HazMat Tool — substance information
Dinitromethane
HMT 15 June 2026- UN / ID
- n/a
- Hazard class
- Forbidden
- Packing group
- n/a (multiple — see tabs)
- ERG guide
- —
- Special provisions
- —
- Source
- 49 CFR §172 (15 June 2026)
Dinitromethane
Dinitromethane is an organic compound with the chemical formula CH2(NO2)2. Purified dinitromethane is a colorless liquid with a weak pleasant odor. It is relatively stable at room temperature and can be safely stored for months at 0 °C Wikipedia
Hazardous Materials Table
Source: 49 CFR §172 (15 June 2026)(3) Hazard ClassForbidden |
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(7) Special Provisions (§172.102)
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(8) Packing Authorizations (§173.***)
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| (8A) Exceptions | n/a | see 49 CFR §173. n/a |
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| (8B) Non-bulk | n/a | see 49 CFR §173. n/a |
| (8C) Bulk | n/a | see 49 CFR §173. n/a |
(9) Quantity Limits 
| (9A) Passenger aircraft/rail | n/a |
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| (9B) Cargo aircraft only | n/a |
(10) Vessel stowage 
| (10A) Location | |
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| (10B) Other | n/a |
(3) Hazard ClassForbidden |
(4) Identification number |
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(6) Labels n/a |
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(7) Special Provisions (§172.102)
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(8) Packing Authorizations (§173.***)
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| (8A) Exceptions | n/a | see 49 CFR §173. n/a |
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| (8B) Non-bulk | n/a | see 49 CFR §173. n/a |
| (8C) Bulk | n/a | see 49 CFR §173. n/a |
(9) Quantity Limits 
| (9A) Passenger aircraft/rail | n/a |
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| (9B) Cargo aircraft only | n/a |
(10) Vessel stowage 
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| (10B) Other | n/a |
(3) Hazard Class6.1Poisonous Material |
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(1) Symbols This entry is signed with plus (+). The plus (+) sign fixes the proper shipping name, hazard class and packing group for that entry without regard to whether the material meets the definition of that class, packing group or any other hazard class definition. When the plus sign is assigned, it means that the material is known to pose a risk to humans. When a plus sign is assigned to mixtures or solutions containing a material where the hazard to humans is significantly different from that of the pure material or where no hazard to humans is posed, the material may be described using an alternative shipping name that represents the hazards posed by the material. An appropriate alternate proper shipping name and hazard class may be authorized by the Associate Administrator. |
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| 2 | |
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| B32 | |
| T20 | |
| TP2 | |
| TP13 | |
| TP38 | |
| TP44 |
(8) Packing Authorizations (§173.***) 
| (8A) Exceptions | None | |
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| (8B) Non-bulk | 227 | see 49 CFR §173.227 |
| (8C) Bulk | None |
(9) Quantity Limits 
| (9A) Passenger aircraft/rail | Forbidden |
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| (9B) Cargo aircraft only | Forbidden |
(10) Vessel stowage 
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| (10B) Other |
(3) Hazard Class3Flammable liquids |
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(7) Special Provisions (§172.102)
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(8) Packing Authorizations (§173.***)
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| (8A) Exceptions | 150 | see 49 CFR §173.150 |
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| (8B) Non-bulk | 202 | see 49 CFR §173.202 |
| (8C) Bulk | None |
(9) Quantity Limits 
| (9A) Passenger aircraft/rail | Forbidden |
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| (9B) Cargo aircraft only | 60 L |
(10) Vessel stowage 
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| (10B) Other | n/a |
Packing group comparison
Multiple packing groups apply to this entry. See assignment criteria in 49 CFR §173 Subpart D. Details are in the tabs above; differences are highlighted.
| PG n/a | PG n/a | PG I | PG II | |
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| 1 | + | |||
| 2 | Dinitromethane | Trinitromethane | Tetranitromethane | Nitromethane |
| 3 | Forbidden | Forbidden | 6.1 | 3 |
| 4 | n/a | n/a | UN 1510 | UN 1261 |
| 5 | n/a | n/a | I | II |
| 6 | n/a | n/a | 6.1, 5.1 | 3 |
| 7 | n/a | n/a | 2, B32, T20, TP2, TP13, TP38, TP44 | n/a |
| 8A | n/a | n/a | None | 150 |
| 8B | n/a | n/a | 227 | 202 |
| 8C | n/a | n/a | None | None |
| 9A | n/a | n/a | Forbidden | Forbidden |
| 9B | n/a | n/a | Forbidden | 60 L |
| 10A | n/a | n/a | D | A |
| 10B | n/a | n/a | 40, 66 | n/a |
Segregation chart for load, transport, and storage
This chart shows whether loading, transport, or storage with other hazard classes is permitted, prohibited, or restricted. Based on 49 CFR §177.848.
| Hazard class | 8![]() | 7![]() | 6.1![]() | 5.2![]() | 5.1![]() | 4.3![]() | 4.2![]() | 4.1![]() | 3![]() | 2.3B![]() | 2.3A![]() | 2.2![]() | 2.1![]() | 1.6![]() | 1.5![]() | 1.4![]() | 1.3![]() | 1.1/1.2![]() |
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| Must not be loaded, transported, or stored together in the same vehicle or facility. | |
| May be loaded, transported, or stored together. | |
| May be loaded, transported, or stored together only with restrictions. |
Similar substances
| UN / ID | Proper shipping name | Hazard class |
|---|---|---|
| Trimethylol nitromethane trinitrate | Forbidden | |
| Dinitromethane | Forbidden | |
| UN 1510 | Tetranitromethane | 6.1 |
| Trinitromethane | Forbidden |

