Why is flashpoint significant?
The department of transportation requires that the flashpoint be listed on each bottle. It is important for employee and environmental safety. Any product with a flashpoint under 100º F cannot be transported by ground without a hazardous materials certificate. Any product with a flashpoint under 141º F cannot be transported by air without a hazardous materials certificate because of the change in air pressure involved with flying. Products with a flashpoint of 142º F and higher can be transported by ground and air. If you are working in a commercial facility, most fire departments will want to know the flashpoint of the products you are using. This helps them better be prepared in the event of a fire.
