The large (6-inch x 6-inch) PCB label is required as described below unless an item is too small (see 40 CFR 761.45). If an item is too small, you may use an identical small (2-inch x 2-inch) label.
PCB Marking Requirements
Item or Location | PCB Marking Required |
PCB Container (50 ppm or greater) | Large PCB label |
PCB Transformer (500 ppm or greater) | Large PCB label |
PCB Large Capacitor (500 ppm or greater) | Large PCB label |
PCB Article Container | Large PCB label |
PCB Transformer enclosures (vault doors, machinery room doors, substation fence, hallway, etc.) | Large PCB label |
PCB storage for disposal area (temporary and long term) | Large PCB label |
Transport vehicle loaded with greater than 45 kg (99.4 lbs) of PCB liquids in PCB Containers, or one or more PCB Transformers | Large PCB label on front, back, and both sides of the trailer. (Note: A DOT Class 9 placard with ID number 2315 also may be required. Check with your disposal company and shipper.) |
Fluorescent light ballasts manufactured between July 1, 1979 and July 1, 1998 | Manufacturers were required to mark with the statement “No PCBs.” |