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40 CFR §279.51

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  1. (a)Identification numbers. Used oil processors and re-refiners who have not previously complied with the notification requirements of RCRA section 3010 must comply with these requirements and obtain an EPA identification number.
  2. (b)Mechanics of notification. A used oil processor or re-refiner who has not received an EPA identification number may obtain one by notifying the Regional Administrator of their used oil activity by submitting either:
    1. (1)A completed EPA Form 8700-12 (To obtain EPA Form 8700-12 call RCRA/Superfund Hotline at 1-800-424-9346 or 703-920-9810); or
    2. (2)A letter requesting an EPA identification number.
      1. (i)Processor or re-refiner company name;
      2. (ii)Owner of the processor or re-refiner company;
      3. (iii)Mailing address for the processor or re-refiner;
      4. (iv)Name and telephone number for the processor or re-refiner point of contact;
      5. (v)Type of used oil activity (i.e., process only, process and re-refine);
      6. (vi)Location of the processor or re-refiner facility.
Call RCRA/Superfund Hotline to determine where to send a letter requesting an EPA identification number. The letter should include the following information: