49 CFR §109.9

1. (a)An agent may direct a package to be transported to a facility for examination and analysis when the agent determines that:
   1. (1)Further examination of the package is necessary to evaluate whether the package conforms to subchapter C of this chapter;
   2. (2)Conflicting information concerning the package exists; or
   3. (3)Additional investigation is not possible on the immediate premises.
2. (b)In the event of a determination in accordance with paragraph (a) of this section, an agent may:
   1. (1)Direct the offeror of the package, or other person responsible for the package, to have the package transported to a facility where the material may be examined and analyzed;
   2. (2)Direct the packaging manufacturer or tester of the packaging to have the package transported to a facility where the packaging may be tested in accordance with the HMR; or
   3. (3)Direct the carrier to transport the package to a facility capable of conducting such examination and analysis.
3. (c)The 48-hour removal period provided in § 109.7 may be extended in writing by the Administrator pending the conclusion of examination and analysis under this section.