80 FR 31055 - Accreditation and Approval of Intertek USA, Inc., as a Commercial Gauger and Laboratory
DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND SECURITY
U.S. Customs and Border Protection Federal Register Volume 80, Issue 104 (June 1, 2015)
U.S. Customs and Border Protection
Federal Register Volume 80, Issue 104 (June 1, 2015)
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| FR Document | 2015-13071 |
[Federal Register Volume 80, Number 104 (Monday, June 1, 2015)] [Notices] [Pages 31055-31056] From the Federal Register Online [www.thefederalregister.org] [FR Doc No: 2015-13071] ======================================================================= ----------------------------------------------------------------------- DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND SECURITY U.S. Customs and Border Protection Accreditation and Approval of Intertek USA, Inc., as a Commercial Gauger and Laboratory AGENCY: U.S. Customs and Border Protection, Department of Homeland Security. ACTION: Notice of accreditation and approval of Intertek USA, Inc., as a commercial gauger and laboratory. ----------------------------------------------------------------------- SUMMARY: Notice is hereby given, pursuant to CBP regulations, that Intertek USA, Inc., has been approved to gauge and accredited to test petroleum and petroleum products for customs purposes for the next three years as of February 25, 2015. DATES: Effective Dates: The accreditation and approval of Intertek USA, Inc., as commercial gauger and laboratory became effective on February 25, 2015. The next triennial inspection date will be scheduled for February 2018. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Approved Gauger and Accredited Laboratories Manager, Laboratories and Scientific Services Directorate, U.S. Customs and Border Protection, 1300 Pennsylvania Avenue NW., Suite 1500N, Washington, DC 20229, tel. 202-344-1060. SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: Notice is hereby given pursuant to 19 CFR 151.12 and 19 CFR 151.13, that Intertek USA, Inc., 101 20th Street South, Texas City, TX 77590, has been approved to gauge and accredited to test petroleum and petroleum products for customs purposes, in accordance with the provisions of 19 CFR 151.12 and 19 CFR 151.13. Intertek USA, Inc., is approved for the following gauging procedures for petroleum and certain petroleum products set forth by the American Petroleum Institute (API): ------------------------------------------------------------------------ API Chapters Title ------------------------------------------------------------------------ 3.............................. Tank gauging. 7.............................. Temperature Determination. 8.............................. Sampling. 12............................. Calculations. 17............................. Maritime Measurements. ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Intertek USA, Inc., is accredited for the following laboratory analysis procedures and methods for petroleum and certain petroleum products set forth by the U.S. Customs and Border Protection Laboratory Methods (CBPL) and American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM): [[Page 31056]] ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- CBPL No. ASTM Title ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 27-01................................... ASTM D-287................. Standard test method for API gravity of crude Petroleum & Petroleum products (Hydrometer Method). 27-02................................... ASTM D-1298................ Standard Test Method for Density, Relative Density (Specific Gravity), or API Gravity of Crude Petroleum and Liquid Petroleum Products by Hydrometer Method. 27-03................................... ASTM D-4006................ Standard test method for water in crude oil by distillation. 27-04................................... ASTM D-95.................. Standard test method for water in petroleum products and bituminous materials by distillation. 27-05................................... ASTM D-4928................ Standard test method for water in crude oils by Coulometric Karl Fischer Titration. 27-06................................... ASTM D-473................. Standard test method for sediment in crude oils and fuel oils by the extraction method. 27-07................................... ASTM D-4807................ Standard Test Method for Sediment in Crude Oil by Membrane Filtration. 27-08................................... ASTM D-86.................. Standard Test Method for Distillation of Petroleum Products. 27-11................................... ASTM D-445................. Standard test method for kinematic viscosity of transparent and opaque liquids (and calculations of dynamic viscosity). 27-13................................... ASTM D-4294................ Standard test method for sulfur in petroleum and petroleum products by energy-dispersive x-ray fluorescence spectrometry. 27-48................................... ASTM D-4052................ Standard test method for density and relative density of liquids by digital density meter. 27-50................................... ASTM D-93.................. Standard test methods for flash point by Penske-Martens Closed Cup Tester. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Anyone wishing to employ this entity to conduct laboratory analyses and gauger services should request and receive written assurances from the entity that it is accredited or approved by the U.S. Customs and Border Protection to conduct the specific test or gauger service requested. Alternatively, inquiries regarding the specific test or gauger service this entity is accredited or approved to perform may be directed to the U.S. Customs and Border Protection by calling (202) 344-1060. The inquiry may also be sent to [email protected]. Please reference the Web site listed below for a complete listing of CBP approved gaugers and accredited laboratories. http://www.cbp.gov/sites/default/files/documents/gaulist_3.pdf Dated: May 22, 2015. Ira S. Reese, Executive Director, Laboratories and Scientific Services Directorate. [FR Doc. 2015-13071 Filed 5-29-15; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 9111-14-P
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Laboratory Corporation of America Clinical Laboratories; SmithKline DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND
Holdings, 1904 Alexander Drive, Bio-Science Laboratories). SECURITY
Research Triangle Park, NC 27709, Quest Diagnostics Incorporated, 8401
919–572–6900/800–833–3984, U.S. Customs and Border Protection
Fallbrook Ave., West Hills, CA
(Formerly: LabCorp Occupational 91304, 818–737–6370, (Formerly:
Testing Services, Inc., CompuChem Accreditation and Approval of Intertek
SmithKline Beecham Clinical USA, Inc., as a Commercial Gauger
Laboratories, Inc.; CompuChem
Laboratories). and Laboratory
Laboratories, Inc., A Subsidiary of
Roche Biomedical Laboratory; Redwood Toxicology Laboratory,
AGENCY: U.S. Customs and Border
Roche CompuChem Laboratories, 3700650 Westwind Blvd., Santa Protection, Department of Homeland
Inc., A Member of the Roche Rosa, CA 95403, 800–255–2159. Security.
Group). Southwest Laboratories, 4625 E. Cotton ACTION: Notice of accreditation and
Laboratory Corporation of America Center Boulevard, Suite 177,
Holdings, 1120 Main Street, approval of Intertek USA, Inc., as a
Phoenix, AZ 85040, 602–438–8507/ commercial gauger and laboratory.
Southaven, MS 38671, 866–827– 800–279–0027.
8042/800–233–6339, (Formerly: SUMMARY: Notice is hereby given,
LabCorp Occupational Testing STERLING Reference Laboratories, 2617
pursuant to CBP regulations, that
Services, Inc.; MedExpress/National East L Street, Tacoma, Washington
Intertek USA, Inc., has been approved to
Laboratory Center). 98421, 800–442–0438. gauge and accredited to test petroleum
LabOne, Inc. d/b/a Quest Diagnostics, U.S. Army Forensic Toxicology Drug and petroleum products for customs
10101 Renner Blvd., Lenexa, KS Testing Laboratory, 2490 Wilson purposes for the next three years as of
66219, 913–888–3927/800–873– St., Fort George G. Meade, MD February 25, 2015.
8845, (Formerly: Quest Diagnostics 20755–5235, 301–677–7085. DATES: Effective Dates: The
Incorporated; LabOne, Inc.; Center
for Laboratory Services, a Division * The Standards Council of Canada accreditation and approval of Intertek
of LabOne, Inc.). (SCC) voted to end its Laboratory USA, Inc., as commercial gauger and
MedTox Laboratories, Inc., 402 W. Accreditation Program for Substance laboratory became effective on February
County Road D, St. Paul, MN 55112, Abuse (LAPSA) effective May 12, 1998. 25, 2015. The next triennial inspection
651–636–7466/800–832–3244. Laboratories certified through that date will be scheduled for February
MetroLab-Legacy Laboratory Services, program were accredited to conduct 2018.
1225 NE 2nd Ave., Portland, OR forensic urine drug testing as required FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT:
97232, 503–413–5295/800–950– by U.S. Department of Transportation Approved Gauger and Accredited
5295. (DOT) regulations. As of that date, the Laboratories Manager, Laboratories and
Minneapolis Veterans Affairs Medical certification of those accredited Scientific Services Directorate, U.S.
Center, Forensic Toxicology Canadian laboratories will continue Customs and Border Protection, 1300
Laboratory, 1 Veterans Drive, under DOT authority. The responsibility Pennsylvania Avenue NW., Suite
Minneapolis, MN 55417, 612–725– for conducting quarterly performance 1500N, Washington, DC 20229, tel. 202–
2088. testing plus periodic on-site inspections 344–1060.
National Toxicology Laboratories, Inc., SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: Notice is
of those LAPSA-accredited laboratories
1100 California Ave., Bakersfield, hereby given pursuant to 19 CFR 151.12
CA 93304, 661–322–4250/800–350– was transferred to the U.S. HHS, with
the HHS’ NLCP contractor continuing to and 19 CFR 151.13, that Intertek USA,
3515. Inc., 101 20th Street South, Texas City,
One Source Toxicology Laboratory, have an active role in the performance
testing and laboratory inspection TX 77590, has been approved to gauge
Inc., 1213 Genoa-Red Bluff, Pasadena,
processes. Other Canadian laboratories and accredited to test petroleum and
TX 77504, 888–747–3774, (Formerly:
wishing to be considered for the NLCP petroleum products for customs
University of Texas Medical Branch,
may apply directly to the NLCP purposes, in accordance with the
Clinical Chemistry Division; UTMB
contractor just as U.S. laboratories do. provisions of 19 CFR 151.12 and 19 CFR
Pathology-Toxicology Laboratory).
Pacific Toxicology Laboratories, 9348 151.13. Intertek USA, Inc., is approved
Upon finding a Canadian laboratory to for the following gauging procedures for
DeSoto Ave., Chatsworth, CA be qualified, HHS will recommend that
91311, 800–328–6942, (Formerly: petroleum and certain petroleum
DOT certify the laboratory (Federal products set forth by the American
Centinela Hospital Airport Register, July 16, 1996) as meeting the
Toxicology Laboratory). Petroleum Institute (API):
Pathology Associates Medical minimum standards of the Mandatory
Laboratories, 110 West Cliff Dr., Guidelines published in the Federal API Chapters Title
Spokane, WA 99204, 509–755– Register on April 30, 2010 (75 FR
3 .................. Tank gauging.
8991/800–541–7891x7. 22809). After receiving DOT
7 .................. Temperature Determination.
Phamatech, Inc., 15175 Innovation certification, the laboratory will be 8 .................. Sampling.
Drive, San Diego, CA 92128, 888– included in the monthly list of HHS- 12 ................ Calculations.
635–5840, Quest Diagnostics certified laboratories and participate in 17 ................ Maritime Measurements.
Incorporated, 1777 Montreal Circle, the NLCP certification maintenance
Tucker, GA 30084, 800–729–6432, program. Intertek USA, Inc., is accredited for
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(Formerly: SmithKline Beecham the following laboratory analysis
Janine Denis Cook, procedures and methods for petroleum
Clinical Laboratories; SmithKline
Bio-Science Laboratories). Chemist, Division of Workplace Programs, and certain petroleum products set forth
Quest Diagnostics Incorporated, 400 Center for Substance Abuse Prevention, by the U.S. Customs and Border
Egypt Road, Norristown, PA 19403, SAMHSA. Protection Laboratory Methods (CBPL)
610–631–4600/877–642–2216, [FR Doc. 2015–13083 Filed 5–29–15; 8:45 am] and American Society for Testing and
(Formerly: SmithKline Beecham BILLING CODE 4162–20–P Materials (ASTM):
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CBPL No. ASTM Title
27–01 ................................... ASTM D–287 ...................... Standard test method for API gravity of crude Petroleum & Petroleum products (Hy-
drometer Method).
27–02 ................................... ASTM D–1298 .................... Standard Test Method for Density, Relative Density (Specific Gravity), or API Grav-
ity of Crude Petroleum and Liquid Petroleum Products by Hydrometer Method.
27–03 ................................... ASTM D–4006 .................... Standard test method for water in crude oil by distillation.
27–04 ................................... ASTM D–95 ........................ Standard test method for water in petroleum products and bituminous materials by
distillation.
27–05 ................................... ASTM D–4928 .................... Standard test method for water in crude oils by Coulometric Karl Fischer Titration.
27–06 ................................... ASTM D–473 ...................... Standard test method for sediment in crude oils and fuel oils by the extraction
method.
27–07 ................................... ASTM D–4807 .................... Standard Test Method for Sediment in Crude Oil by Membrane Filtration.
27–08 ................................... ASTM D–86 ........................ Standard Test Method for Distillation of Petroleum Products.
27–11 ................................... ASTM D–445 ...................... Standard test method for kinematic viscosity of transparent and opaque liquids (and
calculations of dynamic viscosity).
27–13 ................................... ASTM D–4294 .................... Standard test method for sulfur in petroleum and petroleum products by energy-dis-
persive x-ray fluorescence spectrometry.
27–48 ................................... ASTM D–4052 .................... Standard test method for density and relative density of liquids by digital density
meter.
27–50 ................................... ASTM D–93 ........................ Standard test methods for flash point by Penske-Martens Closed Cup Tester.
Anyone wishing to employ this entity SUMMARY: Through this Notice, the who have not previously applied for
to conduct laboratory analyses and Department of Homeland Security TPS may be eligible to apply under the
gauger services should request and (DHS) announces that the Secretary of late initial registration provisions, if
receive written assurances from the Homeland Security (Secretary) is they meet: (1) At least one of the late
entity that it is accredited or approved extending the designation of Somalia for initial filing criteria; and (2) all TPS
by the U.S. Customs and Border Temporary Protected Status (TPS) for 18 eligibility criteria (including continuous
Protection to conduct the specific test or months from September 18, 2015, residence in the United States since
gauger service requested. Alternatively, through March 17, 2017. May 1, 2012, and continuous physical
inquiries regarding the specific test or The extension allows currently presence in the United States since
gauger service this entity is accredited eligible TPS beneficiaries to retain TPS September 18, 2012).
or approved to perform may be directed through March 17, 2017, so long as they For individuals who have already
to the U.S. Customs and Border otherwise continue to meet the been granted TPS under the Somalia
Protection by calling (202) 344–1060. eligibility requirements for TPS. The designation, the 60-day re-registration
The inquiry may also be sent to Secretary has determined that an period runs from June 1, 2015 through
cbp.labhq@dhs.gov. Please reference the extension is warranted because the July 31, 2015. USCIS will issue new
Web site listed below for a complete conditions in Somalia that prompted the EADs with a March 17, 2017 expiration
listing of CBP approved gaugers and TPS designation continue to be met. date to eligible Somalia TPS
accredited laboratories. http:// There continues to be a substantial, but beneficiaries who timely re-register and
www.cbp.gov/sites/default/files/ temporary, disruption of living apply for EADs under this extension.
documents/gaulist_3.pdf conditions in Somalia due to ongoing DATES: The 18-month extension of the
Dated: May 22, 2015.
armed conflict that would pose a serious TPS designation of Somalia is effective
threat to the personal safety of returning September 18, 2015, and will remain in
Ira S. Reese,
Somali nationals, as well as effect through March 17, 2017. The 60-
Executive Director, Laboratories and extraordinary and temporary conditions day re-registration period runs from
Scientific Services Directorate.
in the country that prevent Somali June 1, 2015 through July 31, 2015.
[FR Doc. 2015–13071 Filed 5–29–15; 8:45 am] (Note: It is important for re-registrants to
nationals from returning to Somalia in
BILLING CODE 9111–14–P safety. The Secretary has also timely re-register during this 60-day re-
determined that permitting eligible registration period and not to wait until
Somali nationals to remain temporarily their EADs expire.)
DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND in the United States is not contrary to FOR FURTHER INFORMATION:
SECURITY the national interest of the United • For further information on TPS,
U.S. Citizenship and Immigration States. including guidance on the application
Through this Notice, DHS also sets process and additional information on
Services
forth procedures necessary for nationals eligibility, please visit the USCIS TPS
[CIS No. 2559–15; DHS Docket No. USCIS– of Somalia (or aliens having no Web page at http://www.uscis.gov/tps.
2013–0006] nationality who last habitually resided You can find specific information about
in Somalia) to re-register for TPS and to this extension of Somalia’s TPS
RIN 1615–ZB38 apply for renewal of their Employment designation by selecting ‘‘TPS
Authorization Documents (EADs) with Designated Country: Somalia’’ from the
Extension of the Designation of U.S. Citizenship and Immigration menu on the left of the TPS Web page.
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Somalia for Temporary Protected Services (USCIS). Re-registration is • You can also contact the TPS
Status limited to persons who have previously Operations Program Manager at the
AGENCY: U.S. Citizenship and registered for TPS under the designation Family and Status Branch, Service
Immigration Services, Department of of Somalia and whose applications have Center Operations Directorate, U.S.
Homeland Security. been granted. Certain nationals of Citizenship and Immigration Services,
Somalia (or aliens having no nationality Department of Homeland Security, 20
ACTION: Notice.
who last habitually resided in Somalia) Massachusetts Avenue NW.,
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| Action | Notice of accreditation and approval of Intertek USA, Inc., as a commercial gauger and laboratory. | |
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