Classification, for transportation

Classification for transport by cargo aircraft. The statements are based on the Dangerons Goods Regulation issned by lATA (International Air Transport Association). The class and the packaging group are stated. No account is taken of special regulations stipulated by individual countries or airlines. 

This field contains the hazard classification for transport by sea. 

Carriage and movement of Classification for transport by road, rail,... 

Table 1 lists the most important databases including information on chemical safety. The Contents column classifies the main contents of the database GEN = general information on chemical safety, NUM = numerical data for safety characteristics (for example flash points, explosion limits), TOX = toxicological data, CLA = classifications for transportation, handling and storage. If the term is shown in brackets, for example (NUM), the database has its main focus on a different topic, but data according to the term in brackets may be found there also. 

NUM = numerical data for safety characteristics TOX = toxicological data and classifications CLA = classifications for transport, handling and storage GEN = general information on chemical safety... 

Databases like CHEMLIST, TRANSPORT, or the EINECS plus CD-ROM can be recommended, if classification for transportation and storage of chemical substances is needed. 

Production and Shipment. Estimated adiponitrile production capacities in the U.S. in 1992 were about 625 thousand metric tons and worldwide capacity was in excess of lO metric tons. The DOT/IMO classification for adiponitrile is class 6.1 hazard, UN No. 2205. It requires a POISON label on all containers and is in packing group III. Approved materials of constmction for shipping, storage, and associated transportation equipment are carbon steel and type 316 stainless steel. Either centrifugal or positive displacement pumps may be used. Carbon dioxide or chemical-foam fire extinguishers should be used. There are no specifications for commercial adiponitrile. The typical composition is 99.5 wt % adiponitrile. Impurities that may be present depend on the method of manufacture, and thus, vary depending on the source. 

The DOT ha2ard classification of formic acid is "corrosive material." A DOT white label is mandatory for transportation. The EC classification is "corrosive."... 

Health and Safety Factors. Dimethyl malonate and diethyl malonate do not present any specific danger of health ha2ard if handled with the usual precautions. Nevertheless, inhalation and skin contact should be avoided. Dimethyl malonate has a LD q (oral, rats) of 4520 mg/kg and is classified as nonirritant (skin irritation, rabbits). Diethyl malonate has an LD q (oral, rats) greater than 5000 mg/kg and is also classified as nonirritant (skin irritation, rabbits). Transport classification for both esters is RID/ADR 3, IMDH-Code, lATA-ICAO not restricted. 

A.H. Lasseigne, "Hazard Classification of Explosives for Transportation. Evaluation of... 

King, P. V., and A. H. Lasseigne, "Hazard Classification of Explosives for Transportation Evaluation Test Methods, Hazard Evaluation, Research, and Engineering," Report No. TSA-20-72-5, prepared for U. S. Dept, of Transportation (1972) (available from NTIS, Springfield, VA). 

Dale, C. B., "Hazard Classification of Explosives for Transportation—Non-solid Explosives Phase III," Naval Ordnance Station, Report No. DOT/RSPA/MTB-78/2 (1978). 

Cruice, W.J. (1981) Classification of Liquid Gun Propellants and Raw Materials for Transportation and Storage, U.S. Army Research Laboratory, Aberdeen Proving Ground, MD, Report No. ARBRL-CR-00454. 

Sensitivities have been studied for a number of dinitramide salts. The impact sensitivity has been published for ADN by several different laboratories. Below are values reported from the Naval Air Warfare Center, China Lake (CL), and FOI. As can be seen, the impact sensitivity is somewhat greater than RDX. Neat ADN is classified as LID according to the UN regulations for Transport of Dangerous Goods, which is the same classification that applies for RDX. 

Dangerous goods classification symbols - class labels for transport purposes... 

Classification into a sub-class and a compatibility group lead to particular rules specified in the Dangerous Goods Regulations for transporting these goods. 

NCN as a classification for dangerous goods has been removed by the US Department of Transportation and replaced by Blasting Agent as a shipping name (-> Blasting Agents). 

Furthermore, the classification by the United Nations applies only to materials to be transported. Some hazardous materials are not covered by these classification. For example, materials regulated to prevent environmental pollution are not stipulated in these classifications. 

King P.V. and Lasseigne A.H., "Hazard Classification of Oxidizing Materials and Flammable Solids for Transportation, Evaluation of Test Method", PB 220084(1972). 

The sporting paper caps which are used for starting signal pistols in Japan each contain about 0.05 g of a composition consisting of 74% potassium chlorate, 18% red phosphorus, 8% sulphur and small amount of starch. Recently, the hazard classification on the packaging of these paper caps for transportation on ships was discussed. 

Explosives that propagate detonation are listed as Class 1.1 in international transportation regulations and are subject to strict regulations for their transportation 1 11. Rocket propellants are not considered exceptions. Concerning safe handling, safety evaluation tests are being conducted to determine the hazard classification for rocket propellants 171. ... 

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