☣️ UN 1120 • CLASS 3
UN 1120 — Butanols
Placard: Flammable. ERG Guide 129. 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 1120 Quick Details
UN 1120
Product name: Butanols
DOT Class: 3
Placard type: Flammable
ERG Guide: 129 (check current ERG)
Initial isolation: ERG 129: Small spill isolate 50m all directions; large spill isolate 150m all directions, evacuate 800m downwind if fire
Common Hazards of UN 1120
- HIGHLY FLAMMABLE: Will be easily ignited by heat, sparks or flames.
- Vapors may form explosive mixtures with air.
- Vapors may travel to source of ignition and flash back.
- Most vapors are heavier than air. They will spread along the ground and collect in low or confined areas
- Vapor explosion hazard indoors, outdoors or in sewers.
- Those substances designated with a (P) may polymerize explosively when heated or involved in a fire.
- Runoff to sewer may create fire or explosion hazard.
- Containers may explode when heated.
Chemical Identity & Physical Properties
| Also known as | n-ButanolButyl alcohol1-Butanolsec-Butanol2-Butanoltert-Butanol2-Methyl-2-propanolisobutanol2-Methyl-1-propanol |
| Appearance | Clear, colorless liquid with a characteristic alcoholic, wine-like odor. May have a slight banana-like odor depending on isomer. Liquid at room temperature. |
| Flash Point | 29-37°C (84-99°F) depending on isomer |
| Boiling Point | 82-118°C (180-244°F) depending on isomer |
| Vapor Density | 2.6 (heavier than air) |
| Water Reactivity | Soluble in water; no significant reaction. Some isomers are miscible. |
Chemical details are general reference only. Always verify with current SDS, ERG, and SOP/SOG.
Fireground Response Guidance — UN 1120
Extinguishing Media
Alcohol-resistant foam (AFFF-AR), CO2, dry chemical, water spray
PPE Requirements
⚠️ Level B minimum for vapor exposure; SCBA required in confined spaces or heavy vapor areas; chemical-resistant gloves and clothing
Isolation & Evacuation
ERG 129: Small spill isolate 50m all directions; large spill isolate 150m all directions, evacuate 800m downwind if fire
Always confirm protective actions with the current edition of the Emergency Response Guidebook (ERG Guide 129).
First Actions for a UN 1120 Incident
- CALL 911. Then call emergency response telephone number on shipping paper. If shipping paper
- Keep unauthorized personnel away.
- Stay upwind, uphill and/or upstream.
- Ventilate closed spaces before entering, but only if properly trained and equipped.
- Isolate spill or leak area for at least 50 meters (150 feet) in all directions.
- Consider initial downwind evacuation for at least 300 meters (1000 feet).
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UN 1120 — ButanolsHAZMAT RADIO NOTE — UN 1120
Product: Butanols
Class 3 / Flammable / ERG 129
PPE: Level B minimum for vapor exposure; SCBA required in confined spaces or heavy vapor areas; chemical-resistant gloves and clothing
ISOLATION: ERG 129: Small spill isolate 50m all directions; large spill isolate 150m all directions, evacuate 800m downwind if fire
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 1120 — Butanols
Class: 3 | Placard: Flammable | ERG Guide: 129
Appearance: Clear, colorless liquid with a characteristic alcoholic, wine-like odor. May have a slight banana-like odor depending on isomer. Liquid at room temperature.
Water Reactivity: Soluble in water; no significant reaction. Some isomers are miscible.
Extinguishing: Alcohol-resistant foam (AFFF-AR), CO2, dry chemical, water spray
PPE: Level B minimum for vapor exposure; SCBA required in confined spaces or heavy vapor areas; chemical-resistant gloves and clothing
Isolation: ERG 129: Small spill isolate 50m all directions; large spill isolate 150m all directions, evacuate 800m downwind if fire
— Key Hazards —
• HIGHLY FLAMMABLE: Will be easily ignited by heat, sparks or flames.
• Vapors may form explosive mixtures with air.
• Vapors may travel to source of ignition and flash back.
— First Actions —
• CALL 911. Then call emergency response telephone number on shipping paper. If shipping paper
• Keep unauthorized personnel away.
• Stay upwind, uphill and/or upstream.
• Ventilate closed spaces before entering, but only if properly trained and equipped.
SOURCE: allfirefighter.com/hazmat/un/1120 | Always use current ERG + SOP/SOGIC BRIEFING
Use for: Incident command briefing, staging area whiteboard, or pre-entry team brief. Full chemical + response details.
UN1120 Butanols Cls3 ERG129 | ERG 129: Small spill isolate 50m all directions; large spill isolate 150m all di | allfirefighter.com/hazmat/un/1120SMS / 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/1120
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Frequently Asked Questions about UN 1120
HIGHLY FLAMMABLE: Will be easily ignited by heat, sparks or flames. Vapors may form explosive mixtures with air. Vapors may travel to source of ignition and flash back. Most vapors are heavier than air. They will spread along the ground and collect in low or confined areas Vapor explosion hazard indoors, outdoors or in sewers. Those substances designated with a (P) may polymerize explosively when heated or involved in a fire. Runoff to sewer may create fire or explosion hazard. Containers may explode when heated.
CALL 911. Then call emergency response telephone number on shipping paper. If shipping paper Keep unauthorized personnel away. Stay upwind, uphill and/or upstream.
Level B minimum for vapor exposure; SCBA required in confined spaces or heavy vapor areas; chemical-resistant gloves and clothing
Water reactivity: Soluble in water; no significant reaction. Some isomers are miscible.. Recommended extinguishing: Alcohol-resistant foam (AFFF-AR), CO2, dry chemical, water spray.
ERG Guide 129 recommendation: ERG 129: Small spill isolate 50m all directions; large spill isolate 150m all directions, evacuate 800m downwind if fire
No. This is a training/quick-reference aid only. Always consult the current ERG Guide 129 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.