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HRS §445-231

Definitions for metal and beer keg rules

This section defines key words used in this chapter, like beer keg, copper, scrap, scrap dealer, scrap yard, and urn. It explains what each term means so the rules are clear. It does not set any requirements or penalties.

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The statute, as written — Definitions

As used in this chapter, unless the context otherwise requires: "Beer keg" means a metal container used to hold five gallons or more of liquid that is stamped, engraved, stenciled, or otherwise marked with the name of a brewery manufacturer; provided that a deposit beverage container, as defined under section 342G-101, shall not be considered a beer keg. "Copper" means copper in all different forms, including tubing, sheets (includes plates), gutters, down spouts, bars, bare wire or cable, insulated wire or cable, and aluminum/copper coil used in air conditioning and refrigeration. "Scrap" means any secondhand or used metal except those used motor vehicle parts provided in chapter 289. "Scrap dealer" means any person engaged in the business of buying, selling, or dealing in scrap, or any person operating, carrying on, conducting, or maintaining a scrap yard. "Scrap yard" means any yard, plot, space, enclosure, building, or any other place where scrap is collected, stored, gathered together, and kept. "Urn" means a container that is or has been used to hold human ashes.
Read the official text at capitol.hawaii.gov ↗as published Jan 6, 2026our copy taken Aug 20, 2026

Sections this one refers to

§342G-101 Definitions for the beverage container deposit law

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