---
kind: "section"
citation: "46 C.F.R. § 160.045-17"
title: "46"
number: "160.045-17"
heading: "Marking and Labeling."
url: "https://uscodex.org/cfr/46/160.045-17"
---

# §160.045-17. Marking and Labeling.

- (a) Each throwable PFD must be marked in accordance with the recognized laboratory's listing and labeling requirements in accordance with [§ 160.045-3(a)](/cfr/46/160.045-3.md?p=a). At a minimum, all labels must include—
  - (1) Size information, as appropriate;
  - (2) The Coast Guard approval number;
  - (3) Manufacturer's contact information;
  - (4) Model name/number;
  - (5) Lot number, manufacturer date; and
  - (6) **Any limitations or restrictions on approval or special instructions for use.**
- (b) Marking must be of a type that will be durable and legible for the expected life of the device.
- (c) The Commandant may prescribe additional marking requirements for special purpose devices or unique or novel designs.

## Notes

### Source

Source: USCG-2022-0120, 89 FR 97388, Dec. 6, 2024, unless otherwise noted.

### Authority

Authority: 46 U.S.C. 2103, 3306, 3703, 4302; E.O. 12234; 45 FR 58801; 3 CFR, 1980 Comp., p. 277; and DHS Delegation 00170.1, Revision No. 01.4.