NOXIOUS LIQUID SUBSTANCE – ANNEX II

Annex II regulates the discharge of noxious liquid substances (NLS) carried in bulk (chemical cargoes).

  • Classification of substances into pollution categories (X, Y, Z, OS)
  • Prewash requirements for certain cargoes
  • Strict discharge criteria and limitations
  • Mandatory Cargo Record Book
  • Tank cleaning and residue management procedures