☣️ UN 2324 • CLASS 3
UN 2324 — Triisobutylene
Placard: Flammable. ERG Guide 128. 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 2324 Quick Details
UN 2324
Product name: Triisobutylene
DOT Class: 3
Placard type: Flammable
ERG Guide: 128 (check current ERG)
Initial isolation: ERG 128: small spill isolate 30m all directions; large spill isolate 150m all directions; fire evacuation 800m radius
Common Hazards of UN 2324
- 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 | 2,4,4-Trimethyl-1-penteneDiisobutyleneTIBTriisobuteneIsooctene |
| CAS Number | 7756-94-7 |
| Appearance | Colorless liquid with a mild hydrocarbon odor. Lighter than water and insoluble in water. |
| Flash Point | -6C (21F) |
| Boiling Point | 101-104C (214-219F) |
| Vapor Density | 3.9 (heavier than air) |
| Water Reactivity | No significant reaction; floats on water |
Chemical details are general reference only. Always verify with current SDS, ERG, and SOP/SOG.
Fireground Response Guidance — UN 2324
Extinguishing Media
AFFF foam, alcohol-resistant foam, CO2, dry chemical
PPE Requirements
⚠️ Level B minimum; SCBA required in confined spaces or fire conditions; chemical-resistant gloves and clothing
Isolation & Evacuation
ERG 128: small spill isolate 30m all directions; large spill isolate 150m all directions; fire evacuation 800m radius
Always confirm protective actions with the current edition of the Emergency Response Guidebook (ERG Guide 128).
First Actions for a UN 2324 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 2324 — TriisobutyleneHAZMAT RADIO NOTE — UN 2324
Product: Triisobutylene
Class 3 / Flammable / ERG 128
PPE: Level B minimum; SCBA required in confined spaces or fire conditions; chemical-resistant gloves and clothing
ISOLATION: ERG 128: small spill isolate 30m all directions; large spill isolate 150m all directions; fire evacuation 800m radius
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 2324 — Triisobutylene
Class: 3 | Placard: Flammable | ERG Guide: 128
Appearance: Colorless liquid with a mild hydrocarbon odor. Lighter than water and insoluble in water.
Water Reactivity: No significant reaction; floats on water
Extinguishing: AFFF foam, alcohol-resistant foam, CO2, dry chemical
PPE: Level B minimum; SCBA required in confined spaces or fire conditions; chemical-resistant gloves and clothing
Isolation: ERG 128: small spill isolate 30m all directions; large spill isolate 150m all directions; fire evacuation 800m radius
— 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/2324 | Always use current ERG + SOP/SOGIC BRIEFING
Use for: Incident command briefing, staging area whiteboard, or pre-entry team brief. Full chemical + response details.
UN2324 Triisobutylene Cls3 ERG128 | ERG 128: small spill isolate 30m all directions; large spill isolate 150m all di | allfirefighter.com/hazmat/un/2324SMS / 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/2324
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Frequently Asked Questions about UN 2324
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; SCBA required in confined spaces or fire conditions; chemical-resistant gloves and clothing
Water reactivity: No significant reaction; floats on water. Recommended extinguishing: AFFF foam, alcohol-resistant foam, CO2, dry chemical.
ERG Guide 128 recommendation: ERG 128: small spill isolate 30m all directions; large spill isolate 150m all directions; fire evacuation 800m radius
No. This is a training/quick-reference aid only. Always consult the current ERG Guide 128 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.