☣️ UN 1515 • CLASS 5
UN 1515 — Zinc permanganate
Placard: Oxidizer. ERG Guide 140. 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.
Zinc permanganate is a highly reactive substance used in various industrial applications. It is essential to handle this substance with caution to prevent accidents.
Hazard overview: Zinc permanganate can accelerate burning in fires and may decompose explosively when heated or involved in a fire. It is also a substance that may release oxygen and heat on dissolution.
Response guidance: In case of a fire, use dry chemical, sand, and avoid organic materials near the fire. Isolate the spill or leak area immediately for at least 50m in all directions.
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UN 1515 Quick Details
UN 1515
Product name: Zinc permanganate
DOT Class: 5
Placard type: Oxidizer
ERG Guide: 140 (check current ERG)
Initial isolation: ERG 140: isolate spill or leak area immediately for at least 50m in all directions; if tank/rail car involved in fire, isolate 800m in all directions and consider initial evacuation 800m
Common Hazards of UN 1515
- These substances will accelerate burning when involved in a fire.
- Some may decompose explosively when heated or involved in a fire.
- May explode from heat or contamination.
- Some will react explosively with hydrocarbons (fuels).
- May ignite combustibles (wood, paper, oil, clothing, etc.).
- Containers may explode when heated.
- Runoff may create fire or explosion hazard.
- Inhalation, ingestion or contact (skin, eyes) with vapors or substance may cause severe injury, burns or
Chemical Identity & Physical Properties
Zinc permanganate is a purple to violet crystalline solid with an odorless odor.
| Also known as | Permanganic acid zinc saltZinc permanganate hexahydrateZinc dipermanganate |
| CAS Number | 23414-72-4 |
| Appearance | Purple to violet crystalline solid. Odorless. Typically supplied as a hexahydrate form. |
| Flash Point | Not applicable (oxidizing solid) |
| Boiling Point | Not applicable (decomposes before boiling) |
| Vapor Density | Not applicable (solid) |
| Water Reactivity | Soluble in water; may release oxygen and heat on dissolution |
Chemical details are general reference only. Always verify with current SDS, ERG, and SOP/SOG.
Fireground Response Guidance — UN 1515
Extinguishing Media
Dry chemical, sand; avoid organic materials and combustibles near oxidizer
PPE Requirements
⚠️ Level B minimum; SCBA required; chemical-resistant suit to prevent skin contact with oxidizer
Level B minimum; SCBA required; chemical-resistant suit to prevent skin contact with oxidizer.
Isolation & Evacuation
ERG 140: isolate spill or leak area immediately for at least 50m in all directions; if tank/rail car involved in fire, isolate 800m in all directions and consider initial evacuation 800m
Always confirm protective actions with the current edition of the Emergency Response Guidebook (ERG Guide 140).
First Actions for a UN 1515 Incident
- 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 in all directions for at least 50 meters (150 feet) for liquids and at least 25 meters
- Consider initial downwind evacuation for at least 100 meters (330 feet).
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UN 1515 — Zinc permanganateHAZMAT RADIO NOTE — UN 1515
Product: Zinc permanganate
Class 5 / Oxidizer / ERG 140
PPE: Level B minimum; SCBA required; chemical-resistant suit to prevent skin contact with oxidizer
ISOLATION: ERG 140: isolate spill or leak area immediately for at least 50m in all directions; if tank/rail car involved in fire, isolate 800m in all directions and consider initial evacuation 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 1515 — Zinc permanganate
Class: 5 | Placard: Oxidizer | ERG Guide: 140
Appearance: Purple to violet crystalline solid. Odorless. Typically supplied as a hexahydrate form.
Water Reactivity: Soluble in water; may release oxygen and heat on dissolution
Extinguishing: Dry chemical, sand; avoid organic materials and combustibles near oxidizer
PPE: Level B minimum; SCBA required; chemical-resistant suit to prevent skin contact with oxidizer
Isolation: ERG 140: isolate spill or leak area immediately for at least 50m in all directions; if tank/rail car involved in fire, isolate 800m in all directions and consider initial evacuation 800m
— Key Hazards —
• These substances will accelerate burning when involved in a fire.
• Some may decompose explosively when heated or involved in a fire.
• May explode from heat or contamination.
— First Actions —
• 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 in all directions for at least 50 meters (150 feet) for liquids and at least 25 meters
SOURCE: allfirefighter.com/hazmat/un/zinc-permanganate-un-1515 | Always use current ERG + SOP/SOGIC BRIEFING
Use for: Incident command briefing, staging area whiteboard, or pre-entry team brief.
UN1515 Zinc permanganate Cls5 ERG140 | allfirefighter.com/hazmat/un/zinc-permanganate-un-1515SMS / 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/zinc-permanganate-un-1515
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Frequently Asked Questions about UN 1515
No, UN 1515 is not flammable, but it can accelerate burning in fires.
Yes, UN 1515 may decompose explosively when heated or involved in a fire.
Handle UN 1515 with caution and wear SCBA, chemical-resistant suit, and gloves during fire or spill response.
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.