7.1 Handling of Active Substances and Preparations
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7.1 Handling of Active Substances and Preparations

  7.1.1 The proposal for approval of Active Substances and Preparations should include information on their intended use and application. The quantity of Active Substances and Preparations to be added to the ballast water and the maximum allowable concentration of the Active Substances therein should be described in the instructions provided by the manufacturer. The system should ensure that the maximum dosage and maximum allowable discharge concentration are not exceeded at any time.

  7.1.2 An assessment should be undertaken to ensure the safe on-board handling and storage of chemicals used to treat ballast water, using the existing IMO Conventions, Codes and guidance as a basis.

Parent topic: 7 Regulation of the Use of Active Substances and Preparations
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