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UN 1314 — Calcium resinate, fused
Placard: Flammable Solid. ERG Guide 133. 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.
Calcium resinate, fused is a yellowish-brown to dark brown solid mass or lumps with a characteristic resinous odor. It appears as a fused, waxy or brittle material at room temperature.
Hazard overview: Calcium resinate, fused is a flammable/combustible material that may be ignited by friction, heat, sparks, or flames. It can cause fires or explosions if not handled properly.
Response guidance: In case of fire, use dry chemical, CO2, sand, water spray, or foam to extinguish the flames. Wear Level D PPE for routine handling, and Level C with SCBA for fire or significant dust exposure.
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UN 1314 Quick Details
UN 1314
Product name: Calcium resinate, fused
DOT Class: 4
Placard type: Flammable Solid
ERG Guide: 133 (check current ERG)
Initial isolation: ERG 133: Initially isolate 50m in all directions. If tank/rail car involved in fire, isolate 800m in all directions and consider initial evacuation for 800m.
Common Hazards of UN 1314
- Flammable/combustible material.
- May be ignited by friction, heat, sparks or flames.
- Some may burn rapidly with flare-burning effect.
- Powders, dusts, shavings, borings, turnings or cuttings may explode or burn with explosive violence.
- Substance may be transported in a molten form at a temperature that may be above its flash point.
- May re-ignite after fire is extinguished.
- Fire may produce irritating and/or toxic gases.
- Contact may cause burns to skin and eyes.
Chemical Identity & Physical Properties
Calcium resinate, fused is a yellowish-brown to dark brown solid mass or lumps with a characteristic resinous odor.
| Also known as | Calcium resinateRosin calcium saltCalcium abietateCalcium salt of rosin acidsFused calcium resinate |
| CAS Number | 9007-13-0 |
| Appearance | Yellowish-brown to dark brown solid mass or lumps with a characteristic resinous odor. Appears as a fused, waxy or brittle material at room temperature. |
| Flash Point | Not applicable (combustible solid, no flash point) |
| Boiling Point | Not applicable (decomposes upon heating) |
| Vapor Density | Not applicable (solid) |
| Water Reactivity | No significant reaction with water; insoluble in water |
Chemical details are general reference only. Always verify with current SDS, ERG, and SOP/SOG.
Fireground Response Guidance — UN 1314
Extinguishing Media
Dry chemical, CO2, sand, water spray for cooling. Foam may be used for large fires.
PPE Requirements
⚠️ Level D for routine handling; Level C with SCBA for fire or significant dust exposure. Wear protective gloves and safety glasses.
Wear Level D PPE for routine handling, and Level C with SCBA for fire or significant dust exposure.
Isolation & Evacuation
ERG 133: Initially isolate 50m in all directions. If tank/rail car involved in fire, isolate 800m in all directions and consider initial evacuation for 800m.
Always confirm protective actions with the current edition of the Emergency Response Guidebook (ERG Guide 133).
First Actions for a UN 1314 Incident
- Keep unauthorized personnel away.
- Stay upwind, uphill and/or upstream.
- Isolate spill or leak area for at least 25 meters (75 feet) in all directions.
- Consider initial downwind evacuation for at least 100 meters (330 feet).
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UN 1314 — Calcium resinate, fusedHAZMAT RADIO NOTE — UN 1314
Product: Calcium resinate, fused
Class 4 / Flammable Solid / ERG 133
PPE: Level D for routine handling; Level C with SCBA for fire or significant dust exposure. Wear protective gloves and safety glasses.
ISOLATION: ERG 133: Initially isolate 50m in all directions. If tank/rail car involved in fire, isolate 800m in all directions and consider initial evacuation for 800m.
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 1314 — Calcium resinate, fused
Class: 4 | Placard: Flammable Solid | ERG Guide: 133
Appearance: Yellowish-brown to dark brown solid mass or lumps with a characteristic resinous odor. Appears as a fused, waxy or brittle material at room temperature.
Water Reactivity: No significant reaction with water; insoluble in water
Extinguishing: Dry chemical, CO2, sand, water spray for cooling. Foam may be used for large fires.
PPE: Level D for routine handling; Level C with SCBA for fire or significant dust exposure. Wear protective gloves and safety glasses.
Isolation: ERG 133: Initially isolate 50m in all directions. If tank/rail car involved in fire, isolate 800m in all directions and consider initial evacuation for 800m.
— Key Hazards —
• Flammable/combustible material.
• May be ignited by friction, heat, sparks or flames.
• Some may burn rapidly with flare-burning effect.
— First Actions —
• Keep unauthorized personnel away.
• Stay upwind, uphill and/or upstream.
• Isolate spill or leak area for at least 25 meters (75 feet) in all directions.
• Consider initial downwind evacuation for at least 100 meters (330 feet).
SOURCE: allfirefighter.com/hazmat/un/1314 | Always use current ERG + SOP/SOGIC BRIEFING
Use for: Incident command briefing, staging area whiteboard, or pre-entry team brief.
UN1314 Calcium resinate, fused Cls4 ERG133 | allfirefighter.com/hazmat/un/1314SMS / 160 CHAR
Use for: Quick text to command or incoming units. Fits in a single SMS.
⚠️ Quick-reference only. Always use current ERG + SOP/SOG for incident-specific actions.
Page: https://allfirefighter.com/hazmat/un/calcium-resinate-fused-un-1314
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Frequently Asked Questions about UN 1314
Yes, UN 1314 Calcium Resinate, Fused is a flammable solid.
Wear Level D PPE for routine handling, and Level C with SCBA for fire or significant dust exposure.
Use dry chemical, CO2, sand, water spray, or foam to extinguish the flames.
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.