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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Oostzee

1989

Germany

Europe

Packaged

HNS Spilt

EpichlorohydrinLiquid

C3H5ClO

Amount Spilt (T)875

CAS Number106-89-8

SD

Physical Behaviour (SEBC code)

Y

Pollution Category (MARPOL Annex 2)

6.1

Class according to IMDG code

-

Subsidiary Risk Class according to IMDG code

MP

Classification as Marine Pollutant

iv

HNS Classification (2010 HNS Convention)

Fate and weathering facts observed/reported

8,100 litres of epichlorohydrin had evaporated into the air during operations. The epichlorohydrin vapours were found to be more dangerous than expected: 30 response personnel had to be medically examined and one person was irreversibly injured. This substance produces flammable toxic fumes of carcinogenic origin. long term (years) effect were observed in the crew due to toxic fumes.

Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS)

http://www.merck-chemicals.com/products/803296?attachments=MSDSdetail&doccountry=UK&doclanguage=EN