☣️ UN 0430 • CLASS 1
Articles, pyrotechnic for technical purposes
Placard: Explosive 1.3G. Training/quick-reference only — use current ERG + SOP/SOG for incident-specific actions.
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⚠️ This page is a quick-reference aid. For real incidents: stage upwind, isolate, deny entry, request Hazmat early, and consult the current ERG + SOP/SOG.
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UN 0430
Class: 1
Placard type: Explosive 1.3G
ERG: Guide 112 (check current ERG)
Isolation: ERG 112: isolate spill/leak area at least 500m in all directions; if fire or explosion, evacuate 1600m in all directions
Chemical & Response Details
| Also known as | Pyrotechnic articlesTechnical pyrotechnic devicesIndustrial pyrotechnic articlesPyrotechnic signaling devices |
| Appearance | Manufactured articles containing pyrotechnic compositions designed for technical purposes such as heat generation, gas production, theatrical effects, or signaling. May be various colors and configurations depending on specific device. |
| Flash Point | Not applicable (pyrotechnic composition) |
| Boiling Point | Not applicable (pyrotechnic composition) |
| Vapor Density | Not applicable (solid article) |
| Water Reactivity | May contain water-reactive pyrotechnic mixtures; avoid water unless manufacturer specifies otherwise |
| Extinguishing | Dry chemical, sand, or dry earth; avoid water-based agents unless composition is known to be water-compatible |
| PPE | ⚠️ Level B minimum with structural firefighting gear; SCBA required; protect against heat and potential fragments |
| Isolation | ERG 112: isolate spill/leak area at least 500m in all directions; if fire or explosion, evacuate 1600m in all directions |
Chemical details are general reference only. Always verify with current SDS, ERG, and SOP/SOG.
Common hazards (high level)
- Fire and burning hazard — not mass explosion.
- Intense heat and possible fragment projection.
- May deflagrate and initiate other materials.
- Smoke and toxic combustion products.
First actions (field-minded)
- CALL 911. Then call emergency response telephone number on shipping paper.
- Isolate area; stage upwind — fire and fragment hazard.
- Request Hazmat + law enforcement.
- Control ignition sources; deny entry.
- Consult current ERG Guide 112 and follow SOP/SOG.
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UN 0430 — Articles, pyrotechnic for technical purp HAZMAT RADIO NOTE — UN 0430
Product: Articles, pyrotechnic for technical purposes
Class 1 / Explosive 1.3G / ERG 112
PPE: Level B minimum with structural firefighting gear; SCBA required; protect against heat and potential fragments
ISOLATION: ERG 112: isolate spill/leak area at least 500m in all directions; if fire or explosion, evacuate 1600m in all directions
ACTION: Stage upwind · Isolate · Deny entry · Request HazmatRADIO
Use for: Quick radio or face-to-face size-up. Short, structured, field-ready.
=== IC HAZMAT BRIEFING ===
UN 0430 — Articles, pyrotechnic for technical purposes
Class: 1 | Placard: Explosive 1.3G | ERG Guide: 112
Appearance: Manufactured articles containing pyrotechnic compositions designed for technical purposes such as heat generation, gas production, theatrical effects, or signaling. May be various colors and configurations depending on specific device.
Water Reactivity: May contain water-reactive pyrotechnic mixtures; avoid water unless manufacturer specifies otherwise
Extinguishing: Dry chemical, sand, or dry earth; avoid water-based agents unless composition is known to be water-compatible
PPE: Level B minimum with structural firefighting gear; SCBA required; protect against heat and potential fragments
Isolation: ERG 112: isolate spill/leak area at least 500m in all directions; if fire or explosion, evacuate 1600m in all directions
— Key Hazards —
• Fire and burning hazard — not mass explosion.
• Intense heat and possible fragment projection.
• May deflagrate and initiate other materials.
— First Actions —
• CALL 911. Then call emergency response telephone number on shipping paper.
• Isolate area; stage upwind — fire and fragment hazard.
• Request Hazmat + law enforcement.
• Control ignition sources; deny entry.
SOURCE: allfirefighter.com/hazmat/un/0430 | Always use current ERG + SOP/SOGIC BRIEFING
Use for: Incident command briefing, staging area whiteboard, or pre-entry team brief. Full chemical + response details.
UN0430 Articles, pyrotechnic for technical purposes Cls1 ERG112 | allfirefighter.com/hazmat/un/0430SMS / 160 CHAR
Use for: Quick text to command or incoming units. Fits in a single SMS. Includes link to full page.
⚠️ Quick-reference only. Always use current ERG + SOP/SOG for incident-specific actions. Page: https://allfirefighter.com/hazmat/un/0430
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Discovery block for training / quick reference. Always consult the current ERG + your SOP/SOG for operations.
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FAQ
Fire and burning hazard — not mass explosion. Intense heat and possible fragment projection. May deflagrate and initiate other materials. Smoke and toxic combustion products.
CALL 911. Then call emergency response telephone number on shipping paper. Isolate area; stage upwind — fire and fragment hazard. Request Hazmat + law enforcement.
Level B minimum with structural firefighting gear; SCBA required; protect against heat and potential fragments
No. This is a training/quick-reference aid only. Always consult the current ERG Guide 112 and your department SOP/SOG for incident-specific protective actions.
Sources (high level): DOT/PHMSA marking & class concepts + ERG usage principles. This page does not reproduce ERG guide text—always consult the current ERG for incident-specific protective actions.