Aluminium Powder
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Aluminium Powder
Contents
Description
Grey odourless powder. (coated, pyrophoric, uncoated).
Combustible, with many of its reactions liable to cause fire and explosion.
Uncoated aluminum powder may emit flammable gas when wet.
Aluminium powder is shipped in the form of ingots, mostly bundled by strapping iron. It must be well covered with plastic foils to prevent contamination from other cargo. Scratching and notching on aluminum should be avoided. Also shipped in the form of powder or dust.
Reference is made to the relevant IMO publications of hazardous cargo.
Full information on this product is in the process of completion.