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Cargo Tank - Acid-Base Incompat.

Sequential-cargo compatibility - acid tank loaded with base without proper cleaning = exothermic reaction risk.

AcidBaseIncompat
Cleaning
Full wash + neutralise + multi-stage flush + positive-test required
Formula, assumptions, and limits

Pre-wash → wash with opposite reagent (neutralise) → fresh-water rinse → drying. Wall wipe + check pH test. MIRACL book / USCG 46 CFR 150 compatibility table.

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