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DEPARTMENT OF THE NAVY

NAVAL ORDNANCE SAFETY AND SECURITY ACTIVITY

FARRAGUT HALL

3817 STRAUSS AVENUE, SUITE 108

INDIAN HEAD, MD 20640-5151

8020HC

Ser N85B-2207/1341 3 Dec 20

From: Commanding Officer, Naval Ordnance Safety and Security Activity To: Commanding Officer, Naval Surface Warfare Center, Indian Head Division (E24DM)

Subj: INTERIM HAZARD CLASSIFICATIONS FOR T-6 AIRCRAFT THIN LAYER

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Ref: (a) Email NSWC IHD E24DM Mr. D. Michalek/NOSSA N85B Mr. E. Walseman of 23 Nov 20

(b) DOT-SP 15448 (latest version)

(c) DOT-SP 15448 Authorization Letter (current)

(d) TB 700-2 (NAVSEAINST 8020.8C)

(e) NAVSEAINST 9310.1

(f) 49 CFR

1. As requested by reference (a), the following interim hazard classifications are assigned:

a. Nomenclature: T-6 Aircraft Thin Layer Explosive (TLX) Line, P/N 7009200-01, packaged one per bag, with up to 100 bags per fiberboard box, dunnage will separate the layers of bags within the box as well as bags from the top, bottom, and sides of the box. The end tips of each line will be capped with either plastic or aluminum end caps

(1) DOD Hazard Classification: 1.4S

(2) DOT Hazard Classification: 1.4S

(3) DOT Label: Explosive 1.4S

(4) UN Number: 0367

(5) Proper Shipping Name: FUZES, DETONATING

(6) Net Explosive Weight: 0.00073 lb (0.33 g)

b. Nomenclature: T-6 Aircraft Thin Layer Explosive (TLX) Line, P/N 7009200-02, will separate the layers of bags within the box as well as bags from the

(3) DOT Label: Explosive 1.4S

(4) UN Number: 0367

(6) Net Explosive Weight: 0.00075 lb (0.339 g)

Subj: INTERIM HAZARD CLASSIFICATIONS FOR T-6 AIRCRAFT THIN LAYER

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c. Nomenclature: T-6 Aircraft Thin Layer Explosive (TLX) Line, P/N 7009200-03, will separate the layers of bags within the box as well as bags from the

(3) DOT Label: Explosive 1.4S

(4) UN Number: 0367

(6) Net Explosive Weight: 0.00080 lb (0.365 g)

d. Nomenclature: T-6 Aircraft Thin Layer Explosive (TLX) Line, P/N 7009300-10, will separate the layers of bags within the box as well as bags from the

(3) DOT Label: Explosive 1.4S

(4) UN Number: 0367

(6) Net Explosive Weight: 0.00047 lb (0.213 g)

e. Nomenclature: T-6 Aircraft Thin Layer Explosive (TLX) Line, P/N 7009300-11, will separate the layers of bags within the box as well as bags from the

(3) DOT Label: Explosive 1.4S

(4) UN Number: 0367

(6) Net Explosive Weight: 0.00053 lb (0.241 g)

f. Nomenclature: T-6 Aircraft Thin Layer Explosive (TLX) Line, P/N 7009300-12, will separate the layers of bags within the box as well as bags from the

(3) DOT Label: Explosive 1.4S

(4) UN Number: 0367

(6) Net Explosive Weight: 0.0005 lb (0.227 g)

g. Nomenclature: T-6 Aircraft Thin Layer Explosive (TLX) Line, P/N 7009300-13, will separate the layers of bags within the box as well as bags from the

(3) DOT Label: Explosive 1.4S

(4) UN Number: 0367

(6) Net Explosive Weight: 0.00038 lb (0.174 g)

h. Nomenclature: T-6 Aircraft Thin Layer Explosive (TLX) Line, P/N 7009300-14, will separate the layers of bags within the box as well as bags from the

(3) DOT Label: Explosive 1.4S

(4) UN Number: 0367

(6) Net Explosive Weight: 0.00051 lb (0.23 g)

i. Nomenclature: T-6 Aircraft Thin Layer Explosive (TLX) Line, P/N 7009300-15, will separate the layers of bags within the box as well as bags from the

(3) DOT Label: Explosive 1.4S

(4) UN Number: 0367

(6) Net Explosive Weight: 0.00057 lb (0.26 g)

j. Nomenclature: T-6 Aircraft Thin Layer Explosive (TLX) Line, P/N 7009300-16, will separate the layers of bags within the box as well as bags from the

(3) DOT Label: Explosive 1.4S

(4) UN Number: 0367

(5) Proper Shipping Name: FUZES, DETONATING

(6) Net Explosive Weight: 0.00049 lb (0.222 g)

NOTE: Any combination of the above P/Ns from 1a through 1j can be packed in the same fiberboard box.

k. Nomenclature: T-6 Aircraft Thin Layer Explosive (TLX) Line Kit, NSN 1377-01-670- 1905, Universal Propulsion Company P/N 7009600-01, each TLX line shall be packaged one per bag, with ten lines making up this kit, and up to ten kits can be packaged in a fiberboard box. The end tips of each line will be capped with either plastic or aluminum end caps

(3) DOT Label: Explosive 1.4S

(4) UN Number: 0367

(6) Net Explosive Weight: 0.008 lb (3.65 g) max

2. These interim hazard classifications expire 31 December 2021. A copy of this letter and references (b) and (c) must accompany each shipment. These configurations have met the UN Test 6(d) criteria.

3. These classifications are assigned in accordance with reference (d) as authorized by reference (b). They are granted for the shipment of explosives and ammunition on behalf of the Department of Defense (DOD). They are not applicable for shipment of materials by private contractors for non-DOD contracts. Should final hazard classifications be needed for these or any other items, consult the requirements of reference (d). Any change to an item design or packaging requires a reexamination by the undersigned.

4. Items that contain lithium batteries and are intended for use, storage, or transportation on Navy facilities, submarines, ships, vessels, or aircraft must be reviewed in accordance with reference (e). For additional information regarding this issue, please contact:

Mrs. Julie Simmons Naval Surface Warfare Center, Carderock Division Email: julie.simmons@navy.mil DSN 287-1853 or commercial (301) 227-1853

5. Consult reference (b) for specific exemptions from the hazardous material requirements of reference (f). These classifications do not relieve the shipper from complying with any other requirements of reference (f), including, but not limited to, packaging, electromagnetic radiation, and electrostatic requirements. For information regarding these issues, please contact the following persons:

Packaging:

Mr. Michael Kelly Naval PHST Center, Naval Surface Warfare Center Indian Head Division Picatinny Detachment Email: michael.l.kelly@navy.mil DSN 880-3388 or commercial (973) 724-3388

Hazards of Electromagnetic Radiation to Ordnance (HERO):

Mr. Michael Miller Naval Surface Warfare Center, Dahlgren Division Email: DLGR_NSWC_RADHAZ.fct@navy.mil DSN 249-3460 or commercial (540) 653-3460

Electrostatic Discharge (ESD):

Mr. Spencer Johnson Naval Surface Warfare Center, Indian Head Division Email: IHDIVESD@navy.mil DSN 354-4100 or commercial (301) 744-4100

6. For further information or assistance regarding hazard classification, please contact Mr. Ed Walseman (N85B) on commercial (301) 744-6021, DSN 354-6021, or email:

ed.walseman@navy.mil.

ED WALSEMAN

By direction

Copy to:

AMSD-SA/Mr. Elias Cantu