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Carriage of Vegetable Oils existing Regulation
Applicable to:
Ship owners, charterers, and crew of chemical tankers
Effective Date:
1 January 2007
Superseded Circulars:
None mentioned
Key Changes and Requirements
1. Carriage of Vegetable Oils
From 1 January 2007, vegetable oils can only be carried on Type 2 chemical tankers. Ships with NLS Certification must convert to chemical tankers and crew must have appropriate endorsements.
- Type 2 Tankers: Maximum tank size 3000 m³
- Type 3 Tankers with Exemption: No maximum cargo restriction
2. Exemption for Type 3 Chemical Tankers
Type 3 chemical tankers can carry vegetable oils under specific conditions. The exemption must be indicated in the relevant certificate.
- Conditions: Meet Type 3 requirements, specific cargo tank locations, and list of products to be carried
II/4 Chemical Tanker Endorsement required for crew
Important Note
Foreign shipowners/charterers must obtain relevant exemption from their maritime administration and hold documentary evidence for compliance with regulation 4.1.3 when carrying vegetable oil to/from Indian ports.
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