1 Introduction
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1 Introduction

  1.1 The provisions of this annex apply to a portable tank, which in the context of this annex, means a tank which is not permanently secured on board the vessel and has a capacity of more than 450 l and a shell fitted with external stabilizing members and items of service equipment and structural equipment necessary for the transport of liquids, solids or gases.

  1.2 These provisions do not apply to tanks intended for the transport of liquids, solids or gases having a capacity of 450 l or less.

  • Note: The capacity for portable tanks for gases is 1,000 l or more.

Parent topic: Annex 2 - Safe Stowage and securing of portable tanks
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