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   Definition of DOT Class 2: Gases Under Pressure Class 2 covers gaseous materials, including flammable, poisonous, and compressed gases. The formal definitions can be found at 49 CFR 173.115 . Class 2 Divisions Class 2 Materials are divided into three divisions. Division 2.1 Division 2.1 materials are flammable gases. Division 2.2 Division 2.2 materials are gases that are neither flammable nor poisonous, and are being transported under pressure. This includes compressed gases, liquified gases, pressurized cryogenic gases, compressed gases in solution, asphyxiant gases, and oxidizing gases. For most intents and purposes, Division 2.2 is a catch-all for gases that pose transportation hazards but do not fall under any other specific category. Division 2.3 Division 2.3 materials are gases which are poisonous by inhalation. Classification Testing for Potential Class 2 Materials A Class 2 material must be first qualified as a gas before any further testin...

   What is Cinnamaldehyde? Cinnamaldehyde, also known as cinnamal or cinnamon essential oil, is a naturally occurring organic compound produced by trees of the Cinnamomum genus. It is the primary compound that gives the spice cinnamon its distinctive flavor. While it is possible to create synthetic cinnamaldehyde, most is extracted by steam distillation from natural sources. Cinnamaldehyde has the CAS Number 14371-10-9. The CAS Number is used to identify cinnamaldehyde on documents including safety data sheets and chemical labels. When looking for cinnamaldehyde in a product, check for the CAS number on the associated safety documents. Notable Properties of Cinnamaldehyde Cinnamaldehyde is a liquid at room temperature, with a pale yellow to yellow-green color. It smells distinctly and strongly of cinnamon. Natural cinnamaldehyde, or cinnamon essential oil, often contains other compounds which can change some chances to the coloration or scent compared to synthetic,...

Definition of DOT Class 1: Explosives Class 1 covers explosive materials, meaning materials that can react to cause a rapid release of heat and gases. The formal definition can be found at 49 CFR 173.50 . Class 1 Divisions Class 1 materials are divided into six divisions. Division 1.1 Division 1.1 materials are a mass explosion risk, meaning that the entire amount of material is at risk of detonating in one event. Division 1.2 Division 1.2 materials are a projection hazard which do not risk a mass explosion. Division 1.3 Division 1.3 materials have both a fire hazard and either a minor blast hazard or minor projection hazard. Division 1.3 materials do not risk a mass explosion. Division 1.4 Division 1.4 materials have a minor explosion hazard, which is generally confined to the confines of the package. Division 1.5 Division 1.5 materials have a mass explosion risk but are highly insensitive to outside stimuli initiating an explosion. Division 1.6 Division 1.6 materials have o...

  What is Sandenol? Sandenol is an organic compound, also known as isobornyl cyclohexanol or 3-[5,5,6-Trimethylbicyclo[2.2.1]hept-2-yl]cyclohexan-1-ol. Sandenol is used as a synthetic sandalwood fragrance, which is beneficial as sandalwood trees have suffered from historical overharvesting. Sandenol has the CAS Number 3407-42-9. The CAS Number is used to identify sandenol as an ingredient on safety data sheets (SDS) and other safety documentation. When looking for sandenol as an ingredient in products like artificial sandalwood fragrance, look for the CAS Number in the composition table. Notable Properties of Sandenol Pure sandenol is a colorless to pale yellow liquid. It smells very similar to natural sandalwood oil and is used as synthetic substitute. What Makes Sandenol Hazardous? Sandenol is irritating to the skin and eyes. Sandenol is also toxic to aquatic life and can have long-lasting effects on the aquatic environment. Sandenol Frequently Asked Questions ...