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Annex V Polar Code - Garbage Rules

Garbage-discharge restrictions applicable in polar waters per MARPOL Annex V + Polar Code - stricter than general rules.

GarbagePolar CodeAnnex V
Polar rule
Only comminuted ≥ 3 nm from coast + ice shelf, ≥ 12 nm from land
Formula, assumptions, and limits

Polar Code Part II-A. More restrictive than general Annex V - reflects fragility of polar ecosystems. All ships in Antarctic (Treaty + MARPOL) use shore reception only.

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Garbage category - MARPOL Annex V + MEPC.295