The primary risk of carrying iron ore fines is liquefaction, which can lead to catastrophic cargo shifting, vessel listing, or capsizing. This danger is inherent in cargoes with a moisture content exceeding their Transportable Moisture Limit (TML), as water pressure reduces inter-particle friction, allowing the cargo to behave like a liquid. The International Maritime Solid Bulk Cargoes (IMSBC) Code requires shippers to certify the TML and moisture content, while masters have the authority to refuse cargo if they suspect it exceeds safety limits to prevent these hazardous events.

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