Hazardous and Noxious Substances Spill Incidents

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On this database it is collected information on the fate and weathering of hazardous and noxious substances (HNS) accidentally spilt at the sea around the world. It gathers and systematizes existing information to assist stakeholders involved in spill preparedness and response, and builds return of experience datasheets for the chemicals involved. It will facilitate the incorporation of lessons from past incidents on the decision process to improve preparedness.

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Yuyo Maru N°10

1974

Japan

Rest of the world

Bulk

HNS Spilt

PropaneGas

C3H8

Amount Spilt (T)20202

CAS Number74-98-6

-

Physical Behaviour (SEBC code)

-

Pollution Category (MARPOL Annex 2)

2.1

Class according to IMDG code

-

Subsidiary Risk Class according to IMDG code

Classification as Marine Pollutant

v

HNS Classification (2010 HNS Convention)

Fate and weathering facts observed/reported

The ship was towed out of Tokyo Bay in a sea of flames, with occasional explosions. It was sunk with bombs and torpedoes.

Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS)

http://www.iigas.com/propane_msds.htm

Butane (n-Butane + iso-butane) Gas

CH3CH2CH2CH3 and [(CH3)3CH]

Amount Spilt (T)6443

CAS Number106-97-8 and 75-28-5

-

Physical Behaviour (SEBC code)

-

Pollution Category (MARPOL Annex 2)

2.1

Class according to IMDG code

-

Subsidiary Risk Class according to IMDG code

Classification as Marine Pollutant

v

HNS Classification (2010 HNS Convention)

Fate and weathering facts observed/reported

The ship was towed out of Tokyo Bay in a sea of flames, with occasional explosions. It was sunk with bombs and torpedoes.

Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS)

http://www.hovensa.com/pdf/butane.pdf

NaphthaLiquid

-

Amount Spilt (T)20831

CAS Number8030-30-6

FE

Physical Behaviour (SEBC code)

Y

Pollution Category (MARPOL Annex 2)

3

Class according to IMDG code

-

Subsidiary Risk Class according to IMDG code

Classification as Marine Pollutant

ii, ii, vi

HNS Classification (2010 HNS Convention)

Fate and weathering facts observed/reported

The ship was towed out of Tokyo Bay in a sea of flames, with occasional explosions. It was sunk with bombs and torpedoes.

Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS)

https://www.sciencelab.com/msds.php?msdsId=9926175