Common use of Artificial Separation Clause in Contracts

Artificial Separation. Charterers may use artificial plastic separations or similar in holds to facilitate the loading of different grades of cargo, however, Owners or Master shall not be responsible for any commingling of different grades of cargo notwithstanding any cause of commingling of grades. Also Owners shall not be responsible for shortage of individual grades on discharge. Charterers shall indemnify Owners and hold Owners harmless in respect of any liability grades of cargo in one hold.