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Stripping Efficiency Check

Verify stripping achieves the Annex II limit of 75 L per Cat Y/Z tank (100 L for existing ships, 75 L for new/Cat X).

Chemical TankerStripping
MARPOL limit
75L
Compliance
Compliant (≤ 75 L)

Formula, assumptions, and limits

Measured via recertified stripping test as per Annex II. If residue exceeds limit, ship must prewash with dedicated wash-water and discharge residues ashore. Stripping efficiency is a class-certified figure for the ship, not per-cargo.

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SymbolMeaningUnitSource
Residue after bottom strippingLcertified test