Gases Under Pressure (CHAPTER 2.5) : Symbol

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GASES UNDER PRESSURE

(CHAPTER 2.5)
Symbol
Gas cylinder
Hazard category Signal word Hazard statement
Compressed gas Warning H280 Contains gas under pressure; may explode if heated
Liquefied gas Warning H280 Contains gas under pressure; may explode if heated
Dissolved gas Warning H280 Contains gas under pressure; may explode if heated
Precautionary statements
Prevention Response Storage Disposal
P410 + P403
Protect from sunlight. Store in a well-
ventilated place.
– may be omitted for gases filled in
transportable gas cylinders in
accordance with packing instruction
P200 of the UN Recommendations on
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the Transport of Dangerous Goods,

Model Regulations, unless those gases
are subject to (slow) decomposition or
polymerisation, or the competent
authority provides otherwise.
GASES UNDER PRESSURE

(CHAPTER 2.5)
Symbol
Gas cylinder
Refrigerated liquefied gas Warning H281 Contains refrigerated gas; may cause cryogenic burns or injury
P282 P336 P403
Wear cold insulating gloves/face shield/eye Thaw frosted parts with lukewarm Store in well-ventilated place.
protection. water. Do not rub affected area.
P315
Get immediate medical
advice/attention
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FLAMMABLE LIQUIDS
(CHAPTER 2.6)
Symbol
Flame
1 Danger H224 Extremely flammable liquid and vapour
2 Danger H225 Highly flammable liquid and vapour
3 Warning H226 Flammable liquid and vapour
P210 P303 + P361 + P353 P403 + P235 P501
Keep away from heat/sparks/open flames/hot surfaces. IF ON SKIN (or hair): Take off Store in a well-ventilated Dispose of contents/container to...
No smoking. immediately all contaminated clothing. place. Keep cool. … in accordance with
Manufacturer/supplier or the competent authority to Rinse skin with water/shower. local/regional/national/international
specify applicable ignition source(s). P370 + P378 regulations (to be specified).
P233 In case of fire: Use ... to extinguish.
Keep container tightly closed. ... Manufacturer/supplier or the competent
P240 authority to specify appropriate media.
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Ground/Bond container and receiving equipment - if water increases risk.

- if electrostatically sensitive material is for reloading.
- if product is volatile so as to generate hazardous
atmosphere.
P241
Use explosion-proof electrical/ventilating/
lighting/.../equipment.
... Manufacturer/supplier or the competent authority to
specify other equipment.
P242
Use only non-sparking tools.
P243
Take precautionary measures against static discharge.
P280
Wear protective gloves/eye protection/face protection
Manufacturer/supplier or the competent authority to
specify type of equipment.
FLAMMABLE LIQUIDS
(CHAPTER 2.6)
Symbol
No symbol
4 Warning H227 Combustible liquid
P210 P370 + P378 P403 + P235 P501
Keep away from flames and hot surfaces. No In case of fire: Use ... to extinguish. Store in a well-ventilated place. Dispose of contents/container to...
smoking. ... Manufacturer/supplier or the Keep cool. in accordance with local/regional/
P280 competent authority to specify national/international regulations (to be
Wear protective gloves/eye protection/face appropriate media. specified).
protection - if water increases risk.
Manufacturer/supplier or the competent authority to
specify type of equipment.
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FLAMMABLE SOLIDS
(CHAPTER 2.7)
Symbol
Flame
1 Danger H228 Flammable solid
2 Warning H228 Flammable solid
P210 P370 + P378
Keep away from heat/sparks/open flames/hot In case of fire: Use ... to extinguish
surfaces. No smoking. ... Manufacturer/supplier or the competent
Manufacturer/supplier or the competent authority to specify appropriate media.
authority to specify applicable ignition source(s). - if water increases risk.
P240
Ground/Bond container and receiving
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equipment.
- if electrostatically sensitive material is for
reloading.
P241
Use explosion-proof electrical/ventilating/
lighting/... /equipment.
... Manufacturer/supplier or the competent
authority to specify other equipment.
- if dust clouds can occur.
P280
Wear protective gloves/eye protection/face
protection
Manufacturer/supplier or the competent
authority to specify type of equipment.
SELF-REACTIVE SUBSTANCES AND MIXTURES

(CHAPTER 2.8)
Symbol
Exploding bomb
Type A Danger H240 Heating may cause an explosion
P210 P370 + P378 P403 + P235 P501
Keep away from heat/sparks/open In case of fire: Use ... to extinguish Store in a well-ventilated place. Dispose of contents/container to...
flames/hot surfaces. No smoking. ... Manufacturer/supplier or the competent Keep cool. … in accordance with
Manufacturer/supplier or the competent authority to specify appropriate media. P411 local/regional/national/international
authority to specify applicable ignition - if water increases risk. Store at temperatures not regulations (to be specified).
source(s). P370 + P380 + P375 exceeding …°C/…°F.
P220 In case of fire: Evacuate area. Fight fire ... Manufacturer/supplier or the
Keep/Store away from remotely due to the risk of explosion. competent authority to specify
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clothing/…/combustible materials. temperature.

... Manufacturer/supplier or the competent P420
authority to specify other incompatible Store away from other materials.
materials.
P234
Keep only in original container.
P280
protection.

(CHAPTER 2.8)
Symbol
Exploding bomb and flame
Type B Danger H241 Heating may cause a fire or explosion
P210 P370 + P378 P403 + P235 P501
Keep away from heat/sparks/open flames/hot In case of fire: Use ... to extinguish. Store in a well-ventilated place. Dispose of contents/container to...
surfaces. No smoking. ... Manufacturer/supplier or the competent Keep cool. …in accordance with
authority to specify applicable ignition - if water increases risk Store at temperatures not regulations (to be specified).
source(s). P370 + P380 + P375 exceeding …°C/…°F.
P220 In case of fire: Evacuate area. Fight fire ... Manufacturer/supplier or the
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Keep/Store away from remotely due to the risk of explosion. competent authority to specify
clothing/.../combustible materials. temperature.
... Manufacturer/supplier or the competent P420
materials.
P234
P280
protection.

(CHAPTER 2.8)
Symbol
Flame
Type C Danger H242 Heating may cause a fire
Type D Danger H242 Heating may cause a fire
Type E Warning H242 Heating may cause a fire
Type F Warning H242 Heating may cause a fire
P210 P370 + P378 P403 + P235 P501
Keep away from heat/sparks/open flames/hot In case of fire: Use ... to extinguish Store in a well-ventilated place. Dispose of contents/container to...
surfaces. No smoking. ... Manufacturer/supplier or the competent Keep cool. …in accordance with
authority to specify applicable ignition - if water increases risk. Store at temperatures not regulations (to be specified).
source(s). exceeding …°C/…°F.
P220 ...Manufacturer/supplier or the
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Keep/Store away from competent authority to specify

clothing/…/combustible materials. temperature.
…Manufacturer/supplier or the competent P420
materials.
P234
P280
protection.
PYROPHORIC LIQUIDS
(CHAPTER 2.9)
Symbol
Flame
1 Danger H250 Catches fire spontaneously if exposed to air
P210 P302 + P334 P422
Keep away from heat/sparks/open flames/hot IF ON SKIN: Immerse in cool Store contents under ...
surfaces. No smoking. water/wrap with wet bandages ... Manufacturer/supplier or the
Manufacturer/supplier or the competent competent authority to specify
authority to specify applicable ignition P370 + P378 appropriate liquid or inert gas.
source(s). In case of fire: Use ... to extinguish
P222 ... Manufacturer/supplier or the competent
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Do not allow contact with air. authority to specify appropriate media.

P280 - if water increases risk.
protection.
PYROPHORIC SOLIDS
(CHAPTER 2.10)
Symbol
Flame
1 Danger H250 Catches fire spontaneously if exposed to air
P210 P335 + P334 P422
Keep away from heat/sparks/open flames/hot Brush off loose particles from skin. Store contents under ...
surfaces. No smoking. Immerse in cool water/wrap in wet …Manufacturer/supplier or the
Manufacturer/supplier or the competent bandages. competent authority to specify
authority to specify applicable ignition appropriate liquid or inert gas.
source(s). P370 + P378
P222 In case of fire: Use ... to extinguish
Do not allow contact with air. ... Manufacturer/supplier or the competent
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Wear protective gloves/eye protection/face - if water increases risk.
protection
SELF-HEATING SUBSTANCES AND MIXTURES

(CHAPTER 2.11)
Symbol
Flame
1 Danger H251 Self-heating; may catch fire
2 Warning H252 Self-heating in large quantities; may catch fire
P235 + P410 P407
Keep cool. Protect from sunlight. Maintain air gap between
P280 stacks/pallets.
Wear protective gloves/eye protection/face P413
protection. Store bulk masses greater than …
Manufacturer/supplier or the competent kg/…lbs at temperatures not
authority to specify type of equipment. exceeding …°C/…°F.
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... Manufacturer/supplier or the

competent authority to specify mass
and temperature.
P420
Store away from other materials.
SUBSTANCES AND MIXTURES WHICH, IN CONTACT WITH WATER, EMIT FLAMMABLE GASES
(CHAPTER 2.12)
Symbol
Flame
1 Danger H260 In contact with water releases flammable gases, which may ignite spontaneously
2 Danger H261 In contact with water releases flammable gas
P223 P335 + P334 P402 + P404 P501
Do not allow contact with water. Brush off loose particles from skin and Store in a dry place. Store in a Dispose of contents/container to...
P231 + P232 immerse in cool water/wrap in wet closed container. …in accordance with
Handle under inert gas. Protect from bandages. local/regional/national/ international
moisture. P370 + P378 regulations (to be specified).
P280 In case of fire: Use ... to extinguish
Wear protective gloves/eye protection/face ... Manufacturer/supplier or the competent
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protection. authority to specify appropriate media.

Manufacturer/supplier or the competent - if water increases risk.
SUBSTANCES AND MIXTURES WHICH, IN CONTACT WITH WATER, EMIT FLAMMABLE GASES
(CHAPTER 2.12)
Symbol
Flame
3 Warning H261 In contact with water releases flammable gas
P231 + P232 P370 + P378 P402 + P404 P501
Handle under inert gas. Protect from In case of fire: Use ... to extinguish. Store in a dry place. Store in a Dispose of contents/container to...
moisture. ... Manufacturer/supplier or the competent closed container. ... in accordance with
P280 authority to specify appropriate media. local/regional/national/international
Wear protective gloves/eye protection/face - if water increases risk. regulations (to be specified).
protection.
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OXIDIZING LIQUIDS
(CHAPTER 2.13)
Symbol
Flame over circle
1 Danger H271 May cause fire or explosion; strong oxidizer
P210 P306 + P360 P501
Keep away from heat. IF ON CLOTHING: Rinse immediately Dispose of contents/container to...
P220 contaminated clothing and skin with …in accordance with local/regional/
Keep/Store away from clothing and other plenty of water before removing clothes. national/international regulations (to
combustible materials. P371 + P380 + P375 be specified).
P221 In case of major fire and large
Take any precaution to avoid mixing with quantities: Evacuate area. Fight fire
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combustibles/... remotely due to the risk of explosion.

... Manufacturer/supplier or the competent P370 + P378
authority to specify other incompatible In case of fire: Use ... to extinguish.
materials. ... Manufacturer/supplier or the competent
Wear protective gloves /eye protection/face - if water increases risk.
protection.
P283
Wear fire/flame resistant/retardant clothing.
OXIDIZING LIQUIDS
(CHAPTER 2.13)
Symbol
Flame over circle
2 Danger H272 May intensify fire; oxidizer
3 Warning H272 May intensify fire; oxidizer
P210 P370 + P378 P501
Keep away from heat. In case of fire: Use ... to extinguish. Dispose of contents/container to...
P220 ... Manufacturer/supplier or the competent …in accordance with local/regional/
Keep/Store away from authority to specify appropriate media. national/international regulations (to
clothing/…/combustible materials. - if water increases risk. be specified).
…Manufacturer/supplier or the competent
authority to specify other incompatible
materials.
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P221
Take any precaution to avoid mixing with
combustibles/...
materials.
P280
protection.
OXIDIZING SOLIDS
(CHAPTER 2.14)
Symbol
Flame over circle
1 Danger H271 May cause fire or explosion; strong oxidizer
P210 P306 + P360 P501
Keep away from heat. IF ON CLOTHING: Rinse immediately Dispose of contents/container to...
P220 contaminated clothing and skin with …in accordance with local/regional/
Keep away from clothing and other plenty of water before removing clothes. national/international regulations (to
combustible materials. P371 + P380 + P375 be specified).
P221 In case of major fire and large
Take any precaution to avoid mixing with quantities: Evacuate area. Fight fire
combustibles/... remotely due to the risk of explosion.
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…Manufacturer/supplier or the competent P370 + P378

authority to specify other incompatible In case of fire: Use ... to extinguish.
materials. ... Manufacturer/supplier or the competent
Wear protective gloves/eye protection/face - if water increases risk.
protection.
P283
Wear fire/flame resistant/retardant clothing.
OXIDIZING SOLIDS
(CHAPTER 2.14)
Symbol
Flame over circle
2 Danger H272 May intensify fire; oxidizer
3 Warning H272 May intensify fire; oxidizer
P210 P370 + P378 P501

Keep away from heat. In case of fire: Use ... to extinguish. Dispose of contents/container to...
... Manufacturer/supplier or the competent ... in accordance with
P220
authority to specify appropriate media. local/regional/national/international
Keep/Store away from clothing/…/
- if water increases risk. regulations (to be specified).
combustible materials.
… Manufacturer/supplier or the competent
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authority to specify incompatible materials.

P221
Take any precaution to avoid mixing with
combustibles/...
materials.
P280
protection.
ORGANIC PEROXIDES
(CHAPTER 2.15)
Symbol
Exploding bomb
Type A Danger H240 Heating may cause an explosion
P210 P411 + P235 P501

Keep away from heat/sparks/open Store at temperatures not Dispose of contents/container to...
flames/hot surfaces. No smoking. exceeding …°C/…°F. Keep cool. ... in accordance with
Manufacturer/supplier or the competent ... Manufacturer/supplier or the local/regional/national/international
authority to specify applicable ignition competent authority to specify regulations (to be specified).
source(s). temperature.
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P220 P410
Keep/Store away from Protect from sunlight.
clothing/…/combustible materials.
P420
P234
P280
protection.
ORGANIC PEROXIDES
(CHAPTER 2.15)
Symbol
Exploding bomb and flame
Type B Danger H241 Heating may cause a fire or explosion
P210 P411 + P235 P501

Keep away from heat/sparks/open flames/hot Store at temperatures not Dispose of contents/container to...
surfaces. No smoking. exceeding …°C/…°F. Keep cool. ... in accordance with
Manufacturer/supplier or the competent Manufacturer/supplier or the local/regional/national/international
authority to specify applicable ignition competent authority to specify regulations (to be specified).
source(s). temperature.
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P220 P410
Keep /Store away from Protect from sunlight.
clothing/.../combustible materials.
P420
P234
P280
protection.
ORGANIC PEROXIDES
(CHAPTER 2.15)
Symbol
Flame
Type C Danger H242 Heating may cause a fire
Type D Danger H242 Heating may cause a fire
Type E Warning H242 Heating may cause a fire
Type F Warning H242 Heating may cause a fire
P210 P411 + P235 P501

Keep away from heat/sparks/open flames/hot Store at temperatures not exceeding Dispose of contents/container to...
surfaces. No smoking. …°C/…°F. Keep cool. ... in accordance with
Manufacturer/supplier or the competent authority ... Manufacturer/supplier or the competent local/regional/national/international
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to specify applicable ignition source(s). authority to specify temperature. regulations (to be specified).
P220 P410
Keep/Store away from clothing/.../ combustible Protect from sunlight.
materials
P420
P234
P280
protection.
Manufacturer/supplier or the competent authority
to specify type of equipment.
CORROSIVE TO METALS
(CHAPTER 2.16)
Symbol
Corrosion
1 Warning H290 May be corrosive to metals
P234 P390 P406

Keep only in original container. Absorb spillage to prevent material Store in corrosive resistant/... container
damage. with a resistant inner liner.
authority to specify other compatible
materials.
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ACUTE TOXICITY - ORAL

(CHAPTER 3.1)
Symbol
Skull and crossbones
1 Danger H300 Fatal if swallowed
2 Danger H300 Fatal if swallowed
P264 P301 + P310 P405 P501

Wash …thoroughly after handling. IF SWALLOWED: Immediately call a Store locked up. Dispose of contents/container to...
… Manufacturer/supplier or the competent POISON CENTER/doctor/... ... in accordance with
authority to specify parts of the body to be …Manufacturer/supplier or the competent authority local/regional/national/international
washed after handling. to specify the appropriate source of emergency regulations (to be specified).
medical advice.
P270
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Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this P321

product. Specific treatment (see ... on this label)
... Reference to supplemental first aid instruction.
- if immediate administration of antidote is
required.
P330
Rinse mouth.

(CHAPTER 3.1)
Symbol
3 Danger H301 Toxic if swallowed
P264 P301 + P310 P405 P501

Wash … thoroughly after handling. IF SWALLOWED: Immediately call a POISON Store locked up. Dispose of contents/container to...
… Manufacturer/supplier or the competent CENTER/doctor/... ... in accordance with
authority to specify parts of the body to be …Manufacturer/supplier or the competent authority to local/regional/national/international
washed after handling. specify the appropriate source of emergency medical regulations (to be specified).
advice.
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P270
product. Specific treatment (see ... on this label)
- if immediate administration of antidote is required.
P330
Rinse mouth.

(CHAPTER 3.1)
Symbol
Exclamation mark
4 Warning H302 Harmful if swallowed
P264 P301 + P312 P501

Wash … thoroughly after handling. IF SWALLOWED: Call a POISON CENTER/ Dispose of contents/container to...
… Manufacturer/supplier or the competent doctor/…/if you feel unwell. ... in accordance with
authority to specify parts of the body to be …Manufacturer/supplier or the competent authority local/regional/national/international
washed after handling. to specify the appropriate source of emergency regulations (to be specified).
medical advice.
P270
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product. Rinse mouth.

(CHAPTER 3.1)
Symbol
No symbol
5 Warning H303 May be harmful if swallowed
P312
Call a POISON CENTER/doctor/…/if you feel unwell.
…Manufacturer/supplier or the competent authority to specify
the appropriate source of emergency medical advice.
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ACUTE TOXICITY - DERMAL

(CHAPTER 3.1)
Symbol
1 Danger H310 Fatal in contact with skin
2 Danger H310 Fatal in contact with skin
P262 P302 + P352 P405 P501

Do not get in eyes, on skin, or on clothing. IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of water/... Store locked up. Dispose of contents/container to...
…Manufacturer/supplier or the competent ... in accordance with
P264 authority may specify a cleansing agent if local/regional/national/international
Wash … thoroughly after handling. appropriate, or may recommend an alternative regulations (to be specified).
… Manufacturer/supplier or the competent agent in exceptional cases if water is clearly
authority to specify parts of the body to be
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inappropriate.
washed after handling.
P310
P270 Immediately call a POISON
Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this CENTER/doctor/...
product. …Manufacturer/supplier or the competent
P280 authority to specify the appropriate source of
emergency medical advice.
Wear protective gloves/protective clothing.
Manufacturer/supplier or the competent P321
authority to specify type of equipment. Specific treatment (see ... on this label)
... Reference to supplemental first aid
instruction.
- if immediate measures such as specific
cleansing agent is advised.
P361+ P364
Take off immediately all contaminated
clothing and wash it before reuse.

(CHAPTER 3.1)
Symbol
3 Danger H311 Toxic in contact with skin
P280 P302 + P352 P405 P501

Wear protective gloves/protective clothing. IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of water/... Store locked up. Dispose of contents/container to...
Manufacturer/supplier or the competent …Manufacturer/supplier or the competent authority ... in accordance with
authority to specify type of equipment. may specify a cleansing agent if appropriate, or may local/regional/national/international
recommend an alternative agent in exceptional cases regulations (to be specified).
if water is clearly inappropriate.
P312
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Call a POISON CENTER/doctor/…/if you feel

unwell.
…Manufacturer/supplier or the competent authority
to specify the appropriate source of emergency
medical advice.
P321
Specific treatment (see ... on this label)
- if immediate measures such as specific cleansing
agent is advised.
P361 + P364
Take off immediately all contaminated clothing
and wash it before reuse.

(CHAPTER 3.1)
Symbol
Exclamation mark
4 Warning H312 Harmful in contact with skin
P280 P302 + P352 P501

Wear protective gloves/protective clothing IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of water/... Dispose of contents/container to...
Manufacturer/supplier or the competent …Manufacturer/supplier or the competent ... in accordance with
authority to specify type of equipment. authority may specify a cleansing agent if local/regional/national/international
appropriate, or may recommend an alternative regulations (to be specified).
agent in exceptional cases if water is clearly
inappropriate.
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P312
Call a POISON CENTER/doctor/…/if you
feel unwell.
authority to specify the appropriate source of
P321
instruction.
- if immediate measures such as specific
cleansing agent is advised.
P362 + P364
Take off contaminated clothing and wash it
before reuse.

(CHAPTER 3.1)
Symbol
No symbol
5 Warning H313 May be harmful in contact with skin
P312
Call a POISON CENTER/doctor/…/if
you feel unwell.
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ACUTE TOXICITY - INHALATION

(CHAPTER 3.1)
Symbol
1 Danger H330 Fatal if inhaled
2 Danger H330 Fatal if inhaled
P260 P304 + P340 P403 + P233 P501

Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/ IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh Store in a well-ventilated place. Dispose of contents/container to...
vapours/spray. air and keep comfortable for breathing. Keep container tightly closed. ... in accordance with
Manufacturer/supplier or the competent - if product is volatile as to local/regional/national/international
P310
authority to specify applicable conditions. generate hazardous atmosphere. regulations (to be specified).
Immediately call a POISON
P271 CENTER/doctor/... P405
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Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated …Manufacturer/supplier or the competent Store locked up.
area. authority to specify the appropriate source of
P284
[In case of inadequate ventilation] wear P320
respiratory protection. Specific treatment is urgent (see ... on
Manufacturer/supplier or the competent this label)
authority to specify equipment. ... Reference to supplemental first aid
– text in square brackets may be used if additional instruction.
information is provided with the chemical at the - if immediate administration of
point of use that explains what type of ventilation antidote is required.
would be adequate for safe use.

(CHAPTER 3.1)
Symbol
3 Danger H331 Toxic if inhaled
P403 + P233
P261 P304 + P340 P501
Store in a well-ventilated place.
Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/ IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh Dispose of content/container to…
Keep container tightly closed.
vapours/spray. air and keep comfortable for breathing. … in accordance with
- if product is volatile so as to
Manufacturer/supplier or the competent local/regional/national/international
P311 generate hazardous atmosphere.
authority to specify applicable conditions. regulations (to be specified).
– may be omitted if P260 is given on the label
Call a POISON CENTER/doctor...
P405
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Store locked up.
P271
Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated emergency medical advice.
area. P321
instruction.
- if immediate specific measures are
required.

(CHAPTER 3.1)
Symbol
Exclamation mark
4 Warning H332 Harmful if inhaled
P261 P304 + P340

Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/ IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh
vapours/spray. air and keep comfortable for breathing.
P312
authority to specify applicable conditions.
you feel unwell.
P271 …Manufacturer/supplier or the competent
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Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area. authority to specify the appropriate source of

(CHAPTER 3.1)
Symbol
No symbol
5 Warning H333 May be harmful if inhaled
P304 + P312
IF INHALED:
you feel unwell.
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SKIN CORROSION/IRRITATION
(CHAPTER 3.2)
Symbol
Corrosion
1A to 1C Danger H314 Causes severe skin burns and eye damage
P260 P301 + P330 + P331 P405 P501
Do not breathe dusts or mists. IF SWALLOWED: Rinse mouth. Do NOT induce Store locked up. Dispose of contents/container to...
- if inhalable particles of dusts or mists may vomiting. ... in accordance with
occur during use. P303 + P361 + P353 local/regional/national/international
P264 IF ON SKIN (or hair): Take off immediately all regulations (to be specified).
Wash …thoroughly after handling. contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water/shower.
…Manufacturer/supplier or the competent P363
authority to specify parts of the body to be Wash contaminated clothing before reuse.
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P304 + P340
P280 IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep
Wear protective gloves/protective comfortable for breathing.
clothing/eye protection/face protection.
P310
Immediately call a POISON CENTER/doctor/...
…Manufacturer/supplier or the competent authority to specify
the appropriate source of emergency medical advice.
P321
- Manufacturer/supplier or the competent authority may
specify a cleansing agent if appropriate.
P305 + P351 + P338
IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several
minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to
do. Continue rinsing.
(CHAPTER 3.2)
Symbol
Exclamation mark
2 Warning H315 Causes skin irritation
P264 P302 + P352

Wash … thoroughly after handling. IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty water/…
… Manufacturer/supplier or the competent …Manufacturer/supplier or the competent
authority to specify parts of the body to be authority may specify a cleansing agent if
washed after handling. appropriate, or may recommend an alternative
agent in exceptional cases if water is clearly
P280 inappropriate.
Wear protective gloves.
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Manufacturer/supplier or the competent P321

authority to specify type of equipment. Specific treatment (see ... on this label)
instruction.
– Manufacturer/supplier or the competent
authority may specify a cleansing agent if
appropriate.
P332 + P313
If skin irritation occurs: Get medical
advice/attention.
– may be omitted when P333+P313 appears
on the label
P362 + P364
Take off contaminated clothing and wash
it before reuse.
(CHAPTER 3.2)
Symbol
No symbol
3 Warning H316 Causes mild skin irritation
P332 + P313
If skin irritation occurs: Get medical
advice/attention.
– may be omitted when P333+P313 appears
on the label
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EYE DAMAGE/IRRITATION
(CHAPTER 3.3)
Symbol
Corrosion
1 Danger H318 Causes serious eye damage
P280 P305 + P351 + P338

Wear eye protection/face protection. IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water
Manufacturer/supplier or the competent for several minutes. Remove contact
authority to specify type of equipment. lenses, if present and easy to do.
Continue rinsing.
P310
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Immediately call a POISON

CENTER/doctor/...
(CHAPTER 3.3)
Symbol
Exclamation mark
2A Warning H319 Causes serious eye irritation
P264 P305 + P351 + P338

Wash … thoroughly after handling. IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water
… Manufacturer/supplier or the competent for several minutes. Remove contact
authority to specify parts of the body to be lenses, if present and easy to do.
washed after handling. Continue rinsing.
P280 P337 + P313
Wear eye protection/face protection. If eye irritation persists: Get medical
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Manufacturer/supplier or the competent advice/attention.

(CHAPTER 3.3)
Symbol
No symbol
2B Warning H320 Causes eye irritation
P264 P305 + P351 + P338

Wash … thoroughly after handling. IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water
… Manufacturer/supplier or the competent for several minutes. Remove contact
authority to specify parts of the body to be lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue
washed after handling. rinsing.
P337 + P313
If eye irritation persists: Get medical
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advice/attention.
SENSITIZATION - RESPIRATORY
(CHAPTER 3.4)
Symbol
Health hazard
1, 1A, 1B Danger H334 May cause allergy or asthma symptoms or breathing difficulties if inhaled
P261 P304 + P340 P501

Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/ IF INHALED: remove person to fresh Dispose of contents/container to...
vapours/spray. air and keep comfortable for breathing. ... in accordance with
P342 + P311
If experiencing respiratory symptoms:
Call a POISON CENTER/doctor/...
P284 …Manufacturer/supplier or the competent
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[In case of inadequate ventilation] wear authority to specify the appropriate source of
respiratory protection. emergency medical advice.
authority to specify equipment
– text in square brackets may be used if additional
information is provided with the chemical at the
point of use that explains what type of ventilation
would be adequate for safe use.
SENSITIZATION - SKIN
(CHAPTER 3.4)
Symbol
Exclamation mark
1, 1A, 1B Warning H317 May cause an allergic skin reaction
P261 P302 + P352 P501

Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/ IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of water/… Dispose of contents/container to...
vapours/spray. …Manufacturer/supplier or the competent ... in accordance with
Manufacturer/supplier or the competent authority may specify a cleansing agent if local/regional/national/international
authority to specify applicable conditions. appropriate, or may recommend an alternative regulations (to be specified).
– may be omitted if P260 is given on the label agent in exceptional cases if water is clearly
inappropriate.
P272
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Contaminated work clothing should not be P333 + P313

allowed out of the workplace. If skin irritation or rash occurs: Get medical
advice/attention.
P280
Wear protective gloves. P321
Manufacturer/supplier or the competent Specific treatment (see ... on this label)
authority to specify type of equipment. ... Reference to supplemental first aid
instruction.
- Manufacturer/supplier or the competent
authority may specify a cleansing agent if
appropriate.
P362 + P364
Take off contaminated clothing and wash it
before reuse.
GERM CELL MUTAGENICITY

(CHAPTER 3.5)
Symbol
Health hazard
1 Danger H340 May cause genetic defects <...>
2 Warning H341 Suspected of causing genetic defects <...>
<...> (state route of exposure if it is conclusively proven that no other routes of exposure
cause the hazard)
P201 P308 + P313 P405 P501

Obtain special instructions before use. IF exposed or concerned: Get medical Store locked up. Dispose of contents/container to...
advice/attention. ... in accordance with
P202
local/regional/national/international
Do not handle until all safety precautions
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regulations (to be specified).

have been read and understood.
P280
Wear protective gloves/protective
CARCINOGENICITY
(CHAPTER 3.6)
Symbol
Health hazard
1 Danger H350 May cause cancer <...>
2 Warning H351 Suspected of causing cancer <...>
<...> (state route of exposure if it is conclusively proven that no other routes of exposure
cause the hazard).
P201 P308 + P313 P405 P501

P202
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P280
TOXIC TO REPRODUCTION
(CHAPTER 3.7)
Symbol
Health hazard
1 Danger H360 May damage fertility or the unborn child <...> <<...>>
2 Warning H361 Suspected of damaging fertility or the unborn child <...> <<...>>
<...> (state specific effect if known)
<<...>> (state route of exposure if it is conclusively proven that no other routes of exposure
cause the hazard)
P201 P308 + P313 P405 P501

P202
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P280
TOXIC TO REPRODUCTION
(CHAPTER 3.7)
(effects on or via lactation)
Symbol
No symbol
(additional) No signal word H362 May cause harm to breast-fed children
P201 P308 + P313

Obtain special instructions before use. IF exposed or concerned: Get medical
advice/attention.
P260
Do not breathe dusts or mists.
- if inhalable particles of dusts or mists may
occur during use.
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P263
Avoid contact during pregnancy/while
nursing.
P264
Wash … thoroughly after handling.
P270
Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this
product.
SPECIFIC TARGET ORGAN TOXICITY (SINGLE EXPOSURE)

(CHAPTER 3.8)
Symbol
Health hazard
1 Danger H370 Causes damage to organs <...> <<...>>
<...> (or state all organs affected if known)
cause the hazard)
P260 P308 + P311 P405 P501

Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/ IF exposed or concerned: Call a POISON Store locked up. Dispose of contents/container to...
vapours/spray. CENTER/doctor/... ... in accordance with
Manufacturer/supplier or the competent …Manufacturer/supplier or the competent local/regional/national/international
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authority to specify applicable conditions. authority to specify the appropriate source of regulations (to be specified).
P264
Wash …thoroughly after handling. P321
… Manufacturer/supplier or the competent Specific treatment (see ... on this label)
authority to specify parts of the body to be ... Reference to supplemental first aid
washed after handling. instruction.
- if immediate measures are required.
P270
product.

(CHAPTER 3.8)
Symbol
Health hazard
2 Warning H371 May cause damage to organs <...> <<...>>
<...> (or state all organs affected, if known)
cause the hazard)
P260 P308 + P311 P405 P501

Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/ IF exposed or concerned: Call a POISON Store locked up. Dispose of contents/container to...
vapours/spray. CENTER/doctor/... ... in accordance with
Manufacturer/supplier or the competent …Manufacturer/supplier or the competent local/regional/national/international
authority to specify applicable conditions. authority to specify the appropriate source of regulations (to be specified).
P264
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… Manufacturer/supplier or the competent
P270
product.

(CHAPTER 3.8)
Symbol
Exclamation mark
3 Warning H335 May cause respiratory irritation; or
H336 May cause drowsiness or dizziness
P261 P304 + P340 P403 + P233 P501

Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/ IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh Store in a well-ventilated place. Dispose of contents/container to...
vapours/spray. air and keep comfortable for breathing. Keep container tightly closed. ... in accordance with
Manufacturer/supplier or the competent - if product is volatile so as to local/regional/national/international
P312
authority to specify applicable conditions. generate hazardous atmosphere. regulations (to be specified).
– may be omitted if P260 is given on the label.
you feel unwell. P405
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P271 …Manufacturer/supplier or the competent Store locked up.

Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated authority to specify the appropriate source of
area. emergency medical advice.
SPECIFIC TARGET ORGAN TOXICITY (REPEATED EXPOSURE)

(CHAPTER 3.9)
Symbol
Health hazard
1 Danger H372 Causes damage to organs <...> through prolonged or repeated exposure <<...>>
<...> (state all organs affected, if known)
cause the hazard)
P260 P314 P501

Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/ Get medical advice/attention if you feel Dispose of contents/container to...
vapours/spray. unwell. ... in accordance with
P264
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P270
product.
SPECIFIC TARGET ORGAN TOXICITY (REPEATED EXPOSURE)

(CHAPTER 3.9)
Symbol
Health hazard
2 Warning H373 May cause damage to organs <...> through prolonged or repeated exposure <<...>>
<...> (state all organs affected, if known)
cause the hazard)
P260 P314 P501

Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/ Get medical advice/attention if you feel Dispose of contents/container to...
vapours/spray. unwell. ... in accordance with
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ASPIRATION HAZARD
(CHAPTER 3.10)
Symbol
Health hazard
1 Danger H304 May be fatal if swallowed and enters airways
2 Warning H305 May be harmful if swallowed and enters airways
P301 + P310 P405 P501

IF SWALLOWED: Immediately call a Store locked up. Dispose of contents/container to...
POISON CENTER/ doctor/... ... in accordance with
…Manufacturer/supplier or the competent local/regional/national/international
authority to specify the appropriate source of regulations (to be specified).
P331
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Do NOT induce vomiting.

HAZARDOUS TO THE AQUATIC ENVIRONMENT - ACUTE HAZARD

(CHAPTER 4.1)
Symbol
Environment
1 Warning H400 Very toxic to aquatic life
P273 P391 P501

Avoid release to the environment. Collect spillage. Dispose of contents/container to...
- if this is not the intended use. ... in accordance with
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HAZARDOUS TO THE AQUATIC ENVIRONMENT - ACUTE HAZARD

(CHAPTER 4.1)
Symbol
No symbol
2 No signal word H401 Toxic to aquatic life
3 No signal word H402 Harmful to aquatic life
P273 P501
Avoid release to the environment. Dispose of contents/container to...
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HAZARDOUS TO THE AQUATIC ENVIRONMENT - LONG-TERM HAZARD

(CHAPTER 4.1)
Symbol
Environment
1 Warning H410 Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects
2 No signal word H411 Toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects
P273 P391 P501

Avoid release to the environment. Collect spillage. Dispose of contents/container to...
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HAZARDOUS TO THE AQUATIC ENVIRONMENT - LONG-TERM HAZARD

(CHAPTER 4.1)
Symbol
No symbol
3 No signal word H412 Harmful to aquatic life with long lasting effects
4 No signal word H413 May cause long lasting harmful effects to aquatic life
P273 P501
Avoid release to the environment. Dispose of contents/container to...
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HAZARDOUS TO THE OZONE LAYER

(CHAPTER 4.2)
Symbol
Exclamation mark
1 Warning H420 Harms public health and the environment by destroying
ozone in the upper atmosphere
P502
Refer to manufacturer/supplier for
information on recovery/recycling
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Annex 3
Section 4
EXAMPLES OF PRECAUTIONARY PICTOGRAMS
A3.4.1 Precautionary pictograms

From European Union (Council Directive 92/58/EEC of 24 June 1992)
From South African Bureau of Standards (SABS 0265:1999)
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GASES UNDER PRESSURE

the Transport of Dangerous Goods,

GASES UNDER PRESSURE

Ground/Bond container and receiving equipment - if water increases risk.

SELF-REACTIVE SUBSTANCES AND MIXTURES

clothing/…/combustible materials. temperature.

SELF-REACTIVE SUBSTANCES AND MIXTURES

SELF-REACTIVE SUBSTANCES AND MIXTURES

Keep/Store away from competent authority to specify

Do not allow contact with air. authority to specify appropriate media.

P280 authority to specify appropriate media.

SELF-HEATING SUBSTANCES AND MIXTURES

... Manufacturer/supplier or the

protection. authority to specify appropriate media.

authority to specify type of equipment.

combustibles/... remotely due to the risk of explosion.

…Manufacturer/supplier or the competent P370 + P378

P210 P370 + P378 P501

authority to specify incompatible materials.

P210 P411 + P235 P501

P210 P411 + P235 P501

P210 P411 + P235 P501

P234 P390 P406

ACUTE TOXICITY - ORAL

P264 P301 + P310 P405 P501

Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this P321

ACUTE TOXICITY - ORAL

P264 P301 + P310 P405 P501

ACUTE TOXICITY - ORAL

P264 P301 + P312 P501

Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this P330

ACUTE TOXICITY - ORAL

ACUTE TOXICITY - DERMAL

P262 P302 + P352 P405 P501

ACUTE TOXICITY - DERMAL

P280 P302 + P352 P405 P501

Call a POISON CENTER/doctor/…/if you feel

ACUTE TOXICITY - DERMAL

P280 P302 + P352 P501

ACUTE TOXICITY - DERMAL

ACUTE TOXICITY - INHALATION

P260 P304 + P340 P403 + P233 P501

ACUTE TOXICITY - INHALATION

…Manufacturer/supplier or the competent

ACUTE TOXICITY - INHALATION

P261 P304 + P340

ACUTE TOXICITY - INHALATION

washed after handling.

P264 P302 + P352

Manufacturer/supplier or the competent P321

P280 P305 + P351 + P338

Immediately call a POISON

P264 P305 + P351 + P338

Manufacturer/supplier or the competent advice/attention.

P264 P305 + P351 + P338

P261 P304 + P340 P501

P261 P302 + P352 P501

Contaminated work clothing should not be P333 + P313

GERM CELL MUTAGENICITY

P201 P308 + P313 P405 P501

regulations (to be specified).

P201 P308 + P313 P405 P501