What does Division 6.1 classification relate to?

• A. Flammability hazards
• B. Toxicity hazards
• C. Corrosivity hazards
• D. Explosiveness hazards

Answer: (B)

Division 6.1 refers to substances that are toxic to humans. This category covers materials that can cause harm if inhaled, swallowed, or absorbed through the skin, whether they have acute or chronic toxicity. It’s the hazard group specifically for poisonous substances, which is why it’s described as toxicity hazards.

This is different from the others: flammability hazards are found in Class 3 (flammable liquids), corrosivity hazards are in Class 8, and explosives are in Class 1. So Division 6.1 is the toxicity-focused portion of the dangerous goods classifications.