☣️ UN 1212 • CLASS 3
Isobutyl alcohol
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 1212
Class: 3
Placard type: Flammable
ERG: Guide 129 (check current ERG)
Isolation: ERG 129: Initial isolation 50m in all directions; for large spills isolate 150m, evacuate downwind 800m if fire or major spill
Chemical & Response Details
| Also known as | 2-Methyl-1-propanolIsobutanolIBA2-Methylpropyl alcoholIsopropylcarbinol |
| CAS Number | 78-83-1 |
| Appearance | Clear, colorless liquid with a sweet, musty odor. Liquid at room temperature with low viscosity. |
| Flash Point | 28°C (82°F) |
| Boiling Point | 108°C (226°F) |
| Vapor Density | 2.6 (heavier than air) |
| Water Reactivity | No significant reaction; slightly soluble in water (approximately 10% at 20°C) |
| Extinguishing | Alcohol-resistant foam (AR-AFFF), CO2, dry chemical, water spray for cooling |
| PPE | ⚠️ Level B minimum recommended; SCBA and chemical-resistant suit for fire or large spills; nitrile or butyl rubber gloves |
| Isolation | ERG 129: Initial isolation 50m in all directions; for large spills isolate 150m, evacuate downwind 800m if fire or major spill |
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 1212 — Isobutyl alcohol HAZMAT RADIO NOTE — UN 1212
Product: Isobutyl alcohol
Class 3 / Flammable / ERG 129
PPE: Level B minimum recommended; SCBA and chemical-resistant suit for fire or large spills; nitrile or butyl rubber gloves
ISOLATION: ERG 129: Initial isolation 50m in all directions; for large spills isolate 150m, evacuate downwind 800m if fire or major spill
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 1212 — Isobutyl alcohol
Class: 3 | Placard: Flammable | ERG Guide: 129
Appearance: Clear, colorless liquid with a sweet, musty odor. Liquid at room temperature with low viscosity.
Water Reactivity: No significant reaction; slightly soluble in water (approximately 10% at 20°C)
Extinguishing: Alcohol-resistant foam (AR-AFFF), CO2, dry chemical, water spray for cooling
PPE: Level B minimum recommended; SCBA and chemical-resistant suit for fire or large spills; nitrile or butyl rubber gloves
Isolation: ERG 129: Initial isolation 50m in all directions; for large spills isolate 150m, evacuate downwind 800m if fire or major spill
— 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/1212 | Always use current ERG + SOP/SOGIC BRIEFING
Use for: Incident command briefing, staging area whiteboard, or pre-entry team brief. Full chemical + response details.
UN1212 Isobutyl alcohol Cls3 ERG129 | ERG 129: Initial isolation 50m in all directions; for large spills isolate 150m, | allfirefighter.com/hazmat/un/1212SMS / 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/1212
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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 recommended; SCBA and chemical-resistant suit for fire or large spills; nitrile or butyl rubber gloves
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.