PUMICE

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PUMICE

Description

Highly porous rock of volcanic origin. Greyish-white.

Characteristics

Physical properties
Size	Angle of repose	Bulk density (kg/m³)	Stowage factor (m³/t)
Powder to lumps	Not applicable	308 to 526	1.90 to 3.25
Hazard classification
Class	Subsidiary hazard(s)	MHB	Group
Not applicable	Not applicable	Not applicable	C

Hazard

No special hazards.

This cargo is non-combustible or has a low fire risk.

Stowage and segregation

No special requirements.

Hold cleanliness

No special requirements.

Weather precautions

No special requirements.

Loading

Trim in accordance with the relevant provisions required under sections 4 and 5 of this Code.

Precautions

No special requirements.

Ventilation

No special requirements.

Carriage

No special requirements.

Discharge

No special requirements.

Clean-up

No special requirements.

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