Hazard symbols

Pictogram
and
significance

Phrases R
being able to
be associated

R2, R3
E
Explosive
R7, R8, R9
O
Combustive
R12
F+
Extremely
Flammable
F
Highly
Flammable

R17 (1),
R15 (2),
R11 (3), (4)

R10

Risk phrases R

Hazard represented by the pictogram

Precaution to take when using the product
Examples
Danger:
Substances and preparations which may explode under the effect of a flame or if
subjected to shocks or friction.
Caution:
Avoid shocks, friction, sparks and heat.
Example :
Benzoyl peroxide, picric acid
Danger:
Substances and preparations which give rise to a highly exothermic reaction in contact
with other substances, particularly flammable substances.
Caution:
Keep away from flammable, combustible and spontaneously combustible materials.
Example :
Lithium peroxide, potassium nitrate, sodium chlorate
Danger:
Liquid substances and preparations having an extremely low flash-point below 0C and
a low boiling-point below 35C and gaseous substances and preparations which are
flammable in contact with air at ambient temperature and pressure.
Caution:
Avoid any contact with igniting sources.
Example : Hydrogen, acetylene, butane, silane, phosphine, diethyl ether, pentane
Danger: (1) Substance igniting spontaneously at room temperature when in contact with air, without
the help of flames and sparks.
Caution:
Avoid contact with air.
Example :
Butyl lithium (solution), Raney nickel
Danger: (2) Substances producing flammable vapours when in contact with water or wet air.
Caution:
Avoid contact with water and wet air.
Example :
Metallic sodium, sodium hydride
Danger: (3) Liquid with very low flash point below 21 C, without being extremely flammable.
Caution:
Keep away from flames, heat and sparks.
Example :
Acetone, ethanol, ethyl acetate, hexane
Danger: 4) Substances or solids igniting easily when in short contact with igniting source and
continue burning after the suppression of the igniting source.
Caution:
Avoid any contact with igniting sources.
Example:
Iron powder or filings, magnesium strips.
Danger:
Substances and liquids characterized by a low flash point (between (21C and 55C).
Caution
Avoid any contact with igniting sources.
Example :
Acetic acid, white spirit

Flammable
T+
Very toxic

T
Toxic

Xn
Harmful

C
Corrosive
Xi
Irritant

R26, R27,
R28, R39

R23, R24,
R25, R39,
R45, R46,
R48, R49,
R61, R62
R20 - R22,
R31 - R33,
R40, R42,
R43, R48,
R63, R64
R34, R35
(R41 implicit)
R36, R37,
R38, R41

R50 - R58

Danger:
Caution:
Example :
Danger:
Caution:
Example :
Danger:
Caution:
Example :
Danger:
Caution:
Example:
Danger:
Caution:
Example:
Danger:

N
Dangerous to the
environment

Caution:
Example:

Substances and preparations which in very low quantities cause death or acute or
chronic damage to health when inhaled, swallowed or absorbed via the skin.
Avoid contact with the human body and immediately contact a physician in case of
contact.
Osmium tetroxyde, potassium cyanide, ethidium bromide
Substances and preparations which in low quantities cause death or acute or chronic
damage to health when inhaled, swallowed or absorbed via the skin.
Avoid contact with the human body and immediately contact a physician in case of
contact.
Benzene, mercury, arsenic
Substances and preparations which may cause death or acute or chronic damage to
health when inhaled, swallowed or absorbed via the skin.
Wear protective clothes, gloves and under ventilation.
Iodine, toluene, hexane, chloroform
These substances and preparations destroy living tissue and equipment upon contact.
Wear appropriate individual protective equipment (gloves, goggles, lab coat, ) and
under ventilation.
Sodium hydroxide, strong acids, ammonium hydroxide, hydrogen peroxide
Non-corrosive substances and preparations which, through immediate, prolonged or
repeated contact with the skin or mucous membrane, may cause inflammation.
Wear appropriate individual protective equipment (gloves, goggles, lab coat, ) and
under ventilation.
Benzophenone, ammonia solution (between 5 and 10%)
Substances and preparations which, were they to enter the environment, would present
or may present an immediate or delayed danger for one or more components of the
environment.
Avoid any contamination to the environment.
Ammonium hydroxide (solution), chlorobenzene, hydroxylamine

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R 15
R 16
R 17
R 18
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R 20
R 21
R 22
R 23
R 24
R 25
R 26
R 27
R 28
R 29
R 30
R 31
R 32
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R 36
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R 56
R 57
R 58
R 59
R 60
R 61
R 62
R 63
R 64
R 65
R 66
R 67
R 68

Explosive when dry

Risk of explosion by shock, friction, fire or other sources of
ignition.
Extreme risk of explosion by shock, friction, fire or other sources
of ignition.
Forms very sensitive explosive metallic compounds.
Heating may cause an explosion.
Explosive with or without contact with air.
May cause fire.
Contact with combustible material may cause fire.
Explosive when mixed with combustible material.
Flammable.
Highly flammable.
Extremely flammable.
Reacts violently with water.
Contact with water liberates extremely flammable gases.
Explosive when mixed with oxidizing substances.
Spontaneously flammable in air.
In use, may form flammable/ explosive vapour-air mixture.
May form explosive peroxides.
Harmful by inhalation.
Harmful in contact with skin.
Harmful if swallowed.
Toxic by inhalation.
Toxic in contact with skin.
Toxic if swallowed.
Very toxic by inhalation.
Very toxic in contact with skin
Very toxic if swallowed.
Contact with water liberates toxic gas.
Can become highly flammable in use.
Contact with acids liberates toxic gas.
Contact with acids liberates very toxic gas.
Danger of cumulative effects.
Causes burns.
Causes severe burns.
Irritating to eyes.
Irritating to respiratory system.
Irritating to skin.
Danger of very serious irreversible effects.
Limited evidence of a carcinogenic effect.
Risk of serious damage to eyes.
May cause sensitization by inhalation.
May cause sensitization by skin contact.
Risk of explosion if heated under confinement.
May cause cancer.
May cause heritable genetic damage.
Danger of serious damage to health by prolonged exposure
May cause cancer by inhalation.
Very toxic to aquatic organisms.
Toxic to aquatic organisms.
Harmful to aquatic organisms.
May cause long-term adverse effects in the aquatic environment.
Toxic to flora.
Toxic to fauna.
Toxic to soil organisms.
Toxic to bees.
May cause long-term adverse effects in the environment.
Dangerous for the ozone layer.
May impair fertility.
May cause harm to the unborn child.
Possible risk of impaired fertility.
Possible risk of harm to the unborn child.
May cause harm to breastfed babies.
Harmful: May cause lung damage if swallowed.
Repeated exposure may cause skin dryness or cracking.
Vapours may cause drowsiness and dizziness.
Possible risks of irreversible effects.

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Safety phrases S
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S2
S3
S4
S5
S6
S7
S8
S9
S 12
S 13
S 14
S 15
S 16
S 17
S 18
S 20
S 21
S 22
S 23
S 24
S 25
S 26
S 27
S 28
S 29
S 30
S 33
S 35
S 36
S 37
S 38
S 39
S 40
S 41
S 42
S 43
S 45
S 46
S 47
S 48
S 49
S 50
S 51
S 52
S 53
S 56
S 57
S 59
S 60
S 61
S 62
S 63
S 64

Keep locked up.

Keep out of the reach of children.
Keep in a cool place.
Keep away from living quarters.
Keep contents under ...(appropriate liquid to be specified by the
manufacturer).
Keep under ...(inert gas to be specified by the manufacturer).
Keep container tightly closed.
Keep container dry.
Keep container in a well-ventilated place.
Do not keep the container sealed.
Keep away from food, drink and animal feeding stuffs.
Keep away from ... (incompatible materials to be indicated by the
manufacturer).
Keep away from heat.
Keep away from sources of ignition - No smoking.
Keep away from combustible material.
Handle and open container with care.
When using do not eat or drink.
When using do not smoke.
Do not breathe dust.
Do not breathe gas/fumes/vapour/spray (appropriate wording to be
specified by the manufacturer).
Avoid contact with skin.
Avoid contact with eyes.
In case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of water
and seek medical advice.
Take off immediately all contaminated clothing.
After contact with skin, wash immediately with plenty of ...(to be
specified by the manufacturer).
Do not empty into drains.
Never add water to this product.
Take precautionary measures against static discharges.
This material and its container must be disposed of in a safe way.
Wear suitable protective clothing.
Wear suitable gloves.
In case of insufficient ventilation, wear suitable respiratory
equipment.
Wear eye/face protection.
To clean the floor and all objects contaminated by this material use
... (to be specified by the manufacturer).
In case of fire and/or explosion do not breathe fumes.
During fumigation/spraying wear suitable respiratory equipment
(appropriate wording to be specified by the manufacturer).
In case of fire, use ... (indicate the precise type of fire-fighting
equipment. If water increases risk, add - 'Never use water').
In case of accident or if you feel unwell, seek medical advice
immediately (show the label where possible).
If swallowed, seek medical advice immediately and show this
container or label.
Keep at temperature not exceeding ... C (to be specified by the
manufacturer).
Keep wet with ... (appropriate material to be specified by the
manufacturer).
Keep only in the original container.
Do not mix with ... (to be specified by the manufacturer).
Use only in well-ventilated areas
Not recommended for interior use on large surface areas
Avoid exposure - obtain special instructions before use. Restricted
to professional users
Dispose of this material and its container at hazardous or special
waste collection point
Use appropriate container to avoid environmental contamination
Refer to manufacturer/supplier for information on recovery/recycling
This material and its container must be disposed of as hazardous
waste.
Avoid release to the environment. Refer to special instructions /
Safety data sheets
If swallowed, do not induce vomiting: seek medical advice
immediately and show this container or label.
In case of accident by inhalation: remove casualty to fresh air and
keep at rest.
If swallowed, rinse mouth with water (only if the person is
conscious).