HAZCHEM 2X Un No. 1760 Corrosive Liquid Sign

Hazardous Chemical Sign – HAZCHEM 2X Un No. 1760 Corrosive Liquid Sign

The HAZCHEM 2X Un No. 1760 Corrosive Liquid Sign plays a vital role in ensuring safety, regulatory compliance, and proper handling of corrosive substances in environments where such liquids are present. Here’s the significance of this sign:

1. Identifying the Hazard (Corrosive Liquid, N.O.S.)

• Corrosive Liquid, N.O.S. (Not Otherwise Specified) refers to a category of dangerous liquids that cause severe damage to skin, eyes, and other materials. These liquids can include a variety of acids, bases, or other corrosive chemicals.
• The UN No. 1760 is a unique identifier for unspecified corrosive liquids used in transportation and storage to quickly signal the type of chemical hazard present.

2. Emergency Response Information

• HAZCHEM Code “2X”:
  • “2” indicates that in case of fire or chemical release, fog or fine spray should be used to handle the situation, as using direct streams of water may spread the chemical or cause further hazards.
  • “X” signals that no water should be used in the event of a chemical spill, as water may react dangerously with the corrosive substance. Instead, dry powder or other specialized containment materials are recommended.
• This code provides clear guidelines for both on-site personnel and emergency responders, ensuring the safe handling of a hazardous situation.

3. Ensuring Safe Handling and Storage

• Corrosive liquids must be handled with care to avoid contact with skin, eyes, or clothing. The sign serves as a constant reminder to workers to use proper personal protective equipment (PPE), including gloves, goggles, face shields, and protective clothing.
• The sign also reinforces the need for correct storage practices, such as using corrosion-resistant containers and keeping the chemicals separate from incompatible substances that could trigger dangerous reactions.

4. Preventing Health Risks

• Exposure to corrosive liquids can cause severe injuries, including chemical burns, respiratory damage, and eye injuries. The sign alerts individuals to the specific dangers of the liquid, helping to ensure they follow appropriate safety protocols to prevent accidental exposure.
• Workers are reminded to use proper ventilation, avoid skin contact, and prevent inhalation of fumes that could result in long-term health issues.

5. Regulatory Compliance

• The HAZCHEM 2X sign helps businesses comply with legal requirements for the labeling and handling of hazardous materials. This not only reduces the risk of accidents but also ensures compliance with health and safety regulations, avoiding potential penalties or fines.
• The sign plays a role in adhering to safety standards for chemical handling, storage, transportation, and emergency response protocols, which are often mandatory in regulated industries.

6. Aiding in Emergency Situations

• In the event of an emergency, such as a spill, fire, or leak, the 2X HAZCHEM code provides critical information to first responders and on-site personnel, including how to manage and contain the incident.
• It informs them that using water could be hazardous and instructs them to use specialized agents like dry powders to extinguish fires or contain chemical releases.

7. Environmental Protection

• Many corrosive liquids are harmful to the environment if spilled, especially if they enter water sources or soil. The sign emphasizes the importance of containing and neutralizing spills properly to prevent ecological damage.
• By indicating that water should not be used in case of spills (as shown by the “X” code), the sign helps prevent environmental contamination that could occur from improper cleanup methods.

Overall Importance

• The “HAZCHEM 2X UN No. 1760 Corrosive Liquid, N.O.S.” sign is crucial for identifying the presence of dangerous corrosive liquids, ensuring safe handling and storage practices, and providing vital emergency response instructions.
• It helps protect workers from health risks, ensures compliance with safety regulations, and promotes environmental protection by minimizing the impact of accidental spills or leaks.

Compliance Note:
Hazchem signs like this use codes (2X) instead of pictograms. This is intentional and compliant — they’re for emergency services, not workplace chemical labelling.

The 2X HAZCHEM code indicates a corrosive liquid that may react dangerously with water — so only dry agents should be used in emergencies.
Discover what “2X” means for responders and site safety in Understanding HAZCHEM Signs in New Zealand & Australia.

UN 1760 covers a variety of toxic and corrosive liquids, commonly Class 8, sometimes with additional toxicity or reactivity hazards.
Learn where these substances fit into NZ’s regulatory system in Understanding Dangerous Goods Classes 1–9.

These signs are often installed on chemical sheds, tank doors, or transport vehicles, so ACM or laminated vinyl materials are ideal.
Find the best options for your setup in How to Choose the Right Size and Material for Your Hazard Signs.

FAQs

Q1: Why do I need this HAZCHEM 2X Un No. 1760 Corrosive Liquid Sign?
This sign is required to identify the storage of corrosive liquids under UN 1760, helping emergency responders take the correct precautions in case of a spill, fire, or accident.

Q2: Where should it be used?
It should be placed on tanks, depots, gates, or transport vehicles storing or moving corrosive liquids. The “2X” code assists fire services in applying the correct extinguishing media and response.

Q3: Why does this sign not display a pictogram?
Unlike GHS workplace hazard labels, Hazchem signs are designed for transport and emergency services. They use Hazchem codes (like 2X) rather than pictograms. This ensures emergency crews can act quickly without confusion.

Got the kind of liquid that eats through gloves? Best label it before it labels you!
Pair it with our 2R Sodium Hydroxide HAZCHEM Sign — because knowing your corrosives is half the battle.

How to choose the right mounting options.

Corflute: short-term term less than 2 years outdoors

Thin PVC: Medium term, more than 2 years

ACM: Long term 5 years or more

Supplied as a sticker:

long-term digital print laminated for long-term use. With a life of 5 years or more. We use a Hi Tac vinyl which allows it to be applied to most surfaces.

Magnetic mounting option for the HAZCHEM 2X Un No. 1760 Corrosive Liquid Sign

Flexible, vehicle-grade magnetic placards with the HAZCHEM 2X Un No. 1760 Corrosive Liquid Sign printed on premium vinyl, laminated, and mounted to automotive magnetic sheeting. They stick to ferrous steel panels and remove without residue—ideal for vehicles that only carry DG sometimes.

Who they’re for

• Contractors / couriers who transport Dangerous Goods occasionally

• Hire or multi-use vehicles (no permanent signage)

• Sites that swap classes depending on load (quick changeover)

• Magnet: vehicle-grade sheet, 0.8–1.0 mm thick (30–40 mil), high-energy.

• Face film: outdoor self-adhesive vinyl + UV laminate (gloss).

• Operating temp: suitable from winter cold to summer heat (typical automotive range).

Where they work (and don’t)

• Works on: painted steel panels that are flat, clean, and smooth.

• Doesn’t work on: aluminium, stainless, plastics, composites, heavy body filler; vinyl wraps, ceramic coatings, heavily textured paint.

• If customers have aluminium doors/ute trays, suggest self-adhesive or rigid ACM instead.

Fitment checklist

1. Clean & dry the panel (no wax/polish).

2. Warm, flat magnet—no curl.

3. Apply to flat steel only; press from centre out.

4. Do not bridge panel gaps, ribs or sharp curves.

5. Remove daily to clean/dry both surfaces; store flat.

6. In heavy rain/highway speeds, check edges haven’t lifted.

Care & maintenance

• Remove and wipe after wet weather; store flat (never rolled tight).

• Move position slightly each week to avoid differential fading.

• Avoid use on freshly resprayed paint (allow full cure).

Compliance note

• Magnet is a mounting method. The operator must ensure placards are the correct class, size, and securely affixed for the journey. Some carriers or site rules may require permanent/rigid placards—check your procedure.

For more information check out these links

• WorkSafe NZ – Hazardous Substances Management
  👉 WorkSafe NZ – Hazardous substances

• EPA NZ – HSNO Act guidance
  👉 EPA NZ – Hazardous Substances and New Organisms (HSNO) Act

• United Nations GHS
  👉 UN – Globally Harmonized System (GHS)  

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