Dioxane, 1, 4- Chemical Storage Specifications

Compliant storage and rental solutions for Dioxane, 1, 4- (C4H8O2). EPA, OSHA, and NFPA guidance for containment, segregation, and fire protection — with rental buildings matched to this material.

Flammable hazardFlammable Storage

Chemical formula

Dioxane, 1, 4- molecular formula

About Dioxane, 1, 4-

Dioxane is used as a stabilizer for chlorinated solvents such as trichloroethane and trichloroethylene. 1 It can also be an unintended contaminant of chemical ingredients used in consumer products including bubble bath, shampoo, laundry detergent, soap, skin cleanser, adhesives, and antifreeze.

Structured hazard data

Hazard class
Category 2 Flammable Liquid
Storage category
Flammable Storage
Flammable
Yes
Flash point
12 °C / 53.6 °F
Storage temperature
<10 C
Recommended extinguishing agent
Dry Chemical
Compatibility / segregation
not compatible with DECABORANE; TRIETHYNYL ALUMINUM; OXYGEN; HALOGENS; REDUCING AGENTS; MOISTURE and HEAT

Serious Eye Damage/Eye Irritation Category 2 Carcinogenicity Category 2 Specific target organ toxicity (single exposure) Category 3 Target Organs - Respiratory system, Central nervous system (CNS). F

Fire Suppression System

Dry Chemical fire suppression is recommended for Dioxane, 1, 4-

  • Water

    Water

  • Dry Chemical

    Dry Chemical · Recommended

  • CO₂ / Other

    CO₂ / Other

Guidance: Dry Chemical fire suppression is generally recommended for Dioxane, 1, 4- (C4H8O2). *Please consult your raw material manufacturer's safety data sheet (SDS) and your local authority having jurisdiction to verify the most adequate fire suppression extinguisher for your specific storage or use.

Additional extinguishing notes: SMALL FIRE: Dry chemical, CO2, water spray or alcohol-resistant foam. LARGE FIRE: Water spray, fog or alcohol-resistant foam

Always confirm extinguishing agents against the manufacturer SDS and your authority having jurisdiction before specifying a rental building fire-suppression package.

Storage & segregation guidance

Compliant storage and rental solutions for Dioxane, 1, 4- should account for its listed hazards (Category 2 Flammable Liquid), climate control needs (<10 C), and segregation requirements. not compatible with DECABORANE; TRIETHYNYL ALUMINUM; OXYGEN; HALOGENS; REDUCING AGENTS; MOISTURE and HEAT

Review NFPA 30 flammable liquid storage requirements and Fire-rated chemical storage rental when designing fire rating, containment, and building selection.

Properties: Melting Point/Range 12 °C / 53.6 °F Boiling Point/Range 101 °C / 213.8 °F @ 760 mmHg Flash Point 12 °C / 53.6 °F Evaporation Rate No information available Flammability (solid,gas) Not applicable Flammability or explosive limits Upper 22% Lower 2% Vapor Pressure 41 mbar @ 20 °C Vapor Density 3 Specific Gravity 1.034 Solubility Soluble in water Partition coefficient; n-octanol/water No data available Autoignition Temperature 355 °C / 671 °F Decomposition Temperature No information available Viscosity 1.32 mPa.s @ 20 °C Molecular Formula C4 H8 O2 Molecular Weight 88.11

Matched to this chemical

Recommended storage solutions for Dioxane, 1, 4-

Fire rating, footprint, and containment options from the US Hazmat Rentals fleet — sized for compliant chemical storage.

  • Fire-rated4 HourChemical Storage

    FireSAFE 4X

    • 4-Hour Fire-Rated
    • 8 ft x 40 ft
    • 57 Barrels
    • 55 Gal Storage Drums
    • 228 Square Feet storage
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  • Fire-rated4 HourChemical Storage

    FireSAFE 4X

    • 4-Hour Fire-Rated
    • 8 ft x 10 ft
    • 12 Barrels
    • 55 Gal Storage Drums
    • 48 Square Feet storage
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  • Fire-rated4 hourChemical Tote Storage

    Single Tote & Pallet Storage

    • 4-Hour Fire-Rated 6' Deep 1-Tote-Deep
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Material handling

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Frequently asked questions

How should Dioxane, 1, 4- be stored?

Store Dioxane, 1, 4- in EPA-, OSHA-, and NFPA-compliant containment suited to its hazards (Category 2 Flammable Liquid). Climate range guidance: <10 C. Compatibility notes: not compatible with DECABORANE; TRIETHYNYL ALUMINUM; OXYGEN; HALOGENS; REDUCING AGENTS; MOISTURE and HEAT US Hazmat Rentals provides compliant chemical storage buildings available for rental.

Is Dioxane, 1, 4- flammable?

Yes — Dioxane, 1, 4- is flagged as a flammable hazard in this database (Yes). Flash point: 12 °C / 53.6 °F . Use fire-rated storage and follow NFPA 30 / applicable flammable-liquid rules where they apply.

What hazard class is Dioxane, 1, 4-?

Dioxane, 1, 4- is listed as: Category 2 Flammable Liquid. Serious Eye Damage/Eye Irritation Category 2 Carcinogenicity Category 2 Specific target organ toxicity (single exposure) Category 3 Target Organs - Respiratory system, Central nervous system (CNS). F

What fire suppression is recommended for Dioxane, 1, 4-?

Dry Chemical fire suppression is generally recommended for Dioxane, 1, 4- (C4H8O2). *Please consult your raw material manufacturer's safety data sheet (SDS) and your local authority having jurisdiction to verify the most adequate fire suppression extinguisher for your specific storage or use.

Is compliant Dioxane, 1, 4- storage available for rent?

Yes. US Hazmat Rentals offers EPA-, OSHA-, and NFPA-compliant chemical storage buildings and containment that can be matched to Dioxane, 1, 4-. Request sizing and compliance guidance at https://ushazmatrentals.com/chemical-storage-quote-request/.