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Code of Federal Regulations Title 46. Shipping § 46.154.405 Design vapor pressure (P o ) of a cargo tank

Current as of January 02, 2025 | Updated by Findlaw Staff

(a) The design vapor pressure (Po) of a cargo tank must be equal to or greater than the MARVS.

(b) The Po of a cargo tank must be equal to or greater than the vapor pressure of the cargo at 45° C (113° F) if:

(1) The cargo tank has no temperature control for the cargo;  and

(2) The vapor pressure of the cargo results solely from ambient temperature.

(c) The Po of a cargo tank may be exceeded under harbor conditions if specially approved by the Commandant (CG–ENG).

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