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The purpose and limitations of Silver Nitrate Testing | Gard's Insights

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Sodium chloride found in seawater and as used to de-ice roadways is corrosive to steel. Silver nitrate testing of higher value steel cargos at the time of loading will detect chlorides present pre-shipment and can enable the Master to clause bills of lading as may be appropriate.

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