☣️ UN 2984 • CLASS 5
UN 2984 — Hydrogen peroxide, aqueous solution, with not less than 8% but less than 20% hydrogen peroxide
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 2984 Quick Details
UN 2984
Product name: Hydrogen peroxide, aqueous solution, with not less than 8% but less than 20% hydrogen peroxide
DOT Class: 5
Placard type: Oxidizer
ERG Guide: 140 (check current ERG)
Initial isolation: ERG 140: isolate spill 25-50m; if tank/rail car involved in fire, isolate 800m all directions
Common Hazards of UN 2984
- 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 | hydrogen dioxideperoxidehydrogen peroxide solutionperhydrol dilute |
| CAS Number | 7722-84-1 |
| Appearance | Clear, colorless liquid with a slightly sharp odor. Aqueous solution is stable at concentrations below 20% at room temperature. |
| Flash Point | Not applicable (non-flammable oxidizer) |
| Boiling Point | 108C (226F) for 35% solution; varies with concentration |
| Vapor Density | 1.4 (heavier than air) |
| Water Reactivity | Miscible with water; dilution generates heat but no violent reaction at these concentrations |
Chemical details are general reference only. Always verify with current SDS, ERG, and SOP/SOG.
Fireground Response Guidance — UN 2984
Extinguishing Media
Water spray, dry chemical, CO2; avoid incompatible materials like metals and organics
PPE Requirements
⚠️ Level C minimum with chemical-resistant suit, gloves, and face shield; SCBA for concentrations or confined spaces
Isolation & Evacuation
ERG 140: isolate spill 25-50m; if tank/rail car involved in fire, isolate 800m all directions
Always confirm protective actions with the current edition of the Emergency Response Guidebook (ERG Guide 140).
First Actions for a UN 2984 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 2984 — Hydrogen peroxide, aqueous solution, witHAZMAT RADIO NOTE — UN 2984
Product: Hydrogen peroxide, aqueous solution, with not less than 8% but less than 20% hydrogen peroxide
Class 5 / Oxidizer / ERG 140
PPE: Level C minimum with chemical-resistant suit, gloves, and face shield; SCBA for concentrations or confined spaces
ISOLATION: ERG 140: isolate spill 25-50m; if tank/rail car involved in fire, isolate 800m all directions
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 2984 — Hydrogen peroxide, aqueous solution, with not less than 8% but less than 20% hydrogen peroxide
Class: 5 | Placard: Oxidizer | ERG Guide: 140
Appearance: Clear, colorless liquid with a slightly sharp odor. Aqueous solution is stable at concentrations below 20% at room temperature.
Water Reactivity: Miscible with water; dilution generates heat but no violent reaction at these concentrations
Extinguishing: Water spray, dry chemical, CO2; avoid incompatible materials like metals and organics
PPE: Level C minimum with chemical-resistant suit, gloves, and face shield; SCBA for concentrations or confined spaces
Isolation: ERG 140: isolate spill 25-50m; if tank/rail car involved in fire, isolate 800m all directions
— 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/2984 | Always use current ERG + SOP/SOGIC BRIEFING
Use for: Incident command briefing, staging area whiteboard, or pre-entry team brief. Full chemical + response details.
UN2984 Hydrogen peroxide, aqueous solution, with not less than 8% but less than 20% hydrogen peroxide Cls5 ERG140 | allfirefighter.com/hazmat/un/2984SMS / 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/2984
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Frequently Asked Questions about UN 2984
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 C minimum with chemical-resistant suit, gloves, and face shield; SCBA for concentrations or confined spaces
Water reactivity: Miscible with water; dilution generates heat but no violent reaction at these concentrations. Recommended extinguishing: Water spray, dry chemical, CO2; avoid incompatible materials like metals and organics.
ERG Guide 140 recommendation: ERG 140: isolate spill 25-50m; if tank/rail car involved in fire, isolate 800m all directions
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.