Precautions

Precautionary measures (P-phrases) are unified phrases describing the necessary measures to be taken to minimize or eliminate the adverse effects of a particular chemical. The P-phrases are established within the globally harmonized system of classification and labelling of chemicals.

List of P-phrases

Precautions for prevention
P101
If medical advice is needed, have product container or label at hand.
P102
Keep out of reach of children.
P103
Read label before use.
Precautions when preventing
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/Store away from clothing/…/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 under inert gas.
P231 + P232
Handle under inert gas. Protect from moisture
P232
Protect from moisture.
P233
Keep container tightly closed.
P234
Keep only in original container.
P235
Keep cool..
P235 + P410
Keep cool. Protect from sunlight
P240
Ground/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/fumes/gas/mist/vapours/spray.
P261
Avoid breathing dust/fumes/gas/mist/vapours/spray.
P262
Do not get in eyes, on skin, or on clothing.
P263
Avoid contact during pregnancy/while nursing.
P264
Wash … thoroughly after handling. [… (to be specified)].
P264b
Wash face, hands and any exposed skin 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.
P282
Wear cold insulating gloves/face shield/eye protection.
P283
Wear fire/flame resistant/retardant clothing.
P284
[In case of inadequate ventilation] wear respiratory protection.
Precautions when reacting
P301
IF SWALLOWED:
P301 + P310
IF SWALLOWED: Immediately call a POISON CENTER/doctor/…
P301 + P310+P330
IF SWALLOWED: Immediately call a POISON CENTER/doctor. Rinse mouth
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
IF ON SKIN:
P302 + P334
IF ON SKIN: Immerse in cool water/wrap in wet bandages.
P302 + P352
IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of water/…
P303
IF ON SKIN (or hair):
P303 + P361 + P353
IF ON SKIN (or hair): Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water/ shower.
P304
IF INHALED:
P304 + P312
IF INHALED: Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician if you feel unwell.
P304 + P340
IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing.
P304 + P340+P310
IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing. Immediately call a POISON CENTER/doctor.
P305
IF IN EYES:
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
IF ON CLOTHING:
P306 + P360
IF ON CLOTHING: Rinse immediately contaminated clothing and skin with plenty of water before removing clothes.
P308
If exposed or concerned:
P308 + P311
If exposed or concerned: Call a POISON CENTER/ doctor/…
P308 + P313
If exposed: Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician.
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).
P330
Rinse mouth.
P331
Do NOT induce vomiting.
P332
If skin irritation occurs:
P332 + P313
If skin irritation occurs: Get medical advice/attention.
P333
If skin irritation or a rash occurs:
P333 + P313
If skin irritation or a rash occurs: Get medical advice/attention.
P334
Immerse in cool water/wrap in wet bandages.
P335
Brush off loose particles from skin.
P335 + P334
Brush off loose particles from skin. Immerse in cool water/wrap in wet bandages.
P336
Thaw frosted parts with lukewarm water. Do not rub affected areas.
P337
If eye irritation persists:
P337 + P313
If eye irritation persists get medical advice/attention.
P338
Remove contact lenses if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing.
P340
Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing.
P342
If experiencing respiratory symptoms:
P342 + P311
If experiencing respiratory symptoms: Call a POISON CENTER/doctor/…
P351
Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes.
P352
Wash with plenty of water/…
P353
Rinse skin with water/shower.
P360
Rinse immediately contaminated clothing and skin with plenty of water before removing clothes.
P361
Take off immediately all contaminated clothing.
P361 + P364
Take off immediately all contaminated clothing and wash it before reuse.
P362
Take off contaminated clothing.
P362 + P364
Take off contaminated clothing and wash it before reuse.
P363
Wash contaminated clothing before reuse.
P364
And wash it before reuse.
P370
In case of fire:
P370 + P376
In case of fire: Stop leak if safe to do so.
P370 + P378
In case of fire: Use … to extinguish.
P370 + P378q
In case of fire: Use CO2, dry chemical, or foam
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
In case of major fire and large quantities:
P371 + P380 + P375
In case of major fire and large quantities: Evacuate area. Fight fire remotely due to the risk of explosion.
P372
Explosion risk in case of fire.
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
Eliminate all ignition sources if safe to do so.
P390
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P391
Collect spillage.
Removal Precautions
P501
Dispose of contents/container to … [… in accordance with local/regional/national/international regulation )].
P501c
Dispose of contents/ container to an approved waste disposal plant
P502
Refer to manufacturer/supplier for information on recovery/recycling.
Storage Precautions
P401
Store …
P402
Store in a dry place.
P402 + P404
Store in a dry place. Store in a closed container.
P403
Store in a well ventilated place.
P403 + P233
Store in a well ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed.
P403 + P235
Store in a well ventilated place. Keep cool.
P404
Store in a closed container.
P405
Store locked up.
P406
Store in a corrosive resistant/… container with a resistant inner liner.
P407
Maintain air gap between stacks/pallets.
P410
Protect from sunlight.
P410 + P403
Protect from sunlight. Store in a well-ventilated place.
P410 + P412
Protect from sunlight. Do not expose to temperatures exceeding 50 °C/122 °F.
P411
Store at temperatures not exceeding … °C/… °F.
P411 + P235
Store at temperatures not exceeding … °C/… °F. Keep cool.
P412
Do not expose to temperatures exceeding 50 °C/122 °F.
P413
Store bulk masses greater than … kg/… lbs at temperatures not exceeding … °C/… °F.
P420
Store away from other materials.
P422
Store contents under …
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