Compatible means that a cargo will not react in an unsafe manner with other cargo or materials used in construction of the barge. The prime considerations are the chemical, physical, or thermal properties of the reaction including heat, pressure, toxicity, stability, and explosive nature of the reaction and its end products.
source: CGFR 70-10, 35 FR 3714, Feb. 25, 1970, unless otherwise noted.
cite as: 46 CFR 151.03-17