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Packages of hazardous materials that are damaged, defective, or found leaking and hazardous materials that have spilled or leaked may be placed in a salvage drum for transport to be repackaged or for disposal.
Anyone using a salvage drum to repackage a hazardous material found to be spilled or leaking must adhere to the regulation requirements for salvage drums.
The salvage drum must be metal or plastic, have a removable head, and be compatible with the lading. The salvage drum must be shipped under the following conditions: