I think the freepers just proved it's the RDX (new info added)

[jezebel]

http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-news/1259925/posts

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I found this in the pdf spec for Cast Boosters:
•Hazardous Shipping Description
•Boosters, 1.1D UN 0042 (this is on the label in the picture)

then they have a chart with Boosters listed as PETN and RDX
Someone copy the chart before they remove it
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it's even better

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"1.1" on the orange IATA label is the least stable: in other words, a "mass explosion hazard."

and I'll copy this one to show how the insurgents are using this to kill our troops
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Explosive devices, as used by terrorists, guerrillas or commando forces, are formally known as Improvised Explosive Devices or IEDs. An IED is a device placed or fabricated in an improvised manner incorporating destructive, lethal, noxious, pyrotechnic, or incendiary chemicals and designed to destroy, incapacitate, harass, or distract. It may incorporate military stores, but is normally devised from nonmilitary components. An IED typically consists of an explosive charge, possibly a booster charge, a detonator and a mechanism either mechanical or electronic, known as the initiation system. Unconventional warfare or terrorist activities in a theater of operations can include the extensive use of IEDs. These IEDs are mostly conventional high-explosive charges, also known as homemade bombs. However, there is the threat that toxic chemical, biological, or even nuclear material can be included to add to the destructive power and psychological effect of the device. Usually, IEDs are of crude design. However, terrorist groups have been known to produce sophisticated devices. Since these devices are nonstandard, there are no specific guidelines for Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) personnel to use to positively identify or categorize them. Highly sophisticated IEDs have been constructed from arming devices scavenged from conventional munitions and easily purchased electronic components, as well as consumer devices such as mobile phones. The degree of sophistication depends on the ingenuity of the designer and the tools and materials available. Today’s IEDs are extremely diverse and may contain any type of firing device or initiator, plus various commercial, military, or contrived chemical or explosive fillers. EOD personnel are trained in the render safe and disposal of IEDs. The addition of nuclear, biological, or chemical (NBC) material into an IED will require additional support as stated in the other situations above. As with other missions, the EOD CP provides the area commander with an assessment of the situation and of support needed to complete the mission. http://www.wordiq.com/definition/Improvised_explosive_device

[YEM]

1. Just saw that!!

[YEM]

2. Sorry it's so large!

[JuniorPlankton]

3. May I ask what it means?

:kick:

[michigandem2]

5. yeah I am lost..maybe I am just an idiot! LOL!

[Renew Deal]

4. Thanks freeps!

:hi:

useful idiots

[jezebel]

6. kick

[jezebel]

7. more info: the freepers are soooo helpful

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Ok, new reports now show there were only 3 tons of RDX left.
ABC News’ Martha Raddatz reportet "that an IAEA document shows that in January of 2003 there was just over 3 tons of RDX stored at Al Qaqaa ".

3 tons = 6000lbs.


Note the crate that says 40KG. 1 KG = 2.2 lbs.

40KG x 2.2lbs/KG = 88lbs.

3 Tons = 6000lbs/88lbs.(crate of explosives) = 68 crates.

Looks like that room alone could just about total 3 tons.