Chapter 65 — PYROXYLIN (CELLULOSE NITRATE) PLASTICS
6503 General Requirements — 2025 California Fire Code
California Fire Code (Title 24, Part 9) · 2025 edition · updated 2026-09-25 · California
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Cite as: 2025 California Fire Code (Title 24, Part 9) § 6503 · Effective January 1, 2026 · Official source: Building Standards Commission
6503.1 Displays.¶
Cellulose nitrate (pyroxylin) plastic articles are allowed to be placed on tables not more than 3 feet (914 mm) wide and 10 feet (3048 mm) long. Tables shall be spaced not less than 3 feet (914 mm) apart. Where articles are displayed on counters, they shall be arranged in a like manner.
6503.2 Space under tables.¶
Spaces underneath tables shall be kept free from storage of any kind and accumulation of paper, refuse and other combustible material.
6503.3 Location.¶
Sales or display tables shall be so located that in the event of a fire at the table, the table will not interfere with free means of egress from the room in not less than one direction.
6503.4 Lighting.¶
Lighting shall not be located directly above cellulose nitrate (pyroxylin) plastic material, unless provided with a suitable guard to prevent heated particles from falling.
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