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UN3009: Copper based pesticides

As listed: Copper based pesticides, liquid, toxic, flammable, flash point not less than 23 degrees C

UN3009 appears 3 times in the Hazardous Materials Table (49 CFR §172.101). Hazard class 6.1, packing group I, II, III.

ID numberUN3009
Hazard class6.1
Packing groupI, II, III
Label codes6.1, 3

All §172.101 entries for UN3009

Proper shipping nameClassPGLabels
Copper based pesticides, liquid, toxic, flammable, flash point not less than 23 degrees C6.1I6.1, 3
Copper based pesticides, liquid, toxic, flammable, flash point not less than 23 degrees C6.1II6.1, 3
Copper based pesticides, liquid, toxic, flammable, flash point not less than 23 degrees C6.1III6.1, 3

Open any entry for packaging sections, special provisions, air limits and vessel stowage.

What it means

6.1
Class 6.1 — Poisonous (toxic) material. Materials, other than gases, that are toxic to humans if swallowed, inhaled, or absorbed through skin.

Packing group ranks danger within the class: PG I = great danger; PG II = medium danger; PG III = minor danger.

Label codes (column 6): 6.1, 3 → Poison / Toxic label + subsidiary Flammable liquid label.

UN numbers are recognized for international and domestic transport.

Example basic description

UN3009, Copper based pesticides, liquid, toxic, flammable, 6.1, PG I

Proper shipping name shown without the table's italic descriptive text. Order per §172.202: ID number, proper shipping name, hazard class, packing group. Example only — add technical names, “RQ”, quantities and other elements your shipment requires.

What to check next

  1. Match the name. Compare your SDS Section 14 to the proper shipping names above and pick the row with your packing group.
  2. Read the special provisions on the entry page (§172.102) — they can add limits or exceptions.
  3. Check packaging — the entry page lists the Part 173 sections for exceptions, non-bulk and bulk.
  4. Labels & placards. Placarding depends on class and quantity — see Table 1 vs Table 2.
  5. Emergency response. Find the response guide for UN3009 in the current PHMSA Emergency Response Guidebook.
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Common questions about UN3009

What is UN3009?

UN3009 is the identification number for Copper based pesticides, liquid, toxic, flammable in the DOT Hazardous Materials Table (49 CFR §172.101).

What hazard class is UN3009?

UN3009 is listed under hazard class 6.1 (poisonous (toxic) material).

What packing group is UN3009?

Packing group for UN3009: I, II, III. Where several rows exist, the packing group that fits your material decides which row applies.

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Source: Hazardous Materials Table (49 CFR §172.101), eCFR.gov — current as of Oct 23, 2026. View the official table. Reference only — verify current requirements before shipping.