☣️ UN 1169 • CLASS 3
Extracts, aromatic, liquid
Placard: Flammable. 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 1169
Class: 3
Placard type: Flammable
ERG: Guide 127 (check current ERG)
Isolation: ERG 127: Small spill isolate 30m all directions; large spill isolate 100m all directions. If tank/rail car involved in fire, isolate 800m all directions and consider initial evacuation 800m all directions.
Chemical & Response Details
| Also known as | Aromatic extractsAromatic solvent extractsLiquid aromatic hydrocarbonsAromatic petroleum extractsMixed aromatic solvents |
| Appearance | Clear to amber-colored liquid with a characteristic aromatic, petroleum-like odor. Liquid at room temperature, consisting of mixed aromatic hydrocarbons extracted from petroleum fractions. |
| Flash Point | Typically 23°C to 60°C (73°F to 140°F) depending on specific composition |
| Boiling Point | Wide range typically 110°C to 200°C (230°F to 392°F) depending on mixture |
| Vapor Density | Greater than 3 (heavier than air) |
| Water Reactivity | Insoluble in water; floats on water surface. No significant reaction with water. |
| Extinguishing | Alcohol-resistant AFFF foam, regular AFFF foam, CO2, dry chemical, water spray for cooling |
| PPE | ⚠️ Level B minimum for spill response; SCBA and chemical-resistant suit. Level C may be acceptable with appropriate air monitoring showing vapors below IDLH. |
| Isolation | ERG 127: Small spill isolate 30m all directions; large spill isolate 100m all directions. If tank/rail car involved in fire, isolate 800m all directions and consider initial evacuation 800m all directions. |
Chemical details are general reference only. Always verify with current SDS, ERG, and SOP/SOG.
Common hazards (high level)
- 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.
First actions (field-minded)
- 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 1169 — Extracts, aromatic, liquid HAZMAT RADIO NOTE — UN 1169
Product: Extracts, aromatic, liquid
Class 3 / Flammable / ERG 127
PPE: Level B minimum for spill response; SCBA and chemical-resistant suit. Level C may be acceptable with appropriate air monitoring showing vapors below IDLH.
ISOLATION: ERG 127: Small spill isolate 30m all directions; large spill isolate 100m all directions. If tank/rail car involved in fire, isolate 800m all directions and consider initial evacuation 800m 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 1169 — Extracts, aromatic, liquid
Class: 3 | Placard: Flammable | ERG Guide: 127
Appearance: Clear to amber-colored liquid with a characteristic aromatic, petroleum-like odor. Liquid at room temperature, consisting of mixed aromatic hydrocarbons extracted from petroleum fractions.
Water Reactivity: Insoluble in water; floats on water surface. No significant reaction with water.
Extinguishing: Alcohol-resistant AFFF foam, regular AFFF foam, CO2, dry chemical, water spray for cooling
PPE: Level B minimum for spill response; SCBA and chemical-resistant suit. Level C may be acceptable with appropriate air monitoring showing vapors below IDLH.
Isolation: ERG 127: Small spill isolate 30m all directions; large spill isolate 100m all directions. If tank/rail car involved in fire, isolate 800m all directions and consider initial evacuation 800m all directions.
— 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/1169 | Always use current ERG + SOP/SOGIC BRIEFING
Use for: Incident command briefing, staging area whiteboard, or pre-entry team brief. Full chemical + response details.
UN1169 Extracts, aromatic, liquid Cls3 ERG127 | allfirefighter.com/hazmat/un/1169SMS / 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/1169
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FAQ
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 spill response; SCBA and chemical-resistant suit. Level C may be acceptable with appropriate air monitoring showing vapors below IDLH.
No. This is a training/quick-reference aid only. Always consult the current ERG Guide 127 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.