Dear Valued Customers:
The United States Coast Guard has informed that, effective immediately, the following hazardous material products will no longer be accepted for shipping at the Puerto Nuevo Terminal:
Hazardous Class 4.3 – Substances which, in contact with water, emit flammable gases (In excess of 60 metric tons)
This class includes materials that may become spontaneously combustible or give off flammable gases in dangerous quantities (>1 liter per kg per hour) when exposed to water. Calcium, zinc dust, and sodium are examples of Class 4.3 materials.
Hazardous Class 2.3 – Toxic Gases
Any gases that are corrosive or toxic to humans are classified as Class 2.3. Their LC50 (Lethal concentration 50) value must be equal to or less than 5000 ppm to be included in this class.
Hazardous Class 6: Toxic Substances and Infectious Substances
Class 6 covers all toxic substances (also known as poisonous substances) that cause serious injury or death through inhalation, ingestion, or skin contact. Some examples of materials with acute toxicity include pesticides, cyanides, and lead compounds.
If you need assistance, please contact our Puerto Rico Office at (787) 277-7073 or (787) 781-6550
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