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Foam Glass Gravel

FOAM GLASS GRAVEL

IMSBC GroupC
UN NumberNot set
ClassNot applicable
Subsidiary HazardNot applicable
MHBNot applicable
Physical SizeVarious
Angle of ReposeNot applicable
Bulk Density (kg/m³)130 to 250
Stowage Factor (m³/t)4.00 to 7.69
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 248

Description

Foam glass gravel is a lightweight insulation product used in the construction/building industry. This cargo is odourless and of grey anthracite colour.

Hazard

Dust may cause skin and eye irritation. 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.

Precautions

Persons who may be exposed to the dust of the cargo shall wear goggles or other equivalent dust eye-protection and dust filter masks as well as protective clothing, as necessary. Bilge wells shall be clean, dry and covered as appropriate, to prevent ingress of the cargo.

Ventilation

No special requirements.

Carriage

No special requirements.

Discharge

Entry into the cargo spaces containing this cargo shall only be permitted for trained personnel wearing protective clothing and goggles or other equivalent dust eye-protection as well as dust filter masks.

Clean-up

No special requirements.

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