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ACRYLONITRILE characteristics & handling methods

ACRYLONITRILE are high value and require sophisticated handling


for safety, health and loss prevention reasons. They need careful
consideration prior loading , tank coating compatibility, cross
compatibility with other cargoes carried, environmental controls if
required (inerting).

Product characteristics

Product safety data sheets may be available from various


sources. For safety preparation, until the specific product safety
data sheet can be obtained, Chemical Data Guide for Bulk
Shipment by Water (U.S. DoT), should be used. Concerning the
IBC/BCH code (respective 16.2/5.2) the Master should request
the specific product safety data sheet before commencement of
loading. The safety data sheet posted must be in a language
understood by ship's Officers and Crew (English).

Regulatory requirements / ACRYLONITRILE

Acrylonitrile is an unstable product when not inhibited.


Acrylonitrile is regulated for bulk transportation by the IMO, BCH
and IBC codes. Following is the summary of the codes' minimum
requirements:

UN number: 1093

Pollution category : Y

Hazards Safety and pollution hazard : (S /P)

Ship type : 2

Tank type : Integral gravity tank

Tank vents :Controlled venting

Tank Environment : No requirements

Electrical equipment : Special requirements, T1,II B,

Gauging : Closed
Vapour Detection : Flammable and toxic vapours

Fire Protection : Alcohol resistant foam

Material of construction Aluminium, magnesium, zinc, galvanized


steel and lithium should not come in contact with Acrylonitrile.
Materials normally used in electrical apparatus, such as copper,
aluminium and insulation, should as far as practicable be
protected to prevent contact with the vapour of Acrylonitrile.

Special Requirements See IBC Code, 15.12, 15.13, 15.17, 15,19


and the BCH Code, Chapter IV, 4.9, 4.10, 4.12.3, 4.13.1, 4.14,
4.17

Respiratory and eye protection Individual units required for


emergency escape purpose.

Special arrangements / ACRYLONTRILE Safety Alert :


Chemical incompatibility - Acrylonitrile / Caustic Soda Solution

Recent laboratory tests indicated a potentially hazardous reaction


between acrylonitrile (group 15) and caustic soda solution (group
5). This combination is considered compatible for adjacent
stowage by current regulations (46 CFR part 150).While a review
of the data used to construct the compatibility part in these
regulations showed no reactivity between these two chemicals at
test temperatures up to 100 degrees C, the new data indicates
that a delayed reaction may occur, which generates large
amounts of heat if the mixture is vigorously stirred. The
regulations are being amended to reflect this incompatibility.
Meanwhile...

Do Not Load ACRYLONITRILE and CAUSTIC SODA


SOLUTION in Adjacent Tanks.

If you or your company should experience any reactivity with


these or similar products, please notify:

Hazardous Materials Branch (MTH-1)


Marine Technical and Hazardous Materials Division

Office of Marine Safety, Security and Environmental


Protection

Coast Guard Headquarters 2100 Second Street, S.W.


Washington, D.C. 20593-0001

Slop disposal and arrangements

The slops are to be disposed according to:

1. Regulations for control of pollution by noxious liquid


substances in bulk, IMO, MARPOL Annex II and,

2. When it is necessary to dispose slops to shore reception


facilities, the ship must report estimated quantities to the Ship
Operator and the local agent. Before mixing compatible slop
residues or slops and cleaning agents consult the local agent.

Related information - ACRYLONITRILE

Removal of Acrylonitrile from Drip Trays : It is important to stress


the importance of personnel and environment safety when
handling Acrylonitrile as cargo and waste. Any product that may
enter drip trays when disconnecting the cargo hoses must be
transferred to a slop tank or a toxic waste container by safe
methods. Personnel must wear rubber gloves, face shield, plastic
coated clothing and wear self-contained breathing apparatus.
Small spills may be flushed away with water.

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