☣️ UN 2047 • CLASS 3

UN 2047 — Dichloropropenes

Placard: Flammable. ERG Guide 129. 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 2047 Quick Details

UN 2047
Product name: Dichloropropenes
DOT Class: 3
Placard type: Flammable
ERG Guide: 129 (check current ERG)
Initial isolation: ERG 129: isolate spill 50m all directions; for large spill isolate 150m; evacuate immediate area if fire

Common Hazards of UN 2047

  • 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.

Chemical Identity & Physical Properties

Also known as1,3-DichloropropeneTeloneD-D mixtureDichloropropyleneVidden D
CAS Number26952-23-8
AppearanceColorless to amber liquid with a sweet, irritating chloroform-like odor. Exists as cis and trans isomers or mixtures thereof.
Flash Point35°C (95°F)
Boiling Point104-112°C (219-234°F)
Vapor Density3.8 (heavier than air)
Water ReactivityNo significant reaction with water; slightly soluble
Chemical details are general reference only. Always verify with current SDS, ERG, and SOP/SOG.

Fireground Response Guidance — UN 2047

Extinguishing Media

AFFF foam, dry chemical, CO2; water spray for cooling

PPE Requirements

⚠️ Level B minimum with SCBA; chemical-resistant suit for spill response; avoid skin contact

Isolation & Evacuation

ERG 129: isolate spill 50m all directions; for large spill isolate 150m; evacuate immediate area if fire
Always confirm protective actions with the current edition of the Emergency Response Guidebook (ERG Guide 129).

First Actions for a UN 2047 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 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 2047 — Dichloropropenes
HAZMAT RADIO NOTE — UN 2047 Product: Dichloropropenes Class 3 / Flammable / ERG 129 PPE: Level B minimum with SCBA; chemical-resistant suit for spill response; avoid skin contact ISOLATION: ERG 129: isolate spill 50m all directions; for large spill isolate 150m; evacuate immediate area if fire 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 2047 — Dichloropropenes Class: 3 | Placard: Flammable | ERG Guide: 129 Appearance: Colorless to amber liquid with a sweet, irritating chloroform-like odor. Exists as cis and trans isomers or mixtures thereof. Water Reactivity: No significant reaction with water; slightly soluble Extinguishing: AFFF foam, dry chemical, CO2; water spray for cooling PPE: Level B minimum with SCBA; chemical-resistant suit for spill response; avoid skin contact Isolation: ERG 129: isolate spill 50m all directions; for large spill isolate 150m; evacuate immediate area if fire — 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/2047 | 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)
UN2047 Dichloropropenes Cls3 ERG129 | ERG 129: isolate spill 50m all directions; for large spill isolate 150m; evacuat | allfirefighter.com/hazmat/un/2047SMS / 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/2047

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Discovery block for training / quick reference. Always consult the current ERG + your SOP/SOG for operations.
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Frequently Asked Questions about UN 2047

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 with SCBA; chemical-resistant suit for spill response; avoid skin contact

Water reactivity: No significant reaction with water; slightly soluble. Recommended extinguishing: AFFF foam, dry chemical, CO2; water spray for cooling.

ERG Guide 129 recommendation: ERG 129: isolate spill 50m all directions; for large spill isolate 150m; evacuate immediate area if fire

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.