178.703 — HM (Packaging) - marking of IBC packaging requirements.
FMCSA violation code under Hazardous Materials. 8 events recorded in roadside inspections. Severity weight: N/A.
Violation Description
HM (Packaging) - marking of IBC packaging requirements.
About This Violation Code
Code 178.703 falls under the Hazardous Materials BASIC category in FMCSA's Safety Measurement System (SMS).
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 178.703 in the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations.
Top Enforcing States
Where 178.703 is most commonly cited (last 180 days)
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Citation Trend (12 months)
Monthly count of 178.703 citations. Red bars mark months with OOS-triggering citations.
Most Active Stations
Inspection stations citing 178.703 most often (last 180 days)
Top Carriers Cited
Ranked by frequency • 7 carriers total
Top Carriers with 178.703 Violations
| # | Carrier | USDOT | # Violations |
|---|---|---|---|
| #1 | IMPERATIVE CHEMICAL PARTNERS INC | 1796904 | 2 |
| #2 | SUPERIOR EXPRESS INCORPORATED | 111891 | 1 |
| #3 | FNF CONSTRUCTION INC | 379519 | 1 |
| #4 | RUTCO TRANSPORT LLC | 3142373 | 1 |
| #5 | TIME DISPATCH SERVICES AGENT GROUP INC | 2061692 | 1 |
| #6 | MODE TRANSPORT LTD | 3500646 | 1 |
| #7 | KMS EXPRESS INC | 2119362 | 1 |
Recent Inspections
Latest inspections where 178.703 was cited • 8 total events
Recent Inspections with 178.703
| Date | Report # | State | Level | OOS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mar 4, 2026 | 87220809 | CO | Level 1 | No |
| Nov 28, 2025 | 86434120 | AZ | Level 2 | No |
| Jun 12, 2025 | 84954697 | AZ | Level 2 | No |
| Apr 10, 2025 | 84425376 | GA | Level 2 | No |
| Mar 18, 2025 | 84167521 | WY | Level 2 | No |
| Jan 2, 2025 | 83530452 | WA | Level 2 | No |
| Nov 12, 2024 | 83161895 | OH | Level 2 | No |
| Aug 13, 2024 | 82391083 | MO | Level 2 | No |