Bow Eagle
2002
France, Channel
Europe
Bulk
HNS Spilt
Ethyl acetateLiquid
C4H8O2
Amount Spilt (T)200
CAS Number141-78-6
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DE
Physical Behaviour (SEBC code)
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Z
Pollution Category (MARPOL Annex 2)
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3
Class according to IMDG code
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-
Subsidiary Risk Class according to IMDG code
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Classification as Marine Pollutant
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ii, ii, vi
HNS Classification (2010 HNS Convention)
Fate and weathering facts observed/reported
Ethyl acetate is a colourless volatile solvent, which has a perceptible odour, evaporates easily in the air and is moderately water-soluble. Maritime authorities said ethyl acetate was easily soluble and biodegradable and the spillage did not endanger wildlife. "The product is volatile and non-polluting in the quantities that have been leaked. There are quite strong north-easterly currents which should allow it to disperse in the water," a spokesman for the coastal authority said.