☣️ UN 2995 • CLASS 6
UN 2995 — Organochlorine pesticide, liquid, poisonous, flammable
Placard: Toxic. ERG Guide 131. 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 2995 Quick Details
UN 2995
Product name: Organochlorine pesticide, liquid, poisonous, flammable
DOT Class: 6
Placard type: Toxic
ERG Guide: 131 (check current ERG)
Initial isolation: ERG 131: Small spill isolate 30m all directions; Large spill isolate 100m all directions and consider evacuation 300m downwind
Common Hazards of UN 2995
- TOXIC; may be fatal if inhaled, ingested or absorbed through skin.
- Inhalation or contact with some of these materials will irritate or burn skin and eyes.
- Methyl chloroacetate (UN2295) is an eye irritant/lachrymator (causes flow of tears).
- Fire will produce irritating, corrosive and/or toxic gases.
- Vapors may cause dizziness or asphyxiation, especially when in closed or confined areas.
- Runoff from fire control or dilution water may cause environmental contamination.
- HIGHLY FLAMMABLE: Will be easily ignited by heat, sparks or flames.
- Vapors may form explosive mixtures with air.
Chemical Identity & Physical Properties
| Also known as | Organochlorine pesticide liquidChlorinated hydrocarbon pesticideOrganochlorine insecticide liquidChlorinated organic pesticide |
| Appearance | Clear to amber liquid with mild to pungent odor depending on formulation. Most organochlorine pesticides are oily liquids at room temperature. |
| Flash Point | 23-61C (73-142F) depending on formulation and solvent carrier |
| Boiling Point | Variable, typically 100-300C (212-572F) depending on specific compound |
| Vapor Density | Greater than 1 (heavier than air) |
| Water Reactivity | No significant reaction with water, though largely insoluble in water |
Chemical details are general reference only. Always verify with current SDS, ERG, and SOP/SOG.
Fireground Response Guidance — UN 2995
Extinguishing Media
Alcohol-resistant foam, CO2, dry chemical, water spray for cooling only
PPE Requirements
⚠️ Level B minimum; SCBA and full chemical-resistant suit required due to high dermal toxicity and absorption risk
Isolation & Evacuation
ERG 131: Small spill isolate 30m all directions; Large spill isolate 100m all directions and consider evacuation 300m downwind
Always confirm protective actions with the current edition of the Emergency Response Guidebook (ERG Guide 131).
First Actions for a UN 2995 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 for at least 50 meters (150 feet) in all directions.
- 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 2995 — Organochlorine pesticide, liquid, poisonHAZMAT RADIO NOTE — UN 2995
Product: Organochlorine pesticide, liquid, poisonous, flammable
Class 6 / Toxic / ERG 131
PPE: Level B minimum; SCBA and full chemical-resistant suit required due to high dermal toxicity and absorption risk
ISOLATION: ERG 131: Small spill isolate 30m all directions; Large spill isolate 100m all directions and consider evacuation 300m 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 2995 — Organochlorine pesticide, liquid, poisonous, flammable
Class: 6 | Placard: Toxic | ERG Guide: 131
Appearance: Clear to amber liquid with mild to pungent odor depending on formulation. Most organochlorine pesticides are oily liquids at room temperature.
Water Reactivity: No significant reaction with water, though largely insoluble in water
Extinguishing: Alcohol-resistant foam, CO2, dry chemical, water spray for cooling only
PPE: Level B minimum; SCBA and full chemical-resistant suit required due to high dermal toxicity and absorption risk
Isolation: ERG 131: Small spill isolate 30m all directions; Large spill isolate 100m all directions and consider evacuation 300m downwind
— Key Hazards —
• TOXIC; may be fatal if inhaled, ingested or absorbed through skin.
• Inhalation or contact with some of these materials will irritate or burn skin and eyes.
• Methyl chloroacetate (UN2295) is an eye irritant/lachrymator (causes flow of tears).
— 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/2995 | Always use current ERG + SOP/SOGIC BRIEFING
Use for: Incident command briefing, staging area whiteboard, or pre-entry team brief. Full chemical + response details.
UN2995 Organochlorine pesticide, liquid, poisonous, flammable Cls6 ERG131 | allfirefighter.com/hazmat/un/2995SMS / 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/2995
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Frequently Asked Questions about UN 2995
TOXIC; may be fatal if inhaled, ingested or absorbed through skin. Inhalation or contact with some of these materials will irritate or burn skin and eyes. Methyl chloroacetate (UN2295) is an eye irritant/lachrymator (causes flow of tears). Fire will produce irritating, corrosive and/or toxic gases. Vapors may cause dizziness or asphyxiation, especially when in closed or confined areas. Runoff from fire control or dilution water may cause environmental contamination. HIGHLY FLAMMABLE: Will be easily ignited by heat, sparks or flames. Vapors may form explosive mixtures with air.
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 and full chemical-resistant suit required due to high dermal toxicity and absorption risk
Water reactivity: No significant reaction with water, though largely insoluble in water. Recommended extinguishing: Alcohol-resistant foam, CO2, dry chemical, water spray for cooling only.
ERG Guide 131 recommendation: ERG 131: Small spill isolate 30m all directions; Large spill isolate 100m all directions and consider evacuation 300m downwind
No. This is a training/quick-reference aid only. Always consult the current ERG Guide 131 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.