UN 3245Genetically modified microorganisms or Genetically modified organisms
Class 9
Miscellaneous dangerous goods
Summary
UN 3245 is the UN number for genetically modified microorganisms or Genetically modified organisms. It is classed in Class 9 (miscellaneous dangerous goods) for transport. Emergency responders use ERG guide 171.
Emergency response
The Emergency Response Guidebook (ERG2024) guide for this number:
- Guide171Genetically modified micro-organismsGenetically modified organisms
From the 2024 Emergency Response Guidebook (ERG2024), published by U.S. Department of Transportation, PHMSA. Read the full guide in the ERG or on CAMEO Chemicals.
Identification
- UN number
- UN 3245
- Name
- Genetically modified microorganisms or Genetically modified organisms
- Hazard class
- Class 9: Miscellaneous dangerous goods
- What the class covers
- Substances and articles which present a hazard during transport not covered by other classes, such as lithium batteries and environmentally hazardous substances.
About Class 9
Class 9 covers dangerous goods that don't fit any other class, including lithium batteries, dry ice, environmentally hazardous substances, elevated-temperature materials and magnetized material.
Check the official sources
For emergency response, packaging and quantity limits, use these:
- CAMEO Chemicals: UN/NA 3245NOAA datasheets with the ERG response guide and isolation distances
- Emergency Response Guidebook (ERG)PHMSA's guide for first responders, free as a PDF or app
- 49 CFR 172.101 Hazardous Materials TableThe legal U.S. entry: proper shipping name, packing group, labels and special provisions