Iron Oxide
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Iron Oxide
Contents
Dense, dark red powder, insoluble in water but soluble in acid.
Widely used in various industrial processes such as production of paint pigments, polishing
compounds. This material is packed in jute bags without water resistant liner. Without a declaration
signed by the shipper, that the cargo has been cooled and weathered for not less than eight weeks
before shipment, the cargo must not be accepted.
For carriage in IBC's or in bulk in containers see the IMDG Code.
The substance must be considered very dirty cargo and its acceptance for carriage in containers
(whether in packaged form or in bulk) should be carefully considered. Container walls and doors
should always be protected with plastics foil or an inner liner.
Reference is made to the relevant IMO regulations of hazardous cargo.
Full information on this product is in the process of completion.