☣️ UN 2992 • CLASS 6
UN 2992 — Carbamate pesticide, liquid, poisonous
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 2992 Quick Details
UN 2992
Product name: Carbamate pesticide, liquid, poisonous
DOT Class: 6
Placard type: Toxic
ERG Guide: 151 (check current ERG)
Initial isolation: ERG 151: Spill - isolate 25m all directions; Fire - isolate 800m all directions, consider evacuation 800m downwind
Common Hazards of UN 2992
- 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 | Carbamate insecticide liquidCarbamate pesticide solutionN-methylcarbamate pesticideCarbaryl-type pesticideCarbofuran-type pesticide |
| Appearance | Clear to amber liquid with mild to moderate chemical odor. Physical properties vary by specific carbamate compound and formulation concentration. |
| Flash Point | Varies by formulation, typically 23-61C (73-142F) depending on solvent carrier |
| Boiling Point | Varies by formulation and solvent, typically 100-200C (212-392F) |
| Vapor Density | Greater than 1 (heavier than air), varies by specific formulation |
| Water Reactivity | Generally stable in water, may slowly hydrolyze in alkaline conditions |
Chemical details are general reference only. Always verify with current SDS, ERG, and SOP/SOG.
Fireground Response Guidance — UN 2992
Extinguishing Media
Alcohol-resistant foam, dry chemical, CO2; water spray for cooling containers
PPE Requirements
⚠️ Level A or B required; SCBA mandatory; chemical-resistant suit, gloves, boots; no skin contact; decontamination required
Isolation & Evacuation
ERG 151: Spill - isolate 25m all directions; Fire - isolate 800m all directions, consider evacuation 800m downwind
Always confirm protective actions with the current edition of the Emergency Response Guidebook (ERG Guide 151).
First Actions for a UN 2992 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 2992 — Carbamate pesticide, liquid, poisonousHAZMAT RADIO NOTE — UN 2992
Product: Carbamate pesticide, liquid, poisonous
Class 6 / Toxic / ERG 151
PPE: Level A or B required; SCBA mandatory; chemical-resistant suit, gloves, boots; no skin contact; decontamination required
ISOLATION: ERG 151: Spill - isolate 25m all directions; Fire - isolate 800m all directions, consider evacuation 800m downwind
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 2992 — Carbamate pesticide, liquid, poisonous
Class: 6 | Placard: Toxic | ERG Guide: 151
Appearance: Clear to amber liquid with mild to moderate chemical odor. Physical properties vary by specific carbamate compound and formulation concentration.
Water Reactivity: Generally stable in water, may slowly hydrolyze in alkaline conditions
Extinguishing: Alcohol-resistant foam, dry chemical, CO2; water spray for cooling containers
PPE: Level A or B required; SCBA mandatory; chemical-resistant suit, gloves, boots; no skin contact; decontamination required
Isolation: ERG 151: Spill - isolate 25m all directions; Fire - isolate 800m all directions, consider evacuation 800m downwind
— 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/2992 | Always use current ERG + SOP/SOGIC BRIEFING
Use for: Incident command briefing, staging area whiteboard, or pre-entry team brief. Full chemical + response details.
UN2992 Carbamate pesticide, liquid, poisonous Cls6 ERG151 | allfirefighter.com/hazmat/un/2992SMS / 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/2992
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Frequently Asked Questions about UN 2992
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 A or B required; SCBA mandatory; chemical-resistant suit, gloves, boots; no skin contact; decontamination required
Water reactivity: Generally stable in water, may slowly hydrolyze in alkaline conditions. Recommended extinguishing: Alcohol-resistant foam, dry chemical, CO2; water spray for cooling containers.
ERG Guide 151 recommendation: ERG 151: Spill - isolate 25m all directions; Fire - isolate 800m all directions, consider evacuation 800m downwind
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.