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19 CFR §115.38

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A written request for approval of a container after manufacture may be made by the owner or operator to a Certifying Authority and must include the following:
  1. (a)Three copies, each no longer than 3 feet by 4 feet, of the Customs and TIR/Container plan;
  2. (b)Customs and TIR/Container plan number;
  3. (c)Three copies of the specifications which include the following information:
    1. (1)Type of container;
    2. (2)Name and business address of applicant;
    3. (3)Identification marks and numbers;
    4. (4)Tare weight;
    5. (5)Nominal overall dimensions in centimeters;
    6. (6)Type of construction and essential particulars of structure (nature of materials, coating system used, parts which are reinforced, whether bolts are riveted or welded, and similar matters); and
    7. (7)Proposed location and date for inspection of the container.