Paraffin Wax
| Infobox on Paraffin Wax | |
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| Example of Paraffin Wax |  |
| Facts | |
| Origin | - |
| Stowage factor (in m3/t) | - |
| Humidity / moisture | - |
| Ventilation | - |
| Risk factors | See text |
Paraffin Wax
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Description
A white, transparent solid shipped in bags, barrels and cases. The melting point of hard paraffin wax is between 50°C and 60°C and that of soft paraffin wax between 45°C and 50°C. Melting does not affect the value of the commodity. When transported in bags should not be overstowed as this may lead to bonding together of sacks. Maximum height for storage is 5 sacks for soft wax and 9 sacks for hard wax.
Should be stowed away from goods liable to be contaminated by melting wax. Will also take taint from odorous goods.
Heat- sensitive- and fire-dangerous cargo. Surrounding cargo must be protected from tainting. Do not use wire net slings. Paraffin will be shipped in bags or boxes and has to be stowed in a cool place and sun-protected. Do not stow close to odor emitting vapors and do not use dunnage.
The heads of the bags should be stowed towards- and tightly against each other. A smooth surface to be kept. Unrefined paraffin (crude scale wax) must be kept away and separated from refined wax. Cargo has to be well ventilated.
Reference is made to the relevant IMO regulations on hazardous cargo.
Full information on this product is in the process of completion.