☣️ UN 1286 • CLASS 3
Rosin oil
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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Quick details
UN 1286
Class: 3
Placard type: Flammable
ERG: Guide 127 (check current ERG)
Verify shipping papers and exact product details; use ERG Guide 127 for initial actions and isolation/evacuation guidance.
Chemical & Response Details
| Also known as | Rosin spiritTurpentine substitutePine oil distillateColophony oil |
| CAS Number | 8002-16-2 |
| Appearance | Pale yellow to amber liquid with a characteristic turpentine-like or pine odor. Combustible liquid at room temperature. |
| Flash Point | 76C (169F) |
| Boiling Point | 300-360C (572-680F) |
| Vapor Density | 5.5 (heavier than air) |
| Water Reactivity | No significant reaction; insoluble in water |
| Extinguishing | Alcohol-resistant foam, CO2, dry chemical, water spray for cooling |
| PPE | ⚠️ Level B minimum; full protective clothing and SCBA required in fire or spill situations |
| Isolation | ERG 127: isolate spill 50m all directions; large spill isolate 800m downwind |
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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MAYDAY / HAZMAT QUICK NOTE UN 1286 — Rosin oil Class: 3 | Placard: Flammable ERG: Guide 127 (check current ERG) FIRST ACTIONS: use SOP/SOG + ERG; stage upwind; isolate; deny entry; request Hazmat.
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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; full protective clothing and SCBA required in fire or spill situations
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.