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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Onur K

1997

Italy

Europe

Bulk

HNS Spilt

Zinc sulphideSolid

ZnS

Amount Spilt (T)1500

CAS Number1314-98-3

SD

Physical Behaviour (SEBC code)

-

Pollution Category (MARPOL Annex 2)

MHB

Class according to IMDG code

-

Subsidiary Risk Class according to IMDG code

Classification as Marine Pollutant

vii

HNS Classification (2010 HNS Convention)

Fate and weathering facts observed/reported

One thousand five hundred tonnes zinc and lead concentrates sank with the vessel

Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS)

-

Lead sulphideSolid

PbS

Amount Spilt (T)

CAS Number1314-87-0

SD

Physical Behaviour (SEBC code)

-

Pollution Category (MARPOL Annex 2)

MHB

Class according to IMDG code

-

Subsidiary Risk Class according to IMDG code

Classification as Marine Pollutant

vii

HNS Classification (2010 HNS Convention)

Fate and weathering facts observed/reported

One thousand five hundred tonnes zinc and lead concentrates sank with the vessel