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40 CFR §265.173

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  1. (a)A container holding hazardous waste must always be closed during storage, except when it is necessary to add or remove waste.
  2. (b)A container holding hazardous waste must not be opened, handled, or stored in a manner which may rupture the container or cause it to leak.