46 CFR § 160.038-6 - Procedure for approval.

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title: "46 CFR § 160.038-6 - Procedure for approval."
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chapter_name: "COAST GUARD, DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND SECURITY"
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# 160.038-6 Procedure for approval.

(a) Portable magazine chests are not subject to formal approval, but will be accepted by the inspector on the basis of this subpart at annual inspections and reinspections of vessels.

(b) [Reserved]