Common use of DECK CARGO Clause in Contracts

DECK CARGO. If the subject matter covered is shipped on deck of vessels other than in general purpose I.S.O fully enclosed containers it is covered according to the conditions stated in the statement of cover but excluding loss, damage or expense caused by or arising from rust, oxidisation, discolouration, fresh water or sea water unless as a result of a peril covered by the Institute Cargo Clauses (B) with sub clause 1.2.3 deleted.