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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Napolii

2007

UK

Europe

Packaged

HNS Spilt

Explosives-

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Amount Spilt (T)1700

CAS Number-

-

Physical Behaviour (SEBC code)

-

Pollution Category (MARPOL Annex 2)

1

Class according to IMDG code

-

Subsidiary Risk Class according to IMDG code

Classification as Marine Pollutant

iv

HNS Classification (2010 HNS Convention)

Fate and weathering facts observed/reported

The ship was transporting 2,394 containers, carrying 42,000T of merchandise, of which 1,700T were classified as hazardous substances. 103 containers were lost overboard, with 57 being washed ashore. In France, packets of biscuits covered in fuel oil landed on the coast of North Finnisterre and Côtes d'Amour.

Pollutants-

-

Amount Spilt (T)

CAS Number-

-

Physical Behaviour (SEBC code)

-

Pollution Category (MARPOL Annex 2)

6.1

Class according to IMDG code

-

Subsidiary Risk Class according to IMDG code

Classification as Marine Pollutant

iv

HNS Classification (2010 HNS Convention)

Flammables-

-

Amount Spilt (T)

CAS Number-

-

Physical Behaviour (SEBC code)

-

Pollution Category (MARPOL Annex 2)

4.1

Class according to IMDG code

-

Subsidiary Risk Class according to IMDG code

Classification as Marine Pollutant

iv

HNS Classification (2010 HNS Convention)

Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS)

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