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According to regulatory definitions, flammable solids include combustible, self-reactive, and desensitized explosive solids. In general, flammable solids decompose at elevated temperatures or, in fire, burn vigorously, decompose in contact with acids or alkalis, and can produce toxic reaction products.

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Fox, M.A. (1999). Flammable Solids and Division 4.1. In: Glossary for the Worldwide Transportation of Dangerous Goods and Hazardous Materials. Springer, Berlin, Heidelberg. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-662-11890-0_34

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