Hazardous Materials Classification Calculator

Classify hazardous materials and determine IFC Chapter 50 requirements based on material properties.

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IFC Classification
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Hazard Level
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IFC Storage Group
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H-Occupancy Group
Note: IFC Chapter 50 provides general requirements for all hazardous materials. Specific chapters (51-67) address individual material types. Quantities exceeding Maximum Allowable Quantities (MAQ) per Table 5003.1.1 trigger H-occupancy classification. Always consult Safety Data Sheets (SDS) for material-specific hazard information.

Reference

IFC Chapter 50 Hazardous Materials Classification: Flammable Liquids (NFPA 30 / IFC 5703): Class IA: FP < 73F, BP < 100F Class IB: FP < 73F, BP >= 100F Class IC: 73F <= FP < 100F Class II: 100F <= FP < 140F Class IIIA: 140F <= FP < 200F Class IIIB: FP >= 200F H-Occupancy Groups (IBC 307): H-1: Detonation hazard H-2: Deflagration/accelerated burning H-3: Physical hazard (flammable solids/liquids) H-4: Health hazard