172.201C — Hazmat shipping paper format incorrect
FMCSA violation code under Hazardous Materials. 5 events recorded in roadside inspections. Severity weight: 4.
Violation Description
Shipping paper description format does not meet the requirements for hazardous materials.
About This Violation Code
Code 172.201C falls under the Hazardous Materials BASIC category in FMCSA's Safety Measurement System (SMS). It carries a severity weight of 4 (scale 1-10, higher = more severe).
When this violation is cited during a roadside inspection, it contributes to the carrier's Hazardous Materials BASIC score. Carriers with high BASIC percentiles may be prioritized for FMCSA interventions including warning letters, investigations, or compliance reviews.
Regulatory Reference
Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations
This violation references 49 CFR 172.201C in the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations.
Citation Trend (12 months)
Monthly count of 172.201C citations. Red bars mark months with OOS-triggering citations.
Top Carriers Cited
Ranked by frequency • 5 carriers total
Top Carriers with 172.201C Violations
| # | Carrier | USDOT | # Violations |
|---|---|---|---|
| #1 | EAGLE TECH LLC | 2139511 | 1 |
| #2 | TRIMAC TRANSPORTATION INC | 36431 | 1 |
| #3 | SERGIO PACHECO ORTEGA | 3136482 | 1 |
| #4 | ESTES EXPRESS LINES | 121018 | 1 |
| #5 | AQUARIUS CHEMICAL LLC | 3201156 | 1 |
Recent Inspections
Latest inspections where 172.201C was cited • 5 total events