☣️ UN 2698 • CLASS 8
Tetrahydrophthalic anhydrides
Placard: Corrosive. 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 2698
Class: 8
Placard type: Corrosive
ERG: Guide 156 (check current ERG)
Isolation: ERG 156: isolate spill 25m all directions; for large spill isolate 50m, evacuate 300m downwind if fire or water-reactive release occurs
Chemical & Response Details
| Also known as | THPATetrahydrophthalic acid anhydride1,2,3,6-Tetrahydrophthalic anhydride3,4,5,6-Tetrahydrophthalic anhydrideHexahydrophthalic anhydride (isomer)HHPA |
| CAS Number | 85-43-8 |
| Appearance | White to pale yellow crystalline solid or viscous liquid (depending on isomer). Acrid, irritating odor. Combustible at room temperature. |
| Flash Point | 153°C (307°F) |
| Boiling Point | 195-200°C (383-392°F) |
| Vapor Density | 5.2 (heavier than air) |
| Water Reactivity | Reacts with water releasing corrosive acidic fumes and heat; reaction can be vigorous with large quantities |
| Extinguishing | Dry chemical, CO2, water spray (use cautiously from distance); avoid direct water contact with bulk material |
| PPE | ⚠️ Level B minimum with chemical-resistant suit; SCBA required in confined spaces or fire; skin/eye protection mandatory due to severe irritant properties |
| Isolation | ERG 156: isolate spill 25m all directions; for large spill isolate 50m, evacuate 300m downwind if fire or water-reactive release occurs |
Chemical details are general reference only. Always verify with current SDS, ERG, and SOP/SOG.
Common hazards (high level)
- Combustible material: may burn but does not ignite readily.
- Substance will react with water (some violently) releasing flammable, toxic or corrosive gases and runoff.
- When heated, vapors may form explosive mixtures with air: indoors, outdoors and sewers explosion
- Most vapors are heavier than air. They will spread along the ground and collect in low or confined areas
- Vapors may travel to source of ignition and flash back.
- Corrosives in contact with metals may evolve flammable hydrogen gas.
- Containers may explode when heated or if contaminated with water.
- TOXIC and/or CORROSIVE; inhalation, ingestion or contact (skin, eyes) with vapors, dusts or substance
First actions (field-minded)
- 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 in all directions for at least 50 meters (150 feet) for liquids and at least 25 meters
- For highlighted materials: see Table 1 - Initial Isolation and Protective Action Distances.
- For non-highlighted materials: increase the immediate precautionary measure distance, in the downwind
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UN 2698 — Tetrahydrophthalic anhydrides HAZMAT RADIO NOTE — UN 2698
Product: Tetrahydrophthalic anhydrides
Class 8 / Corrosive / ERG 156
PPE: Level B minimum with chemical-resistant suit; SCBA required in confined spaces or fire; skin/eye protection mandatory due to severe irritant properties
ISOLATION: ERG 156: isolate spill 25m all directions; for large spill isolate 50m, evacuate 300m downwind if fire or water-reactive release occurs
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 2698 — Tetrahydrophthalic anhydrides
Class: 8 | Placard: Corrosive | ERG Guide: 156
Appearance: White to pale yellow crystalline solid or viscous liquid (depending on isomer). Acrid, irritating odor. Combustible at room temperature.
Water Reactivity: Reacts with water releasing corrosive acidic fumes and heat; reaction can be vigorous with large quantities
Extinguishing: Dry chemical, CO2, water spray (use cautiously from distance); avoid direct water contact with bulk material
PPE: Level B minimum with chemical-resistant suit; SCBA required in confined spaces or fire; skin/eye protection mandatory due to severe irritant properties
Isolation: ERG 156: isolate spill 25m all directions; for large spill isolate 50m, evacuate 300m downwind if fire or water-reactive release occurs
— Key Hazards —
• Combustible material: may burn but does not ignite readily.
• Substance will react with water (some violently) releasing flammable, toxic or corrosive gases and runoff.
• When heated, vapors may form explosive mixtures with air: indoors, outdoors and sewers explosion
— 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/2698 | Always use current ERG + SOP/SOGIC BRIEFING
Use for: Incident command briefing, staging area whiteboard, or pre-entry team brief. Full chemical + response details.
UN2698 Tetrahydrophthalic anhydrides Cls8 ERG156 | allfirefighter.com/hazmat/un/2698SMS / 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/2698
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FAQ
Combustible material: may burn but does not ignite readily. Substance will react with water (some violently) releasing flammable, toxic or corrosive gases and runoff. When heated, vapors may form explosive mixtures with air: indoors, outdoors and sewers explosion Most vapors are heavier than air. They will spread along the ground and collect in low or confined areas Vapors may travel to source of ignition and flash back. Corrosives in contact with metals may evolve flammable hydrogen gas. Containers may explode when heated or if contaminated with water. TOXIC and/or CORROSIVE; inhalation, ingestion or contact (skin, eyes) with vapors, dusts or substance
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 chemical-resistant suit; SCBA required in confined spaces or fire; skin/eye protection mandatory due to severe irritant properties
No. This is a training/quick-reference aid only. Always consult the current ERG Guide 156 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.