Description
White crystals, soluble in water. Hygroscopic.
Characteristics
| Physical properties
|
| Size
|
Angle of
repose
|
Bulk density
(kg/m3)
|
Stowage factor
(m3/t)
|
| Not
applicable
|
Not
applicable
|
-
|
-
|
| Hazard classification
|
| Class
|
Subsidiary
hazard(s)
|
MHB
|
Group
|
| 5.1
|
Not
applicable
|
|
B
|
Hazard
Although non-combustible by itself, mixtures with combustible material are
easily ignited and may burn fiercely.
This cargo is hygroscopic and will cake if wet.
Stowage and segregation
"Separated from" foodstuffs.
Hold cleanliness
Clean and dry as relevant to the hazards of the cargo.
Weather precautions
No special requirements.
Loading
Trim in accordance with the relevant provisions required under sections 4
and 5 of this Code.
Precautions
The master and officers are to note that the ship's fixed gas fire-fighting
installation will be ineffective on fires involving this cargo and that applying copious
amounts of water may be necessary.
Ventilation
No special requirements.
Carriage
No special requirements.
Discharge
Magnesium nitrate is hygroscopic and may cake in overhangs, impairing safety
during discharge. If this cargo has hardened, it shall be trimmed to avoid the formation
of overhangs, as necessary.
Clean-up
No special requirements.
Emergency procedures
| Special emergency equipment to
be carried
|
| Protective clothing (gloves,
boots, coveralls and headgear).
Self-contained breathing
apparatus.
Spray nozzles.
|
| Emergency
procedures
|
| Wear protective clothing and
self-contained breathing apparatus.
|
| Emergency action in the event
of fire
|
| Use copious quantities of water,
which is best applied in the form of a spray to avoid disturbing the surface
of the material. The material may fuse or melt, in which condition
application of water may result in extensive scattering of the molten
materials. Exclusion of air or the use of CO2 will not control
the fire. Due consideration should be given to the effect on the stability
of the ship due to the accumulated water.
|
| Medical first aid
|
| Refer to the Medical First Aid
Guide (MFAG), as amended.
|
Remarks
Material is non-combustible unless contaminated.