As we move further into the Spring season, it's a great time to stay proactive and informed on the latest regulatory developments. ICC is here with timely insights to help you stay prepared, aligned, and ahead of the curve as the compliance landscape continues to shift.
🔍 This Month's Spotlights:
2025 HazMat Industry Updates: First Quarter Key Insightshighlights major changes in hazmat regulations, including PHMSA’s increased penalties, USPS packaging updates, sodium-ion battery classifications, and evolving tank car rules. Stay prepared with insights from the latest Q1 webinar and ensure your team is ready for what's ahead.
Ethanol and Gasoline Mixtures outlines Transport Canada’s classification requirements for ethanol-gasoline blends, emphasizing the importance of accurate UN numbers and proper emergency response. Learn how concentration levels affect classification and why using the correct firefighting methods is vital for safety and compliance.
PHMSA Issues Notice of Enforcement to Assist International Harmonization outlines PHMSA’s policy allowing U.S. shippers to align with updated international regulations while 49 CFR catches up. This notice offers flexibility for imports, exports, and domestic transport, helping ease the regulatory disconnect across air, sea, and ground modes.
PHMSA Seeking Comments on Information Collection invites stakeholders to share feedback on key recordkeeping requirements related to hazardous materials transport. With three OMB control numbers under review, this open comment period supports transparency and improved regulatory practices. Comments are due by May 9, 2025.
Changes to State and Operator Variations highlights key additions and updates in the 66th edition of the IATA Dangerous Goods Regulations. With over 1,200 variations now in effect, staying informed is essential to avoid costly delays and ensure compliance in global air shipments.
Publication Update: IATA DGR Addendum Available
Ensure your IATA 2025 Dangerous Goods Regulations (66th Edition) is up to date. A new addendum has been released—download, print, and insert it into your physical manual, or rest easy knowing digital versions update automatically.
Here’s to a productive and compliant May as we progress through the season. Stay sharp, stay ready, and move ahead with confidence in the months to come.
Pat Williams
ICC Compliance Center
PS.Missed our Q1 regulatory updates webinar? Watch it now to catch up on key changes and insights.
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