The regulatory landscape for hazardous materials is set for significant changes in 2025. The Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) has announced two major updates that will impact shippers and carriers. These changes involve an updated hazardous materials list and increased registration fees, both of which are aimed at improving regulatory compliance and safety in the industry.
Updated Hazardous Materials List in January 2025: One of the first major changes coming in 2025 is a revision to the hazardous substances list and reportable quantities (RQs) in Appendix A of the Hazmat Table (§172.101). This update, which will take effect in January, is intended to align PHMSA regulations more closely with Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) guidelines, particularly the hazardous substance list in 40 CFR Part 302. Under these new rules, businesses that handle materials exceeding reportable quantities in a single package will have new compliance requirements. These changes will affect marking, labeling, and incident reporting standards, ensuring consistency across federal regulations. Companies transporting or handling hazardous materials must take early steps to understand the revised requirements to avoid potential compliance violations.
Increased Registration Fees for Shippers and Carriers: Another critical update will take effect in June 2025—an increase in registration fees for companies involved in the transportation of hazardous materials. Under the new fee structure, small businesses and non-profits will see an annual registration fee of $375. Larger companies and other registrants will face an annual fee of $3,000. The PHMSA has justified these increases by pointing to the need for enhanced regulatory oversight and improved safety measures. These fees contribute to maintaining and enforcing hazardous materials transportation regulations, ensuring that businesses that handle dangerous goods do so safely and in compliance with updated safety protocols.
What Businesses Need to Do to Prepare: With both regulations coming into effect next year, businesses involved in hazardous materials shipping and transport should begin preparations now. Steps to take include: - Reviewing the updated hazardous materials list and comparing it to current inventories. - Assessing compliance obligations for marking and labeling under the updated rule. - Budgeting for the increased registration fees to avoid potential compliance penalties. - Training employees on the latest incident reporting requirements.
Final Thoughts: These upcoming PHMSA regulations will bring notable changes to the hazardous materials industry in 2025. By understanding and preparing for the updates now, businesses can ensure continued regulatory compliance and avoid costly disruptions. Register for our Transportation of Dangerous Goods live course at https://www.zackacademy.com/class/hazardous-materials/transportation-of-dangerous-goods---compliance-with-iata-regulations-webinar to stay in compliance with the latest regulations.
https://blog.zackacademy.com/2025/04/us-department-of-labor-approves.html
Comments