Precautionary statements

Precautionary statements

Please note that some statements assume that specific information will be added for the substance in question.

General precautionary statements

  • P101 If medical advice is needed, have product container or label at hand.
  • P102 Keep out of reach of children.
  • P103 Read carefully and follow all instructions.

Precautionary statements — Prevention

  • P201 Obtain special instructions before use.
  • P202 Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood.
  • P210 Keep away from heat, hot surfaces, sparks, open flames and other ignition sources. No smoking.
  • P211 Do not spray on an open flame or other ignition source.
  • P220 Keep away from clothing and other combustible materials.
  • P221 Take any precaution to avoid mixing with combustibles/...
  • P222 Do not allow contact with air.
  • P223 Do not allow contact with water.
  • P230 Keep wetted with...
  • P231 Handle and store contents under inert gas/...
  • P232 Protect from moisture.
  • P233 Keep container tightly closed.
  • P234 Keep only in original packaging.
  • P235 Keep cool.
  • P240 Ground and bond container and receiving equipment.
  • P241 Use explosion-proof [electrical/ventilating/lighting/...] equipment.
  • P242 Use only non-sparking tools.
  • P243 Take precautionary measures against static discharge.
  • P244 Keep valves and fittings free from oil and grease.
  • P250 Do not subject to grinding/shock/friction/...
  • P251 Do not pierce or burn, even after use.
  • P260 Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/ spray.
  • P261 Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/ spray.
  • P262 Do not get in eyes, on skin, or on clothing.
  • P263 Avoid contact during pregnancy and while nursing.
  • P264 Wash ... thoroughly after handling.
  • P270 Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product.
  • P271 Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area.
  • P272 Contaminated work clothing should not be allowed out of the workplace.
  • P273 Avoid release to the environment.
  • P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection/hearing protection/...
  • P281 Use personal protective equipment as required.
  • P282 Wear cold insulating gloves and either face shield or eye protection.
  • P283 Wear fire resistant or flame retardant clothing.
  • P284 [In case of inadequate ventilation] wear respiratory protection.
  • P285 In case of inadequate ventilation wear respiratory protection.
  • P231 + P232 Handle and store contents under inert gas/... Protect from moisture.
  • P235 + P410 Keep cool. Protect from sunlight.

Precautionary statements — Response

  • P301 IF SWALLOWED:
  • P302 IF ON SKIN:
  • P303 IF ON SKIN (or hair):
  • P304 IF INHALED:
  • P305 IF IN EYES:
  • P306 IF ON CLOTHING:
  • P307 IF exposed:
  • P308 IF exposed or concerned:
  • P309 IF exposed or if you feel unwell:
  • P310 Immediately call a POISON CENTER/doctor/...
  • P311 Call a POISON CENTER/doctor/...
  • P312 Call a POISON CENTER/doctor/.../if you feel unwell.
  • P313 Get medical advice/attention.
  • P314 Get medical advice/attention if you feel unwell.
  • P315 Get immediate medical advice/attention.
  • P320 Specific treatment is urgent (see ... on this label).
  • P321 Specific treatment (see ... on this label).
  • P322 Specific measures (see ... on this label).
  • P330 Rinse mouth.
  • P331 Do NOT induce vomiting.
  • P332 If skin irritation occurs:
  • P333 If skin irritation or rash occurs:
  • P334 Immerse in cool water [or wrap in wet bandages].
  • P335 Brush off loose particles from skin.
  • P336 Thaw frosted parts with lukewarm water. Do no rub affected area.
  • P337 If eye irritation persists:
  • P338 Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing.
  • P340 Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing.
  • P341 If breathing is difficult, remove victim to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing.
  • P342 If experiencing respiratory symptoms:
  • P350 Gently wash with plenty of soap and water.
  • P351 Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes.
  • P352 Wash with plenty of water/...
  • P353 Rinse skin with water [or shower].
  • P360 Rinse immediately contaminated clothing and skin with plenty of water before removing clothes.
  • P361 Take off immediately all contaminated clothing.
  • P362 Take off all contaminated clothing.
  • P363 Wash contaminated clothing before reuse.
  • P364 And wash it before reuse.
  • P370 In case of fire:
  • P371 In case of major fire and large quantities:
  • P372 Explosion risk.
  • P373 DO NOT fight fire when fire reaches explosives.
  • P374 Fight fire with normal precautions from a reasonable distance.
  • P375 Fight fire remotely due to the risk of explosion.
  • P376 Stop leak if safe to do so.
  • P377 Leaking gas fire: Do not extinguish, unless leak can be stopped safely.
  • P378 Use ... to extinguish.
  • P380 Evacuate area.
  • P381 In case of leakage, eliminate all ignition sources.
  • P390 Absorb spillage to prevent material damage.
  • P391 Collect spillage.
  • P301 + P310 IF SWALLOWED: Immediately call a POISON CENTER/doctor/ ...
  • P301 + P312 IF SWALLOWED: Call a POISON CENTER/doctor/.../if you feel unwell.
  • P301 + P330 + P331 IF SWALLOWED: Rinse mouth. Do NOT induce vomiting.
  • P302 + P334 IF ON SKIN: Immerse in cool water [or wrap in wet bandages].
  • P302 + P350 IF ON SKIN: Gently wash with plenty of soap and water.
  • P302 + P352 IF ON SKIN: Gently wash with plenty of soap and water.IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of water/...
  • P303 + P361 + P353 IF ON SKIN (or hair): Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water [or shower].
  • P304 + P340 IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing.
  • P304 + P341 IF INHALED: If breathing is difficult, remove victim to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing.
  • P305 + P351 + P338 IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing.
  • P306 + P360 IF ON CLOTHING: Rinse immediately contaminated clothing and skin with plenty of water before removing clothes.
  • P307 + P311 IF exposed: Call a POISON CENTER/doctor/...
  • P308 + P311 IF exposed or concerned: Call a POISON CENTER/doctor/ ...
  • P308 + P313 IF exposed or concerned: Get medical advice/attention.
  • P309 + P311 IF exposed or if you feel unwell: Call a POISON CENTER/doctor/...
  • P332 + P313 If skin irritation occurs: Get medical advice/attention.
  • P333 + P313 If skin irritation or rash occurs: Get medical advice/attention.
  • P335 + P334 Brush off loose particles from skin. Immerse in cool water [or wrap in wet bandages].
  • P337 + P313 If eye irritation persists: Get medical advice/attention.
  • P342 + P311 If experiencing respiratory symptoms: Call a POISON CENTER/doctor/ ...
  • P361 + P364 Take off immediately all contaminated clothing and wash it before reuse.
  • P362 + P364 Take off all contaminated clothing and wash it before reuse.
  • P370 + P376 In case of fire: Stop leak if safe to do so.
  • P370 + P378 In case of fire: Use ... to extinguish.
  • P370 + P380 In case of fire: Evacuate area.
  • P370 + P380 + P375 In case of fire: Evacuate area. Fight fire remotely due to the risk of explosion.
  • P371 + P380 + P375 In case of major fire and large quantities: Evacuate area. Fight fire remotely due to the risk of explosion.

Precautionary statements — Storage

  • P401 Store in accordance with...
  • P402 Store in a dry place.
  • P403 Store in a well-ventilated place.
  • P404 Store in a closed container.
  • P405 Store locked up.
  • P406 Store in corrosive resistant/… container with a resistant inner liner.
  • P407 Maintain air gap between stacks or pallets.
  • P410 Protect from sunlight.
  • P411 Store at temperatures not exceeding ... °C
  • P412 Do not expose to temperatures exceeding 50 °C.
  • P413 Store bulk masses greater than ... kg at temperatures not exceeding... °C.
  • P420 Store separately.
  • P422 Store contents under ...
  • P402 + P404 Store in a dry place. Store in a closed container.
  • P403 + P233 Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed.
  • P403 + P235 Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep cool.
  • P410 + P403 Protect from sunlight. Store in a well-ventilated place.
  • P410 + P412 Protect from sunlight. Do not expose to temperatures exceeding 50 °C.
  • P411 + P235 Store at temperatures not exceeding ... °C.

Precautionary statements — Disposal

  • P501 Dispose of contents/container to ...
  • P502 Refer to manufacturer or supplier for information on recovery or recycling.