Castor Seeds
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| Infobox on Castor Seeds | |
|---|---|
| Example of Castor Seeds |  |
| Facts | |
| Origin | - |
| Stowage factor (in m3/t) | - |
| Angle of repose | - |
| Humidity / moisture | - |
| Oil content | - |
| Ventilation | - |
| Risk factors | - |
Castor Seeds
Contents
Description
The seeds from which castor oil is extracted.
Shipped in bulk or in bags. Should bags burst, seed will scatter and penetrate. Must not be stowed near or with foodstuffs or other edible commodities due to the poisonous nature of the seeds. The husk, when fractured or broken, may become separated into tiny splinters, which if ingested causes internal damage in humans and animals. Heating cannot usually be detected by external examination, but can be ascertained by internal discolouration.
Reference is made to the relevant IMO publications of hazardous cargo.
Full information on this product is in the process of completion.