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Pipeline Safety: Standards Update-ASTM F1055

FR Abstract
This DFR amends PHMSA's regulations to incorporate by reference an updated edition of industry standard ASTM F1055, Standard Specification for Electrofusion Type Polyethylene Fittings for Outside Diameter Controlled Polyethylene and Crosslinked Polyethylene (PEX) Pipe and Tubing. This updated standard will maintain or improve public safety, prevent regulatory confusion, reduce compliance burdens on stakeholders, and satisfy a mandate in the National Technology Transfer and Advancement Act (NTTAA) of 1995.
Incorporation
FR Document Number
2026-08049
Federal Register Volume
91
Federal Register Year
2026-04-24
Federal Register Start Page
21997
Federal Register End Page
22001
CFR Citation
49 CFR 192
FR Citation
91 FR 21997
CFR title
49
CFR Part
192
Document Number
ASTM F1055–16a(2022)
Document Edition
2022
Standard Title
Standard Specification for Electrofusion Type Polyethylene Fittings for Outside Diameter Controlled Polyethylene and Crosslinked Polyethylene (PEX) Pipe and Tubing, approved November 1, 2022
Excerpts
Specialist, 1200 New Jersey Avenue SE, Washington, DC 20590, by phone at 202-738-3850 or email at [email protected]. SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: I. General Discussion Through this DFR, PHMSA is incorporating by reference an update to a voluntary, consensus industry technical standard already incorporated by reference within 49 CFR part 192. Specifically, PHMSA is updating the referenced edition of industry standard ASTM F1055, Standard Specification for Electrofusion Type Polyethylene Fittings for Outside Diameter Controlled Polyethylene
Record Source
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