The Chittagong port authorities have decided to auction off 609 barrels of Hydrogen Peroxide lying in the port for four years.
The chemicals will be put up for public auction on Monday afternoon.
The customs authorities took the decision following the devastating fire at BM Container Depot in Sitakunda that claimed 49 lives so far.
Chittagong Customs Deputy Commissioner (Auction) Ali Reza Haider said following the fire incident, the port authorities sent a letter to the customs authorities on Sunday to auction dangerous goods lying in the port.
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After receiving the letter, the authorities immediately decided to auction them off and sell them.
He added that the consignment of two containers would be put up for public auction.
Hydrogen peroxide is used in many industries, including textiles and dyeing.