Difference between revisions of "Coal Tar"

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Is highly odorous and detrimental to other cargoes. According to wear of drums loss through leakage may be more or less considerable. <br><br>The usual causes of leakage are wear of the drums, faulty stoppers and weakness of the ribs. The most suitable packing for the tropics are sealed metal containers.  
 
Is highly odorous and detrimental to other cargoes. According to wear of drums loss through leakage may be more or less considerable. <br><br>The usual causes of leakage are wear of the drums, faulty stoppers and weakness of the ribs. The most suitable packing for the tropics are sealed metal containers.  
 
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IMDG Class 9 – Marine Pollutant
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Reference is made to the relevant IMO regulations on hazardous cargo.
 
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<b>Full information on this product is in the process of completion.</b>
 
<b>Full information on this product is in the process of completion.</b>

Revision as of 14:52, 3 April 2012

Infobox on Coal Tar
Example of Coal Tar
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Coal Tar

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A black viscous residue from coal or oil, varies in consistency from semi-liquid to hard. Packed in second-hand metal drums. Is highly odorous and detrimental to other cargoes. According to wear of drums loss through leakage may be more or less considerable.

The usual causes of leakage are wear of the drums, faulty stoppers and weakness of the ribs. The most suitable packing for the tropics are sealed metal containers.

Reference is made to the relevant IMO regulations on hazardous cargo.

Full information on this product is in the process of completion.