UN3170: Aluminum smelting by-products
As listed: Aluminum smelting by-products or Aluminum remelting by-products
UN3170 appears 2 times in the Hazardous Materials Table (49 CFR §172.101). Hazard class 4.3, packing group II, III.
All §172.101 entries for UN3170
| Proper shipping name | Class | PG | Labels |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aluminum smelting by-products or Aluminum remelting by-products | 4.3 | II | 4.3 |
| Aluminum smelting by-products or Aluminum remelting by-products | 4.3 | III | 4.3 |
Open any entry for packaging sections, special provisions, air limits and vessel stowage.
What it means
Packing group ranks danger within the class: PG II = medium danger; PG III = minor danger.
Label codes (column 6): 4.3 → Dangerous when wet label.
UN numbers are recognized for international and domestic transport.
Example basic description
Proper shipping name shown without the table's italic descriptive text. Order per §172.202: ID number, proper shipping name, hazard class, packing group. Example only — add technical names, “RQ”, quantities and other elements your shipment requires.
What to check next
- Match the name. Compare your SDS Section 14 to the proper shipping names above and pick the row with your packing group.
- Read the special provisions on the entry page (§172.102) — they can add limits or exceptions.
- Check packaging — the entry page lists the Part 173 sections for exceptions, non-bulk and bulk.
- Labels & placards. Placarding depends on class and quantity — see Table 1 vs Table 2.
- Emergency response. Find the response guide for UN3170 in the current PHMSA Emergency Response Guidebook.
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Common questions about UN3170
What is UN3170?
UN3170 is the identification number for Aluminum smelting by-products or Aluminum remelting by-products in the DOT Hazardous Materials Table (49 CFR §172.101).
What hazard class is UN3170?
UN3170 is listed under hazard class 4.3 (dangerous when wet).
What packing group is UN3170?
Packing group for UN3170: II, III. Where several rows exist, the packing group that fits your material decides which row applies.