Hazardous and Noxious Substances Spill Incidents

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On this database it is collected information on the fate and weathering of hazardous and noxious substances (HNS) accidentally spilt at the sea around the world. It gathers and systematizes existing information to assist stakeholders involved in spill preparedness and response, and builds return of experience datasheets for the chemicals involved. It will facilitate the incorporation of lessons from past incidents on the decision process to improve preparedness.

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Kairo

1997

France

Europe

Packaged

HNS Spilt

Tetraethyl leadLiquid

(C2H5)4Pb

Amount Spilt (T)6240

CAS Number78-00-2

S

Physical Behaviour (SEBC code)

X

Pollution Category (MARPOL Annex 2)

6.1

Class according to IMDG code

-

Subsidiary Risk Class according to IMDG code

MP

Classification as Marine Pollutant

iv

HNS Classification (2010 HNS Convention)

Fate and weathering facts observed/reported

Lead tetraethyl is a toxic and flammable compound. All tree tanks containing the product were recovered some months later.

Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS)

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