Ammonium Nitrate Based Fertilizer UN 2067
AMMONIUM NITRATE BASED FERTILIZER UN 2067
Schedule source MSC.539(107), Annex 9, Appendix 1, IMSBC Code Amendment 07-23 · pages 80, 81, 82
Description
Crystals, granules or prills. Wholly or partly soluble in water. Hygroscopic. Notes: 1 All nitrate ions for which there is present in the mixture a molecular equivalent of ammonium ions should be calculated as ammonium nitrate. 2 The transport of ammonium nitrate materials which are liable to self-heating sufficient to initiate decomposition is prohibited. 3 This entry may only be used for substances that do not exhibit properties of class 1 when tested in accordance with Test Series 1 and 2 of the UN Manual of Tests and Criteria.
Hazard
Supports combustion. A major fire aboard a ship carrying these substances may involve a risk of explosion in the event of contamination (e.g. by fuel oil) or strong confinement. An adjacent detonation may involve a risk of explosion. If heated strongly, decomposes, risk of toxic fumes and gases which support combustion, in the cargo space and on deck. Fertilizer dust might be irritating to skin and mucous membranes. This cargo is hygroscopic and will cake if wet.
Stowage and Segregation
“Separated by a complete compartment or hold from” combustible materials (particularly liquid), bromates, chlorates, chlorites, hypochlorites, nitrites, perchlorates, permanganates, powdered metals and vegetable fibres (e.g. cotton, jute, sisal, etc.). “Separated from” all other goods.
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