UN 2059 Nitrocellulose, solution, flammable, 23 °C <= fl.p. <= 60 °C, 20 % < conc. < 55 %, nitrogen <= 12.6 % ADN 2025 (Shortinfo)

This substance may be carried under the provisions of Class 3 or Class 4.1 only if it is so packed that the percentage of diluent will not fall below that stated, at any time during carriage (see 2.2.3.1.1 and 2.2.41.1.18). In cases where the diluent is not stated, the substance shall be packed so that the amount of explosive substance does not exceed the stated value.

Nitrocellulose solutions containing not more than 20 % nitrocellulose may be carried as paint, perfumery products or printing ink, as applicable (see UN Nos. 1210, 1263, 1266, 3066, 3469 and 3470).

Mixtures having a flash-point below 23 °C and containing more than 55% nitrocellulose, whatever its nitrogen content or containing not more than 55% nitrocellulose with a nitrogen content above 12.6% (by dry mass), are substances of Class 1 (see UN Nos. 0340 or 0342) or of Class 4.1 (UN Nos. 2555, 2556 or 2557).

For each member of the crew, a pair of protective goggles, a pair of protective gloves, a protective suit and a suitable pair of protective shoes (or protective boots, if necessary). On bord tank vessels, protective boots are required in all cases.

A flammable gas detector with the instructions for its use.

A breathing apparatus ambient air-dependent.

Holds containing these substances shall be ventilated whith the ventilators operating at full power, where after measurement it has been established that the concentration of flammable gases and vapours given off by the cargo exceeds 10 % of the LEL. The measurement shall be carried out immediately after loading. A control measurement shall be repeated after one hour. The results of the measurement shall be recorded in writing.