Title 33 — Navigation and Navigable WatersRelease 119-73not60
§3822 Declaration
Title 33 › Chapter 51— CLEAN HULLS › Subchapter II— IMPLEMENTATION OF THE CONVENTION › § 3822
Summary
Vessels 24 m or more and under 400 gross tons on international voyages (not platforms, FSUs, FPSOs) must carry a declaration signed by owner/agent with proof (paint receipt or invoice) stating the antifouling system complies with the Convention. Secretary may set form and rules.
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Title 33, §3822
Navigation and Navigable Waters — Source: USLM XML via OLRC
(a)On entry into force of the Convention for the United States, a vessel of at least 24 meters in length, but less than 400 gross tons engaged on an international voyage (except fixed or floating platforms, FSUs, and FPSOs) must carry a declaration described in subsection (b) that is signed by the owner or owner’s authorized agent. That declaration shall be accompanied by appropriate documentation, such as a paint receipt or a contractor invoice, or contain an appropriate endorsement.
(b)The declaration must contain a clear statement that the antifouling system on the vessel complies with the Convention. The Secretary may prescribe the form and other requirements of the declaration.
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33 U.S.C. § 3822
Title 33 — Navigation and Navigable Waters
Last Updated
Apr 5, 2026
Release point: 119-73not60