Section 661.61.5. Acceptance of alternate test method approved by another state.

       61.5(1) If the department determines that another state has enacted reduced cigarette ignition propensity standards that include a test method and performance standard that are the same as those contained in this chapter, and the department finds that the officials responsible for implementing those requirements have approved the proposed alternate test method and performance standard for a unique cigarette brand style proposed by a manufacturer as meeting the fire safety standards of that state's law or regulation under a legal provision comparable to rule 661—61.4(101B), the department shall authorize that manufacturer to employ the alternate test method and performance standard to certify that cigarette for sale in this state, unless the department demonstrates a reasonable basis why the alternate test method and performance standard should not be accepted under this chapter. All other applicable requirements of this chapter shall apply to the manufacturer.

       61.5(2) A manufacturer proposing an alternate test method and performance standard under this rule shall use the procedure for submitting an alternate test method and performance standard specified in rule 661—61.4(101B) and shall provide documentation verifying that the alternate test method and performance standard have been approved by another state as provided in subrule 61.5(1).