HomeCalculatorsMARPOL Annex II Category X/Y/Z Assignment

MARPOL Annex II Category X/Y/Z Assignment

Classify a chemical cargo by MARPOL Annex II hazard category. Drives prewash, stripping and discharge-distance requirements.

Chemical TankerMARPOL
Prewash
Only if high-viscosity or solidifying
Stripping efficiency
≤ 75 L per tank
Discharge requirements
Under way ≥ 12 nm from land, depth ≥ 25 m, speed ≥ 7 kn
Formula, assumptions, and limits

MARPOL Annex II Reg 13 operational rules. Category assignment is per cargo - see IBC Code 17, MEPC.2/Circ. annual list. Ship must carry P&A Manual (Procedures and Arrangements) approved by flag.

Symbol legend

SymbolMeaningUnitSource
MARPOL Annex II class - IBC Code / MEPC.2/Circ.