What is Flash Point?​

Flash Point is the lowest temperature at which the vapor of a volatile material will ignite when an ignition source is applied. Flash Point is used to classify materials as flammable or combustible. The classification of your material will affect many requirements, including labeling, storage requirements, shipping requirements and disposal.

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Flammability is the ability of a chemical to burn or ignite, causing fire or combustion. The degree of difficulty required to cause the combustion of a chemical is quantified through fire testing.

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Product types:

 

• Chemicals & solvents

• Waste & environmental streams

• Fragrances & cosmetics

• Oils, greases, lubricants

• Inks

• Paint, varnish & waxes

• Cleaners

• Pharmaceuticals

• Consumer & household chemicals.

 

What are the GHS Classifications for Flash Point?

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The Globally Harmonized System (GHS) of Classification and Labeling of Chemicals categorizes the flammable liquid criteria according to the following Flash Point ranges:

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Using the ASTM D93-20 Standard Test Method for Flash Point by Pensky Martens Closed-Cup Tester.​​

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