Air PBR 106.474: Hydrochloric Acid Storage
Hydrochloric acid storage tanks used exclusively for the storage of hydrochloric acid with an acid strength of 38% by weight or less are permitted by rule if they meet the conditions stated in 30 TAC Sections 106.4 and 106.474. No registration or fee is required. Recordkeeping requirements are discussed.
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Hydrochloric acid storage tanks used exclusively for the storage of hydrochloric acid with an acid strength of 38 percent by weight or less are permitted by rule under Title 30, Texas Administrative Code (30 TAC), Section 106.474 . To qualify for this permit by rule (PBR), your facility must also meet the general conditions stated in 30 TAC Section 106.4 .
To find out whether your facility meets the general conditions stated in Section 106.4, complete our PBR Applicability Checklist, TCEQ Form - 10149.
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If an acid more concentrated than 20 percent by weight is stored, the tank vent must be controlled to reduce emissions by at least 99 percent.
If your facility cannot comply with the conditions of this PBR, see Types of New Source Review Authorizations for other options.
Registration
This PBR does not require you to register or pay a fee.
Recordkeeping
Under 30 TAC Section 106.8 , your records must identify the rules under which your facility is operating and demonstrate compliance for a rolling 12-month period. Be sure you keep at least these records:
- a copy of Section 106.4
- a copy of Section 106.474
- records documenting compliance with the above rules
These records must be kept on site and readily available on request for inspection by the TCEQ or any air pollution control program that has jurisdiction. If you have questions about the type of records you should keep, contact the Air Program in the TCEQ regional office that serves your county.
Questions? We Can Help
If you have questions about this or any other PBR, contact us:
e-mail: airperm@tceq.texas.gov
phone: 512/239-1250