Hazard Class 8 – Corrosives
Hazard Class 8 – Corrosives
Corrosive materials are liquids or solids that cause full thickness destruction of human skin at the site of contact within a specified period of time; or a liquid that has a severe corrosion rate on steel or aluminum based on criteria in §173.137(c)(2). A liquid is considered to have a severe corrosion rate if it corrodes steel (SAE 1020) or aluminum (non-clad 7075-T6) faster than 6.25 mm (0.246 in.) a year at a temperature of 55° C (131° F).
Source: 49 CFR §173.136, 49 CFR §173.137
