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Copper Granules

COPPER GRANULES

IMSBC GroupC
UN NumberNot set
ClassNot applicable
Subsidiary HazardNot applicable
MHBNot applicable
Physical SizeFines up to 10 mm Clinkers up to 50 mm
Angle of ReposeNot applicable
Bulk Density (kg/m³)4,000 to 4,545
Stowage Factor (m³/t)0.22 to 0.25
Harmful to Marine EnvironmentNot set
Effective StatusExisting from MSC.539(107)
IMSBC Amendment07-23
Voluntary Application From2024-01-01
Mandatory From2025-01-01
Group CClass Not applicableMHB: Not applicableExisting from MSC.539(107)
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Schedule source MSC.539(107), Annex 9, Appendix 1, IMSBC Code Amendment 07-23 · pages 171

Description

Sphere-shaped pebbles. 75% copper with lead, tin, zinc, traces of others. Moisture content 1.5% approximately. Light grey colour when dry, dark green when wet. Odourless.

Hazard

No special hazards. This cargo is non-combustible or has a low fire risk.

Stowage and Segregation

No special requirements.

Hold Cleanliness

No special requirements.

Weather Precautions

No special requirements.

Loading

Trim in accordance with the relevant provisions required under sections 4 and 5 of IMSBC Code. As the density of the cargo is extremely high, the tank top may be overstressed unless the cargo is evenly spread across the tank top to equalize the weight distribution. Due consideration shall be given to ensure that the tank top is not overstressed during the voyage and during loading by a pile of the cargo.

Precautions

No special requirements.

Ventilation

No special requirements.

Carriage

No special requirements.

Discharge

No special requirements.

Clean-up

No special requirements.

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