☣️ UN 3236 • CLASS 4
UN 3236 — Self-reactive solid type D, temperature controlled
Placard: Flammable Solid. ERG Guide 150. 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 3236 Quick Details
UN 3236
Product name: Self-reactive solid type D, temperature controlled
DOT Class: 4
Placard type: Flammable Solid
ERG Guide: 150 (check current ERG)
Initial isolation: ERG 150: isolate 25m all directions initially; if tank/cargo on fire, isolate 800m all directions and evacuate 800m; maintain control temperature during transport
Common Hazards of UN 3236
- Self-decomposition, self-polymerization, or self-ignition may be triggered by heat, chemical
- Self-accelerating decomposition may occur if the specific "control temperature" is not maintained.
- These materials are particularly sensitive to temperature rises. Above a given "Control Temperature"
- May be ignited by heat, sparks or flames.
- Those substances designated with a (P) may polymerize explosively when heated or involved in a fire.
- Some may decompose explosively when heated or involved in a fire.
- May burn violently. Decomposition or polymerization may be self-accelerating and produce large
- Vapors or dust may form explosive mixtures with air.
Chemical Identity & Physical Properties
| Also known as | Self-reactive solid type DTemperature controlled self-reactive solidOrganic peroxide type D solidSADT controlled reactive solid |
| Appearance | Solid material that varies in color and appearance depending on specific formulation. These are thermally unstable organic compounds that can undergo vigorous self-accelerating exothermic decomposition. |
| Flash Point | Not applicable (self-reactive solid) |
| Boiling Point | Not applicable (decomposes before boiling) |
| Vapor Density | Not applicable (solid) |
| Water Reactivity | Generally no significant reaction with water, but decomposition products may be reactive |
Chemical details are general reference only. Always verify with current SDS, ERG, and SOP/SOG.
Fireground Response Guidance — UN 3236
Extinguishing Media
Dry chemical, CO2, water spray for cooling only - avoid foam on burning material
PPE Requirements
⚠️ Level B minimum with SCBA required; thermal protective clothing if fire involvement; monitor temperature continuously
Isolation & Evacuation
ERG 150: isolate 25m all directions initially; if tank/cargo on fire, isolate 800m all directions and evacuate 800m; maintain control temperature during transport
Always confirm protective actions with the current edition of the Emergency Response Guidebook (ERG Guide 150).
First Actions for a UN 3236 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
- Consider initial evacuation for at least 250 meters (800 feet) in all directions.
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UN 3236 — Self-reactive solid type D, temperatureHAZMAT RADIO NOTE — UN 3236
Product: Self-reactive solid type D, temperature controlled
Class 4 / Flammable Solid / ERG 150
PPE: Level B minimum with SCBA required; thermal protective clothing if fire involvement; monitor temperature continuously
ISOLATION: ERG 150: isolate 25m all directions initially; if tank/cargo on fire, isolate 800m all directions and evacuate 800m; maintain control temperature during transport
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 3236 — Self-reactive solid type D, temperature controlled
Class: 4 | Placard: Flammable Solid | ERG Guide: 150
Appearance: Solid material that varies in color and appearance depending on specific formulation. These are thermally unstable organic compounds that can undergo vigorous self-accelerating exothermic decomposition.
Water Reactivity: Generally no significant reaction with water, but decomposition products may be reactive
Extinguishing: Dry chemical, CO2, water spray for cooling only - avoid foam on burning material
PPE: Level B minimum with SCBA required; thermal protective clothing if fire involvement; monitor temperature continuously
Isolation: ERG 150: isolate 25m all directions initially; if tank/cargo on fire, isolate 800m all directions and evacuate 800m; maintain control temperature during transport
— Key Hazards —
• Self-decomposition, self-polymerization, or self-ignition may be triggered by heat, chemical
• Self-accelerating decomposition may occur if the specific "control temperature" is not maintained.
• These materials are particularly sensitive to temperature rises. Above a given "Control Temperature"
— 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/3236 | Always use current ERG + SOP/SOGIC BRIEFING
Use for: Incident command briefing, staging area whiteboard, or pre-entry team brief. Full chemical + response details.
UN3236 Self-reactive solid type D, temperature controlled Cls4 ERG150 | allfirefighter.com/hazmat/un/3236SMS / 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/3236
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Frequently Asked Questions about UN 3236
Self-decomposition, self-polymerization, or self-ignition may be triggered by heat, chemical Self-accelerating decomposition may occur if the specific "control temperature" is not maintained. These materials are particularly sensitive to temperature rises. Above a given "Control Temperature" May be ignited by heat, sparks or flames. Those substances designated with a (P) may polymerize explosively when heated or involved in a fire. Some may decompose explosively when heated or involved in a fire. May burn violently. Decomposition or polymerization may be self-accelerating and produce large Vapors or dust 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 with SCBA required; thermal protective clothing if fire involvement; monitor temperature continuously
Water reactivity: Generally no significant reaction with water, but decomposition products may be reactive. Recommended extinguishing: Dry chemical, CO2, water spray for cooling only - avoid foam on burning material.
ERG Guide 150 recommendation: ERG 150: isolate 25m all directions initially; if tank/cargo on fire, isolate 800m all directions and evacuate 800m; maintain control temperature during transport
No. This is a training/quick-reference aid only. Always consult the current ERG Guide 150 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.