1.1* Scope. This code shall apply to the storage, handling, transportation, and use of liquefied petroleum gas (LP-Gas).
A.1.1 General Properties of LP-Gas. Liquefied petroleum gases (LP-Gases), as defined in this code (see 3.3.43), are gases at normal room temperature and atmospheric pressure. They liquefy under moderate pressure and readily vaporize upon release of the pressure. It is this property that allows the transportation and storage of LP-Gases in concentrated liquid form, although they normally are used in vapor form.
For additional information on other properties of LP-Gases, see Annex B.
Federal Regulations. Regulations of the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) are referenced throughout this code. Prior to April 1, 1967, these regulations were promulgated by the Interstate Commerce Commission (ICC). The Federal Hazardous Substances Act (15 U.S.C. 1261) requires cautionary labeling of refillable cylinders of liquefied petroleum gases distributed for consumer use. They are typically 40 lb (13 kg) and less and are used with outdoor cooking appliances, portable lamps, camp stoves, and heaters. The Federal Hazardous
Substances Act is administered by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission under regulations codified at 16 CFR 1500, “Commercial Practices,” Chapter 11, “Consumer Product Safety Commission.”

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