☣️ UN 3382 • CLASS 6
Poisonous by inhalation liquid, n.o.s. (Inhalation Hazard Zone B)
Placard: Toxic. 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 3382
Class: 6
Placard type: Toxic
ERG: Guide 151 (check current ERG)
Isolation: ERG 151: Isolate spill 50m all directions; initial evacuation 100m downwind; if tank/cargo involved in fire, isolate 800m all directions
Chemical & Response Details
| Also known as | Toxic liquid n.o.s.PIH liquid Zone BPoisonous inhalation hazard liquidToxic by inhalation liquid n.o.s. |
| Appearance | Variable appearance as this is a generic n.o.s. (not otherwise specified) entry covering multiple toxic liquids. Physical properties depend on the specific substance shipped under this classification. |
| Flash Point | Variable - depends on specific substance; may range from non-flammable to highly flammable |
| Boiling Point | Variable - depends on specific substance being transported |
| Vapor Density | Variable - typically heavier than air for most toxic liquids in this category |
| Water Reactivity | Variable - depends on specific substance; assume potential water reactivity until identified |
| Extinguishing | Use alcohol-resistant foam, CO2, or dry chemical if flammable; water spray may be used from distance to cool containers |
| PPE | ⚠️ Level A required for unknown toxic liquids; positive pressure SCBA mandatory; chemical-resistant suit; avoid any skin contact |
| Isolation | ERG 151: Isolate spill 50m all directions; initial evacuation 100m downwind; if tank/cargo involved in fire, isolate 800m all directions |
Chemical details are general reference only. Always verify with current SDS, ERG, and SOP/SOG.
Common hazards (high level)
- 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.
First actions (field-minded)
- 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 3382 — Poisonous by inhalation liquid, n.o.s. ( HAZMAT RADIO NOTE — UN 3382
Product: Poisonous by inhalation liquid, n.o.s. (Inhalation Hazard Zone B)
Class 6 / Toxic / ERG 151
PPE: Level A required for unknown toxic liquids; positive pressure SCBA mandatory; chemical-resistant suit; avoid any skin contact
ISOLATION: ERG 151: Isolate spill 50m all directions; initial evacuation 100m downwind; if tank/cargo 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 3382 — Poisonous by inhalation liquid, n.o.s. (Inhalation Hazard Zone B)
Class: 6 | Placard: Toxic | ERG Guide: 151
Appearance: Variable appearance as this is a generic n.o.s. (not otherwise specified) entry covering multiple toxic liquids. Physical properties depend on the specific substance shipped under this classification.
Water Reactivity: Variable - depends on specific substance; assume potential water reactivity until identified
Extinguishing: Use alcohol-resistant foam, CO2, or dry chemical if flammable; water spray may be used from distance to cool containers
PPE: Level A required for unknown toxic liquids; positive pressure SCBA mandatory; chemical-resistant suit; avoid any skin contact
Isolation: ERG 151: Isolate spill 50m all directions; initial evacuation 100m downwind; if tank/cargo involved in fire, isolate 800m all directions
— 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/3382 | Always use current ERG + SOP/SOGIC BRIEFING
Use for: Incident command briefing, staging area whiteboard, or pre-entry team brief. Full chemical + response details.
UN3382 Poisonous by inhalation liquid, n.o.s. (Inhalation Hazard Zone B) Cls6 ERG151 | allfirefighter.com/hazmat/un/3382SMS / 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/3382
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FAQ
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 required for unknown toxic liquids; positive pressure SCBA mandatory; chemical-resistant suit; avoid any skin contact
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.