Which statement best describes the IMDG Code and its purpose?

• A. Oil pollution from ships; classification, packaging, labeling, handling, and emergency response for dangerous goods.
• B. The Navigation Rules; It defines routing and right-of-way for ships.
• C. International Maritime Dangerous Goods Code; It sets classification, packaging, labeling, handling, and emergency response for dangerous goods.
• D. Ballast Water Management Standards; It sets ballast water exchange requirements.

Answer: (C)