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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LindenBank

1975

Rep. of Kiribati

Rest of the world

Bulk

HNS Spilt

Palm oil and coconut oilLiquid

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Amount Spilt (T)Unknown

CAS Number-

Fp

Physical Behaviour (SEBC code)

Y

Pollution Category (MARPOL Annex 2)

3

Class according to IMDG code

-

Subsidiary Risk Class according to IMDG code

Classification as Marine Pollutant

ii, iii

HNS Classification (2010 HNS Convention)

Fate and weathering facts observed/reported

Unloading of 18,000 T of cargo in the water (Cane sugar, copra, seeds of cocoa beans, palm oil and coconut oil). Although no toxic substances were dumped into the water, the effects of oily substances were similar to those occurring after a petroleum oil spill and impacted the coral reef. Fish, crustaceans and molluscs died probably due to asphyxiation and clogging of the digestive tract.

Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS)

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Seeds of cocoa beansSolid

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Amount Spilt (T)

CAS Number-

S

Physical Behaviour (SEBC code)

-

Pollution Category (MARPOL Annex 2)

4.2

Class according to IMDG code

-

Subsidiary Risk Class according to IMDG code

Classification as Marine Pollutant

-

HNS Classification (2010 HNS Convention)

Fate and weathering facts observed/reported

Unloading of 18,000 T of cargo in the water (Cane sugar, copra, seeds of cocoa beans, palm oil and coconut oil). A green algal bloom was observed. It may have been caused by copra and cocoa beans that contain phosphorus and nitrogen. In conjunction with these fertilizers, trace metals derived from the ship's hull may also have stimulated algal growth. It appeared that recovery of the original coralline algal community was complete within 2 years following the spill.

Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS)

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