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UN 2219 — Allyl glycidyl ether
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 2219 Quick Details
UN 2219
Product name: Allyl glycidyl ether
DOT Class: 3
Placard type: Flammable
ERG Guide: 129 (check current ERG)
Initial isolation: ERG 129: Isolate spill area immediately for at least 50 meters in all directions. If tank/rail car is involved in fire, isolate 800 meters in all directions and evacuate.
Common Hazards of UN 2219
- 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 as | AGE1-Allyloxy-2,3-epoxypropaneAllyl 2,3-epoxypropyl etherGlycidyl allyl ether1,2-Epoxy-3-allyloxypropane |
| CAS Number | 106-92-3 |
| Appearance | Clear, colorless to pale yellow liquid with a pleasant, slightly pungent odor. Lighter than water and floats on surface. |
| Flash Point | 57°C (135°F) |
| Boiling Point | 154°C (309°F) |
| Vapor Density | 3.9 (heavier than air) |
| Water Reactivity | No significant reaction with water, though slightly water-soluble and may polymerize over time in presence of acids or bases. |
Chemical details are general reference only. Always verify with current SDS, ERG, and SOP/SOG.
Fireground Response Guidance — UN 2219
Extinguishing Media
Alcohol-resistant foam, dry chemical, CO2. Water spray may be used to cool containers and disperse vapors.
PPE Requirements
⚠️ Level B minimum for spill response; SCBA required in enclosed or high vapor concentration areas. Butyl rubber or nitrile gloves recommended.
Isolation & Evacuation
ERG 129: Isolate spill area immediately for at least 50 meters in all directions. If tank/rail car is involved in fire, isolate 800 meters in all directions and evacuate.
Always confirm protective actions with the current edition of the Emergency Response Guidebook (ERG Guide 129).
First Actions for a UN 2219 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 2219 — Allyl glycidyl etherHAZMAT RADIO NOTE — UN 2219
Product: Allyl glycidyl ether
Class 3 / Flammable / ERG 129
PPE: Level B minimum for spill response; SCBA required in enclosed or high vapor concentration areas. Butyl rubber or nitrile gloves recommended.
ISOLATION: ERG 129: Isolate spill area immediately for at least 50 meters in all directions. If tank/rail car is involved in fire, isolate 800 meters in all directions and evacuate.
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 2219 — Allyl glycidyl ether
Class: 3 | Placard: Flammable | ERG Guide: 129
Appearance: Clear, colorless to pale yellow liquid with a pleasant, slightly pungent odor. Lighter than water and floats on surface.
Water Reactivity: No significant reaction with water, though slightly water-soluble and may polymerize over time in presence of acids or bases.
Extinguishing: Alcohol-resistant foam, dry chemical, CO2. Water spray may be used to cool containers and disperse vapors.
PPE: Level B minimum for spill response; SCBA required in enclosed or high vapor concentration areas. Butyl rubber or nitrile gloves recommended.
Isolation: ERG 129: Isolate spill area immediately for at least 50 meters in all directions. If tank/rail car is involved in fire, isolate 800 meters in all directions and evacuate.
— 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/2219 | Always use current ERG + SOP/SOGIC BRIEFING
Use for: Incident command briefing, staging area whiteboard, or pre-entry team brief. Full chemical + response details.
UN2219 Allyl glycidyl ether Cls3 ERG129 | ERG 129: Isolate spill area immediately for at least 50 meters in all directions | allfirefighter.com/hazmat/un/2219SMS / 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/2219
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Frequently Asked Questions about UN 2219
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 for spill response; SCBA required in enclosed or high vapor concentration areas. Butyl rubber or nitrile gloves recommended.
Water reactivity: No significant reaction with water, though slightly water-soluble and may polymerize over time in presence of acids or bases.. Recommended extinguishing: Alcohol-resistant foam, dry chemical, CO2. Water spray may be used to cool containers and disperse vapors..
ERG Guide 129 recommendation: ERG 129: Isolate spill area immediately for at least 50 meters in all directions. If tank/rail car is involved in fire, isolate 800 meters in all directions and evacuate.
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.