☣️ UN 1471 • CLASS 5
UN 1471 — Lithium hypochlorite mixture
Placard: Oxidizer. ERG Guide 140. 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 1471 Quick Details
UN 1471
Product name: Lithium hypochlorite mixture
DOT Class: 5
Placard type: Oxidizer
ERG Guide: 140 (check current ERG)
Initial isolation: ERG 140: isolate spill area 50m all directions; if fire or large spill, isolate 800m all directions and consider evacuation 1600m downwind
Common Hazards of UN 1471
- These substances will accelerate burning when involved in a fire.
- Some may decompose explosively when heated or involved in a fire.
- May explode from heat or contamination.
- Some will react explosively with hydrocarbons (fuels).
- May ignite combustibles (wood, paper, oil, clothing, etc.).
- Containers may explode when heated.
- Runoff may create fire or explosion hazard.
- Inhalation, ingestion or contact (skin, eyes) with vapors or substance may cause severe injury, burns or
Chemical Identity & Physical Properties
| Also known as | Lithium hypochloriteLithium oxychlorideHypochlorous acid lithium saltLithium chlorate(I) |
| Appearance | White to gray-white granular solid or powder with a strong chlorine-like odor. Hygroscopic material that may cake or form lumps when exposed to moisture. |
| Flash Point | Not applicable (oxidizer solid) |
| Boiling Point | Not applicable (decomposes before boiling) |
| Vapor Density | Not applicable (solid) |
| Water Reactivity | Reacts with water releasing chlorine gas and heat; may ignite combustible materials |
Chemical details are general reference only. Always verify with current SDS, ERG, and SOP/SOG.
Fireground Response Guidance — UN 1471
Extinguishing Media
Dry chemical, dry sand, or soda ash; DO NOT use water, foam, or CO2
PPE Requirements
⚠️ Level B minimum with full-face respirator and chemical-resistant suit; upgrade to Level A if airborne chlorine detected or confined space
Isolation & Evacuation
ERG 140: isolate spill area 50m all directions; if fire or large spill, isolate 800m all directions and consider evacuation 1600m downwind
Always confirm protective actions with the current edition of the Emergency Response Guidebook (ERG Guide 140).
First Actions for a UN 1471 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 in all directions for at least 50 meters (150 feet) for liquids and at least 25 meters
- Consider initial downwind evacuation for at least 100 meters (330 feet).
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UN 1471 — Lithium hypochlorite mixtureHAZMAT RADIO NOTE — UN 1471
Product: Lithium hypochlorite mixture
Class 5 / Oxidizer / ERG 140
PPE: Level B minimum with full-face respirator and chemical-resistant suit; upgrade to Level A if airborne chlorine detected or confined space
ISOLATION: ERG 140: isolate spill area 50m all directions; if fire or large spill, isolate 800m all directions and consider evacuation 1600m downwind
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 1471 — Lithium hypochlorite mixture
Class: 5 | Placard: Oxidizer | ERG Guide: 140
Appearance: White to gray-white granular solid or powder with a strong chlorine-like odor. Hygroscopic material that may cake or form lumps when exposed to moisture.
Water Reactivity: Reacts with water releasing chlorine gas and heat; may ignite combustible materials
Extinguishing: Dry chemical, dry sand, or soda ash; DO NOT use water, foam, or CO2
PPE: Level B minimum with full-face respirator and chemical-resistant suit; upgrade to Level A if airborne chlorine detected or confined space
Isolation: ERG 140: isolate spill area 50m all directions; if fire or large spill, isolate 800m all directions and consider evacuation 1600m downwind
— Key Hazards —
• These substances will accelerate burning when involved in a fire.
• Some may decompose explosively when heated or involved in a fire.
• May explode from heat or contamination.
— 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/1471 | Always use current ERG + SOP/SOGIC BRIEFING
Use for: Incident command briefing, staging area whiteboard, or pre-entry team brief. Full chemical + response details.
UN1471 Lithium hypochlorite mixture Cls5 ERG140 | allfirefighter.com/hazmat/un/1471SMS / 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/1471
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Frequently Asked Questions about UN 1471
These substances will accelerate burning when involved in a fire. Some may decompose explosively when heated or involved in a fire. May explode from heat or contamination. Some will react explosively with hydrocarbons (fuels). May ignite combustibles (wood, paper, oil, clothing, etc.). Containers may explode when heated. Runoff may create fire or explosion hazard. Inhalation, ingestion or contact (skin, eyes) with vapors or substance may cause severe injury, burns or
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 with full-face respirator and chemical-resistant suit; upgrade to Level A if airborne chlorine detected or confined space
Water reactivity: Reacts with water releasing chlorine gas and heat; may ignite combustible materials. Recommended extinguishing: Dry chemical, dry sand, or soda ash; DO NOT use water, foam, or CO2.
ERG Guide 140 recommendation: ERG 140: isolate spill area 50m all directions; if fire or large spill, isolate 800m all directions and consider evacuation 1600m downwind
No. This is a training/quick-reference aid only. Always consult the current ERG Guide 140 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.