Description
Placard Class 2, UN 1002 refers to Compressed Gas, Oxygen (non-flammable).
- UN Number: 1002
- Proper Shipping Name: Oxygen, compressed
- Class: 2.2 (Non-flammable, non-toxic gases)
- Placard Color & Symbol: Typically, a green background with a cylinder symbol for Class 2.2 gases, but oxygen has special marking requirements — often the “OXYGEN” word is added, and sometimes yellow may be used to indicate oxidizer hazard in combination.
- Hazards: Supports combustion strongly (oxidizer), even though it is not flammable by itself.
- Placard Size: 11 × 11 inches (27.9 × 27.9 cm) – the standard DOT/TDG placard dimension.
So, if you see a placard with 1002, it is specifically for Oxygen, Compressed being transported.