2.17.1. Definitions and general considerations
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2.17.1.1. |
Desensitised explosives are solid or liquid explosive substances or mixtures which are phlegmatised to suppress their explosive properties in such a manner that they do not mass explode and do not burn too rapidly and therefore may be exempted from the hazard class ‘Explosives’ (see also paragraph 3 in section 2.1.4.1) ( 14 ) |
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2.17.1.2. |
The hazard class of desensitised explosives comprises:
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Solid desensitised explosives: explosive substances or mixtures, which are wetted with water or alcohols or are diluted with other substances, to form a homogeneous solid mixture to suppress their explosive properties. NOTE: This includes desensitisation achieved by formation of hydrates of the substances.
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Liquid desensitised explosives: explosive substances or mixtures, which are dissolved or suspended in water or other liquid substances, to form a homogeneous liquid mixture to suppress their explosive properties. |