UN3188: Self-heating liquid
As listed: Self-heating liquid, corrosive, inorganic, n.o.s
UN3188 appears 2 times in the Hazardous Materials Table (49 CFR §172.101). Hazard class 4.2, packing group II, III.
All §172.101 entries for UN3188
| Proper shipping name | Class | PG | Labels |
|---|---|---|---|
| Self-heating liquid, corrosive, inorganic, n.o.s | 4.2 | II | 4.2, 8 |
| Self-heating liquid, corrosive, inorganic, n.o.s | 4.2 | III | 4.2, 8 |
Open any entry for packaging sections, special provisions, air limits and vessel stowage.
What it means
Packing group ranks danger within the class: PG II = medium danger; PG III = minor danger.
Label codes (column 6): 4.2, 8 → Spontaneously combustible label + subsidiary Corrosive label.
UN numbers are recognized for international and domestic transport.
Example basic description
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
- Match the name. Compare your SDS Section 14 to the proper shipping names above and pick the row with your packing group.
- Read the special provisions on the entry page (§172.102) — they can add limits or exceptions.
- Check packaging — the entry page lists the Part 173 sections for exceptions, non-bulk and bulk.
- Labels & placards. Placarding depends on class and quantity — see Table 1 vs Table 2.
- Emergency response. Find the response guide for UN3188 in the current PHMSA Emergency Response Guidebook.
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Common questions about UN3188
What is UN3188?
UN3188 is the identification number for Self-heating liquid, corrosive, inorganic, n.o.s in the DOT Hazardous Materials Table (49 CFR §172.101).
What hazard class is UN3188?
UN3188 is listed under hazard class 4.2 (spontaneously combustible).
What packing group is UN3188?
Packing group for UN3188: II, III. Where several rows exist, the packing group that fits your material decides which row applies.