5103 Classification of Aerosol Products — 2025 California Fire Code
California Fire Code (Title 24, Part 9) · 2025 edition · updated 2026-09-25 · California
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Cite as: 2025 California Fire Code (Title 24, Part 9) § 5103 · Effective January 1, 2026 · Official source: Building Standards Commission
5103.1 Classification levels.¶
Aerosol products shall be classified as Level 1, 2 or 3 in accordance with Table 5103.1 and NFPA 30B. Aerosol products in cartons that are not identified in accordance with this section shall be classified as Level 3.
TABLE 5103.1—CLASSIFICATION OF AEROSOL PRODUCTS
| CHEMICAL HEAT OF COMBUSTION | CHEMICAL HEAT OF COMBUSTION | AEROSOL CLASSIFICATION |
|---|---|---|
| Greater than (Btu/ |
Less than or equal to (Btu/ |
Less than or equal to (Btu/ |
| 0 | 8,600 | 1 |
| 8,600 | 13,000 | 2 |
| 13,000 | — | 3 |
| For SI: 1 British thermal unit per pound = 0.002326 kJ/ |
5103.2 Identification.¶
Cartons or outer packaging shall be identified on not fewer than one exterior side with the classification level of the aerosol products contained within the carton.
5103.2.1 Aerosol products. Cartons or outer packaging containing aerosol products in metal containers or glass and plastic containers 4 fluid ounces. (118 ml) or less shall be clearly marked as follows:
LEVEL ________ AEROSOLS
5103.2.2 Aerosol cooking spray products. Cartons or outer packaging containing aerosol cooking spray products in metal containers shall be clearly marked as follows:
AEROSOL COOKING SPRAY
AEROSOLS
5103.2.3 Plastic aerosol products. Cartons or outer packaging containing aerosol products in plastic containers greater than 4 fluid ounces (118 ml) shall be clearly marked as follows:
PLASTIC AEROSOL 1, 3 or X
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