☣️ UN 2332 • CLASS 3
UN 2332 — Acetaldehyde oxime
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 2332 Quick Details
UN 2332
Product name: Acetaldehyde oxime
DOT Class: 3
Placard type: Flammable
ERG Guide: 129 (check current ERG)
Initial isolation: ERG 129: Small spill isolate 30m all directions; large spill isolate 150m all directions, evacuate 800m downwind if fire
Common Hazards of UN 2332
- 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 | Ethanal oximeAcetoximeAldoximeN-Ethylidenehydroxylamine |
| CAS Number | 107-29-9 |
| Appearance | Colorless to pale yellow liquid with a characteristic pungent odor. Miscible with water and most organic solvents. |
| Flash Point | 39°C (102°F) |
| Boiling Point | 115°C (239°F) |
| Vapor Density | 2.1 (heavier than air) |
| Water Reactivity | Soluble in water; no violent reaction but may hydrolyze slowly |
Chemical details are general reference only. Always verify with current SDS, ERG, and SOP/SOG.
Fireground Response Guidance — UN 2332
Extinguishing Media
Alcohol-resistant foam, CO2, dry chemical, water spray
PPE Requirements
⚠️ Level B minimum; SCBA required in enclosed spaces or fire conditions; chemical-resistant gloves and suit
Isolation & Evacuation
ERG 129: Small spill isolate 30m all directions; large spill isolate 150m all directions, evacuate 800m downwind if fire
Always confirm protective actions with the current edition of the Emergency Response Guidebook (ERG Guide 129).
First Actions for a UN 2332 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 2332 — Acetaldehyde oximeHAZMAT RADIO NOTE — UN 2332
Product: Acetaldehyde oxime
Class 3 / Flammable / ERG 129
PPE: Level B minimum; SCBA required in enclosed spaces or fire conditions; chemical-resistant gloves and suit
ISOLATION: ERG 129: Small spill isolate 30m all directions; large spill isolate 150m all directions, evacuate 800m downwind if fire
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 2332 — Acetaldehyde oxime
Class: 3 | Placard: Flammable | ERG Guide: 129
Appearance: Colorless to pale yellow liquid with a characteristic pungent odor. Miscible with water and most organic solvents.
Water Reactivity: Soluble in water; no violent reaction but may hydrolyze slowly
Extinguishing: Alcohol-resistant foam, CO2, dry chemical, water spray
PPE: Level B minimum; SCBA required in enclosed spaces or fire conditions; chemical-resistant gloves and suit
Isolation: ERG 129: Small spill isolate 30m all directions; large spill isolate 150m all directions, evacuate 800m downwind 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/2332 | Always use current ERG + SOP/SOGIC BRIEFING
Use for: Incident command briefing, staging area whiteboard, or pre-entry team brief. Full chemical + response details.
UN2332 Acetaldehyde oxime Cls3 ERG129 | ERG 129: Small spill isolate 30m all directions; large spill isolate 150m all di | allfirefighter.com/hazmat/un/2332SMS / 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/2332
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Frequently Asked Questions about UN 2332
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 enclosed spaces or fire conditions; chemical-resistant gloves and suit
Water reactivity: Soluble in water; no violent reaction but may hydrolyze slowly. Recommended extinguishing: Alcohol-resistant foam, CO2, dry chemical, water spray.
ERG Guide 129 recommendation: ERG 129: Small spill isolate 30m all directions; large spill isolate 150m all directions, evacuate 800m downwind 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.