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Krypton, compressed
HMT 15 June 2026- UN / ID
- UN 1056
- Hazard class
- 2.2
- Packing group
- —
- ERG guide
- ERG 121
- Special provisions
- —
- Source
- 49 CFR §172 (15 June 2026)
Krypton, compressed
Krypton (from Ancient Greek: κρυπτός, romanized: kryptos 'the hidden one') is a chemical element; it has symbol Kr and atomic number 36. It is a colorless, odorless noble gas that occurs in trace amounts in the atmosphere and is often used with other rare gases in fluorescent lamps. Krypton is chemically inert. Krypton, like the other noble gases, is used in lighting and photography Wikipedia
| Emergency Response Guide No. 121 |
Hazardous Materials Table
Source: 49 CFR §172 (15 June 2026)(3) Hazard class2.2Non-toxic, non-flammable gases |
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(7) Special Provisions (§172.102)
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(8) Packing Authorizations (§173.***)
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| (8A) Exceptions | 306, 307 | see 49 CFR §173.306, 307 |
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| (8B) Non-bulk | 302 | see 49 CFR §173.302 |
| (8C) Bulk | None |
(9) Quantity Limits 
| (9A) Passenger aircraft/rail | 75 kg |
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| (9B) Cargo aircraft only | 150 kg |
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| (10B) Other | — |
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.
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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 |
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| UN 1970 | Krypton, refrigerated liquid (cryogenic liquid) | 2.2 |