N.Y.C. Admin. Code § FC 2103: Section FC 2103: Classifications

2103.1 Dry cleaning solvent classifications.

Dry cleaning solvents shall be classified according to their flash points as follows:

1. Class I solvents are flammable liquids having a flash point below 100°F (38°C).

2. Class II solvents are combustible liquids having a flash point at or above 100°F (38°C) and below 140°F (60°C).

3. Class IIIA solvents are combustible liquids having a flash point at or above 140°F (60°C) and below 200°F (93°C).

4. Class IIIB solvents are combustible liquids having a flash point at or above 200°F (93°C).

5. Class IV solvents are liquids that are neither flammable nor combustible.

2103.2 Classification of dry cleaning systems and facilities.

Dry cleaning systems shall be classified based on the use of solvents as follows:

1. Type I – systems using Class I solvents.

2. Type II – systems using Class II solvents.

3. Type III-A – systems using Class IIIA solvents.

4. Type III-B – systems using Class IIIB solvents.

5. Type IV – systems using Class IV solvents in which dry cleaning is not conducted by the public.

6. Type V – systems using Class IV solvents in which dry cleaning is conducted by the public.

2103.2.1 Multiple solvents.

Dry cleaning facilities using more than one class of dry cleaning system shall be classified based on the numerically lowest type of system.

2103.2.2 Spotting and pretreating operations.

Spotting and pretreating operations conducted in accordance with FC 2106 shall not affect the classification of the dry cleaning system or facility.

2103.3 Design.

Dry cleaning facilities shall be designed and constructed in accordance with the construction codes, including the Building Code, and located in accordance with the Zoning Resolution, including Sections 32-15(A) and 32-25(D).