☣️ UN 2721 • CLASS 5
UN 2721 — Copper chlorate
Placard: Oxidizer. ERG Guide 140. 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 2721 Quick Details
UN 2721
Product name: Copper chlorate
DOT Class: 5
Placard type: Oxidizer
ERG Guide: 140 (check current ERG)
Initial isolation: ERG 140: Small spill isolate 100m all directions. Large spill isolate 500m all directions, protect from shock/friction/heat. If fire involved, evacuate 800m radius.
Common Hazards of UN 2721
- These substances will accelerate burning when involved in a fire.
- Some may decompose explosively when heated or involved in a fire.
- May explode from heat or contamination.
- Some will react explosively with hydrocarbons (fuels).
- May ignite combustibles (wood, paper, oil, clothing, etc.).
- Containers may explode when heated.
- Runoff may create fire or explosion hazard.
- Inhalation, ingestion or contact (skin, eyes) with vapors or substance may cause severe injury, burns or
Chemical Identity & Physical Properties
| Also known as | Cupric chlorateCopper(II) chlorateChloric acid copper(II) salt |
| CAS Number | 14721-21-2 |
| Appearance | Blue-green crystalline solid or powder. Odorless. Hygroscopic material that absorbs moisture from air. |
| Flash Point | Not applicable (oxidizer solid) |
| Boiling Point | Not applicable (decomposes before boiling) |
| Vapor Density | Not applicable (solid) |
| Water Reactivity | Soluble in water; solution is corrosive. No violent reaction with water itself. |
Chemical details are general reference only. Always verify with current SDS, ERG, and SOP/SOG.
Fireground Response Guidance — UN 2721
Extinguishing Media
Dry chemical, sand, or earth only. Do not use water streams directly on material. May use water spray from distance to cool containers.
PPE Requirements
⚠️ Level B minimum recommended. SCBA with full face piece. Chemical-resistant suit and gloves required. Avoid contact with combustibles.
Isolation & Evacuation
ERG 140: Small spill isolate 100m all directions. Large spill isolate 500m all directions, protect from shock/friction/heat. If fire involved, evacuate 800m radius.
Always confirm protective actions with the current edition of the Emergency Response Guidebook (ERG Guide 140).
First Actions for a UN 2721 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 in all directions for at least 50 meters (150 feet) for liquids and at least 25 meters
- Consider initial downwind evacuation for at least 100 meters (330 feet).
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UN 2721 — Copper chlorateHAZMAT RADIO NOTE — UN 2721
Product: Copper chlorate
Class 5 / Oxidizer / ERG 140
PPE: Level B minimum recommended. SCBA with full face piece. Chemical-resistant suit and gloves required. Avoid contact with combustibles.
ISOLATION: ERG 140: Small spill isolate 100m all directions. Large spill isolate 500m all directions, protect from shock/friction/heat. If fire involved, evacuate 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 2721 — Copper chlorate
Class: 5 | Placard: Oxidizer | ERG Guide: 140
Appearance: Blue-green crystalline solid or powder. Odorless. Hygroscopic material that absorbs moisture from air.
Water Reactivity: Soluble in water; solution is corrosive. No violent reaction with water itself.
Extinguishing: Dry chemical, sand, or earth only. Do not use water streams directly on material. May use water spray from distance to cool containers.
PPE: Level B minimum recommended. SCBA with full face piece. Chemical-resistant suit and gloves required. Avoid contact with combustibles.
Isolation: ERG 140: Small spill isolate 100m all directions. Large spill isolate 500m all directions, protect from shock/friction/heat. If fire involved, evacuate 800m radius.
— Key Hazards —
• These substances will accelerate burning when involved in a fire.
• Some may decompose explosively when heated or involved in a fire.
• May explode from heat or contamination.
— 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/2721 | Always use current ERG + SOP/SOGIC BRIEFING
Use for: Incident command briefing, staging area whiteboard, or pre-entry team brief. Full chemical + response details.
UN2721 Copper chlorate Cls5 ERG140 | ERG 140: Small spill isolate 100m all directions. Large spill isolate 500m all d | allfirefighter.com/hazmat/un/2721SMS / 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/2721
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Frequently Asked Questions about UN 2721
These substances will accelerate burning when involved in a fire. Some may decompose explosively when heated or involved in a fire. May explode from heat or contamination. Some will react explosively with hydrocarbons (fuels). May ignite combustibles (wood, paper, oil, clothing, etc.). Containers may explode when heated. Runoff may create fire or explosion hazard. Inhalation, ingestion or contact (skin, eyes) with vapors or substance may cause severe injury, burns or
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 recommended. SCBA with full face piece. Chemical-resistant suit and gloves required. Avoid contact with combustibles.
Water reactivity: Soluble in water; solution is corrosive. No violent reaction with water itself.. Recommended extinguishing: Dry chemical, sand, or earth only. Do not use water streams directly on material. May use water spray from distance to cool containers..
ERG Guide 140 recommendation: ERG 140: Small spill isolate 100m all directions. Large spill isolate 500m all directions, protect from shock/friction/heat. If fire involved, evacuate 800m radius.
No. This is a training/quick-reference aid only. Always consult the current ERG Guide 140 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.