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What Types of Bulk Liquid Can You Transport?

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When it comes to shipping bulk goods, there are several types you can transport. These include dry goods, such as sugar or sand, breakbulk, such as paper or wood, and container cargo. What counts as liquid bulk cargo though, and how do you transport it? Here's everything you need to know.    Types of Bulk Liquid Firstly, let's consider what counts as bulk liquid when it comes to cargo. In essence, the term applies to any liquid you're looking to transport. Here are the main types you'll be looking to move when shipping liquids: Hydrocarbon products: This category contains many liquid fuels that are used all around the world. This includes oil, liquefied petroleum gas (LPG), and liquefied natural gas (LNG). These can be used for anything, from heating homes to powering planes. Chemicals: Chemicals can be transported in bulk in a liquid state. A few examples of these include ammonia, chlorine, and styrene monomer. Some of these will be used in the production of ot