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Brennbare

Brennbare is the German term for substances or mixtures that are flammable or combustible. It describes materials that can ignite and sustain combustion under ordinary conditions, or after brief exposure to heat, sparks, or flames. The term is commonly used in safety documentation, labeling, and regulatory contexts to indicate a fire hazard.

Whether a material is considered brennbar depends on regulatory thresholds such as flash point for liquids

Common brennbare liquids include fuels and solvents such as gasoline, ethanol, and acetone. Brennbar gases include

Preventive measures include storing away from heat sources and ignition sources, using approved containers and ventilation,

and
ignition
properties
for
gases
and
solids.
In
Germany,
the
concept
appears
in
the
Gefahrstoffverordnung
(GefStoffV)
and
related
TRGS
rules,
and
it
aligns
with
the
European
Union's
CLP
Regulation
for
classification,
labeling
and
packaging
of
hazardous
substances.
The
designation
triggers
specific
handling,
storage,
and
labeling
requirements
designed
to
reduce
the
risk
of
ignition.
It
is
used
to
communicate
hazard
to
workers,
transporters,
and
emergency
responders.
propane
and
methane,
while
certain
dusts
and
fine
powders
can
form
combustible
or
explosive
atmospheres
when
dispersed
in
air.
grounding
and
bonding
of
containers
to
prevent
static
discharge,
and
having
appropriate
fire
suppression
equipment
readily
available.
Safety
data
sheets
and
labeling
in
accordance
with
CLP
provide
guidance
for
handling,
storage,
and
emergency
response.