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Regulation (EC) No 1272/2008 of the European Parliament and of the CouncilShow full title
Regulation (EC) No 1272/2008 of the European Parliament and of the Council of 16 December 2008 on classification, labelling and packaging of substances and mixtures, amending and repealing Directives 67/548/EEC and 1999/45/EC, and amending Regulation (EC) No 1907/2006 (Text with EEA relevance)
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1.Part 1: Criteria for the selection of precautionary statements
Table 6.1
Precautionary statements — General
| Code | General precautionary statements | Hazard class | Hazard category | Conditions for use |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| (1) | (2) | (3) | (4) | (5) |
| P101 | If medical advice is needed, have product container or label at hand. | as appropriate | Consumer products | |
| P102 | Keep out of reach of children. | as appropriate | Consumer products | |
| P103 | Read label before use. | as appropriate | Consumer products |
Table 6.2
Precautionary statements — Prevention
| Code | Prevention precautionary statements | Hazard class | Hazard category | Conditions for use |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| (1) | (2) | (3) | (4) | (5) |
| P201 | Obtain special instructions before use. | Explosives (section 2.1) | Unstable explosive | |
| Germ cell mutagenicity (section 3.5) | 1A, 1B, 2 | |||
| Carcinogenicity (section 3.6) | 1A, 1B, 2 | |||
| Reproductive toxicity (section 3.7) | 1A, 1B, 2 | |||
| Reproductive toxicity — effects on or via lactation (section 3.7) | Additional category | |||
| P202 | Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood. | Explosives (section 2.1) | Unstable explosive | |
| Germ cell mutagenicity (section 3.5) | 1A, 1B, 2 | |||
| Carcinogenicity (section 3.6) | 1A, 1B, 2 | |||
| Reproductive toxicity (section 3.7) | 1A, 1B, 2 | |||
| P210 | Keep away from heat/sparks/open flames/hot surfaces. — No smoking. | Explosives (section 2.1) | Divisions 1.1, 1.2, 1.3, 1.4, 1.5 | Manufacturer/supplier to specify applicable ignition source(s). |
| Flammable gases (section 2.2) | 1, 2 | |||
| Flammable aerosols (section 2.3) | 1, 2 | |||
| Flammable liquids (section 2.6) | 1, 2, 3 | |||
| Flammable solids (section 2.7) | 1, 2 | |||
| Self-reactive substances and mixtures (section 2.8) | Types A, B, C, D, E, F | |||
| Pyrophoric liquids (section 2.9) | 1 | |||
| Pyrophoric solids (section 2.10) | 1 | |||
| Organic peroxides (section 2.15) | Types A, B, C, D, E, F | |||
| Oxidising liquids (section 2.13) | 1, 2, 3 |
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| Oxidising solids (section 2.14) | 1, 2, 3 | |||
| P211 | Do not spray on an open flame or other ignition source. | Flammable aerosols (section 2.3) | 1, 2 | |
| P220 | Keep/Store away from clothing/…/combustible materials. | Oxidising gases (section 2.4) | 1 | … Manufacturer/supplier to specify incompatible materials. |
| Self-reactive substances and mixtures (section 2.8) | Types A, B, C, D, E, F | |||
| Oxidising liquids (section 2.13) | 1 | … Manufacturer/supplier to specify incompatible materials.
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| 2, 3 | … Manufacturer/supplier to specify incompatible materials. | |||
| Oxidising solids (section 2.14) | 1 | … Manufacturer/supplier to specify incompatible materials.
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| 2, 3 | … Manufacturer/supplier to specify incompatible materials. | |||
| Organic peroxides (section 2.15) | Types A, B, C, D, E, F | |||
| P221 | Take any precaution to avoid mixing with combustibles/… | Oxidising liquids (section 2.13) | 1, 2, 3 | … Manufacturer/supplier to specify incompatible materials. |
| Oxidising solids (section 2.14) | 1, 2, 3 | |||
| P222 | Do not allow contact with air. | Pyrophoric liquids (section 2.9) | 1 | |
| Pyrophoric solids (section 2.10) | 1 | |||
| P223 | Keep away from any possible contact with water, because of violent reaction and possible flash fire. | Substances and mixtures which, in contact with water, emit flammable gases (section 2.12) | 1, 2 | |
| P230 | Keep wetted with … | Explosives (section 2.1) | Divisions 1.1, 1.2, 1.3, 1.5 | … Manufacturer/supplier to specify appropriate material.
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| P231 | Handle under inert gas. | Substances and mixtures which, in contact with water, emit flammable gases (section 2.12) | 1, 2, 3 | |
| P232 | Protect from moisture. | Substances and mixtures which, in contact with water, emit flammable gases (section 2.12) | 1, 2, 3 | |
| P233 | Keep container tightly closed. | Flammable liquids (section 2.6) | 1, 2, 3 | |
| Acute toxicity — inhalation (section 3.1) | 1, 2, 3 |
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| Specific target organ toxicity — single exposure; respiratory tract irritation (section 3.8) | 3 | |||
| Specific target organ toxicity — single exposure; narcosis (section 3.8) | 3 | |||
| P234 | Keep only in original container. | Self-reactive substances and mixtures (section 2.8) | Types A, B, C, D, E, F | |
| Organic peroxides (section 2.15) | Types A, B, C, D, E, F | |||
| Corrosive to metals (section 2.16) | 1 | |||
| P235 | Keep cool. | Flammable liquids (section 2.6) | 1, 2, 3 | |
| Self-reactive substances and mixtures (Section 2.8) | Types A, B, C, D, E, F | |||
| Self-heating substances and mixtures (section 2.11) | 1, 2 | |||
| Organic peroxides (section 2.15) | Types A, B, C, D, E, F | |||
| P240 | Ground/bond container and receiving equipment. | Explosives (section 2.1) | Divisions 1.1, 1.2, 1.3, 1.4, 1.5 |
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| Flammable liquids (section 2.6) | 1, 2, 3 |
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| Flammable solids (section 2.7) | 1, 2 |
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| P241 | Use explosion-proof electrical/ventilating/lighting/…/equipment. | Flammable liquids (section 2.6) | 1, 2, 3 | … Manufacturer/supplier to specify other equipment. |
| Flammable solids (section 2.7) | 1, 2 | … Manufacturer/supplier to specify other equipment.
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| P242 | Use only non-sparking tools. | Flammable liquids (section 2.6) | 1, 2, 3 | |
| P243 | Take precautionary measures against static discharge. | Flammable liquids (section 2.6) | 1, 2, 3 | |
| P244 | Keep reduction valves free from grease and oil. | Oxidising gases (section 2.4) | 1 | |
| P250 | Do not subject to grinding/shock/…/friction. | Explosives (section 2.1) | Divisions 1.1, 1.2, 1.3, 1.4, 1.5 | … Manufacturer/supplier to specify applicable rough handling. |
| P251 | Pressurized container: Do not pierce or burn, even after use. | Flammable aerosols (section 2.3) | 1, 2 | |
| P260 | Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray. | Acute toxicity — inhalation (section 3.1) | 1, 2 | Manufacturer/supplier to specify applicable conditions. |
| Specific target organ toxicity — single exposure (section 3.8) | 1, 2 | |||
| Specific target organ toxicity — repeated exposure (section 3.9) | 1, 2 | |||
| Skin corrosion (section 3.2) | 1A, 1B, 1C |
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| Reproductive toxicity — effects on or via lactation (section 3.7) | Additional category | |||
| P261 | Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray. | Acute toxicity — inhalation (section 3.1) | 3, 4 | Manufacturer/supplier to specify applicable conditions. |
| Respiratory sensitisation (section 3.4) | 1 | |||
| Skin sensitisation (section 3.4) | 1 | |||
| Specific target organ toxicity — single exposure; respiratory tract irritation (section 3.8) | 3 | |||
| Specific target organ toxicity — single exposure; narcosis (section 3.8) | 3 | |||
| P262 | Do not get in eyes, on skin, or on clothing. | Acute toxicity — dermal (section 3.1) | 1, 2 | |
| P263 | Avoid contact during pregnancy/while nursing. | Reproductive toxicity — effects on or via lactation (section 3.7) | Additional category | |
| P264 | Wash … thoroughly after handling. | Acute toxicity — oral (section 3.1) | 1, 2, 3, 4 | Manufacturer/supplier to specify parts of the body to be washed after handling. |
| Acute toxicity — dermal (section 3.1) | 1, 2 | |||
| Skin corrosion (section 3.2) | 1A, 1B, 1C | |||
| Skin irritation (section 3.2) | 2 | |||
| Eye irritation (section 3.3) | 2 | |||
| Reproductive toxicity — effects on or via lactation (section 3.7) | Additional category | |||
| Specific target organ toxicity — single exposure (section 3.8) | 1, 2 | |||
| Specific target organ toxicity — repeated exposure (section 3.9) | 1 | |||
| P270 | Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product. | Acute toxicity — oral (section 3.1) | 1, 2, 3, 4 | |
| Acute toxicity — dermal (section 3.1) | 1, 2 | |||
| Reproductive toxicity — effects on or via lactation (section 3.7) | Additional category | |||
| Specific target organ toxicity — single exposure (section 3.8) | 1, 2 | |||
| Specific target organ toxicity — repeated exposure (section 3.9) | 1 | |||
| P271 | Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area. | Acute toxicity — inhalation (section 3.1) | 1, 2, 3, 4 | |
| Specific target organ toxicity — single exposure; respiratory tract irritation (section 3.8) | 3 | |||
| Specific target organ toxicity — single exposure; narcosis (section 3.8) | 3 | |||
| P272 | Contaminated work clothing should not be allowed out of the workplace. | Skin sensitisation (section 3.4) | 1 | |
| P273 | Avoid release to the environment. | Hazardous to the aquatic environment — acute aquatic hazard (section 4.1) | 1 |
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| Hazardous to the aquatic environment — chronic aquatic hazard (section 4.1) | 1, 2, 3, 4 | |||
| Hazardous to the ozone layer (section 5.1) | 1 | |||
| P280 | Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection. | Explosives (section 2.1) | Divisions 1.1, 1.2, 1.3, 1.4, 1.5 | Manufacturer/supplier to specify type of equipment.
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| Flammable liquids (section 2.6) | 1, 2, 3 | Manufacturer/supplier to specify type of equipment.
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| Flammable solids (section 2.7) | 1, 2 | |||
| Self-reactive substances and mixtures (section 2.8) | Types A, B, C, D, E, F | |||
| Pyrophoric liquids (section 2.9) | 1 | |||
| Pyrophoric solids (section 2.10) | 1 | |||
| Self-heating substances and mixtures (section 2.11) | 1, 2 | |||
| Substances and mixtures which, in contact with water, emit flammable gases (section 2.12) | 1, 2, 3 | |||
| Oxidising liquids (section 2.13) | 1, 2, 3 | |||
| Oxidising solids (section 2.14) | 1, 2, 3 | |||
| Organic peroxides (section 2.15) | Types A, B, C, D, E, F | |||
| Acute toxicity — dermal (section 3.1) | 1, 2, 3, 4 | Manufacturer/supplier to specify type of equipment.
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| Skin corrosion (section 3.2) | 1A, 1B, 1C | Manufacturer/supplier to specify type of equipment.
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| Skin irritation (section 3.2) | 2 | Manufacturer/supplier to specify type of equipment.
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| Skin sensitisation (section 3.4) | 1 | |||
| Serious eye damage/eye irritation (section 3.3) | 1 | Manufacturer/supplier to specify type of equipment.
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| Eye irritation (section 3.3) | 2 | |||
| P281 | Use personal protective equipment as required. | Explosives (section 2.1) | Unstable explosive | |
| Germ cell mutagenicity (section 3.5) | 1A, 1B, 2 | |||
| Carcinogenicity (section 3.6) | 1A, 1B, 2 | |||
| Reproductive toxicity (section 3.7) | 1A, 1B, 2 | |||
| P282 | Wear cold insulating gloves/face shield/eye protection. | Gases under pressure (section 2.5) | Refrigerated liquefied gas | |
| P283 | Wear fire/flame resistant/retardant clothing. | Oxidising liquids (section 2.13) | 1 | |
| Oxidising solids (section 2.14) | 1 | |||
| P284 | Wear respiratory protection. | Acute toxicity — inhalation (section 3.1) | 1, 2 | Manufacturer/supplier to specify equipment. |
| P285 | In case of inadequate ventilation wear respiratory protection. | Respiratory sensitisation (section 3.4) | 1 | Manufacturer/supplier to specify equipment. |
| P231 + P232 | Handle under inert gas. Protect from moisture. | Substances and mixtures which, in contact with water, emit flammable gases (section 2.12) | 1, 2, 3 | |
| P235 + P410 | Keep cool. Protect from sunlight. | Self-heating substances and mixtures (section 2.11) | 1, 2 |
Table 6.3
Precautionary statements — Response
| Code | Response precautionary statements | Hazard class | Hazard category | Conditions for use |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| (1) | (2) | (3) | (4) | (5) |
| P301 | IF SWALLOWED: | Acute toxicity — oral (section 3.1) | 1, 2, 3, 4 | |
| Skin corrosion (section 3.2) | 1A, 1B, 1C | |||
| Aspiration Hazard (section 3.10) | 1 | |||
| P302 | IF ON SKIN: | Pyrophoric liquids (section 2.9) | 1 | |
| Acute toxicity — dermal (section 3.1) | 1, 2, 3, 4 | |||
| Skin irritation (section 3.2) | 2 | |||
| Skin sensitisation (section 3.4) | 1 | |||
| P303 | IF ON SKIN (or hair): | Flammable liquids (section 2.6) | 1, 2, 3 | |
| Skin corrosion (section 3.2) | 1A, 1B, 1C | |||
| P304 | IF INHALED: | Acute toxicity — inhalation (section 3.1) | 1, 2, 3, 4 | |
| Skin corrosion (section 3.2) | 1A, 1B, 1C | |||
| Respiratory sensitisation (section 3.4) | 1 | |||
| Specific target organ toxicity — single exposure; respiratory tract irritation (section 3.8) | 3 | |||
| Specific target organ toxicity — single exposure; narcosis (section 3.8) | 3 | |||
| P305 | IF IN EYES: | Skin corrosion (section 3.2) | 1A, 1B, 1C | |
| Serious eye damage/eye irritation (section 3.3) | 1 | |||
| Eye irritation (section 3.3) | 2 | |||
| P306 | IF ON CLOTHING: | Oxidising liquids (section 2.13) | 1 | |
| Oxidising solids (section 2.14) | 1 | |||
| P307 | IF exposed: | Specific target organ toxicity — single exposure (section 3.8) | 1 | |
| P308 | IF exposed or concerned: | Germ cell mutagenicity (section 3.5) | 1A, 1B, 2 | |
| Carcinogenicity (section 3.6) | 1A, 1B, 2 | |||
| Reproductive toxicity (section 3.7) | 1A, 1B, 2 | |||
| Reproductive toxicity — effects on or via lactation (section 3.7) | Additional category | |||
| P309 | IF exposed or if you feel unwell: | Specific target organ toxicity — single exposure (section 3.8) | 2 | |
| P310 | Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician. | Acute toxicity — oral (section 3.1) | 1, 2, 3 | |
| Acute toxicity — dermal (section 3.1) | 1, 2 | |||
| Acute toxicity — inhalation (section 3.1) | 1, 2 | |||
| Skin corrosion (section 3.2) | 1A, 1B, 1C | |||
| Serious eye damage/eye irritation (section 3.3) | 1 | |||
| Aspiration hazard (section 3.10) | 1 | |||
| P311 | Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician. | Acute toxicity — inhalation (section 3.1) | 3 | |
| Respiratory sensitisation (section 3.4) | 1 | |||
| Specific target organ toxicity — single exposure (section 3.8) | 1, 2 | |||
| P312 | Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician if you feel unwell. | Acute toxicity — oral (section 3.1) | 4 | |
| Acute toxicity — dermal (section 3.1) | 3, 4 | |||
| Acute toxicity — inhalation (section 3.1) | 4 | |||
| Specific target organ toxicity — single exposure; respiratory tract irritation (section 3.8) | 3 | |||
| Specific target organ toxicity — single exposure; narcosis (section 3.8) | 3 | |||
| P313 | Get medical advice/attention. | Skin irritation (section 3.2) | 2, 3 | |
| Eye irritation (section 3.3) | 2 | |||
| Skin sensitisation (section 3.4) | 1 | |||
| Germ cell mutagenicity (section 3.5) | 1A, 1B, 2 | |||
| Carcinogenicity (section 3.6) | 1A, 1B, 2 | |||
| Reproductive toxicity (section 3.7) | 1A, 1B, 2 | |||
| Reproductive toxicity — effects on or via lactation (section 3.7) | Additional category | |||
| P314 | Get medical advice/attention if you feel unwell. | Specific target organ toxicity — repeated exposure (section 3.9) | 1, 2 | |
| P315 | Get immediate medical advice/attention. | Gases under pressure (section 2.5) | Refrigerated liquefied gas | |
| P320 | Specific treatment is urgent (see … on this label). | Acute toxicity — inhalation (section 3.1) | 1, 2 | … Reference to supplemental first aid instruction.
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| P321 | Specific treatment (see … on this label). | Acute toxicity — oral (section 3.1) | 1, 2, 3 | … Reference to supplemental first aid instruction.
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| Acute toxicity — inhalation (section 3.1) | 3 | … Reference to supplemental first aid instruction.
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| Specific target organ toxicity — single exposure (section 3.8) | 1 | … Reference to supplemental first aid instruction.
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| Skin sensitisation (section 3.4) | 1 | … Reference to supplemental first aid instruction.
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| Skin corrosion (section 3.2) | 1A, 1B, 1C | |||
| Skin irritation (section 3.2) | 2 | |||
| P322 | Specific measures (see … on this label). | Acute toxicity — dermal (section 3.1) | 1, 2 | … Reference to supplemental first aid instruction.
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| Acute toxicity — dermal (section 3.1) | 3, 4 | … Reference to supplemental first aid instruction.
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| P330 | Rinse mouth. | Acute toxicity — oral (section 3.1) | 1, 2, 3, 4 | |
| Skin corrosion (section 3.2) | 1A, 1B, 1C | |||
| P331 | Do NOT induce vomiting. | Skin corrosion (section 3.2) | 1A, 1B, 1C | |
| Aspiration hazard (section 3.10) | 1 | |||
| P332 | If skin irritation occurs: | Skin irritation (section 3.2) | 2, 3 | |
| P333 | If skin irritation or rash occurs: | Skin sensitisation (section 3.4) | 1 | |
| P334 | Immerse in cool water/wrap in wet bandages. | Pyrophoric liquids (section 2.9) | 1 | |
| Pyrophoric solids (section 2.10) | 1 | |||
| Substances and mixtures which, in contact with water, emit flammable gases (section 2.12) | 1, 2 | |||
| P335 | Brush off loose particles from skin. | Pyrophoric solids (section 2.10) | 1 | |
| Substances and mixtures which, in contact with water, emit flammable gases (section 2.12) | 1, 2 | |||
| P336 | Thaw frosted parts with lukewarm water. Do not rub affected area. | Gases under pressure (section 2.5) | Refrigerated liquefied gas | |
| P337 | If eye irritation persists: | Eye irritation (section 3.3) | 2 | |
| P338 | Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. | Skin corrosion (section 3.2) | 1A, 1B, 1C | |
| Serious eye damage/eye irritation (section 3.3) | 1 | |||
| Eye irritation (section 3.3) | 2 | |||
| P340 | Remove victim to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing. | Acute toxicity — inhalation (section 3.1) | 1, 2, 3, 4 | |
| Skin corrosion (section 3.2) | 1A, 1B, 1C | |||
| Specific target organ toxicity — single exposure; respiratory tract irritation (section 3.8) | 3 | |||
| Specific target organ toxicity — single exposure; narcosis (section 3.8) | 3 | |||
| P341 | If breathing is difficult, remove victim to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing. | Respiratory sensitisation (section 3.4) | 1 | |
| P342 | If experiencing respiratory symptoms: | Respiratory sensitisation (section 3.4) | 1 | |
| P350 | Gently wash with plenty of soap and water. | Acute toxicity — dermal (section 3.1) | 1, 2 | |
| P351 | Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. | Skin corrosion (section 3.2) | 1A, 1B, 1C | |
| Serious eye damage/eye irritation (section 3.3) | 1 | |||
| Eye irritation (section 3.3) | 2 | |||
| P352 | Wash with plenty of soap and water. | Acute toxicity — dermal (section 3.1) | 3, 4 | |
| Skin irritation (section 3.2) | 2 | |||
| Skin sensitisation (section 3.4) | 1 | |||
| P353 | Rinse skin with water/shower. | Flammable liquids (section 2.6) | 1, 2, 3 | |
| Skin corrosion (section 3.2) | 1A, 1B, 1C | |||
| P360 | Rinse immediately contaminated clothing and skin with plenty of water before removing clothes. | Oxidising liquids (section 2.13) | 1 | |
| Oxidising solids (section 2.14) | 1 | |||
| P361 | Remove/Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. | Flammable liquids (section 2.6) | 1, 2, 3 | |
| Acute toxicity — dermal (section 3.1) | 1, 2, 3 | |||
| Skin corrosion (section 3.2) | 1A, 1B, 1C | |||
| P362 | Take off contaminated clothing and wash before reuse. | Skin irritation (section 3.2) | 2 | |
| P363 | Wash contaminated clothing before reuse. | Acute toxicity — dermal (section 3.1) | 1, 2, 3, 4 | |
| Skin corrosion (section 3.2) | 1A, 1B, 1C | |||
| Skin sensitisation (section 3.4) | 1 | |||
| P370 | In case of fire: | Explosives (section 2.1) | Divisions 1.1, 1.2, 1.3, 1.4, 1.5 | |
| Oxidising gases (section 2.4) | 1 | |||
| Flammable liquids (section 2.6) | 1, 2, 3 | |||
| Flammable solids (section 2.7) | 1, 2 | |||
| Self-reactive substances and mixtures (section 2.8) | Types A, B, C, D, E, F | |||
| Pyrophoric liquids (section 2.9) | 1 | |||
| Pyrophoric solids (section 2.10) | 1 | |||
| Substances and mixtures which, in contact with water, emit flammable gases (section 2.12) | 1, 2, 3 | |||
| Oxidising liquids (section 2.13) | 1, 2, 3 | |||
| Oxidising solids (section 2.14) | 1, 2, 3 | |||
| P371 | In case of major fire and large quantities: | Oxidising liquids (section 2.13) | 1 | |
| Oxidising solids (section 2.14) | 1 | |||
| P372 | Explosion risk in case of fire. | Explosives (section 2.1) | Unstable explosives and Divisions 1.1, 1.2, 1.3, 1.4, 1.5 |
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| P373 | DO NOT fight fire when fire reaches explosives. | Explosives (section 2.1) | Unstable explosives and Divisions 1.1, 1.2, 1.3, 1.4, 1.5 | |
| P374 | Fight fire with normal precautions from a reasonable distance. | Explosives (section 2.1) | Division 1.4 |
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| P375 | Fight fire remotely due to the risk of explosion. | Self-reactive substances and mixtures (section 2.8) | Types A, B | |
| Oxidising liquids (section 2.13) | 1 | |||
| Oxidising solids (section 2.14) | 1 | |||
| P376 | Stop leak if safe to do so. | Oxidising gases (section 2.4) | 1 | |
| P377 | Leaking gas fire: Do not extinguish, unless leak can be stopped safely. | Flammable gases (section 2.2) | 1, 2 | |
| P378 | Use … for extinction. | Flammable liquids (section 2.6) | 1, 2, 3 | … Manufacturer/supplier to specify appropriate media
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| Flammable solids (section 2.7) | 1, 2 | |||
| Self-reactive substances and mixtures (section 2.8) | Types A, B, C, D, E, F | |||
| Pyrophoric liquids (section 2.9) | 1 | |||
| Pyrophoric solids (section 2.10) | 1 | |||
| Substances and mixtures which, in contact with water, emit flammable gases (section 2.12) | 1, 2, 3 | |||
| Oxidising liquids (section 2.13) | 1, 2, 3 | |||
| Oxidising solids (section 2.14) | 1, 2, 3 | |||
| P380 | Evacuate area. | Explosives (section 2.1) | Unstable explosives | |
| Explosives (section 2.1) | Divisions 1.1, 1.2, 1.3, 1.4, 1.5 | |||
| Self-reactive substances and mixtures (section 2.8) | Types A, B | |||
| Oxidising liquids (section 2.13) | 1 | |||
| Oxidising solids (section 2.14) | 1 | |||
| P381 | Eliminate all ignition sources if safe to do so. | Flammable gases (section 2.2) | 1, 2 | |
| P390 | Absorb spillage to prevent material damage. | Corrosive to metals (section 2.16) | 1 | |
| P391 | Collect spillage. | Hazardous to the aquatic environment – acute aquatic hazard (section 4.1) | 1 | |
| Hazardous to the aquatic environment – chronic aquatic hazard (section 4.1) | 1, 2 | |||
| P301 + P310 | IF SWALLOWED: Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician. | Acute toxicity — oral (section 3.1) | 1, 2, 3 | |
| Aspiration hazard (section 3.10) | 1 | |||
| P301 + P312 | IF SWALLOWED: Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician if you feel unwell. | Acute toxicity — oral (section 3.1) | 4 | |
| P301 + P330 + P331 | IF SWALLOWED: Rinse mouth. Do NOT induce vomiting. | Skin corrosion (section 3.2) | 1A, 1B, 1C | |
| P302 + P334 | IF ON SKIN: Immerse in cool water/wrap in wet bandages. | Pyrophoric liquids (section 2.9) | 1 | |
| P302 + P350 | IF ON SKIN: Gently wash with plenty of soap and water. | Acute toxicity — dermal (section 3.1) | 1, 2 | |
| P302 + P352 | IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of soap and water. | Acute toxicity — dermal (section 3.1) | 3, 4 | |
| Skin irritation (section 3.2) | 2 | |||
| Skin sensitisation (section 3.4) | 1 | |||
| P303 + P361 + P353 | IF ON SKIN (or hair): Remove/Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water/shower. | Flammable liquids (section 2.6) | 1, 2, 3 | |
| Skin corrosion (section 3.2) | 1A, 1B, 1C | |||
| P304 + P340 | IF INHALED: Remove victim to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing. | Acute toxicity — inhalation (section 3.1) | 1, 2, 3, 4 | |
| Skin corrosion (section 3.2) | 1A, 1B, 1C | |||
| Specific target organ toxicity — single exposure; respiratory tract irritation (section 3.8) | 3 | |||
| Specific target organ toxicity — single exposure; narcosis (section 3.8) | 3 | |||
| P304 + P341 | IF INHALED: If breathing is difficult, remove victim to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing. | Respiratory sensitisation (section 3.4) | 1 | |
| P305 + P351 + P338 | IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. | Skin corrosion (section 3.2) | 1A, 1B, 1C | |
| Serious eye damage/eye irritation (section 3.3) | 1 | |||
| Eye irritation (section 3.3) | 2 | |||
| P306 + P360 | IF ON CLOTHING: Rinse immediately contaminated clothing and skin with plenty of water before removing clothes. | Oxidising liquids (section 2.13) | 1 | |
| Oxidising solids (section 2.14) | 1 | |||
| P307 + P311 | IF exposed: Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician. | Specific target organ toxicity — single exposure (section 3.8) | 1 | |
| P308 + P313 | IF exposed or concerned: Get medical advice/attention. | Germ cell mutagenicity (section 3.5) | 1A, 1B, 2 | |
| Carcinogenicity (section 3.6) | 1A, 1B, 2 | |||
| Reproductive toxicity (section 3.7) | 1A, 1B, 2 | |||
| Reproductive toxicity — effects on or via lactation (section 3.7) | Additional category | |||
| P309 + P311 | IF exposed or if you feel unwell: Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician. | Specific target organ toxicity — single exposure (section 3.8) | 2 | |
| P332 + P313 | If skin irritation occurs: Get medical advice/attention. | Skin irritation (section 3.2) | 2 | |
| P333 + P313 | If skin irritation or rash occurs: Get medical advice/attention. | Skin sensitisation (section 3.4) | 1 | |
| P335 + P334 | Brush off loose particles from skin. Immerse in cool water/wrap in wet bandages. | Pyrophoric solids (section 2.10) | 1 | |
| Substances and mixtures which, in contact with water, emit flammable gases (section 2.12) | 1, 2 | |||
| P337 + P313 | If eye irritation persists: Get medical advice/attention. | Eye irritation (section 3.3) | 2 | |
| P342 + P311 | If experiencing respiratory symptoms: Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician. | Respiratory sensitisation (section 3.4) | 1 | |
| P370 + P376 | In case of fire: Stop leak if safe to do so. | Oxidizing gases (section 2.4) | 1 | |
| P370 + P378 | In case of fire: Use … for extinction. | Flammable liquids (section 2.6) | 1, 2, 3 | … Manufacturer/supplier to specify appropriate media.
|
| Flammable solids (section 2.7) | 1, 2 | |||
| Self-reactive substances and mixtures (section 2.8) | Types A, B, C, D, E, F | |||
| Pyrophoric liquids (section 2.9) | 1 | |||
| Pyrophoric solids (section 2.10) | 1 | |||
| Substances and mixtures which, in contact with water, emit flammable gases (section 2.12) | 1, 2, 3 | |||
| Oxidising liquids (section 2.13) | 1, 2, 3 | |||
| Oxidising solids (section 2.14) | 1, 2, 3 | |||
| P370 + P380 | In case of fire: Evacuate area. | Explosives (section 2.1) | Divisions 1.1, 1.2, 1.3, 1.4, 1.5 | |
| P370 + P380 + P375 | In case of fire: Evacuate area. Fight fire remotely due to the risk of explosion. | Self-reactive substances and mixtures (section 2.8) | Types A, B | |
| P371 + P380 + P375 | In case of major fire and large quantities: Evacuate area. Fight fire remotely due to the risk of explosion. | Oxidising liquids (section 2.13) | 1 | |
| Oxidising solids (section 2.14) | 1 |
Table 6.4
Precautionary statements — Storage
| Code | Storage precautionary statements | Hazard class | Hazard category | Conditions for use |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| (1) | (2) | (3) | (4) | (5) |
| P401 | Store … | Explosives (section 2.1) | Unstable explosives and Divisions 1.1, 1.2, 1.3, 1.4, 1.5 | … in accordance with local/regional/national/international regulations (to be specified). |
| P402 | Store in a dry place. | Substances and mixtures which, in contact with water, emit flammable gases (section 2.12) | 1, 2, 3 | |
| P403 | Store in a well-ventilated place. | Flammable gases (section 2.2) | 1, 2 |
|
| Oxidising gases (section 2.4) | 1 | |||
| Gases under pressure (section 2.5) | Compressed gas | |||
| Liquefied gas | ||||
| Refrigerated Liquefied gas | ||||
| Dissolved gas | ||||
| Flammable liquids (section 2.6) | 1, 2, 3 | |||
| Self-reactive substances and mixtures (section 2.8) | Types A, B, C, D, E, F | |||
| Acute toxicity — inhalation (section 3.1) | 1, 2, 3 | |||
| Specific target organ toxicity — single exposure; respiratory tract irritation (section 3.8) | 3 | |||
| Specific target organ toxicity — single exposure; narcosis (section 3.8) | 3 | |||
| P404 | Store in a closed container. | Substances and mixtures which, in contact with water, emit flammable gases (section 2.12) | 1, 2, 3 | |
| P405 | Store locked up. | Acute toxicity — oral (section 3.1) | 1, 2, 3 | |
| Acute toxicity — dermal (section 3.1) | 1, 2, 3 | |||
| Acute toxicity — inhalation (section 3.1) | 1, 2, 3 | |||
| Skin corrosion (section 3.2) | 1A, 1B, 1C | |||
| Germ cell mutagenicity (section 3.5) | 1A, 1B, 2 | |||
| Carcinogenicity (section 3.6) | 1A, 1B, 2 | |||
| Reproductive toxicity (section 3.7) | 1A, 1B, 2 | |||
| Specific target organ toxicity — single exposure (section 3.8) | 1, 2 | |||
| Specific target organ toxicity — single exposure; respiratory tract irritation (section 3.8) | 3 | |||
| Specific target organ toxicity — single exposure; narcosis (section 3.8) | 3 | |||
| Aspiration hazard (section 3.10) | 1 | |||
| P406 | Store in corrosive resistant/… container with a resistant inner liner. | Corrosive to metals (section 2.16) | 1 | … Manufacturer/supplier to specify other compatible materials. |
| P407 | Maintain air gap between stacks/pallets. | Self-heating substances and mixtures (section 2.11) | 1, 2 | |
| P410 | Protect from sunlight. | Flammable aerosols (section 2.3) | 1, 2 | |
| Gases under pressure (section 2.5) | Compressed gas | |||
| Liquefied gas | ||||
| Dissolved gas | ||||
| Self-heating substances and mixtures (section 2.11) | 1, 2 | |||
| Organic peroxides (section 2.15) | Types A, B, C, D, E, F | |||
| P411 | Store at temperatures not exceeding … oC/…oF. | Self-reactive substances and mixtures (section 2.8) | Types A, B, C, D, E, F | … Manufacturer/supplier to specify temperature |
| Organic peroxides (section 2.15) | Types A, B, C, D, E, F | |||
| P412 | Do not expose to temperatures exceeding 50 oC/122 oF. | Flammable aerosols (section 2.3) | 1, 2 | |
| P413 | Store bulk masses greater than … kg/…lbs at temperatures not exceeding … oC/…oF. | Self-heating substances and mixtures (section 2.11) | 1, 2 | … Manufacturer/supplier to specify mass and temperature. |
| P420 | Store away from other materials. | Self-reactive substances and mixtures (section 2.8) | Types A, B, C, D, E, F | |
| Self-heating substances and mixtures (section 2.11) | 1, 2 | |||
| Organic peroxides (section 2.15) | Types A, B, C, D, E, F | |||
| P422 | Store contents under … | Pyrophoric liquids (section 2.9) | 1 | … Manufacturer/supplier to specify appropriate liquid or inert gas. |
| Pyrophoric solids (section 2.10) | 1 | |||
| P402 + P404 | Store in a dry place. Store in a closed container. | Substances and mixtures which, in contact with water, emit flammable gases (section 2.12) | 1, 2, 3 | |
| P403 + P233 | Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed. | Acute toxicity — inhalation (section 3.1) | 1, 2, 3 |
|
| Specific target organ toxicity — single exposure; respiratory tract irritation (section 3.8) | 3 | |||
| Specific target organ toxicity — single exposure; narcosis (section 3.8) | 3 | |||
| P403 + P235 | Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep cool. | Flammable liquids (section 2.6) | 1, 2, 3 | |
| Self-reactive substances and mixtures (section 2.8) | Types A, B, C, D, E, F | |||
| P410 + P403 | Protect from sunlight. Store in a well-ventilated place. | Gases under pressure (section 2.5) | Compressed gas | |
| Liquefied gas | ||||
| Dissolved gas | ||||
| P410 + P412 | Protect from sunlight. Do not expose to temperatures exceeding 50 oC/122oF. | Flammable aerosols (section 2.3) | 1, 2 | |
| P411 + P235 | Store at temperatures not exceeding … oC/…oF. Keep cool. | Organic peroxides (section 2.15) | Types A, B, C, D, E, F | … Manufacturer/supplier to specify temperature. |
Table 6.5
Precautionary statements — Disposal
| Code | Disposal precautionary statements | Hazard class | Hazard category | Conditions for use |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| (1) | (2) | (3) | (4) | (5) |
| P501 | Dispose of contents/container to … | Explosives (section 2.1) | Unstable explosives and Divisions 1.1, 1.2, 1.3, 1.4, 1.5 | … in accordance with local/regional/national/international regulation (to be specified). |
| Flammable liquids (section 2.6) | 1, 2, 3 | |||
| Self-reactive substances and mixtures (section 2.8) | Types A, B, C, D, E, F | |||
| Substances and mixtures which, in contact with water, emit flammable gases (section 2.12) | 1, 2, 3 | |||
| Oxidising liquids (section 2.13) | 1, 2, 3 | |||
| Oxidising solids (section 2.14) | 1, 2, 3 | |||
| Organic peroxides (section 2.15) | Types A, B, C, D, E, F | |||
| Acute toxicity — oral (section 3.1) | 1, 2, 3, 4 | |||
| Acute toxicity — dermal (section 3.1) | 1, 2, 3, 4 | |||
| Acute toxicity — inhalation (section 3.1) | 1, 2 | |||
| Skin corrosion (section 3.2) | 1A, 1B, 1C | |||
| Respiratory sensitisation (section 3.4) | 1 | |||
| Skin sensitisation (section 3.4) | 1 | |||
| Germ cell mutagenicity (section 3.5) | 1A, 1B, 2 | |||
| Carcinogenicity (section 3.6) | 1A, 1B, 2 | |||
| Reproductive toxicity (section 3.7) | 1A, 1B, 2 | |||
| Specific target organ toxicity — single exposure (section 3.8) | 1, 2 | |||
| Specific target organ toxicity — single exposure; respiratory tract irritation (section 3.8) | 3 | |||
| Specific target organ toxicity — single exposure; narcosis (section 3.8) | 3 | |||
| Specific target organ toxicity — repeated exposure (section 3.9) | 1, 2 | |||
| Aspiration hazard (section 3.10) | 1 | |||
| Hazardous to the aquatic environment — acute aquatic hazard (section 4.1) | 1 | |||
| Hazardous to the aquatic environment — chronic aquatic hazard (section 4.1) | 1, 2, 3, 4 | |||
| Hazardous to the ozone layer (section 5.1) | 1 |
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