☣️ UN 1312 • CLASS 4

Borneol

Placard: Flammable Solid. 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 1312
Class: 4
Placard type: Flammable Solid
ERG: Guide 133 (check current ERG)
Isolation: ERG 133: Small spill - isolate 30m in all directions; Large spill - isolate 100m in all directions, consider evacuation 300m downwind if fire involved.
Chemical & Response Details
Also known as2-Bornanol2-CamphanolBorneo camphorBornyl alcoholendo-BorneolCamphol
CAS Number507-70-0
AppearanceWhite crystalline solid with a sharp, camphor-like odor. Exists as colorless crystals or powder at room temperature.
Flash Point66°C (151°F)
Boiling Point212°C (414°F)
Vapor Density5.24 (heavier than air)
Water ReactivityNo significant reaction with water; slightly soluble.
ExtinguishingDry chemical, CO2, water spray, or regular foam suitable for Class B fires
PPE⚠️ Level C minimum with appropriate respiratory protection; full protective clothing and gloves recommended to prevent skin contact.
IsolationERG 133: Small spill - isolate 30m in all directions; Large spill - isolate 100m in all directions, consider evacuation 300m downwind if fire involved.
Chemical details are general reference only. Always verify with current SDS, ERG, and SOP/SOG.
Common hazards (high level)
  • Flammable/combustible material.
  • May be ignited by friction, heat, sparks or flames.
  • Some may burn rapidly with flare-burning effect.
  • Powders, dusts, shavings, borings, turnings or cuttings may explode or burn with explosive violence.
  • Substance may be transported in a molten form at a temperature that may be above its flash point.
  • May re-ignite after fire is extinguished.
  • Fire may produce irritating and/or toxic gases.
  • Contact may cause burns to skin and eyes.
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.
  • Isolate spill or leak area for at least 25 meters (75 feet) in all directions.
  • Consider initial downwind evacuation for at least 100 meters (330 feet).
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UN 1312 — Borneol
HAZMAT RADIO NOTE — UN 1312 Product: Borneol Class 4 / Flammable Solid / ERG 133 PPE: Level C minimum with appropriate respiratory protection; full protective clothing and gloves recommended to prevent skin contact. ISOLATION: ERG 133: Small spill - isolate 30m in all directions; Large spill - isolate 100m in all directions, consider evacuation 300m downwind if fire involved. ACTION: Stage upwind · Isolate · Deny entry · Request HazmatRADIO

Use for: Quick radio or face-to-face size-up. Short, structured, field-ready.

SMS WhatsApp
=== IC HAZMAT BRIEFING === UN 1312 — Borneol Class: 4 | Placard: Flammable Solid | ERG Guide: 133 Appearance: White crystalline solid with a sharp, camphor-like odor. Exists as colorless crystals or powder at room temperature. Water Reactivity: No significant reaction with water; slightly soluble. Extinguishing: Dry chemical, CO2, water spray, or regular foam suitable for Class B fires PPE: Level C minimum with appropriate respiratory protection; full protective clothing and gloves recommended to prevent skin contact. Isolation: ERG 133: Small spill - isolate 30m in all directions; Large spill - isolate 100m in all directions, consider evacuation 300m downwind if fire involved. — Key Hazards — • Flammable/combustible material. • May be ignited by friction, heat, sparks or flames. • Some may burn rapidly with flare-burning effect. — 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. • Isolate spill or leak area for at least 25 meters (75 feet) in all directions. SOURCE: allfirefighter.com/hazmat/un/1312 | Always use current ERG + SOP/SOGIC BRIEFING

Use for: Incident command briefing, staging area whiteboard, or pre-entry team brief. Full chemical + response details.

SMS (short)
UN1312 Borneol Cls4 ERG133 | ERG 133: Small spill - isolate 30m in all directions; Large spill - isolate 100m | allfirefighter.com/hazmat/un/1312SMS / 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/1312
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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

Flammable/combustible material. May be ignited by friction, heat, sparks or flames. Some may burn rapidly with flare-burning effect. Powders, dusts, shavings, borings, turnings or cuttings may explode or burn with explosive violence. Substance may be transported in a molten form at a temperature that may be above its flash point. May re-ignite after fire is extinguished. Fire may produce irritating and/or toxic gases. Contact may cause burns to skin and eyes.

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 C minimum with appropriate respiratory protection; full protective clothing and gloves recommended to prevent skin contact.

No. This is a training/quick-reference aid only. Always consult the current ERG Guide 133 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.