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IMO Class 2 — Gases

Gases can be compressed, or refrigerated from. Depending on their properties, these goods are separated into flammable, non-flammable, or toxic gases.

Quick answer

IMO Class 2 (Gases) covers: Gases can be compressed, or refrigerated from. Depending on their properties, these goods are separated into flammable, non-flammable, or toxic gases. Typical examples include propylene, ethane, butane, helium, chlorine. Shipments in this class must be declared with their UN number and packing group, and carriers must be certified for dangerous goods transport.

Subclasses

  • 2.1Flammable gases. This is any type of gas that is ignitable when it comes in contact with a heat source, such as propylene, ethane, or butane.
  • 2.2Non-flammable, non-toxic gases. These are gases that displace oxygen, causing asphyxiation; one example of these gases is helium.
  • 2.3Toxic gases. These are gases that can cause serious injury or death when inhaled. They can be flammable, corrosive, or oxidizing, such as chlorine.

Typical cargo

Propylene, ethane, butane, helium, chlorine

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