☣️ UN 2875 • CLASS 6
UN 2875 — Hexachlorophene
Placard: Toxic. ERG Guide 151. 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 2875 Quick Details
UN 2875
Product name: Hexachlorophene
DOT Class: 6
Placard type: Toxic
ERG Guide: 151 (check current ERG)
Initial isolation: ERG 151: isolate spill/leak 25m all directions; if large spill consider 50m isolation; evacuate downwind if fire threatens containers
Common Hazards of UN 2875
- Highly toxic, may be fatal if inhaled, ingested or absorbed through skin.
- Avoid any skin contact.
- Fire may produce irritating, corrosive and/or toxic gases.
- Runoff from fire control or dilution water may be corrosive and/or toxic and cause environmental
- Non-combustible, substance itself does not burn but may decompose upon heating to produce corrosive
- Containers may explode when heated.
- Runoff may pollute waterways.
Chemical Identity & Physical Properties
| Also known as | HCP2,2'-Methylenebis(3,4,6-trichlorophenol)Bis(2-hydroxy-3,5,6-trichlorophenyl)methaneHexachlorophaneG-11 |
| CAS Number | 70-30-4 |
| Appearance | White or light tan crystalline powder or solid with a slight phenolic odor. Insoluble in water. |
| Flash Point | Not applicable (solid, low flammability) |
| Boiling Point | Decomposes before boiling at approximately 165-166C (329-331F) |
| Vapor Density | Not applicable (solid with negligible vapor pressure) |
| Water Reactivity | No significant reaction with water; insoluble |
Chemical details are general reference only. Always verify with current SDS, ERG, and SOP/SOG.
Fireground Response Guidance — UN 2875
Extinguishing Media
Dry chemical, CO2, water spray for cooling containers
PPE Requirements
⚠️ Level B minimum; SCBA required; full skin protection mandatory to prevent dermal absorption
Isolation & Evacuation
ERG 151: isolate spill/leak 25m all directions; if large spill consider 50m isolation; evacuate downwind if fire threatens containers
Always confirm protective actions with the current edition of the Emergency Response Guidebook (ERG Guide 151).
First Actions for a UN 2875 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.
- 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 2875 — HexachloropheneHAZMAT RADIO NOTE — UN 2875
Product: Hexachlorophene
Class 6 / Toxic / ERG 151
PPE: Level B minimum; SCBA required; full skin protection mandatory to prevent dermal absorption
ISOLATION: ERG 151: isolate spill/leak 25m all directions; if large spill consider 50m isolation; evacuate downwind if fire threatens containers
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 2875 — Hexachlorophene
Class: 6 | Placard: Toxic | ERG Guide: 151
Appearance: White or light tan crystalline powder or solid with a slight phenolic odor. Insoluble in water.
Water Reactivity: No significant reaction with water; insoluble
Extinguishing: Dry chemical, CO2, water spray for cooling containers
PPE: Level B minimum; SCBA required; full skin protection mandatory to prevent dermal absorption
Isolation: ERG 151: isolate spill/leak 25m all directions; if large spill consider 50m isolation; evacuate downwind if fire threatens containers
— Key Hazards —
• Highly toxic, may be fatal if inhaled, ingested or absorbed through skin.
• Avoid any skin contact.
• Fire may produce irritating, corrosive and/or toxic gases.
— 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.
• Isolate spill or leak area in all directions for at least 50 meters (150 feet) for liquids and at least 25 meters
SOURCE: allfirefighter.com/hazmat/un/2875 | Always use current ERG + SOP/SOGIC BRIEFING
Use for: Incident command briefing, staging area whiteboard, or pre-entry team brief. Full chemical + response details.
UN2875 Hexachlorophene Cls6 ERG151 | ERG 151: isolate spill/leak 25m all directions; if large spill consider 50m isol | allfirefighter.com/hazmat/un/2875SMS / 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/2875
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Frequently Asked Questions about UN 2875
Highly toxic, may be fatal if inhaled, ingested or absorbed through skin. Avoid any skin contact. Fire may produce irritating, corrosive and/or toxic gases. Runoff from fire control or dilution water may be corrosive and/or toxic and cause environmental Non-combustible, substance itself does not burn but may decompose upon heating to produce corrosive Containers may explode when heated. Runoff may pollute waterways.
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; full skin protection mandatory to prevent dermal absorption
Water reactivity: No significant reaction with water; insoluble. Recommended extinguishing: Dry chemical, CO2, water spray for cooling containers.
ERG Guide 151 recommendation: ERG 151: isolate spill/leak 25m all directions; if large spill consider 50m isolation; evacuate downwind if fire threatens containers
No. This is a training/quick-reference aid only. Always consult the current ERG Guide 151 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.