inflammables
Things that ignite
Inflammables are materials that catch fire easily—fuels, chemicals, or other substances prone to combustion.
The word is synonymous with flammables, though inflammables came first.
Both mean the same thing despite the prefix in- sometimes indicating negation elsewhere in English.
Warning labels and safety regulations use both terms: Keep inflammables away from heat sources.
Refined petroleum vehicle fuel
- petrolMotor vehicle fuel
- keroseneFlammable petroleum distillate
- propaneFlammable hydrocarbon fuel
- butaneFlammable hydrocarbon gas
diesel · ethanol · methanol · acetone · turpentine · naphtha · lighter fluid · lamp oil
Manufactured or isolated substances
- solventsLiquids that dissolve substances
- aerosolsSuspended particles in gas
- paint thinnerSolvent for oil-based coatings
- lacquerGlossy protective coating
varnish · adhesives · resins · coatings · cleaning agents · degreasers · lubricants · hydraulic fluid
Vessel for liquid bulk
- cargoTransported goods
- shippingTransporting goods to destinations
- placardsSigns carried at demonstrations
- hazardous materialsDangerous substances requiring precautions
freight · bulk storage · pipeline · railcar · trucking · manifests · emergency response · spill kit
Toxic materials needing precautions
- warning labelsNotices of potential danger
- ventilationCirculation of fresh air
- segregationForced separation by group
- fire codesBuilding flame-prevention laws
sprinklers · explosion-proof · grounding · bonding · placards · DOT regulations · proper disposal · static electricity
gasoline
Refined petroleum vehicle fuel
butane · diesel · ethanol · methanol · acetone · turpentine · naphtha · lighter fluid · lamp oil · aviation fuel
chemicals
Manufactured or isolated substances
- solventsLiquids that dissolve substances
- aerosolsSuspended particles in gas
- paint thinnerSolvent for oil-based coatings
lacquer · varnish · adhesives · resins · coatings · cleaning agents · degreasers · lubricants · hydraulic fluid · rust remover
tanker
Vessel for liquid bulk
- cargoTransported goods
- shippingTransporting goods to destinations
- placardsSigns carried at demonstrations
hazardous materials · freight · bulk storage · pipeline · railcar · trucking · manifests · emergency response · spill kit · fire extinguisher
hazmat
Toxic materials needing precautions
- warning labelsNotices of potential danger
- ventilationCirculation of fresh air
- segregationForced separation by group
fire codes · sprinklers · explosion-proof · grounding · bonding · placards · DOT regulations · proper disposal · static electricity · temperature control
inflammablesfireproof materials
Substances that withstand flames
nonflammables · fire-retardants · asbestos · water · metals