☣️ UN 2344 • CLASS 3

UN 2344 — Bromopropanes

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 2344 Quick Details

UN 2344
Product name: Bromopropanes
DOT Class: 3
Placard type: Flammable
ERG Guide: 129 (check current ERG)
Initial isolation: ERG 129: Isolate spill 50m all directions; if tank/rail car involved in fire, isolate 800m and consider evacuation

Common Hazards of UN 2344

  • 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-Bromopropane2-BromopropanePropyl bromideIsopropyl bromiden-Propyl bromide
AppearanceColorless to pale yellow liquid with a chloroform-like or sweet odor. Exists as isomers at room temperature.
Flash Point-10°C (14°F) to -1°C (30°F) depending on isomer
Boiling Point59°C to 71°C (138°F to 160°F) depending on isomer
Vapor Density4.3 (heavier than air)
Water ReactivityNo significant reaction; insoluble in water
Chemical details are general reference only. Always verify with current SDS, ERG, and SOP/SOG.

Fireground Response Guidance — UN 2344

Extinguishing Media

Alcohol-resistant foam, CO2, dry chemical, water spray for cooling

PPE Requirements

⚠️ Level B minimum; SCBA required in confined spaces or high vapor concentrations; chemical-resistant gloves and suits

Isolation & Evacuation

ERG 129: Isolate spill 50m all directions; if tank/rail car involved in fire, isolate 800m and consider evacuation
Always confirm protective actions with the current edition of the Emergency Response Guidebook (ERG Guide 129).

First Actions for a UN 2344 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 2344 — Bromopropanes
HAZMAT RADIO NOTE — UN 2344 Product: Bromopropanes Class 3 / Flammable / ERG 129 PPE: Level B minimum; SCBA required in confined spaces or high vapor concentrations; chemical-resistant gloves and suits ISOLATION: ERG 129: Isolate spill 50m all directions; if tank/rail car involved in fire, isolate 800m and consider evacuation ACTION: Stage upwind · Isolate · Deny entry · Request HazmatRADIO

Use for: Quick radio or face-to-face size-up. Short, structured, field-ready.

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=== IC HAZMAT BRIEFING === UN 2344 — Bromopropanes Class: 3 | Placard: Flammable | ERG Guide: 129 Appearance: Colorless to pale yellow liquid with a chloroform-like or sweet odor. Exists as isomers at room temperature. Water Reactivity: No significant reaction; insoluble in water Extinguishing: Alcohol-resistant foam, CO2, dry chemical, water spray for cooling PPE: Level B minimum; SCBA required in confined spaces or high vapor concentrations; chemical-resistant gloves and suits Isolation: ERG 129: Isolate spill 50m all directions; if tank/rail car involved in fire, isolate 800m and consider evacuation — 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/2344 | 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)
UN2344 Bromopropanes Cls3 ERG129 | ERG 129: Isolate spill 50m all directions; if tank/rail car involved in fire, is | allfirefighter.com/hazmat/un/2344SMS / 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/2344

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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 2344

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 high vapor concentrations; chemical-resistant gloves and suits

Water reactivity: No significant reaction; insoluble in water. Recommended extinguishing: Alcohol-resistant foam, CO2, dry chemical, water spray for cooling.

ERG Guide 129 recommendation: ERG 129: Isolate spill 50m all directions; if tank/rail car involved in fire, isolate 800m and consider evacuation

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.