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What are the hazards of carrying coal as a cargo?

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Hazards of Coal

Coal may create flammable atmospheres, may heat spontaneously, may deplete the oxygen concentration, may corode metal structures.

Can liquefy if predominantly fine 75% less than 5 mm coal.

Ref: IMSBC code

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