Precautionary statements & Physical hazards

Precautionary statements

P:101 If medical advice is needed, have product container or label at hand
P:102 Keep out of reach of children
P:103 Read label before use
P:201 Obtain special instructions before use
P:202 Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood
P:210 Keep away from heat/sparks/open flames/hot surfaces
P:211 Do not spray on an open flame or other ignition source
P:220 Keep/Store away from clothing/
P:221 Take any precaution to avoid mixing with combustibles
P:222 Do not allow contact with air
P:223 Keep away from any possible contact with water, because of violent reaction and possible flash fire
P:230 Keep wetted with
P:231 Handle under inert gas
P:232 Protect from moisture
P:233 Keep container tightly closed
P:234 Keep only in original container
P:235 Keep cool
P:240 Ground/bond container and receiving equipment
P:241 Use explosion-proof electrical/ventilating/light/
P:242 Use only non-sparking tools
P:243 Take precautionary measures against static discharge
P:244 Keep reduction valves free from grease and oil
P:250 Do not subject to grinding/shock/
P:251 Pressurized container
P:260 Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray
P:261 Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray
P:262 Do not get in eyes, on skin, or on clothing
P:263 Avoid contact during pregnancy/while nursing
P:264 Wash
P:270 Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product
P:271 Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area
P:272 Contaminated work clothing should not be allowed out of the workplace
P:273 Avoid release to the environment
P:280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection
P:281 Use personal protective equipment as required
P:282 Wear cold insulating gloves/face shield/eye protection
P:283 Wear fire/flame resistant/retardant clothing
P:284 Wear respiratory protection
P:285 In case of inadequate ventilation wear respiratory protection
P:301 IF SWALLOWED:
P:302 IF ON SKIN:
P:303 IF ON SKIN (or hair):
P:304 IF INHALED:
P:305 IF IN EYES:
P:306 IF ON CLOTHING:
P:307 IF exposed:
P:308 IF exposed or concerned:
P:309 IF exposed or you feel unwell:
P:310 Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician
P:311 Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician
P:312 Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician if you feel unwell
P:313 Get medical advice/attention
P:314 Get Medical advice/attention if you feel unwell
P:315 Get immediate medical advice/attention
P:320 Specific treatment is urgent (see
P:321 Specific treatment (see
P:322 Specific measures (see
P:330 Rinse mouth
P:331 Do NOT induce vomiting
P:332 If skin irritation occurs:
P:333 If skin irritation or a rash occurs:
P:334 Immerse in cool water/wrap in wet bandages
P:335 Brush off loose particles from skin
P:336 Thaw frosted parts with lukewarm water. Do not rub affected areas
P:337 If eye irritation persists:
P:338 Remove contact lenses if present and easy to do. continue rinsing
P:340 Remove victim to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing
P:341 If breathing is difficult, remove victim to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing
P:342 If experiencing respiratory symptoms:
P:350 Gently wash with soap and water
P:351 Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes
P:352 Wash with soap and water
P:353 Rinse skin with water/shower
P:360 Rinse immediately contaminated clothing and skin with plenty of water before removing clothes
P:361 Remove/Take off immediately all contaminated clothing
P:362 Take off contaminated clothing and wash before reuse
P:363 Wash contaminated clothing before reuse
P:370 In case of fire:
P:371 In case of major fire and large quantities:
P:372 Explosion risk in case of fire
P:373 DO NOT fight fire when fire reaches explosives
P:374 Fight fire with normal precautions from a reasonable distance
P:375 Fight fire remotely due to the risk of explosion
P:376 Stop leak if safe to do so
P:377 Leaking gas fire
P:378 Use
P:380 Evacuate area
P:381 Eliminate all ignition sources if safe to do so
P:391 Collect spillage
P:401 Store
P:402 Store in a dry place
P:403 Store in a well ventilated place
P:404 Store in a closed container
P:405 Store locked up
P:406 Store in a corrosive resistant/
P:407 Maintain air gap between stacks/pallets
P:410 Protect from sunlight
P:411 Store at temperatures not exceeding
P:412 Do not expose to temperatures exceeding 50
P:413 Store bulk masses greater than
P:420 Store away from other materials
P:422 Store contents under
P:501 Dispose of contents/container to
P:231+232 Handle under inert gas. Protect from moisture
P:235+410 Keep cool. Protect from sunlight
P:301+310 IF SWALLOWED: Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician
P:301+312 IF SWALLOWED: Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician if you feel unwell
P:302+334 IF ON SKIN: Immerse in cool water/wrap in wet bandages
P:302+350 IF ON SKIN: Gently wash with soap and water
P:302+352 IF ON SKIN: Wash with soap and water
P:304+312 IF INHALED: Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician if you feel unwell
P:304+340 IF INHALED: Remove victim to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing
P:304+341 IF INHALED: If breathing is difficult, remove victim to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing
P:306+360 IF ON CLOTHING: Rinse immediately contaminated clothing and skin with plenty of water before removing clothes
P:307+311 IF exposed: Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician
P:308+313 IF exposed or concerned: Get medical advice/attention
P:309+311 IF exposed or you feel unwell: Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician
P:332+313 If skin irritation occurs: Get medical advice/attention
P:333+313 If skin irritation or a rash occurs: Get medical advice/attention
P:335+334 Brush off loose particles from skin. Immerse in cool water/wrap in wet bandages
P:337+313 If eye irritation persists get medical advice/attention
P:342+311 If experiencing respiratory symptoms: Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician
P:370+376 In case of fire: Stop leak if safe to do so
P:370+378 In case of fire: Use
P:370+380 In case of fire: Evacuate area
P:402+404 Store in a dry place. Store in a closed container
P:403+233 Store in a well ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed
P:403+235 Store in a well ventilated place. Keep cool
P:410+403 Protect from sunlight. Store in a well ventilated place
P:410+412 Protect from sunlight. Do not expose to temperatures exceeding 50
P:411+235 Store at temperatures not exceeding
P:301+330+331 IF SWALLOWED: Rinse mouth. Do NOT induce vomiting
P:303+361+353 IF ON SKIN (or hair): Remove/Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water/shower
P:305+351+338 IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses if present and easy to do
P:370+380+375 In case of fire: Evacuate area. Fight fire remotely due to the risk of explosion
P:371+380+375 In case of major fire and large quantities: Evacuate area. Fight fire remotely due to the risk of explosion

Physical hazards

H:200 Unstable explosive
H:201 Explosive: mass explosion hazard
H:202 Explosive: severe projection hazard
H:203 Explosive: fire, blast or projection hazard
H:204 Fire or projection hazard
H:205 May mass explode in fire
H:220 Extremely flammable gas
H:221 Flammable gas
H:222 Extremely flammable aerosol
H:223 Flammable aerosol
H:224 Extremely flammable liquid and vapour
H:225 Highly flammable liquid and vapour
H:226 Flammable liquid and vapour
H:227 Combustible liquid
H:228 Flammable solid
H:229 Pressurized container: may burst if heated
H:230 May react explosively even in the absence of air
H:231 May react explosively even in the absence of air at elevated pressure and/or temperature
H:240 Heating may cause an explosion
H:241 Heating may cause a fire or explosion
H:242 Heating may cause a fire
H:250 Catches fire spontaneously if exposed to air
H:251 Self-heating: may catch fire
H:252 Self-heating in large quantities: may catch fire
H:260 In contact with water releases flammable gases which may ignite spontaneously
H:261 In contact with water releases flammable gas
H:270 May cause or intensify fire: oxidizer
H:271 May cause fire or explosion: strong oxidizer
H:272 May intensify fire: oxidizer
H:280 Contains gas under pressure: may explode if heated
H:281 Contains refrigerated gas: may cause cryogenic burns or injury
H:290 May be corrosive to metals
H:300 Fatal if swallowed
H:301 Toxic if swallowed
H:302 Harmful if swallowed
H:303 May be harmful if swallowed
H:304 May be fatal if swallowed and enters airways
H:305 May be harmful if swallowed and enters airways
H:310 Fatal in contact with skin
H:311 Toxic in contact with skin
H:312 Harmful in contact with skin
H:313 May be harmful in contact with skin
H:314 Causes severe skin burns and eye damage
H:315 Causes skin irritation
H:316 Causes mild skin irritation
H:317 May cause an allergic skin reaction
H:318 Causes serious eye damage
H:319 Causes serious eye irritation
H:320 Causes eye irritation
H:330 Fatal if inhaled
H:331 Toxic if inhaled
H:332 Harmful if inhaled
H:333 May be harmful if inhaled
H:334 May cause allergy or asthma symptoms or breathing difficulties if inhaled
H:335 May cause respiratory irritation
H:336 May cause drowsiness or dizziness
H:340 May cause genetic defects
H:341 Suspected of causing genetic defects
H:350 May cause cancer
H:351 Suspected of causing cancer
H:360 May damage fertility or the unborn child
H:361 Suspected of damaging fertility or the unborn child
H:362 May cause harm to breast-fed children
H:370 Causes damage to organs
H:371 May cause damage to organs
H:372 Causes damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure
H:373 May cause damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure
H:400 Very toxic to aquatic life
H:401 Toxic to aquatic life
H:402 Harmful to aquatic life
H:410 Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects
H:411 Toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects
H:412 Harmful to aquatic life with long lasting effects
H:413 May cause long lasting harmful effects to aquatic life
H:420 Harms public health and the environment by destroying ozone in the upper atmosphere