles notice of proposed rulemaking 59 pages in english . to address the unreasonable risks of injury and death associated with all terrain vehicles atvs the commission is proposing rules for adult and youth atvs. the proposed rules include requirements concerning the mechanical operation of atvs requirements for providing safety information about operating atvs such as through labelling and training and requirements for certification testing and recordkeeping. the proposed standards would apply to adult single-rider and tandem atvs and to youth atvs. the commission is also proposing a rule to ban three-wheeled atvs. the proposed rules are issued under the authority of both the consumer product safety act cpsa and the federal hazardous substances act fhsa
federal motor vehicle safety standards motorcycle brake systems proposed rule 29 pages in english . nhtsa is proposing to amend the federal motor vehicle safety standard on motorcycle brake systems in order to add and update requirements and test procedures and to harmonize with a global technical regulation for motorcycle brakes. the proposed changes specify an additional dry brake test procedure to test each service brake control individually and with the motorcycle in the fully loaded condition provide a new test procedure for assessing performance of motorcycle brakes from high speeds provide a new wet brake test that better simulates in-service conditions provide an improved test procedure for evaluating heat fade add test procedures and performance requirements for antilock brake systems if fitted and add a power-assisted braking system failure test if equipped
third party testing for certain childrens products youth allterrain vehicles requirements for accreditation of third party conformity assessment bodies the consumer product safety commission cpsc or commission is issuing a notice of requirements that provides the criteria and process for commission acceptance of accreditation of third party conformity assessment bodies for testing of all-terrain vehicles atvs designed or intended primarily for children 12 years of age or younger pursuant to 16 cfr part 1420 the cpsc regulations under the consumer product safety act cpsa relating to atvs. the commission is issuing this notice of requirements pursuant to section 14 a 3 b vi of the cpsa 15 u.s.c. 2063 a 3 b vi
requirements for bicycles 5 pages english the consumer product safety commission cpsc commission or we is proposing to amend its bicycle regulations. the proposed amendments would make minor changes to certain requirements to reflect the development of new technologies designs and features in bicycles and clarify that certain provisions or testing requirements do not apply to specific bicycles or bicycle parts. the proposal also would delete an outdated reference and correct typographical errors in the bicycle reflector performance test.
safety standard for carriages and strollers 11 pages in english prethe danny keysar child product safety notification act section 104 of the consumer product safety improvement act of 2008 cpsia requires the united states consumer product safety commission commission or cpsc to promulgate consumer product safety standards for durable infant or toddler products. these standards are to be substantially the same as applicable voluntary standards or more stringent than the voluntary standard if the commission concludes that more stringent requirements would further reduce the risk of injury associated with the product. the commission is proposing a safety standard for carriages and strollers in response to the direction under section 104 b of the cpsia. pre
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federal motor vehicle safety standard air brake systems. notice of proposed rulemaking anpr 4 pages in english extends by 18 months a requirement that trailers with antilock brake systems be equipped with an external antilock malfunction indicator lamp. it also considers making the requirement permanent. the indicator lam requirement which is included in the federal motor vehicle safety standard that governs vehicles equipped with air brakes was originally scheduled to sunset on 1 march 2009 but has been extended to 1 september 2009 in an interim final rule published in the federal register 3 march 2009. under this proposal the sunset date would be extended until 1 march 2011
energy efficiency standards for manufactured housing advance notice of proposed rulemaking anopr and request for comment 2 pages english the u.s. department of energy doe has initiated the process to develo and publish energy standards for manufactured housing as directed by the energy independence and security act eisa of 2007. to facilitate this process enhance the quality of the standards and supporting documentation and to allow interested parties to provide suggestions comments and information doe is publishing this advance notice of proposed rulemaking. as the energy efficiency standards would cover new manufactured housing doe is interested in information that relates to the design construction financing operating costs and other areas of relevance to establishing and implementing such standards. this notice identifies several areas on which doe is particularly interested in receiving information however any input and suggestions considered relevant to the topic are welcome.
energy conservation program test procedures for manufactured housing 16 pages in english prethe u.s. department of energy doe is publishing a proposed rule to establish test procedures for manufactured housing mh . this test procedure would support standards doe is directed to establish by the energy independence and security act of 2007. doe proposes to establish test procedures applicable to manufactured homes for determining compliance with the following metrics that were included in a 17 june 2016 notice of proposed rulemaking the r-value of insulation the u-factor of windows skylights and doors the solar heat gain coefficient of fenestration u-factor alternatives to r-value requirements the air leakage rate of air distribution systems and mechanical ventilation fan efficacy. doe will accept comments regarding this proposed rule. pre
lower deck service compartments on transport category airplanes 6 pages english the administration proposes to amend the airworthiness standards for transport deck service compartments. the proposed amendment would require that twoway voice communication systems between lower deck service compartments and the flightdeck remain available following loss of the normal electrical power generating system. it also would clarify the requirements for seats installed in the lower deck service compartment
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flight-deck door monitoring and crew discreet alerting systems 7 pages in english the federal aviation administration proposes to require passenger-carrying transport category airplanes used in domestic flag and supplemental operations to have a means to allow the flight-crew to visually monitor the door area outside the flight-deck. this means would allow the flight-crew to identify persons requesting entry into the flight-deck and to detect suspicious behavior or potential threats. second the faa proposes that for operations requiring the presence of flight attendants the flight attendants have a means to discreetly notify the flight-crew of suspicious activity or security breaches in the cabin. the proposed changes address standards adopted by the international civil aviation organization following the 11 september 2001 terrorist attacks
function and reliability flight testing for turbine-powered airplanes weighing 6 000 pounds or less 5 pages english this action proposes to revise the applicability for function and reliability flight testing to include all turbine-powered airplanes weighing 6 000 pounds or less. revising the applicability is necessary because advancements in aviation technology have invalidated the reasons for excluding these airplanes. the proposed revision would improve aviation safety for these airplanes.
noise certification standards for tiltrotors this rulemaking would establish noise certification standards for issuing type and airworthiness certificates for a new civil hybrid airplane-rotorcraft known as the tiltrotor. this rule proposes to adopt the same recommended guidelines for noise certification found in the international civil aviation organization icao annex 16 volume 1 chapter 13 attachment f amendment 7 for tiltrotors certificated in the united states u.s. . the icao recommended practices are already harmonized internationally and the adoption as standards into our regulations would be consistent with the federal aviation administrations faa goal of harmonizing u.s. regulations with international standards. the proposed standards would apply to the issuance of the original type certificate changes to the type certificate and standard airworthiness certificates for tiltrotors.
feathering propeller systems for light-sport aircraft powered gliders 5 pages in english this final rule with request for comments amends the definition of light-sport aircraft by removing auto from the term autofeathering as it applies to powered gliders. this amendment will allow both manual and autofeathering propeller operation for powered gliders that qualify as lightsport aircraft.
fatigue tolerance evaluation of metallic structures 8 pages in english this proposed rule would amend the airworthiness standards for fatigue tolerance evaluation fte of transport category rotorcraft metallic structures. this proposal would revise the fte safety requirements to address advances in structural fatigue substantiation technology for metallic structures. this provides an increased level of safety by avoiding or reducing catastrophic fatigue failures of metallic structures. these increased safety requirements would hel ensure that should serious accidental damage occur during manufacturing or within the operational life of the rotorcraft the remaining structure could withstand without failure any fatigue loads that are likely to occur until the damage is detected or the part is replaced. besides improving the safety standards for fte of all principal structural elements pses the proposed amendment would be harmonized with international standards
streamlining licensing procedures for small satellites in this document the federal communications commission proposes to streamline its rules to facilitate the deployment of a class of satellites known as small satellites which have relatively short duration missions.
safe and secure operations of small unmanned aircraft systems the faa is considering additional rulemaking in response to public safety and national security concerns associated with the ongoing integration of unmanned aircraft systems uas into the national airspace system nas . the faa is seeking information from the public in response to the questions contained in this anprm. specifically the faa seeks comment on whether and in what circumstances the faa should promulgate new rulemaking to require stand-off distances additional operating and performance restrictions the use of uas traffic management utm and additional payload restrictions. the faa also seeks comment on whether it should prescribe design requirements and require that unmanned aircraft be equipped with critical safety systems.
earth stations in motion to include ngso satellite systems in this document the federal communications commission proposes to amend its rules to establish a regulatory framework for earth stations in motion esims communications with non-geostationary- satellite orbit ngso fixed-satellite service fss satellite systems that would be analogous to that which currently exists for esims communicating with geostationary-satellite orbit gso fss systems.
licensing of private remote sensing space systems the department of commerce commerce through the national oceanic and atmospheric administration noaa licenses the operation of private remote sensing space systems under the land remote sensing policy act of 1992. noaas existing regulations implementing the act were last updated in 2006. commerce is now proposing to rewrite those regulations as described in detail below to reflect significant changes in the space-based remote sensing industry since that time and to improve the regulatory approach overall. commerce requests public comment on the new proposed regulations.
earth stations in motion final rule - in this document the federal communications commission commission amends its rules to facilitate the deployment of earth stations in motion esims communicating with geostationary gso fixed-satellite service fss satellite systems.
airworthiness directives various experimental and restricted category helicopters notice of proposed rulemaking - the faa proposes to adopt a new airworthiness directive ad for various helicopters operating under experimental airworthiness certificates and various type certificated restricted category helicopters. this proposed ad was prompted by multiple accidents and incidents involving failure of the tail boom attachment structure and bolts. this proposed ad would require revising the rotorcraft flight manual rfm for your helicopter to incorporate pre-flight checks removing paint and sealant and cleaning repetitive inspections of structural components that attach the tail boom to the fuselage and depending on the outcome of the inspections repairing or replacing components or re-bonding the structure. the faa is proposing this ad to address the unsafe condition on these products.
airworthiness directives various transport airplanes final rule - the faa is adopting a new airworthiness directive ad for various transport airplanes. this ad was prompted by reports of smoke and fumes in the flight deck. this ad requires modification of certain universal serial bus usb receptacles located in the flight deck. the faa is issuing this ad to address the unsafe condition on these products.
reduction of fuel tank flammability in transport category airplanes 2 pages english . this action extends the comment period for an nprm published on november 23 2005. in the nprm the faa proposed new rules that would require operators and manufacturers of transport category airplanes to take steps that in combination with other required actions should greatly reduce the chance of a catastrophic fuel tank explosion. the extension of the comment period is a result of requests from a number of entities to allow public comment on new information that has recently been placed in the public docket
fire penetration resistance of thermal acoustic insulation installed on transport category airplanes 6pages in english . the faa proposes to extend by 12 months the date for operators to comply with the fire penetration resistance requirements of thermal acoustic insulation used in transport category airplanes manufactured after 2 september 2007. this extension is from 2 september 2007 to 2 september 2008. this action is necessary to allow airframe manufacturers enough time after getting an acceptable certification test facility to select and certificate appropriate installations. additional information is in original notice of proposed rulemaking dated 20september2000 frwebgate.access.gpo.gov cgi-bin getdoc.cgi dbname2000registerdocid00-23550-filed
production and airworthiness approvals part marking and miscellaneous proposals 37pages english the faa is proposing changes to its certification procedures and identification requirements for aeronautical products and parts. the proposed changes address standardizing requirements for production approval holders requiring production approval holders to issue airworthiness approvals for aircraft engines propellers and other aviation parts requiring manufacturers to mark all parts and components and revising export airworthiness approval requirements to facilitate global manufacturing. the intent of these proposed changes is to promote safety by ensuring that aircraft and parts designed specifically for use in aircraft wherever manufactured meet applicable standards. this action is also necessary to update our regulations to reflect the current global aircraft and aircraft parts manufacturing environment
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critical parts for airplane propellers 5 pages in english the federal aviation administration faa proposes to amend the airworthiness standards for airplane propellers. this action would define what a propeller critical part is require the identification of propeller critical parts by the manufacturer and establish engineering manufacture and maintenance processes for those parts. the intended effect of this proposal is to ensure the continued airworthiness of propeller critical parts by requiring a system of processes to identify and manage these parts throughout their service life. adopting this proposal would eliminate regulatory differences between part 35 and european aviation safety agency easa propeller critical parts requirements thereby simplifying airworthiness approvals for exports.
airworthiness standards engine control system requirements 13 pages in english . the federal aviation administration faa is proposing to revise the airworthiness standards for the issuance of original and amended type certificates for airplane propellers. the existing propeller requirements do not adequately address the technological advances of the past twenty years. the proposed standards would address the current advances in technology and would harmonize faa and european aviation safety agency easa propeller certification requirements thereby simplifying airworthiness approvals for imports and exports
activation of ice protection system 9 pages in english . the federal aviation administration proposes to amend the airworthiness standards applicable to transport category airplanes certified for flight in ice conditions. the proposed standards would require a means to ensure timely activation of the airframe ice protection system. this proposed regulation is the result of information gathered from a review of ice related accidents and incidents and is intended to improve the level of safety for new airplane designs for operations in ice conditions
interior parts and components fire protection for transport category airplanes the faa is proposing to amend certain airworthiness regulations for fire protection of interior compartments on transport category airplanes. this proposal would convert those flammability regulations from detailed prescriptive requirements into simpler performance-based standards. this proposal would divide these standards into two categories those designed to protect the airplane and its occupants from the hazards of in-flight fires and those designed to protect the airplane and its occupants from the hazards caused by post- crash fires. in addition this proposal would remove test methods from the regulations and allow applicants in certain cases to demonstrate compliance either without conducting tests or by providing independent substantiation of the flammability characteristics of a proposed material. this action is necessary to eliminate unnecessary testing increase standardization and improve safety. this proposal includes conforming changes to parts 27 29 91 121 125 and 135.
ca 18839 2008 proposed rule outboard marine tanks and components 10 pages in english . amends rules concerning outboard marine tanks and components to control reactive organic gases rog . requires performance standards that limit emissions from tanks to be more than 2.5 grams per meter squared per day
ciba vision corp. filing of color additive petitions notice 2 pages english fda has announced that ciba vision corp. has filed three petitions proposing that the color additive regulations in 21 cfr part 73 be amended to permit the use of c.i. pigment violet 19 cap 5c0278 c.i. pigment yellow 154 cap 5c0279 and c.i. pigment red 122 cap 5c0280 as color additives in contact lenses
coopervision inc. filing of color additive petition the food and drug administration fda is announcing that coopervision inc. has filed a petition proposing that the color additive regulations be amended to provide for the safe use of 1 4-bis4- 2-methacryloxyethyl phenlyaminoanthraquinone c.i. reactive blue 246 . the color additive is intended to be copolymerized with various monomers for use as a colored contact lens material. please comment to docket no. fda-2011-c-0344.
coopervision inc. filing of color additive petition the food and drug administration fda is announcing that coopervision inc. has filed a petition proposing that the color additive regulations be amended to provide for the safe us of 1 4-bis2-hydroxyethylamino-9 10-anthracenedione bis 2-methyl-2-propenoic ester c.i. reactive blue 247 . the color additive is intended to be copolymerized with various monomers for use as colored contact lens materials. please comment to docket no. fda-2011-c-0463
updating osha standards based on national consensus standards eye and face protection 10 pages in english prethe occupational safety and health administration osha or agency is issuing this notice of proposed rulemaking to update its general industry shipyard employment marine terminals longshoring and construction eye and face protection standards by incorporating by reference the three most recent versions of the american national standards institute ansi or national consensus standard occupational and educational eye and face protection standard. in addition osha proposes to change language in the construction eye and face protection standard to make it consistent with both the general industry and maritime standards. pre
automatic dependent surveillance--broadcast ads-b out performance requirements to support air traffic control atc service 26 pages in english . the faa proposes performance requirements for certain avionics equipment on aircraft operating in specified classes of airspace within the united states national airspace system. the proposed rule would facilitate the use of automatic dependent surveillance-broadcast ads-b for aircraft surveillance by federal aviation administration and department of defense air traffic controllers to accommodate the expected increase in demand for air transportation. in addition to accommodating the anticipated increase in operations this proposal if adopted would provide aircraft operators with a platform for additional flight applications and services
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immunology and microbiology devices reclassification of herpes simplex virus types 1 and or 2 serological assays 4 pages in english . the food and drug administration fda is proposing to reclassify herpes simplex virus hsv types 1 and or 2 serological assays from class iii premarket approval to class ii special controls . hsv serological assays types 1 and or 2 are intended for testing specimens from individuals who have signs and symptoms of infection consistent with hsv 1 and or 2 or for determining if an individual has been previously infected with hsv 1 and or 2 as well as for providing epidemiological information about these infections. the detection of hsv antibodies in conjunction with other clinical laboratory findings aids in the clinical laboratory diagnosis of an infection by hsv 1 and or 2. fda is proposing this reclassification on its own initiative based on new information. elsewhere in this issue of the federal register fda is announcing the availability of a draft guidance document that would serve as the special control if fda reclassifies this device
orthopedic devices reclassification of the intervertebral body fusion device 4 pages in english the food and drug administration fda is proposing to reclassify intervertebral body fusion devices that contain bone grafting material from classiii premarket approval into class ii special controls and retain those that contain any therapeutic biologic e.g. bone morphogenic protein in class iii. elsewhere in this issue of the federal register the fda is announcing the availability of a draft guidance document that would serve as the special control if the fda reclassifies this device. the agency is proposing this reclassification based on the recommendation of the orthopaedic and rehabilitation devices panel the panel
medical devices radiology devices reclassification of bone sonometers 4 pages in english the food and drug administration fda is publishing a proposed rule to reclassify bone sonometer devices from class iii into class ii subject to special controls. a bone sonometer is a device that transmits ultrasound energy into the human body to measure acoustic properties of bone that indicate overall bone health and fracture risk. elsewhere in this issue of the federal register fda is announcing the availability of a draft guidance document entitled class ii special controls guidance document bone sonometers that the agency proposes to use as a special control for these devices
biocompatibles uk ltd. filing of color additive petition notice 1 page english the food and drug administration fda is announcing that biocompatibles uk ltd. has filed a petition proposing that the color additive regulations be amended to provide for the safe use of c.i. reactive blue no. 4 2-anthracenesulfonic acid 1-amino-4- 3- 4 6-dichloro-s-triazin-2-yl amino -4-sulfoanilino -9 10-dihydro-9 10-dioxo disodium salt cas reg. no. 4499-01-8 reacted with polyvinyl alcohol in as a color additive in vascular embolization devices
medical devices general and plastic surgery devices classification of the magnetic surgical instrument system 3 pages in english . prethe food and drug administration fda is classifying the magnetic surgical instrument system into class ii special controls . the special controls that will apply to the device are identified in this order and will be part of the codified language for the magnetic surgical instrument systems classification. the agency is classifying the device into class ii special controls in order to provide a reasonable assurance of safety and effectiveness of the device. pre
medical devices anesthesiology devices oxygen pressure regulators and oxygen conserving devices 10 pages in english . the food and drug administration fda is publishing a proposed rule to reclassify pressure regulators for use with medical oxygen currently class i devices included in the generic type of device called pressure regulator into class ii subject to special controls in the form of a guidance document. pressure regulators for use with all other medical gases will remain in class i subject only to general controls. fda is also proposing to establish a separate classification regulation for oxygen conserving devices or oxygen conservers now included in the generic type of device called a non-continuous ventilator. oxygen conserving devices will continue to be classified in class ii but those that incorporate a built-in oxygen pressure regulator will become subject to the special controls guidance if the rule is finalized
medical devices radiology devices reclassification of full field digital mammography system 4 pages in english . the food and drug administration fda is proposing to reclassify the full field digital mammography ffdm system from class iii premarket approval to class ii special controls
pharmaceutical devices a501 4 pages in english . requires a pharmaceutical manufacturer whose product is administered for home use through a prefilled syringe prefilled pen or other prefilled injection device to arrange to provide upon a request from a consumer a postage prepaid mail-back sharps container that has been approved by the united states postal service and the department of public health
medical devices ophthalmic devices classification of strabismus detection device 3 pages in english prethe food and drug administration fda is classifying the strabismus detection device into class ii special controls . the special controls that will apply to the device are identified in this order and will be part of the codified language for the strabismus detection devices classification. the agency is classifying the device into class ii special controls in order to provide a reasonable assurance of safety and effectiveness of the device. pre
open-circuit self-contained breathing apparatus remaining service-life indicator performance requirements 4 pages english as a component of its ongoing update of respirator certification standards under part 84 and in response to a petition to amend 42 cfr 84.83 f hhs proposes a revision to the current requirement for open-circuit self-contained breathing apparatus oc-scba remaining service-life indicators indicators which are devices built into a respirator to alert the user that the breathing air provided by the respirator is close to depletion. hhs intends to revise the current standard employed by the national institute for occupational safety and health niosh located within the centers for disease control and prevention cdc to allow greater latitude in the setting of the indicator alarm to ensure that the alarm more effectively meets the different worker protection needs of different work operations. this revision sets a default service life at 25 percent of the rated service time and allows the indicator to be adjusted higher by the manufacturer at the request of the purchaser.
removal of compliance deadline for closed-circuit escape respirators with this deregulatory action the department of health and human services hhs proposes to revise regulatory language which establishes a deadline by which respirator manufacturers must discontinue the manufacturing labeling and sale of certain self- contained self-rescuer models. the national institute for occupational safety and health niosh within the centers for disease control and prevention hhs has determined that discontinuing the manufacturing labeling and sale of certain self-contained self-rescuer models is likely to result in a shortage of person-wearable large capacity escape respirators for underground coal miners who rely on these devices.
quality assurance requirements for respirators the department of health and human services hhs proposes to update existing quality assurance requirements under 42 cfr part 84 for the manufacture of all respirators approved by the national institute for occupational safety and health niosh of centers for disease control and prevention cdc hhs. the proposed new requirements would require respirator manufacturers to be compliant with a widely adopted voluntary consensus standard for quality management systems would update technical requirements particular to quality assurance for manufacturing of niosh-approved respirators and would establish requirements governing the related quality assurance oversight activities of niosh.
approval tests and standards for closed-circuit escape respirators this notice proposes updated requirements that the department of health and human services hhs centers for disease control and preventions cdc national institute for occupational safety and health niosh would employ to test and approve closed-circuit respirators used for escaping atmospheres considered to be immediately dangerous to life and health including such respirators required by the mine safety and health administration msha for use in underground mines. niosh and msha jointly review and approve this type of respirator used for mine emergencies under 42 cfr pt. 84 approval of respiratory protective devices. niosh also approves these respirators used in other work environments where escape equipment may be provided to workers such as vessels operated by u.s. navy and coast guard personnel. the proposed rule would replace only those technical requirements in 42 cfr part 84--subpart h that are uniquely applicable to closed-circuit escape respirators ccers a subset of the variety of escape respirators presently covered by subpart h. all other applicable requirements of 42 cfr part 84 would remain unchanged. the purpose of these updated requirements is to enable niosh and msha to more effectively ensure the performance reliability and safety of ccers.
total inward leakage requirements for respirators 11 pages english the centers for disease control and prevention cdc proposes to establish total inward leakage til requirements for half-mask air-purifying particulate respirators approved by the national institute for occupational safety and health niosh of cdc. the proposed new requirements specify til minimum performance requirements and testing to be conducted by niosh and respirator manufacturers to demonstrate that these respirators when selected and used correctly provide effective respiratory protection to intended users against toxic dusts mists fumes fibers and biological and infectious aerosols e.g. influenza a h5n1 severe acute respiratory syndrome sars coronavirus and mycobacterium tuberculosis .
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hearing aid compatibility standards 16 pages in english prein this document the commission proposes to amend its hearing aid compatibility hac rules to enhance equal access to the national telecommunications network by people with hearing loss and implement the twenty-first century communications and video accessibility. the proposed changes would expand the scope of the wireline hac rules add a volume control requirement for wireless handsets address recently revised technical standards and streamline the process for enabling industry to use new or revised technical standards for assessing hac compliance. pre
tx 14370 2008 22 tac section 116.10 2 pages in english . requires dental laboratories to clearly label or certify in writing to the prescribing dentist the place of manufacture of a dental prosthetic
medical devices hearing aids technical data amendments 1 page in english . the food and drug administration fda is proposing to amend its regulations governing hearing aid labelling to reference the most recent version of the consensus standard used to determine the technical data to be included in labelling for hearing aids
hearing aid compatibility technical standard 11 pages english the wireless telecommunications bureau and the office of engineering and technology bureaus adopt the 2011 ansi standard for evaluating the hearing aid compatibility of wireless phones. the bureaus take this action to ensure that a selection of digital wireless handset models is available to consumers with hearing loss.
request for updated information and comment on wireless hearing aid compatibility regulations 5 pages in english prein this document the wireless telecommunications bureau and the consumer and governmental affairs bureau seek updated input to better understand the current consumer experience to explore technical or other barriers to the provision of hearing aid compatible devices on new wireless technologies and to consider changes to its rules that may be necessary to ensure that wireless handsets used with advanced communications services are accessible in light of directives contained in the twenty-first century communications and video accessibility act cvaa . pre
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mammography quality standards act the food and drug administration fda or agency is proposing to update the mammography regulations that were issued under the mammography quality standards act of 1992 mqsa and the federal food drug and cosmetic act fdc act . we are proposing updates to modernize the regulations by incorporating current science and mammography best practices. these updates would improve the delivery of mammography services by strengthening the communication of healthcare information allowing for more informed decision making by patients and providers by requiring facilities to provide them with additional health information helping to ensure the availability of qualified mammography personnel bolstering the medical outcomes audit to provide feedback to improve mammography interpretations modernizing technological aspects of the standards and adding additional tools to deal with noncompliant facilities.
temperature-indicating devices thermally processed low-acid foods packaged in hermetically sealed containers 36 pages in english . the food and drug administration fda is proposing to amend its regulations for thermally processed low-acid foods packaged in hermetically sealed containers to allow for use of other temperature-indicating devices in addition to mercury-in-glass thermometers during processing. fda also is proposing to establish recordkeeping requirements relating to temperature-indicating devices and to clarify other aspects of low-acid canned food processing such as fdas interpretation of some requirements of the current regulations that will in part allow the use of advanced technology for measuring and recording temperatures during processing. finally fda is proposing to include metric equivalents of avoirdupois u.s. measurements where appropriate
incorporation of revised astm standards that provide flexibility in the use of alternatives to mercury-containing thermometers solicitation of public comment on the required use of mercury-containing thermometers in epa regulations epa is proposing to incorporate the most recent versions of the american society for testing and materials astm international standards astm standards into epa regulations that provide flexibility to use alternatives to mercury-containing industrial thermometers. these proposed amendments will allow the use of such alternatives in certain limited field and laboratory applications previously impermissible as part of compliance with epa regulations. additionally epa is seeking public input on the need to address the remaining epa regulations that incorporate by reference astm standards that do not allow the use of alternatives to mercury-containing industrial thermometers. epa believes these embedded astm standards may unnecessarily impede the use of effective comparable and available mercury alternatives. due to elemental mercurys high toxicity epa seeks to reduce potential mercury exposures to humans and the environment by reducing the overall use of mercury-containing products including mercury-containing thermometers
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handgun and firearm safety device testing amends rules regarding laboratory certification of handgun testing and certified firearm safety device laboratories firearm safety device standards and testing and standards for gun safes.
crime gun identification act of 2007 ab 1471 firearms microstamping 3 pages in english . as of 1 january 2010 manufacturers of semiautomatic weapons sold in the state of california will be required to microstam serial information about the firearm onto the surface of certain parts of the handgun
new jersey senate bill s2933 3 pages in english . requires newly manufactured handguns be microstamped
ammunition hb2020 5 pages in english requires that all ammunition manufactured sold or utilized in the state of hawaii contain an identification code that is etched or otherwise embossed onto the shell of the ammunition
ammunition sb2286 3 pages in english requires that ammunition for handguns be serial coded
application of the definition of machinegun to bum fire stocks and other similar devices the department of justice anticipates issuing a notice of proposed rulemaking nprm that would interpret the statutory definition of machinegun in the national firearms act of 1934 and gun control act of 1968 to clarify whether certain devices commonly known as bum fire stocks fall within that definition. before doing so the department and atf need to gather information and comments from the public and industry regarding the nature and scope of the market for these devices.
bump-stock-type devices the department of justice department proposes to amend the bureau of alcohol tobacco firearms and explosives regulations to clarify that bum fire stocks slide-fire devices and devices with certain similar characteristics bump-stock-type devices are machineguns as defined by the national firearms act of 1934 nfa and the gun control act of 1968 gca because such devices allow a shooter of a semiautomatic firearm to initiate a continuous firing cycle with a single pull of the trigger. specifically these devices convert an otherwise semiautomatic firearm into a machinegun by functioning as a self-acting or self-regulating mechanism that harnesses the recoil energy of the semiautomatic firearm in a manner that allows the trigger to reset and continue firing without additional physical manipulation of the trigger by the shooter. hence a semiautomatic firearm to which a bump-stock-type device is attached is able to produce automatic fire with a single pull of the trigger. with limited exceptions primarily as to government agencies the gca makes it unlawful for any person to transfer or possess a machinegun unless it was lawfully possessed prior to the effective date of the statute. the bump-stock-type devices covered by this proposed rule were not in existence prior to the gcas effective date and therefore would fall within the prohibition on machineguns if this notice of proposed rulemaking nprm is implemented. consequently current possessors of these devices would be required to surrender them destroy them or otherwise render them permanently inoperable upon the effective date of the final rule.
upholstered furniture fire safety technology meeting and request for comments 3 pages in english the consumer product safety commission cpsc commission or we is announcing its intent to hold a meeting on upholstered furniture fire safety technologies. the meeting will be held at the cpscs laboratory in rockville md on 25 april 2013. we invite interested parties to participate in or attend the meeting. we also invite interested parties to submit comments related to the meeting or the possible change in regulatory approach discussed in this notice
bedding and upholstered furniture english 19 pages the west virginia division of labor proposes the following amendments and revisions to title 42 series 12 of the west virginia code of state regulations incorporating by reference the international association of bedding and furniture law officials classification of filling materials clarifying current administrative practices for the registration of manufacturers importers renovators and upholsterers and for the issuance of permits for sterilizers requiring that fees be paid in united states currency and that any check drawn on a bank not chartered or licensed by a state in the united states or not chartered by the office of the comptroller of the currency be returned adopting examples of specific tags or labels required to be affixed to bedding and upholstered furniture and other technical changes are also proposed to eliminate redundant provisions
third party testing for certain childrens products notice of requirements for accreditation of third party conformity assessment bodies to assess conformity with parts 1203 1510 1512 and or 1513 and section 1500.86 a 7 and or a 8 of title 16 code of federal regulations 4 pages english the consumer product safety commission is issuing a notice of requirements that provides the criteria and process for commission acceptance of accreditation of third party conformity assessment bodies for testing pursuant to specific cpsc regulations relating to bicycle helmets dive sticks and similar articles rattles bicycles and bunk beds. the commission is issuing this notice of requirements pursuant to section 14 a 3 b vi of the consumer product safety act 15 u.s.c. 2063 a 3 b vi . this notice of requirements is effective on 2 september 2009. the cpsc will stay its enforcement of this notice of requirements at least until 10 february 2010 the date reflects the stay of enforcement that the cpsc published in the federal register on 9 february 2009 74 fr 6396
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ignition of upholstered furniture by small open flames and or smoldering cigarettes advance notice of proposed rulemaking request for comments and information 4 pages inenglish the consumer product safety commission cpsc or commission has found based on available information that a new flammability standard or other regulation may be needed for upholstered furniture products and for fabrics and related materials used in or intended for use in upholstered furniture to protect the public against unreasonable risk of fire leading to death personal injury or significant property damage. the risk of fire addressed in todays advance notice of proposed rulemaking anpr is from ignition of upholstered furniture by small open flames and or smoldering cigarettes. this proceeding is being conducted under authority of the flammable fabrics act ffa . in 1994 the commission commenced a regulatory proceeding under the ffa addressing the risk of fire from ignition of upholstered furniture by small open flame sources such as matches cigarette lighters and candles. 59 fr 30735 1994 . this anpr reflects the commissions decision to expand that proceeding to explicitly address cigarette ignitions as well
safety standard for infant walkers notice of proposed rulemaking 12 pages english section 104 b of the consumer product safety improvement act of 2008 cpsia requires the united states consumer product safety commission cpsc to promulgate consumer product safety standards for durable infant or toddler products. these standards are to be substantially the same as applicable voluntary standards or more stringent than the voluntary standard if the cpsc concludes that more stringent requirements would further reduce the risk of injury associated with the product. the cpsc is proposing a safety standard for infant walkers in response to the direction under section 104 b of the cpsia
safety standard for infant bath seats 5 pages english section 104 b of the consumer product safety improvement act of 2008 cpsia requires the united states consumer product safety commission commission to promulgate consumer product safety standards for durable infant or toddler products. these standards are to be substantially the same as applicable voluntary standards or more stringent than the voluntary standard if the commission concludes that more stringent requirements would further reduce the risk of injury associated with the product. the commission is proposing a safety standard for infant bath seats in response to the direction under section 104 b of the cpsia
third party testing for certain childrens products infant bath seats requirements for accreditation of third party conformity 4 pages english the consumer product safety commission cpsc or commission is issuing a notice of requirements that provides the criteria and process for commission acceptance of accreditation of third party conformity assessment bodies for testing pursuant to specific cpsc regulations relating to infant bath seats. the commission is issuing this notice of requirements pursuant to section 14 a 3 b vi of the consumer product safety act cpsa 15 u.s.c. 2063 a 3 b vi
third party testing for certain childrens products infant walkers requirements for accreditation of third party conformity assessment bodies 4 pages in english . the consumer product safety commission cpsc or commission is issuing a notice of requirements that provides the criteria and process for commission acceptance of accreditation of third party conformity assessment bodies for testing pursuant to specific cpsc regulations relating to infant walkers. the commission is issuing this notice of requirements pursuant to section 14 a 3 b vi of the consumer product safety act cpsa 15 u.s.c. 2063 a 3 b vi
general hospital and personal use devices renaming of pediatric hospital bed classification and designation of special controls for pediatric medical crib classification of medical bassinet prethe food and drug administration fda is proposing to rename pediatric hospital beds as pediatric medical cribs and establish special controls for these devices. fda is also proposing to establish a separate classification regulation for medical bassinets previously under the pediatric hospital bed classification regulation as a class ii special controls device. the proposed regulation for both pediatric medical cribs and medical bassinets would also include the consumer product safety commissions cpsc mattress flammability standards for the mattresses intended for use with these devices. in addition this proposed rule would require prescription use of pediatric medical cribs and bassinets. pre
requirements for consumer registration of durable infant or toddler products 8 pages english section 104 d of the consumer product safety improvement act of 2008 cpsia requires the u.s. consumer product safety commission to promulgate a final consumer product safety rule requiring each manufacturer of a durable infant or toddler product to provide with each product a postage-paid consumer registration form kee records of consumers who register such products with the manufacturer and permanently place the manufacturer name and contact information model name and number and the date of manufacture on each such product. the cpsc is proposing requirements that would fulfill this statutory direction
safety standard for play yards 9 pages in english section 104 b of the consumer product safety improvement act of 2008 cpsia requires the united states consumer product safety commission commission cpsc or we to promulgate consumer product safety standards for durable infant or toddler products. these standards are to be substantially the same as applicable voluntary standards or more stringent than the voluntary standard if the commission concludes that more stringent requirements would further reduce the risk of injury associated with the product. the commission is proposing a safety standard for play yards in response to the direction under section 104 b of the cpsia
conditions and requirements for relying on component part testing or certification or another partys finished product testing or certification to meet testing and certification requirements 39 pages in english the consumer product safety commission cpsc commission or we is issuing a final rule regarding the conditions and requirements for relying on testing or certification of either component parts of consumer products or another partys finished product or both to demonstrate in whole or in part compliance of a consumer product with all applicable rules bans standards and regulations to support a childrens product certificate cpc as part of the standards and protocols for continued testing of childrens products or to meet the requirements of any other rule ban standard guidance policy or protocol regarding consumer product testing that does not already directly address component part testing
application of third party testing requirements reducing third party testing burdens 4 pages in english the consumer product safety commission cpsc commission or we invites public comment on opportunities to reduce the cost of third party testing requirements consistent with assuring compliance with any applicable consumer product safety rule ban standard or regulation. third party testing requirements apply to most childrens products that are subject to a childrens product safety rule. we are taking this action pursuant to section 14 i 3 a of the consumer product safety act cpsa as amended by h.r. 2715 public law 112-28
testing and labeling pertaining to product certification regarding representative samples for periodic testing of childrens products 9 pages in english the consumer product safety commission cpsc commission or we is proposing to amend its regulations on testing and labeling pertaining to product certification. the proposed rule would address the testing of representative samples to ensure continued compliance of childrens products with all applicable rules bans standards and regulations. the proposed rule also would establish a recordkeeping requirement associated with the testing of representative samples. we are taking this action to implement part of h.r. 2715 pub. l. 112-28
amendment to requirements for consumer registration of durable infant or toddler products in 2009 the consumer product safety commission cpsc fulfilled a statutory requirement in the consumer product safety improvement act of 2008 cpsia to issue a rule requiring manufacturers of durable infant or toddler products to establish a consumer registration program. the commission now proposes to amend the definition of durable infant or toddler product in the rule to include the full statutory definition clarify that the scope of each listed product category is further defined in the applicable mandatory standard clarify listed product categories using the product name in the applicable mandatory standard and clarify the scope of the infant carriers and bassinets and cradles product categories.
product safety for children hb 1361 5 pages english . establishes the missouri childrens product safety act prohibiting manufacturers importers distributors wholesalers or retailers from manufacturing remanufacturing retrofitting distributing or selling any childrens product that is unsafe and establishes certain criteria which deems a childrens product to be unsafe
safety standard for portable bed rails section 104 b of the consumer product safety improvement act of 2008 cpsia requires the u.s. consumer product safety commission cpsc commission or we to promulgate consumer product safety standards for durable infant or toddler products. these standards are to be substantially the same as applicable voluntary standards or more stringent than the voluntary standard if the commission concludes that more stringent requirements would further reduce the risk of injury associated with the product. the commission is proposing a more stringent safety standard for portable bed rails that will further reduce the risk of injury associated with these products
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standard to address open flame ignition of mattresses bedding advance notice of proposed rulemaking 6pages in english the commission is considering issuing a flammability standard that would address open flame ignition of mattresses bedding. the commission currently has a flammability standard that addresses ignition of mattresses by cigarettes. however mattress bedding fires ignited by small open flames are a significant problem not addressed by the existing standard
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flame retardants and toxic chemicals hb 271 6 pages in english prohibits the manufacture sale and distribution of products containing certain flame retardants requires notification by manufacturer
environment-brominated flame retardants-decabrominated diphenyl ether prohibition hb1 2 pages in english . prohibits the manufacturing processing selling or distributing of specified products that contain a specified amount of decabrominated diphenyl ether
an act to amend the general business law and the executive law in relation to requiring mattresses and upholstered furniture to be fire retardant a01417a 3 pages in english requires that mattresses and upholstered furniture be fire retardant
safety standard for bassinets and cradles notice of proposed rulemaking 15 pages english section 104 b of the consumer product safety improvement act of 2008 cpsia requires the united states consumer product safety commission cpsc or commission to promulgate consumer product safety standards for durable infant or toddler products. these standards are to be substantially the same as applicable voluntary standards or more stringent than the voluntary standard if the commission concludes that more stringent requirements would further reduce the risk of injury associated with the product. the commission is proposing a more stringent safety standard for bassinets and cradles that will further reduce the risk of injury associated with these products
safety standard for toddler beds 13 pages english section 104 b of the consumer product safety improvement act of 2008 cpsia requires the united states consumer product safety commission commission cpsc to promulgate consumer product safety standards for durable infant or toddler products. these standards are to be substantially the same as applicable voluntary standards or more stringent than the voluntary standard if the commission concludes that more stringent requirements would further reduce the risk of injury associated with the product. the commission is proposing a safety standard for toddler beds in response to the direction under section 104 b of the cpsia. the proposed safety standard would address entrapment in bed end structures entrapment between the guardrail and side rail entrapment in the mattress support system and component failures of the bed support system and guardrails. the proposed standard also addresses corner post extensions that can catch items worn by a child
third party testing for certain childrens products mattresses mattress pads and or mattress sets requirements for accreditation of third party conformity assessment bodies 4 pages english the consumer product safety commission cpsc or commission is issuing a notice of requirements that provides the criteria and process for commission acceptance of accreditation of third party conformity assessment bodies for testing pursuant to the cpsc regulations under the flammable fabrics act relating to mattresses mattress pads and or mattress sets. the commission is issuing this notice of requirements pursuant to the consumer product safety act cpsa
standard for the flammability of mattresses and mattress pads 8 pages in english . the consumer product safety commission cpsc or commission is proposing to amend its standard for the flammability of mattresses and mattress pads. the ignition source cigarette specified in the standard for use in the mattress standards performance tests is no longer being produced. the commission is proposing to amend the mattress standard to require a standard reference material cigarette which was developed by the national institute of standards and technology as the ignition source for testing to the mattress standard.
safety standard for soft infant and toddler carriers 12 pages in english the danny keysar child product safety notification act section 104 of the consumer product safety improvement act of 2008 cpsia requires the united states consumer product safety commission commission or cpsc to promulgate consumer product safety standards for durable infant or toddler products. these standards are to be substantially the same as applicable voluntary standards or more stringent than the voluntary standard if the commission concludes that more stringent requirements would further reduce the risk of injury associated with the product. the commission is proposing a safety standard for soft infant and toddler carriers in response to the direction under section 104 b of the cpsia.
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energy conservation program energy conservation standards for general service fluorescent lamps and incandescent reflector lamps proposed rule 70 pages in english . doe is considering amendment of energy conservation standards for general service fluorescent lamps and incandescent reflector lamps and whether standards should apply to additional general service fluorescent lamps. this anpr also considers amendments to lighting-related definitions doe previously developed and incorporated into the cfr
energy conservation program test procedures for general service fluorescent lamps incandescent reflector lamps and general service incandescent lamps 16 pages english . the department of energy doe is proposing amendments to its test procedures for fluorescent and incandescent lamps which lam manufacturers are required to use to certify compliance with energy conservation standards
energy conservation program for certain commercial and industrial equipment test procedures for metal halide lam ballasts notice of proposed rulemaking 19 pages english the u.s. department of energy doe proposes to establish metal halide lam ballast test procedures that manufacturers would use to demonstrate compliance with the metal halide ballast energy conservation standards mandated by the statute. in accordance with the energy policy and conservation act as amended epca these test procedures are based on american national standards institute ansi standard c82.6-2005 ballasts for high-intensity discharge lamps--method of measurement. also in accordance with epca doe proposes a test method for measuring standby mode power consumption and discusses the fact that off mode power consumption does not apply to metal halide lam ballasts.
appliance labeling rule 21 pages english section 321 of the energy independence and security act of 2007 requires the commission to conduct a rulemaking to consider the effectiveness of current labeling requirements for lamps commonly referred to as light bulbs and to consider alternative labeling approaches. after reviewing public comments and consumer research the commission seeks comments on proposed changes to the existing labeling requirements for lam products
energy conservation standards for certain small diameter elliptical reflector and bulged reflector incandescent reflector lamps 4 pages english pursuant to the energy policy and conservation act epca the u.s. department of energy doe is preparing a notice of proposed rulemaking regarding energy conservation standards for certain incandescent reflector lamps irls that have elliptical reflector er or bulged reflector br bulb shapes and for certain irls with diameters of 2.50 inches. doe will hold a public meeting to discuss and receive comments on the product classes that doe plans to analyze for the purpose of amending energy conservation standards for certain irls and the analytical approach models and tools that doe is using to evaluate standards for these products. doe encourages written comments on these subjects. to inform interested parties and facilitate this process doe has prepared a framework document describing the analytical approaches doe anticipates using to evaluate potential standards for these lamps.
energy conservation program test procedures for general service fluorescent lamps general service incandescent lamps and incandescent reflector lamps 18 pages english the u.s. department of energy doe is proposing to revise its test procedures for general service fluorescent lamps gsfls and general service incandescent lamps gsils established under the energy policy and conservation act epca . doe is not proposing changes to the existing test procedure for incandescent reflector lamps irls established under epca. for gsfls and gsils doe is proposing to update several citations and references to the industry standards currently referenced in does test procedures. doe is also proposing to establish a lam lifetime test procedure for gsils. additionally in this nopr doe is requesting comments on all aspects of the gsfl gsil and irl test procedures and whether any further amendments are necessary. does review of the gsfl gsil and irl test procedures fulfills the epca requirement that doe review test procedures for all covered products at least once every seven years. finally doe is proposing to extend the compliance certification date for gsils so as to be consistent with the compliance date of the amended test procedure. doe is also announcing a public meeting to discuss and receive comments on the issues presented in this rulemaking
energy conservation program for certain commercial and industrial equipment test procedures for high-intensity discharge lamps 21 pages english the u.s. department of energy doe proposes to establish its test procedures for high-intensity discharge hid lamps under the energy policy and conservation act of 1975 epca as amended. the proposed test procedures are based on industry standard procedures and practices already established by the american national standards institute ansi the illuminating engineering society of north america ies and the international commission on illumination commission internationale de leclairage cie . the proposed test procedures would include measurement of parameters to enable calculation of lam efficacy in lumens per watt or lm w and would also provide for the efficiency measurement of directional lamps using center beam intensity in candelas and beam angle. the proposed procedures would also measure lumen maintenance i.e. the fraction or percentage of lam light output relative to initial output over time at 40 percent and 70 percent of rated lam lifetime. correlated color temperature cct and color rendering index cri would also be measured as potential means to delineate equipment classes for hid lamps. this notice of proposed rulemaking nopr also discusses does conclusion that hid lamps do not operate or use energy in standby mode or off mode. therefore doe does not propose test procedures for these modes.
conservation program availability of the preliminary technical support document for general service fluorescent lamps and incandescent reflector lamps 4 pages in english the u.s. department of energy doe will hold a public meeting to discuss and receive comments on the product classes that doe plans to analyze for purposes of amending energy conservation standards for general service fluorescent lamps gsfls and incandescent reflector lamps irls the analytical framework models and tools that doe is using to evaluate standards for gsfls and irls the results of preliminary analyses doe performed for these products and potential energy conservation standard levels derived from these analyses that doe could consider for gsfls and irls. doe encourages written comments on these subjects. to inform interested parties and facilitate this process doe has prepared an agenda a preliminary technical support document tsd and briefing materials which are available on regulations.gov docket number eere-2011-bt-std-0006 at www.regulations.gov docketdetail deere-2011-bt-std-0006
energy conservation program for high-intensity discharge lamps public meeting and availability of the interim technical support document 5 pages in english the u.s. department of energy doe will hold a public meeting to discuss and receive comments on the interim analysis it has conducted for purposes of establishing energy conservation standards for high-intensity discharge hid lamps. the meeting will cover the analytical framework models and tools that doe is using to evaluate standards for this equipment the results of interim analyses performed by doe for this equipment the potential energy conservation standard levels derived from these analyses that doe could consider for this equipment and any other issues relevant to the development of energy conservation standards for hid lamps. in addition doe encourages written comments on these subjects. to inform interested parties and facilitate this process doe has prepared an agenda an interim technical support document tsd and briefing materials which are available on the doe web site at www1.eere.energy.gov buildings appliancestandards rulemaking.aspx ruleid 23
energy conservation program test procedures for compact fluorescent lamps 34 pages in english prethe u.s. department of energy doe proposes to amend and expand its test procedures for medium base compact fluorescent lamps mbcfls . doe proposes to replace references to energy star requirements with references to the latest versions of industry standard test methods which with certain modifications would replace the existing mbcfl test procedures. doe is proposing to make these amendments in the existing appendix w to subpart b appendix w renamed as uniform test method for measuring the energy consumption of compact fluorescent lamps. in addition doe proposes to establish test procedures that would support the ongoing energy conservation standards rulemaking for general service lamps gsls gsl standards rulemaking including test methods for new performance metrics and for additional compact fluorescent lam cfl categories including non- integrated cfls and integrated cfls that are not mbcfls. doe also proposes to revise its sampling plan for manufacturers to certify that their cfls comply with the applicable energy conservation standards. doe proposes to incorporate measures of standby mode power consumption in its test procedures. doe also proposes various other conforming amendments. doe also announces a public meeting to receive comments on these proposed amendments to the test procedures. pre
safety standard mandating astm f963 for toys 5 pages in english . presection 106 of the consumer product safety improvement act cpsia made astm f963-07e1 standard consumer safety specification for toy safety a mandatory consumer product safety standard. that section also provides procedures for revisions to the standard. in accordance with these procedures the commission cpsc or commission recently allowed the update to astm f963 astm f963-16 standard consumer safety specification for toy safety astm f963-16 to become the mandatory toy standard. this direct final rule incorporates by reference astm f963-16 and updates the existing notice of requirements nor that provide the criteria and process for commission acceptance of accreditation of third party conformity assessment bodies for testing for astm f963 pursuant to section 14 a 3 b vi of the consumer product safety act cpsa . pre
cpsc acceptance of third party laboratories revision to the notice of requirements for prohibitions of childrens toys and child care articles containing specified phthalates this notice of proposed rulemaking npr would update the existing notice of requirements nor for prohibitions of childrens toys and child care articles containing specified phthalates that provide the criteria and process for commission acceptance of accreditation pursuant to the consumer product safety act cpsa . the proposed nor would revise the current nor to be consistent with the final phthalates rule which is published elsewhere in this same issue of the federal register and will be codified in the code of federal regulations cfr .
childrens toys and child care articles determinations regarding astm f963 elements and phthalates for unfinished manufactured fibers notice of proposed rulemaking - the consumer product safety commission cpsc is proposing a rule to determine that certain unfinished manufactured fibers would not contain the astm f963 elements or specified phthalates that exceed the limits set forth under the cpscs statutes and regulations for childrens toys and child care articles. based on these proposed determinations the specified unfinished manufactured fibers would not be required to have third party testing for compliance with the requirements of the astm f963 elements or phthalates for childrens toys and child care articles.
protecting children from certain toxic products hb 2449 6 pages in english . prohibits the manufacture sale or distribution of toys and child care products containing certain toxic chemicals
childrens safe product act s 6530 7 pages in english prohibits the manufacture sale distribution of childrens products containing lead or phthalates
phthalates infant and child safety hb 2443 5 pages in english prohibits the manufacturing sale or distribution of toys and child care articles containing phthalates and requires manufacturers to use the least toxic alternative
child product safety s348 14 pages in english prohibits the manufacture remanufacture retrofit distribution sale at wholesale or retail or otherwise placing into the stream of commerce an unsafe childrens product
childrens toys safety act sb 886 2 pages in english requires toy manufacturers to certify that their toys are in compliance with safety standards set by the united states consumer product safety commission cpsc and requires independent third-party testing and certification of a toys safety
an act to protect childrens health and the environment from toxic chemicals in toys and childrens products ld2048 h1432 6 pages in english requires manufacturers of childrens products that contain chemicals of high concern to disclose such information to the maine department of environmental protection
hazardous toys sb 6636 3 pages in english the state of new york is amending the new york state general business to prohibit the manufacture or import of any childrens toy that is contaminated with any toxic substance
third party testing for certain childrens products notice of requirements for accreditation of third party conformity assessment bodies to assess conformity with part 1303 of title 16 code of federal regulations 3 pages in english . sets forth the requirements for accreditation of third party conformity assessment bodies to test childrens products for conformity with the lead paint ban in the commissions regulations at 16 cfr part 1303 the lead paint ban . childrens products are those designed or intended for use primarily by children 12 years old and younger
third party testing for certain childrens products notice of requirements for accreditation of third party conformity assessment bodies to assess conformity with part 1501 of title 16 code of federal regulations provides notice of requirements for accreditation of third party conformity assessment bodies to assess conformity with part 1501 of title 16 code of federal regulations. the consumer product safety act cpsa at sec. 14 a 3 b iii as added by sec. 102 a 2 of the consumer product safety improvement act of 2008 cpsia public law 110-314 directs the u.s. consumer product safety commission to publish this notice of requirements for accreditation of third party conformity assessment bodies to test childrens products for conformity with the commissions regulations at 16 cfr part 1501 for identifying toys and other articles intended for use by children under three years of age which present choking aspiration or ingestion hazards because of small parts. requires that manufacturers including the importers or private labelers of products subject to these regulations have products tested by a laboratory accredited to do so and must issue a certificate of compliance with the applicable regulations based on that testing
childrens products containing lead proposed determinations regarding lead content limits on certain materials or products on 14 august 2008 congress enacted the consumer product safety improvement act of 2008 cpsia public law 110-314 122 stat. 3016. this notice of proposed rulemaking npr initiates a proceeding under section 3 of the cpsia authorizing the commission to issue regulations as necessary to implement the cpsia. in this document the commission solicits written comments concerning preliminary determinations on certain natural untreated and unadulterated materials and metals that have not been found to exceed the lead content limits prescribed under section 101 a of the cpsia.
childrens products containing lead interpretative rule on inaccessible component parts on 14 august 2008 congress enacted the consumer product safety improvement act of 2008 cpsia public law 110-314 122 stat. 3016. section 101 a of the cpsia provides for specific lead limits in childrens products. section 101 b 2 of the cpsia provides that the lead limits will not apply to any component part of a childrens product that is not accessible to a child through normal and reasonably foreseeable use and abuse. section 101 b 2 b of the cpsia further directs the commission to promulgate by 14 august 2009 a rule providing guidance with respect to what product components or classes of components will be considered to be inaccessible. in this document the commission is proposing an interpretative rule providing guidance on inaccessible component parts
childrens products containing lead notice of proposed procedures and requirements for a commission determination or exclusion on 14 august 2008 congress enacted the consumer product safety improvement act of 2008 cpsia public law 110-314. the commission proposes to establish procedures and requirements for a commission determination that a commodity or class of materials or a specific material or product does not exceed the lead content limits specified under section 101 a of the cpsia or an exclusion of a commodity or class of materials or a specific material or product under section 101 b that exceeds the lead content limits under section 101 a but which will not result in the absorption of any lead into the human body nor have any other adverse impact on public health or safety. this notice sets out and solicits comments on proposed procedures and requirements and information to be supplied with such requests
third party testing for certain childrens products notice of requirements for accreditation of third party conformity assessment bodies to assess conformity with part 1505 and or sec. 1500.86 a 5 of title 16 code of federal regulations 4 pages english the consumer product safety commission cpsc or commission is issuing a notice of requirements that provides the criteria and process for commission acceptance of accreditation of third party conformity assessment bodies for testing pursuant to specific cpsc regulations relating to electrically operated toys or other electrically operated articles intended for use by children and or clacker balls. the commission is issuing this notice of requirements pursuant to section 14 a 3 b vi of the consumer product safety act cpsa 15 u.s.c. 2063 a 3 b vi .
consumer registration of durable infant or toddler products 6 pages in english in accordance with section 104 d of the consumer product safety improvement act of 2008 cpsia the consumer product safety commission commission cpsc or we issued a final consumer product safety rule requiring manufacturers of durable infant or toddler products to establish a consumer registration program. the commission is proposing an amendment to clarify and correct some of the requirements of the rule
revocation of certain requirements pertaining to caps intended for use with toy guns and toy guns not intended for use with caps 3 pages english section 106 of the consumer product safety improvement act of 2008 cpsia considers the provisions of astm international standard f963 standard consumer safety specifications for toy safety astm f963 to be consumer product safety standards issued by the u.s. consumer product safety commission cpsc commission or we . among other things astm f963 contains provisions regarding sound-producing toys. the astm f963 provisions for sound-producing toys allow manufacturers to use more options with readily available test equipment for sound measurement to determine compliance than our existing regulations pertaining to caps intended for use with toy guns and toy guns not intended for use with caps which were included in the regulations under the federal hazardous substances act fhsa that were transferred to the commissions jurisdiction in 1973. the test methodology also refers to obsolete equipment. consequently we are proposing to revoke our existing banning regulations pertaining to caps intended for use with toy guns and toy guns not intended for use with caps because they are obsolete and have been superseded by the requirements of astm f963.
childrens toys and child care articles containing phthalates proposed guidance on inaccessible component parts 5 pages english on 14 august 2008 congress enacted the consumer product safety improvement act of 2008 cpsia public law 110-314. section 108 of the cpsia as amended by public law 112-28 provides that the prohibition on specified products containing phthalates does not apply to any component part of childrens toys or child care articles that is not accessible to a child through normal and reasonably foreseeable use and abuse of such product. in this document the consumer product safety commission cpsc or commission proposes guidance on inaccessible component parts in childrens toys or child care articles subject to section 108 of the cpsia.
electronic gaming machines requirements ks 6679 kar 112-107-1 to -34 -110-1 to -13 85 pages english the state of kansas racing and gaming commission is considering new requirements for electronic gaming machines.
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safety standard for cigarette lighters advance notice of proposed rulemaking request for comments and information 4 pages in english . cigarette lighters may present an unreasonable risk of injury due to mechanical malfunction of some lighters. in november 2001 the commission received a petition from the lighter association inc. asking the commission to adopt the voluntary standard consumer safety specification for lighters astm f-400 as a mandatory standard under the consumer product safety act cpsa . on november 30 2004 the commission voted to grant the petition. this advance notice of proposed rulemaking anpr initiates a rulemaking proceeding under the cpsa. one result of the proceeding could be issuance of a rule requiring that cigarette lighters meet certain safety requirements. the commission solicits written comments concerning the risks of injury associated with the mechanical malfunction of cigarette lighters the regulatory alternatives discussed in this notice other possible ways to address these risks and the economic impacts of the various regulatory alternatives. the commission also invites interested persons to submit an existing standard or a statement of intent to modify or develo a voluntary standard to address the risk of injury described in this notice
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safety standard for cigarette lighters adjusted customs value for cigarette lighters 2 pages in english . prethe commission has a safety standard requiring that disposable and novelty lighters meet specified requirements for child resistance. the standard defines disposable lighters in part as refillable lighters that use butane or similar fuels and have a customs value or ex-factory price below a threshold value initially set at 2.00 in 1993 . the standard provides that the initial 2.00 value adjusts every 5 years for inflation as measured by the percentage change since june 1993 in the monthly producer price index ppi for miscellaneous fabricated products. the adjustment is rounded to the nearest 0.25 increment. the price adjusted in november 2003 when changes in the ppi from june 1993 to june 2003 indicated a revised customs value or ex- factory price of 2.25. due to an increase in the ppi the customs value or ex-factory price has recently adjusted to 2.50. this rule revises the cigarette lighter standard to state that the import value has adjusted to 2.50 based on the change to the ppi. pre
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pathogen reduction hazard analysis and critical control point haccp systems - sample collection - technical amendments and corrections direct final rule available in english - 3pages the food safety and inspection service fsis is making technical corrections and amendments to the final rule pathogen reduction hazard analysis and critical control point haccp systems published on 25july1996. in response to worker safety concerns fsis will permit samples collected for generic e.coli testing of turkeys to be collected by sponging two sites. samples may still be collected by the whole bird rinse procedure shaking turkeys in a bag containing a buffer solution . fsis will also permit chickens and turkeys to be taken from the end of the slaughter line if it is impracticable to take a whole bird from the end of the chilling process. additionally fsis is amending the regulations to add the performance standard for salmonella in fresh pork sausage which was unavailable at the time the rule was published and correct a minor editorial oversight
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prohibition on the use of specified risk materials and requirements for disabled cattle argentina stated that notification g sps n usa 844 was published on 23 january 2004 as a standard non-emergency notification. the final date for comments was on 12 april 2004 but the proposed date of adoption and entry into force was on 12 january 2004 hence members did not have adequate opportunity for comment. argentina was required to comply with the same requirements imposed on countries affected with bse although argentina had never had a case of bse and complied with the requirements to be considered free of bse. the united states was requested to clarify this matter. the united states explained that the usda had instituted a number of interim measures on 12 january 2004 after the announcement of a presumptive case of bse in washington state on 23 december 2003. under the us regulatory system interim final rules were enforced immediately but there was a concurrent comment period of 90 days. the comment period for g sps n usa 844 would expire on 12 april 2004. members that were free of bse and interested in seeking recognition of alternate control measures equivalent to the us measures as announced in g sps n usa 844 845 and 846 were encouraged to submit their comments within the deadline for consideration in the development of a final set of bse rules.
us implementation of the international standard for phytosanitary measures on wood packaging ispm 15 in october 2003 argentina agreed that wood packaging could spread pests. however the us measures could have a negative impact on argentinas exports. the us notification did not provide sufficient time for implementing the measures need for compliance. for instance argentina needed sufficient resources and time to establish the required treatment centres for wood packaging materials. chile supported the statement made by argentina. the representative of the united states stated that it had received 54 comments from seven other members on its proposed measure and that aphis was in the process of evaluating these comments to determine how to take them into account. the 1st january 2004 implementation date would be postponed and the measure would be phased in over time. the united states encouraged other members to adopt ispm 15 as a means of controlling the spread of raw wood pests. in march 2006 argentina reported that this trade concern had been resolved.
united states proposed rule on labelling and advertising of wines distilled spirits and malt beverages id 179 proposed rule on the labeling and advertising of wines distilled spirits and malt beverages
united states country of origin labelling id 91 country of origin labelling
united states bioterrorism act id 90 registration of domestic and foreign facilities that manufacture process pack or hold food for human or animal consumption in the untied states
united states requirements to combat illegal logging id 211 importation of plants
proposed rule imports lemons from northwest argentina docket no. aphis--2014-0092 the animal and plant health inspection service aphis is proposing to amend the fruits and vegetables regulations to allow the importation of lemons from northwest argentina into the continental united states. as a condition of entry lemons from northwest argentina would have to be produced in accordance with a systems approach that would include requirements for importation in commercial consignments registration and monitoring of places of production and packinghouses pest-free places of production grove sanitation monitoring and pest control practices treatment with a surface disinfectant lot identification and inspection for quarantine pests by the argentine national plant protection organization. additionally lemons from northwest argentina would have to be harvested green and within a certain time period or treated for medfly in accordance with an approved treatment schedule. lemons from northwest argentina would also be required to be accompanied by a phytosanitary certificate with an additional declaration stating that the lemons have been inspected and found to be free of quarantine pests and were produced in accordance with the proposed requirements. this action would allow for the importation of lemons from northwest argentina into the united states while continuing to provide protection against the introduction of quarantine pests. federal register vol. 81 no. 90 tuesday 10 may 2016 pgs. 28758-28764
notice of availability evaluation of foot-and-mouth disease and rinderpest status patagonia argentina docket no. aphis-2013-0105 the animal and plant health inspection service is advising the public that we have determined that a region of argentina consisting of the areas of patagonia south and patagonia north b is free of foot-and-mouth disease. we are making that determination as well as an evaluation we have prepared in connection with this action available for review and comment. in addition we have prepared an evaluation assessing the rinderpest status of south america which includes argentina and have determined based on our evaluation that rinderpest is not present in the entirety of argentina. we are also making that determination as well as our evaluation available for review and comment. federal register vol. 79 no. 15 thursday 23 january 2014 pages 3775-3777
proposed rule imports beef from a region in argentina docket no. aphis-2014-0032 the animal and plant health inspection service aphis is proposing to amend the regulations governing the importation of certain animals meat and other animal products to allow under certain conditions the importation of fresh chilled or frozen beef from a region in argentina located north of patagonia south and patagonia north b referred to as northern argentina. based on the evidence in a recent risk assessment we believe that fresh chilled or frozen beef can be safely imported from northern argentina provided certain conditions are met. this proposal would provide for the importation of beef from northern argentina into the united states while continuing to protect the united states against the introduction of foot-and-mouth disease. federal register vol. 79 no. 168 friday 29 august 2014 pages 51508-51514
importation of lemons from northwest argentina docket no. aphis-2014-0092 the animal and plant health inspection service aphis is amending the fruits and vegetables regulations to allow the importation of lemons from northwest argentina into the continental united states. as a condition of entry lemons from northwest argentina would have to be produced in accordance with a systems approach that includes requirements for importation in commercial consignments registration and monitoring of places of production and packinghouses pest-free places of production grove sanitation monitoring and pest control practices treatment with a surface disinfectant lot identification and inspection for quarantine pests by the argentine national plant protection organization. additionally lemons from northwest argentina will have to be harvested green and within a certain time period or treated for mediterranean fruit fly in accordance with an approved treatment schedule. lemons from northwest argentina will also be required to be accompanied by a phytosanitary certificate with an additional declaration stating that the lemons have been inspected and found to be free of quarantine pests and were produced in accordance with the requirements. this action allows for the importation of lemons from northwest argentina into the united states while continuing to provide protection against the introduction of quarantine pests. federal register vol. 81 no. 247 friday 23 december 2016 pages 94217-94230
notice of availability of a commodity import evaluation document cied for the importation of garlic from european union and other countries into continental united states docket no. aphis-2011-0015 the animal and plant health inspection service is advising the public that we have prepared a commodity import evaluation document cied that evaluates the phytosanitary measures under which garlic may be imported into the continental united states from the european union and several other countries. currently garlic may be imported from these countries into the united states only if it is treated for certain pests. based on the cied we believe that the application of one or more designated phytosanitary measures other than treatment will be sufficient to mitigate the risks of introducing or disseminating plant pests or noxious weeds via the importation of garlic from these countries into the continental united states. we are making the cied available to the public for review and comment
united states country of origin labelling id 91 country of origin labelling
united states bioterrorism act id 90 registration of domestic and foreign facilities that manufacture process pack or hold food for human or animal consumption in the untied states
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australias meat safety enhancement program notice of affirmation of equivalence decision docket no. fsis-2009-0020 the food safety and inspection service fsis is affirming its 1999 decision that australias meat safety enhancement program msep an alternative to the conventional meat inspection system also maintained by the australian government food regulatory authority australia quarantine and inspection service aqis is equivalent to the fsis domestic meat inspection system. msep has been renamed the australian export meat inspection system aemis but the system itself will remain the same as that determined to be equivalent by fsis in 1999 when fsis announced that slaughter inspection in msep establishments meets all requirements of us law for the import of product to the united states and provides the same level of public health protection as us domestic slaughter inspection. in this notice msep is used for events that occurred under that name msep aemis for unchanging features of the program and aemis for current and projected activities. in january 2011 australia informed fsis that aemis will be progressively implemented in all australian beef sheep and goat establishments eligible to export to the united states
united states standard on fire detection and alarm system control equipment id 85
united states - foreign manufacturers legal accountability act id 277 the hr 4668 law of responsibility of foreign manufacturers introduced in the us house of representatives in february 2010 and under consideration for a possible vote in the house requires foreign producers or manufacturers to establish a registered agent in the us
notice of determination of pest-free areas in australia request for comments docket no. aphis-2011-0088 the animal and plant health inspection service is advising the public that we have received a request from the government of australia to recognize additional areas as pest-free areas for mediterranean fruit fly ceratitis capitata or queensland fruit fly bactrocera tryoni . after reviewing the documentation submitted in support of this request the administrator of the animal and plant health inspection service has determined that these areas meet the criteria in our regulations for recognition as pest-free areas. we are making that determination as well as an evaluation document we have prepared in connection with this action available for review and comment. federal register 14 september 2011 volume 76 number 178 notice pages 56730-56731
proposed rule importation of mangoes from australia docket no. aphis-2011-0040 the animal and plant health inspection service aphis is proposing to amend the regulations concerning the importation of fruits and vegetables to allow the importation of fresh mangoes from australia into the continental united states. as a condition of entry the mangoes would have to be produced in accordance with a systems approach employing a combination of mitigation measures for the fungus cytosphaera mangiferae and would have to be inspected prior to exportation from australia and found free of this disease. the mangoes would have to be imported in commercial consignments only and would have to be treated by irradiation to mitigate the risk of insect pests. the mangoes would also have to be accompanied by a phytosanitary certificate with an additional declaration that the conditions for importation have been met. this action would allow the importation of mangoes from australia while continuing to protect against the introduction of plant pests into the united states. federal register volume 76 number 206 tuesday october 25 2011 pages 65988-65991
treatment evaluation document cold treatment of grapefruit from australia docket aphis-2016-0049 the animal and plant health inspection service aphis is advising the public that we have determined that it is warranted to amend cold treatment schedule t107-d-3 in the plant protection and quarantine treatment manual to extend the applicability of the treatment to grapefruit from australia. we have prepared a treatment evaluation document that describes the amended treatment schedule and explains why we have determined that it is effective at neutralizing certain target pests. we are making this treatment evaluation document available to the public for review and comment. federal register vol. 81 no. 180 friday 16 september 2016 pgs. 63735-63736
proposed rule importation of litchi fruit from australia docket no. aphis-2009-0084 the animal and plant health inspection service aphis is proposing to allow under certain conditions the importation of commercial shipments of litchi fruit from australia into the continental united states except florida. as a condition of entry the litchi fruit would have to be grown in production areas that are registered with and monitored by the national plant protection organization of australia and treated with irradiation at a dose of 400 gray for plant pests of the class insecta except pupae and adults of the order lepidoptera and subject to inspection. the fruits would also have to be accompanied by a phytosanitary certificate with an additional declaration stating that the conditions for importation have been met. additionally litchi would not be imported into or distributed to the state of florida due to the presence of litchi rust mite in australia. this action would allow for the importation of litchi fruit from australia into the continental united states except florida while continuing to provide protection against the introduction of quarantine pests. federal register 28 december 2011 volume 76 number 249 pages 81401-81404
notice of availability of a commodity import evaluation document cied for the importation of garlic from european union and other countries into continental united states docket no. aphis-2011-0015 the animal and plant health inspection service is advising the public that we have prepared a commodity import evaluation document cied that evaluates the phytosanitary measures under which garlic may be imported into the continental united states from the european union and several other countries. currently garlic may be imported from these countries into the united states only if it is treated for certain pests. based on the cied we believe that the application of one or more designated phytosanitary measures other than treatment will be sufficient to mitigate the risks of introducing or disseminating plant pests or noxious weeds via the importation of garlic from these countries into the continental united states. we are making the cied available to the public for review and comment
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notice of availability of a commodity import evaluation document cied for the importation of garlic from european union and other countries into continental united states docket no. aphis-2011-0015 the animal and plant health inspection service is advising the public that we have prepared a commodity import evaluation document cied that evaluates the phytosanitary measures under which garlic may be imported into the continental united states from the european union and several other countries. currently garlic may be imported from these countries into the united states only if it is treated for certain pests. based on the cied we believe that the application of one or more designated phytosanitary measures other than treatment will be sufficient to mitigate the risks of introducing or disseminating plant pests or noxious weeds via the importation of garlic from these countries into the continental united states. we are making the cied available to the public for review and comment
federal quarantine order for non-commercial shipments of rice from countries with khapra beetle the animal and plant health inspection service aphis is issuing a federal order pursuant to the regulatory authority provided by the plant protection act of 20 june 2000 as amended section 412 a 7 u.s.c. 7712 a to prevent the entry or introduction into the united states of the exotic quarantine pest khapra beetle trogoderma granarium everts . to prevent the introduction of this harmful plant pest into the united states aphis has determined that non-commercial quantities of rice from countries where khapra beetle is known to occur will be prohibited from entering the united states
notice of availability of a commodity import evaluation document cied for the importation of garlic from european union and other countries into continental united states docket no. aphis-2011-0015 the animal and plant health inspection service is advising the public that we have prepared a commodity import evaluation document cied that evaluates the phytosanitary measures under which garlic may be imported into the continental united states from the european union and several other countries. currently garlic may be imported from these countries into the united states only if it is treated for certain pests. based on the cied we believe that the application of one or more designated phytosanitary measures other than treatment will be sufficient to mitigate the risks of introducing or disseminating plant pests or noxious weeds via the importation of garlic from these countries into the continental united states. we are making the cied available to the public for review and comment
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notice recognition of freedom from citrus longhorned beetles and asian longhorned beetle in certain european union countries docket no. aphis-2018-0074 aphis is notifying the public that it proposes to update the u.s. department of agriculture plants for planting manual by recognizing 22 european union member states as being free from citrus longhorned beetle clb and asian longhorned beetle alb and removing them from the list of countries where clb and alb are present. aphis would also change the entry conditions in the manual for imports of certain host plant taxa of clb and alb from four of these countries belgium denmark the netherlands and the united kingdom because they have previously approved genera exempted from the category of plants not authorized pending pest risk analysis. these changes would relieve certain restrictions on host plants of clb and alb from belgium denmark the netherlands and the united kingdom while continuing to mitigate the risk of introducing quarantine pests into the united states. federal register vol. 84 no. 137 wednesday 17 july 2019 p 34116-34117
importation of bromeliad plants in growing media from belgium denmark and the netherlands docket no. aphis-2010-0005 the animal and plant health inspection service is proposing to amend the regulations governing the importation of plants and plant products to add bromeliad plants of the genera aechmea cryptanthus guzmania hohenbergia neoregelia tillandsia and vriesea from belgium denmark and the netherlands to the list of plants that may be imported into the united states in an approved growing medium subject to specified growing inspection and certification requirements. we are taking this action in response to requests from those three countries and after determining that the plants could be imported under certain conditions without resulting in the introduction into or the dissemination within the united states of a plant pest or noxious weed
proposed rule importation of fresh apple and pear fruit into the continental united states from certain countries in the european union docket no. aphis-2015-0073 the animal and plant health inspection service aphis is proposing to amend the regulations to allow the importation of fresh apple and pear fruit from certain countries in the european union into the continental united states provided that the fruit is produced in accordance with a systems approach as an alternative to importation under the current preclearance program. the proposed systems approach for fresh apple and pear fruit consists of production site and packinghouse registration inspection of registered production sites twice a season production site pest control and sanitation post-harvest safeguards fruit culling traceback sampling cold treatment against mediterranean fruit fly in countries where the pest is known to occur a phytosanitary certificate port of entry inspection and importation as commercial consignments only. fresh apple and pear fruit that does not meet the requirements in the systems approach would continue to be allowed to be imported into the united states subject to the conditions of the preclearance program. this action would provide an alternative for the importation of fresh apple and pear fruit from certain countries in the european union while continuing to provide protection against the introduction of plant pests into the continental united states. federal register vol. 81 no.12 wednesday 20 january 2016 pgs. 3033-3038
notice of availability of a commodity import evaluation document cied for the importation of garlic from european union and other countries into continental united states docket no. aphis-2011-0015 the animal and plant health inspection service is advising the public that we have prepared a commodity import evaluation document cied that evaluates the phytosanitary measures under which garlic may be imported into the continental united states from the european union and several other countries. currently garlic may be imported from these countries into the united states only if it is treated for certain pests. based on the cied we believe that the application of one or more designated phytosanitary measures other than treatment will be sufficient to mitigate the risks of introducing or disseminating plant pests or noxious weeds via the importation of garlic from these countries into the continental united states. we are making the cied available to the public for review and comment
united states country of origin labelling id 91 country of origin labelling
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regulatory process economic analysis requirement in april 2008 brazil indicated that before an import permit final rule was approved the us regulatory process required not only a health risk assessment but also economic analysis of the imported product. this longstanding brazilian concern had previously been discussed bilaterally but remained unresolved despite the establishment of a bilateral committee. the analysis was done to see if there would be damage to small us businesses however it was unclear what happened when an economic impact was detected. this time-consuming ste resulted in delays in the final assessment which caused economic losses to the exporting member. brazil considered that this requirement was not in compliance with article 5 of the sps agreement according to which only certain economic factors were to be considered in risk assessments. these did not include the analysis of possible economic harm that could be caused by the imported goods. brazil requested the united states to eliminate this economic analysis requirement. the united states noted that brazils concerns appeared to be based on misperceptions. the us administrative procedures act of 1946 established the regulatory process for all regulations. this included public participation in the rule-making process but ensured the scientific basis of final decisions. many stakeholders had requested that the process be expedited. the relevant us agencies made every effort to expedite the process but were required to comply with the legislation. the economic analysis provided important information on the likely impact of a proposed regulatory change. but sps measures were not determined on the basis of the economic analysis - this was simply a part of the internal transparency requirements.
united states dolphin-safe tuna labelling requirement id 42 establishment of a dolphin-safe mark for tuna products
proposed rule importation of beef region in brazil docket no. aphis-2009-0017 the animal and plant health inspection service is proposing to amend the regulations governing the importation of certain animals meat and other animal products by allowing under certain conditions the importation of fresh chilled or frozen beef from a region in brazil the states of bahia distrito federal espirito santo goias mato grosso mato grossodo sul minas gerais parana rio grande do sul rio de janeiro rondonia sao paulo sergipe and tocantins . based on the evidence in a recent risk assessment we have determined that fresh chilled or frozen beef can be safely imported from those brazilian states provided certain conditions are met. this action would provide for the importation of beef from the designated region in brazil into the united states while continuing to protect the united states against the introduction of foot-and-mouth disease. federal register vol. 78 no. 246 monday 23 december 2013 77370-77376
notice of availability of a commodity import evaluation document cied for the importation of garlic from european union and other countries into continental united states docket no. aphis-2011-0015 the animal and plant health inspection service is advising the public that we have prepared a commodity import evaluation document cied that evaluates the phytosanitary measures under which garlic may be imported into the continental united states from the european union and several other countries. currently garlic may be imported from these countries into the united states only if it is treated for certain pests. based on the cied we believe that the application of one or more designated phytosanitary measures other than treatment will be sufficient to mitigate the risks of introducing or disseminating plant pests or noxious weeds via the importation of garlic from these countries into the continental united states. we are making the cied available to the public for review and comment
concurrence with oie risk designations for bovine spongiform encephalopathy docket aphis-2015-0055 the animal and plant health inspection service aphis is advising the public of its preliminary concurrence with the world organization for animal healths oie bovine spongiform encephalopathy bse risk designations for 16 regions. the oie recognizes these regions as being of negligible risk for bse. aphis is taking this action based on its review of information supporting the oies risk designations for these regions. the list of those regions classified by aphis as having either negligible risk or controlled risk can be accessed on the aphis web site at www.aphis.usda.gov importexport animals animaldiseasestatus.shtml. the list can also be obtained by writing to aphis at national import export services 4700 river road unit 38 riverdale md 20737. in accordance with this process aphis is giving notice in this document that it intends to concur with the oie risk classifications of the following countries bulgaria cyprus czech republic estonia france hungary india republic of korea latvia liechtenstein luxembourg malta portugal romania slovakia and switzerland
federal quarantine order for non-commercial shipments of rice from countries with khapra beetle the animal and plant health inspection service aphis is issuing a federal order pursuant to the regulatory authority provided by the plant protection act of 20 june 2000 as amended section 412 a 7 u.s.c. 7712 a to prevent the entry or introduction into the united states of the exotic quarantine pest khapra beetle trogoderma granarium everts . to prevent the introduction of this harmful plant pest into the united states aphis has determined that non-commercial quantities of rice from countries where khapra beetle is known to occur will be prohibited from entering the united states
united states country of origin labelling id 91 country of origin labelling
united states requirements to combat illegal logging id 211 importation of plants
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notice of availability for a draft framework for united states-canada foreign animal diseases zoning arrangement the animal and plant health inspection service is making available for public comment a draft framework for implementing and maintaining a foreign animal disease zoning arrangement between the united states and canada. the draft framework provides an operational plan for the two countries to recognize each others decisions to control a highly contagious foreign animal disease outbreak through zoning. the draft framework also establishes a structure for maintaining the arrangement over time and strategies for engaging governmental and non-governmental stakeholders in any actions taken under the arrangement including planning and preparedness. this zoning arrangement will facilitate continued trade between disease-free areas of the united states and canada while safeguarding animal health in both countries. federal register vol. 79 no. 92 tuesday 13 may 2014 pages 27277-27278
united states - standards of identity for cheese id 542
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federal order modification of import requirements for medfly host commodities from chile on 31 july 2015 animal plant health inspection service issued a federal order effective immediately amending the import requirements for mediterranean fruit fly host commodities from chile. the federal order is also posted on the aphis plant health federal import orders website. federal order da-2015-42 www.aphis.usda.gov wps portal aphis home 1dmyurilewcm 3apath 3a aphiscontentlibrary saourfocus saplanthealth saimport safederalorders
actions taken by local governments chile noted that legal actions taken by local governments could disrupt trade flows. for example californian judges had requested the us department of agriculture usda to undertake an environmental analysis before allowing imports. in another instance after chilean phytosanitary authorities had taken a decision regarding the entry of weeds they were threatened to be subject to legal proceedings initiated by the exporting country unless the exporting country was declared a low-risk or a zero-risk country. another related issue concerned the need for the streamlining or reform of national regulatory frameworks. as many as five signatures were sometimes required to clear the entry of goods into a territory
actions taken by local governments chile noted that legal actions taken by local governments could disrupt trade flows. for example californian judges had requested the us department of agriculture usda to undertake an environmental analysis before allowing imports. in another instance after chilean phytosanitary authorities had taken a decision regarding the entry of weeds they were threatened to be subject to legal proceedings initiated by the exporting country unless the exporting country was declared a low-risk or a zero-risk country. another related issue concerned the need for the streamlining or reform of national regulatory frameworks. as many as five signatures were sometimes required to clear the entry of goods into a territory
united states chemical facility anti-terrorist regulation id 192
united states standards of identity for pisco and cognac id 347 the alcohol and tobacco tax and trade bureau proposes to amend its regulations setting forth the standards of identity for distilled spirits to include pisco as a type of brandy that must be manufactured in accordance with the laws and regulations of either peru or chile as appropriate governing the manufacture of those products. this change will remove pisco brandy from the list of examples of geographical designations in the distilled spirits standards of identity. this also includes a technical correction to remove cognac from the same list of examples. these changes will provide greater clarity in distilled spirits labelling
proposed rule importation of figs and pomegranates from chile under a systems approach docket no. aphis-2010-0024 the animal and plant health inspection service is proposing to amend the fruits and vegetables regulations to allow the importation into the continental united states of figs and pomegranates from chile subject to a systems approach. under this systems approach the fruit would have to be grown in a place of production that is registered with the government of chile and certified as having a low prevalence of brevipalpus chilensis. the fruit would have to undergo pre-harvest sampling at the registered production site. following post-harvest processing the fruit would have to be inspected in chile at an approved inspection site. each consignment of fruit would have to be accompanied by a phytosanitary certificate with an additional declaration stating that the fruit had been found free of brevipalpus chilensis based on field and packinghouse inspections. this proposed rule would allow the safe importation of fresh figs and pomegranates from chile using mitigation measures other than fumigation with methyl bromide
proposed rule importation of lemons from chile into the continental united states docket aphis-2015-0051 the animal and plant health inspection service is proposing to amend the fruits and vegetables regulations to list lemon citrus limon l. burm. f. from chile as eligible for importation into the continental united states subject to a systems approach. under this systems approach the fruit would have to be grown in a place of production that is registered with the government of chile and certified as having a low prevalence of brevipalpus chilensis. the fruit would have to undergo pre-harvest sampling at the registered production site. following post-harvest processing the fruit would have to be inspected in chile at an approved inspection site. each consignment of fruit would have to be accompanied by a phytosanitary certificate with an additional declaration stating that the fruit had been found free of brevipalpus chilensis based on field and packinghouse inspections. this proposed rule would allow for the safe importation of lemons from chile using mitigation measures other than fumigation with methyl bromide. federal register vol. 81 no. 64 monday april 4 2016 pgs. 19063 -19066
pest risk analyses importation of fresh cranberries from chile into the continental united states docket no. aphis-2015-0001 the animal and plant health inspection service aphis is advising the public that we have prepared a pest risk analysis that evaluates the risks associated with importation of fresh cranberry fruit from chile into the continental united states. based on the analysis we have determined that the application of one or more designated phytosanitary measures will be sufficient to mitigate the risks of introducing or disseminating plant pests or noxious weeds via the importation of fresh cranberries from chile. we are making the pest risk analysis available to the public for review and comment. federal register vol. 80 no. 48 thursday 12 march 2015 pages 12976-12977
proposed rule importation of fresh baby kiwi from chile under a systems approach docket no. aphis-2010-0018 the animal and plant health inspection service is proposing to amend the fruits and vegetables regulations to allow the importation into the continental united states of baby kiwi fruit from chile subject to a systems approach. under this systems approach the fruit would have to be grown in a place of production that is registered with the government of chile and certified as having a low prevalence of brevipalpus chilensis. the fruit would have to undergo pre-harvest sampling at the registered production site. following post-harvest processing the fruit would have to be inspected in chile at an approved inspection site. each consignment of fruit would have to be accompanied by a phytosanitary certificate with an additional declaration stating that the fruit had been found free of brevipalpus chilensis based on field and packinghouse inspections. this proposed rule would allow the safe importation of fresh baby kiwi from chile using mitigation measures other than fumigation with methyl bromide
imports kiwi from chile into the united states docket no. aphis-2014-0002 the animal and plant health inspection service is proposing to amend the fruits and vegetables regulations to list kiwi actinidia deliciosa and actinidia chinensis from chile as eligible for importation into the united states subject to a systems approach. under this systems approach the fruit would have to be grown in a place of production that is registered with the government of chile and certified as having a low prevalence of brevipalpus chilensis. the fruit would have to undergo pre-harvest sampling at the registered production site. following post-harvest processing the fruit would have to be inspected in chile at an approved inspection site. each consignment of fruit would have to be accompanied by a phytosanitary certificate with an additional declaration stating that the fruit had been found free of brevipalpus chilensis based on field and packinghouse inspections. this proposed rule would allow for the safe importation of kiwi from chile using mitigation measures other than fumigation with methyl bromide. federal register vol. 79 no. 200 thursday 16 october 2014 pages 62055-62058
proposed rule importation of fresh cherimoya fruit from chile into the united states docket aphis-2015-0015 the animal and plant health inspection service aphis is proposing to amend the regulations to allow the importation of fresh cherimoya fruit from chile into the continental united states provided that fruit is produced in accordance with a systems approach as an alternative to the currently required treatment. commercial consignments of fresh cherimoya fruit are currently authorized entry into all ports of the united states from chile subject to a mandatory soapy water and wax treatment. the proposed systems approach would include requirements for production site registration low pest prevalence area certification post-harvest processing and fruit cutting and inspection at the packinghouse. the fruit would also be required to be imported in commercial consignments and accompanied by a phytosanitary certificate issued by the national plant protection organization of chile with an additional declaration stating that the consignment was produced in accordance with the regulations. fresh cherimoya fruit that does not meet the conditions of the systems approach would continue to be allowed to be imported into the united states subject to treatment. this action would allow for the importation of fresh cherimoya fruit from chile while continuing to provide protection against the introduction of plant pests into the continental united states. federal register vol. 81 no. 64 monday 4 april 2016 pgs. 19060-19063
notice of availability of a pest risk analysis for the importation of fresh cape gooseberry fruit with husks from chile docket no. aphis-2010-0023 the animal and plant health inspection service aphis is advising the public that we have prepared a pest risk analysis that evaluates the risks associated with the importation into the continental united states of fresh cape gooseberry fruit physalis peruviana l. with husks from chile. based on this analysis we concluded that the application of one or more designated phytosanitary measures will be sufficient to mitigate the risks of introducing or disseminating plant pests or noxious weeds via the importation of fresh cape gooseberry fruit from chile. we are making the pest risk analysis available to the public for review and comment. federal register 11 august 2011 volume 76 number 155 page 49726
federal order fo for the importation of host material of anoplophora chinensis forster the citrus longhorned beetle clb and anoplophora glabripennis the asian longhorned beetle alb dated 1 april 2011 the animal and plant health inspection service aphis of the us department of agriculture is issuing a federal order fo pursuant to the regulatory authority provided by the plant protection act of 20 june 2000 as amended section 412 a 7 u.s.c. 7712 a to revise and replace the federal order issued for two harmful plant pests citrus longhorned beetle clb anoplophora chinensis forster coleoptera cerambycidae and asian longhorned beetle alb a. glabripennis motschulsky coleoptera cerambycidae previously issued on 16 january 2009 and notified to the wto as g sps n usa 1901. this revision adds three new a. glabripennis host genera of plants for planting cercidiphyllum spp. koelreuteria spp. and sorbus spp. identified as hosts by our domestic eradication program and 11 new a. chinensis host genera of plants for planting catalpa spp. chaenomeles spp. cornus spp. cydonia spp. liquidambar spp. parrotia spp. polygonum spp. rhdodendron spp. sageretia spp. toona spp. and viburnum spp. identified by the national plant protection organization of the netherlands and recent scientific journal articles. this fo also changes the requirements for importation of plants for planting from the european union eu member states because the status and distribution of a. chinensis and a. glabripennis in those countries is not sufficiently known. this revision of the fo also adds decorative branches to the list of regulated articles. the purpose and goal of this federal order is to prevent the introduction and or dissemination of two harmful plant pests citrus longhorned beetle clb anoplophora chinensis forster and asian longhorned beetle alb a. glabripennis from foreign countries into the united states. this federal order is effective on 11 may 2011
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notice of availability importation of fresh jujube fruit from china into the continental united states aphis is advising the public that it has prepared a pest risk analysis that evauates the risks associated with the importation of fresh jujbe fruit from china into the continental united states.based on the analysis we have determined that the applicatio of one or more phytosanitary measures will be sufficient to mitigate the risks of introducing or disseminating plant pests or noxious weeds via the importation of fresh jujube fruit from china.aphis is making the pest risk analysis available to the public for review and comment. federal register vol. 84 no. 57 monday 25 march 2019 pp. 11046-11047
notice addition of china to the list of regions affected by african swine fever docket no. aphis-2018-0037 aphis is advising the public that it has added china to the list of regions that it considers to be affected with african swine fever asf . aphis is taking this action because of the confirmation of asf in china. federal register vol. 84 no. 58 tuesday 26 march2019 pp. 11281-11282
proposed rule importation of fresh citrus from china into the continental united states docket no. aphis-2014-0005 the animal and plant health inspection service aphis is proposing to amend the fruits and vegetables regulations to allow the importation into the continental united states of commercial consignments of five species of fresh citrus fruit from china. as a condition of entry the citrus fruit would have to be produced in accordance with a systems approach that includes requirements for registration of places of production and packinghouses sourcing of pest-free propagative material inspection for quarantine pests at set intervals by the national plant protection organization nppo of china bagging of fruit safeguarding post-harvest processing and sampling and importation in commercial consignments. additionally we would require places of production to tra for several species of bactrocera fruit flies and would require the fruit to be treated for those species of fruit flies. in addition consignments would have to be accompanied by a phytosanitary certificate issued by the nppo of china that declares that the conditions for importation have been met and that the consignments have been inspected and found free of quarantine pests. finally the nppo of china would have to provide an operational workplan to the animal and plant health inspection service of the united states department of agriculture that details the activities that the nppo of china will carry out to meet these requirements. this proposed rule would allow for the importation of fresh citrus from china into the continental united states while providing protection against the introduction of plant pests
importation of fresh citrus fruit from china into the continental united states docket 14-005-12 aphis isadvising the public thatit has prepared a pest risk analysis that evaluates the risks associated with the importation of fresh citrus fruit pomelo nanfeng honey mandarin ponkan sweet orange and satsuma mandarin from china into the continental united states. based on the analysis aphis has determined that the application of one or more phytosanitary measures will be sufficient to mitigate the risks of introducing or disseminating plant pests or noxious weeds via the importation of fresh citrus fruit from china.aphis is making the pest risk analysis available to the public for review and comment. federal register vol. 84 no. 84 wednesday 1may2019 pp. 18474-18475
notice of proposed revision to import requirements for the importation of fresh fragrant pears from china into the united states docket no. aphis-2017-0103 aphis isadvising the public that it has prepared a pest risk analysis relative to the importation into the united states of fragrant pears from an additional area of production in china. based on the findings of the analysis aphis is proposing to authorize the importation of fragrant pears from this additional area of production in china and revise the conditions under which fragrant pears from authorized areas of production in china may be imported into the united states.aphis is making the pest risk analysis available to the public for review and comment. federal register vol. 84 no. 74 wednesday 17 april 2019 pp. 15994-15995
united states measure on refillable lighters id 106 changes in the import value under which refillable lighters have to be child resistant
united states dtv tuner requirements id 128 all new television receiving equipment must include the capability to receive over-the-air dtv broadcast signals
united states energy conservation standards for certain consumer products and commercial and industrial equipment id 140 technical amendment energy conservation standards definitions
united states energy conservation program for consumer products test procedure for residential central air conditioners and heat pumps proposed rule id 150 changed test procedures clarification of issues associated with sampling and rating
united states childrens jewellery id 160 possible ban on childrens metal jewellery containing more than 0.06 lead by weight in metal components
united states flammability of clothing textiles id 172 amendment of standard original outdated need to better reflect current consumer practices and technologies need to clarify
united states volatile organic compound voc emissions id 173 amendment requirements for the control of volatile organic compound emissions in the use of consumer and commercial products including requirements for labelling compliance certification and testing
united states consumer product safety improvement act id 208 third party testing for certain childrens products
united states test procedures for fluorescent lam ballasts in stand-by mode id 248 energy efficiency program test procedures for fluorescent lam ballasts in standby mode
united states - fcc rules 96-493 on broadcast services television broadcast stations tv transmission standards id 287 the us federal communications commission fcc had adopted on 24 december 1996 the fcc 96 493 broadcast services television broadcast stations and tv transmission standards. the fcc rules incorporated by reference atsc 52 the digital audio compression standard. section 73.682 d of the fcc rules provided that transmission of digital broadcast television signals needed to comply with various standards including the atsc digital audio compression standard. since 1 march 2007 all digital televisions bigger than 30 inches had to comply with this mandatory standard
us - proposed significant new use rules on certain chemical substances id 385 the us epa is proposing significant new use rules snurs under the toxic substances control act tsca for eight chemical substances which were the subject of premanufacture notices pmns p-11-327 p-11-328 p-11-329 p-11-330 p-11-331 p 11-332 p-12-298 and p-12-299. this action would require persons who intend to manufacture import or process any of the chemical substances for an activity that is designated as a significant new use by this proposed rule to notify epa at least 90 days before commencing that activity. the required notification would provide epa with the opportunity to evaluate the intended use and if necessary to prohibit or limit the activity before it occurs
united states - tsa certification on security screening equipment id 559
united states - energy conservation program energy conservation standards for compressors id 560
us - energy conservation program for consumer products various products id 384 us department of energy doe measures to promote energy efficiency of appliances lighting and other consumer products under the energy policy and conservation act. the doe program to improve energy efficiency of consumer products under epca consisted of four integrated parts i testing ii labelling iii energy conservation standards and iv certification compliance and enforcement. under this program doe set minimum energy requirements for products to be sold in the us market
united states energy conservation program test procedure for commercial refrigeration equipment id 410 the u.s. department of energy doe proposes to revise and reorganize its test procedure for commercial refrigeration equipment cre in order to clarify certain terms procedures and compliance dates. specifically in this notice of proposed rulemaking doe addresses several inquiries it has received from interested parties regarding the applicability of does test procedure and current federal energy conservation standards the definition of certain terms pertinent to commercial refrigeration equipment the proper configuration and use of certain components and features of commercial refrigeration equipment when testing according to the doe test procedure the proper application of certain test procedure provisions and the compliance date of certain provisions specified in the doe test procedure final rule published on 21 february 2012 hereafter referred to as 2012 test procedure final rule . doe also proposes a number of test procedure clarifications which have arisen as a result of the negotiated rulemaking process for certification of commercial heating ventilation air conditioning refrigeration and water heating equipment. these provisions are addressed below in more detail. doe will hold a public meeting to receive and discuss comments on this nopr
united states energy conservation program energy conservation standards for residential refrigerators refrigerator-freezers and freezers id 355 the energy policy and conservation act epca prescribes energy conservation standards for various consumer products and commercial and industrial equipment including residential refrigerators refrigerator freezers and freezers. epca also requires the us department of energy doe to determine whether more stringent amended standards for these products are technologically feasible and economically justified and would save a significant amount of energy. in this nopr doe proposes amended energy conservation standards for residential refrigerators refrigerator freezers and freezers. the nopr also announces a public meeting to receive comment on these proposed standards and associated analyses and results
united states application of third party testing requirements reducing third party testing burdens id 354 the consumer product safety commission cpsc commission or we invites public comment on opportunities to reduce the cost of third party testing requirements consistent with assuring compliance with any applicable consumer product safety rule ban standard or regulation. third party testing requirements apply to most childrens products that are subject to a childrens product safety rule. we are taking this action pursuant to section 14 i 3 a of the consumer product safety act cpsa as amended by h.r. 2715 public law 112-28
united states hazardous materials transportation of lithium batteries id 262 regulations on the design and packaging of lithium batteries to withstand normal transportation conditions. amendment of requirements in the hazardous materials regulations hmr on the transportation of lithium cells and batteries including lithium cells and batteries packed with or contained in equipment. the proposed changes are intended to enhance safety by ensuring that all lithium batteries are designed to withstand normal transportation conditions. this would include provisions to ensure all lithium batteries are packaged to reduce the possibility of damage that could lead to a catastrophic incident and minimize the consequences of an incident. in addition lithium batteries would be accompanied by hazard communication that ensures appropriate and careful handling by air carrier personnel including the flight crew and informs both transport workers and emergency response personnel of actions to be taken in an emergency
eligibility of the peoples republic of china to export siluriformes fish and fish products to the united states the food safety and inspection service fsis is proposing to amend the siluriformes fish inspection regulations to list china as a country eligible to export siluriformes fish and fish products to the united states. fsis is proposing this action because the agency has reviewed chinas laws regulations and inspection system as implemented and has determined that chinas siluriformes fish inspection system is equivalent to the system that the united states has established under the federal meat inspection act fmia and its implementing regulations. under this proposal only raw siluriformes fish and fish products produced in certified chinese establishments would be eligible for export to the united states. all such products would continue to be subject to re-inspection at united states points-of-entry by fsis inspectors.
proposed rule phalaenopsis spp. plants for planting in approved growing media from china to the continental united states docket no. aphis-2014-0106 the animal and plant health inspection service aphis is proposing to amend the regulations governing the importation of plants for planting to authorize the importation of phalaenopsis spp. plants for planting from china in approved growing media into the continental united states subject to a systems approach. the systems approach would consist of measures that are currently specified in the regulations as generally applicable to all plants for planting authorized importation into the united states in approved growing media. this proposed rule would allow for the importation of phalaenopsis spp. plants for planting from china in approved growing media while providing protection against the introduction of plant pests. federal register vol. 80 no. 104 monday 1 june 2015 pages 30959-30961
proposed rule importation of apples from china docket no. aphis-2014-0003 animal and plant health inspection service is proposing to amend the fruits and vegetables regulations to allow the importation of fresh apples malus pumila from china into the continental united states. as a condition of entry apples from areas in china in which the oriental fruit fly bactrocera dorsalis is not known to exist would have to be produced in accordance with a systems approach that would include requirements for registration of places of production and packinghouses inspection for quarantine pests at set intervals by the national plant protection organization of china bagging of fruit safeguarding labeling and importation in commercial consignments. apples from areas in china in which oriental fruit fly is known to exist could be imported into the continental united states if in addition to these requirements the apples are treated with fumigation plus refrigeration. all apples from china would also be required to be accompanied by a phytosanitary certificate with an additional declaration stating that all conditions for the importation of the apples have been met and that the consignment of apples has been inspected and found free of quarantine pests. this action would allow for the importation of apples from china into the continental united states while continuing to provide protection against the introduction of quarantine pests. federal register vol. 79 no. 138 friday 18 july 2014 pages 41930-41934
proposed rule importation of chinese sand pears from china docket no. aphis-2011-0007 the animal and plant health inspection service is proposing to amend the fruits and vegetables regulations to allow the importation of chinese sand pears pyrus pyrifolia from china into the united states. as a condition of entry sand pears from areas in china in which the oriental fruit fly bactrocera dorsalis is not known to exist would have to be produced in accordance with a systems approach that would include requirements for registration of places of production and packinghouses sourcing of pest-free propagative material inspection for quarantine pests at set intervals by the national plant protection organization of china bagging of fruit safeguarding labeling and importation in commercial consignments. sand pears from areas in china in which oriental fruit fly is known to exist could be imported into the united states if in addition to these requirements the places of production and packinghouses have a monitoring system in place for oriental fruit fly and the pears are treated with cold treatment. all sand pears from china would also be required to be accompanied by a phytosanitary certificate with an additional declaration stating that all conditions for the importation of the pears have been met and that the consignment of pears has been inspected and found free of quarantine pests. this action would allow for the importation of sand pears from china into the united states while continuing to provide protection against the introduction of quarantine pests. federal register volume 76 number 242 friday december 16 2011 pages 78168-78172
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availability of a pest risk analysis for the importation of fresh pepper fruit from colombia into the continental united states docket aphis-2018-0025 aphis is advising the public thatit has prepared a pest risk analysis that evaluates the risks associated with importation of fresh pepper fruit from colombia into the continental united states. based on the analysis aphis has determined that the application of one or more designated phytosanitary measures will be sufficient to mitigate the risks of introducing or disseminating plant pests or noxious weeds via the importation of fresh pepper fruit from colombia.aphis is making the pest risk analysis available to the public for review and comment. federal register vol. 84 no. 90 thursday 9 may2019 p 20322-20323
proposed rule pest risk analysis for importation swiss chard from colombia docket no. aphis-2013-0052 the animal and plant health inspection service aphis is advising the public that we have prepared a pest risk analysis that evaluates the risks associated with the importation of swiss chard from colombia into the continental united states. based on that analysis we have concluded that the application of one or more designated phytosanitary measures will be sufficient to mitigate the risks of introducing or disseminating plant pests or noxious weeds via the importation of swiss chard from colombia. we are making the pest risk analysis available to the public for review and comment. federal register vol. 78 no. 130 monday 8 july 2013 pages 40688-40687
proposed rule imports hass avocados from colombia docket aphis-2016-0022 the animal and plant health inspection service aphis is proposing to amend the fruits and vegetables regulations to allow the importation of hass avocados from colombia into the continental united states. as a condition of entry hass avocados from colombia would have to be produced in accordance with a systems approach that would include requirements for importation in commercial consignments registration and monitoring of places of production and packinghouses pest-free places of production grove sanitation monitoring and pest control practices lot identification and inspection for quarantine pests by the colombian national plant protection organization. additionally avocados from colombia would be required to be accompanied by a phytosanitary certificate with an additional declaration stating that the avocados have been produced in accordance with the proposed requirements. this action would allow for the importation of hass avocados from colombia into the continental united states while continuing to provide protection against the introduction of plant pests. federal register vol. 81 no. 208 thursday 27 october 2016 pages 74722-74727
supplemental requirements for importation of fresh citrus from colombia into the united states of america docket no. aphis-2017-0074 the animal and plant health inspection service aphis is notifying the public of its decision to supplement the requirements governing the importation of fresh sweet orange grapefruit mandarin clementine and tangerine fruit from colombia into the united states and are requesting public comment on these changes. aphis has determined that in order to mitigate the current pest risks posed by the importation of these commodities from colombia into the united states it is necessary to supplement the phytosanitary requirements now in place with additional requirements. this action will hel to protect the united states against plant pests while allowing the resumption of imports of fresh sweet orange grapefruit mandarin clementine and tangerine fruit from colombia which were suspended in 2016 due to the discovery of new plant pests in south america. federal register vol. 83 no. 25 tuesday 6 february2018 page 5179-5181
proposed rule importation of cape gooseberry from colombia into the united states docket no. aphis-2012-0038 the animal and plant health inspection service aphis is proposing to amend the fruits and vegetables regulations to allow the importation of cape gooseberry from colombia into the united states. as a condition of entry cape gooseberry from colombia would be subject to a systems approach that would include requirements for establishment of pest-free places of production and the labeling of boxes prior to shipping. the cape gooseberry would also have to be imported in commercial consignments and accompanied by a phytosanitary certificate issued by the national plant protection organization of colombia certifying that the fruit has been produced in accordance with the systems approach. this action would allow for the importation of cape gooseberry from colombia into the united states while continuing to provide protection against the introduction of plant pests. federal register vol. 78 no. 159 friday 16 august 2013 pages 49972-49975
united states import restrictions on chrysanthemums in march 2011 rica stated that costa rica was free from chrysanthemum white rust and had requested the united states to reduce post-entry quarantine to two months. however the united states continued to request a post-entry quarantine of six months. on 27 april 2010 aphis had provided a post-entry permit restricting chrysanthemums from costa rica to 2000 cuttings this was a disproportionate measure since chrysanthemums from costa rica could not spread chrysanthemum white rust. the united states responded that the usda aphis was re-examining the quarantine status of chrysanthemum white rust and would address costa ricas concerns. however chrysanthemum white rust remained a pest of quarantine significance in the united states and the united states continues to eradicate for it. once determined the necessary steps for potential changes in regulatory requirements for imports would be communicated to costa rica
concurrence with oie risk designations for bovine spongiform encephalopathy docket aphis-2016-0092 the animal and plant health inspection service aphis isadvising the public of itsdecision to concur with the world organization for animal healths oie bovine spongiform encephalopathy bse risk designations for seven regions. the oie recognizes these regions as being of negligible risk for bse. aphis is taking this action based on its review of information supporting the oies risk designations for these regions.federal register vol. 82 no. 151 tuesday 8 august2017 pg. 37041-37042
proposed rule importation of dracaena plants from costa rica docket no. aphis-2011-0073 the animal and plant health inspection service aphis is proposing to amend the plants for planting regulations to provide conditions for the importation into the continental united states of dracaena spp. plants from costa rica. these conditions would apply to plants less than 460 mm in length which are currently allowed to be imported and would also allow for the importation of plants over 460 mm and u to 1 371.6 mm in length which are currently prohibited. as a condition of entry dracaena spp. plants from costa rica would have to be produced in accordance with integrated pest risk management measures that would include requirements for registration of places of production and packinghouses a pest management plan inspection for quarantine pests sanitation and traceability from place of production through the packing and export facility and to the port of entry into the united states. all dracaena spp. plants from costa rica would also be required to be accompanied by a phytosanitary certificate with an additional declaration stating that all conditions for the importation of the plants have been met and that the consignment of plants has been inspected and found free of quarantine pests. this action would allow for the importation of oversized dracaena spp. plants from costa rica into the united states while continuing to provide protection against the introduction of quarantine pests. federal register volume 76 number 211 tuesday 1 november 2011 pages 67379-67384
federal order fo for the importation of host material of anoplophora chinensis forster the citrus longhorned beetle clb and anoplophora glabripennis the asian longhorned beetle alb dated 1 april 2011 the animal and plant health inspection service aphis of the us department of agriculture is issuing a federal order fo pursuant to the regulatory authority provided by the plant protection act of 20 june 2000 as amended section 412 a 7 u.s.c. 7712 a to revise and replace the federal order issued for two harmful plant pests citrus longhorned beetle clb anoplophora chinensis forster coleoptera cerambycidae and asian longhorned beetle alb a. glabripennis motschulsky coleoptera cerambycidae previously issued on 16 january 2009 and notified to the wto as g sps n usa 1901. this revision adds three new a. glabripennis host genera of plants for planting cercidiphyllum spp. koelreuteria spp. and sorbus spp. identified as hosts by our domestic eradication program and 11 new a. chinensis host genera of plants for planting catalpa spp. chaenomeles spp. cornus spp. cydonia spp. liquidambar spp. parrotia spp. polygonum spp. rhdodendron spp. sageretia spp. toona spp. and viburnum spp. identified by the national plant protection organization of the netherlands and recent scientific journal articles. this fo also changes the requirements for importation of plants for planting from the european union eu member states because the status and distribution of a. chinensis and a. glabripennis in those countries is not sufficiently known. this revision of the fo also adds decorative branches to the list of regulated articles. the purpose and goal of this federal order is to prevent the introduction and or dissemination of two harmful plant pests citrus longhorned beetle clb anoplophora chinensis forster and asian longhorned beetle alb a. glabripennis from foreign countries into the united states. this federal order is effective on 11 may 2011
notice of availability of a commodity import evaluation document cied for the importation of garlic from european union and other countries into continental united states docket no. aphis-2011-0015 the animal and plant health inspection service is advising the public that we have prepared a commodity import evaluation document cied that evaluates the phytosanitary measures under which garlic may be imported into the continental united states from the european union and several other countries. currently garlic may be imported from these countries into the united states only if it is treated for certain pests. based on the cied we believe that the application of one or more designated phytosanitary measures other than treatment will be sufficient to mitigate the risks of introducing or disseminating plant pests or noxious weeds via the importation of garlic from these countries into the continental united states. we are making the cied available to the public for review and comment
notice concurrence with oie risk designations for bovine spongiform encephalopathydocket no. aphis20180012 the animal and plant health inspection service aphis isadvising the public of its decision to concur with the world organization for animal healths oie bovine spongiform encephalopathy bse risk designations for four regions croatia poland northern ireland and scotland. the oie recognizes these regions as being of negligible risk for bse. aphis istaking this action based on its review of information supporting the oies risk designations for these regions. federal register vol. 83 no. 170 friday 31 august2018 pg. 44562
notice of availability of an evaluation of the classical swine fever foot-and-mouth disease swine vesicular disease and rinderpest status of croatia docket no. aphis-2014-0042 the animal and plant inspection service is advising the public that we determined that the republic of croatia is free of foot-and-mouth disease swine vesicular disease and rinderpest and is low risk for classical swine fever. we are making our determinations as well as an evaluation we have prepared in connection with this action available for review and comment. federal register vol. 80 no. 22 tuesday 3 february 2015 pages 5728-5729
federal quarantine order for non-commercial shipments of rice from countries with khapra beetle the animal and plant health inspection service aphis is issuing a federal order pursuant to the regulatory authority provided by the plant protection act of 20 june 2000 as amended section 412 a 7 u.s.c. 7712 a to prevent the entry or introduction into the united states of the exotic quarantine pest khapra beetle trogoderma granarium everts . to prevent the introduction of this harmful plant pest into the united states aphis has determined that non-commercial quantities of rice from countries where khapra beetle is known to occur will be prohibited from entering the united states
concurrence with oie risk designations for bovine spongiform encephalopathy docket aphis-2015-0055 the animal and plant health inspection service aphis is advising the public of its preliminary concurrence with the world organization for animal healths oie bovine spongiform encephalopathy bse risk designations for 16 regions. the oie recognizes these regions as being of negligible risk for bse. aphis is taking this action based on its review of information supporting the oies risk designations for these regions. the list of those regions classified by aphis as having either negligible risk or controlled risk can be accessed on the aphis web site at www.aphis.usda.gov importexport animals animaldiseasestatus.shtml. the list can also be obtained by writing to aphis at national import export services 4700 river road unit 38 riverdale md 20737. in accordance with this process aphis is giving notice in this document that it intends to concur with the oie risk classifications of the following countries bulgaria cyprus czech republic estonia france hungary india republic of korea latvia liechtenstein luxembourg malta portugal romania slovakia and switzerland
notice of availability of a commodity import evaluation document cied for the importation of garlic from european union and other countries into continental united states docket no. aphis-2011-0015 the animal and plant health inspection service is advising the public that we have prepared a commodity import evaluation document cied that evaluates the phytosanitary measures under which garlic may be imported into the continental united states from the european union and several other countries. currently garlic may be imported from these countries into the united states only if it is treated for certain pests. based on the cied we believe that the application of one or more designated phytosanitary measures other than treatment will be sufficient to mitigate the risks of introducing or disseminating plant pests or noxious weeds via the importation of garlic from these countries into the continental united states. we are making the cied available to the public for review and comment
concurrence with oie risk designations for bovine spongiform encephalopathy docket aphis-2015-0055 the animal and plant health inspection service aphis is advising the public of its preliminary concurrence with the world organization for animal healths oie bovine spongiform encephalopathy bse risk designations for 16 regions. the oie recognizes these regions as being of negligible risk for bse. aphis is taking this action based on its review of information supporting the oies risk designations for these regions. the list of those regions classified by aphis as having either negligible risk or controlled risk can be accessed on the aphis web site at www.aphis.usda.gov importexport animals animaldiseasestatus.shtml. the list can also be obtained by writing to aphis at national import export services 4700 river road unit 38 riverdale md 20737. in accordance with this process aphis is giving notice in this document that it intends to concur with the oie risk classifications of the following countries bulgaria cyprus czech republic estonia france hungary india republic of korea latvia liechtenstein luxembourg malta portugal romania slovakia and switzerland
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notice recognition of freedom from citrus longhorned beetles and asian longhorned beetle in certain european union countries docket no. aphis-2018-0074 aphis is notifying the public that it proposes to update the u.s. department of agriculture plants for planting manual by recognizing 22 european union member states as being free from citrus longhorned beetle clb and asian longhorned beetle alb and removing them from the list of countries where clb and alb are present. aphis would also change the entry conditions in the manual for imports of certain host plant taxa of clb and alb from four of these countries belgium denmark the netherlands and the united kingdom because they have previously approved genera exempted from the category of plants not authorized pending pest risk analysis. these changes would relieve certain restrictions on host plants of clb and alb from belgium denmark the netherlands and the united kingdom while continuing to mitigate the risk of introducing quarantine pests into the united states. federal register vol. 84 no. 137 wednesday 17 july 2019 p 34116-34117
importation of bromeliad plants in growing media from belgium denmark and the netherlands docket no. aphis-2010-0005 the animal and plant health inspection service is proposing to amend the regulations governing the importation of plants and plant products to add bromeliad plants of the genera aechmea cryptanthus guzmania hohenbergia neoregelia tillandsia and vriesea from belgium denmark and the netherlands to the list of plants that may be imported into the united states in an approved growing medium subject to specified growing inspection and certification requirements. we are taking this action in response to requests from those three countries and after determining that the plants could be imported under certain conditions without resulting in the introduction into or the dissemination within the united states of a plant pest or noxious weed
importation of live plants ofmicranthemum callitrichoides griseb. c. wright synonym hemianthus callitrichoidesgriseb. andm. micranthemoides nutt. wettst. synonym h. micranthemoidesnutt. from denmark into the continental united states and alaska a qualitative pathway-initiated pest risk assessment the animal and plant health inspection service aphis of the united states department of agriculture usda prepared this risk assessment to examine plant pest risks associated with importing commercially produced live plants of micranthemum callitrichoides griseb. c. wright synonym hemianthus callitrichoides griseb. and m. micranthemoides nutt. wettst. synonym h. micranthemoides nutt. linderniaceae for propagation in approved growing media new rockwool from denmark into continental united states and alaska
importation of campanula spp. plants for planting in approved growing media from denmark to theunited states proposed rule the animal and plant health inspection service aphis is proposing to amend the regulations governing the importation of plants for planting to authorize the importation ofcampanulaspp. plants for planting from denmark in approved growing media into the united states subject to a systems approach. the systems approach would consist of measures that are currently specified in the regulations as generally applicable to all plants for planting authorized importation into the united states in approved growing media. this proposed rule would allow for the importation ofcampanulaspp. plants for planting from denmark in approved growing media while providing protection against the introduction of plant pests
united states bioterrorism act id 90 registration of domestic and foreign facilities that manufacture process pack or hold food for human or animal consumption in the untied states
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importation of fruit and vegetable into the continental united states tree tomatoes from ecuador docket aphis-2015-0072 the u.s. animal and plant health inspection service aphis isproposing to amend the fruit and vegetable regulations to allow the importation of tree tomatoes from ecuador into the continental united states. as a condition of entry the tree tomatoes would have to be produced in accordance with a systems approach that would include requirements for importation in commercial consignments registration and monitoring of places of production field monitoring and pest-control practices trapping and inspection for quarantine pests by the national plant protection organization of ecuador. this action would allow the importation of tree tomatoes from ecuador while continuing to protect against the introduction of plant pests into the united states.federal register vol. 82 no. 118 wednesday 21 june2017 pages 28262-28266
proposed rule fresh peppers from ecuador into the u.s. docket no. aphis-2014-0086 the animal and plant health inspection service aphis is proposing to amend the fruits and vegetables regulations to allow the importation of fresh peppers into the united states from ecuador. as a condition of entry the fruit would have to be produced in accordance with a systems approach that would include requirements for fruit fly trapping pre-harvest inspections production sites and packinghouse procedures designed to exclude quarantine pests. the fruit would also be required to be imported in commercial consignments and accompanied by a phytosanitary certificate issued by the national plant protection organization of ecuador stating that the consignment was produced and prepared for export in accordance with the requirements in the systems approach. this action would allow for the importation of fresh peppers from ecuador while continuing to provide protection against the introduction of plant pests into the united states. federal register vol. 80 no. 79 friday 24 april 2015 pages 22930-22934
proposed rule importation of fresh avocado fruit from continental ecuador into the continental united states docket no. aphis-2016-0099 aphis is proposing to amend the fruits and vegetables regulations to allow the importation into the continental united states of fresh avocado fruit from continental ecuador. as a condition of entry fresh avocado fruit from continental ecuador would have to be produced in accordance with a systems approach that would include production site registration field sanitation packinghouse procedures designed to exclude the quarantine pests and procedures for packing storing and shipping the avocado fruit. the fruit would also have to be imported in commercial consignments with each consignment identified throughout its movement from place of production to port of entry in the continental united states. the systems approach for all fresh avocado fruit from continental ecuador except hass avocados would also have to include production site pest control measures. consignments would have to be accompanied by a phytosanitary certificate issued by the national plant protection organization of ecuador certifying that the fruit was produced in accordance with the systems approach. this proposed rule would allow for the importation of fresh avocados from continental ecuador into the continental united states while continuing to provide protection against the introduction of quarantine pests. federal register vol. 83 no. 116 friday 15 june 2018 pages 27918-27922
proposed rule fresh andean blackberry and raspberry fruit from ecuador into the continental u.s. docket no. aphis-2014-0085 the animal and plant health inspection service aphis is proposing to amend the fruits and vegetables regulations to allow the importation of fresh andean blackberry and raspberry fruit from ecuador into the continental united states. as a condition of entry the fruit would have to be produced in accordance with a systems approach that would include requirements for importation in commercial consignments from a pest free production site within a certified low pest prevalence area for fruit flies and pest monitoring and trapping. the fruit would also have to be accompanied by a phytosanitary certificate issued by the national plant protection organization of ecuador bearing an additional declaration stating that the consignment was produced and prepared for export in accordance with the requirements of the systems approach. this action would allow for the importation of fresh andean blackberry and raspberry fruit from ecuador while continuing to provide protection against the introduction of quarantine pests into the continental united states. federal register vol. 80 no. 79 friday 24 april 2015 pages 22927-22930
proposed rule importation of fresh cape gooseberry fruit from ecuador to the continental united statesdocket no. aphis20160009 aphis isproposing to amend the fruits and vegetables regulations to allow the importation of fresh cape gooseberry fruit from ecuador into the continental united states. as a condition of entry fresh cape gooseberry fruit from ecuador would be subject to a systems approach that would include requirements for establishment of pest-free places of production and the labeling of boxes prior to shipping. fresh cape gooseberry fruit from non pest-free places of production would have to undergo approved cold treatment or irradiation. the fresh cape gooseberry fruit would also have to be imported in commercial consignments and accompanied by a phytosanitary certificate issued by the national plant protection organization of ecuador certifying that the fruit has been produced in accordance with the systems approach. fresh cape gooseberry fruit that does not meet the conditions of the systems approach would be allowed to be imported into the continental united states subject to treatment. this action would allow for the importation of fresh cape gooseberry fruit from ecuador into the continental united states while continuing to provide protection against the introduction of plant pests. federal register vol. 83 no. 77 friday 20 april2018 pages 17503-17506
proposed rule importation of fresh pitahaya fruit from ecuador into the continental united states docket aphis-2015-0004 the animal and plant health inspection service is proposing to amend the fruits and vegetables regulations to allow the importation of fresh pitahaya fruit into the continental united states from ecuador. as a condition of entry the fruit would have to be produced in accordance with a systems approach that would include requirements for fruit fly trapping pre-harvest inspections approved production sites and packinghouse procedures designed to exclude quarantine pests. the fruit would also be required to be imported in commercial consignments and accompanied by a phytosanitary certificate issued by the national plant protection organization of ecuador stating that the consignment was produced and prepared for export in accordance with the requirements of the systems approach. this action would allow for the importation of fresh pitahaya from ecuador while continuing to provide protection against the introduction of plant pests into the united states. federal register vol. 81 no. 68 friday 8 april 2016 pgs.20575-20579
federal quarantine order for non-commercial shipments of rice from countries with khapra beetle the animal and plant health inspection service aphis is issuing a federal order pursuant to the regulatory authority provided by the plant protection act of 20 june 2000 as amended section 412 a 7 u.s.c. 7712 a to prevent the entry or introduction into the united states of the exotic quarantine pest khapra beetle trogoderma granarium everts . to prevent the introduction of this harmful plant pest into the united states aphis has determined that non-commercial quantities of rice from countries where khapra beetle is known to occur will be prohibited from entering the united states
notice of availability of a commodity import evaluation document cied for the importation of garlic from european union and other countries into continental united states docket no. aphis-2011-0015 the animal and plant health inspection service is advising the public that we have prepared a commodity import evaluation document cied that evaluates the phytosanitary measures under which garlic may be imported into the continental united states from the european union and several other countries. currently garlic may be imported from these countries into the united states only if it is treated for certain pests. based on the cied we believe that the application of one or more designated phytosanitary measures other than treatment will be sufficient to mitigate the risks of introducing or disseminating plant pests or noxious weeds via the importation of garlic from these countries into the continental united states. we are making the cied available to the public for review and comment
united states dolphin-safe tuna labelling requirement id 42 establishment of a dolphin-safe mark for tuna products
notice of availability of a pest risk analysis for the importation of strawberry fruit from egypt into the continental united states docket no. aphis-2012-0009 the animal and plant health inspection service aphis is advising the public that we have prepared a pest risk analysis that evaluates the risks associated with the importation into the continental united states of fresh strawberry fruit from egypt. based on that analysis we believe that the application of one or more designated phytosanitary measures will be sufficient to mitigate the risks of introducing or disseminating plant pests or noxious weeds via the importation of fresh strawberry fruit from egypt. we are making the pest risk analysis available to the public for review and comment. federal register volume 77 number 73 monday april 16 2012 pages 22557-22558
notice of availability of a pest risk analysis for the importation of shredded lettuce from egypt docket no. aphis-2011-0078 the animal and plant health inspection service aphis is advising the public that we have prepared a pest risk analysis that evaluates the risks associated with the importation into the continental united states of fresh shredded lettuce from egypt. based on this analysis we believe that the application of one or more designated phytosanitary measures will be sufficient to mitigate the risks of introducing or disseminating plant pests or noxious weeds via the importation of fresh shredded lettuce from egypt. we are making the pest risk analysis available to the public for review and comment. federal register 17 august 2011 volume 76 number 159 pages 50992-50993
proposed rule importation of fresh oranges and tangerines from egypt into the united states docket no. aphis-2012-0053 the animal and plant health inspection service aphis is advising the public that we have prepared a pest list associated with oranges and tangerines from egypt that identifies pests of concern. subsequently we prepared a commodity import evaluation document to determine the risk posed by peach fruit fly in oranges and tangerines from egypt. based on that evaluation we have concluded that the application of one or more designated phytosanitary measures will be sufficient to mitigate the pest risk. in addition we are advising the public that we have prepared a treatment evaluation document that describes a new treatment schedule that can be used to neutralize peach fruit fly and mediterranean fruit fly in oranges and tangerines. we are making the pest list commodity import evaluation document and treatment evaluation document available to the public for review and comment. federal register vol. 78 no. 75 thursday 18 april 2013 pages 23208-23209
notice of availability of a commodity import evaluation document cied for the importation of garlic from european union and other countries into continental united states docket no. aphis-2011-0015 the animal and plant health inspection service is advising the public that we have prepared a commodity import evaluation document cied that evaluates the phytosanitary measures under which garlic may be imported into the continental united states from the european union and several other countries. currently garlic may be imported from these countries into the united states only if it is treated for certain pests. based on the cied we believe that the application of one or more designated phytosanitary measures other than treatment will be sufficient to mitigate the risks of introducing or disseminating plant pests or noxious weeds via the importation of garlic from these countries into the continental united states. we are making the cied available to the public for review and comment
concurrence with oie risk designations for bovine spongiform encephalopathy docket aphis-2015-0055 the animal and plant health inspection service aphis is advising the public of its preliminary concurrence with the world organization for animal healths oie bovine spongiform encephalopathy bse risk designations for 16 regions. the oie recognizes these regions as being of negligible risk for bse. aphis is taking this action based on its review of information supporting the oies risk designations for these regions. the list of those regions classified by aphis as having either negligible risk or controlled risk can be accessed on the aphis web site at www.aphis.usda.gov importexport animals animaldiseasestatus.shtml. the list can also be obtained by writing to aphis at national import export services 4700 river road unit 38 riverdale md 20737. in accordance with this process aphis is giving notice in this document that it intends to concur with the oie risk classifications of the following countries bulgaria cyprus czech republic estonia france hungary india republic of korea latvia liechtenstein luxembourg malta portugal romania slovakia and switzerland
federal order fo for the importation of host material of anoplophora chinensis forster the citrus longhorned beetle clb and anoplophora glabripennis the asian longhorned beetle alb dated 1 april 2011 the animal and plant health inspection service aphis of the us department of agriculture is issuing a federal order fo pursuant to the regulatory authority provided by the plant protection act of 20 june 2000 as amended section 412 a 7 u.s.c. 7712 a to revise and replace the federal order issued for two harmful plant pests citrus longhorned beetle clb anoplophora chinensis forster coleoptera cerambycidae and asian longhorned beetle alb a. glabripennis motschulsky coleoptera cerambycidae previously issued on 16 january 2009 and notified to the wto as g sps n usa 1901. this revision adds three new a. glabripennis host genera of plants for planting cercidiphyllum spp. koelreuteria spp. and sorbus spp. identified as hosts by our domestic eradication program and 11 new a. chinensis host genera of plants for planting catalpa spp. chaenomeles spp. cornus spp. cydonia spp. liquidambar spp. parrotia spp. polygonum spp. rhdodendron spp. sageretia spp. toona spp. and viburnum spp. identified by the national plant protection organization of the netherlands and recent scientific journal articles. this fo also changes the requirements for importation of plants for planting from the european union eu member states because the status and distribution of a. chinensis and a. glabripennis in those countries is not sufficiently known. this revision of the fo also adds decorative branches to the list of regulated articles. the purpose and goal of this federal order is to prevent the introduction and or dissemination of two harmful plant pests citrus longhorned beetle clb anoplophora chinensis forster and asian longhorned beetle alb a. glabripennis from foreign countries into the united states. this federal order is effective on 11 may 2011
united states bioterrorism act id 90 registration of domestic and foreign facilities that manufacture process pack or hold food for human or animal consumption in the untied states
united states requirements to combat illegal logging id 211 importation of plants
united states hazardous materials transportation of lithium batteries id 262 regulations on the design and packaging of lithium batteries to withstand normal transportation conditions. amendment of requirements in the hazardous materials regulations hmr on the transportation of lithium cells and batteries including lithium cells and batteries packed with or contained in equipment. the proposed changes are intended to enhance safety by ensuring that all lithium batteries are designed to withstand normal transportation conditions. this would include provisions to ensure all lithium batteries are packaged to reduce the possibility of damage that could lead to a catastrophic incident and minimize the consequences of an incident. in addition lithium batteries would be accompanied by hazard communication that ensures appropriate and careful handling by air carrier personnel including the flight crew and informs both transport workers and emergency response personnel of actions to be taken in an emergency
regionalization in relation to animal health the european communities welcomed a us notification on the introduction of regionalization in import policy and internal control policy in relation to animal health but was concerned that the proposed measure did not meet the criteria of a true regionalization approach in conformity with what had been discussed at the oie. the united states stressed the purpose of the proposed measure was to facilitate trade and to fulfil the obligation of the united states under the sps agreement in particular article 5.2 on risk assessment
measures related to bse in march 1998 the european communities complained that recent us measures were neither in conformity with the sps agreement nor with the oie and were singling out europe. the european communities rejected us claims that inadequate surveillance in relation to bse was a problem within the european communities and indicated that the european communities was about to introduce a harmonized surveillance system. the united states replied that it was receiving numerous comments to its interim measure which was intended to protect animal and consumer health from bse in light of the unclear information on the distribution of bse on the european continent. trade would resume when the countries in question had systems that met us criteria. the united states would evaluate the data submitted and would take the necessary measures based on science and risk assessment. argentina noted that bse was a european problem with important potential consequences for the rest of the world and that it required a joint effort of political and scientific authorities to find a solution based on the available knowledge to avoid unnecessary trade disruption. in june 1998 the european communities drew attention to the recent oie indication that when a country had no native cases of bse and surveillance systems were in place for seven years trade in meat could take place. the oie also provided the basis on which trade could take place with countries of low incidence of bse. the criteria on which us decisions would be based were still not clear to the european communities. the united states announced that comments and information received were being incorporated into the risk assessment taking into account the discussions in the oie framework. the updated rule would soon be published and notified and responses would be provided to all comments received.
notification on refrigeration and labelling requirements for shell eggs the european communities queried whether the us measure was based on a risk assessment and if this risk assessment was available. the european communities sought written clarification from the united states regarding the non-application of the measure to units with 3000 hens or less and asked the united states to explain the discrimination between foreign and domestic eggs. the european communities also enquired whether the united states would accept equivalent measures. the united states responded that the risk assessment was available on the internet but that a copy would be provided to the european communities. the united states welcomed the ec request for consideration of equivalence and indicated that answers to the more technical questions would be provided in due course
import restrictions on rhododendrons in growing medium in march 1999 the european communities indicated that delays in the publication of a final rule on the importation of rhododendrons were resulting in de facto restrictions on ec exports. the representative of the european communities asked for information on the status of the pest risk analysis and of the final rule. the united states replied that the final rule for the importation of rhododendrons in growing medium from the ec had been completed pending final review and would be published within one month after the meeting. the european communities requested an update on the status of the rule in november 1999 and the united states answered that it would be published in the near future. in march 2000 the united states informed the committee that the final rule had been published on 30 december 1999 allowing the importation of rhododendrons under conditions designed to prevent the introduction of pests
import procedures for fruits and vegetables in june 2005 the european communities observed that ec exports of fruits and vegetables were experiencing lengthy inspection procedures that because of the highly perishable nature of the products resulted in commercial losses. the us animal and plant health inspection service aphis also required that only us-produced pesticides be used during cultivation some of which were not permitted within the european communities. the european communities requested the united states to accept the use of equivalent pesticides. certain insects used to protect crops in the european communities were not allowed entry into the united states. other concerns included inter alia cold treatment import requirements and pre-clearance inspection procedures. argentina described the case of markets not attractive enough for the private sector to register a pesticide so that no specific limit was fixed for the level of residues of this pesticide. on sanitary grounds the default limit was zero or close to zero which equalled prohibiting the products. the maximum limits established by codex should be used by default in such cases. the united states replied that its import procedures were transparent and wto-consistent. pesticide residue levels on fruits coming into the united states had to be approved by the us environmental protection agency epa . pesticides did not have to be produced in the united states but to be registered on the epa list of authorized pesticides. the united states imported very substantial volumes of fresh fruits and vegetables from about 150 countries and the value of imports had increased by 97 per cent over the past ten years.
imports of clementines the european communities reported that on 30 november 2001 usda aphis announced an immediate temporary ban on citrus fruit imports from spain following two reported interceptions of live mediterranean fruit fly larvae. the finds were made in cold-treated clementines from spain stored in close proximity to and possibly even mixed with fruits from other sources. imports of spanish citrus into the united states had taken place in accordance with a protocol agreed in 1987 comprising pre-shipment inspection cold treatment checks at the point of entry and measures that should be taken in the event of pest findings. the european communities considered the us measure disproportionate to the extent and nature of the findings given the impact on trade and discriminatory since other foreign suppliers also using cold treatment could still export clementines to the united states. the european communities was also dismayed by the us decision to study revisions to the cold treatment procedure and issue a final rule accordingly - a procedure which would take a considerable period of time. in june 2002 the european communities reported that spain and the united states continued bilateral efforts to find a resolution to this problem. the european communities expressed concern as to whether exports would be allowed to resume by the following season on the basis of a new import protocol given that the slow procedures being followed by the united states might not be concluded in time for the new season. the european communities indicated that if this were to occur they might invoke the dispute resolution procedures. the united states expressed appreciation for the cooperation of the spanish authorities in the matter and noted that the comment period had been extended in order to permit all relevant parties the opportunity to comment on the us risk assessment.
united states designation of new generic fibre name synterra id 61 designation and definition of a new pla fiber
united states fire resistance of mattresses and bedding id 74 open flames flammability standard
united states - olive oil id 210
united states draft legislation on chemicals bill 5820 id 278 introduction of a draft measure entitled toxic chemicals safety act of 2010 in the us house of representatives that provided a new updated framework for the management of chemicals in the united states in order to ensure public and environment protection from chemical exposure risks. according to the us representative in order to properly protect public health and the environment the toxic substances control act tsca of 1976 tsca had to be updated and strengthened. the objective was to enable epa to expeditiously target chemicals of concern and promptly assess and regulate new and existing chemicals. relevant principles for updating tsca were made available on a us government website
united states - california code of regulations chapter 53 safer consumer product alternatives id 284 process for prioritizing chemicals of concern and fostering the design of safer products sold in california
united states - modernization of the labeling and advertising regulations for wine distilled spirits and malt beverages
united states standards on tea id 10 ask for of public recommendations for tea standards
united states care labelling of textiles id 9 care labelling
united states - labelling on motor vehicle content id 4 provision of information about domestic and foreign content the vehicles equipment labelling notification refers to art. 2.5.2 of tokyo round agreement
united states federal motor vehicle safety standards tyre pressure monitoring system id 80 installation of tyre pressure monitoring systems labelling performance requirements
united states conditions and criteria for recognition of accreditation bodies laboratories for the energy star program id 268 modifications to conformity assessment procedures
african swine fever european union and eu member state regionalization decisions updating aphis list of regions affected the animal and plant health inspection service is advising the public that it is adding the european union eu and the eu member state-defined regions of the european union to the animal and plant health inspection service aphis list of regions affected with african swine fever asf . aphis will recognize as affected with asf any region of the european union that the eu or any eu member state has placed under restriction because of the detection of asf. these regions currently include portions of estonia latvia lithuania and poland and all of sardinia. aphis will list the eu- and eu member state-defined regions as a single entity. it is therefore removing sardinia as an individually listed region from the aphis list of asf affected regions. aphis is taking this action because of the detection of asf in estonia latvia lithuania and poland. federal register vol. 80 no. 168 monday 31 august 2015 pgs 52440-52441
proposed rule importation of live birds and poultry poultry meat and poultry products from a region in the european union docket no. aphis-2009-0094 the animal and plant health inspection service is proposing to amend the regulations governing the importation of animals and animal products by recognizing 25 member states of the european union as the aphis-defined european union poultry trade region and adding it to the list of regions we consider to be free of newcastle disease. we are taking this action based on a risk evaluation that we prepared in which we determined that the proposed region meets our requirements for being considered free of newcastle disease. we also determined that the region meets our requirements for being considered free of highly pathogenic avian influenza. in addition we are proposing to establish requirements governing the importation of live birds and poultry including hatching eggs and poultry meat and products from the aphis-defined european union poultry trade region and to update avian disease terms and definitions. these actions would facilitate the importation of live birds and poultry and poultry meat and products from the aphis-defined european union poultry trade region while protecting the united states from communicable avian diseases. federal register 19 july 2011 volume 76 number 138 notices pages 42595-42602
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proposed rule importation of fresh apple and pear fruit into the continental united states from certain countries in the european union docket no. aphis-2015-0073 the animal and plant health inspection service aphis is proposing to amend the regulations to allow the importation of fresh apple and pear fruit from certain countries in the european union into the continental united states provided that the fruit is produced in accordance with a systems approach as an alternative to importation under the current preclearance program. the proposed systems approach for fresh apple and pear fruit consists of production site and packinghouse registration inspection of registered production sites twice a season production site pest control and sanitation post-harvest safeguards fruit culling traceback sampling cold treatment against mediterranean fruit fly in countries where the pest is known to occur a phytosanitary certificate port of entry inspection and importation as commercial consignments only. fresh apple and pear fruit that does not meet the requirements in the systems approach would continue to be allowed to be imported into the united states subject to the conditions of the preclearance program. this action would provide an alternative for the importation of fresh apple and pear fruit from certain countries in the european union while continuing to provide protection against the introduction of plant pests into the continental united states. federal register vol. 81 no.12 wednesday 20 january 2016 pgs. 3033-3038
concurrence with oie risk designations for bovine spongiform encephalopathy docket aphis-2015-0055 the animal and plant health inspection service aphis is advising the public of its preliminary concurrence with the world organization for animal healths oie bovine spongiform encephalopathy bse risk designations for 16 regions. the oie recognizes these regions as being of negligible risk for bse. aphis is taking this action based on its review of information supporting the oies risk designations for these regions. the list of those regions classified by aphis as having either negligible risk or controlled risk can be accessed on the aphis web site at www.aphis.usda.gov importexport animals animaldiseasestatus.shtml. the list can also be obtained by writing to aphis at national import export services 4700 river road unit 38 riverdale md 20737. in accordance with this process aphis is giving notice in this document that it intends to concur with the oie risk classifications of the following countries bulgaria cyprus czech republic estonia france hungary india republic of korea latvia liechtenstein luxembourg malta portugal romania slovakia and switzerland
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notice of availability of a commodity import evaluation document cied for the importation of garlic from european union and other countries into continental united states docket no. aphis-2011-0015 the animal and plant health inspection service is advising the public that we have prepared a commodity import evaluation document cied that evaluates the phytosanitary measures under which garlic may be imported into the continental united states from the european union and several other countries. currently garlic may be imported from these countries into the united states only if it is treated for certain pests. based on the cied we believe that the application of one or more designated phytosanitary measures other than treatment will be sufficient to mitigate the risks of introducing or disseminating plant pests or noxious weeds via the importation of garlic from these countries into the continental united states. we are making the cied available to the public for review and comment
notice of availability of a commodity import evaluation document cied for the importation of garlic from european union and other countries into continental united states docket no. aphis-2011-0015 the animal and plant health inspection service is advising the public that we have prepared a commodity import evaluation document cied that evaluates the phytosanitary measures under which garlic may be imported into the continental united states from the european union and several other countries. currently garlic may be imported from these countries into the united states only if it is treated for certain pests. based on the cied we believe that the application of one or more designated phytosanitary measures other than treatment will be sufficient to mitigate the risks of introducing or disseminating plant pests or noxious weeds via the importation of garlic from these countries into the continental united states. we are making the cied available to the public for review and comment
proposed rule importation of fresh apple and pear fruit into the continental united states from certain countries in the european union docket no. aphis-2015-0073 the animal and plant health inspection service aphis is proposing to amend the regulations to allow the importation of fresh apple and pear fruit from certain countries in the european union into the continental united states provided that the fruit is produced in accordance with a systems approach as an alternative to importation under the current preclearance program. the proposed systems approach for fresh apple and pear fruit consists of production site and packinghouse registration inspection of registered production sites twice a season production site pest control and sanitation post-harvest safeguards fruit culling traceback sampling cold treatment against mediterranean fruit fly in countries where the pest is known to occur a phytosanitary certificate port of entry inspection and importation as commercial consignments only. fresh apple and pear fruit that does not meet the requirements in the systems approach would continue to be allowed to be imported into the united states subject to the conditions of the preclearance program. this action would provide an alternative for the importation of fresh apple and pear fruit from certain countries in the european union while continuing to provide protection against the introduction of plant pests into the continental united states. federal register vol. 81 no.12 wednesday 20 january 2016 pgs. 3033-3038
concurrence with oie risk designations for bovine spongiform encephalopathy docket aphis-2016-0092 the animal and plant health inspection service aphis isadvising the public of itsdecision to concur with the world organization for animal healths oie bovine spongiform encephalopathy bse risk designations for seven regions. the oie recognizes these regions as being of negligible risk for bse. aphis is taking this action based on its review of information supporting the oies risk designations for these regions.federal register vol. 82 no. 151 tuesday 8 august2017 pg. 37041-37042
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notice of availability of a commodity import evaluation document cied for the importation of garlic from european union and other countries into continental united states docket no. aphis-2011-0015 the animal and plant health inspection service is advising the public that we have prepared a commodity import evaluation document cied that evaluates the phytosanitary measures under which garlic may be imported into the continental united states from the european union and several other countries. currently garlic may be imported from these countries into the united states only if it is treated for certain pests. based on the cied we believe that the application of one or more designated phytosanitary measures other than treatment will be sufficient to mitigate the risks of introducing or disseminating plant pests or noxious weeds via the importation of garlic from these countries into the continental united states. we are making the cied available to the public for review and comment
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pest risk analyses importation of chipilin leaves and edible flowers of chufle izote and pacaya from guatemala into the continental united states aphis-2014-0021 the animal and plant health inspection service is advising the public that we have prepared pest risk analyses that evaluate the risks associated with importation of chipilin leaves and edible flowers of chufle izote and pacaya from guatemala into the continental united states. based on these analyses we have determined that the application of one or more designated phytosanitary measures will be sufficient to mitigate the risks of introducing or disseminating plant pests or noxious weeds via the movement of chipilin leaves and edible flowers of chufle izote and pacaya from guatemala. we are making these documents available to the public for review and comment. federal register vol. 79 no. 130 tuesday 8 july 2014 page 38484
united states - foreign manufacturers legal accountability act id 277 the hr 4668 law of responsibility of foreign manufacturers introduced in the us house of representatives in february 2010 and under consideration for a possible vote in the house requires foreign producers or manufacturers to establish a registered agent in the us
addition of hong kong to the list of regions affected with african swine fever docket no. aphis20190052 aphis is advising the public that it has added hong kong china to the list of regions that the animal and plant health inspection service considers to be affected with african swine fever asf . aphis has taken this action because of confirmation of asf in hong kong china. federal register vol. 84 no. 184 monday 23 september 2019 pg. 49706-49707
interim rule affecting solid wood packaging material in november 1998 the united states provided information on an amendment of the regulations applicable to unmanufactured wood adding treatment and documentation requirements for imports from china including hong kong china. hong kong china found the rule arbitrary and discriminatory. although hong kong china recognized that fumigation with methyl bromide was effective it was concerned that the use of this substance had undesirable side-effects on human health and the environment. bilateral consultations with the united states had taken place. the united states encouraged members to comment on its draft measure. canada indicated that it had also imposed a measure on unmanufactured wood imports from china to avoid introduction of the asian longhorned beetle. a technical expert would be sent to hong kong china to study ways to implement this measure with a minimal disruption of international trade. in march 1999 the united states announced that an advance notice of proposed rule making had been published on 20 january 1999 and that comments were welcome until 22 march 1999. the european communities indicated that it had been monitoring similar problems and would provide more information at a later date. in october 2001 hong kong china reported that no new developments had occurred
interim rule affecting solid wood packaging material in november 1998 the united states provided information on an amendment of the regulations applicable to unmanufactured wood adding treatment and documentation requirements for imports from china including hong kong china. hong kong china found the rule arbitrary and discriminatory. although hong kong china recognized that fumigation with methyl bromide was effective it was concerned that the use of this substance had undesirable side-effects on human health and the environment. bilateral consultations with the united states had taken place. the united states encouraged members to comment on its draft measure. canada indicated that it had also imposed a measure on unmanufactured wood imports from china to avoid introduction of the asian longhorned beetle. a technical expert would be sent to hong kong china to study ways to implement this measure with a minimal disruption of international trade. in march 1999 the united states announced that an advance notice of proposed rule making had been published on 20 january 1999 and that comments were welcome until 22 march 1999. the european communities indicated that it had been monitoring similar problems and would provide more information at a later date. in october 2001 hong kong china reported that no new developments had occurred
import restrictions due to fmd in march 2001 hungary expressed concern about reported us and canadian import bans on hungarian meat products in reaction to incidences of fmd in france. canada and the united states clarified that they had not placed any restrictions on the importation of products from hungary. in july 2001 hungary reiterated its concern regarding us measures on meat and other animal products that were in force since may 2000. hungary referred to g sps gen 266 which listed hungary as a country free of fmd and rinderpest. the united states offered to work with the appropriate officials to explain the situation. in july 2001 the representative of hungary expressed concern about the us restrictions on the importation of meat and other animal products that were in force since may 2000 against a number of fmd-free members including hungary. the representative of the united states explained that meat products of hungarian origin were not subject to the restrictions discussed. his country supported the information presented by the oie in g sps gen 266 where hungary was listed as a country free of fmd and rinderpest. the united states would continue to work with the appropriate officials to explain the restrictions. in november 2017 the secretariat informed that in september 2017 it had contacted all members who had raised specific trade concerns stcs that had not been discussed in the previous year to request an update on their status. in furtherance of this request information was received from the european union on the resolution of this stc. the secretariat indicated that the information received had been circulated in document rd sps 28 of 31 october 2017 and that the sps ims would be updated on this basis using the date of the november 2017 sps committee meeting as the date of resolution of the relevant stcs
import restrictions due to fmd in march 2001 hungary expressed concern about reported us and canadian import bans on hungarian meat products in reaction to incidences of fmd in france. canada and the united states clarified that they had not placed any restrictions on the importation of products from hungary. in july 2001 hungary reiterated its concern regarding us measures on meat and other animal products that were in force since may 2000. hungary referred to g sps gen 266 which listed hungary as a country free of fmd and rinderpest. the united states offered to work with the appropriate officials to explain the situation. in july 2001 the representative of hungary expressed concern about the us restrictions on the importation of meat and other animal products that were in force since may 2000 against a number of fmd-free members including hungary. the representative of the united states explained that meat products of hungarian origin were not subject to the restrictions discussed. his country supported the information presented by the oie in g sps gen 266 where hungary was listed as a country free of fmd and rinderpest. the united states would continue to work with the appropriate officials to explain the restrictions. in november 2017 the secretariat informed that in september 2017 it had contacted all members who had raised specific trade concerns stcs that had not been discussed in the previous year to request an update on their status. in furtherance of this request information was received from the european union on the resolution of this stc. the secretariat indicated that the information received had been circulated in document rd sps 28 of 31 october 2017 and that the sps ims would be updated on this basis using the date of the november 2017 sps committee meeting as the date of resolution of the relevant stcs
notice of availability of a commodity import evaluation document cied for the importation of garlic from european union and other countries into continental united states docket no. aphis-2011-0015 the animal and plant health inspection service is advising the public that we have prepared a commodity import evaluation document cied that evaluates the phytosanitary measures under which garlic may be imported into the continental united states from the european union and several other countries. currently garlic may be imported from these countries into the united states only if it is treated for certain pests. based on the cied we believe that the application of one or more designated phytosanitary measures other than treatment will be sufficient to mitigate the risks of introducing or disseminating plant pests or noxious weeds via the importation of garlic from these countries into the continental united states. we are making the cied available to the public for review and comment
concurrence with oie risk designations for bovine spongiform encephalopathy docket aphis-2015-0055 the animal and plant health inspection service aphis is advising the public of its preliminary concurrence with the world organization for animal healths oie bovine spongiform encephalopathy bse risk designations for 16 regions. the oie recognizes these regions as being of negligible risk for bse. aphis is taking this action based on its review of information supporting the oies risk designations for these regions. the list of those regions classified by aphis as having either negligible risk or controlled risk can be accessed on the aphis web site at www.aphis.usda.gov importexport animals animaldiseasestatus.shtml. the list can also be obtained by writing to aphis at national import export services 4700 river road unit 38 riverdale md 20737. in accordance with this process aphis is giving notice in this document that it intends to concur with the oie risk classifications of the following countries bulgaria cyprus czech republic estonia france hungary india republic of korea latvia liechtenstein luxembourg malta portugal romania slovakia and switzerland
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federal quarantine order for non-commercial shipments of rice from countries with khapra beetle the animal and plant health inspection service aphis is issuing a federal order pursuant to the regulatory authority provided by the plant protection act of 20 june 2000 as amended section 412 a 7 u.s.c. 7712 a to prevent the entry or introduction into the united states of the exotic quarantine pest khapra beetle trogoderma granarium everts . to prevent the introduction of this harmful plant pest into the united states aphis has determined that non-commercial quantities of rice from countries where khapra beetle is known to occur will be prohibited from entering the united states
concurrence with oie risk designations for bovine spongiform encephalopathy docket aphis-2015-0055 the animal and plant health inspection service aphis is advising the public of its preliminary concurrence with the world organization for animal healths oie bovine spongiform encephalopathy bse risk designations for 16 regions. the oie recognizes these regions as being of negligible risk for bse. aphis is taking this action based on its review of information supporting the oies risk designations for these regions. the list of those regions classified by aphis as having either negligible risk or controlled risk can be accessed on the aphis web site at www.aphis.usda.gov importexport animals animaldiseasestatus.shtml. the list can also be obtained by writing to aphis at national import export services 4700 river road unit 38 riverdale md 20737. in accordance with this process aphis is giving notice in this document that it intends to concur with the oie risk classifications of the following countries bulgaria cyprus czech republic estonia france hungary india republic of korea latvia liechtenstein luxembourg malta portugal romania slovakia and switzerland
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united states detection of contaminants in fuel containers id 209
notice of availability of a pest risk analysis for the importation of pomegranate from india into the continental united states docket no. aphis-2011-0087 the animal and plant health inspection service aphis is advising the public that we have prepared a pest risk analysis that evaluates the risks associated with the importation into the continental united states of fresh pomegranate fruit from india. based on that analysis we believe that the application of one or more designated phytosanitary measures will be sufficient to mitigate the risks of introducing or disseminating plant pests or noxious weeds via the importation of fresh pomegranate fruit from india. we are making the pest risk analysis available to the public for review and comment
federal order fo for the importation of host material of anoplophora chinensis forster the citrus longhorned beetle clb and anoplophora glabripennis the asian longhorned beetle alb dated 1 april 2011 the animal and plant health inspection service aphis of the us department of agriculture is issuing a federal order fo pursuant to the regulatory authority provided by the plant protection act of 20 june 2000 as amended section 412 a 7 u.s.c. 7712 a to revise and replace the federal order issued for two harmful plant pests citrus longhorned beetle clb anoplophora chinensis forster coleoptera cerambycidae and asian longhorned beetle alb a. glabripennis motschulsky coleoptera cerambycidae previously issued on 16 january 2009 and notified to the wto as g sps n usa 1901. this revision adds three new a. glabripennis host genera of plants for planting cercidiphyllum spp. koelreuteria spp. and sorbus spp. identified as hosts by our domestic eradication program and 11 new a. chinensis host genera of plants for planting catalpa spp. chaenomeles spp. cornus spp. cydonia spp. liquidambar spp. parrotia spp. polygonum spp. rhdodendron spp. sageretia spp. toona spp. and viburnum spp. identified by the national plant protection organization of the netherlands and recent scientific journal articles. this fo also changes the requirements for importation of plants for planting from the european union eu member states because the status and distribution of a. chinensis and a. glabripennis in those countries is not sufficiently known. this revision of the fo also adds decorative branches to the list of regulated articles. the purpose and goal of this federal order is to prevent the introduction and or dissemination of two harmful plant pests citrus longhorned beetle clb anoplophora chinensis forster and asian longhorned beetle alb a. glabripennis from foreign countries into the united states. this federal order is effective on 11 may 2011
united states bioterrorism act id 90 registration of domestic and foreign facilities that manufacture process pack or hold food for human or animal consumption in the untied states
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united states ban on clove cigarettes id 257
united states - formaldehyde emissions standards for composite wood products third-party certification framework for the formaldehyde standards for composite wood products id 430 the united states proposed new requirements to implement the statutory formaldehyde emission standards for hardwood plywood medium-density fiberboard and particleboard sold supplied offered for sale or manufactured including imported in the united states. indonesia asked whether the new standard also applied to the softwood plywood and if not and whether it would not lead to a discriminatory treatment. it also expressed its concern about the proposed conformity assessment procedure and the need to carry out product testing every three months noting that this may constitute an unnecessary burden for producers. finally indonesia also expressed concern about the requirement for certifications to be conducted by third parties located in the is which it considered to cause innefficiency as double certification may occur. the united states noted that it had extended several times the comment period but had never received written comments from indonesia. the us was however still working on the final version of the rules and would therefore take into account indonesias concerns
united states epa palm oil biofuels regulatory program id 408 us environmental protection agencys epa renewable fuel standard rfs programme. establishment of national mandates for biofuel use and thresholds for ghg emission savings versus traditional fossil fuels that individual biofuels must demonstrate to be considered renewable and count towards these mandates. to this end epa had required that biofuels represent a 20 reduction in ghg emissions over their entire lifecycle including the consideration of any land-use change associated with the production of the biofuels feedstock
federal quarantine order for non-commercial shipments of rice from countries with khapra beetle the animal and plant health inspection service aphis is issuing a federal order pursuant to the regulatory authority provided by the plant protection act of 20 june 2000 as amended section 412 a 7 u.s.c. 7712 a to prevent the entry or introduction into the united states of the exotic quarantine pest khapra beetle trogoderma granarium everts . to prevent the introduction of this harmful plant pest into the united states aphis has determined that non-commercial quantities of rice from countries where khapra beetle is known to occur will be prohibited from entering the united states
federal quarantine order for non-commercial shipments of rice from countries with khapra beetle the animal and plant health inspection service aphis is issuing a federal order pursuant to the regulatory authority provided by the plant protection act of 20 june 2000 as amended section 412 a 7 u.s.c. 7712 a to prevent the entry or introduction into the united states of the exotic quarantine pest khapra beetle trogoderma granarium everts . to prevent the introduction of this harmful plant pest into the united states aphis has determined that non-commercial quantities of rice from countries where khapra beetle is known to occur will be prohibited from entering the united states
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federal quarantine order for non-commercial shipments of rice from countries with khapra beetle the animal and plant health inspection service aphis is issuing a federal order pursuant to the regulatory authority provided by the plant protection act of 20 june 2000 as amended section 412 a 7 u.s.c. 7712 a to prevent the entry or introduction into the united states of the exotic quarantine pest khapra beetle trogoderma granarium everts . to prevent the introduction of this harmful plant pest into the united states aphis has determined that non-commercial quantities of rice from countries where khapra beetle is known to occur will be prohibited from entering the united states
notice of availability of a commodity import evaluation document cied for the importation of garlic from european union and other countries into continental united states docket no. aphis-2011-0015 the animal and plant health inspection service is advising the public that we have prepared a commodity import evaluation document cied that evaluates the phytosanitary measures under which garlic may be imported into the continental united states from the european union and several other countries. currently garlic may be imported from these countries into the united states only if it is treated for certain pests. based on the cied we believe that the application of one or more designated phytosanitary measures other than treatment will be sufficient to mitigate the risks of introducing or disseminating plant pests or noxious weeds via the importation of garlic from these countries into the continental united states. we are making the cied available to the public for review and comment
united states chemical facility anti-terrorist regulation id 192
united states hazardous materials transportation of lithium batteries id 262 regulations on the design and packaging of lithium batteries to withstand normal transportation conditions. amendment of requirements in the hazardous materials regulations hmr on the transportation of lithium cells and batteries including lithium cells and batteries packed with or contained in equipment. the proposed changes are intended to enhance safety by ensuring that all lithium batteries are designed to withstand normal transportation conditions. this would include provisions to ensure all lithium batteries are packaged to reduce the possibility of damage that could lead to a catastrophic incident and minimize the consequences of an incident. in addition lithium batteries would be accompanied by hazard communication that ensures appropriate and careful handling by air carrier personnel including the flight crew and informs both transport workers and emergency response personnel of actions to be taken in an emergency
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proposed rule importation of female squash flowers from israel into the continental united states docket no. aphis-2012-0078 the animal and plant health inspection service aphis is proposing to amend the regulations governing the importation of fruits and vegetables to allow the importation of female squash flowers from israel into the continental united states. as a condition of entry female squash flowers from israel would be subject to a systems approach that would include requirements for pest exclusion at the production site and fruit fly trapping and monitoring. the female squash flowers would also be required to be accompanied by a phytosanitary certificate issued by the national plant protection organization of israel with an additional declaration that the female squash flowers had been inspected and found free of quarantine pests. this action would allow for the importation of female squash flowers from israel into the continental united states while continuing to provide protection against the introduction of quarantine pests. federal register vol. 78 no. 85 thursday 2 may 2013 pages 25620-25623
importation of fresh barhi dates from israel into the united states docket no. aphis-2012-0004 the animal and plant health inspection service aphis is advising the public that we have prepared a pest risk analysis that evaluates the risks associated with the importation of fresh dates of the cultivar barhi from israel into the united states. based on that analysis we have concluded that the application of one or more designated phytosanitary measures will be sufficient to mitigate the pest risk. in addition we are advising the public that we have prepared a treatment evaluation document that describes a new treatment schedule for ceratitis capitata in barhi dates. we are making the pest risk assessment and treatment evaluation document available to the public for review and comment. federal register volume 78 number 6 wednesday 9 january 2013 pages 1825-1826
notice of availability pest risk analyses importation of fresh pitahaya from israel into the continental u.s. docket no. aphis-2015-0012 the animal and plant health inspection service aphis is advising the public that we have prepared a pest risk analysis that evaluates the risks associated with importation of fresh pitahaya fruit from israel into the continental united states. based on the analysis we have determined that the application of one or more designated phytosanitary measures will be sufficient to mitigate the risks of introducing or disseminating plant pests or noxious weeds via the importation of fresh pitahaya from israel. we are making the pest risk analysis available to the public for review and comment. federal register vol. 80 no. 81 tuesday 28 april 2015 page 23497
proposed rule importation of fresh apple and pear fruit into the continental united states from certain countries in the european union docket no. aphis-2015-0073 the animal and plant health inspection service aphis is proposing to amend the regulations to allow the importation of fresh apple and pear fruit from certain countries in the european union into the continental united states provided that the fruit is produced in accordance with a systems approach as an alternative to importation under the current preclearance program. the proposed systems approach for fresh apple and pear fruit consists of production site and packinghouse registration inspection of registered production sites twice a season production site pest control and sanitation post-harvest safeguards fruit culling traceback sampling cold treatment against mediterranean fruit fly in countries where the pest is known to occur a phytosanitary certificate port of entry inspection and importation as commercial consignments only. fresh apple and pear fruit that does not meet the requirements in the systems approach would continue to be allowed to be imported into the united states subject to the conditions of the preclearance program. this action would provide an alternative for the importation of fresh apple and pear fruit from certain countries in the european union while continuing to provide protection against the introduction of plant pests into the continental united states. federal register vol. 81 no.12 wednesday 20 january 2016 pgs. 3033-3038
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proposed rule notice of availability of an evaluation of the swine vesicular disease status of certain regions in italy docket no. aphis-2012-0094 the animal and plant health inspection service aphis is advising the public that we have determined that the italian regions of lombardia emilio-romagna veneto and piemonte and the autonomous provinces of trento and bolzano are free of swine vesicular disease. this determination is based on our review of the documentation submitted by the government of italy in support of its request and the findings of our own animal health risk evaluation. we are making our determination as well as the evaluation we have prepared in connection with this action available for review and comment. federal register volume 77 number 243 tuesday 18 december 2012 pages 74787-74788
proposed rule importation of mangoes from jamaica docket aphis-2013-0018 the animal and plant health inspection service is proposing to amend the regulations concerning the importation of fruits and vegetables to allow the importation of fresh mangoes from jamaica into the continental united states. as a condition of entry the mangoes would have to be produced in accordance with a systems approach employing a combination of mitigation measures for certain fruit flies soft scale insects and diseases and would have to be inspected prior to exportation from jamaica and found free of these pests and diseases. the mangoes would have to be imported in commercial consignments only and would have to be treated to mitigate the risk of fruit flies. the mangoes would also have to be accompanied by a phytosanitary certificate. this action would allow the importation of mangoes from jamaica while continuing to protect against the introduction of plant pests into the united states. federal register vol. 79 no. 72 tuesday 15 april 2014 pages 21153-21156
federal order fo for the importation of host material of anoplophora chinensis forster the citrus longhorned beetle clb and anoplophora glabripennis the asian longhorned beetle alb dated 1 april 2011 the animal and plant health inspection service aphis of the us department of agriculture is issuing a federal order fo pursuant to the regulatory authority provided by the plant protection act of 20 june 2000 as amended section 412 a 7 u.s.c. 7712 a to revise and replace the federal order issued for two harmful plant pests citrus longhorned beetle clb anoplophora chinensis forster coleoptera cerambycidae and asian longhorned beetle alb a. glabripennis motschulsky coleoptera cerambycidae previously issued on 16 january 2009 and notified to the wto as g sps n usa 1901. this revision adds three new a. glabripennis host genera of plants for planting cercidiphyllum spp. koelreuteria spp. and sorbus spp. identified as hosts by our domestic eradication program and 11 new a. chinensis host genera of plants for planting catalpa spp. chaenomeles spp. cornus spp. cydonia spp. liquidambar spp. parrotia spp. polygonum spp. rhdodendron spp. sageretia spp. toona spp. and viburnum spp. identified by the national plant protection organization of the netherlands and recent scientific journal articles. this fo also changes the requirements for importation of plants for planting from the european union eu member states because the status and distribution of a. chinensis and a. glabripennis in those countries is not sufficiently known. this revision of the fo also adds decorative branches to the list of regulated articles. the purpose and goal of this federal order is to prevent the introduction and or dissemination of two harmful plant pests citrus longhorned beetle clb anoplophora chinensis forster and asian longhorned beetle alb a. glabripennis from foreign countries into the united states. this federal order is effective on 11 may 2011
united states requirements to combat illegal logging id 211 importation of plants
united states hazardous materials transportation of lithium batteries id 262 regulations on the design and packaging of lithium batteries to withstand normal transportation conditions. amendment of requirements in the hazardous materials regulations hmr on the transportation of lithium cells and batteries including lithium cells and batteries packed with or contained in equipment. the proposed changes are intended to enhance safety by ensuring that all lithium batteries are designed to withstand normal transportation conditions. this would include provisions to ensure all lithium batteries are packaged to reduce the possibility of damage that could lead to a catastrophic incident and minimize the consequences of an incident. in addition lithium batteries would be accompanied by hazard communication that ensures appropriate and careful handling by air carrier personnel including the flight crew and informs both transport workers and emergency response personnel of actions to be taken in an emergency
united states - labelling on motor vehicle content id 4 provision of information about domestic and foreign content the vehicles equipment labelling notification refers to art. 2.5.2 of tokyo round agreement
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evaluation of the highly pathogenic avian influenza and newcastle disease status of japan docket aphis-2016-0053-0001 the animal and plant health inspection service aphis is advising the public that it is proposing to recognize japan as being free of highly pathogenic avian influenza and newcastle disease. this proposed recognition is based on a risk evaluation aphis has prepared in connection with this action which aphis is making available for review and comment.federal register vol. 82 no. 125 friday 30 june2017 pages 29822-29833
import requirements for the importation of fresh unshu oranges from japan into the united statesdocket no. aphis20190054 aphis is advising the public that it has prepared commodity import evaluation documents cieds relative to the importation into the united states of unshu oranges from japan. currently unshu oranges imported into the united states from the islands of shikoku or honshu must be fumigated with methyl bromide as a mitigation for mites and mealybugs if the oranges are destined to a port of entry in arizona california florida hawaii louisiana or texas. additionally unshu oranges from the island of kyushu are prohibited entry into arizona california florida hawaii or texas. based on the findings of the cieds aphis is proposing to remove the fumigation requirement for unshu oranges from the islands of honshu and shikoku and to allow unshu oranges from the island of kyushu to be imported into any port of entry in the united states excluding territories . aphis is making the cieds available to the public for review and comment. federal register vol. 84 no. 184 monday 23 september 2019 pp. 49707-49708
import requirements for the importation of fresh sand pears from japan into the united states docket no. aphis20190057 aphis isadvising the public thatit has prepared a pest risk analysis relative to the importation into the united states of sand pears pyrus pyrifolia fruit from japan. currently sand pears may only be imported from certain authorized production areas within japan. based on the findings of the analysis aphis is proposing to authorize the importation of sand pears from all of japan rather than specific areas of production and to revise the conditions under which sand pears from japan may be imported into the united states. aphis is making the pest risk analysis available to the public for review and comment. federal register vol. 84 no. 184 monday 23 september 2019 pp. 49709-49710
notice of availability of a risk analysis evaluating the foot-and-mouth disease status of japan docket no. aphis-2010-0077 the animal and plant health inspection service is advising the public that a risk analysis has been prepared by the animal and plant health inspection service concerning the foot-and-mouth disease fmd status of japan and the risk of susceptible animals and animal products from japan harboring the fmd virus. this evaluation will be used as a basis for determining whether the animal and plant health inspection again recognizes japan as free of fmd and allows the importation of whole cuts of boneless beef from japan to resume. other ruminant meat and meat byproducts as well as fresh pork live ruminants and live swine would remain prohibited due to japans status for bovine spongiform encephalopathy classical swine fever and swine vesicular disease. we are making this evaluation available to the public for review and comment. federal register 26 july 2011 volume 76 number 143 notices pages 44503-44504
proposed rule importation of fresh unshu oranges from japan into the united states docket aphis-2013-0059 the animal and plant health inspection service aphis is proposing to amend the regulations concerning the importation of citrus fruit to remove certain restrictions on the importation of unshu oranges from japan that are no longer necessary. specifically we propose to remove requirements for the fruit to be grown in specified canker-free export areas with buffer zones and for joint inspection in the groves and packinghouses by the government of the republic of japan and the animal and plant health inspection service. we would also clarify that surface sterilization of the fruit must be conducted in accordance with our regulations. finally we would require that each shipment be accompanied by a phytosanitary certificate containing an additional declaration stating that the fruit was given the required surface sterilization. these proposed changes would make the regulations concerning the importation of unshu oranges from japan consistent with our domestic regulations concerning the interstate movement of citrus fruit from areas quarantined because of citrus canker. federal register vol. 79 no. 69 thursday 10 april 2014 pages 19840-19844
proposed rule importation of fresh persimmon with calyxes from japan into the united states docket aphis-2015-0098 the animal and plant health inspection service aphis is proposing to amend the regulations concerning the importation of fruits and vegetables to allow the importation of fresh persimmon with calyxes from japan into the united states. as a condition of entry the persimmons would have to be produced in accordance with a systems approach that would include requirements for orchard certification orchard pest control post-harvest safeguards fruit culling traceback and sampling. the persimmons would also have to be accompanied by a phytosanitary certificate with an additional declaration stating that they were produced under and meet all the components of the agreed upon systems approach and were inspected and found to be free of quarantine pests in accordance with the proposed requirements. this action would allow the importation of fresh persimmons with calyxes from japan while continuing to protect against the introduction of plant pests into the united states. federal register vol. 81 no. 168 tuesday 30 august 2016 pgs. 59522-59526
proposed rule importation of fresh beans shelled or in pods from jordan into the continental united states aphis-2012-0042 the animal and plant health inspection service aphis is proposing to amend the fruits and vegetables regulations to allow the importation of commercial shipments of fresh beans shelled or in pods french green snap and string from jordan into the continental united states. as a condition of entry the beans would have to be produced in accordance with a systems approach that would include requirements for packing washing and processing. the beans would also be required to be accompanied by a phytosanitary certificate attesting that all phytosanitary requirements have been met and that the consignment was inspected and found free of quarantine pests. this action would allow for the importation of fresh beans shelled or in pods from jordan into the continental united states while continuing to provide protection against the introduction of plant pests. federal register vol. 78 no. 85 thursday 2 may 2013 pages 25623-25626
notice of availability of a commodity import evaluation document cied for the importation of garlic from european union and other countries into continental united states docket no. aphis-2011-0015 the animal and plant health inspection service is advising the public that we have prepared a commodity import evaluation document cied that evaluates the phytosanitary measures under which garlic may be imported into the continental united states from the european union and several other countries. currently garlic may be imported from these countries into the united states only if it is treated for certain pests. based on the cied we believe that the application of one or more designated phytosanitary measures other than treatment will be sufficient to mitigate the risks of introducing or disseminating plant pests or noxious weeds via the importation of garlic from these countries into the continental united states. we are making the cied available to the public for review and comment
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importation of dianthus spp. from kenya docket aphis-2018-0068 aphis is notifying the public that it proposes to make changes to the import requirements in the us department of agriculture usda plants for planting manual for imports of dianthus spp. carnation cuttings from kenya.currently dianthus spp. cuttings from kenya require mandatory postentry quarantine within the united states.aphis is proposing to allow cuttings from kenya to be imported into the united states without postentry quarantine subject to certain conditions.these changes to the usda plants for planting manual would relieve restrictions on dianthus spp. cuttings from kenya while continuing to address the possible introduciton of quarantine pests through the importation of such cuttings.aphis is making these changes avaiable to the public for review and comment. federal register vol. 84 no. 90 thursday 9 may2019 pp. 20323-20324
proposed rule importation of french beans and runner beans from the republic of kenya into the united states docket no. aphis-2010-0101 the animal and plant health inspection service is proposing to amend the fruits and vegetables regulations to allow the importation of french beans and runner beans from kenya into the united states. as a condition of entry both commodities would have to be produced in accordance with a systems approach that would include requirements for packing washing and processing. both commodities would also be required to be accompanied by a phytosanitary certificate attesting that all phytosanitary requirements have been met and that the consignment was inspected and found free of quarantine pests. this action would allow the importation of french beans and runner beans from kenya into the united states while continuing to provide protection against the introduction of plant pests
notice of availability of a commodity import evaluation document cied for the importation of garlic from european union and other countries into continental united states docket no. aphis-2011-0015 the animal and plant health inspection service is advising the public that we have prepared a commodity import evaluation document cied that evaluates the phytosanitary measures under which garlic may be imported into the continental united states from the european union and several other countries. currently garlic may be imported from these countries into the united states only if it is treated for certain pests. based on the cied we believe that the application of one or more designated phytosanitary measures other than treatment will be sufficient to mitigate the risks of introducing or disseminating plant pests or noxious weeds via the importation of garlic from these countries into the continental united states. we are making the cied available to the public for review and comment
addition of laos to the list of regions affected with african swine fever docket no. aphis20190051 aphis is advising the public that it has added lao peoples democratic republic to the list of regions that the animal and plant health inspection service considers to be affected with african swine fever asf . aphis has taken this action because of confirmation of asf in lao peoples democratic republic. federal register vol. 84 no. 184 monday 23 september 2019 pg. 49709
notice of availability of a commodity import evaluation document cied for the importation of garlic from european union and other countries into continental united states docket no. aphis-2011-0015 the animal and plant health inspection service is advising the public that we have prepared a commodity import evaluation document cied that evaluates the phytosanitary measures under which garlic may be imported into the continental united states from the european union and several other countries. currently garlic may be imported from these countries into the united states only if it is treated for certain pests. based on the cied we believe that the application of one or more designated phytosanitary measures other than treatment will be sufficient to mitigate the risks of introducing or disseminating plant pests or noxious weeds via the importation of garlic from these countries into the continental united states. we are making the cied available to the public for review and comment
concurrence with oie risk designations for bovine spongiform encephalopathy docket aphis-2015-0055 the animal and plant health inspection service aphis is advising the public of its preliminary concurrence with the world organization for animal healths oie bovine spongiform encephalopathy bse risk designations for 16 regions. the oie recognizes these regions as being of negligible risk for bse. aphis is taking this action based on its review of information supporting the oies risk designations for these regions. the list of those regions classified by aphis as having either negligible risk or controlled risk can be accessed on the aphis web site at www.aphis.usda.gov importexport animals animaldiseasestatus.shtml. the list can also be obtained by writing to aphis at national import export services 4700 river road unit 38 riverdale md 20737. in accordance with this process aphis is giving notice in this document that it intends to concur with the oie risk classifications of the following countries bulgaria cyprus czech republic estonia france hungary india republic of korea latvia liechtenstein luxembourg malta portugal romania slovakia and switzerland
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notice of availability of a commodity import evaluation document cied for the importation of garlic from european union and other countries into continental united states docket no. aphis-2011-0015 the animal and plant health inspection service is advising the public that we have prepared a commodity import evaluation document cied that evaluates the phytosanitary measures under which garlic may be imported into the continental united states from the european union and several other countries. currently garlic may be imported from these countries into the united states only if it is treated for certain pests. based on the cied we believe that the application of one or more designated phytosanitary measures other than treatment will be sufficient to mitigate the risks of introducing or disseminating plant pests or noxious weeds via the importation of garlic from these countries into the continental united states. we are making the cied available to the public for review and comment
federal quarantine order for non-commercial shipments of rice from countries with khapra beetle the animal and plant health inspection service aphis is issuing a federal order pursuant to the regulatory authority provided by the plant protection act of 20 june 2000 as amended section 412 a 7 u.s.c. 7712 a to prevent the entry or introduction into the united states of the exotic quarantine pest khapra beetle trogoderma granarium everts . to prevent the introduction of this harmful plant pest into the united states aphis has determined that non-commercial quantities of rice from countries where khapra beetle is known to occur will be prohibited from entering the united states
concurrence with oie risk designations for bovine spongiform encephalopathy docket aphis-2015-0055 the animal and plant health inspection service aphis is advising the public of its preliminary concurrence with the world organization for animal healths oie bovine spongiform encephalopathy bse risk designations for 16 regions. the oie recognizes these regions as being of negligible risk for bse. aphis is taking this action based on its review of information supporting the oies risk designations for these regions. the list of those regions classified by aphis as having either negligible risk or controlled risk can be accessed on the aphis web site at www.aphis.usda.gov importexport animals animaldiseasestatus.shtml. the list can also be obtained by writing to aphis at national import export services 4700 river road unit 38 riverdale md 20737. in accordance with this process aphis is giving notice in this document that it intends to concur with the oie risk classifications of the following countries bulgaria cyprus czech republic estonia france hungary india republic of korea latvia liechtenstein luxembourg malta portugal romania slovakia and switzerland
proposed rule importation of live swine swine semen pork and pork products from liechtenstein and switzerland docket no. aphis-2009-0093 the animal and plant health inspection service is proposing to amend the regulations governing the importation of animals and animal products to add liechtenstein and switzerland to the region of europe that we recognize as low risk for classical swine fever csf . we are also proposing to add liechtenstein to the list of regions we consider free from swine vesicular disease svd and to the list of regions considered free from foot-and-mouth disease fmd and rinderpest. these proposed actions would relieve some restrictions on the importation into the united states of certain animals and animal products from those regions while continuing to protect against the introduction of csf svd fmd and rinderpest into the united states
notice of availability of a commodity import evaluation document cied for the importation of garlic from european union and other countries into continental united states docket no. aphis-2011-0015 the animal and plant health inspection service is advising the public that we have prepared a commodity import evaluation document cied that evaluates the phytosanitary measures under which garlic may be imported into the continental united states from the european union and several other countries. currently garlic may be imported from these countries into the united states only if it is treated for certain pests. based on the cied we believe that the application of one or more designated phytosanitary measures other than treatment will be sufficient to mitigate the risks of introducing or disseminating plant pests or noxious weeds via the importation of garlic from these countries into the continental united states. we are making the cied available to the public for review and comment
concurrence with oie risk designations for bovine spongiform encephalopathy docket aphis-2016-0092 the animal and plant health inspection service aphis isadvising the public of itsdecision to concur with the world organization for animal healths oie bovine spongiform encephalopathy bse risk designations for seven regions. the oie recognizes these regions as being of negligible risk for bse. aphis is taking this action based on its review of information supporting the oies risk designations for these regions.federal register vol. 82 no. 151 tuesday 8 august2017 pg. 37041-37042
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concurrence with oie risk designations for bovine spongiform encephalopathy docket aphis-2015-0055 the animal and plant health inspection service aphis is advising the public of its preliminary concurrence with the world organization for animal healths oie bovine spongiform encephalopathy bse risk designations for 16 regions. the oie recognizes these regions as being of negligible risk for bse. aphis is taking this action based on its review of information supporting the oies risk designations for these regions. the list of those regions classified by aphis as having either negligible risk or controlled risk can be accessed on the aphis web site at www.aphis.usda.gov importexport animals animaldiseasestatus.shtml. the list can also be obtained by writing to aphis at national import export services 4700 river road unit 38 riverdale md 20737. in accordance with this process aphis is giving notice in this document that it intends to concur with the oie risk classifications of the following countries bulgaria cyprus czech republic estonia france hungary india republic of korea latvia liechtenstein luxembourg malta portugal romania slovakia and switzerland
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federal order fo for the importation of host material of anoplophora chinensis forster the citrus longhorned beetle clb and anoplophora glabripennis the asian longhorned beetle alb dated 1 april 2011 the animal and plant health inspection service aphis of the us department of agriculture is issuing a federal order fo pursuant to the regulatory authority provided by the plant protection act of 20 june 2000 as amended section 412 a 7 u.s.c. 7712 a to revise and replace the federal order issued for two harmful plant pests citrus longhorned beetle clb anoplophora chinensis forster coleoptera cerambycidae and asian longhorned beetle alb a. glabripennis motschulsky coleoptera cerambycidae previously issued on 16 january 2009 and notified to the wto as g sps n usa 1901. this revision adds three new a. glabripennis host genera of plants for planting cercidiphyllum spp. koelreuteria spp. and sorbus spp. identified as hosts by our domestic eradication program and 11 new a. chinensis host genera of plants for planting catalpa spp. chaenomeles spp. cornus spp. cydonia spp. liquidambar spp. parrotia spp. polygonum spp. rhdodendron spp. sageretia spp. toona spp. and viburnum spp. identified by the national plant protection organization of the netherlands and recent scientific journal articles. this fo also changes the requirements for importation of plants for planting from the european union eu member states because the status and distribution of a. chinensis and a. glabripennis in those countries is not sufficiently known. this revision of the fo also adds decorative branches to the list of regulated articles. the purpose and goal of this federal order is to prevent the introduction and or dissemination of two harmful plant pests citrus longhorned beetle clb anoplophora chinensis forster and asian longhorned beetle alb a. glabripennis from foreign countries into the united states. this federal order is effective on 11 may 2011
federal order fo for the importation of host material of anoplophora chinensis forster the citrus longhorned beetle clb and anoplophora glabripennis the asian longhorned beetle alb dated 1 april 2011 the animal and plant health inspection service aphis of the us department of agriculture is issuing a federal order fo pursuant to the regulatory authority provided by the plant protection act of 20 june 2000 as amended section 412 a 7 u.s.c. 7712 a to revise and replace the federal order issued for two harmful plant pests citrus longhorned beetle clb anoplophora chinensis forster coleoptera cerambycidae and asian longhorned beetle alb a. glabripennis motschulsky coleoptera cerambycidae previously issued on 16 january 2009 and notified to the wto as g sps n usa 1901. this revision adds three new a. glabripennis host genera of plants for planting cercidiphyllum spp. koelreuteria spp. and sorbus spp. identified as hosts by our domestic eradication program and 11 new a. chinensis host genera of plants for planting catalpa spp. chaenomeles spp. cornus spp. cydonia spp. liquidambar spp. parrotia spp. polygonum spp. rhdodendron spp. sageretia spp. toona spp. and viburnum spp. identified by the national plant protection organization of the netherlands and recent scientific journal articles. this fo also changes the requirements for importation of plants for planting from the european union eu member states because the status and distribution of a. chinensis and a. glabripennis in those countries is not sufficiently known. this revision of the fo also adds decorative branches to the list of regulated articles. the purpose and goal of this federal order is to prevent the introduction and or dissemination of two harmful plant pests citrus longhorned beetle clb anoplophora chinensis forster and asian longhorned beetle alb a. glabripennis from foreign countries into the united states. this federal order is effective on 11 may 2011
united states bioterrorism act id 90 registration of domestic and foreign facilities that manufacture process pack or hold food for human or animal consumption in the untied states
united states epa palm oil biofuels regulatory program id 408 us environmental protection agencys epa renewable fuel standard rfs programme. establishment of national mandates for biofuel use and thresholds for ghg emission savings versus traditional fossil fuels that individual biofuels must demonstrate to be considered renewable and count towards these mandates. to this end epa had required that biofuels represent a 20 reduction in ghg emissions over their entire lifecycle including the consideration of any land-use change associated with the production of the biofuels feedstock
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proposed rule importation of jackfruit pineapple and starfruit from malaysia the animal and plant health inspection service aphis is proposing to amend the fruits and vegetables regulations to allow the importation of fresh jackfruit pineapple and starfruit from malaysia into the continental united states. as a condition of entry all three commodities would have to be irradiated for insect pests inspected and imported in commercial consignments. there would also be additional commodity-specific requirements for other pests associated with jackfruit pineapple and starfruit from malaysia. this action would provide for the importation of jackfruit pineapple and starfruit from malaysia while continuing to provide protection against the introduction of quarantine pests. federal register vol. 78 no. 88 tuesday 7 may 2013 pages 26540-26544
notice of availability of a pest risk analysis for the importation of fresh papaya fruit from malaysia into the continental united states docket no. aphis-2011-0013 the animal and plant health inspection service is advising the public that we have prepared a pest risk analysis for the purpose of evaluating the pest risks associated with the importation of fresh papaya carica papaya fruit from malaysia into the continental united states. based on our analysis we have concluded that the application of one or more designated phytosanitary measures will be sufficient to mitigate the pest risk. we are making the pest risk analysis available to the public for review and comment
federal quarantine order for non-commercial shipments of rice from countries with khapra beetle the animal and plant health inspection service aphis is issuing a federal order pursuant to the regulatory authority provided by the plant protection act of 20 june 2000 as amended section 412 a 7 u.s.c. 7712 a to prevent the entry or introduction into the united states of the exotic quarantine pest khapra beetle trogoderma granarium everts . to prevent the introduction of this harmful plant pest into the united states aphis has determined that non-commercial quantities of rice from countries where khapra beetle is known to occur will be prohibited from entering the united states
concurrence with oie risk designations for bovine spongiform encephalopathy docket aphis-2015-0055 the animal and plant health inspection service aphis is advising the public of its preliminary concurrence with the world organization for animal healths oie bovine spongiform encephalopathy bse risk designations for 16 regions. the oie recognizes these regions as being of negligible risk for bse. aphis is taking this action based on its review of information supporting the oies risk designations for these regions. the list of those regions classified by aphis as having either negligible risk or controlled risk can be accessed on the aphis web site at www.aphis.usda.gov importexport animals animaldiseasestatus.shtml. the list can also be obtained by writing to aphis at national import export services 4700 river road unit 38 riverdale md 20737. in accordance with this process aphis is giving notice in this document that it intends to concur with the oie risk classifications of the following countries bulgaria cyprus czech republic estonia france hungary india republic of korea latvia liechtenstein luxembourg malta portugal romania slovakia and switzerland
federal quarantine order for non-commercial shipments of rice from countries with khapra beetle the animal and plant health inspection service aphis is issuing a federal order pursuant to the regulatory authority provided by the plant protection act of 20 june 2000 as amended section 412 a 7 u.s.c. 7712 a to prevent the entry or introduction into the united states of the exotic quarantine pest khapra beetle trogoderma granarium everts . to prevent the introduction of this harmful plant pest into the united states aphis has determined that non-commercial quantities of rice from countries where khapra beetle is known to occur will be prohibited from entering the united states
united states country of origin labelling id 91 country of origin labelling
united states bioterrorism act id 90 registration of domestic and foreign facilities that manufacture process pack or hold food for human or animal consumption in the untied states
united states requirements to combat illegal logging id 211 importation of plants
united states - foreign manufacturers legal accountability act id 277 the hr 4668 law of responsibility of foreign manufacturers introduced in the us house of representatives in february 2010 and under consideration for a possible vote in the house requires foreign producers or manufacturers to establish a registered agent in the us
united states dolphin-safe tuna labelling requirement id 42 establishment of a dolphin-safe mark for tuna products
concurrence with oie risk designations for bovine spongiform encephalopathy docket aphis-2016-0092 the animal and plant health inspection service aphis isadvising the public of itsdecision to concur with the world organization for animal healths oie bovine spongiform encephalopathy bse risk designations for seven regions. the oie recognizes these regions as being of negligible risk for bse. aphis is taking this action based on its review of information supporting the oies risk designations for these regions.federal register vol. 82 no. 151 tuesday 8 august2017 pg. 37041-37042
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final rule branding requirements for bovines imported into the united states from mexico docket no. aphis-2016-0050 aphis isamending the regulations regarding the branding of bovines imported into the united states from mexico. aphis is taking this action at the request of the government of mexico to address issues that have arisen with the branding requirement for these bovines. these changes will hel prevent inconsistencies in branding that can result in bovines being rejected for import into the united states. federal register vol. 83 no. 240 friday 14 december2018 pp. 64223-64225
notice of a determination regarding the fever tick status of the state of baja california mexico docket no. aphis-2018-0030 aphis is advising the public that it has determined that the state of baja california mexico is free from rhipicephalus formerlyboophilus spp. ticks known as fever ticks. the evaluation determined that this region is free from fever ticks and that ruminants imported from the area pose a low risk of exposing ruminants within the united states of america. federal register vol. 84 no. 201 thursday 17 october2019
proposed rule restrictions on the importation of fresh pork and pork products from a region in mexico docket no. aphis-2013-0061 the animal and plant health inspection service aphis is proposing to amend the regulations governing the importation of animals and animal products to define a low-risk classical swine fever region in mexico from which we would allow the importation of fresh pork and pork products under certain conditions. under this proposed rule such pork and pork products would have to be derived from swine raised on farms meeting stringent sanitary and biosecurity requirements. we would also provide safeguards against commingling of the swine and the pork and pork products with animals and products that do not meet our proposed requirements. establishments that slaughter the swine from which the pork or pork products are derived would have to allow periodic inspection and evaluation of their facilities records and operations by the animal and plant health inspection service. this proposed rule would relieve some restrictions on the importation of pork and pork products from mexico while continuing to protect against the introduction of classical swine fever into the united states. federal register vol. 79 no. 145 tuesday 29 july 2014 pages 43974-43980
notice of availability of an evaluation of the classical swine fever status of mexico docket aphis-2016-0038 aphis isadvising the public that it isproposing to recognize mexico as free of classical swine fever subject to conditions in the regulations governing the importation of live swine pork and pork products from certain regions into the united states. aphis isproposing this action based on a risk evaluation that it has prepared in connection with this action and that it ismaking available to the public for review and comment.federal register vol. 82 no 151 tuesday 8 august2017 pg. 37043-37044
final rule importation of potatoes from mexico aphis-2013-0037 the animal and plant health inspection service is amending the regulations concerning the importation of fruits and vegetables to allow the importation of fresh potatoes solanum tuberosum l. from mexico into the united states. as a condition of entry the potatoes must be produced in accordance with a systems approach employing a combination of mitigation measures to prevent the introduction and dissemination of plant pests into the united states. the potatoes must be imported in commercial consignments must be produced by a grower who is registered in a certification program must be packed in registered packinghouses must be washed cleaned and treated with a sprout inhibitor and must be inspected after packing for quarantine pests. the potatoes must also be accompanied by a phytosanitary certificate that declares that the conditions for importation have been met. finally the national plant protection organization nppo of mexico must provide a bilateral workplan to the animal and plant health inspection service aphis that details the activities that the nppo of mexico will carry out to meet these requirements subject to aphis approval. this action allows the importation of potatoes from mexico while continuing to protect against the introduction of plant pests into the united states. federal register vol. 79 no. 58 wednesday 26 march 2014 pages 16651-16656
quarantine pest list for the importation of fresh fruit of sapodilla manilkara zapota van royen into the continental united states from mexico the government of mexico has asked usdas animal and plant health inspection service aphis to authorize the importation of sapodilla for consumption into the continental united states.aphis has drafted a pest risk assessment that lists potential pests likely to remain on the commodity upon importation if no mitigations are applied. aphis shares itsdraft pest risk assessments to determine whether stakeholders have information that might lead us to revise the draft assessment before we identify pest mitigations and proceed with official rulemaking. the draft pest risk assessment for sapodilla for consumption from mexico will be available for review and comment for 30 days. to view the assessment or submit comments go to www.aphis.usda.gov plant-health risk-assessment-consultation
importation of freshsourso fruit from mexico into the continental united states docket 19-013-1 aphis isadvising the public that it has prepared a pest risk analysis that evaluates the risks associated with importation of freshsourso fruit from mexico into the continental united states. based on the analysis aphis hasdetermined that the application of one or more phytosanitary measures will be sufficient to mitigate the risks of introducing or disseminating plant pests or noxious weeds via the importation of fresh sourso fruit from mexico.aphis ismaking the pest risk analysis available to the public for review and comment.federal register vol. 84 no. 85 thursday 2 may2019 p 18764-18765
importation of fresh mamey sapote fruit from mexico into the continental united states docket 19-011-1 aphis isadvising the public that it has prepared a pest risk analysis that evaluates the risks associated with importation of fresh mamey sapote fruit from mexico into the continental united states. based on the analysis aphis hasdetermined that the application of one or more phytosanitary measures will be sufficient to mitigate the risks of introducing or disseminating plant pests or noxious weeds via the importation of fresh mamey sapote fruit from mexico.aphis ismaking the pest risk analysis available to the public for review and comment.federal register vol. 84 no. 85 thursday 2 may2019 p 18764
importation of fresh sapodilla fruit from mexico into the continental united states docket 19-014-1 aphis is advising the public that it has prepared a pest risk analysis that evaluates the risks associated with importation of fresh sapodilla fruit from mexico into the continental united states. based on the analysis we have determined that the application of one or more phytosanitary measures will be sufficient to mitigate the risks of introducing or disseminating plant pests or noxious weeds via the importation of fresh sapodilla fruit from mexico. we are making the pest risk analysis available to the public for review and comment. federal register vol. 84 no. 85 thursday 2 may 2019
importation of fresh mombin fruit from mexico into the continental united states docket 19-012-1 aphis isadvising the public that it has prepared a pest risk analysis that evaluates the risks associated with importation of fresh mombin fruit from mexico into the continental united states. based on the analysis aphis hasdetermined that the application of one or more phytosanitary measures will be sufficient to mitigate the risks of introducing or disseminating plant pests or noxious weeds via the importation of fresh mombin fruit from mexico.aphis ismaking the pest risk analysis available to the public for review and comment. federal register vol. 84 no. 85 thursday 2 may 2019 p 18763
restrictions on melons mexico indicated that on 28 october 2002 the us food and drug administration fda imposed an emergency import ban on cantaloupe melons imported from mexico. mexico considered this measure as being disproportionate and not based on scientific evidence of any health risk g sps gen 366 . mexico requested the united states to suspend the import ban on cantaloupe melons and to comply with its obligations under the sps agreement. the united states noted that fda sampling of imported produce found that samples of cantaloupe melons from most growing regions in mexico tested positive for salmonella. the samples had been collected both in the fall winter and spring summer seasons and it appeared that unsanitary conditions in the growing and packing of cantaloupe melons had resulted in four salmonella outbreaks. the import alert recommended officials to detain cantaloupe melons from mexico at all us ports without physical examination. the october import alert expanded prior import alerts that had targeted specific imports and growers whose products had been linked to outbreaks or had tested positive for salmonella. on 28 october 2002 the united states had announced that they would continue to work with mexico on a food safety programme for production packing and shipping of fresh cantaloupe melons. the mexican government had proposed a certification programme based on good agricultural practices and good manufacturing practices that would allow the fda to identify firms that had adopted and implemented such a programme. this certification programme was still under development and the united states looked forward to its early implementation.
united states food and drugs cosmetic act id 247
united states country of origin labeling for dairy id 258
united states food safety modernization fsma public law 111-353 id 300 regulatory measures covering the food production chain including provisions for registration inspection gathering of records
proposed rule movement of hass avocados from areas where mediterranean fruit fly or south american fruit fly exist docket no. aphis-2010-0127 the animal and plant health inspection service is proposing to relieve certain restrictions regarding the movement of fresh hass variety avocados. specifically we are proposing to amend our domestic regulations to provide for the interstate movement of hass avocados from mediterranean fruit fly quarantined areas in the united states with a certificate if the fruit is safeguarded after harvest in accordance with specific measures. we are also proposing to amend our foreign quarantine regulations to remove trapping requirements for mediterranean fruit fly for hass avocados imported from the state of michoacan mexico requirements for treatment or origin from an area free of mediterranean fruit fly for hass avocados imported from peru and requirements for trapping or origin from an area free of south american fruit fly for hass avocados imported from peru. these actions are warranted in light of research demonstrating the limited host status of hass avocados to mediterranean fruit fly and south american fruit fly. this action would make our domestic and foreign requirements for movement of hass avocados consistent with each other and would relieve restrictions for mexican and peruvian hass avocado producers. in addition this action would provide a means for hass avocados to be moved interstate if the avocados originate from a mediterranean fruit fly quarantined area in the united states
proposed rule importation requirements for ruminants from mexico cattle fever tick docket no. aphis-2012-0073 the animal and plant health inspection service is proposing to recognize the state of sonora as a region in mexico that is free of fever ticks. we would also establish an exemption from acaricide dipping treatment requirements and the documentation requirements associated with such dipping that are currently applicable to cattle and other ruminants originating from sonora as a condition of eligibility for entry to the united states provided that certain conditions are met. this proposed action would remove restrictions on the importation of cattle and other ruminants from sonora that we believe are no longer necessary and reduce the costs associated with tick dipping for exporters and importers of ruminants. federal register vol. 79 no. 137 thursday 17 july 2014 pages 41652-41656
proposed rule tomato plantlets in approved growing media from mexico docket no. aphis-2014-0099 the animal and plant health inspection service aphis is proposing to amend the regulations governing the importation of plants for planting to authorize the importation of tomato plantlets from mexico in approved growing media subject to a systems approach. the systems approach would consist of measures currently specified for tomato plants for planting not imported in growing media as well as measures specific to all plants for planting imported into the united states in approved growing media. additionally the plantlets would have to be imported into greenhouses in the continental united states and the importers of the plantlets from mexico or the owners of the greenhouses in the continental united states would have to enter into compliance agreements regarding the conditions under which the plants from mexico must enter and be maintained within the greenhouses. this proposed rule would allow for the importation into the continental united states of tomato plantlets from mexico in approved growing media while providing protection against the introduction of plant pests. the proposed rule would also allow the imported greenhouse plantlets to produce tomato fruit for commercial sale within the united states. federal register vol. 80 no. 43 thursday 5 march 2015 pages 11946-11950
notice of availability of pest risk analysis for importation of fresh figs from mexico into the continental united states docket no. aphis-2014-0008 the animal and plant health inspection service aphis is advising the public that we have prepared a pest list and risk management document regarding the risks associated with the importation into the continental united states of fresh figs from mexico. based on these documents we have concluded that the application of one or more designated phytosanitary measures will be sufficient to mitigate the risks of introducing or disseminating plant pests or noxious weeds via the importation of fresh figs from mexico. we are making the documents available to the public for review and comment. federal register volume 79 no. 113 thursday 12 june 2014 pages 33716-33717
proposed rule import programs mexican hass avocado commercial consignments of hass avocado fruit are currently authorized entry into the continental united states hawaii and puerto rico from the mexican state of michoacan under a systems approach to mitigate against quarantine pests of concern. we are proposing to amend the regulations to allow the importation of fresh hass avocado fruit into the continental united states hawaii and puerto rico from all of mexico provided individual mexican states meet the requirements set out in the regulations and the operational workplan. initially this action would only apply to the mexican state of jalisco. with the exception of a clarification of the language concerning when sealed insect-proof containers would be required to be used in shipping and the removal of mandatory fruit cutting at land and maritime borders the current systems approach would not change. that systems approach which includes requirements for orchard certification limited production area trace back labeling pre-harvest orchard surveys orchard sanitation post-harvest safeguards fruit cutting and inspection at the packinghouse port-of-arrival inspection and clearance activities would then be required for importation of fresh hass avocado fruit from all approved areas of mexico. the fruit would also be required to be imported in commercial consignments and accompanied by a phytosanitary certificate issued by the national plant protection organization of mexico with an additional declaration stating that the consignment was produced in accordance with the systems approach described in the operational workplan. this action would allow for the importation of fresh hass avocado fruit from mexico while continuing to provide protection against the introduction of plant pests into the continental united states hawaii and puerto rico. federal register vol. 80 no. 32 wednesday 18 february 2015 pages 8561-8564
notice of availability of pest risk analyses for the importation of fresh pitaya and pomegranates from mexico into the continental united states docket no. aphis-2011-0031 the animal and plant health inspection service aphis is advising the public that we have prepared pest risk analyses that evaluate the risks associated with the importation into the continental united states of fresh pitaya and pomegranates from mexico. based on these analyses we believe that the application of one or more designated phytosanitary measures will be sufficient to mitigate the risks of introducing or disseminating plant pests or noxious weeds via the importation of fresh pitaya and pomegranates from mexico. we are making the pest risk analyses available to the public for review and comment. federal register 2 august 2011. volume 76 number 148 pages 46268-46269
notice of availability of a pest risk analysis for the importation of fresh tejocote fruit from mexico docket no. aphis-2011-0077 the animal and plant health inspection service aphis is advising the public that we have prepared a pest risk analysis that evaluates the risks associated with the importation into the continental united states of fresh tejocote fruit from mexico. based on this analysis we believe that the application of one or more designated phytosanitary measures will be sufficient to mitigate the risks of introducing or disseminating plant pests or noxious weeds via the importation of fresh tejocote fruit from mexico. we are making the pest risk analysis available to the public for review and comment. federal register volume 76 number 189 thursday september 29 2011 pages 60449-60450
notice of availability of a commodity import evaluation document cied for the importation of garlic from european union and other countries into continental united states docket no. aphis-2011-0015 the animal and plant health inspection service is advising the public that we have prepared a commodity import evaluation document cied that evaluates the phytosanitary measures under which garlic may be imported into the continental united states from the european union and several other countries. currently garlic may be imported from these countries into the united states only if it is treated for certain pests. based on the cied we believe that the application of one or more designated phytosanitary measures other than treatment will be sufficient to mitigate the risks of introducing or disseminating plant pests or noxious weeds via the importation of garlic from these countries into the continental united states. we are making the cied available to the public for review and comment
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addition of moldova to the list of regions affected by african swine fever docket no. aphis-2016-0093 the animal and plant health inspection service aphis is advising the public that we have added the republic of moldova to the list maintained on the aphis website of regions considered affected with african swine fever asf . aphis is taking this action because of the confirmation of asf in the republic of moldova. this notice is available in english at https www.regulations.gov document daphis-2016-0093-0001. federal register vol. 82 no. 12 thursday 19 january 2017 pg. 6482
notice of availability of a commodity import evaluation document cied for the importation of garlic from european union and other countries into continental united states docket no. aphis-2011-0015 the animal and plant health inspection service is advising the public that we have prepared a commodity import evaluation document cied that evaluates the phytosanitary measures under which garlic may be imported into the continental united states from the european union and several other countries. currently garlic may be imported from these countries into the united states only if it is treated for certain pests. based on the cied we believe that the application of one or more designated phytosanitary measures other than treatment will be sufficient to mitigate the risks of introducing or disseminating plant pests or noxious weeds via the importation of garlic from these countries into the continental united states. we are making the cied available to the public for review and comment
federal quarantine order for non-commercial shipments of rice from countries with khapra beetle the animal and plant health inspection service aphis is issuing a federal order pursuant to the regulatory authority provided by the plant protection act of 20 june 2000 as amended section 412 a 7 u.s.c. 7712 a to prevent the entry or introduction into the united states of the exotic quarantine pest khapra beetle trogoderma granarium everts . to prevent the introduction of this harmful plant pest into the united states aphis has determined that non-commercial quantities of rice from countries where khapra beetle is known to occur will be prohibited from entering the united states
notice of availability of a commodity import evaluation document cied for the importation of garlic from european union and other countries into continental united states docket no. aphis-2011-0015 the animal and plant health inspection service is advising the public that we have prepared a commodity import evaluation document cied that evaluates the phytosanitary measures under which garlic may be imported into the continental united states from the european union and several other countries. currently garlic may be imported from these countries into the united states only if it is treated for certain pests. based on the cied we believe that the application of one or more designated phytosanitary measures other than treatment will be sufficient to mitigate the risks of introducing or disseminating plant pests or noxious weeds via the importation of garlic from these countries into the continental united states. we are making the cied available to the public for review and comment
proposed rule imports fresh raspberry fruit from morocco docket aphis-2015-0053 the animal and plant health inspection service aphis is proposing to amend the regulations concerning the importation of fruits and vegetables to allow the importation of fresh raspberry fruit from morocco into the continental united states. as a condition of entry the raspberries would have to be produced under a systems approach to mitigate for the fungus monilinia fructigena and would have to be inspected prior to exportation from morocco and found free of this pest. the raspberries would have to be imported in commercial consignments only produced at registered places of production and field inspected for signs of m. fructigena infection no more than 30 days prior to harvest in registered packinghouses. the raspberries would also have to be accompanied by a phytosanitary certificate with an additional declaration stating that the conditions for importation have been met. raspberry consignments would be subject to further inspection at the port of entry into the continental united states. this action would allow the importation of raspberries from morocco while continuing to protect against the introduction of plant pests into the united states. federal register vol. 81 no. 166 friday 26 august 2016 pgs. 58867-58869
proposed rule importation of fresh blueberry fruit from morocco into the continental united states docket no. aphis-2013-0016 the animal and plant health inspection service aphis is proposing to amend the regulations concerning the importation of fruits and vegetables to allow the importation of fresh blueberry fruit from morocco into the continental united states. as a condition of entry the blueberries would have to be produced under a systems approach employing a combination of mitigation measures for two quarantine pests ceratitis capitata and monilinia fructigena and would have to be inspected prior to exportation from morocco and found free of these pests. the blueberries would have to be imported in commercial consignments only and would have to be treated with one of two approved postharvest treatments to mitigate the risk of c. capitata. the blueberries would also have to be accompanied by a phytosanitary certificate with an additional declaration stating that the conditions for importation have been met. this action would allow the importation of blueberries from morocco while continuing to protect against the introduction of plant pests into the united states. federal register vol. 78 no. 251 tuesday 31 december 2013 pages 79634-79636
federal quarantine order for non-commercial shipments of rice from countries with khapra beetle the animal and plant health inspection service aphis is issuing a federal order pursuant to the regulatory authority provided by the plant protection act of 20 june 2000 as amended section 412 a 7 u.s.c. 7712 a to prevent the entry or introduction into the united states of the exotic quarantine pest khapra beetle trogoderma granarium everts . to prevent the introduction of this harmful plant pest into the united states aphis has determined that non-commercial quantities of rice from countries where khapra beetle is known to occur will be prohibited from entering the united states
federal order fo for the importation of host material of anoplophora chinensis forster the citrus longhorned beetle clb and anoplophora glabripennis the asian longhorned beetle alb dated 1 april 2011 the animal and plant health inspection service aphis of the us department of agriculture is issuing a federal order fo pursuant to the regulatory authority provided by the plant protection act of 20 june 2000 as amended section 412 a 7 u.s.c. 7712 a to revise and replace the federal order issued for two harmful plant pests citrus longhorned beetle clb anoplophora chinensis forster coleoptera cerambycidae and asian longhorned beetle alb a. glabripennis motschulsky coleoptera cerambycidae previously issued on 16 january 2009 and notified to the wto as g sps n usa 1901. this revision adds three new a. glabripennis host genera of plants for planting cercidiphyllum spp. koelreuteria spp. and sorbus spp. identified as hosts by our domestic eradication program and 11 new a. chinensis host genera of plants for planting catalpa spp. chaenomeles spp. cornus spp. cydonia spp. liquidambar spp. parrotia spp. polygonum spp. rhdodendron spp. sageretia spp. toona spp. and viburnum spp. identified by the national plant protection organization of the netherlands and recent scientific journal articles. this fo also changes the requirements for importation of plants for planting from the european union eu member states because the status and distribution of a. chinensis and a. glabripennis in those countries is not sufficiently known. this revision of the fo also adds decorative branches to the list of regulated articles. the purpose and goal of this federal order is to prevent the introduction and or dissemination of two harmful plant pests citrus longhorned beetle clb anoplophora chinensis forster and asian longhorned beetle alb a. glabripennis from foreign countries into the united states. this federal order is effective on 11 may 2011
concurrence with oie risk designations for bovine spongiform encephalopathy docket aphis-2016-0092 the animal and plant health inspection service aphis isadvising the public of itsdecision to concur with the world organization for animal healths oie bovine spongiform encephalopathy bse risk designations for seven regions. the oie recognizes these regions as being of negligible risk for bse. aphis is taking this action based on its review of information supporting the oies risk designations for these regions.federal register vol. 82 no. 151 tuesday 8 august2017 pg. 37041-37042
notice recognition of freedom from citrus longhorned beetles and asian longhorned beetle in certain european union countries docket no. aphis-2018-0074 aphis is notifying the public that it proposes to update the u.s. department of agriculture plants for planting manual by recognizing 22 european union member states as being free from citrus longhorned beetle clb and asian longhorned beetle alb and removing them from the list of countries where clb and alb are present. aphis would also change the entry conditions in the manual for imports of certain host plant taxa of clb and alb from four of these countries belgium denmark the netherlands and the united kingdom because they have previously approved genera exempted from the category of plants not authorized pending pest risk analysis. these changes would relieve certain restrictions on host plants of clb and alb from belgium denmark the netherlands and the united kingdom while continuing to mitigate the risk of introducing quarantine pests into the united states. federal register vol. 84 no. 137 wednesday 17 july 2019 p 34116-34117
importation of bromeliad plants in growing media from belgium denmark and the netherlands docket no. aphis-2010-0005 the animal and plant health inspection service is proposing to amend the regulations governing the importation of plants and plant products to add bromeliad plants of the genera aechmea cryptanthus guzmania hohenbergia neoregelia tillandsia and vriesea from belgium denmark and the netherlands to the list of plants that may be imported into the united states in an approved growing medium subject to specified growing inspection and certification requirements. we are taking this action in response to requests from those three countries and after determining that the plants could be imported under certain conditions without resulting in the introduction into or the dissemination within the united states of a plant pest or noxious weed
proposed rule importation of fresh apple and pear fruit into the continental united states from certain countries in the european union docket no. aphis-2015-0073 the animal and plant health inspection service aphis is proposing to amend the regulations to allow the importation of fresh apple and pear fruit from certain countries in the european union into the continental united states provided that the fruit is produced in accordance with a systems approach as an alternative to importation under the current preclearance program. the proposed systems approach for fresh apple and pear fruit consists of production site and packinghouse registration inspection of registered production sites twice a season production site pest control and sanitation post-harvest safeguards fruit culling traceback sampling cold treatment against mediterranean fruit fly in countries where the pest is known to occur a phytosanitary certificate port of entry inspection and importation as commercial consignments only. fresh apple and pear fruit that does not meet the requirements in the systems approach would continue to be allowed to be imported into the united states subject to the conditions of the preclearance program. this action would provide an alternative for the importation of fresh apple and pear fruit from certain countries in the european union while continuing to provide protection against the introduction of plant pests into the continental united states. federal register vol. 81 no.12 wednesday 20 january 2016 pgs. 3033-3038
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proposed rule imports fresh persimmons from new zealand docket aphis-2015-0052 the animal and plant health inspection service aphis is proposing to amend the regulations concerning the importation of fruits and vegetables to allow the importation of fresh persimmons from new zealand into the united states. as a condition of entry the persimmons would have to be produced in accordance with a systems approach that would include requirements for orchard certification orchard pest control post harvest safeguards fruit culling traceback sampling and treatment with either hot water or modified atmosphere treatment. the persimmons would also have to be accompanied by a phytosanitary certificate with an additional declaration stating that they were produced under and meet all the components of the systems approach and were inspected and found to be free of quarantine pests in accordance with the proposed requirements. this action would allow the importation of fresh persimmons from new zealand while continuing to protect against the introduction of plant pests into the united states. federal register vol. 81 no. 166 friday 26 august 2016 pgs. 58870-58873
concurrence with oie risk designation for bovine spongiform encephalopathy docket no. aphis-2018-0087 aphis is advising the public of its preliminary concurrence with the world organization for animal healths oie bovine spongiform encephalopathy bse risk designation for nicaragua. the oie recognizes this region as being of negligible risk for bse. aphis is taking this action based on its review of information supporting the oies risk designation for this region. federal register vol. 84 no. 116 monday 17 june 2019 pp. 28001-28002
federal quarantine order for non-commercial shipments of rice from countries with khapra beetle the animal and plant health inspection service aphis is issuing a federal order pursuant to the regulatory authority provided by the plant protection act of 20 june 2000 as amended section 412 a 7 u.s.c. 7712 a to prevent the entry or introduction into the united states of the exotic quarantine pest khapra beetle trogoderma granarium everts . to prevent the introduction of this harmful plant pest into the united states aphis has determined that non-commercial quantities of rice from countries where khapra beetle is known to occur will be prohibited from entering the united states
federal quarantine order for non-commercial shipments of rice from countries with khapra beetle the animal and plant health inspection service aphis is issuing a federal order pursuant to the regulatory authority provided by the plant protection act of 20 june 2000 as amended section 412 a 7 u.s.c. 7712 a to prevent the entry or introduction into the united states of the exotic quarantine pest khapra beetle trogoderma granarium everts . to prevent the introduction of this harmful plant pest into the united states aphis has determined that non-commercial quantities of rice from countries where khapra beetle is known to occur will be prohibited from entering the united states
addition of the democratic peoples republic of korea to the list of regions affected with african swine fever docket no. aphis20190047 aphis is advising the public that it has added the democratic peoples republic of korea to the list of regions that the animal and plant health inspection service considers to be affected with african swine fever asf . aphis has taken this action because of confirmation of asf in the democratic peoples republic of korea. federal register vol.84 no. 184 monday 23 september 2019 pg. 49708-49709
notice of availability of a commodity import evaluation document cied for the importation of garlic from european union and other countries into continental united states docket no. aphis-2011-0015 the animal and plant health inspection service is advising the public that we have prepared a commodity import evaluation document cied that evaluates the phytosanitary measures under which garlic may be imported into the continental united states from the european union and several other countries. currently garlic may be imported from these countries into the united states only if it is treated for certain pests. based on the cied we believe that the application of one or more designated phytosanitary measures other than treatment will be sufficient to mitigate the risks of introducing or disseminating plant pests or noxious weeds via the importation of garlic from these countries into the continental united states. we are making the cied available to the public for review and comment
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federal quarantine order for non-commercial shipments of rice from countries with khapra beetle the animal and plant health inspection service aphis is issuing a federal order pursuant to the regulatory authority provided by the plant protection act of 20 june 2000 as amended section 412 a 7 u.s.c. 7712 a to prevent the entry or introduction into the united states of the exotic quarantine pest khapra beetle trogoderma granarium everts . to prevent the introduction of this harmful plant pest into the united states aphis has determined that non-commercial quantities of rice from countries where khapra beetle is known to occur will be prohibited from entering the united states
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united states standards of identity for pisco and cognac id 347 the alcohol and tobacco tax and trade bureau proposes to amend its regulations setting forth the standards of identity for distilled spirits to include pisco as a type of brandy that must be manufactured in accordance with the laws and regulations of either peru or chile as appropriate governing the manufacture of those products. this change will remove pisco brandy from the list of examples of geographical designations in the distilled spirits standards of identity. this also includes a technical correction to remove cognac from the same list of examples. these changes will provide greater clarity in distilled spirits labelling
proposed rule movement of hass avocados from areas where mediterranean fruit fly or south american fruit fly exist docket no. aphis-2010-0127 the animal and plant health inspection service is proposing to relieve certain restrictions regarding the movement of fresh hass variety avocados. specifically we are proposing to amend our domestic regulations to provide for the interstate movement of hass avocados from mediterranean fruit fly quarantined areas in the united states with a certificate if the fruit is safeguarded after harvest in accordance with specific measures. we are also proposing to amend our foreign quarantine regulations to remove trapping requirements for mediterranean fruit fly for hass avocados imported from the state of michoacan mexico requirements for treatment or origin from an area free of mediterranean fruit fly for hass avocados imported from peru and requirements for trapping or origin from an area free of south american fruit fly for hass avocados imported from peru. these actions are warranted in light of research demonstrating the limited host status of hass avocados to mediterranean fruit fly and south american fruit fly. this action would make our domestic and foreign requirements for movement of hass avocados consistent with each other and would relieve restrictions for mexican and peruvian hass avocado producers. in addition this action would provide a means for hass avocados to be moved interstate if the avocados originate from a mediterranean fruit fly quarantined area in the united states
proposed rule fresh peppers from peru into the continental u.s. and the territories docket no. aphis-2014-0028 the animal and plant health inspection service aphis is proposing to amend the fruits and vegetables regulations to allow the importation of fresh peppers into the continental united states and the territories from peru. as a condition of entry the fruit would have to be produced in accordance with a systems approach that would include requirements for fruit fly trapping pre-harvest inspections production sites and packinghouse procedures designed to exclude quarantine pests. the fruit would also be required to be imported in commercial consignments and accompanied by a phytosanitary certificate issued by the national plant protection organization of peru with an additional declaration stating that the consignment was produced in accordance with the requirements of the systems approach. this action would allow for the importation of untreated fresh peppers from peru while continuing to provide protection against the introduction of plant pests into the continental united states and the territories. federal register vol. 80 no. 79 friday 24 april 2015 pages 22934-22938
notice of availability pest risk analysis for the importation of fresh figs from peru into the continental united states docket aphis-2016-0011 the animal and plant health inspection service aphis is advising the public that it has prepared a pest risk analysis that evaluates the risks associated with importation of fresh figs ficus carica from peru into the continental united states. based on the analysis aphis has determined that the application of one or more designated phytosanitary measures will be sufficient to mitigate the risks of introducing or disseminating plant pests or noxious weeds via the importation of fresh figs from peru. it is making the pest risk analysis available to the public for review and comment. federal register vol. 81 no. 49 monday 14 march 2016 pgs. 13310-13311
proposed rule citrus from peru expansion of citrus-growing area docket no. aphis-2015-0005 the animal and plant health inspection service aphis is proposing to amend the fruits and vegetable regulations to allow citrus fruit from the entire country of peru into the continental united states. currently the regulations allow the importation of citrus fruit to the united states from five approved citrus-producing zones in peru subject to a systems approach. however based on the findings of a pest list and commodity import evaluation document we have determined that this systems approach also mitigates the plant pest risk associated with citrus fruit produced in all other areas of peru. this action would allow the importation of citrus fruit from the entire country of peru while continuing to provide protection against the introduction of plant pests into the continental united states. federal register vol. 80 no. 84 friday 1 may 2015 pages 24838-24840
proposed rule importation of papayas from peru docket no. aphis-2012-0014 the animal and plant health inspection service aphis is proposing to allow under certain conditions the importation of commercial consignments of fresh papayas from peru into the continental united states. the conditions for the importation of papayas from peru would include requirements for approved production locations field sanitation hot water treatment procedures for packing and shipping the papayas and fruit fly trapping in papaya production areas. this action would allow for the importation of papayas from peru while continuing to provide protection against the introduction of quarantine pests into the continental united states. federal register vol. 78 no. 154 friday 9 august 2013 pages 48628-48631
notice of availability pest risk analysis for the importation of fresh pomegranates from peru into the continental united states docket aphis-2016-0012 the animal and plant health inspection service aphis is advising the public that it has prepared a pest risk analysis that evaluates the risks associated with importation of fresh pomegranate fruit from peru into the continental united states. based on the analysis aphis has determined that the application of one or more designated phytosanitary measures will be sufficient to mitigate the risks of introducing or disseminating plant pests or noxious weeds via the importation of fresh pomegranates from peru. it is making the pest risk analysis available to the public for review and comment. federal register vol. 81 no. 49 monday 14 march 2016 pg. 13310
federal order fo for the importation of host material of anoplophora chinensis forster the citrus longhorned beetle clb and anoplophora glabripennis the asian longhorned beetle alb dated 1 april 2011 the animal and plant health inspection service aphis of the us department of agriculture is issuing a federal order fo pursuant to the regulatory authority provided by the plant protection act of 20 june 2000 as amended section 412 a 7 u.s.c. 7712 a to revise and replace the federal order issued for two harmful plant pests citrus longhorned beetle clb anoplophora chinensis forster coleoptera cerambycidae and asian longhorned beetle alb a. glabripennis motschulsky coleoptera cerambycidae previously issued on 16 january 2009 and notified to the wto as g sps n usa 1901. this revision adds three new a. glabripennis host genera of plants for planting cercidiphyllum spp. koelreuteria spp. and sorbus spp. identified as hosts by our domestic eradication program and 11 new a. chinensis host genera of plants for planting catalpa spp. chaenomeles spp. cornus spp. cydonia spp. liquidambar spp. parrotia spp. polygonum spp. rhdodendron spp. sageretia spp. toona spp. and viburnum spp. identified by the national plant protection organization of the netherlands and recent scientific journal articles. this fo also changes the requirements for importation of plants for planting from the european union eu member states because the status and distribution of a. chinensis and a. glabripennis in those countries is not sufficiently known. this revision of the fo also adds decorative branches to the list of regulated articles. the purpose and goal of this federal order is to prevent the introduction and or dissemination of two harmful plant pests citrus longhorned beetle clb anoplophora chinensis forster and asian longhorned beetle alb a. glabripennis from foreign countries into the united states. this federal order is effective on 11 may 2011
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proposed rule importation of fresh bananas from the philippines into the continental united states docket no. aphis-2011-0028 the animal and plant health inspection service aphis is proposing to amend the regulations concerning the importation of fruits and vegetables to allow the importation of fresh bananas from the philippines into the continental united states. as a condition of entry the bananas would have to be produced in accordance with a systems approach that would include requirements for importation of commercial consignments monitoring of fruit flies to establish low-prevalence places of production harvesting only of hard green bananas and inspection for quarantine pests by the national plant protection organization of the philippines. the bananas would also have to be accompanied by a phytosanitary certificate with an additional declaration stating that they were grown packed and inspected and found to be free of quarantine pests in accordance with the proposed requirements. this action would allow the importation of bananas from the philippines while continuing to protect against the introduction of plant pests into the united states. federal register volume 77 number 73 monday april 16 2012 pages 22510-22514
proposed rule importation of fresh bananas from the philippines into hawaii and us territories docket no. aphis-2013-0045 the animal and plant health inspection service aphis is proposing to amend the regulations concerning the importation of fruits and vegetables to allow the importation of fresh bananas from the philippines into guam hawaii and the northern mariana islands. as a condition of entry the bananas would have to be produced in accordance with a systems approach that would include requirements for importation of commercial consignments monitoring of fruit flies to establish low-prevalence places of production harvesting only of hard green bananas and inspection for quarantine pests by the national plant protection organization of the philippines. the bananas would also have to be accompanied by a phytosanitary certificate with an additional declaration stating that they were grown packed inspected and found to be free of quarantine pests in accordance with the proposed requirements. this action would allow the importation of bananas from the philippines while continuing to protect against the introduction of plant pests into guam hawaii and the northern mariana islands. federal register vol. 79 no. 18 tuesday 28 january 2014 pages 4410-4414
proposed rule expansion of areas in the philippines considered free of mango seed weevil and mango pul weevil and establishment of a lower irradiation dose as a treatment for mango pul weevil docket id aphis-2013-0057 the animal and plant health inspection service aphis is proposing to amend the list of designated pest-free areas for mango seed weevil and mango pul weevil within the philippines. we are also advising the public that we have determined that it is necessary to amend the plant protection and quarantine treatment manual to establish a specific approved dose of irradiation as an authorized treatment for mango pul weevil. these actions are necessary because surveys have determined that additional areas within the philippines are free of mango seed weevil and mango pul weevil. additionally we have determined that the mango pul weevil can be neutralized with a lower dose of irradiation than the current generic dose for most plant pests of the class insecta. federal register vol. 79 no. 69 thursday 10 april 2014 pages 19838-19840
notice of availability of a pest risk analysis for the importation of litchi longan and rambutan from the philippines into the continental united states docket no. aphis-2012-0005 the animal and plant health inspection service aphis is advising the public that we have prepared a pest risk analysis that evaluates the risks associated with the importation into the continental united states of fresh litchi longan and rambutan fruit from the philippines. based on that analysis we believe that the application of one or more designated phytosanitary measures will be sufficient to mitigate the risks of introducing or disseminating plant pests or noxious weeds via the importation of fresh fruit of litchi longan and rambutan from the philippines. we are making the pest risk analysis available to the public for review and comment. federal register volume 77 number 44 tuesday 6 march 2012 pages 13260-13261
proposed rule importation of fresh apple and pear fruit into the continental united states from certain countries in the european union docket no. aphis-2015-0073 the animal and plant health inspection service aphis is proposing to amend the regulations to allow the importation of fresh apple and pear fruit from certain countries in the european union into the continental united states provided that the fruit is produced in accordance with a systems approach as an alternative to importation under the current preclearance program. the proposed systems approach for fresh apple and pear fruit consists of production site and packinghouse registration inspection of registered production sites twice a season production site pest control and sanitation post-harvest safeguards fruit culling traceback sampling cold treatment against mediterranean fruit fly in countries where the pest is known to occur a phytosanitary certificate port of entry inspection and importation as commercial consignments only. fresh apple and pear fruit that does not meet the requirements in the systems approach would continue to be allowed to be imported into the united states subject to the conditions of the preclearance program. this action would provide an alternative for the importation of fresh apple and pear fruit from certain countries in the european union while continuing to provide protection against the introduction of plant pests into the continental united states. federal register vol. 81 no.12 wednesday 20 january 2016 pgs. 3033-3038
notice concurrence with oie risk designations for bovine spongiform encephalopathydocket no. aphis20180012 the animal and plant health inspection service aphis isadvising the public of its decision to concur with the world organization for animal healths oie bovine spongiform encephalopathy bse risk designations for four regions croatia poland northern ireland and scotland. the oie recognizes these regions as being of negligible risk for bse. aphis istaking this action based on its review of information supporting the oies risk designations for these regions. federal register vol. 83 no. 170 friday 31 august2018 pg. 44562
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notice of availability of a commodity import evaluation document cied for the importation of garlic from european union and other countries into continental united states docket no. aphis-2011-0015 the animal and plant health inspection service is advising the public that we have prepared a commodity import evaluation document cied that evaluates the phytosanitary measures under which garlic may be imported into the continental united states from the european union and several other countries. currently garlic may be imported from these countries into the united states only if it is treated for certain pests. based on the cied we believe that the application of one or more designated phytosanitary measures other than treatment will be sufficient to mitigate the risks of introducing or disseminating plant pests or noxious weeds via the importation of garlic from these countries into the continental united states. we are making the cied available to the public for review and comment
proposed rule importation of fresh apple and pear fruit into the continental united states from certain countries in the european union docket no. aphis-2015-0073 the animal and plant health inspection service aphis is proposing to amend the regulations to allow the importation of fresh apple and pear fruit from certain countries in the european union into the continental united states provided that the fruit is produced in accordance with a systems approach as an alternative to importation under the current preclearance program. the proposed systems approach for fresh apple and pear fruit consists of production site and packinghouse registration inspection of registered production sites twice a season production site pest control and sanitation post-harvest safeguards fruit culling traceback sampling cold treatment against mediterranean fruit fly in countries where the pest is known to occur a phytosanitary certificate port of entry inspection and importation as commercial consignments only. fresh apple and pear fruit that does not meet the requirements in the systems approach would continue to be allowed to be imported into the united states subject to the conditions of the preclearance program. this action would provide an alternative for the importation of fresh apple and pear fruit from certain countries in the european union while continuing to provide protection against the introduction of plant pests into the continental united states. federal register vol. 81 no.12 wednesday 20 january 2016 pgs. 3033-3038
concurrence with oie risk designations for bovine spongiform encephalopathy docket aphis-2015-0055 the animal and plant health inspection service aphis is advising the public of its preliminary concurrence with the world organization for animal healths oie bovine spongiform encephalopathy bse risk designations for 16 regions. the oie recognizes these regions as being of negligible risk for bse. aphis is taking this action based on its review of information supporting the oies risk designations for these regions. the list of those regions classified by aphis as having either negligible risk or controlled risk can be accessed on the aphis web site at www.aphis.usda.gov importexport animals animaldiseasestatus.shtml. the list can also be obtained by writing to aphis at national import export services 4700 river road unit 38 riverdale md 20737. in accordance with this process aphis is giving notice in this document that it intends to concur with the oie risk classifications of the following countries bulgaria cyprus czech republic estonia france hungary india republic of korea latvia liechtenstein luxembourg malta portugal romania slovakia and switzerland
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notice of availability of a commodity import evaluation document cied for the importation of garlic from european union and other countries into continental united states docket no. aphis-2011-0015 the animal and plant health inspection service is advising the public that we have prepared a commodity import evaluation document cied that evaluates the phytosanitary measures under which garlic may be imported into the continental united states from the european union and several other countries. currently garlic may be imported from these countries into the united states only if it is treated for certain pests. based on the cied we believe that the application of one or more designated phytosanitary measures other than treatment will be sufficient to mitigate the risks of introducing or disseminating plant pests or noxious weeds via the importation of garlic from these countries into the continental united states. we are making the cied available to the public for review and comment
concurrence with oie risk designations for bovine spongiform encephalopathy docket aphis-2015-0055 the animal and plant health inspection service aphis is advising the public of its preliminary concurrence with the world organization for animal healths oie bovine spongiform encephalopathy bse risk designations for 16 regions. the oie recognizes these regions as being of negligible risk for bse. aphis is taking this action based on its review of information supporting the oies risk designations for these regions. the list of those regions classified by aphis as having either negligible risk or controlled risk can be accessed on the aphis web site at www.aphis.usda.gov importexport animals animaldiseasestatus.shtml. the list can also be obtained by writing to aphis at national import export services 4700 river road unit 38 riverdale md 20737. in accordance with this process aphis is giving notice in this document that it intends to concur with the oie risk classifications of the following countries bulgaria cyprus czech republic estonia france hungary india republic of korea latvia liechtenstein luxembourg malta portugal romania slovakia and switzerland
concurrence with oie risk designations for bovine spongiform encephalopathy docket aphis-2016-0092 the animal and plant health inspection service aphis isadvising the public of itsdecision to concur with the world organization for animal healths oie bovine spongiform encephalopathy bse risk designations for seven regions. the oie recognizes these regions as being of negligible risk for bse. aphis is taking this action based on its review of information supporting the oies risk designations for these regions.federal register vol. 82 no. 151 tuesday 8 august2017 pg. 37041-37042
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notice of availability of a commodity import evaluation document cied for the importation of garlic from european union and other countries into continental united states docket no. aphis-2011-0015 the animal and plant health inspection service is advising the public that we have prepared a commodity import evaluation document cied that evaluates the phytosanitary measures under which garlic may be imported into the continental united states from the european union and several other countries. currently garlic may be imported from these countries into the united states only if it is treated for certain pests. based on the cied we believe that the application of one or more designated phytosanitary measures other than treatment will be sufficient to mitigate the risks of introducing or disseminating plant pests or noxious weeds via the importation of garlic from these countries into the continental united states. we are making the cied available to the public for review and comment
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federal domestic quarantine order spondias spp. and other fruits dated 19 april 2011 the animal and plant health inspection service aphis is issuing a federal order pursuant to the regulatory authority provided by the plant protection act of 20 june 2000 as amended section 412 a 7 u.s.c. 7712 a to prevent the entry or introduction of the harmful plant pest anastrepha obliqua west indian fruit fly from st. vincent and the grenadines into the united states. fruits of spondias spp. malphighia glabra l. barbados cherry averrhoa carambolas l. carambola flacourtia indica governors plum manilkara zapota l. p. royen sapodilla and passiflora spp. passion fruit including granadilla from st. vincent and the grenadines have been allowed into the united states since 1987. due to the introduction of a. obliqua to st. vincent and the grenadines aphis has decided to suspend the importation of these fruits from st. vincent and the grenadines. aphis has determined that the introduction and establishment of a. obliqua poses a serious threat to united states agriculture. this federal order will be implemented beginning 19 april 2011. federal orders will remain in effect until they are revised by another federal order or until an interim rule on the subject is published
federal quarantine order for non-commercial shipments of rice from countries with khapra beetle the animal and plant health inspection service aphis is issuing a federal order pursuant to the regulatory authority provided by the plant protection act of 20 june 2000 as amended section 412 a 7 u.s.c. 7712 a to prevent the entry or introduction into the united states of the exotic quarantine pest khapra beetle trogoderma granarium everts . to prevent the introduction of this harmful plant pest into the united states aphis has determined that non-commercial quantities of rice from countries where khapra beetle is known to occur will be prohibited from entering the united states
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notice of availability for evaluation of the african horse sickness status of saudi arabia docket no. aphis-2014-0013 the animal and plant health inspection service is advising the public that we have determined that saudi arabia is free of african horse sickness ahs . after reviewing the documentation submitted by saudi arabia in support of its request and considering other factors the administrator of the animal and plant health inspection service has determined that ahs is not present in saudi arabia. we are making that determination as well as an evaluation we have prepared in connection with this action available for review and comment. federal register volume 79 no. 113 thursday 12 june 2014 pages 33714-33715
federal quarantine order for non-commercial shipments of rice from countries with khapra beetle the animal and plant health inspection service aphis is issuing a federal order pursuant to the regulatory authority provided by the plant protection act of 20 june 2000 as amended section 412 a 7 u.s.c. 7712 a to prevent the entry or introduction into the united states of the exotic quarantine pest khapra beetle trogoderma granarium everts . to prevent the introduction of this harmful plant pest into the united states aphis has determined that non-commercial quantities of rice from countries where khapra beetle is known to occur will be prohibited from entering the united states
restrictions on tomatoes in october 2012 senegal raised concerns regarding us restrictions on imports of tomatoes due to alleged presence of the pest tuta absoluta. in the framework of the african growth and opportunity act agoa a team of experts from the united states had made recommendations regarding senegals tomato production which were complied with. in 2009 when information was received of the reappearance of the tuta absoluta in parts of europe originating from latin america senegal effectively banned imports from infested areas particularly morocco as notified in g sps n sen 7 in 2010. the us ban on imports of tomatoes had not been notified or verified with the senegalese authorities although subsequently a bilateral technical meeting had been held to seek resolution of the issue. the united states highlighted that the issue raised by senegal was discussed in a bilateral technical discussion and an agreement to work together to address the concern was reached with progress to be reported at the next meeting.
notice of availability of a commodity import evaluation document cied for the importation of garlic from european union and other countries into continental united states docket no. aphis-2011-0015 the animal and plant health inspection service is advising the public that we have prepared a commodity import evaluation document cied that evaluates the phytosanitary measures under which garlic may be imported into the continental united states from the european union and several other countries. currently garlic may be imported from these countries into the united states only if it is treated for certain pests. based on the cied we believe that the application of one or more designated phytosanitary measures other than treatment will be sufficient to mitigate the risks of introducing or disseminating plant pests or noxious weeds via the importation of garlic from these countries into the continental united states. we are making the cied available to the public for review and comment
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notice of availability of an evaluation of the foot-and-mouth disease status of singapore docket no. aphis-2018-0043 aphis is advising the public that it is proposing to recognize singapore as being free of foot-and-mouth disease.this proposed recognition is based on an evaluation we have prepared in connection with this action which we are making available for review and comment. federal register vol. 84 no. 53 tuesday 19 march2019 pp. 10024-10025
notice of availability of a commodity import evaluation document cied for the importation of garlic from european union and other countries into continental united states docket no. aphis-2011-0015 the animal and plant health inspection service is advising the public that we have prepared a commodity import evaluation document cied that evaluates the phytosanitary measures under which garlic may be imported into the continental united states from the european union and several other countries. currently garlic may be imported from these countries into the united states only if it is treated for certain pests. based on the cied we believe that the application of one or more designated phytosanitary measures other than treatment will be sufficient to mitigate the risks of introducing or disseminating plant pests or noxious weeds via the importation of garlic from these countries into the continental united states. we are making the cied available to the public for review and comment
concurrence with oie risk designations for bovine spongiform encephalopathy docket aphis-2015-0055 the animal and plant health inspection service aphis is advising the public of its preliminary concurrence with the world organization for animal healths oie bovine spongiform encephalopathy bse risk designations for 16 regions. the oie recognizes these regions as being of negligible risk for bse. aphis is taking this action based on its review of information supporting the oies risk designations for these regions. the list of those regions classified by aphis as having either negligible risk or controlled risk can be accessed on the aphis web site at www.aphis.usda.gov importexport animals animaldiseasestatus.shtml. the list can also be obtained by writing to aphis at national import export services 4700 river road unit 38 riverdale md 20737. in accordance with this process aphis is giving notice in this document that it intends to concur with the oie risk classifications of the following countries bulgaria cyprus czech republic estonia france hungary india republic of korea latvia liechtenstein luxembourg malta portugal romania slovakia and switzerland
notice of availability of a commodity import evaluation document cied for the importation of garlic from european union and other countries into continental united states docket no. aphis-2011-0015 the animal and plant health inspection service is advising the public that we have prepared a commodity import evaluation document cied that evaluates the phytosanitary measures under which garlic may be imported into the continental united states from the european union and several other countries. currently garlic may be imported from these countries into the united states only if it is treated for certain pests. based on the cied we believe that the application of one or more designated phytosanitary measures other than treatment will be sufficient to mitigate the risks of introducing or disseminating plant pests or noxious weeds via the importation of garlic from these countries into the continental united states. we are making the cied available to the public for review and comment
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proposed rule importation of fresh citrus fruit from the republic of south africa into the continental united states docket no. aphis-2014-0015 animal and plant health inspection service is proposing to amend the fruits and vegetables regulations to allow the importation of several varieties of fresh citrus fruit as well as citrus hybrids into the continental united states from areas in the republic of south africa where citrus black spot has been known to occur. as a condition of entry the fruit would have to be produced in accordance with a systems approach that would include shipment traceability packinghouse registration and procedures and phytosanitary treatment. the fruit would also be required to be imported in commercial consignments and accompanied by a phytosanitary certificate issued by the national plant protection organization of the republic of south africa with an additional declaration confirming that the fruit has been produced in accordance with the systems approach. this action would allow for the importation of fresh citrus fruit including citrus hybrids from the republic of south africa while continuing to provide protection against the introduction of plant pests into the united states. federal register vol. 79 no. 167 thursday 28 august 2014 pages 51273-51277
notice of availability of a pest risk analysis for the importation of fresh apricot sweet cherry and plumcot fruit from south africa into the continental united states docket no. aphis-2011-0039 the animal and plant health inspection service aphis of the us department of agriculture is advising the public that we have prepared a pest risk analysis that evaluates the risks associated with the importation into the continental united states of fresh apricot sweet cherry and plumcot fruit from south africa. based on our analysis we have concluded that the application of one or more designated phytosanitary measures will be sufficient to mitigate the risks of introducing or disseminating plant pests via the importation of those commodities from south africa. we are making the pest risk analysis available to the public for review and comment. based on the results of our analysis we also determined that it is necessary to revise a treatment schedule in the plant protection and quarantine treatment manual
notice of availability of a pest risk analysis for the importation of fresh persimmon from the republic of south africa docket no. aphis-2011-0018 the animal and plant health inspection service is advising the public that we have prepared a pest risk analysis that evaluates the risks associated with the importation into the continental united states of fresh persimmon fruit diospyros kaki from the republic of south africa. based on this analysis we believe that the application of one or more designated phytosanitary measures will be sufficient to mitigate the risks of introducing or disseminating plant pests or noxious weeds via the importation of fresh persimmon fruit from the republic of south africa. we are making the pest risk analysis available to the public for review and comment
federal order fo for the importation of host material of anoplophora chinensis forster the citrus longhorned beetle clb and anoplophora glabripennis the asian longhorned beetle alb dated 1 april 2011 the animal and plant health inspection service aphis of the us department of agriculture is issuing a federal order fo pursuant to the regulatory authority provided by the plant protection act of 20 june 2000 as amended section 412 a 7 u.s.c. 7712 a to revise and replace the federal order issued for two harmful plant pests citrus longhorned beetle clb anoplophora chinensis forster coleoptera cerambycidae and asian longhorned beetle alb a. glabripennis motschulsky coleoptera cerambycidae previously issued on 16 january 2009 and notified to the wto as g sps n usa 1901. this revision adds three new a. glabripennis host genera of plants for planting cercidiphyllum spp. koelreuteria spp. and sorbus spp. identified as hosts by our domestic eradication program and 11 new a. chinensis host genera of plants for planting catalpa spp. chaenomeles spp. cornus spp. cydonia spp. liquidambar spp. parrotia spp. polygonum spp. rhdodendron spp. sageretia spp. toona spp. and viburnum spp. identified by the national plant protection organization of the netherlands and recent scientific journal articles. this fo also changes the requirements for importation of plants for planting from the european union eu member states because the status and distribution of a. chinensis and a. glabripennis in those countries is not sufficiently known. this revision of the fo also adds decorative branches to the list of regulated articles. the purpose and goal of this federal order is to prevent the introduction and or dissemination of two harmful plant pests citrus longhorned beetle clb anoplophora chinensis forster and asian longhorned beetle alb a. glabripennis from foreign countries into the united states. this federal order is effective on 11 may 2011
concurrence with oie risk designations for bovine spongiform encephalopathy docket aphis-2015-0055 the animal and plant health inspection service aphis is advising the public of its preliminary concurrence with the world organization for animal healths oie bovine spongiform encephalopathy bse risk designations for 16 regions. the oie recognizes these regions as being of negligible risk for bse. aphis is taking this action based on its review of information supporting the oies risk designations for these regions. the list of those regions classified by aphis as having either negligible risk or controlled risk can be accessed on the aphis web site at www.aphis.usda.gov importexport animals animaldiseasestatus.shtml. the list can also be obtained by writing to aphis at national import export services 4700 river road unit 38 riverdale md 20737. in accordance with this process aphis is giving notice in this document that it intends to concur with the oie risk classifications of the following countries bulgaria cyprus czech republic estonia france hungary india republic of korea latvia liechtenstein luxembourg malta portugal romania slovakia and switzerland
united states hazardous materials transportation of lithium batteries id 262 regulations on the design and packaging of lithium batteries to withstand normal transportation conditions. amendment of requirements in the hazardous materials regulations hmr on the transportation of lithium cells and batteries including lithium cells and batteries packed with or contained in equipment. the proposed changes are intended to enhance safety by ensuring that all lithium batteries are designed to withstand normal transportation conditions. this would include provisions to ensure all lithium batteries are packaged to reduce the possibility of damage that could lead to a catastrophic incident and minimize the consequences of an incident. in addition lithium batteries would be accompanied by hazard communication that ensures appropriate and careful handling by air carrier personnel including the flight crew and informs both transport workers and emergency response personnel of actions to be taken in an emergency
united states federal motor vehicle safety standards tyre pressure monitoring system id 80 installation of tyre pressure monitoring systems labelling performance requirements
united states conditions and criteria for recognition of accreditation bodies laboratories for the energy star program id 268 modifications to conformity assessment procedures
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eligibility of the republic of korea to export poultry products to the united states the food safety and inspection service fsis is proposing to add the republic of korea korea to the list of countries eligible to export poultry products to the united states. reviews by fsis of koreas laws regulations and inspection implementation show that its poultry inspection system requirements are equivalent to the poultry products inspection act ppia and its implementing regulations. under this proposal slaughtered poultry or parts or other products thereof processed in certified korean establishments would be eligible for export to the united states. all such products would be subject to re-inspection at united states ports-of-entry by fsis inspectors.
proposed rule importation of two hybrids of unshu orange from the republic of korea into the continental united states docket no. aphis-2013-0085 the animal and plant health inspection service aphis is proposing to amend the regulations concerning the importation of citrus fruit to allow the importation of commercial consignments of two unshu orange hybrids from the republic of korea into the continental united states. these hybrids would be eligible for importation into the continental united states subject to the existing conditions for the importation of unshu oranges from the republic of korea. we would also make one minor change to the existing regulations by adding an explicit statement that only commercial consignments of unshu oranges would be eligible for importation into the continental united states. the proposed changes would remove the prohibition on the importation of unshu orange hybrids that can safely enter the united states provided that certain conditions are met and would codify an existing requirement. federal register volume 79 no. 145 tuesday 29 july 2014 43972-43974
united states - amendments to sterility test requirements for biological products id 324 the food and drug administration fda proposes to amend the sterility test requirements for biological products. this proposed rule is intended to provide manufacturers of biological products greater flexibility and to encourage use of the most appropriate and state-of-the-art test methods for assuring the safety of biological products. we are taking this action as part of our continuing effort to review and as necessary update the biologics regulations
united states - energystar 6.0 draft 2 program requirements for displays-draft partner commitments id 323 the energy star partnershi agreement pertains to the manufacture and labeling of energy star qualified products. the energy star partner must comply with current energy star eligibility criteria which define performance requirements and test procedures for displays
united states legislation on indelible marking of imitation jewellery id 43 indelible marking
proposed rule importation of plants orchids in growing media from the republic of korea the animal and plant health inspection service aphis is proposing to amend the regulations governing the importation of plants for planting to add orchid plants of the genera phalaenopsis and cymbidium from the republic of korea to the list of plants that may be imported into the continental united states in an approved growing medium subject to specified growing inspection and certification requirements. we are taking this action in response to a request from the republic of korea and after determining that the plants could be imported under certain conditions without resulting in the introduction into or the dissemination within the united states of a plant pest or noxious weed. federal register vol. 81 no. 156 friday 12 august 2016 pgs. 53334-53336
proposed rule tomatoes with stems from the republic of korea into the united states docket no. aphis-2010-0020 the animal and plant health inspection service is proposing to amend the fruits and vegetables regulations to allow under certain conditions the importation into the united states of commercial consignments of tomatoes with stems from the republic of korea. the conditions for the importation of tomatoes with stems from the republic of korea include requirements for pest exclusion at the production site fruit fly trapping inside and outside the production site and pest-excluding packinghouse procedures. the tomatoes would also be required to be accompanied by a phytosanitary certificate issued by the national plant protection organization of the republic of korea with an additional declaration confirming that the tomatoes had been produced in accordance with the proposed requirements. this action would allow the importation of tomatoes with stems from the republic of korea while continuing to provide protection against the introduction of injurious plant pests into the united states
proposed rule importation of peppers from the republic of korea mesh screening size docket no. aphis-2016-0094 aphis isproposing to amend the regulations that allow the importation of peppers from the republic of korea to increase the mesh size of the screening over vent openings from 0.6 mm to 1.6 mm and to require the use of colored sticky traps as an additional measure for pest monitoring. we have determined that when used alongside other mitigations in the regulations there is no additional pest risk related to the change in mesh size. this action would modify the conditions under which peppers from the republic of korea may be imported into the continental united states while continuing to protect against the introduction of quarantine pests. federal register vol. 83 no. 77 friday 20 april2018 pages 17501-17503
proposed rule importation of fresh apple and pear fruit into the continental united states from certain countries in the european union docket no. aphis-2015-0073 the animal and plant health inspection service aphis is proposing to amend the regulations to allow the importation of fresh apple and pear fruit from certain countries in the european union into the continental united states provided that the fruit is produced in accordance with a systems approach as an alternative to importation under the current preclearance program. the proposed systems approach for fresh apple and pear fruit consists of production site and packinghouse registration inspection of registered production sites twice a season production site pest control and sanitation post-harvest safeguards fruit culling traceback sampling cold treatment against mediterranean fruit fly in countries where the pest is known to occur a phytosanitary certificate port of entry inspection and importation as commercial consignments only. fresh apple and pear fruit that does not meet the requirements in the systems approach would continue to be allowed to be imported into the united states subject to the conditions of the preclearance program. this action would provide an alternative for the importation of fresh apple and pear fruit from certain countries in the european union while continuing to provide protection against the introduction of plant pests into the continental united states. federal register vol. 81 no.12 wednesday 20 january 2016 pgs. 3033-3038
concurrence with oie risk designations for bovine spongiform encephalopathy docket aphis-2016-0092 the animal and plant health inspection service aphis isadvising the public of itsdecision to concur with the world organization for animal healths oie bovine spongiform encephalopathy bse risk designations for seven regions. the oie recognizes these regions as being of negligible risk for bse. aphis is taking this action based on its review of information supporting the oies risk designations for these regions.federal register vol. 82 no. 151 tuesday 8 august2017 pg. 37041-37042
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proposed rule importation of avocados from continental spain the animal and plant health inspection service aphis is proposing to amend the fruits and vegetables regulations to allow the importation of avocados from continental spain excluding the balaeric islands and canary islands into the united states. as a condition of entry avocados from spain would have to be produced in accordance with a systems approach that would include requirements for importation in commercial consignments registration and monitoring of places of production and packinghouses grove sanitation and inspection for quarantine pests by the national plant protection organization of spain. consignments of avocados other than the hass variety would also have to be treated for the mediterranean fruit fly either prior to moving to the united states or upon arrival prior to release. consignments would also be required to be accompanied by a phytosanitary certificate with an additional declaration stating that the avocados were grown and inspected and found to be free of pests in accordance with the proposed requirements. this action would allow for the importation of avocados from spain into the united states while continuing to provide protection against the introduction of quarantine pests. federal register volume 78 number 20 wednesday 30 january 2013 pages 6222-6227
proposed rule importation of fresh apricots from continental spain the animal and plant health inspection service aphis of the us department of agriculture is proposing to amend the fruits and vegetables regulations to allow the importation into the united states of fresh apricots from continental spain. as a condition of entry fresh apricots from continental spain would have to be produced in accordance with a systems approach that would include registration of production locations and packinghouses pest monitoring sanitary practices chemical and biological controls and phytosanitary treatment. the fruit would also have to be imported in commercial consignments with each consignment identified throughout its movement from place of production to port of entry in the united states. consignments would have to be accompanied by a phytosanitary certificate issued by the national plant protection organization of spain certifying that the fruit is free from all quarantine pests and has been produced in accordance with the systems approach. this proposed rule would allow for the importation of fresh apricots from continental spain into the united states while continuing to provide protection against the introduction of quarantine pests. federal register volume 78 number 20 wednesday 30 january 2013 pages 6227-6232
federal quarantine order for non-commercial shipments of rice from countries with khapra beetle the animal and plant health inspection service aphis is issuing a federal order pursuant to the regulatory authority provided by the plant protection act of 20 june 2000 as amended section 412 a 7 u.s.c. 7712 a to prevent the entry or introduction into the united states of the exotic quarantine pest khapra beetle trogoderma granarium everts . to prevent the introduction of this harmful plant pest into the united states aphis has determined that non-commercial quantities of rice from countries where khapra beetle is known to occur will be prohibited from entering the united states
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federal quarantine order for non-commercial shipments of rice from countries with khapra beetle the animal and plant health inspection service aphis is issuing a federal order pursuant to the regulatory authority provided by the plant protection act of 20 june 2000 as amended section 412 a 7 u.s.c. 7712 a to prevent the entry or introduction into the united states of the exotic quarantine pest khapra beetle trogoderma granarium everts . to prevent the introduction of this harmful plant pest into the united states aphis has determined that non-commercial quantities of rice from countries where khapra beetle is known to occur will be prohibited from entering the united states
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notice of availability of a commodity import evaluation document cied for the importation of garlic from european union and other countries into continental united states docket no. aphis-2011-0015 the animal and plant health inspection service is advising the public that we have prepared a commodity import evaluation document cied that evaluates the phytosanitary measures under which garlic may be imported into the continental united states from the european union and several other countries. currently garlic may be imported from these countries into the united states only if it is treated for certain pests. based on the cied we believe that the application of one or more designated phytosanitary measures other than treatment will be sufficient to mitigate the risks of introducing or disseminating plant pests or noxious weeds via the importation of garlic from these countries into the continental united states. we are making the cied available to the public for review and comment
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concurrence with oie risk designations for bovine spongiform encephalopathy docket aphis-2015-0055 the animal and plant health inspection service aphis is advising the public of its preliminary concurrence with the world organization for animal healths oie bovine spongiform encephalopathy bse risk designations for 16 regions. the oie recognizes these regions as being of negligible risk for bse. aphis is taking this action based on its review of information supporting the oies risk designations for these regions. the list of those regions classified by aphis as having either negligible risk or controlled risk can be accessed on the aphis web site at www.aphis.usda.gov importexport animals animaldiseasestatus.shtml. the list can also be obtained by writing to aphis at national import export services 4700 river road unit 38 riverdale md 20737. in accordance with this process aphis is giving notice in this document that it intends to concur with the oie risk classifications of the following countries bulgaria cyprus czech republic estonia france hungary india republic of korea latvia liechtenstein luxembourg malta portugal romania slovakia and switzerland
proposed rule importation of live swine swine semen pork and pork products from liechtenstein and switzerland docket no. aphis-2009-0093 the animal and plant health inspection service is proposing to amend the regulations governing the importation of animals and animal products to add liechtenstein and switzerland to the region of europe that we recognize as low risk for classical swine fever csf . we are also proposing to add liechtenstein to the list of regions we consider free from swine vesicular disease svd and to the list of regions considered free from foot-and-mouth disease fmd and rinderpest. these proposed actions would relieve some restrictions on the importation into the united states of certain animals and animal products from those regions while continuing to protect against the introduction of csf svd fmd and rinderpest into the united states
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import restrictions on meat and meat products switzerland reported that following the outbreak of bse in switzerland the united states had banned imports of meat and meat products from switzerland g sps gen 321 . the ban applied also to meat products processed in switzerland with meat imported from countries free of bse such as argentina or brazil. switzerland had a low incidence of bse in terms of the oie international animal health code and the us measure did not follow the international standards. moreover the us double inspection procedure was in violation of the sps agreement. bilateral consultations had clarified some of the questions raised by switzerland and would hopefully soon lead to a resumption of trade in meat and meat products. the european communities requested to be informed of the outcome of the discussions between switzerland and the united states. the united states noted that there was a further complication pertaining to the fmd status of certain countries providing meat to switzerland for processing and subsequent export to the united states. in novemebr 2017 the secretariat informed that in september 2017 it had contacted all members who had raised specific trade concerns stcs that had not been discussed in the previous year to request an update on their status. in furtherance of this request information was received from switzerland on the resolution of this stc. the secretariat indicated that the information received had been circulated in document rd sps 28 of 31 october 2017 and that the sps ims would be updated on this basis using the date of the november 2017 sps committee meeting as the date of resolution of the relevant stcs
import restrictions on meat and meat products switzerland reported that following the outbreak of bse in switzerland the united states had banned imports of meat and meat products from switzerland g sps gen 321 . the ban applied also to meat products processed in switzerland with meat imported from countries free of bse such as argentina or brazil. switzerland had a low incidence of bse in terms of the oie international animal health code and the us measure did not follow the international standards. moreover the us double inspection procedure was in violation of the sps agreement. bilateral consultations had clarified some of the questions raised by switzerland and would hopefully soon lead to a resumption of trade in meat and meat products. the european communities requested to be informed of the outcome of the discussions between switzerland and the united states. the united states noted that there was a further complication pertaining to the fmd status of certain countries providing meat to switzerland for processing and subsequent export to the united states. in novemebr 2017 the secretariat informed that in september 2017 it had contacted all members who had raised specific trade concerns stcs that had not been discussed in the previous year to request an update on their status. in furtherance of this request information was received from switzerland on the resolution of this stc. the secretariat indicated that the information received had been circulated in document rd sps 28 of 31 october 2017 and that the sps ims would be updated on this basis using the date of the november 2017 sps committee meeting as the date of resolution of the relevant stcs
federal order fo for the importation of host material of anoplophora chinensis forster the citrus longhorned beetle clb and anoplophora glabripennis the asian longhorned beetle alb dated 1 april 2011 the animal and plant health inspection service aphis of the us department of agriculture is issuing a federal order fo pursuant to the regulatory authority provided by the plant protection act of 20 june 2000 as amended section 412 a 7 u.s.c. 7712 a to revise and replace the federal order issued for two harmful plant pests citrus longhorned beetle clb anoplophora chinensis forster coleoptera cerambycidae and asian longhorned beetle alb a. glabripennis motschulsky coleoptera cerambycidae previously issued on 16 january 2009 and notified to the wto as g sps n usa 1901. this revision adds three new a. glabripennis host genera of plants for planting cercidiphyllum spp. koelreuteria spp. and sorbus spp. identified as hosts by our domestic eradication program and 11 new a. chinensis host genera of plants for planting catalpa spp. chaenomeles spp. cornus spp. cydonia spp. liquidambar spp. parrotia spp. polygonum spp. rhdodendron spp. sageretia spp. toona spp. and viburnum spp. identified by the national plant protection organization of the netherlands and recent scientific journal articles. this fo also changes the requirements for importation of plants for planting from the european union eu member states because the status and distribution of a. chinensis and a. glabripennis in those countries is not sufficiently known. this revision of the fo also adds decorative branches to the list of regulated articles. the purpose and goal of this federal order is to prevent the introduction and or dissemination of two harmful plant pests citrus longhorned beetle clb anoplophora chinensis forster and asian longhorned beetle alb a. glabripennis from foreign countries into the united states. this federal order is effective on 11 may 2011
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decision to authorize the importation of fresh guava into the continental united statesdocket no. aphis20180073 aphis is advising the public of its decision to authorize the importation of fresh guava fruit from chinese taipei into the continental united states. based on the findings of the pest risk analysis which aphis made available to the public to review and comment through a previous notice aphis has concluded that the application of one or more designated phytosanitary measures will be sufficient to mitigate the risks of introducing or disseminating plant pests or noxious weeds via the importation of fresh guava fruit from chinese taipei. federal register vol. 84 no. 201 thursday 17 october 2019 pp. 55544-55546
proposed rule importation of orchids in growing media from taiwan docket no. aphis-2014-0041 the animal and plant health inspection service is proposing to amend the regulations governing the importation of plants and plant products to add orchid plants of the genus oncidium from chinese taipei to the list of plants that may be imported into the united states in an approved growing medium subject to specified growing inspection and certification requirements. we are taking this action in response to a request from the chinese taipei government and after determining that the plants could be imported under certain conditions without resulting in the introduction into or the dissemination within the united states of a plant pest or noxious weed. federal register vol. 79 no. 232 wednesday 3 december 2014 pages 71703-71705
proposed rule imports orchids in growing media docket number aphis-2016-0005 the animal and plant health inspection service aphis is proposing to amend the regulations governing the importation of plants for planting to add orchid plants of the genus dendrobium from chinese taipei to the list of plants that may be imported into the united states in an approved growing medium subject to specified growing inspection and certification requirements. we are taking this action in response to a request from the government of chinese taipei and after determining that the plants could be imported under certain conditions without resulting in the introduction into or the dissemination within the united states of a plant pest or noxious weed. federal register vol. 81 thursday 27 october 2016 pages 74720-74722
notice of availability of a commodity import evaluation document cied for the importation of garlic from european union and other countries into continental united states docket no. aphis-2011-0015 the animal and plant health inspection service is advising the public that we have prepared a commodity import evaluation document cied that evaluates the phytosanitary measures under which garlic may be imported into the continental united states from the european union and several other countries. currently garlic may be imported from these countries into the united states only if it is treated for certain pests. based on the cied we believe that the application of one or more designated phytosanitary measures other than treatment will be sufficient to mitigate the risks of introducing or disseminating plant pests or noxious weeds via the importation of garlic from these countries into the continental united states. we are making the cied available to the public for review and comment
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proposed rule importation of pummelo from thailand into the continental united states docket no. aphis20160034 aphis is proposing to amend the regulations to allow the importation of fresh pummelo fruit from thailand into the continental united states. as a condition of entry fresh pummelo fruit from thailand would be subject to a systems approach that would include irradiation treatment packinghouse processing requirements and port of entry inspection. the fruit would also be required to be imported in commercial consignments and be accompanied by a phytosanitary certificate issued by the national plant protection organization of thailand. this action would allow for the importation of fresh pummelo fruit from thailand while continuing to provide protection against the introduction of plant pests into the continental united states. federal register vol. 1 no. 61 thursday 29 march2018 pp. 13433-13436
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eligibility of thailand to export siluriformes fish and fish products to the united states the food safety and inspection service fsis is proposing to amend the siluriformes fish inspection regulations to list thailand as a country eligible to export siluriformes fish and fish products to the united states. fsis is proposing this action because the agency has reviewed thailands laws regulations and inspection system as implemented and has determined that thailands siluriformes fish inspection system is equivalent to the system that the united states has established under the federal meat inspection act fmia and its implementing regulations.under this proposal only raw siluriformes fish and fish products produced in certified thailand establishments would be eligible for export to the united states. all such products would continue to be subject to re-inspection at us points-of-entry by fsis inspectors
notice of availability of pest risk analysis for the importation of dragon fruit from thailand into the continental united states docket no. aphis-2011-0047 the animal and plant health inspection service aphis is advising the public that we have prepared a pest risk analysis that evaluates the risks associated with the importation into the continental united states of dragon fruit from thailand. based on this analysis we believe that the application of one or more designated phytosanitary measures will be sufficient to mitigate the risks of introducing or disseminating plant pests or noxious weeds via the importation of dragon fruit from thailand. we are making the pest risk analysis available to the public for review and comment. federal register 30 june 2011 volume 76 number 126 notice page 38349
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federal quarantine order for non-commercial shipments of rice from countries with khapra beetle the animal and plant health inspection service aphis is issuing a federal order pursuant to the regulatory authority provided by the plant protection act of 20 june 2000 as amended section 412 a 7 u.s.c. 7712 a to prevent the entry or introduction into the united states of the exotic quarantine pest khapra beetle trogoderma granarium everts . to prevent the introduction of this harmful plant pest into the united states aphis has determined that non-commercial quantities of rice from countries where khapra beetle is known to occur will be prohibited from entering the united states
federal quarantine order for non-commercial shipments of rice from countries with khapra beetle the animal and plant health inspection service aphis is issuing a federal order pursuant to the regulatory authority provided by the plant protection act of 20 june 2000 as amended section 412 a 7 u.s.c. 7712 a to prevent the entry or introduction into the united states of the exotic quarantine pest khapra beetle trogoderma granarium everts . to prevent the introduction of this harmful plant pest into the united states aphis has determined that non-commercial quantities of rice from countries where khapra beetle is known to occur will be prohibited from entering the united states
notice of availability of a commodity import evaluation document cied for the importation of garlic from european union and other countries into continental united states docket no. aphis-2011-0015 the animal and plant health inspection service is advising the public that we have prepared a commodity import evaluation document cied that evaluates the phytosanitary measures under which garlic may be imported into the continental united states from the european union and several other countries. currently garlic may be imported from these countries into the united states only if it is treated for certain pests. based on the cied we believe that the application of one or more designated phytosanitary measures other than treatment will be sufficient to mitigate the risks of introducing or disseminating plant pests or noxious weeds via the importation of garlic from these countries into the continental united states. we are making the cied available to the public for review and comment
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importations of fruits and vegetables into the continental united states fresh pomegranate fruit from turkey docket aphis-2013-0091 the us animal and plant health inspection service isproposing to amend the fruits and vegetables regulations to allow the importation of commercial consignments into the continental united states of fresh pomegranate fruit from turkey. as a condition of entry fresh pomegranate fruit from turkey would have to be produced in accordance with a systems approach that would include grove registration sanitation and pest control measures packinghouse registration and procedures designed to exclude quarantine pests cold treatment and procedures for packing storing and shipping the pomegranate fruit. in addition consignments would have to be accompanied by a phytosanitary certificate issued by the national plant protection organization of turkey. this proposed rule would allow for the importation of fresh pomegranates from turkey into the continental united states while continuing to provide protection against the introduction of plant pests.federal register vol. 82 no. 118 wednesday 21 june2017 pages 28257-28262
notice addition of uganda to the list of regions affected by highly pathogenic avian influenza docket no. aphis20170063 the animal and plant health inspection service is advising the public that it is adding uganda to the list of regions that the animal and plant health inspection service considers to be affected by highly pathogenic avian influenza hpai . this action follows aphisimposition of hpai-related restrictions on avian commodities originating from or transiting uganda as a result of the confirmation of hpai in uganda.federal register vol. 82 no. 182 thursday 21 september2017 page 44151
notice of availability of a commodity import evaluation document cied for the importation of garlic from european union and other countries into continental united states docket no. aphis-2011-0015 the animal and plant health inspection service is advising the public that we have prepared a commodity import evaluation document cied that evaluates the phytosanitary measures under which garlic may be imported into the continental united states from the european union and several other countries. currently garlic may be imported from these countries into the united states only if it is treated for certain pests. based on the cied we believe that the application of one or more designated phytosanitary measures other than treatment will be sufficient to mitigate the risks of introducing or disseminating plant pests or noxious weeds via the importation of garlic from these countries into the continental united states. we are making the cied available to the public for review and comment
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federal quarantine order for non-commercial shipments of rice from countries with khapra beetle the animal and plant health inspection service aphis is issuing a federal order pursuant to the regulatory authority provided by the plant protection act of 20 june 2000 as amended section 412 a 7 u.s.c. 7712 a to prevent the entry or introduction into the united states of the exotic quarantine pest khapra beetle trogoderma granarium everts . to prevent the introduction of this harmful plant pest into the united states aphis has determined that non-commercial quantities of rice from countries where khapra beetle is known to occur will be prohibited from entering the united states
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notice recognition of freedom from citrus longhorned beetles and asian longhorned beetle in certain european union countries docket no. aphis-2018-0074 aphis is notifying the public that it proposes to update the u.s. department of agriculture plants for planting manual by recognizing 22 european union member states as being free from citrus longhorned beetle clb and asian longhorned beetle alb and removing them from the list of countries where clb and alb are present. aphis would also change the entry conditions in the manual for imports of certain host plant taxa of clb and alb from four of these countries belgium denmark the netherlands and the united kingdom because they have previously approved genera exempted from the category of plants not authorized pending pest risk analysis. these changes would relieve certain restrictions on host plants of clb and alb from belgium denmark the netherlands and the united kingdom while continuing to mitigate the risk of introducing quarantine pests into the united states. federal register vol. 84 no. 137 wednesday 17 july 2019 p 34116-34117
notice concurrence with oie risk designations for bovine spongiform encephalopathydocket no. aphis20180012 the animal and plant health inspection service aphis isadvising the public of its decision to concur with the world organization for animal healths oie bovine spongiform encephalopathy bse risk designations for four regions croatia poland northern ireland and scotland. the oie recognizes these regions as being of negligible risk for bse. aphis istaking this action based on its review of information supporting the oies risk designations for these regions. federal register vol. 83 no. 170 friday 31 august2018 pg. 44562
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proposed rule importation of bone-in ovine meat from uruguay docket no. aphisfrdoc0001 aphis is proposing to amend the regulations governing the importation of certain animals meat and other animal products by allowing under certain conditions the importation of bone-in ovine meat from uruguay. based on the evidence in a risk assessment that we have prepared we believe that bone-in ovine meat can safely be imported from uruguay provided certain conditions are met. this proposal would provide for the importation of bone-in ovine meat from uruguay into the united states while continuing to protect the united states against the introduction of foot-and-mouth disease. federal register vol. 81 no. 127 friday 1 july 2016 pgs. 43115-43120
proposed rule importation of ovine meat from uruguay docket no. aphis-2008-0085 the animal and plant health inspection service is proposing to amend the regulations governing the importation of certain animals meat and other animal products to allow under certain conditions the importation of fresh chilled or frozen ovine meat from uruguay. based on the evidence in a risk assessment that we have prepared we believe that fresh chilled or frozen ovine meat can safely be imported from uruguay provided certain conditions are met. these actions would provide for the importation of ovine meat from uruguay into the united states while continuing to protect the united states against the introduction of foot-and-mouth disease
importation of fresh citrus fruit from uruguay including citrus hybrids and fortunella spp. into the continental united states the animal and plant health inspection service aphis of the us department of agriculture is proposing to amend the fruits and vegetables regulations to allow the importation of several varieties of fresh citrus fruit as well as citrus hybrids and the citrus-related genus fortunella from uruguay into the continental united states. as a condition of entry the fruit would have to be produced in accordance with a systems approach that would include requirements for importation in commercial consignments pest monitoring and pest control practices orchard sanitation and packinghouse procedures designed to exclude the quarantine pests and treatment. the fruit would also be required to be accompanied by a phytosanitary certificate issued by the national plant protection organization of uruguay with an additional declaration confirming that the fruit is free from all quarantine pests and has been produced in accordance with the systems approach. this action would allow for the importation of fresh citrus fruit including citrus hybrids and the citrus-related genus fortunella from uruguay while continuing to provide protection against the introduction of plant pests into the united states. federal register volume 78 number 25 wednesday 6 february 2013 pages 8435-8441
notice of availability of a commodity import evaluation document cied for the importation of garlic from european union and other countries into continental united states docket no. aphis-2011-0015 the animal and plant health inspection service is advising the public that we have prepared a commodity import evaluation document cied that evaluates the phytosanitary measures under which garlic may be imported into the continental united states from the european union and several other countries. currently garlic may be imported from these countries into the united states only if it is treated for certain pests. based on the cied we believe that the application of one or more designated phytosanitary measures other than treatment will be sufficient to mitigate the risks of introducing or disseminating plant pests or noxious weeds via the importation of garlic from these countries into the continental united states. we are making the cied available to the public for review and comment
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federal order fo for the importation of host material of anoplophora chinensis forster the citrus longhorned beetle clb and anoplophora glabripennis the asian longhorned beetle alb dated 1 april 2011 the animal and plant health inspection service aphis of the us department of agriculture is issuing a federal order fo pursuant to the regulatory authority provided by the plant protection act of 20 june 2000 as amended section 412 a 7 u.s.c. 7712 a to revise and replace the federal order issued for two harmful plant pests citrus longhorned beetle clb anoplophora chinensis forster coleoptera cerambycidae and asian longhorned beetle alb a. glabripennis motschulsky coleoptera cerambycidae previously issued on 16 january 2009 and notified to the wto as g sps n usa 1901. this revision adds three new a. glabripennis host genera of plants for planting cercidiphyllum spp. koelreuteria spp. and sorbus spp. identified as hosts by our domestic eradication program and 11 new a. chinensis host genera of plants for planting catalpa spp. chaenomeles spp. cornus spp. cydonia spp. liquidambar spp. parrotia spp. polygonum spp. rhdodendron spp. sageretia spp. toona spp. and viburnum spp. identified by the national plant protection organization of the netherlands and recent scientific journal articles. this fo also changes the requirements for importation of plants for planting from the european union eu member states because the status and distribution of a. chinensis and a. glabripennis in those countries is not sufficiently known. this revision of the fo also adds decorative branches to the list of regulated articles. the purpose and goal of this federal order is to prevent the introduction and or dissemination of two harmful plant pests citrus longhorned beetle clb anoplophora chinensis forster and asian longhorned beetle alb a. glabripennis from foreign countries into the united states. this federal order is effective on 11 may 2011
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eligibility of the socialist republic of vietnam to export siluriformes fish and fish products to the united states the food safety and inspection service fsis is proposing to amend the siluriformes fish inspection regulations to list viet nam as a country eligible to export siluriformes fish and fish products to the united states. fsis is proposing this action because the agency has reviewed viet nams laws regulations and inspection system as implemented and has determined that viet nams siluriformes fish inspection system is equivalent to the system that the united states has established under the federal meat inspection act fmia and its implementing regulations. under this proposal only raw siluriformes fish and fish products produced in certified vietnamese establishments would be eligible for export to the united states. all such products would continue to be subject to re-inspection at us points-of-entry by fsis inspectors.
proposed rule importation of fresh mango fruit from vietnam into the continental united states docket aphis-2016-0026 the animal and health inspection service aphis is proposing to amend the regulations to allow the importation of fresh mango fruit from viet nam into the continental united states. as a condition of entry fresh mango fruit from viet nam would be subject to a systems approach that would include orchard requirements irradiation treatment and port of entry inspection. the fruit would also be required to be imported in commercial consignments and accompanied by a phytosanitary certificate issued by the national plant protection organization of viet nam with an additional declaration stating that the consignment was inspected and found free of macrophoma mangiferae and xanthomonas campestris pv. mangiferaeindicae. this action would allow for the importation of fresh mango fruit from viet nam while continuing to provide protection against the introduction of plant pests into the continental united states. federal register vol. 81 no. 150 thursday 4 august 2016 pgs. 51381-51383
proposed rule importation of litchi and longan fruit from vietnam into the continental united states docket no. aphis-2010-0116 the animal and plant health inspection service aphis is proposing to amend the fruits and vegetables regulations to allow the importation of litchi and longan fruit from vietnam into the continental united states. as a condition of entry litchi and longan fruit from vietnam would be subject to a systems approach that would include requirements for treatment and inspection and restrictions on the distribution of the fruit. this action would allow for the importation of litchi and longan fruit from vietnam into the united states while continuing to provide protection against the introduction of quarantine pests. federal register volume 76 number 206 tuesday 25 october 2011 pages 65985-65988
notice of availability pest risk analysis importation of fresh star apple fruit from vietnam into the continental united states docket aphis-2016-0032 the animal and plant health inspection service aphis is advising the public that we have prepared a pest risk analysis that evaluates the risks associated with importation of fresh star apple fruit from viet nam into the continental united states. based on the analysis we have determined that the application of one or more designated phytosanitary measures will be sufficient to mitigate the risks of introducing or disseminating plant pests or noxious weeds via the importation of fresh star apple fruit from viet nam. we are making the pest risk analysis available to the public for review and comment. federal register vol. 81 no. 138 tuesday 19 july 2016 pg. 46886
notice addition of zimbabwe to the list of regions affected by highly pathogenic avian influenza docket no. aphis20170060 the animal and plant health inspection service aphis is advising the public that we are adding zimbabwe to the list of regions that the animal and plant health inspection service considers to be affected by highly pathogenic avian influenza hpai . this action follows aphisimposition of hpai-related restrictions on avian commodities originating from or transiting zimbabwe as a result of the confirmation of hpai in zimbabwe.federal register vol. 82 no. 182 thursday 21 september 2017 pages 44156-44157
trade restrictions related to national systems for determining maximum residue levels mrls for pesticides in june 2007 argentina raised the concern that a number of members establish maximum residue levels mrls for pesticides at levels that are more restrictive to trade than the levels established by the codex. these lower mrls had a particularly negative impact on developing countries since they often concerned some of the older pesticides on the market. the prices for older pesticides were usually lower than for the newest products in particular for those products no longer under patent protection. argentina considered that these members were not taking into account their obligations under the sps agreement in particular under article 10.1. argentina was also concerned regarding the review and maintenance of codex mrls for older pesticides an issue they addressed under the agenda item on monitoring the use of international standards. many members shared argentinas concern and stressed that mrls which were not based on those established by codex should not be maintained without appropriate scientific justification as required by the sps agreement. several suggested that the committee should analyze the use of and deviations from international standards to ensure that sps measures did not present disguised barriers to trade for products from developing countries. the representative of the codex noted that the codex committee on pesticide residues had recently adopted new procedures to allow more rapid development of mrls. if the necessary data were available it should usually take no more than two years for codex to establish mrls for a pesticide in various products.
implementation of ispm 15 chile stated that members should take into consideration the zone of production of the wood and allow sufficient time for countries to adapt their treatment methods to meet the ispm 15 standard when adopting the measures. compliance with the standard required the private sector to make large scale investments a certification process to register the mark on packaging establishment of an accreditation system and the setting u of supervisory and audit systems. chiles concerns were detailed in document g sps gen 435. uruguay stated that it was the implementation of the standard that was the problem. argentina supported the comments make by chile and uruguay. mexico stated that problems could arise with implementing this standard and that discussions on this issue should continue in the context of the sps committee. paraguay and colombia supported the comments made by others. canada commented that the standard was not new as it had been adopted by the ippc in june 2002. canada had planned to implement the standard in june 2003 but delayed its implementation until january 2004 to give members sufficient time to adapt wood treatment processes. canada would provide a transition period and recommended that the issue be discussed under agenda item 7 a regarding the use of international standards. in march 2004 uruguay indicated it was providing national level certification of wood packaging which was used as support material for exported products. however uruguay needed more time to apply the different phases of the certification procedure. uruguay emphasized the need to recognize the valid use of alternative sanitation methods as described in section 3.3 of ispm 15 particularly in cases in which countries did not have the necessary infrastructure. argentina china and bolivia shared uruguays concern about ispm 15 particularly relating to the explicit implementation timelines.
implementation of ispm 15 chile stated that members should take into consideration the zone of production of the wood and allow sufficient time for countries to adapt their treatment methods to meet the ispm 15 standard when adopting the measures. compliance with the standard required the private sector to make large scale investments a certification process to register the mark on packaging establishment of an accreditation system and the setting u of supervisory and audit systems. chiles concerns were detailed in document g sps gen 435. uruguay stated that it was the implementation of the standard that was the problem. argentina supported the comments make by chile and uruguay. mexico stated that problems could arise with implementing this standard and that discussions on this issue should continue in the context of the sps committee. paraguay and colombia supported the comments made by others. canada commented that the standard was not new as it had been adopted by the ippc in june 2002. canada had planned to implement the standard in june 2003 but delayed its implementation until january 2004 to give members sufficient time to adapt wood treatment processes. canada would provide a transition period and recommended that the issue be discussed under agenda item 7 a regarding the use of international standards. in march 2004 uruguay indicated it was providing national level certification of wood packaging which was used as support material for exported products. however uruguay needed more time to apply the different phases of the certification procedure. uruguay emphasized the need to recognize the valid use of alternative sanitation methods as described in section 3.3 of ispm 15 particularly in cases in which countries did not have the necessary infrastructure. argentina china and bolivia shared uruguays concern about ispm 15 particularly relating to the explicit implementation timelines.
health certificate ratification by national embassies in april 2008 the european communities expressed appreciation to oman for respecting the transparency provisions and providing this notification. however the requirement being notified that health certificates required ratification by national embassies was not just a requirement imposed by oman or by the gulf cooperation council gcc countries. other members were imposing a similar requirement. health certificates issued by competent authorities should not need to be ratified by embassies as this lead to additional steps fees and undue delays. furthermore sometimes embassies refused to provide such ratification creating additional trade delays and problems. the european communities wanted to raise this issue before the problem became more widespread and suggested that administrative procedures should be simplified and respect wto provisions. saudi arabia noted that although it was a member of the gcc his comments were not being made on behalf of gcc members as a whole. it was noted that all possible efforts were being made to draft a manual that complied with the relevant international standards particularly those of codex. although the measure was to have entered into force in january 2008 this had not yet occurred. some concerns that had been identified should be resolved when the standard was revised. the draft was in arabic and many of the concerns were due to misinterpretations. an official english translation was underway and would be available along with the revision of the text. gcc countries were dependent on other countries for their food supply and would make every effort to ensure fair trade for both sides. saudi arabia would discuss these issues bilaterally. and would also bring the matter to the attention of the gcc secretariat.
health certificate ratification by national embassies in april 2008 the european communities expressed appreciation to oman for respecting the transparency provisions and providing this notification. however the requirement being notified that health certificates required ratification by national embassies was not just a requirement imposed by oman or by the gulf cooperation council gcc countries. other members were imposing a similar requirement. health certificates issued by competent authorities should not need to be ratified by embassies as this lead to additional steps fees and undue delays. furthermore sometimes embassies refused to provide such ratification creating additional trade delays and problems. the european communities wanted to raise this issue before the problem became more widespread and suggested that administrative procedures should be simplified and respect wto provisions. saudi arabia noted that although it was a member of the gcc his comments were not being made on behalf of gcc members as a whole. it was noted that all possible efforts were being made to draft a manual that complied with the relevant international standards particularly those of codex. although the measure was to have entered into force in january 2008 this had not yet occurred. some concerns that had been identified should be resolved when the standard was revised. the draft was in arabic and many of the concerns were due to misinterpretations. an official english translation was underway and would be available along with the revision of the text. gcc countries were dependent on other countries for their food supply and would make every effort to ensure fair trade for both sides. saudi arabia would discuss these issues bilaterally. and would also bring the matter to the attention of the gcc secretariat.
import restrictions due to dioxin contamination in germany in march 2011 the european union expressed concerns regarding import restrictions due to dioxin contamination in germany. in light of the fact that germany was managing the situation efficiently many countries had lifted their restrictions. however a number of members continued to impose import restrictions which affected animal products from the european union. the contamination was under control and the european union urged members to immediately lift their import restrictions. argentina responded that argentina was one of the countries that had imposed import restrictions in response to the dioxin contamination. argentina had notified the wto that it had set u a surveillance programme for certain products from germany and the netherlands g sps n arg 41 . however in light of the information provided by the european union argentina had since lifted these measures g sps n arg 41 add.1
trade restrictive measures due to the schmallenberg virus in july 2012 the european union stated that it had been fully transparent with stakeholders and third country partners since the detection of the schmallenberg virus sbv . recent evidence confirmed that sbv had a minor impact on livestock production and that the risk of infection to humans exposed to sbv was absent or extremely low. in may 2012 oies world assembly of delegates had concluded that the risk posed by commodities such as meat milk semen and embryos was negligible that the conditions to consider the infection as an emerging disease were no longer met and that the disease did not meet the criteria for listing by the oie. the european union requested all countries that had adopted restrictive measures on eu products to remove those restrictions. any wto member maintaining trade restrictions should be able to provide scientific justification for the measure and demonstrate that the measure was proportionate to the risk. these members should also be able to demonstrate that they were free from sbv and that similar measures were also applied against other viruses of the simbu serogroup both in their own territory and when dealing with other trading partners. the european union urged members to withdraw all restrictions imposed on its exports due to the occurrence of schmallenberg virus. more detailed information can be found in g sps gen 1161. switzerland indicated that it had also encountered restrictions on its exports of live animals and genetic material even though sbv had never been detected in the country. switzerland agreed that sbv should be treated in the same way as other viruses of the same group and that sbv-related trade restrictions on exports of ruminants and their products were unjustified. switzerland requested that such restrictions be withdrawn without delay.
general import restrictions due to african swine fever in march 2015 the european union appreciated those trading partners that had not taken any import measures due to the african swine fever asf outbreaks trusting the strict eu control system. at the same time the european union expressed concerns with the country-wide bans imposed by several other trading partners and stressed the importance and effectiveness of regionalization measures. the european union had demonstrated that it took all outbreaks of asf very seriously ensuring delivery of safe pork meat and products both to the eu market and to third countries. the robustness of the eu system including its surveillance and control measures had been detailed earlier in the meeting. the european union reminded members of their regionalization obligations under article 6 of the sps agreement and referred to document g sps gen 1159 where it had described how regionalization for animal diseases could be implemented successfully. the european union invited all wto members keeping disproportionately trade-restrictive measures to respect their regionalization obligations and to lift all country-wide bans
general import restrictions due to highly pathogenic avian influenza in march 2015 the european union also expressed concerns about members maintaining country-wide bans on eu poultry products. the european union remarked that the early detection control and eradication measures for avian influenza that were legally binding in eu member states had proved to be effective. the european union was disappointed that some members had put temporary bans in place that had never been lifted or justified while other members had not informed the european union about the steps or time required to recognize regionalization. the european union made reference to the committees guidelines to further the practical implementation of article 6 of the sps agreement g sps 48 and invited all members to allow trade of all safe products especially from non-affected zones. in october 2015 the european union reported that specific trade concern no. 385 general import restrictions due to highly pathogenic avian influenza could be considered resolved as a number of members had lifted their bans. the chairperson thanked the european union and encouraged members to continue informing the secretariat of any resolved specific trade concerns
import restrictions on beef and beef products due to blue tongue disease in october 2007 the european communities stated that certain wto members were imposing unjustified import restrictions that went beyond the recommendations of the international standard-setting organizations on the basis of the presence of blue tongue disease. the oie terrestrial animal health code contained clear recommendations regarding blue tongue disease. while wto members might review the import conditions for live ruminants or genetic material in light of the recent outbreaks in a limited number of ec member states there was no scientific basis for imposing additional import restrictions on beef and beef products. according to the oie these products did not pose a risk from a blue tongue perspective. the european communities was not aware of any scientific justification and urged members not to impose import restrictions
notification by members of implementation of ispm 15 the european communities stated that a number of members had informed the committee of their intentions to put in place wood packing requirements based on ispm 15. these wood packing requirements would also cover wooden barrels and casks containing distilled spirits or other alcoholic beverages. although ispm 15 was not clear on the coverage of products it provided guidance on products that might be excluded such as manufactured wood. the wooden barrels and casks typically used to contain distilled spirits and wine were subject to heat treatment at 100 degrees centigrade for 40 minutes exceeding ispm is guidelines of 56 centigrade for 30 minutes. it was apparent that the drafters of ispm 15 did not intend to cover wooden barrels used to contain alcoholic beverages such as spirits. some countries had clearly indicated in their domestic legislation that ispm 15 did not apply to wooden barrels containing spirits. the european communities noted that the ippc was organizing a global training worksho in 2005 to explain the application of ispm 15 but requested the ippc to clarify the matter as soon as possible in order to allow trade to continue.
phytosanitary issues in general the united states noted that the mere existence of a plant disease or pest in traded agricultural goods did not necessarily constitute a risk to the importing country if for scientific reasons the pest or disease could not establish itself in the area into which it was being imported. likewise if the disease or pest was already prevalent in the importing country import controls were unlikely to serve any significant health objective. the united states urged members to ensure compliance with the principle of national treatment as well as other key provisions
phytosanitary issues in general the united states noted that the mere existence of a plant disease or pest in traded agricultural goods did not necessarily constitute a risk to the importing country if for scientific reasons the pest or disease could not establish itself in the area into which it was being imported. likewise if the disease or pest was already prevalent in the importing country import controls were unlikely to serve any significant health objective. the united states urged members to ensure compliance with the principle of national treatment as well as other key provisions
notifications related to avian influenza the united states noted that although international standards existed with regard to avian influenza differences in the understanding and interpretation of these standards was resulting in unjustified trade barriers. the oie considered highly pathogenic avian influenza as a list a disease however low pathogenic strains were not considered to have any significant animal health or socio-economic consequences. however some members had restricted imports of poultry products from the united states due to a strain of low pathogenic avian influenza in two poultry flocks in the state of virginia. the united states requested that the oie national and regional offices take a pro-active role in advising their members on this matter. japan observed that there was a possibility of variation in the strains with a case of a low pathogenic strain causing an outbreak that later varied to a high pathogenic strain. japan had provided scientific evidence in this regard to the united states and believed that its measure was fully justified. the oie confirmed that the oie animal health code referred to highly pathogenic or virulent avian influenza most strains of avian influenza were of low pathogenicity and did not cause economic effects. however the oie manual of standards also made reference to low pathogenicity viruses in laboratory tests through mutation showing highly pathogenic effects in the field. the oie was working on a definition to include such viruses. the philippines noted that the oie manual also included some text related to low pathogenic strains as these strains could also cause clinical disease and problems.
implementation of ispm 15 chile stated that members should take into consideration the zone of production of the wood and allow sufficient time for countries to adapt their treatment methods to meet the ispm 15 standard when adopting the measures. compliance with the standard required the private sector to make large scale investments a certification process to register the mark on packaging establishment of an accreditation system and the setting u of supervisory and audit systems. chiles concerns were detailed in document g sps gen 435. uruguay stated that it was the implementation of the standard that was the problem. argentina supported the comments make by chile and uruguay. mexico stated that problems could arise with implementing this standard and that discussions on this issue should continue in the context of the sps committee. paraguay and colombia supported the comments made by others. canada commented that the standard was not new as it had been adopted by the ippc in june 2002. canada had planned to implement the standard in june 2003 but delayed its implementation until january 2004 to give members sufficient time to adapt wood treatment processes. canada would provide a transition period and recommended that the issue be discussed under agenda item 7 a regarding the use of international standards. in march 2004 uruguay indicated it was providing national level certification of wood packaging which was used as support material for exported products. however uruguay needed more time to apply the different phases of the certification procedure. uruguay emphasized the need to recognize the valid use of alternative sanitation methods as described in section 3.3 of ispm 15 particularly in cases in which countries did not have the necessary infrastructure. argentina china and bolivia shared uruguays concern about ispm 15 particularly relating to the explicit implementation timelines.
implementation of ispm 15 chile stated that members should take into consideration the zone of production of the wood and allow sufficient time for countries to adapt their treatment methods to meet the ispm 15 standard when adopting the measures. compliance with the standard required the private sector to make large scale investments a certification process to register the mark on packaging establishment of an accreditation system and the setting u of supervisory and audit systems. chiles concerns were detailed in document g sps gen 435. uruguay stated that it was the implementation of the standard that was the problem. argentina supported the comments make by chile and uruguay. mexico stated that problems could arise with implementing this standard and that discussions on this issue should continue in the context of the sps committee. paraguay and colombia supported the comments made by others. canada commented that the standard was not new as it had been adopted by the ippc in june 2002. canada had planned to implement the standard in june 2003 but delayed its implementation until january 2004 to give members sufficient time to adapt wood treatment processes. canada would provide a transition period and recommended that the issue be discussed under agenda item 7 a regarding the use of international standards. in march 2004 uruguay indicated it was providing national level certification of wood packaging which was used as support material for exported products. however uruguay needed more time to apply the different phases of the certification procedure. uruguay emphasized the need to recognize the valid use of alternative sanitation methods as described in section 3.3 of ispm 15 particularly in cases in which countries did not have the necessary infrastructure. argentina china and bolivia shared uruguays concern about ispm 15 particularly relating to the explicit implementation timelines.
proyecto de decreto requisitos zoosanitarios para la importacion temporal de equidos entre los estados partes del mercosur draftdecree animal health requirements for the temporary importation of equidae among mercosur states parties the notified draft decree establishes the animal health requirements for the temporary importation into uruguay of equidae from argentina brazil and paraguay and the corresponding certificate
import of acetic acid
import restriction on asbestos
import restriction on wine
import restriction on electronic devices for smoking
import restriction on vaccines rabbit disease
import restriction on medicines containing triazolam
restriction on the import of aerosol containers foams refrigerated cabinets solvents and sterilizers central air conditioning units containing prohibited ozone depleting substances
import restriction on leaded gasoline
import restriction on insecticides
import restriction on phytosanitary products
import restriction on potassium bromate
import restriction on medicines containing furazolidone nitrofurazone etc
import restriction on growth promoters for bovine species sheep pigs horses and poultry containing arsenic or antimony substances
import restriction on veterinary medicines containing substances with oestrogenic hormonal effect
import restriction on protein concentrates and bone meal from mammals
import restriction on chloramphenicol base and its salts
import restriction on hazardous waste
import restriction on used vehicles
import restriction on paints and varnishes
import restriction on persistent organic pollutants
import restriction on persistent organic pollutants
exemptions from import prohibition on diesel powered engines and kits
restriccion a la importacion de concentrados proteicos y harinas de huesos de mamiferos
restriccion a la importacion de vinos
restriccion a la importacion de naftas con plomo
restriccion a la importacion de desechos peligrosos
restriccion a la importacion de bromato de potasio
restriccion a la importacion de contaminantes organicos persistentes
restriccion a la importacion de contaminantes organicos persistentes
importacion de acido acetico
restriccion a la importacion de cloranfenicol base y sus sales
restriccion a la importacion de vacunas enfermedad del conejo
restriccion a la importacion de medicamentos que contengan furazolidona nitrofurazona etc
restriccion a la importacion de productos para crecimiento de las especies bovina ovina suina equina y aves con sustancias arsenicales y antimoniales
restriccion a la importacion de medicamentos veterinarios con sustancias de efecto hormonal estrogenico
restriccion a la importacion de medicamentos con triazolam
restriccion a la importacion de pinturas y barnices
restriccion a la importacion de insecticidas
restriccion a la importacion de aerosoles espumas vitrinas refrigeradas solventes y esterilizantes e instalaciones electricas de aire acondicionado que contengan sustancias agotadoras de la capa de ozono prohibidas
restriccion a la importacion de productos fitosanitarios
restriccion a la importacion de amianto o asbesto
exclusiones de prohibicion de importar motores de ciclo diesel y kits
restriccion a la importacion de dispositivos electronicos para fumadores
restriccion a la importacion de vehiculos usados
prohibicion del uso de ceniza de hueso para la elaboracion de alimentos para animales. resolucion de la direccion general de servicios agricolas no. 22 07 ban on the use of bone ash in animal feed. resolution no. 22 07 of the directorate-general of agricultural services the notified text bans and suspends the use of bone ash as an ingredient in animal feed products registered with the directorate-general of agricultural services at the ministry of livestock agriculture and fisheries
mercosur gmc res. n 34 18 derogacion de la resolucion gmc n 16 96 mercosur common market grou gmc resolution no. 34 18 repeal of gmc resolution no. 16 96 . the notified resolution repeals gmc resolution no. 16 96 regulations on the transit of animals through the territory of one of the states parties or between states parties in accordance with the epidemiological conditions in the areas and countries of origin and destination
proyecto de decreto del poder ejecutivo derogacion del decreto del poder ejecutivo n 248 de fecha 26 de junio del 1996 formulario para consulta sobre la importacion de animales semen embriones y huevos fertiles de aves del pais zona donde se registran enfermedades exoticas draft executive decree repeal of executive decree no. 248 of 26 june 1996 form for guidance on the importation of animals semen embryos and fertile birds eggs from countries regions where exotic diseases are reported the notified text repeals decree no. 248 of 26 june 1996 adopting the form for guidance on the importation of animals semen embryos and fertile birds eggs from countries regions where exotic diseases are reported
requisitos zoosanitarios para la importacion definitiva o para reproduccion de equidos entre los estados partes del mercosur animal health requirements for the definitive importation or reproduction of equidae among mercosur states parties 15 pages in spanish . the notified text establishes the animal health requirements for the definitive importation or reproduction of equidae and the corresponding veterinary certificate
requisitos zoosanitarios para la importacion definitiva o para reproduccion de equidos animal health requirements for the definitive importation or reproduction of equidae 14pages in spanish . the notified text establishes the animal health requirements for the definitive importation or reproduction of equidae and the corresponding veterinary certificate
requisitos zoosanitarios para la importacion de equidos para faena inmediata animal health requirements for the importation of equidae for immediate slaughter 10pages in spanish . the notified text establishes the animal health requirements for the importation of equidae for immediate slaughter and the corresponding veterinary certificate
proyecto de decreto requisitos zoosanitarios para la importacion temporal de equidos desde terceros paises draft decree animal health requirements for the temporary importation of equidae from third countries the notified draft decree establishes the animal health requirements for the temporary importation of equidae from third countries and the corresponding certificate
proyecto de decreto modificacion de los requisitos zoosanitarios para la importacion de equidos destinados a los estados partes del mercosur draft decree amending the animal health requirements for the importation of equidae into mercosur states parties the notified draft decree sets out the amendments regarding vaccination against strangles to article 22 of mercosur common market grou gmc resolutions nos.19 07 and 20 07 and to article 23 of mercosur common market grou gmc resolutions nos.21 07 and 22 07
mercosur gmc res. n08 18 mercosur common market grou gmc resolution no. 08 18 the notified text establishes the animal health requirements governing the definitive importation of equine animals and a model of the international veterinary certificate
mercosur gmc res. n 09 18 mercosur common market grou gmc resolution no. 09 18 the notified text establishes the animal health requirements of the states parties for the temporary importation of equine animals a model of the international veterinary certificate and a model of the additional certificate for the return of animals
mercosur gmc res. n 41 18 requisitos zoosanitarios de los estados parte para importacion de equidos para faena inmediata derogacion de la resolucion gmc n 43 07 mercosur common market grou gmc resolution no. 41 18 animal health requirements of the states parties for the importation of equine animals for immediate slaughter repeal of gmc resolution no. 43 07 the notified resolution establishes the phytosanitary requirements of the states parties for the importation of equine animals for immediate slaughter and a model of the international veterinary certificate
mercosur gmc res. n 33 18 derogacion de las resoluciones gmc n 56 93 06 96 46 96 y 20 97 mercosur common market grou gmc resolution no. 33 18 repeal of gmc resolutions no. 56 93 no. 06 96 no. 46 96 and no. 20 97 . the notified resolution repeals gmc resolution no. 56 93 rules and procedures for declaring a country or area free of transmissible diseases no.06 96 health standards for the transit of circus animals in mercosur no. 46 96 regulatory framework on animal genetics work related to bovine animals goats sheep equine animals and swine in mercosur and no. 20 97 sanitary provisions for the regionalization of swine fever in mercosur
sistema de identificacion y registro animal - ley 17.997 animal identification and registration system law no. 17.997 the notified law provides for the mandatory individual electronic identification and entry in the animal register registro animal of all bovine animals born in uruguayan territory. the entire national cattle herd has been subject to identification and registration since 1 july 2011. the ministry of livestock agriculture and fisheries is responsible for administration of the identification and registration system
mercosur gmc res. n 10 18 mercosur common market grou gmc resolution no. 10 18 the notified text establishes the animal health requirements of the states parties for the importation of bovine and bubaline animals for reproduction purposes and a model of the international veterinary certificate
mercosur gmc res. n 40 18 requisitos zoosanitarios de los estados parte para importacion de bovinos y bubalinos para faena inmediata derogacion de la resolucion gmc n 32 03 mercosur common market grou gmc resolution no. 40 18 animal health requirements of the states parties for the importation of bovine and bubaline animals for immediate slaughter repeal of gmc resolution no. 32 03 the notified resolution establishes the phytosanitary requirements of the states parties for the importation of bovine and bubaline animals for immediate slaughter
mercosur gmc res. n 39 18 requisitos zoosanitarios de los estados partes para la importacion de bovinos y bubalinos para engorde derogacion de la res. gmc n 31 03 mercosur common market grou gmc resolution no. 39 18 animal health requirements of states parties for the importation of bovine and bubaline animals for fattening repeal of gmc resolution no. 31 03 the notified resolution establishes the animal health requirements of the states parties for the importation of bovine and bubaline animals for fattening and a model of the international veterinary certificate
ministry of livestock agriculture and fisheries resolution of 4 july 2002 9 pages in spanish . this resolution adopts the risk assessment criteria established by the european commission scientific steering committee until such time as the office international des epizooties oie establishes a list classifying countries according to the risk of tses. it prohibits the importation of bovine animals and meat products and by-products of ruminants from countries classified in categories iii and iv. it authorises the importation of ovine and caprine animals from countries attesting to the absence of scrapie. it establishes certification requirements for the importation of milk and dairy products and bovine semen and embryos from countries classified in categories iii and iv as well as for the importation of ovine and caprine semen and embryos milk substitutes meat meal tallow that is not protein free gelatin collagen and animal feed
mercosur gmc res. no. 27 17. additional animal health requirements established by mercosur states parties for the importation of ruminants with regard to schmallenberg disease
sanitary and phytosanitary mammalian protein concentrates and bone meals for feeding ruminants and pets. bovine animals sheep genetic material products and by-products of both species
mercosur gmc res. n 13 14 requisitos zoosanitarios de los estados partes para la importacion de semen equino congelado derogacion de la res. gmc n 44 07 mercosur common market grou gmc resolution no. 13 14 animal health requirements of the states parties for the importation of frozen equine semen repeal of gmc resolution no. 44 07 the notified resolution establishes the animal health requirements of the states parties for the importation of frozen equine semen and a model of the international veterinary certificate
mercosur gmc res. n 56 14 requisitos zoosanitarios de los estados parte para la importacion de cerdos domesticos para reproduccion derogacion de la resolucion gmc n 19 97 mercosur common market grou gmc resolution no. 56 14 animal health requirements of the states parties for the importation of domestic swine for reproduction purposes repeal of gmc resolution no. 19 97 the notified resolution establishes the animal health requirements of the states parties for the importation of domestic swine for reproduction purposes and a model of the international veterinary certificate
mercosur gmc res. n 38 18 modificacion de los requisitos zoosanitarios de los estados partes para la importacion de cerdos domesticos para reproduccion modificacion de la res. gmc n 56 14 mercosur common market grou gmc resolution no. 38 18 amendment to the animal health requirements of the states parties for the importation of domestic swine for reproduction purposes amendment to gmc resolution no. 56 14 the notified resolution amends articles 12 and 14 of gmc resolution no. 56 14 animal health requirements of state parties for the importation of domestic swine for reproduction purposes