☣️ UN 2724 • CLASS 5
UN 2724 — Manganese nitrate
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 2724 Quick Details
UN 2724
Product name: Manganese nitrate
DOT Class: 5
Placard type: Oxidizer
ERG Guide: 140 (check current ERG)
Initial isolation: ERG 140: isolate spill 25m all directions; for large fire isolate 800m all directions and consider evacuation
Common Hazards of UN 2724
- 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 | Manganese(II) nitrateManganous nitrateNitric acid manganese saltManganese dinitrate |
| CAS Number | 10377-66-9 |
| Appearance | Pink to pale rose crystalline solid or solution. Hygroscopic (absorbs moisture from air). Odorless. Commercially available as tetrahydrate. |
| Flash Point | Not applicable (oxidizing solid) |
| Boiling Point | Decomposes at 129C (264F) before boiling |
| Vapor Density | Not applicable (solid) |
| Water Reactivity | Dissolves readily in water without hazardous reaction; solution may be corrosive |
Chemical details are general reference only. Always verify with current SDS, ERG, and SOP/SOG.
Fireground Response Guidance — UN 2724
Extinguishing Media
Water spray to cool containers, dry chemical, CO2; avoid organic materials near fire
PPE Requirements
⚠️ Level B minimum; SCBA required in fire or decomposition scenarios; chemical-resistant gloves and clothing
Isolation & Evacuation
ERG 140: isolate spill 25m all directions; for large fire isolate 800m all directions and consider evacuation
Always confirm protective actions with the current edition of the Emergency Response Guidebook (ERG Guide 140).
First Actions for a UN 2724 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 2724 — Manganese nitrateHAZMAT RADIO NOTE — UN 2724
Product: Manganese nitrate
Class 5 / Oxidizer / ERG 140
PPE: Level B minimum; SCBA required in fire or decomposition scenarios; chemical-resistant gloves and clothing
ISOLATION: ERG 140: isolate spill 25m all directions; for large fire isolate 800m all directions 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.
=== IC HAZMAT BRIEFING ===
UN 2724 — Manganese nitrate
Class: 5 | Placard: Oxidizer | ERG Guide: 140
Appearance: Pink to pale rose crystalline solid or solution. Hygroscopic (absorbs moisture from air). Odorless. Commercially available as tetrahydrate.
Water Reactivity: Dissolves readily in water without hazardous reaction; solution may be corrosive
Extinguishing: Water spray to cool containers, dry chemical, CO2; avoid organic materials near fire
PPE: Level B minimum; SCBA required in fire or decomposition scenarios; chemical-resistant gloves and clothing
Isolation: ERG 140: isolate spill 25m all directions; for large fire isolate 800m all directions and consider evacuation
— 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/2724 | Always use current ERG + SOP/SOGIC BRIEFING
Use for: Incident command briefing, staging area whiteboard, or pre-entry team brief. Full chemical + response details.
UN2724 Manganese nitrate Cls5 ERG140 | ERG 140: isolate spill 25m all directions; for large fire isolate 800m all direc | allfirefighter.com/hazmat/un/2724SMS / 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/2724
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Frequently Asked Questions about UN 2724
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; SCBA required in fire or decomposition scenarios; chemical-resistant gloves and clothing
Water reactivity: Dissolves readily in water without hazardous reaction; solution may be corrosive. Recommended extinguishing: Water spray to cool containers, dry chemical, CO2; avoid organic materials near fire.
ERG Guide 140 recommendation: ERG 140: isolate spill 25m all directions; for large fire isolate 800m all directions and consider evacuation
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.