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Federal Public safety and emergencies

Gas pipeline safety rules switch to a newer edition of ASTM D2513

Gas pipeline safety rules will cite a newer edition of ASTM D2513, the industry standard for polyethylene gas pressure pipe, tubing and fittings, in place of the version four years older. Operators may follow the newer version before the switch.

Who it affects

Gas pipeline operators and plastic pipe makers

When

This rule takes effect on January 1, 2027.

Official text

FR Doc. 2026-08046: Pipeline Safety: Standards Update-ASTM D2513
On Federal Register. The official text is what counts; read it before you act.

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