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Hazard Class 6: Toxic Substances

 

Type

Common Examples

Domestic

International

Domestic Mail

Maximum Amount Permitted in Mail

Additional Information

Air

Surface

DMM

PUB 52

Poisons

Tear gas (except those containing oleoresin capsicum

N

N

N

601.10.16

346.221b

601.10.16

All irritants are prohibited.

Flea collars, cyanide, pesticides & herbicides

N*

N

N

601.10.16

346.211

601.10.16

Must check specific materials in Appendix A of Pub 52. ORM-D or limited quantity only.

Infectious Substances

Noninfectious

Specimens

Blood, urine, saliva, stool

Y

Y

Y***

601.10.17

346.233

601.10.17

Must be properly packaged.

Biological & Medical Materials

Used sharps, medical devicesl

Y

Y

Y***

601.10.17

346.12

601.10.17

Items must be properly packaged for mailing; some require approval before mailing.




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