{"id":"F2016L00413","name":"Work Health and Safety (Labelling of Workplace Hazardous Chemicals) Code of Practice 2015","slug":"work-health-and-safety-labelling-of-workplace-hazardous-chemicals-code-of-practice-2015","collection":"legislative_instrument","jurisdiction":"commonwealth","status":"in_force","isInForce":true,"actNumber":null,"makingDate":null,"administeringDepartment":null,"currentVersion":{"id":438637,"registerId":"F2016L00413-fast-fetch-1775954977846","compilationNumber":null,"startDate":"2026-04-12","status":"InForce","reasons":null,"registeredAt":null},"sections":[{"sectionNumber":"1","sectionType":"section","heading":"Work Health and Safety (Labelling of Workplace Hazardous Chemicals) Code of Practice 2015","content":"---\nmeta-content-style-type: text/css\nmeta-content-type: application/xhtml+xml; charset=utf-8\nmeta-description: Work Health and Safety Codes of Practice - Technical amendments, repeal and replacement\nmeta-keywords: Safe Work Australia; safe work practices; Labelling of workplace hazardous chemicals; Manufacturing of hazardous chemicals; hazardous chemicals; chemicals; hazardous substances\ntitle: Labelling of Workplace Hazardous Chemicals Code of Practice\n---\n\n?xml version=\"1.0\" encoding=\"utf-8\" standalone=\"no\"?>\n\n \n\nWork Health and Safety (Labelling of Workplace Hazardous Chemicals) Code of Practice 2015\n\n \n\nmade under the\n\n \n\nWork Health and Safety Act 2011, section 274 (Approved Codes of Practice)\n\n \n\n \n\n \n\n \n\n \n\n1 Name of instrument\n\n \n\nThis instrument is the Work Health and Safety (Labelling of Workplace Hazardous Chemicals) Code of Practice 2015.\n\n \n\n2 Commencement\n\n \n\nThis instrument commences on the day after it is registered on the Federal Register of Legislative Instruments.\n\n \n\n3 Code of Practice Approval\n\n \n\nI approve the Labelling of Workplace Hazardous Chemicals Code of Practice. I am satisfied that this code of practice was developed by a process described in section 274(2) of the Work Health and Safety Act 2011.\n\n \n\n \n\n \n\n \n\n \n\n \n\n \n\n \n\n \n\n \n\n \n\n \n\n \n\n \n\n \n\nMichaelia Cash\n\nMinister for Employment\n\n \n\n \n\n17 December 2015\n\n \n\nDate \n\nLABELLING OF WORKPLACE\n\nHAZARDOUS CHEMICALS\n\nCode of Practice\n\n\n\n\nTable of Contents\n\n[FOREWORD](#_Toc256000048)\n\n[1. INTRODUCTION](#_Toc256000071)\n\n[1.1 When is a label under the WHS Regulations not required?](#_Toc256000072)\n\n[1.2 The meaning of key terms and abbreviations](#_Toc256000075)\n\n[1.3 What are the duties in relation to labelling hazardous chemicals?](#_Toc256000076)\n\n[2. LABELLING HAZARDOUS CHEMICALS – GENERAL INFORMATION](#_Toc256000077)\n\n[2.1 What information must be included on a label?](#_Toc256000078)\n\n[2.2 Product identifier, including details of ingredients](#_Toc256000079)\n\n[2.3 Manufacturer/importer information](#_Toc256000082)\n\n[2.4 Label elements](#_Toc256000083)\n\n[2.5 Expiry Date](#_Toc256000088)\n\n[2.6 Pipe work](#_Toc256000089)\n\n[3. SPECIAL LABELLING SITUATIONS](#_Toc256000090)\n\n[3.1 Small containers](#_Toc256000091)\n\n[3.2 Research chemicals or samples for analysis](#_Toc256000094)\n\n[3.3 Decanted or transferred hazardous chemicals](#_Toc256000095)\n\n[3.4 Hazardous chemicals with known hazards that are not supplied to another workplace](#_Toc256000097)\n\n[3.5 Hazardous waste products](#_Toc256000099)\n\n[3.6 Hazardous chemicals classified in the explosives hazard class](#_Toc256000100)\n\n[3.7 Hazardous chemicals that are dangerous goods packaged for transport](#_Toc256000101)\n\n[3.8 Consumer products](#_Toc256000102)\n\n[3.9 Agricultural or veterinary chemical products](#_Toc256000103)\n\n[3.10 Products containing nanomaterials](#_Toc256000104)\n\n[4. LABELLING DESIGN AND LAYOUT](#_Toc256000105)\n\n[4.1 Grouping information](#_Toc256000106)\n\n[4.2 Orientation and size of label elements](#_Toc256000107)\n\n[5 OTHER DUTIES IN RELATION TO LABELLING](#_Toc256000108)\n\n[5.1 Containers found without correct labelling](#_Toc256000109)\n\n[5.2 Reviewing and updating information on labels](#_Toc256000111)\n\n[APPENDIX A – DEFINITIONS AND ABBREVIATIONS](#_Toc256000112)\n\n[APPENDIX B – CHECKLIST FOR PREPARATION OF A LABEL](#_Toc256000113)\n\n[APPENDIX C – GUIDE FOR SELECTING GENERIC NAMES](#_Toc256000114)\n\n[APPENDIX D – APPLICATION OF LABEL ELEMENTS](#_Toc256000117)\n\n[APPENDIX E – PRECEDENCE RULES OF LABEL ELEMENTS](#_Toc256000124)\n\n[APPENDIX F – HAZARD PICTOGRAMS](#_Toc256000132)\n\n[APPENDIX G – COMPARISON OF HAZARD PICTOGRAMS WITH ADG CODE CLASS LABELS](#_Toc256000133)\n\n[APPENDIX H – EXAMPLE LABELS](#_Toc256000134)\n\n[APPENDIX I – OTHER RELEVANT INFORMATION](#_Toc256000137)\n\n# FOREWORD\n\nThis code of practice for labelling workplace chemicals is an approved code of practice under section 274 of the Work Health and Safety Act (WHS Act).\n\nAn approved code of practice is a practical guide to achieving the standards of health, safety and welfare required under the WHS Act and the Work Health and Safety Regulations (the WHS Regulations).\n\nA code of practice applies to anyone who has a duty of care in the circumstances described in the code. In most cases, following an approved code of practice would achieve compliance with the health and safety duties in the WHS Act, in relation to the subject matter of the code. Like regulations, codes of practice deal with particular issues and do not cover all hazards or risks that may arise. The health and safety duties require duty holders to consider all risks associated with work, not only those for which regulations and codes of practice exist.\n\nCodes of practice are admissible in court proceedings under the WHS Act and Regulations. Courts may regard a code of practice as evidence of what is known about a hazard, risk or control and may rely on the code in determining what is reasonably practicable in the circumstances to which the code relates.\n\nAn inspector may refer to an approved code of practice when issuing an improvement or prohibition notice.\n\nThis Code of Practice has been developed by Safe Work Australia as a model code of practice under the Council of Australian Governments’ Inter-Governmental Agreement for Regulatory and Operational Reform in Occupational Health and Safety for adoption by the Commonwealth, state and territory governments.\n\nA draft of this Code of Practice was released for public consultation on 7 December 2010 and was endorsed by the Workplace Relations Ministers Council on 10 August 2011.\n\n## Scope and application\n\nThis Code applies to substances, mixtures and articles used, handled or stored at the workplace and which are defined as hazardous chemicals under the WHS Regulations.\n\nWhile this Code applies to hazardous chemicals as defined, it is recommended practice to provide a label for any chemical that is suspected of producing adverse health, safety or environmental effects but has insufficient information generated to allow it to be correctly classified. The label should reflect current state of knowledge.\n\nThis Code provides practical guidance to persons conducting a business or undertaking involved in the manufacture, import, supply or use of hazardous chemicals on how to correctly label hazardous chemicals used in the workplace.\n\n### How to use this Code of Practice\n\nIn providing guidance, the word ‘should’ is used in this Code to indicate a recommended course of action, while ‘may’ is used to indicate an optional course of action.\n\nThis Code also includes various references to provisions of the WHS Act and Regulations which set out the legal requirements. These references are not exhaustive. The words ‘must’, ‘requires’ or ‘mandatory’ indicate that a legal requirement exists and must be complied with.\n\n# 1. INTRODUCTION\n\nThis Code describes the type of information that is needed on labels for various hazardous chemicals so that users of these chemicals in workplaces can identify any hazards associated with the correct classification of the chemical and take appropriate steps to eliminate or minimise the risks.\n\n## 1.1 When is a label under the WHS Regulations not required?\n\nIn general, a label is required for any substance, mixture or article classified as a hazardous chemical under the WHS Regulations. However, there are several types of hazardous chemical that are excluded from the labelling provisions under Regulation 335 or exempted from coverage from all provisions in Part 7.1 of the WHS Regulations.\n\nDual use products\n\nSome hazardous chemicals may be intended for supply to both the consumer household markets and workplaces in identical containers and packaging. These products are sometimes referred to as dual use products. A dual use product label need only comply with the Standard for the Uniform Scheduling of Medicines and Poisons (SUSMP) labelling requirements. If the manufacturer or importer determines that the use handling and storage of the product are predominantly related to a work activity, the label must meet WHS requirements.\n\n### Food and beverages\n\nFood and beverage products that are packaged in a form intended for consumption do not require labelling under the WHS Regulations. However, large or bulk quantities must be labelled to meet workplace requirements. For example, a 1000 L container of flammable alcoholic spirits must be labelled to meet WHS requirements, while a 750 mL bottle of the same spirits does not.\n\n### Therapeutic goods\n\nTherapeutic goods are regarded as correctly labelled under the WHS Regulations when labelled in accordance with Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA) requirements and in a form:\n\n- intended for intake or administration to or by a patient or consumer, or\n- intended for use for therapeutic purposes. \n\n\nWhen not in a form intended for intake or administration to or by a patient or consumer, or for therapeutic purposes, workplace labelling must be used.\n\nFor example, a pharmacist repacks a 1 kg container of formulated tablets in smaller containers for dispensing to patients. The 1 kg container must comply with TGA labelling requirements. However, a 1 kg container of the same material in powdered form used by a pharmacist in manufacturing or formulating products must be labelled according to workplace labelling requirements.\n\n## 1.2 The meaning of key terms and abbreviations\n\nADG Code means the Australian Code for the Transport of Dangerous Goods by Road and Rail, 7th edition, approved by the Australian Transport Council. The ADG Code is accessible at the [National Transport Commission](http://www.ntc.gov.au/) website www.ntc.gov.au.\n\nContainer means anything in or by which a hazardous chemical is, or has been, wholly or partly covered, enclosed or packed, including anything necessary for the container to perform its function as a container.\n\n\nHazardous chemical means any substance, mixture or article that satisfies the criteria for a hazard class in the Globally Harmonised System of Classification and Labelling of Chemicals (GHS) including a classification referred to in Schedule 6 of the WHS Regulations, but does not include a substance, mixture or article that satisfies the criteria solely for one of the following hazard classes:\n\n- acute toxicity - oral - Category 5\n- acute toxicity - dermal - Category 5\n- acute toxicity - inhalation - Category 5\n- skin corrosion/irritation - Category 3\n- serious eye damage/eye irritation - Category 2B\n- aspiration hazard - Category 2\n- flammable gas - Category 2\n- acute hazard to the aquatic environment – Category 1, 2 or 3\n- chronic hazard to the aquatic environment - Category 1, 2, 3 or 4, or\n- hazardous to the ozone layer.\n\n\nLabel means the written, printed or graphical information elements concerning a hazardous chemical that is affixed to, printed on or attached to the container of a hazardous chemical.\n\nFurther definitions and abbreviations used in this Code are listed in Appendix A.\n\n## 1.3 What are the duties in relation to labelling hazardous chemicals?\n\nThe WHS Regulations apply specific duties to various persons in relation to the correct labelling of workplace hazardous chemicals. These duties are summarised below.\n\n| Duty holder | Responsibilities |\n| --- | --- |\n| Manufacturers and importers | Ensure that the chemical is correctly labelled. |\n| Suppliers | Must not supply a hazardous chemical to a workplace if the supplier knows, or ought reasonably to know, that the chemical is not correctly labelled. |\n| Person who is conducting a business or undertaking | Ensure that any hazardous chemical that is used, handled or stored at the workplace is correctly labelled in accordance with Schedule 9 of the WHS Regulations, except where:
the hazardous chemical is a consumer product, retaining its original label and only used in workplaces in household quantities and in a way that is incidental to the nature of the work, ora hazardous chemical is in transit.
Ensure that a hazardous chemical is correctly labelled if the chemical is manufactured at the workplace; or transferred or decanted from the chemical’s original container at the workplace. |\n| Person who is conducting a business or undertaking
| Ensure, so far as reasonably practicable, that containers are correctly labelled while holding a hazardous chemical.Ensure that containers that are labelled for holding a hazardous chemical are used only for the use, handling or storage of the hazardous chemical.
Note: The three duties directly above do not apply if the hazardous chemical is used immediately after being put into the container and the container is thoroughly cleaned after the chemical has been used, handled or stored so it is in a condition it would be in if the container had never contained the chemical.
Ensure, so far as is reasonably practicable, that a hazardous chemical in pipe work is identified by a label, sign or another way on or near the pipe work. |\n\n\nNote: a person who packages or re-labels a hazardous chemical with their own product name is considered to be a manufacturer and therefore will have the same obligations as the manufacturer or importer under the WHS Regulations to correctly label.\n\nUnder the WHS Regulations, manufacturers and importers of a substance, mixture or article have an obligation to correctly classify that substance, mixture or article. To prepare a correct and accurate label for a hazardous chemical, you need to know the correct classification of the hazardous chemical.\n\n# 2. LABELLING HAZARDOUS CHEMICALS – GENERAL INFORMATION\n\nThis chapter deals with the complete set of labelling elements that should be included on a container. A checklist for the preparation of a label is provided in Appendix B. In some situations it is not possible or reasonably practicable to legibly include the complete set of labelling elements on a label. Reduced label requirements are permitted in such situations. Guidance on the label requirements for these and other special situations is provided in Chapter 3 of this Code.\n\n## 2.1 What information must be included on a label?\n\nRegulation 335, Part 3 of Schedule 9: A hazardous chemical is correctly labelled if the chemical is packed in a container that includes the following:\n\n is written in English\n\n the product identifier\n\n the name, Australian address and business telephone number of either the manufacturer or importer\n\n the identity and proportion disclosed, in accordance with Schedule 8 of the WHS Regulations, for each chemical ingredient\n\n any hazard pictogram(s) consistent with the correct classification(s) of the chemical\n\n any hazard statement(s), signal word and precautionary statement(s) that is consistent with the correct classification(s) of the chemical\n\n any information about the hazards, first aid and emergency procedures relevant to the chemical, which are not otherwise included in the hazard statement or precautionary statement, and\n\n the expiry date of the chemical, if applicable.\n\nYou may include any information on the label that does not contradict or cast doubt on any other information that is required on the label.\n\nThe following additional information should also be included on the label, where available:\n\n- an emergency phone number, for specific poisons or treatment advice\n- the overseas name, address and telephone number of the manufacturer or supplier\n- a valid website or internet address\n- reference to the safety data sheet, for example a statement on the label that says: “Additional information is listed in the safety data sheet”.\n\n\n## 2.2 Product identifier, including details of ingredients\n\nInformation on the identity of a product includes a product identifier and the disclosure of certain ingredients. The product identifier and details of ingredients should be grouped together and located at the most prominent position on the label, for example at the top or centre of the label, or on a front panel.\n\nA product identifier is a unique name or number by which the chemical is to be known, and which allows the product users to identify the hazardous chemical. The product identifier must be the same as that listed in the safety data sheet, and may be identical to the trade name.\n\n\nA label must identify those ingredients, including their proportions, which contribute to the overall hazard class and hazard category of the hazardous chemical in accordance with Schedule 8 of the WHS Regulations. Disclosure of ingredient names is not required for ingredients that meet only physicochemical and/or environmental hazard classifications.\n\nFor pure substances, the identity of an ingredient can be identical to the product identifier.\n\nThe identity of a hazardous ingredient must be disclosed on a label using its chemical identity, unless the use of a generic name is permitted. The chemical identity of the hazardous ingredient can be disclosed by any of the following:\n\n- the IUPAC name\n- the CAS name\n- the technical name (if different from the IUPAC or CAS name), which must be generally used in commerce, regulations and codes to identify a substance or mixture, and recognised by the scientific community.\n\n\nNote: Trade names are not acceptable as technical names.\n\nA generic name may be used to describe a hazardous ingredient if:\n\n- the identity of the ingredient is commercially confidential, and\n- an exposure standard has not been established for the ingredient, and\n- the hazardous ingredient meets the criteria for any of the following GHS hazard classes and categories, and no other GHS health hazard classes and categories:\n - acute toxicity – Category 4 (oral, dermal, inhalation)\n - aspiration hazard – Category 1\n - serious eye damage/ eye irritation – Category 2A\n - skin corrosion/irritation – Category 2\n - specific target organ toxicity (single exposure) – Category 3.\n\n\nA guide for selecting generic names for ingredients is included in Appendix C of this Code.\n\n### For complex mixtures\n\nThe identity of all hazardous ingredients in a complex mixture must be determined so far as is reasonably practicable. In some situations it may be difficult to identify individual ingredients for example in natural products or extracts where the chemical composition of the mixture may vary according to the source. In these circumstances, technical names may be used to identify hazardous ingredients.\n\nThe ingredient and formulation details for hazardous complex mixtures must include as much information as possible. Chemical families or sub-families should be distinguished wherever possible. Chemical sub-families that may be used to represent a mixture of ingredients in complex mixtures include aliphatic hydrocarbons, aromatic hydrocarbons, aliphatic alcohols, aliphatic aldehydes and silicates.\n\n### Disclosing proportions of ingredients\n\nThe proportion of a disclosed ingredient, expressed as a weight or volume percentage of the hazardous chemicals must be described as an exact proportion, unless the exact concentration of an ingredient is commercially confidential. For multiple ingredients, proportions of hazardous ingredients should be listed in descending order by mass or volume.\n\n\nWhere the proportions of ingredients in the hazardous chemical are commercially confidential, the following ranges—or a narrower range as described in the paragraph immediately below—must be used as an alternative to disclosing exact proportions:\n\n- <10%\n- 10- <30%\n- 30 – 60%\n- >60%\n\n\nThe proportion of an ingredient may be disclosed using a narrower range than the applicable range listed above. For example, for an ingredient present at 35%, a range of 30 - 40% may be used instead of 30 - 60%.\n\nFor complex mixtures, proportion ranges should be used to cover any variability in the composition. Where the exact composition of a complex mixture is not known, this should be clearly indicated on the label.\n\nWhere possible, the percentage composition should add up to or indicate a total of 100%, even if an estimate of non-hazardous ingredients needs to be provided.\n\nExample of how ingredients can be represented on the subsection of a label\n\nFlammable Liquid A contains the following ingredients:\n\nToluene 55 %\n\nEthyl methyl ketone 40 %\n\nMethanol 3.5 %\n\n2-Butanol 1 %\n\nXylene 0.5 %\n\nAs both xylene and 2-butanol are not hazardous to health at these concentrations, they do not need to be disclosed in the ingredients subsection of the label.\n\nNote: as they both have exposure standards they should be disclosed on the label as good practice.\n\nThe ingredients and their proportions may be disclosed on the label using the exact proportions:\n\nFlammable Liquid A, contains:\n\nToluene 55 %\n\nEthyl methyl ketone 40 %\n\nMethanol 3.5 %\n\nNon-hazardous ingredients 1.5%\n\nIf the ingredient proportions are commercial-in-confidence, they may be disclosed on the label using a range:\n\nFlammable Liquid A, contains:\n\nToluene 30 - 60 %\n\nEthyl methyl ketone 30 - 60%\n\nMethanol <10 %\n\n## 2.3 Manufacturer/importer information\n\nThe label must include the Australian contact details of the manufacturer or importer.\n\nAdditional information, including details of an overseas manufacturer or supplier – for example, a website or internet address – may be included on the label.\n\nThe manufacturer or importer identification may be provided in a less-prominent position on the label, for example the back portion of the label. It should be grouped with the expiry date, where applicable.\n\n## 2.4 Label elements\n\nThe combination of label elements required on the label of a hazardous chemical is directly linked to its hazard classification. Label elements apply to classification endpoints or hazard categories and must be determined as specified in the GHS.\n\nAppendix D includes tables listing all the elements that apply to each hazard class and category or division.\n\nThe potential exists for duplication or redundancy of certain label elements where a hazardous chemical meets the criteria for more than one hazard class or category in the GHS. Duplicate or redundant information should not be included on a label. Rules of precedence of certain label elements and general guidance that should be used to determine when elements may be omitted from a label are provided in Appendix E.\n\nSome hazardous chemicals, for example dangerous goods which cannot otherwise be classified into any hazard class described in the GHS, will not have any corresponding label elements. For these hazardous chemicals, hazard pictograms, hazard statements, signal words and precautionary statements cannot be included on the label. The labels for these products should include information on the hazards and safety precautions. For example, for dry ice (solid carbon dioxide), information on the asphyxiation hazard and precautions for handling to avoid cryogenic burns should be included on the label.\n\nThe signal word, hazard pictograms and hazard statements should be grouped together in a prominent position on the label, and located either immediately following or adjacent to the product identifier and chemical ingredients.\n\n### Signal words\n\nSignal words are used to indicate the relative level of severity of a hazard. The GHS uses ‘Danger’ and ‘Warning’ as signal words. ‘Danger’ is used for a more severe or significant hazard, while ‘Warning’ is used for the less severe hazards.\n\nOnly one signal word should be present on any one label. If the signal word ‘Danger’ applies, then the signal word ‘Warning’ should not appear on the label.\n\nSignal words should be represented in bold and uppercase text.\n\n### Hazard statements\n\nHazard statements describe the nature of a hazard, including the degree of hazard, where appropriate. A unique hazard statement is assigned to each hazard class and category. The hazard statements and corresponding hazard class and category are provided in Appendix D. All relevant hazard statements must appear on the label. Where a hazard classification results in hazard statements with duplicate information, the information should only appear once, in line with the rules of precedence outlined in Appendix E.\n\nAdditionally Appendix D lists 12 non-GHS hazard statements that should be included on the label, where relevant.\n\nA unique hazard statement code is assigned to each hazard statement. The hazard statement code is intended to be used for reference purposes only. It is not part of the hazard statement and should not be used to replace it or be included on the label.\n\nHazard statements should be represented in bold and sentence case text.\n\n### Precautionary statements\n\nPrecautionary statements describe the recommended measures that should be taken to minimise or prevent adverse effects resulting from exposure to, or improper storage or handling of, a hazardous chemical. Precautionary statements are assigned to each hazard class and category.\n\nPrecautionary statements are separated into five categories:\n\n- Prevention statements refer to precautions to be taken to prevent an accident or exposure.\n- Response statements refer to instructions in case of an accident.\n- Storage statements refer to instructions for safe storage of the chemical.\n- Disposal statements refer to appropriate disposal instructions.\n- General statements for use as appropriate.\n\n\nThe precautionary statements that correspond to each hazard class and category are provided in Appendix D. Not all precautionary statements relating to a particular hazard classification need to be used on the label. As a guide, a maximum of between six and ten precautionary statements should appear on the label, depending on the nature and severity of the hazards.\n\nWhere a hazard classification results in duplicate precautionary statements, the information should only appear once in line with the rules of precedence outlined in Appendix E.\n\nA combination of precautionary statements may be used to save label space, improve readability and to provide flexibility in the application of precautionary phrases.\n\nRelated precautionary statements should be grouped together on a label to allow for ease of location. Precautionary statements should be printed in sentence case text.\n\nA unique precautionary statement code is assigned to each precautionary statement. The precautionary statement code is intended to be used for reference purposes only. It is not part of the precautionary statement and should not be used to replace it or be included on the label.\n\nThe general precautionary statements refer to general precautionary measures to be taken, for example:\n\n- If medical advice is needed, have product container or label at hand.\n- Keep out of reach of children.\n- Read label before use.\n\n\nUnlike other precautionary statements, general precautionary statements are not linked to particular hazard classes or categories and their inclusion on labels of workplace hazardous chemicals is not mandatory.\n\nWhere general precautionary statements are used, they should be located in a prominent position on the label, for example adjacent to the product identifier. General precautionary statements should be printed in sentence case text.\n\n### Hazard pictograms\n\nThe GHS specifies nine hazard pictograms, having regard to physical, health and environmental hazards. These are provided in Appendix F of this Code.\n\nHazard pictograms must be included on the label in most cases. In some circumstances however, pictograms may be omitted from the label in line with the rules of precedence outlined in Appendix E. In all other cases, where pictograms are required, all the relevant hazard pictograms must be included on the label.\n\nHazard pictograms should be in the shape of a square set at an angle of 45o (i.e. diamond-shaped) on its point. The hazard pictograms should have a black symbol on a white background with a red border or frame of sufficient width to be clearly visible. Pictograms with a black border may also be used.\n\nClass labels recommended for the transport of dangerous goods as specified in the ADG Code may be used instead of the relevant hazard pictograms specified in the GHS. Never use both in the same label. A comparison of the hazard pictograms as specified in the GHS and the ADG Code class labels are shown in Appendix G[[1]](#_ftn1).\n\n## 2.5 Expiry Date\n\nThe expiry date for a chemical must be provided, where, for example degradation or decomposition of the chemical may occur over time, with the result that the hazard classification of the chemical changes, or where the chemical is no longer within acceptable specifications for potency and stability. For example ethers may form explosive peroxides over time.\n\nAn expiry date may be provided in a less prominent position of the label, for example the back portion of the label. It should be grouped with any manufacturer or importer identification information. An expiry date should be represented in sentence case text.\n\n## 2.6 Pipe work\n\nRegulation 343: A person conducting a business or undertaking must ensure, so far as is reasonably practicable, that a hazardous chemical in pipe work is identified by a label, sign or another way on or near the pipe work.\n\nPipelines and pipe-work used for the conveyance of hazardous chemicals must be identified. The identification used should communicate information relevant to the identity of the chemical, its hazards and any necessary precautions to be observed. Methods for identifying hazardous chemicals in pipe work may include:\n\n- signs adjacent to pipe-work\n- markings on the pipe-work, for example colour coding (refer to AS 1345-1995 Identification of the contents of pipes, conduits and ducts for guidance)\n- schematic layouts displayed prominently.\n\n\n# 3. SPECIAL LABELLING SITUATIONS\n\nThis chapter outlines requirements and guidelines for labelling hazardous chemicals in special situations where the full requirements do not apply. You should always aim to provide as much information on the hazards and safe use of the chemical on the label as possible.\n\nUnder the WHS Regulations, reduced labelling is permitted for hazardous chemicals that are:\n\n- supplied in small containers\n- research chemicals or samples for analysis\n- decanted or transferred\n- not supplied to another workplace, and where the hazards are known to the workers using the chemical\n- hazardous wastes\n- classified into the explosives hazard class and are not explosive articles.\n\n\nThis section also provides guidance on the acceptability of labels prepared in accordance with other labelling systems and handled in a workplace, specifically:\n\n- hazardous chemicals classified in the explosive hazard class and labelled in compliance with the Australian Explosives Code (AEC)\n- dangerous goods labelled in compliance with transport requirements[[2]](#_ftn2)\n- consumer products\n- agricultural or veterinary chemical products that are labelled in accordance with the requirements of the Australian Pesticides and Veterinary Medicines Authority.\n\n\n## 3.1 Small containers\n\nRegulation 335, Part 3 of Schedule 9: Where a hazardous chemical is packaged in a container that is too small to attach a label with information that is required of hazardous chemical labels in general, then the label must be written in English and include the following:\n\n the product identifier\n\n the name, Australian address and business telephone number of either the manufacturer or importer.\n\n a hazard pictogram or hazard statement that is consistent with the correct classification of the chemical, and\n\n any other information required for hazardous chemicals labels in general that is reasonably practicable to include.\n\nIn addition to the mandatory items mentioned above, labels for small containers or packages must include as much labelling information required for hazardous chemical labels in general that is reasonably practicable to include. Priority should be given to the inclusion of those labelling elements relating to the most significant hazards of the hazardous chemical.\n\n\nThe most significant hazard will vary from chemical to chemical, and will be dependent upon, for example, likely routes of exposure based on its physical state (i.e. whether it is a gas, liquid or solid), its packaging and its intended use.\n\n### Examples of the most significant hazard\n\n- The information relating to a hazardous chemical’s inhalation hazard properties may be considered most significant for a paint that is intended for application using a spray gun, but not where it is intended for application using a brush.\n- The information relating to dermal toxicity may be considered most significant for a chemical that is packaged in an ampoule (i.e. where spillage could occur during opening), but not where the chemical is packaged in a ready-to-use syringe.\n\n\nFor hazardous chemicals with multiple hazard categories, the most stringent set of precautionary statements should be selected. This is appropriate for situations where rapid action or response may be crucial following accidental exposure, and therefore, information relating to these actions should be included in preference to non-critical information.\n\n### Example of the most stringent set of precautionary statements\n\n- If a chemical can cause long term systemic effects, and is also acutely toxic, then the first aid measures for acute toxicity will normally take precedence over those for longer term effects. However, medical attention for the delayed health effects may be required in some cases of incidental exposure, even if it is not associated with immediate symptoms of exposure. Therefore, the information relevant to medical attention that is required due to delayed health effects may be applicable.\n\n\nWhere certain hazard or other information has been omitted from the label, then it is recommended that alternative means for communicating the information should be used. The complete set of hazard and other information may be included on an outer box (for example for a box containing several very small ampoules), a swing tag or insert, or a leaflet inside a box.\n\nExamples of acceptable labels for small containers are provided in Appendix H.\n\n## 3.2 Research chemicals or samples for analysis\n\nA research chemical is a substance or mixture that has been manufactured in a laboratory for the purposes of genuine research and which is not for use or supply to others for a purpose other than genuine analysis or research. A chemical that is supplied commercially to another workplace is not included under the meaning of research chemical or samples for analysis under any circumstances.\n\nRegulation 335, Part 3 of Schedule 9: If a hazardous chemical is used for research purposes only or is a sample for analysis, the label must, at a minimum, be written in English and include the product identifier and a hazard pictogram or hazard statement that is consistent with the correct classification of the chemical.\n\nA research chemical or sample for analysis must be correctly classified and the identity of the substance or mixture must be determined.\n\nThe product identifier of a research chemical or sample for analysis may be:\n\n- the actual name of the chemical\n- a recognised abbreviation or acronym\n- a chemical formula, structure or reaction components.\n\n\n\nWhere a research chemical or sample for analysis cannot be identified this should be indicated clearly on the label. Labels for research chemicals or samples for analysis should include as much hazard information as possible, based on the identity and the known or suspected hazards.\n\nWhere labelling the actual laboratory container is impractical due to its size or the conditions under which it is used, other methods of providing the information can be used, for example a secure swing tag, a sign attached to supporting apparatus or labelling an outer container.\n\nFor example, for a rack of test tubes, rather than label each individual test tube containing the same hazardous chemical, you may attach a label to the rack using a swing tag.\n\n## 3.3 Decanted or transferred hazardous chemicals\n\nRegulation 335, Part 3 of Schedule 9: If a hazardous chemical has been decanted or transferred from the container in which it was packed and it will not be used immediately or it is supplied to someone else, the label must, at a minimum, be written in English and include the following:\n\n the product identifier, and\n\n a hazard pictogram or hazard statement consistent with the correct classification of the chemical.\n\nFor the purposes of this Code, decant means to transfer a hazardous chemical from a correctly labelled container to another container within a workplace. Such a container may range from a small flask in a research laboratory to a large vessel that is used to contain reaction components prior to use in a mixing or reaction process.\n\nWhere the entire amount of a decanted hazardous chemical will be used immediately, labelling of its container is not required.\n\nA decanted hazardous chemical can only be considered to be used immediately in situations where:\n\n- it is not left unattended by the person who decanted it\n- the decanted hazardous chemical is used only by a person present at the decanting process\n- the container is subsequently rendered free from any hazardous chemical immediately after use, so the container is in the condition it would be in if it had never contained the chemical.\n\n\n### Examples\n\n- A sample of hydrocarbon solvent is dispensed from a bulk container into a 15 L container by Worker A. All of the decanted hydrocarbon solvent in the 15 L container is then used immediately by Worker A in the same shift. No hydrocarbon solvent is left in the 15 L container (as though it has never contained the chemical). The container with the dispensed solvent is not left unattended by Worker A before it is used.\n\n\nIn this example, the decanted hydrocarbon solvent is considered to be used immediately.\n\n- A sample of hydrocarbon solvent is dispensed from a bulk container into a 15 L container by Worker A. The solvent in the 15 L container is not completely used up by Worker A at the end of his/her work shift. Worker A has not left the container with the dispensed solvent unattended during the shift. The remainder of the solvent is left for Worker B.\n\n\nIn this example, the decanted hydrocarbon solvent is not considered to be used immediately.\n\nWhere a container is repeatedly used for decanting as part of normal work procedures or processes, a permanent label with all the general labelling information must be attached to the container. Permanently labelled containers must not be used to contain any other substances or mixtures than those specified on the label.\n\n## 3.4 Hazardous chemicals with known hazards that are not supplied to another workplace\n\nRegulation 335, Part 3 of Schedule 9: If a hazardous chemical is not being supplied to another workplace and the hazards associated with the chemical are known to the workers involved in using, handling or storing the chemical, then the label must, at a minimum, be written in English and include the following:\n\n the product identifier, and\n\n a hazard pictogram or hazard statement that are consistent with the correct classification of the chemical.\n\nWhere a hazardous chemical will not be supplied to another workplace, and your workers involved in its handling have sufficient knowledge of the associated hazards, then you may omit some of the information normally required in a label. The label should communicate enough information on the hazards as necessary to ensure its safe use.\n\n### Examples of labelling chemicals that are not supplied to another workplace\n\n- Hazardous Chemical A is manufactured at Site A. Batch samples of Hazardous Chemical A are routinely sent to a laboratory at the same manufacturing site for analysis. Samples of Hazardous Chemical A are handled on a regular basis at the on-site laboratory, and the hazards are well-known by the workers. Reduced labelling is permitted for the batch samples.\n- Active Constituent A is manufactured at Site A and then later formulated into an end-use product, Agricultural Chemical Product A. The end-use product is formulated at the same facility, Site A, where the active ingredient is manufactured, and the workers undertaking the formulation step are aware of the hazards. In this case, the reduced labelling is permitted for Active Constituent A. However, Agricultural Chemical Product A must be labelled with all requisite labelling information.\n- From the previous example, if Active Constituent A is transported to a different facility, Site B, for formulation into the end-use product Agricultural Chemical Product A, even where both facilities are owned and operated by the same company, Active Constituent A must be labelled with all requisite labelling information.\n\n\n## 3.5 Hazardous waste products\n\nHazardous waste products must be identified and correctly classified, so far as is reasonably practicable. Where it is not reasonably practicable to undertake a complete hazard classification of waste material, the hazard classification must be determined or estimated using a precautionary approach based on the known or likely constituents of the waste.\n\nRegulation 335, Part 3 of Schedule 9: If it is reasonably likely that a waste product is a hazardous chemical, then the label on the container of the hazardous waste must be written in English and at a minimum, include the following:\n\n the product identifier\n\n the name, Australian address and business telephone number of either the manufacturer or the importer, and\n\n a hazard pictogram and hazard statement that are consistent with the correct classification of the chemical.\n\n\nThe product identifier should reflect the nature of the waste as closely as possible and may depend on the extent of knowledge about the components of the waste. Examples of product identifiers may include:\n\n- chlorinated solvent waste\n- flammable waste\n- chromium VI waste\n- heavy metal waste.\n\n\nLabels for hazardous wastes should include as much hazard information as reasonably practicable based on what is known about the identity and any suspected hazards. The label of any hazardous wastes should also include, where possible, the following information:\n\n- the identity of any known or likely hazardous constituents or impurities and their proportions (for example, ‘contains chromium VI, 5%’, or ‘may contain trace levels of organic peroxides’)\n- relevant precautionary statements\n- relevant first aid and safety directions\n- any other information that may assist identification of the hazardous waste and its associated hazards.\n\n\nIf you have made every reasonable attempt to identify and classify the chemical waste and have been unsuccessful, you should clearly indicate this on the label.\n\n## 3.6 Hazardous chemicals classified in the explosives hazard class\n\nRegulation 335, Part 3 of Schedule 9: If a hazardous chemical may be classified in the explosives hazard class and is not an explosive article, the chemical must be packed in a container that has a label in English that complies with the Australian Code for the Transport of Explosives by Road and Rail and includes the following:\n\n the proper shipping name and UN number of the chemical, and\n\n any hazard pictogram, any hazard statement and any precautionary statement that are consistent with the correct classification of the chemical in relation to health hazards.\n\nThe Australian Code for the Transport of Explosives by Road and Rail (Explosives Code) outlines requirements for labelling of explosives hazard class. This labelling regime is designed primarily for the communication of physical hazards of explosives during their transport.\n\nHazardous chemicals in the explosives class that meet the criteria for health hazards may require health and safety information on labels in addition to that required by the Explosives Code to meet workplace requirements.\n\nInformation on health hazards is not required on labels of explosive articles. Explosive articles should be labelled in accordance with the Explosives Code. However, where exposure to substances and mixtures within an article could occur during handling, any relevant health information should be included on labels.\n\n## 3.7 Hazardous chemicals that are dangerous goods packaged for transport\n\nWhere a hazardous chemical has been packaged and labelled in accordance with dangerous goods transport requirements and is in-transit, the hazardous chemical is not subject to workplace labelling requirements. Where workplace hazardous chemicals are not in-transit, they must be labelled with all of the required labelling information.\n\n\nHazardous chemicals that are classified as dangerous goods and transported by road or rail must comply with the labelling or marking requirements that are specified in the ADG Code. Transport markings and class labels of the ADG Code are designed primarily to assist emergency services personnel in case of an accident or emergency.\n\nNote: The ADG Code refers to dangerous goods pictograms as Class or Division labels. Other information required on a package or container is referred to as markings. The size and colour of labels and markings required for transport are specified in the ADG Code.\n\n The ADG Code recognises the GHS as an appropriate labelling system for inner packages of dangerous goods during transport. As this code describes GHS-compliant labelling, labels prepared in accordance with this code should meet the inner package labelling requirements prescribed in the ADG Code for dangerous goods during transport.\n\nTo meet both workplace and transport labelling requirements, additional health and safety information may be required on some transport containers. The additional information would generally relate to chronic health hazards, which are not regulated for transport purposes.\n\nFor outer packaging used within the workplace, workplace labelling requirements may be met by attaching to the container a supplementary panel or label that includes the additional information. The additional information should be clearly distinguishable from the information required to meet transport laws.\n\n## 3.8 Consumer products\n\nRegulation 335: A hazardous chemical does not need to meet the labelling requirements under the WHS Regulations if the chemical is a consumer product with the original label on its container and if it is reasonably foreseeable that the hazardous chemical will be used in the workplace only:\n\n in a quantity that is consistent with consumer household use\n\n in a way that is consistent with consumer household use, and\n\n in a way that is incidental to the nature of the work carried out by a worker using the chemical.\n\nThe following example shows how to distinguish between a consumer product and a workplace hazardous chemical:\n\nToilet cleaner is sold in 750 ml bottles for domestic use and is sold in 20 L containers to commercial cleaning businesses. The 750 ml bottle is intended for domestic use and does not need to be labelled in accordance with the WHS Regulations.\n\nHowever, it is reasonably foreseeable that, due to the package size of the 20 L product, it would be used in a workplace rather than in a domestic situation. Therefore, the 20 L product must be labelled according to workplace labelling requirements.\n\nConsumer products which do not meet the definition of a workplace hazardous chemical and are covered by the SUSMP must comply with SUSMP labelling requirements.\n\n## 3.9 Agricultural or veterinary chemical products\n\nRegulation 335, Part 3 of Schedule 9: Agricultural and veterinary chemicals must have a label in English that complies with the requirements of the Australian Pesticides and Veterinary Medicines Authority and also includes the following:\n\n any hazard statement that is consistent with the correct classification of the chemical, and\n\n any precautionary statement that is consistent with the correct classification of the chemical.\n\n\nAgricultural or veterinary chemical refers to any agricultural chemical product or veterinary chemical product as defined in the Commonwealth’s Agricultural and Veterinary Chemicals Code Act 1994.\n\nThe Australian Pesticides and Veterinary Medicines Authority (APVMA) labelling codes for agricultural and veterinary chemical products are the Ag Labelling Code and the Veterinary Labelling Code, respectively. You may omit the hazard pictogram and signal word from the labels of these chemicals. However, the label must contain hazard statements and precautionary statements for all of the intrinsic hazards of the product.\n\nNote: Hazard and precautionary statements required for some intrinsic hazards under the WHS Regulations may not be required on labels by APVMA legislation. As the manufacturer or importer, you must ensure that any additional hazard and precautionary statements required by the WHS Regulations are included on the label, provided they are not contrary to the information required by the APVMA legislation.\n\n## 3.10 Products containing nanomaterials\n\nFor engineered or manufactured nanomaterials[[3]](#_ftn3) or chemicals containing engineered or manufactured nanomaterials, it is recommended that labels be prepared in accordance with this Code unless there is evidence that the nanomaterials are not hazardous.\n\nThe following label statements are recommended for products containing nanomaterials when the hazards are not fully characterised:\n\n- Contains engineered/manufactured nanomaterials. Caution: Hazards unknown.\n- Contains engineered/manufactured nanomaterials. Caution: Hazards not fully characterised.\n\n\nThese phrases are for use on an interim basis, as the manufacturer/importer has a duty to correctly classify the chemical and include information on known hazards on the label in accordance with the WHS Regulations.\n\n# 4. LABELLING DESIGN AND LAYOUT\n\nThe label must be written English.\n\nThe size of a label should be:\n\n- large enough to contain all of the relevant hazard and other information in a size and style that is easily visible and legible in the workplace\n- appropriate to the size of the container, with larger labels present on larger containers.\n\n\nThe information on a label may be presented using one or more panels, or sections, dependent on the size and shape of the container. The label should be firmly secured to the outside of the container and should be visible in the normal storage position. The label should be sufficiently durable so as to remain legible and firmly attached to the container for the foreseeable lifetime of the product under normal storage and handling conditions.\n\nThe information and hazard pictograms on any label should be printed in a colour or colours that provide a distinct contrast to the background colour.\n\n## 4.1 Grouping information\n\nA label should group specific information together so that hazard or precautionary information can be easily located.\n\n## 4.2 Orientation and size of label elements\n\nThe text, hazard pictograms and other information on a label should be of a size and style that is easily legible and is appropriate to the size of the label and container.\n\nThe following table is provided as a guide for the minimum dimensions for hazard pictograms and sizes of text on containers of various capacities:\n\n| Container capacity | Minimum hazard pictogram dimensions | Minimum
text size |\n| --- | --- | --- |\n| ≤ 500 mL | 15 x 15 mm | 2.5 mm |\n| > 500 mL and ≤ 5 L | 20 x 20 mm | 3 mm |\n| > 5 L and ≤ 25 L | 50 x 50 mm | 5 mm |\n| ≥ 25 L | 100 x 100 mm | 7 mm |\n\n\nNote 1: Refer to the ADG Code for marking requirements for dangerous goods being transported.\n\nExamples of labels that have been produced in accordance with the labelling system described in this Code are provided in Appendix H.\n\n# 5 OTHER DUTIES IN RELATION TO LABELLING\n\nRegulation 342: A person conducting a business or undertaking who manufactures hazardous chemicals at the workplace or decants or transfers a hazardous chemical from its original container, must ensure that the container is correctly labelled.\n\nThe person conducting a business or undertaking at the workplace must also ensure that a container labelled for a hazardous chemical is used only for the use, handling or storage of that hazardous chemical.\n\nThese requirements do not apply if the hazardous chemical is used immediately after it is put into the container and the container is thoroughly cleaned immediately after use to the condition it would be in if it had never contained the material.\n\n## 5.1 Containers found without correct labelling\n\nIf you find that a container of a hazardous chemical is not correctly labelled in accordance with the WHS Regulations, you should attach the product identifier to the container. You should not use a hazardous chemical that is not correctly labelled. Store it in isolation until it is appropriately labelled.\n\nIf the product identifier of an unlabelled chemical is not known, this should be clearly marked on the container, for example by attaching a label to the container with the statement:\n\n### Caution - Do Not Use - Unknown Substance.\n\nYou should take steps to either identify and correctly label the unknown chemical or dispose of the contents in accordance with relevant environmental regulations and, where necessary, in consultation with the relevant waste management authority.\n\n## 5.2 Reviewing and updating information on labels\n\nFrom time to time, the hazard classification of a hazardous chemical may change, for example where new information becomes available. Where the hazard classification of a hazardous chemical changes, the label must be reviewed and, if necessary, revised to reflect any required changes.\n\nImporters, manufacturers and suppliers should review any new or significant information in relation to any hazardous chemicals they import, manufacture or supply. A review of the literature and other relevant sources of information should be undertaken on a regular basis.\n\nIt is good practice to review the label information of a hazardous chemical at the same time as the safety data sheet (SDS) is updated. SDSs are updated:\n\n- when any new information about the hazardous chemical is known or received to ensure the SDS contains correct, current information\n- at least once every five years.\n\n\nIf you have duty to label a workplace hazardous chemical, then you must ensure that the label contains correct information at the time it is affixed to the container of the hazardous chemical.\n\n# APPENDIX A – DEFINITIONS AND ABBREVIATIONS\n\nArticle means a manufactured item, other than a fluid or particle, that:\n\n- is formed into a particular shape or design during manufacture, and\n- has hazard properties and a function that are wholly or partly dependent on the shape or design.\n\n\nCAS Name is the chemical name recommended by the Chemical Abstracts Service, Columbus, Ohio, USA.\n\nChemical identity means a name, in accordance with the nomenclature systems of the International Union of Pure and Applied Chemistry or the Chemical Abstracts Service, or a technical name, that gives a chemical a unique identity.\n\nClass of dangerous goods, means the number assigned to the goods in the ADG Code indicating the hazard, or most predominant hazard, exhibited by the goods.\n\nClass label means a pictogram described in the ADG Code for a class, or division of a class, of dangerous goods.\n\nCombustible liquid means a liquid, other than a flammable liquid, that has a flash point, and a fire point less than its boiling point.\n\nCombustible substance means a substance that is combustible and includes dust, fibres, fumes, mists or vapours produced by the substance.\n\nConsumer product means a thing that:\n\n- is packed or repacked primarily for use by a household consumer or for use in an office\n- if the thing is packed or repacked primarily for use by a household consumer—is packed in the way and quantity in which it is intended to be used by a household consumer\n- if the thing is packed or repacked primarily for use in an office—is packed in the way and quantity in which it is intended to be used for office work.\n\n\nDivision, of dangerous goods, means a number, in a class of dangerous goods, to which the dangerous goods are assigned in the ADG Code.\n\nExplosives Code means the Australian Code for the Transport of Explosives by Road and Rail endorsed by the Workplace Relations Ministers’ Council as amended from time to time.\n\nExposure standard means an exposure standard published by Safe Work Australia in the Workplace Exposure Standards for Airborne Contaminants.\n\nNote: Workplace Exposure Standards for Airborne Contaminants will replace the Adopted National Exposure Standards for Atmospheric Contaminants in the Occupational Environment [NOSHC:1003(1995)].\n\nGeneric name means a name applied to a group of chemicals having a similar structure and properties.\n\nGenuine research means systematic investigative or experimental activities that are carried out for either acquiring new knowledge (whether or not the knowledge will have a specific practical application) or creating new or improved materials, products, devices, processes or services.\n\nGHS means the Globally Harmonised System of Classification and Labelling of Chemicals, Third revised edition, published by the United Nations.\n\nHazard means a situation or thing that has the potential to harm people, property or the environment.\n\n\nHazard category means a division of criteria within a hazard class in the GHS.\n\nHazard class means the nature of a physical, health or environmental hazard and includes a class of dangerous goods\n\nHazard pictogram means a graphical composition, including a symbol plus other graphical elements, that is assigned in the GHS to a hazard class or hazard category.\n\nHazard statement means a statement assigned to a hazard class or hazard category describing the nature of the hazards of a hazardous chemical including, if appropriate, the degree of hazard.\n\nImport means to bring into the jurisdiction from outside Australia.\n\nIngredient means any component of a mixture.\n\nIn transit—a thing is in transit if the thing:\n\n- is supplied to, or stored at, a workplace in containers that are not opened at the workplace, and\n- is not used at the workplace, and\n- is kept at the workplace for not more than five consecutive days.\n\n\nISO name is a chemical name approved by the International Organisation for Standardisation.\n\nIUPAC name is the chemical name recommended by the International Union of Pure and Applied Chemistry.\n\nLaboratory means a building or room equipped for analysis, genuine research or practical teaching, and which is not used for production purposes.\n\nManufacture includes the activities of packing, repacking, formulating, blending, mixing, making, remaking and synthesising.\n\nMixture means a combination of, or a solution composed of, two or more substances that do not react with each other.\n\nPrecautionary Statement means a phrase prescribed by the GHS that describes recommended measures to be taken to prevent or minimise the adverse effects of exposure to a hazardous chemical or the improper handling of a hazardous chemical.\n\nProduct identifier means the name or number used to identify a product on a label or in a safety data sheet.\n\nProper Shipping Name means a proper shipping name under the ADG Code.\n\nResearch chemical means a substance or mixture that is manufactured in a laboratory for genuine research and is not for use or supply for a purpose other than analysis or genuine research.\n\nSafety data sheet (SDS) means a document that describes the identity, properties (that is to say chemical and physical properties and health hazard and environmental hazard information), uses, precautions for use, safe handling procedures and safe disposal procedures of a hazardous chemical.\n\nSignal word means the word danger or warning used on a label to indicate to a label reader the relative severity level of a hazard, and to alert the reader to a potential hazard, under the GHS.\n\nSubstance means a chemical element or compound in its natural state or obtained or generated by a process:\n\n- including any additive necessary to preserve the stability of the element or compound and any impurities deriving from the process, but\n- excluding any solvent that may be separated without affecting the stability of the element or compound, or changing its composition.\n\n\n \n\n\nSUSMP means the Standard for the Uniform Scheduling of Medicines and Poisons, published by the National Drugs and Poisons Schedule Committee as amended from time to time.\n\nTechnical name means a name that is:\n\n- ordinarily used in commerce, regulations and codes to identify a substance or mixture, other than an International Union of Pure and Applied Chemistry or Chemical Abstracts Service name\n- recognised by the scientific community.\n\n\nTransfer includes the pumping, dispensing or decanting from one container into another or from one place to another.\n\nUN Number means the number assigned to dangerous goods by the United Nations Subcommittee of Experts on the Transport of Dangerous Goods. UN Numbers are published in the UN Recommendations on the Transport of Dangerous Goods – Model Regulation, and in the ADG Code.\n\n# APPENDIX B – CHECKLIST FOR PREPARATION OF A LABEL\n\nThe following table lists the steps that are recommended for the preparation of a label for a hazardous chemical. The information is intended for use as a quick reference guide. It may not apply to all situations. The relevant sections of this Code should be referred to for full details of the labelling requirements.\n\n \n\n| Step | | Comments/Reference information |\n| --- | --- | --- |\n| 1 | Select the suitable product identifier. | |\n| 2 | Determine which ingredients require disclosure. | Refer to Subsection 2.2 for ingredient disclosure requirements. |\n| 3 | Select the label elements which apply to classification endpoints or hazard categories, in accordance with correct hazard classification | Label elements applicable to all hazard categories are tabulated in Appendix D. |\n| 4 | Combine all applicable elements, and then determine which elements may be omitted from the label to avoid duplication or redundancy. | Refer to Appendix E for precedence rules and hierarchy of elements. |\n| 5 | Determine which label elements may be omitted where a special labelling situation may apply. | Refer to Chapter 3. |\n| 6 | Determine whether other relevant health and safety information may be required. | Particularly important for hazard endpoints not covered by the GHS but where there are health and safety concerns |\n| 7 | Select the appropriate supplier details to be included. | Other information, for example web address or emergency contact phone number, may be included. |\n| 8 | Determine whether an expiry date is required. | Expiry date is required if degradation over time could change the hazard classification. For example, if a highly toxic impurity is formed. |\n| 9 | Identify any other relevant information that may be required. | For example, reference to SDS or product use information. |\n| 10 | Design the label layout and grouping of information. | Refer to Chapter 4. |\n\n\n# APPENDIX C – GUIDE FOR SELECTING GENERIC NAMES\n\nThis guide describes a procedure for naming hazardous chemicals and the division of substances into families.\n\nThe families are defined in the following manner:\n\n- inorganic or organic substances whose properties are identified by having a common chemical element as their chief characteristic. The family name is derived from the name of the chemical element. These families are identified as in subsection C1.3 below by the atomic number of the chemical element (001 to 103)\n- organic substances whose properties are identified by having a common functional group as their chief characteristic.\n\n\n- the family name is derived from the functional group name, and\n- these families are identified by the number convention found in subsection C1.3 (601 to 650).\n\n\n- sub-families bringing together substances with a common specific character have been added in certain cases.\n\n\n## Establishing the Generic Name\n\nC.1. General Principles\n\nIn selecting a generic name, the following approach is adopted:\n\n- identify the functional groups and chemical elements present in the molecule\n- determine the most important functional groups and chemical elements, which contribute to its properties.\n\n\nThe identified functional groups and elements taken into account are the names of the families and sub-families. These names are set out in subsection C.3 in the form of a (non-restrictive) list.\n\nC.2. Practical application\n\nAfter having conducted a search to see if the substance belongs to one or more families or sub-families on the list, the generic name can be established in the following way:\n\n1. If the name of a family or sub-family is sufficient to characterise the chemical elements or important functional groups, this name will be chosen as the generic name.\n\n\nExamples:\n\n| Name | Family
Sub-family | Generic Name |\n| --- | --- | --- |\n| 1,4-dihydroxybenzene | 604: Phenols and derivatives | Phenol derivative |\n| Butanols | 603: Alcohols and derivatives
Aliphatic alcohols | Aliphatic alcohol |\n| 2-isopropoxyethanol | 603: Alcohols and derivatives
Glycolethers | Glycolether |\n| Methacrylate | 607: Organic acids and derivatives
Methacrylates | Methacrylate |\n\n\n \n\n1. If the name of a family or sub-family is not sufficient to characterise the chemical elements of important functional groups, the generic name should be a combination of the corresponding different family or sub-family names.\n\n\nExamples:\n\n| Name | Family
Sub-family | Generic Name |\n| --- | --- | --- |\n| Lead hexafluorosilicate | 009: Fluorine compounds
Inorganic fluorides
082: Lead compounds | Inorganic lead fluoride |\n| Chlorobenzene | 602: Halogenated hydrocarbons
Halogenated aromatic hydrocarbons
017: Chlorine compounds | Chlorinated aromatic hydrocarbon |\n| 2,3,6-Trichlorophenylacetic acid | 607: Organic acids and derivatives
Halogenated aromatic acids
017: Chlorine compounds | Chlorinated aromatic acid |\n| 1-Chloro-1-nitropropane | 610: Chloronitrated compounds
601: Hydrocarbons
Aliphatic hydrocarbons | Chlorinated aliphatic hydrocarbon |\n| Tetrapropyl dithiopyrophosphate | 015: Phosphorus compounds
Phosphoric esters
016: Sulphur compounds | Thiophosphoric ester |\n\n\n \n\n1. In the case of certain elements, notably metals, the name of the family or sub-family may be indicated by the words 'organic' or 'inorganic'.\n\n\nExamples:\n\n| Name | Family
Sub-family | Generic Name |\n| --- | --- | --- |\n| Dimercury dichloride | 080: Mercury compounds | Inorganic mercury compound |\n| Barium acetate | 056: Barium compounds | Organic barium compound |\n| Ethyl nitrite | 007: Nitrogen compounds
Nitrites | Organic nitrite |\n| Sodium hydrosulphite | 016: Sulphur compounds | Inorganic sulphur compound |\n\n\n \n\nC.3. Division of substances into families and sub-families\n\n \n\n| Family
No | Families
Sub-families |\n| --- | --- |\n| 001 | Hydrogen compounds
Hydrides |\n| 003 | Lithium compounds |\n| 004 | Beryllium compounds |\n| 005 | Boron compounds
Boranes
Borates |\n| 006 | Carbon compounds
Carbamates
Inorganic carbon compounds
Salts of hydrogen cyanide
Urea and derivatives |\n| 007 | Nitrogen compounds
Quaternary ammonium compounds
Acid nitrogen compounds
Nitrates
Nitrites |\n| 008 | Oxygen compounds |\n| 009 | Fluorine compounds
Inorganic fluorides |\n| 011 | Sodium compounds |\n| 012 | Magnesium compounds
Organometallic magnesium derivatives |\n| 013 | Aluminium compounds
Organometallic aluminium derivatives |\n| 014 | Silicon compounds
Silicones
Silicates |\n| 015 | Phosphorus compounds
Acid phosphorus compounds
Phosphonium compounds
Phosphoric esters
Phosphates
Phosphites
Phosphoramides and derivatives |\n| 016 | Sulphur compounds
Acid sulphur compounds
Mercaptans
Sulphates
Sulphites |\n| 017 | Chlorine compounds
Chlorates
Perchlorates |\n| 018 | Argon compounds |\n| 019 | Potassium compounds |\n| 020 | Calcium compounds |\n| 021 | Scandium compounds |\n| 022 | Titanium compounds |\n| 023 | Vanadium compounds |\n| 024 | Chromium compounds
Chromium VI compounds |\n| 025 | Manganese compounds |\n| 026 | Iron compounds |\n| 027 | Cobalt compounds |\n| 028 | Nickel compounds |\n| 029 | Copper compounds |\n| 030 | Zinc compounds
Organometallic zinc derivatives |\n| 031 | Gallium compounds |\n| 032 | Germanium compounds |\n| 033 | Arsenic compounds |\n| 034 | Selenium compounds |\n| 035 | Bromine compounds |\n| 036 | Krypton compounds |\n| 037 | Rubidium compounds |\n| 038 | Strontium compounds |\n| 039 | Yttrium compounds |\n| 040 | Zirconium compounds |\n| 041 | Niobium compounds |\n| 042 | Molybdenum compounds |\n| 043 | Technetium compounds |\n| 044 | Ruthenium compounds |\n| 045 | Rhodium compounds |\n| 046 | Palladium compounds |\n| 047 | Silver compounds |\n| 048 | Cadmium compounds |\n| 049 | Indium compounds |\n| 050 | Tin compounds
Organometallic tin derivates |\n| 051 | Antimony compounds |\n| 052 | Tellurium compounds |\n| 053 | Iodine compounds |\n| 054 | Xenon compounds |\n| 055 | Caesium compounds |\n| 056 | Barium compounds |\n| 057 | Lanthanum |\n| 058 | Cerium compounds |\n| 059 | Praseodymium compounds |\n| 060 | Neodymium compounds |\n| 061 | Promethium compounds |\n| 062 | Samarium compounds |\n| 063 | Europium compounds |\n| 064 | Gandolinium compounds |\n| 065 | Terbium compounds |\n| 066 | Dysprosium compounds |\n| 067 | Holmium compounds |\n| 068 | Erbium compounds |\n| 069 | Thulium compounds |\n| 070 | Ytterbium compounds |\n| 071 | Lutetium compounds |\n| 072 | Hafnium compounds |\n| 073 | Tantalum compounds |\n| 074 | Tungsten compounds |\n| 075 | Rhenium compounds |\n| 076 | Osmium compounds |\n| 077 | Iridium compounds |\n| 078 | Platinum compounds |\n| 079 | Gold compounds |\n| 080 | Mercury compounds
Organometallic mercury derivatives |\n| 081 | Thallium compounds |\n| 082 | Lead compounds
Organometallic lead derivatives |\n| 083 | Bismuth compounds |\n| 084 | Polonium compounds |\n| 085 | Astate compounds |\n| 086 | Radon compounds |\n| 087 | Francium compounds |\n| 088 | Radium compounds |\n| 089 | Actinium compounds |\n| 090 | Thorium compounds |\n| 091 | Protactinium compounds |\n| 092 | Uranium compounds |\n| 093 | Neptunium compounds |\n| 094 | Plutonium compounds |\n| 095 | Americium compounds |\n| 096 | Curium compounds |\n| 097 | Berkelium compounds |\n| 098 | Californium compounds |\n| 099 | Einsteinium compounds |\n| 100 | Fermium compounds |\n| 101 | Mendelevium compounds |\n| 102 | Nobelium compounds |\n| 103 | Lawrencium compounds |\n| 601 | Hydrocarbons
Aliphatic hydrocarbons
Aromatic hydrocarbons
Alicyclic hydrocarbons
Polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons (PAH) |\n| 602 | Halogenated hydrocarbons*
Halogenated aliphatic hydrocarbons*
Halogenated aromatic hydrocarbons*
Halogenated alicyclic hydrocarbons*
* Specify according to family corresponding to halogen. |\n| 603 | Alcohols and derivates
Aliphatic alcohols
Aromatic alcohols
Alicyclic alcohols
Alcanolamines
Epoxy derivatives
Ethers
Glycolethers
Glycols and polyols |\n| 604 | Phenols and derivatives
Halogenated phenol derivatives*
* Specify according to the family corresponding to halogen. |\n| 605 | Aldehydes and derivates
Aliphatic aldehydes
Aromatic aldehydes
Alicyclic aldehydes
Aliphatic acetals
Aromatic acetals
Alicyclic acetals |\n| 606 | Ketones and derivatives
Aliphatic Ketones
Aromatic Ketones*
Alicyclic Ketones
* Quinones included |\n| 607 | Organic acids and derivatives
Aliphatic acids
Halogenated aliphatic acids*
Aromatic acids
Halogenated aromatic acids*
Alicyclic acids
Halogenated alicyclic acids*
Aliphatic acid anhydrides
Halogenated aliphatic acid anhydrides*
Aromatic acid anhydrides
Halogenated aromatic acid anhydrides*
Alicyclic acid anhydrides
Halogenated alicyclic acid anhydrides*
Salts of aliphatic acid
Salts of halogenated aliphatic acid*
Salts of aromatic acid
Salts of halogenated aromatic acid*
Salts of alicyclic acid
Salts of halogenated alicyclic acid*
Esters of aliphatic acid
Esters of halogenated alicyclic acid*
Esters of aromatic acid
Esters of halogenated aromatic acid*
Esters of alicyclic acid
Esters of halogenated alicyclic acid*
Esters of glycol ether
Acrylates
Methacrylates |\n| 608 | Nitriles and derivatives |\n| 609 | Nitro compounds |\n| 610 | Chloronitrated compounds |\n| 611 | Azoxy and azo compounds |\n| 612 | Amine compounds
Aliphatic amines and derivatives
Alicyclic amines and derivatives
Aromatic amines and derivatives
Aniline and derivatives
Benzidine and derivatives |\n| 613 | Heterocyclic basis and derivatives
Benzimidazole and derivatives
Imidazol and derivatives
Pyrethrinoids
Quinoline and derivatives
Triazine and derivatives
Triazole and derivatives |\n| 614 | Glycosides and alkaloids
Alkaloid and derivatives
Glycosides and derivatives |\n| 615 | Cyanates and isocyanates
Cyanates
Isocyanates |\n| 616 | Amides and derivatives
Acetamide and derivatives
Anilides |\n| 617 | Organic Peroxides |\n| 650 | Various substances
Do not use this family. Instead, use the families or sub-families mentioned above. |\n\n\n# APPENDIX D – APPLICATION OF LABEL ELEMENTS\n\nThis appendix is intended to provide guidance for the application of an appropriate signal word, and appropriate hazard pictograms, hazard statements, and precautionary statements. The tables at the end of this appendix specify the signal word, hazard pictograms, hazard statements and precautionary statements that apply to each hazard class and category.\n\n## Structure of Hazard Statement Text\n\nAll of the hazard statement text that appears in bold should appear on the label, except as otherwise specified.\n\nAll of the information that appears in italics should appear as part of the hazard statement, where applicable.\n\nThe hazard statement codes shown in the tables are intended to be used for reference purposes only. They are not part of the hazard statement text and should not be used on a label.\n\n## Structure of Precautionary Statement Text\n\nThere are five types of precautionary statements: general, prevention, response (in case of accidental spillage or exposure, emergency response and first aid), storage and disposal.\n\nAll of the precautionary statement text that appears in bold should appear on the label, except as otherwise specified.\n\nTo provide flexibility in the application of precautionary phrases, a combination of statements may be used to save label space and improve the readability of phrases. A combination of phrases can also be useful for different types of hazard where the precautionary behaviour is similar.\n\nWhen a forward-slash or diagonal mark [/] appears in a precautionary statement text, it indicates that a choice has to be made between the phrases they separate\n\nWhen three full stops […] appear in a precautionary statement text, it indicates that all applicable conditions are not listed.\n\nWhen text in the precautionary statement text appears in italics, this indicates that specific conditions apply to the use or allocation of the precautionary statement. This may relate to conditions attaching to either the general use of a precautionary statement or its use for a particular hazard class and/or hazard category. The text in italics is not intended to be present on a label.\n\nThe precautionary statements included in the following matrices cover general emergency response and first-aid information. For some specific chemicals, supplementary first aid, treatment measures or specific antidotes or cleansing materials may be required. Poisons Centres and/or medical practitioners or specialist advice should be sought in such situations and included on labels where appropriate\n\nThe precautionary statement codes that are used in the tables are intended to be used for reference purposes only. They are not part of the precautionary statement text and should not be used on a label.\n\nPrecautionary Statement Formed from a Combination of Phrases\n\n‘Keep away from heat, sparks and open flame and store in a cool well ventilated place’.\n\nPrecautionary Statement that Contains a Forward-Slash [/]\n\nThe precautionary statement:\n\nP280 ‘Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection’, could read:\n\n‘Wear eye protection’, where the hazard classification does not warrant the additional personal protective equipment.\n\n \n\nPrecautionary Statement that Contains Three Full Stops […]\n\nFor the precautionary statement:\n\nP241 ‘Use explosion-proof electrical/ventilating/lighting/.../equipment’, the use of ‘...’ indicates that other equipment may need to be specified.\n\n \n\nPrecautionary Statement that Contains Text in Italics\n\nThe precautionary statement:\n\nP241 ‘Use explosion-proof electrical/ventilating/lighting/.../ equipment’, only applies for flammable solids ‘if dust clouds can occur’.\n\n### General Precautionary Statements\n\nGeneral precautionary statements are not aligned with any particular hazard category, and according to the GHS principles, these statements are required for consumer products only. Manufacturers of hazardous chemicals may choose to include these on workplace labels, particularly where it is foreseeable that the chemical may be used in a non-workplace situation.\n\nGeneral Precautionary Statements\n\nP101 If medical advice is needed, have product container or label at hand\n\nP102 Keep out of reach of children\n\nP103 Read label before use\n\n### Allocation of label elements\n\nThe matrices below provide the following information for each hazard class and hazard category of the GHS:\n\n1. hazard category; and\n2. the assigned symbol; and\n3. the assigned signal word; and\n4. the assigned hazard statement and code; and\n5. the assigned precautionary statements, by precautionary statement type, and code.\n\n \n\n- EXPLOSIVES\n- SymbolExploding bomb\n- Hazard category Signal word Hazard statement Image of an exploding bomb\n- Unstable Explosive Danger H200 Unstable Explosive\n- Precautionary statements\n- Prevention Response Storage Disposal\n- P201 Obtain special instructions before use.P202 Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood.P281 Use personal protective equipment as required. P372 Explosion risk in case of fire.P373 DO NOT fight fire when fire reaches explosives.P380 Evacuate area. P401 Store ... …in accordance with local/regional/ national/international Regulations (to be specified). P501 Dispose of contents/container to... …in accordance with local/regional/ national/international Regulations (to be specified).\n\n\n \n\n- EXPLOSIVES\n- SymbolExploding bomb\n- Hazard category Signal word Hazard statement Image of an exploding bomb\n- Division 1.1 Danger H201 Explosive; mass explosion hazard\n- Division 1.2 Danger H202 Explosive; severe projection hazard\n- Division 1.3 Danger H203 Explosive; fire, blast or projection hazard\n- Precautionary statements\n- Prevention Response Storage Disposal\n- P210 Keep away from heat/sparks/open flames/hot surfaces. - No smoking. Manufacturer/supplier or the competent authority to specify applicable ignition source(s).P230 Keep wetted with...…Manufacturer/supplier or the competent authority to specify appropriate material.- if drying out increases explosion hazard, except as needed for manufacturing or operating processes (e.g. nitrocellulose).P240 Ground/bond container and receiving equipment.- if the explosive is electrostatically sensitive.P250 Do not subject to grinding/shock/…/friction.…Manufacturer/supplier or the competent authority to specify applicable rough handling.P280 Wear face protection. Manufacturer/supplier or the competent authority to specify type of equipment. P370 +P380 In case of fire: evacuate area.P372 Explosion risk in case of fire.P373 DO NOT fight fire when fire reaches explosives. P401 Store ... …in accordance with local/regional/national/international Regulations (to be specified). P501 Dispose of contents/container to... …in accordance with local/ regional/national/international Regulations (to be specified).\n\n\n\n\n\n- EXPLOSIVES\n- SymbolExploding bomb\n- Hazard category Signal word Hazard statement Image of an exploding bomb\n- Division 1.4 Warning H204 Fire or projection hazard\n- Precautionary statements\n- Prevention Response Storage Disposal\n- P210 Keep away from heat/sparks/open flames/hot surfaces. - No smoking. Manufacturer/supplier or the competent authority to specify applicable ignition source(s).P240 Ground/bond container and receiving equipment.- if the explosive is electrostatically sensitive. P250 Do not subject to grinding/shock/…/friction. Manufacturer/supplier or the competent authority to specify applicable rough handling.P280 Wear face protection. Manufacturer/supplier or competent authority to specify type of equipment. P370+P380 In case of fire: Evacuate area.P372 Explosion risk in case of fire. - except if explosives are 1.4S AMMUNITION AND COMPONENTS THEREOF.P373 DO NOT fight fire when fire reaches explosives.P374 Fight fire with normal precautions from a reasonable distance.- If explosives are 1.4S AMMUNITION AND COMPONENTS THEREOF. P401 Store ... …in accordance with local/regional/ national/international Regulations (to be specified). P501 Dispose of contents/container to... … in accordance with local/regional/national/international Regulations (to be specified).\n\n\n \n\n- EXPLOSIVES\n- Symbol*\n- Hazard category Signal word Hazard statement Image of explosive division 1.5 class label\n- Division 1.5 Danger H205 May mass explode in fire\n- Precautionary statements\n- Prevention Response Storage Disposal\n- P210 Keep away from heat/sparks/open flames/hot surfaces. - No smoking. Manufacturer/supplier or the competent authority to specify applicable ignition source(s).P230 Keep wetted with...…Manufacturer/supplier or the competent authority to specify appropriate material.- if drying out increases explosion hazard, except as needed for manufacturing or operating processes (e.g. nitrocellulose).P240 Ground/bond container and receiving equipment- if the explosive is electrostatically sensitive. P250 Do not subject to grinding/shock/…/friction. …Manufacturer/supplier or the competent authority to specify applicable rough handling.P280 Wear face protection. Manufacturer/supplier or competent authority to specify type of equipment. P370 + P380 In case of fire: Evacuate area.P372 Explosion risk in case of fire.P373 DO NOT fight fire when fire reaches explosives. P401 Store ... …in accordance with local/regional/ national/international Regulations (to be specified). P501 Dispose of contents/container to... … in accordance with local/regional/ national/international Regulations (to be specified).\n\n\n*Note: This symbol is according to the ADG Code for the transport of dangerous goods\n\n\n\n\n- EXPLOSIVES\n- Symbol*\n- Hazard category Signal word Hazard statement Image of explosive division 1.6 class label\n- Division 1.6 No signal word No hazard statement\n- Precautionary statements\n- Prevention Response Storage Disposal\n- No precautionary statements No precautionary statements No precautionary statements No precautionary statements\n\n\n*Note: Symbol for Explosive Division 1.6 is the symbol used for the transport of dangerous goods\n\n- FLAMMABLE GASES\n- SymbolFlame\n- Hazard category Signal word Hazard statement Title: Symbol - Description: Flame\n- 1 Danger H220 Extremely flammable gas\n- Precautionary statements\n- Prevention Response Storage Disposal\n- P210 Keep away from heat/sparks/open flames/hot surfaces. -No smoking. Manufacturer/supplier or competent authority to specify applicable ignition source(s). P377 Leaking gas fire: Do not extinguish, unless leak can be stopped safely.P381 Eliminate all ignition sources if safe to do so. P403 Store in well-ventilated place.\n\n\n*This symbol is according to the ADG Code for the transport of dangerous goods\n\n \n\n- FLAMMABLE AEROSOLS\n- SymbolFlame\n- Hazard category Signal word Hazard statement Image of a flame\n- 1 Danger H222 Extremely flammable aerosol\n- 2 Warning H223 Flammable aerosol\n- Precautionary statements\n- Prevention Response Storage Disposal\n- P210 Keep away from heat/sparks/open flames/hot surfaces. -No smoking. Manufacturer/supplier or the competent authority to specify applicable ignition sources(s).P211 Do not spray on an open flame or other ignition source.P251 Pressurized container: Do not pierce or burn, even after use. P410 + P412 Protect from sunlight. Do not expose to temperatures exceeding 50ºC/122ºF.\n- OXIDISING GASES\n- SymbolFlame over circle\n- Hazard category Signal word Hazard statement Image of a flame over a circle\n- 1 Danger H270 May cause or intensify fire; oxidiser\n- Precautionary statements\n- Prevention Response Storage Disposal\n- P220 Keep/Store away from clothing/…/combustible materials. …Manufacturer/supplier or the competent authority to specify other incompatible materials.P244 Keep reduction valves free from grease and oil. P370 + P376 In case of fire: Stop leak if safe to do so. P403 Store in well-ventilated place.\n\n\n \n\n- GASES UNDER PRESSURE\n- SymbolGas cylinder\n- Hazard category Signal word Hazard statement Image of a gas cylinder\n- Compressed gas Warning H280 Contains gas under pressure; may explode if heated\n- Liquefied gas Warning H280 Contains gas under pressure; may explode if heated\n- Dissolved gas Warning H280 Contains gas under pressure; may explode if heated\n- Precautionary statements\n- Prevention Response Storage Disposal\n- P410 + P403 Protect from sunlight. Store in a well-ventilated place.\n- GASES UNDER PRESSURE\n- SymbolGas cylinder\n- Hazard category Signal word Hazard statement Image of a gas cylinder\n- Refrigerated liquefied gas Warning H281 Contains refrigerated gas; may cause cryogenic burns or injury\n- Precautionary statements\n- Prevention Response Storage Disposal\n- P282 Wear cold insulating gloves/face shield/eye protection. P336 Thaw frosted parts with lukewarm water. Do not rub affected area.P315 Get immediate medical advice/attention P403 Store in well-ventilated place.\n\n\n\n\n\n- FLAMMABLE LIQUIDS\n- SymbolFlame\n- Hazard category Signal word Hazard statement Image of a flame\n- 1 Danger H224 Extremely flammable liquid and vapour\n- 2 Danger H225 Highly flammable liquid and vapour\n- 3 Warning H226 Flammable liquid and vapour\n- Precautionary statements\n- Prevention Response Storage Disposal\n- P210 Keep away from heat/sparks/open flames/hot surfaces. No smoking Manufacturer/supplier or the competent authority to specify applicable ignition source(s).P233 Keep container tightly closed.P240 Ground/Bond container and receiving equipment- if electrostatically sensitive material is for reloading.- if product is volatile so as to generate hazardous atmosphere.P241 Use explosion-proof electrical/ventilating/ lighting/.../equipment. ... Manufacturer/supplier or competent authority to specify other equipment.P242 Use only non-sparking tools.P243 Take precautionary measures against static discharge.P280 Wear protective gloves/eye protection/face protection Manufacturer/supplier or competent authority to specify type of equipment. P303 + P361 + P353 IF ON SKIN (or hair): Remove/Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water/shower.P370 + P378 In case of fire: Use ... for extinction. ...Manufacturer/supplier or the competent authority to specify appropriate media. - if water increases risk. P403 + P235 Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep cool. P501 Dispose of contents/container to... … in accordance with local/regional/national/international Regulations (to be specified).\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n \n\n- FLAMMABLE LIQUIDS\n- SymbolNo symbol\n- Hazard category Signal word Hazard statement\n- 4 Warning H227 Combustible liquid\n- Precautionary statements\n- Prevention Response Storage Disposal\n- P210 Keep away from flames and hot surfaces. – No smoking.P280 Wear protective gloves/eye protection/face protection Manufacturer/supplier or the competent authority to specify type of equipment. P370 + P378 In case of fire: Use ... for extinction. ... Manufacturer/supplier or the competent authority to specify appropriate media. - if water increases risk. P403 + P235 Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep cool. P501 Dispose of contents/container to... in accordance with local/regional/ national/international Regulations (to be specified).\n\n\n \n\n- FLAMMABLE SOLIDS\n- SymbolFlame\n- Hazard category Signal word Hazard statement Image of a flame\n- 1 Danger H228 Flammable solid\n- 2 Warning H228 Flammable solid\n- Precautionary statements\n- Prevention Response Storage Disposal\n- P210 Keep away from heat/sparks/open flames/hot surfaces. - No smoking. Manufacturer/supplier or the competent authority to specify applicable ignition source(s).P240 Ground/Bond container and receiving equipment.- if electrostatically sensitive material is for reloading.P241 Use explosion-proof electrical/ventilating/ lighting/... /equipment. ... Manufacturer/supplier or the competent authority to specify other equipment. - if dust clouds can occur.P280 Wear protective gloves/eye protection/face protection Manufacturer/supplier or the competent authority to specify type of equipment. P370 + P378 In case of fire: Use ... for extinction ...Manufacturer/supplier or the competent authority to specify appropriate media. - if water increases risk.\n\n\n \n\n- SELF-REACTIVE SUBSTANCES AND MIXTURES\n- SymbolExploding bomb\n- Hazard category Signal word Hazard statement Image of an exploding bomb\n- Type A Danger H240 Heating may cause an explosion\n- Precautionary statements\n- Prevention Response Storage Disposal\n- P210 Keep away from heat/sparks/open flames/hot surfaces. - No smoking. Manufacturer/supplier or the competent authority to specify applicable ignition source(s).P220 Keep/Store away from clothing/…/combustible materials. ... Manufacturer/supplier or the competent authority to specify other incompatible materials.P234 Keep only in original container.P280 Wear protective gloves/eye protection/face protection. Manufacturer/supplier or the competent authority to specify type of equipment. P370 + P378 In case of fire: Use ... for extinction ... Manufacturer/supplier or the competent authority to specify appropriate media. - if water increases risk.P370 + P380 + P375 In case of fire: Evacuate area. Fight fire remotely due to the risk of explosion. P403 + P235 Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep cool.P411 Store at temperatures not exceeding …°C/…°F. ... Manufacturer/supplier or the competent authority to specify temperature.P420 Store away from other materials. P501 Dispose of contents/container to... … in accordance with local/regional/national/international Regulations (to be specified).\n\n\n \n\n- SELF-REACTIVE SUBSTANCES AND MIXTURES\n- SymbolExploding bomb and flame\n- Hazard category Signal word Hazard statement Image of an exploding bomb Image of a flame\n- Type B Danger H241 Heating may cause a fire or explosion\n- Precautionary statements\n- Prevention Response Storage Disposal\n- P210 Keep away from heat/sparks/open flames/hot surfaces. - No smoking. Manufacturer/supplier or the competent authority to specify applicable ignition source(s).P220 Keep/Store away from clothing/.../combustible materials. ... Manufacturer/supplier or the competent authority to specify other incompatible materials.P234 Keep only in original container.P280 Wear protective gloves/eye protection/face protection. Manufacturer/supplier or the competent authority to specify type of equipment. P370 + P378 In case of fire: Use ... for extinction. ... Manufacturer/supplier or the competent authority to specify appropriate media. - if water increases risk.P370 + P380 + P375 In case of fire: Evacuate area. Fight fire remotely due to the risk of explosion. P403 + P235 Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep cool.P411 Store at temperatures not exceeding …°C/…°F. ... Manufacturer/supplier or the competent authority to specify temperature.P420 Store away from other materials. P501 Dispose of contents/container to... …in accordance with local/regional/national/international Regulations (to be specified).\n\n\n \n\n- SELF-REACTIVE SUBSTANCES AND MIXTURES\n- SymbolFlame\n- Hazard category Signal word Hazard statement Image of a flame\n- Type C Danger H242 Heating may cause a fire\n- Type D Danger H242 Heating may cause a fire\n- Type E Warning H242 Heating may cause a fire\n- Type F Warning H242 Heating may cause a fire\n- Precautionary statements\n- Prevention Response Storage Disposal\n- P210 Keep away from heat/sparks/open flames/hot surfaces. - No smoking.Manufacturer/supplier or the competent authority to specify applicable ignition source(s).P220 Keep/Store away from clothing/…/combustible materials. …Manufacturer/supplier or the competent authority to specify other incompatible materials.P234 Keep only in original container.P280 Wear protective gloves/eye protection/face protection. Manufacturer/supplier or the competent authority to specify type of equipment. P370 + P378 In case of fire: Use ... for extinction ... Manufacturer/supplier or the competent authority to specify appropriate media. - if water increases risk. P403 + P235 Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep cool.P411 Store at temperatures not exceeding …°C/…°F. ...Manufacturer/supplier or the competent authority to specify temperature.P420 Store away from other materials. P501 Dispose of contents/container to... …in accordance with local/regional/national/international Regulations (to be specified).\n\n\nNote: Hazard category Type G: There are no label elements allocated to this hazard category\n\n \n\n- PYROPHORIC LIQUIDS\n- SymbolFlame\n- Hazard category Signal word Hazard statement Image of a flame\n- 1 Danger H250 Catches fire spontaneously if exposed to air\n- Precautionary statements\n- Prevention Response Storage Disposal\n- P210 Keep away from heat/sparks/open flames/hot surfaces. - No smoking. Manufacturer/supplier or the competent authority to specify applicable ignition sources(s).P222 Do not allow contact with air.P280 Wear protective gloves/eye protection/face protection. Manufacturer/supplier or the competent authority to specify type of equipment. P302 + P334 IF ON SKIN: Immerse in cool water/wrap with wet bandagesP370 + P378 In case of fire: Use ... for extinction ... Manufacturer/supplier or the competent authority to specify appropriate media. - if water increases risk. P422 Store contents under... ... Manufacturer/supplier or the competent authority to specify appropriate liquid or inert gas.\n\n\n\n\n\n- PYROPHORIC SOLIDS\n- SymbolFlame\n- Hazard category Signal word Hazard statement Image of a flame\n- 1 Danger H250 Catches fire spontaneously if exposed to air\n- Precautionary statements\n- Prevention Response Storage Disposal\n- P210 Keep away from heat/sparks/open flames/hot surfaces. - No smoking. Manufacturer/supplier or the competent authority to specify applicable ignition source(s).P222 Do not allow contact with air.P280 Wear protective gloves/eye protection/face protection. Manufacturer/supplier or the competent authority to specify type of equipment. P335 + P334 Brush off loose particles from skin. Immerse in cool water/wrap in wet bandages.P370 + P378 In case of fire: Use ... for extinction ... Manufacturer/supplier or the competent authority to specify appropriate media. - if water increases risk. P422 Store contents under... …Manufacturer/supplier or the competent authority to specify appropriate liquid or inert gas.\n\n\n\n\n\n- SELF-HEATING SUBSTANCES AND MIXTURES\n- SymbolFlame\n- Hazard category Signal word Hazard statement Image of a flame\n- 1 Danger H251 Self-heating; may catch fire\n- 2 Warning H252 Self-heating in large quantities; may catch fire\n- Precautionary statements\n- Prevention Response Storage Disposal\n- P235 + P410 Keep cool. Protect from sunlight.P280 Wear protective gloves/eye protection/face protection. Manufacturer/supplier or the competent authority to specify type of equipment. P407 Maintain air gap between stacks/pallets.P413 Store bulk masses greater than … kg/…lbs at temperatures not exceeding …°C/…°F. ... Manufacturer/supplier or the competent authority to specify mass and temperature.P420 Store away from other materials.\n\n\n \n\n- SUBSTANCES AND MIXTURES WHICH, IN CONTACT WITH WATER, EMIT FLAMMABLE GASES\n- SymbolFlame\n- Hazard category Signal word Hazard statement Image of a flame\n- 1 Danger H260 In contact with water releases flammable gases, which may ignite spontaneously\n- 2 Danger H261 In contact with water releases flammable gases\n- Precautionary statements\n- Prevention Response Storage Disposal\n- P223 Keep away from any possible contact with water, because of violent reaction and possible flash fire.P231 + P232 Handle under inert gas. Protect from moisture.P280 Wear protective gloves/eye protection/face protection. Manufacturer/supplier or the competent authority to specify type of equipment. P335 + P334 Brush off loose particles from skin and immerse in cool water/wrap in wet bandages. P370 + P378 In case of fire: Use ... for extinction ... Manufacturer/supplier or the competent authority to specify appropriate media. - if water increases risk. P402 + P404 Store in a dry place. Store in a closed container. P501 Dispose of contents/container to... …in accordance with local/regional/national/ international Regulations (to be specified).\n\n\n\n\n\n- SUBSTANCES AND MIXTURES WHICH, IN CONTACT WITH WATER, EMIT FLAMMABLE GASES\n- SymbolFlame\n- Hazard category Signal word Hazard statement Image of a flame\n- 3 Warning H261 In contact with water releases flammable gases\n- Precautionary statements\n- Prevention Response Storage Disposal\n- P231 + P232 Handle under inert gas. Protect from moisture.P280 Wear protective gloves/eye protection/face protection. Manufacturer/supplier or the competent authority to specify type of equipment. P370 + P378 In case of fire: Use ... for extinction. ...Manufacturer/supplier or the competent authority to specify appropriate media. - if water increases risk. P402 + P404 Store in a dry place. Store in a closed container. P501 Dispose of contents/container to... ... in accordance with local/regional/national/international Regulations (to be specified).\n\n\n\n\n\n- OXIDISING LIQUIDS\n- SymbolFlame over circle\n- Hazard category Signal word Hazard statement Image of a flame over a circle\n- 1 Danger H271 May cause fire or explosion; strong oxidiser\n- Precautionary statements\n- Prevention Response Storage Disposal\n- P210 Keep away from heat.P220 Keep/Store away from clothing and other combustible materials.P221 Take any precaution to avoid mixing with combustibles/... ... Manufacturer/supplier or the competent authority to specify other incompatible materials.P280 Wear protective gloves /eye protection/face protection. Manufacturer/supplier or the competent authority to specify type of equipment.P283 Wear fire/flame resistant/retardant clothing. P306 + P360 IF ON CLOTHING: Rinse immediately contaminated clothing and skin with plenty of water before removing clothes. P371 + P380 + P375 In case of major fire and large quantities: Evacuate area. Fight fire remotely due to the risk of explosion. P370 + P378 In case of fire: Use ... for extinction. ... Manufacturer/supplier or the competent authority to specify appropriate media. - if water increases risk. P501 Dispose of contents/container to... …in accordance with local/regional/ national/international Regulations (to be specified).\n\n\n \n\n- OXIDISING LIQUIDS\n- SymbolFlame over circle\n- Hazard category Signal word Hazard statement Image of a flame over a circle\n- 2 Danger H272 May intensify fire; oxidiser\n- 3 Warning H272 May intensify fire; oxidiser\n- Precautionary statements\n- Prevention Response Storage Disposal\n- P210 Keep away from heat.P220 Keep/Store away from clothing/…/combustible materials. …Manufacturer/supplier or the competent authority to specify other incompatible materials.P221 Take any precaution to avoid mixing with combustibles/... ... Manufacturer/supplier or the competent authority to specify other incompatible materials.P280 Wear protective gloves/eye protection/face protection. Manufacturer/supplier or the competent authority to specify type of equipment. P370 + P378 In case of fire: Use ... for extinction. ... Manufacturer/supplier or the competent authority to specify appropriate media. - if water increases risk. P501 Dispose of contents/container to... …in accordance with local/regional/ national/international Regulations (to be specified).\n\n\n \n\n- OXIDISING SOLIDS\n- SymbolFlame over circle\n- Hazard category Signal word Hazard statement Image of a flame over a circle\n- 1 Danger H271 May cause fire or explosion; strong oxidiser\n- Precautionary statements\n- Prevention Response Storage Disposal\n- P210 Keep away from heat.P220 Keep away from clothing and other combustible materials.P221 Take any precaution to avoid mixing with combustibles/... …Manufacturer/supplier or the competent authority to specify other incompatible materials.P280 Wear protective gloves/eye protection/face protection. Manufacturer/supplier or the competent authority to specify type of equipment.P283 Wear fire/flame resistant/retardant clothing. P306 + P360 IF ON CLOTHING: Rinse immediately contaminated clothing and skin with plenty of water before removing clothes.P371 + P380 + P375 In case of major fire and large quantities: Evacuate area. Fight fire remotely due to the risk of explosion.P370 + P378 In case of fire: Use ... for extinction. ... Manufacturer/supplier or the competent authority to specify appropriate media. - if water increases risk. P501 Dispose of contents/container to... …in accordance with local/regional/ national/international Regulations (to be specified).\n\n\n \n\n- OXIDISING SOLIDS\n- SymbolFlame over circle\n- Hazard category Signal word Hazard statement Image of a flame over a circle\n- 2 Danger H272 May intensify fire; oxidiser\n- 3 Warning H272 May intensify fire; oxidiser\n- Precautionary statements\n- Prevention Response Storage Disposal\n- P210 Keep away from heat.P220 Keep/Store away from clothing/…/ combustible materials. … Manufacturer/supplier or the competent authority to specify incompatible materials.P221 Take any precaution to avoid mixing with combustibles/... …Manufacturer/supplier or the competent authority to specify other incompatible materials.P280 Wear protective gloves/eye protection/face protection. Manufacturer/supplier or the competent authority to specify type of equipment. P370 + P378 In case of fire: Use ... for extinction. ... Manufacturer/supplier or the competent authority to specify appropriate media. - if water increases risk. P501 Dispose of contents/container to... ... in accordance with local/regional/national/international Regulations (to be specified).\n\n\n \n\n- ORGANIC PEROXIDES\n- SymbolExploding bomb\n- Hazard category Signal word Hazard statement Image of an exploding bomb\n- Type A Danger H240 Heating may cause an explosion\n- Precautionary statements\n- Prevention Response Storage Disposal\n- P210 Keep away from heat/sparks/open flames/hot surfaces.- No smoking. Manufacturer/supplier or the competent authority to specify applicable ignition source(s).P220 Keep/Store away from clothing/…/combustible materials. ... Manufacturer/supplier or the competent authority to specify incompatible materials.P234 Keep only in original container.P280 Wear protective gloves/eye protection/face protection. Manufacturer/supplier or the competent authority to specify type of equipment. P411 + P235 Store at temperatures not exceeding …°C/…°F. Keep cool. ... Manufacturer/supplier or the competent authority to specify temperature.P410 Protect from sunlight.P420 Store away from other materials. P501 Dispose of contents/container to... ... in accordance with local/regional/national/international Regulations (to be specified).\n\n\n \n\n- ORGANIC PEROXIDES\n- SymbolExploding bomb and flame\n- Hazard category Signal word Hazard statement Image of an exploding bomb. Image of a flame\n- Type B Danger H241 Heating may cause a fire or explosion\n- Precautionary statements\n- Prevention Response Storage Disposal\n- P210 Keep away from heat/sparks/open flames/hot surfaces. - No smoking. Manufacturer/supplier or the competent authority to specify applicable ignition source(s).P220 Keep /Store away from clothing/.../combustible materials. ... Manufacturer/supplier or the competent authority to specify incompatible materials.P234 Keep only in original container.P280 Wear protective gloves/eye protection/face protection. Manufacturer/supplier or the competent authority to specify type of equipment. P411 + P235 Store at temperatures not exceeding …°C/…°F. Keep cool. Manufacturer/supplier or the competent authority to specify temperature.P410 Protect from sunlight.P420 Store away from other materials. P501 Dispose of contents/container to... ... in accordance with local/regional/national/international Regulations (to be specified).\n\n\n \n\n- ORGANIC PEROXIDES\n- SymbolFlame\n- Hazard category Signal word Hazard statement Image of a flame\n- Type C Danger H242 Heating may cause a fire\n- Type D Danger H242 Heating may cause a fire\n- Type E Warning H242 Heating may cause a fire\n- Type F Warning H242 Heating may cause a fire\n- Precautionary statements\n- Prevention Response Storage Disposal\n- P210 Keep away from heat/sparks/open flames/hot surfaces. - No smoking. Manufacturer/supplier or the competent authority to specify applicable ignition source(s).P220 Keep/Store away from clothing/.../ combustible materials ... Manufacturer/supplier or the competent authority to specify incompatible materials.P234 Keep only in original container.P280 Wear protective gloves/eye protection/face protection. Manufacturer/supplier or the competent authority to specify type of equipment. P411 + P235 Store at temperatures not exceeding …°C/…°F. Keep cool. ... Manufacturer/supplier or the competent authority to specify temperature.P410 Protect from sunlight.P420 Store away from other materials. P501 Dispose of contents/container to... ... in accordance with local/regional/national/international Regulations (to be specified).\n\n\nNote: Hazard category Type G: There are no label elements allocated to this hazard category\n\n \n\n- CORROSIVE TO METALS\n- SymbolCorrosion\n- Hazard category Signal word Hazard statement Image of corrosion\n- 1 Warning H290 May be corrosive to metals\n- Precautionary statements\n- Prevention Response Storage Disposal\n- P234 Keep only in original container. P390 Absorb spillage to prevent material damage. P406 Store in corrosive resistant/... container with a resistant inner liner. ... Manufacturer/supplier or the competent authority to specify other compatible materials.\n\n\n \n\n- ACUTE TOXICITY - ORAL\n- SymbolSkull and crossbones\n- Hazard category Signal word Hazard statement Image of a skull and crossbones\n- 1 Danger H300 Fatal if swallowed\n- 2 Danger H300 Fatal if swallowed\n- Precautionary statements\n- Prevention Response Storage Disposal\n- P264 Wash …thoroughly after handling. … Manufacturer/supplier or the competent authority to specify parts of the body to be washed after handling.P270 Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product. P301 + P310 IF SWALLOWED: Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician.P321 Specific treatment (see ... on this label) ... Reference to supplemental first aid instruction. - if immediate administration of antidote is required.P330 Rinse mouth. P405 Store locked up. P501 Dispose of contents/container to... ... in accordance with local/regional/national/international Regulations (to be specified).\n\n\n \n\n- ACUTE TOXICITY – ORAL\n- SymbolSkull and crossbones\n- Hazard category Signal word Hazard statement Image of a skull and crossbones\n- 3 Danger H301 Toxic if swallowed\n- Precautionary statements\n- Prevention Response Storage Disposal\n- P264 Wash … thoroughly after handling. … Manufacturer/supplier or the competent authority to specify parts of the body to be washed after handling.P270 Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product. P301 + P310 IF SWALLOWED: Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician.P321 Specific treatment (see ... on this label) ... Reference to supplemental first aid instruction. - if immediate administration of antidote is required.P330 Rinse mouth. P405 Store locked up. P501 Dispose of contents/container to... ... in accordance with local/regional/national/international Regulations (to be specified).\n\n\n \n\n- ACUTE TOXICITY – ORAL\n- SymbolExclamation mark\n- Hazard category Signal word Hazard statement Image of an exclamation mark\n- 4 Warning H302 Harmful if swallowed\n- Precautionary statements\n- Prevention Response Storage Disposal\n- P264 Wash … thoroughly after handling. …Manufacturer/supplier or the competent authority to specify parts of the body to be washed after handling.P270 Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product. P301 + P312 IF SWALLOWED: Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician if you feel unwell.P330 Rinse mouth. P501 Dispose of contents/container to... ... in accordance with local/regional/national/international Regulations (to be specified).\n\n\n \n\n \n\n- ACUTE TOXICITY - DERMAL\n- SymbolSkull and crossbones\n- Hazard category Signal word Hazard statement Image of a skull and crossbones\n- 1 Danger H310 Fatal in contact with skin\n- 2 Danger H310 Fatal in contact with skin\n- Precautionary statements\n- Prevention Response Storage Disposal\n- P262 Do not get in eyes, on skin, or on clothing.P264 Wash … thoroughly after handling. …Manufacturer/supplier or the competent authority to specify parts of the body to be washed after handling.P270 Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product.P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing. Manufacturer/supplier or the competent authority to specify type of equipment. P302 + P350 IF ON SKIN: Gently wash with plenty of soap and water.P310 Immediately call a POISON CENTRE or doctor/physician.P322 Specific measures (see ... on this label) ... Reference to supplemental first aid instruction. - if immediate measures such as specific cleansing agent is advised.P361 Remove/Take off immediately all contaminated clothing.P363 Wash contaminated clothing before reuse. P405 Store locked up. P501 Dispose of contents/container to... ... in accordance with local/regional/national/international Regulations (to be specified).\n\n\n \n\n- ACUTE TOXICITY - DERMAL\n- SymbolSkull and crossbones\n- Hazard category Signal word Hazard statement Image of a skull and crossbones\n- 3 Danger H311 Toxic in contact with skin\n- Precautionary statements\n- Prevention Response Storage Disposal\n- P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing. Manufacturer/supplier or the competent authority to specify type of equipment. P302 + P352 IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of soap and water.P312 Call a POISON CENTRE or doctor/physician if you feel unwell.P322 Specific measures (see ... on this label) ... Reference to supplemental first aid instruction. - if measures such as specific cleansing agent is advised. P361 Remove/Take off immediately all contaminated clothing.P363 Wash contaminated clothing before reuse. P405 Store locked up. P501 Dispose of contents/container to... ... in accordance with local/regional/national/international Regulations (to be specified).\n\n\n \n\n- ACUTE TOXICITY – DERMAL\n- SymbolExclamation mark\n- Hazard category Signal word Hazard statement Image of an exclamation mark\n- 4 Warning H312 Harmful in contact with skin\n- Precautionary statements\n- Prevention Response Storage Disposal\n- P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing Manufacturer/supplier or the competent authority to specify type of equipment. P302 + P352 IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of soap and water.P312 Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician if you feel unwell. P322 Specific measures (see ... on this label) ... Reference to supplemental first aid instruction. - if measures such as specific cleansing agent is advised.P363 Wash contaminated clothing before reuse. P501 Dispose of contents/container to... ... in accordance with local/regional/national/international Regulations (to be specified).\n- ACUTE TOXICITY - INHALATION\n- SymbolSkull and crossbones\n- Hazard category Signal word Hazard statement Image of a skull and crossbones\n- 1 Danger H330 Fatal if inhaled\n- 2 Danger H330 Fatal if inhaled\n- Precautionary statements\n- Prevention Response Storage Disposal\n- P260 Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/ vapours/spray. Manufacturer/supplier or the competent authority to specify applicable conditions.P271 Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area.P284 Wear respiratory protection. Manufacturer/supplier or the competent authority to specify equipment. P304 + P340 IF INHALED: Remove victim to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing.P310 Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician. P320 Specific treatment is urgent (see ... on this label) ... Reference to supplemental first aid instruction. - if immediate administration of antidote is required. P403 + P233 Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed. - if product is volatile as to generate hazardous atmosphere.P405 Store locked up. P501 Dispose of contents/container to... ... in accordance with local/regional/national/international Regulations (to be specified).\n\n\n\n\n\n- ACUTE TOXICITY - INHALATION\n- SymbolSkull and crossbones\n- Hazard category Signal word Hazard statement Image of a skull and crossbones\n- 3 Danger H331 Toxic if inhaled\n- Precautionary statements\n- Prevention Response Storage Disposal\n- P261 Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/ vapours/spray. Manufacturer/supplier or the competent authority to specify applicable conditions.P271 Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area. P304 + P340 IF INHALED: Remove victim to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing. P311 Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician.P321 Specific treatment (see ... on this label) ... Reference to supplemental first aid instruction. - if immediate specific measures are required. P403 + P233 Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed. - if product is volatile so as to generate hazardous atmosphere.P405 Store locked up. P501 Dispose of contents/container to… … in accordance with local/regional/national/international Regulations (to be specified).\n\n\n \n\n- ACUTE TOXICITY - INHALATION\n- SymbolExclamation mark\n- Hazard category Signal word Hazard statement Image of an exclamation mark\n- 4 Warning H332 Harmful if inhaled\n- Precautionary statements\n- Prevention Response Storage Disposal\n- P261 Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/ vapours/spray. Manufacturer/supplier or the competent authority to specify applicable conditions.P271 Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area. P304 + P340 IF INHALED: Remove victim to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing.P312 Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician if you feel unwell.\n\n\n \n\n- SKIN CORROSION/IRRITATION\n- SymbolCorrosion\n- Hazard category Signal word Hazard statement Image of corrosion\n- 1A to 1C Danger H314 Causes severe skin burns and eye damage\n- Precautionary statements\n- Prevention Response Storage Disposal\n- P260 Do not breathe dusts or mists. - if inhalable particles of dusts or mists may occur during use.P264 Wash …thoroughly after handling. …Manufacturer/supplier or the competent authority to specify parts of the body to be washed after handling.P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection. Manufacturer/supplier or the competent authority to specify type of equipment. P301 + P330 + P331 IF SWALLOWED: Rinse mouth. Do NOT induce vomiting.P303 + P361 + P353 IF ON SKIN (or hair): Remove/Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water/shower. P363 Wash contaminated clothing before reuse.P304 + P340 IF INHALED: Remove victim to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing.P310 Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician.P321 Specific treatment (see ... on this label) ... Reference to supplemental first aid instruction. - Manufacturer/supplier or the competent authority may specify a cleansing agent if appropriate.P305 + P351 + P338 IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. P405 Store locked up. P501 Dispose of contents/container to... ... in accordance with local/regional/national/international Regulations (to be specified).\n\n\n \n\n- SKIN CORROSION/IRRITATION\n- SymbolExclamation mark\n- Hazard category Signal word Hazard statement Image of an exclamation mark\n- 2 Warning H315 Causes skin irritation\n- Precautionary statements\n- Prevention Response Storage Disposal\n- P264 Wash … thoroughly after handling. … Manufacturer/supplier or the competent authority to specify parts of the body to be washed after handling.P280 Wear protective gloves. Manufacturer/supplier or the competent authority to specify type of equipment. P302 + P352 IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of soap and water.P321 Specific treatment (see ... on this label) ... Reference to supplemental first aid instruction. - Manufacturer/supplier or the competent authority may specify a cleansing agent if appropriate.P332 + P313 If skin irritation occurs: Get medical advice/attention.P362 Take off contaminated clothing and wash before reuse.\n\n\n\n\n\n- Serious EYE DAMAGE/IRRITATION\n- SymbolCorrosion\n- Hazard category Signal word Hazard statement Image of corrosion\n- 1 Danger H318 Causes serious eye damage\n- Precautionary statements\n- Prevention Response Storage Disposal\n- P280 Wear eye protection/face protection. Manufacturer/supplier or the competent authority to specify type of equipment. P305 + P351 + P338 IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing.P310 Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician.\n\n\n \n\n- Serious EYE DAMAGE/IRRITATION\n- SymbolExclamation mark\n- Hazard category Signal word Hazard statement Image of an exclamation mark\n- 2A Warning H319 Causes serious eye irritation\n- Precautionary statements\n- Prevention Response Storage Disposal\n- P264 Wash … thoroughly after handling. …Manufacturer/supplier or the competent authority to specify parts of the body to be washed after handling.P280 Wear eye protection/face protection. Manufacturer/supplier or the competent authority to specify type of equipment. P305 + P351 + P338 IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing.P337 + P313 If eye irritation persists: Get medical advice/attention.\n\n\n \n\n- SENSITISATION – RESPIRATORY\n- SymbolHealth hazard\n- Hazard category Signal word Hazard statement Image of health hazard\n- 1, 1A, 1B Danger H334 May cause allergy or asthma symptoms or breathing difficulties if inhaled\n- Precautionary statements\n- Prevention Response Storage Disposal\n- P261 Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/ vapours/spray. Manufacturer/supplier or the competent authority to specify applicable conditions.P285 In case of inadequate ventilation wear respiratory protection. Manufacturer/supplier or the competent authority to specify equipment P304 + P341 IF INHALED: If breathing is difficult, remove victim to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing.P342 + P311 If experiencing respiratory symptoms: Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician. P501 Dispose of contents/container to... ... in accordance with local/regional/national/international Regulations (to be specified).\n\n\n\n\n\n- SENSITISATION – SKIN\n- SymbolExclamation mark\n- Hazard category Signal word Hazard statement Image of an exclamation mark\n- 1, 1A, 1B Warning H317 May cause an allergic skin reaction\n- Precautionary statements\n- Prevention Response Storage Disposal\n- P261 Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/ vapours/spray. Manufacturer/supplier or the competent authority to specify applicable conditions.P272 Contaminated work clothing should not be allowed out of the workplace.P280 Wear protective gloves. Manufacturer/supplier or the competent authority to specify type of equipment. P302 + P352 IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of soap and water.P333 + P313 If skin irritation or rash occurs: Get medical advice/attention.P321 Specific treatment (see ... on this label) ... Reference to supplemental first aid instruction. - Manufacturer/supplier or the competent authority may specify a cleansing agent if appropriate.P363 Wash contaminated clothing before reuse. P501 Dispose of contents/container to... ... in accordance with local/regional/national/international Regulations (to be specified).\n\n\n \n\n- GERM CELL MUTAGENICITY\n- SymbolHealth hazard\n- Hazard category Signal word Hazard statement Image of health hazard\n- 1A, 1B Danger H340 May cause genetic defects <...>\n- 2 Warning H341 Suspected of causing genetic defects <...>\n- <...> (state route of exposure if it is conclusively proven that no other routes of exposure cause the hazard)\n- Precautionary statements\n- Prevention Response Storage Disposal\n- P201 Obtain special instructions before use.P202 Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood.P281 Use personal protective equipment as required. P308 + P313 IF exposed or concerned: Get medical advice/attention. P405 Store locked up. P501 Dispose of contents/container to... ... in accordance with local/regional/national/international Regulations (to be specified).\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n- CARCINOGENICITY\n- SymbolHealth hazard\n- Hazard category Signal word Hazard statement Image of health hazard\n- 1A, 1B Danger H350 May cause cancer <...>\n- 2 Warning H351 Suspected of causing cancer <...>\n- <...> (state route of exposure if it is conclusively proven that no other routes of exposure cause the hazard).\n- Precautionary statements\n- Prevention Response Storage Disposal\n- P201 Obtain special instructions before use.P202 Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood.P281 Use personal protective equipment as required. P308 + P313 IF exposed or concerned: Get medical advice/attention. P405 Store locked up. P501 Dispose of contents/container to... ... in accordance with local/regional/national/international Regulations (to be specified).\n\n\n\n\n\n- TOXIC TO REPRODUCTION\n- SymbolHealth hazard\n- Hazard category Signal word Hazard statement Image of health hazard\n- 1A, 1B Danger H360 May damage fertility or the unborn child <...> <<...>>\n- 2 Warning H361 Suspected of damaging fertility or the unborn child <...> <<...>>\n- <...> (state specific effect if known)\n- <<...>> (state route of exposure if it is conclusively proven that no other routes of exposure cause the hazard)\n- Precautionary statements\n- Prevention Response Storage Disposal\n- P201 Obtain special instructions before use.P202 Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood.P281 Use personal protective equipment as required. P308 + P313 IF exposed or concerned: Get medical advice/attention. P405 Store locked up. P501 Dispose of contents/container to... ... in accordance with local/regional/national/international Regulations (to be specified).\n\n\n\n\n\n- TOXIC TO REPRODUCTION(effects on or via lactation)\n- SymbolNo symbol\n- Hazard category Signal word Hazard statement\n- (additional) No signal word H362 May cause harm to breast-fed children\n- Precautionary statements\n- Prevention Response Storage\n- P201 Obtain special instructions before use.P260 Do not breathe dusts or mists. - if inhalable particles of dusts or mists may occur during use. P263 Avoid contact during pregnancy/while nursing.P264 Wash … thoroughly after handling. …Manufacturer/supplier or the competent authority to specify parts of the body to be washed after handling.P270 Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product. P308 + P313 IF exposed or concerned: Get medical advice/attention.\n\n\n \n\n- SPECIFIC TARGET ORGAN TOXICITY (Single Exposure)\n- SymbolHealth hazard\n- Hazard category Signal word Hazard statement Image of health hazard\n- 1 Danger H370 Causes damage to organs <...> <<...>>\n- <...> (or state all organs affected if known)\n- <<...>> (state route of exposure if it is conclusively proven that no other routes of exposure cause the hazard)\n- Precautionary statements\n- Prevention Response Storage Disposal\n- P260 Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/ vapours/spray. Manufacturer/supplier or the competent authority to specify applicable conditions.P264 Wash …thoroughly after handling. …Manufacturer/supplier or the competent authority to specify parts of the body to be washed after handling.P270 Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product. P307 + P311 IF exposed: Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician.P321 Specific treatment (see ... on this label) ... Reference to supplemental first aid instruction. - if immediate measures are required. P405 Store locked up. P501 Dispose of contents/container to... ... in accordance with local/regional/national/international Regulations (to be specified).\n\n\n \n\n- SPECIFIC TARGET ORGAN TOXICITY (Single Exposure)\n- SymbolHealth hazard\n- Hazard category Signal word Hazard statement Image of health hazard\n- 2 Warning H371 May cause damage to organs <...> <<...>>\n- <...> (or state all organs affected, if known)\n- <<...>> (state route of exposure if it is conclusively proven that no other routes of exposure cause the hazard)\n- Precautionary statements\n- Prevention Response Storage Disposal\n- P260 Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/ vapours/spray. Manufacturer/supplier or the competent authority to specify applicable conditions.P264 Wash … thoroughly after handling. …Manufacturer/supplier or the competent authority to specify parts of the body to be washed after handling.P270 Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product. P309 + P311 IF exposed or if you feel unwell: Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician. P405 Store locked up. P501 Dispose of contents/container to... ... in accordance with local/regional/national/international Regulations (to be specified).\n\n\n\n\n\n- SPECIFIC TARGET ORGAN TOXICITY (Single Exposure)\n- SymbolExclamation mark\n- Hazard category Signal word Hazard statement Image of an exclamation mark\n- 3 Warning H335 May cause respiratory irritation; or\n- H336 May cause drowsiness or dizziness\n- Precautionary statements\n- Prevention Response Storage Disposal\n- P261 Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/ vapours/spray. Manufacturer/supplier or the competent authority to specify applicable conditions.P271 Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area. P304 + P340 IF INHALED: Remove victim to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing.P312 Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician if you feel unwell. P403 + P233 Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed. - if product is volatile so as to generate hazardous atmosphere.P405 Store locked up. P501 Dispose of contents/container to... ... in accordance with local/regional/national/international Regulations (to be specified).\n\n\n\n\n\n- SPECIFIC TARGET ORGAN TOXICITY (Repeated Exposure)\n- SymbolHealth hazard\n- Hazard category Signal word Hazard statement Image of health hazard\n- 1 Danger H372 Causes damage to organs <...> through prolonged or repeated exposure <<...>>\n- <...> (state all organs affected, if known)\n- <<...>> (state route of exposure if it is conclusively proven that no other routes of exposure cause the hazard)\n- Precautionary statements\n- Prevention Response Storage Disposal\n- P260 Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/ vapours/spray. Manufacturer/supplier or the competent authority to specify applicable conditions.P264 Wash … thoroughly after handling. …Manufacturer/supplier or the competent authority to specify parts of the body to be washed after handling.P270 Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product. P314 Get medical advice/attention if you feel unwell. P501 Dispose of contents/container to... ... in accordance with local/regional/national/international Regulations (to be specified).\n\n\n\n\n\n- SPECIFIC TARGET ORGAN TOXICITY (Repeated Exposure)\n- SymbolHealth hazard\n- Hazard category Signal word Hazard statement Image of health hazard\n- 2 Warning H373 May cause damage to organs <...> through prolonged or repeated exposure <<...>>\n- <...> (state all organs affected, if known)\n- <<...>> (state route of exposure if it is conclusively proven that no other routes of exposure cause the hazard)\n- Precautionary statements\n- Prevention Response Storage Disposal\n- P260 Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/ vapours/spray. Manufacturer/supplier or the competent authority to specify applicable conditions. P314 Get medical advice/attention if you feel unwell. P501 Dispose of contents/container to... ... in accordance with local/regional/national/international Regulations (to be specified).\n\n\n \n\n- ASPIRATION HAZARD\n- SymbolHealth hazard\n- Hazard category Signal word Hazard statement Image of health hazard\n- 1 Danger H304 May be fatal if swallowed and enters airways\n- Precautionary statements\n- Prevention Response Storage Disposal\n- P301 + P310 IF SWALLOWED: Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician.P331 Do NOT induce vomiting. P405 Store locked up. P501 Dispose of contents/container to... ... in accordance with local/regional/national/international Regulations (to be specified).\n\n\n\nADDITIONAL NON-GHS HAZARD STATEMENTS\n\nRegulation 335, Schedule 9: A label must include any information about the hazards, first aid and emergency procedures relevant to the chemical, not otherwise included in the hazard statement and precautionary statements. \n\nThe following twelve non-GHS hazard statements should be used on labels of hazardous chemicals where applicable.\n\n## Physical hazard statements\n\nAUH001: Explosive when dry\n\nFor explosive substances and mixtures placed on the market wetted with water or alcohols or diluted with other chemicals to suppress their explosives properties.\n\nAUH006: Explosive with or without contact with air\n\nFor substances and mixtures that are unstable at ambient temperatures, for example acetylene.\n\nAUH014: Reacts violently with water\n\nFor substances and mixtures that react violently with water, for example acetyl chloride, alkali metals and titanium tetrachloride.\n\nAUH018: In use, may form flammable/explosive vapour-air mixture\n\nFor substances and mixtures not classified as flammable themselves but which may form flammable/explosive vapour-air mixtures. For substances this might be the case for halogenated hydrocarbons and for mixtures this might be the case due to a volatile flammable component or due to the loss of a volatile non-flammable component.\n\nAUH019: May form explosive peroxides\n\nFor substances and mixtures that may form explosive peroxides during storage, for example diethyl ether, 1,4-dioxan.\n\nAUH044: Risk of explosion if heated under confinement\n\nFor substances and mixtures not classified as explosive but which may nevertheless display explosive properties in practice if heated under sufficient confinement. In particular, substances and mixtures that decompose explosively if heated in a steel drum do not show this effect if heated in less-strong containers.\n\n## Human health hazard statements\n\nAUH029: Contact with water liberates toxic gas\n\nFor substances and mixtures, when in contact with water or damp air, evolve gases classified for acute toxicity in Category 1, 2 or 3 in potentially dangerous amounts, for example aluminium phosphide, phosphorus pentasulphide.\n\nAUH031: Contact with acids liberates toxic gas\n\nFor substances and mixtures that react with acids to evolve gases classified for acute toxicity in Category 3 in dangerous amounts, for example sodium hypochlorite and barium polysulphide.\n\nAUH032: Contact with acids liberates very toxic gas\n\nFor substances and mixtures that react with acids to evolve gases classified for acute toxicity in Category 1 or 2 in dangerous amounts, for example salts of hydrogen cyanide, sodium azide.\n\nAUH066: Repeated exposure may cause skin dryness or cracking\n\nFor substances and mixtures which may cause concern as a result of skin dryness, flaking or cracking but which do not meet the criteria for skin irritancy.\n\nAUH070: Toxic by eye contact\n\nFor substances or mixtures where an eye irritation test has resulted in overt signs of systemic toxicity or mortality among the animals tested, which is likely to be attributed to absorption of the substance or mixture through the mucous membranes of the eye. The statement should also be applied if there is evidence in humans for systemic toxicity after eye contact.\n\nThe statement should also be applied where a substance or a mixture contains another substance labelled for this effect, if the concentration of this substance is equal to, or greater than 0.1 %.\n\nAUH071: Corrosive to the respiratory tract\n\nFor substances and mixtures in addition to classification for inhalation toxicity, if data is available that indicates the mechanism of toxicity was corrosivity.\n\nIn addition to an appropriate acute toxicity symbol, a ‘corrosion’ symbol (similar to the ‘corrosion’ symbol used for skin and eye corrosivity) is added along with the hazard statement AUH071: Corrosive to the respiratory tract.\n\nFor substances and mixtures in addition to classification for skin corrosivity, if no acute inhalation test data is available and which may be inhaled.\n\n \n\n# APPENDIX E – PRECEDENCE RULES OF LABEL ELEMENTS\n\nThis appendix provides information on the rules of precedence of certain label elements, and general guidance for when redundant elements may be omitted from a label.\n\nDuplication or redundancy of label elements may occur where a hazardous chemical meets the criteria for more than one hazard class or category. Duplication of an element may occur where:\n\n- a specific precautionary statement applies to several hazard categories into which a particular chemical is classified\n- an element may become redundant because a more stringent control applies to another hazard category (for example, the type of PPE required).\n\n\nDuplicate or redundant information should not be included on a label.\n\n## Multiple Hazards and Precedence of Hazard Information\n\n### Hazard pictograms\n\nThe following rules apply for the use of hazard pictograms on a label:\n\n- where a transport of dangerous goods class label (pictogram) is required on the container to meet transport regulations, the equivalent hazard pictogram, as specified in the GHS, should not appear\n- if the skull and crossbones hazard pictogram applies, the exclamation mark hazard pictogram should not appear\n- if the corrosive hazard pictogram applies, the exclamation mark hazard pictogram should not appear if it is used to communicate skin or eye irritation\n- if the health hazard pictogram appears for respiratory sensitisation, the exclamation mark hazard pictogram should not appear if it is used to communicate skin sensitisation, or for skin or eye irritation.\n\n\n### Hazard statements\n\nWhere hazard statements are required to be present on a label, then all of the assigned hazard statements must appear on the label except where:\n\n- the statement duplicates or conflicts with another statement or other hazard information that is required on the label\n- omission of the statement would not decrease the level of protection or information in relation to the hazards.\n\n\n### Signal words\n\nWhere the signal word ‘Danger’ applies, the signal word ‘Warning’ should not appear concomitantly.\n\n### Precautionary statements\n\nWhere precautionary statements are required to be present on a label, then normally not more than six to ten precautionary statements are required, unless necessary to reflect the nature and the severity of the hazards. For example, precautionary statements can be omitted if:\n\n- the statement duplicates or conflicts with another statement or other hazard information that is required on the label; and\n- omission of the statement would not decrease the level of protection or information in relation to the hazards.\n\n\nAny conflict that arises between precautionary statements that are present on labels may be resolved by modifying the statements. However, the new statement(s) must give equivalent levels of information or protection.\n\nNote: It is not mandatory to include information relating to environmental hazard categories on the label of a workplace hazardous chemical. However, this information should be included if a fully GHS-compliant label is desired.\n\n### Example of where the omission of a precautionary statement is acceptable\n\nAn example where the omission of a precautionary statement on the label may be acceptable (and recommended) is where the use of personal protective equipment applies to different hazard categories for the same hazardous chemical.\n\nFor example, where the precautionary statements ‘Wear face protection’ and ‘Wear gloves and face protection’ are specified, then only the latter statement should appear on the label as it relates to the more stringent protective measures.\n\n### Example that illustrates how some of the precedence rules for elements should be applied on labels\n\nIn the following example, the chemical meets the criteria for flammable liquid (Category 2) and skin sensitisation (Category 1), as specified in the GHS.\n\nThe label that contains all of the elements required to meet the criteria for a substance or mixture that is classified as a flammable liquid (Category 2) and skin sensitiser (Category 1) is provided below. No precedence rules are applied:\n\n \n\n| | Flammable liquid
(Category 2) | Skin sensitisation
(Category 1) |\n| --- | --- | --- |\n| Signal word | Danger | Warning |\n| Hazard
statement | Highly flammable liquid and vapour | May cause an allergic skin reaction |\n| Hazard Pictogram |  |  |\n| Precautionary
Statements | - Keep away from heat/sparks/open flames/hot surfaces.– No smoking. Manufacturer/supplier or the competent authority to specify applicable ignition source(s).
- Keep container tightly closed.
- Ground/Bond container and receiving equipment
- if electrostatically sensitive material is for reloading
- if product is volatile so as to generate hazardous atmosphere.
- Use explosion-proof electrical/ventilating/ lighting/.../equipment. Manufacturer/supplier or the competent authority to specify other equipment.
- Use only non-sparking tools.
Take precautionary measures against static discharge.
- Wear protective gloves/eye protection/face protection Manufacturer/supplier or the competent authority to specify type of equipment
.- IF ON SKIN (or hair): Remove/take off immediately all contaminated clothing.
- Rinse skin with water/shower.
- In case of fire: Use ... for extinction. Manufacturer/supplier or the competent authority to specify appropriate media - if water increases risk.
- Store in a well-ventilated place.
- Keep cool.
- Dispose of contents/container to …
In accordance with local requirements (to be specified). | - Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/ vapours/spray. Manufacturer/supplier or the competent authority to specify applicable conditions.
- Contaminated work clothing should not be allowed out of the workplace.
- Wear protective gloves. Manufacturer/supplier or the competent authority to specify type of equipment.
- IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of soap and water.
- If skin irritation or rash occurs: Get medical advice/attention.
- Specific treatment (see ... on this label) Reference to supplemental first aid instruction. - Manufacturer/supplier or the competent authority may specify a cleansing agent if appropriate.
- Wash contaminated clothing before reuse.
- Dispose of contents/container to... In accordance with local requirements (to be specified). |\n\n\nAccording to the precedence rules described above, the following elements should be omitted from the label:\n\n The signal word ‘Warning’ because ‘Danger’ applies.\n\n The precautionary statement ‘Wear protective gloves…’ because the statement ‘Wear protective gloves and eye protection/face protection…’ also applies, and therefore provides for more stringent PPE controls.\n\n The statement ‘Dispose of contents/container to…’ as this is duplicated and should only appear on the label once.\n\nThe following precautionary statements refer to similar controls and may be combined to aid comprehensibility and to save label space:\n\n IF ON SKIN (or hair): Remove/take off immediately all contaminated clothing\n\n IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of soap and water\n\nThese statements could be combined to read:\n\n IF ON SKIN (or hair): Remove/take off immediately all contaminated clothing and wash skin (or hair) with plenty of soap and water.\n\nThe label elements that apply to a flammable liquid (Category 2) and skin sensitiser (Category 1) with the precedence rules applied are:\n\n| Signal word | Danger |\n| --- | --- |\n| Hazard
statement | Highly flammable liquid and vapour
May cause an allergic skin reaction |\n| Hazard Pictogram |  
|\n| Precautionary
Statements | - Keep container tightly closed.
- Keep away from heat/sparks/open flame/hot surfaces – No smoking.
Manufacturer/supplier or the competent authority to specify applicable ignition source(s).
- Ground/Bond container and receiving equipment.
- if electrostatically sensitive material is for reloading.
- if product is as volatile as to generate hazardous atmosphere:
- Use explosion-proof electrical/ventilating/lighting/…/equipment.
Manufacturer/supplier or the competent authority to specify other equipment.
- Use only non-sparking tools.
- Take precautionary measures against static discharge.
- Wear protective gloves and eye protection/face protection
Manufacturer/supplier or the competent authority to specify type of equipment.
- Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray.
Manufacturer/supplier or the competent authority to specify applicable conditions.
- Contaminated work clothing should not be allowed out of the workplace.
- In case of fire: Use ... for extinction.
Manufacturer/supplier or the competent authority to specify appropriate media.. - if water increases risk.
- IF ON SKIN (or hair) Remove/take off immediately all contaminated clothing and wash skin (or hair) with plenty of soap and water.
- Rinse skin with water/shower.
- If skin irritation or rash occurs: Get medical advice/attention.
- Wash contaminated clothing before re-use.
- Specific treatment (see … on this label) …Reference to supplemental first aid instruction – Manufacturer/supplier or the competent authority may specify a cleansing agent if appropriate.
- Store in a well-ventilated place.
- Keep cool.
- Dispose of contents/container to …in accordance with local/regional/national/international Regulations (to be specified). |\n\n\n# APPENDIX F – HAZARD PICTOGRAMS\n\nThe nine hazard pictograms that are representative of the physical, health and/or environmental hazards are shown below:\n\n- Pictogram Hazard Pictogram Hazard\n- Image of GHS exploding bomb pictogram - Explosive Image of GHS gas cylinder pictogram - Gases under pressure\n- Exploding bomb Gas cylinder\n- Image of GHS flame pictogram - Flammability Image of GHS corrosion pictogram - Corrosive\n- Flame Corrosion\n- Image of GHS flame over circle pictogram - Oxidising Image of GHS skull and crossbones pictogram - Acute toxicity\n- Flame over circle Skull and crossbones\n- Image of GHS health hazard pictogram - Chronic Health hazards Image of GHS exclamation mark pictogram - Certain healthHazards (e.g. sensitisers)\n- Health hazard Exclamation mark\n- Image of GHS environment pictogram - Environmentalhazard\n- Environment\n\n\nChronic health hazards include carcinogens, reproductive toxins, mutagens, specific target organ toxicants, and aspiration toxicants.\n\n# APPENDIX G – COMPARISON OF HAZARD PICTOGRAMS WITH ADG CODE CLASS LABELS\n\nThe table below compares hazard pictograms from the GHS with the corresponding ADG Code class labels.\n\n- Hazard Pictograms GHS Hazard Dangerous Goods class labels (pictograms) Dangerous goods classes\n- Image of GHS exploding bomb pictogram ExplosivesSelf-reactivesOrganic peroxides Image of explosive Division 1 class labelImage of explosive Division 1.4 class labelImage of explosive Division 1.5 class labelImage of explosive Division 1.6 class label Explosive\n- Image of GHS flame pictogram FlammablesSelf-reactivesPyrophoricsSelf-heatingEmits flammable gas in contact with waterOrganic peroxides Image of flammable liquid class labelImage of flammable solid class labelImage of spontaneously combustible class labelImage of dangerous when wet class label Image of flammable gas class labelImage of organic peroxide class label - Flammability (Liquid, Solid or Gas)\n- Pyrophoric,\n- Emits Flammable Gas\n- Organic Peroxide\n- Image of GHS flame over circle pictogram Oxidisers Image of oxidizing agent class labelImage of oxidizing gas class label - Oxidiser\n- Oxidising gas\n- Image of GHS gas cylinder pictogram Gases under pressure Image of non-flammable non-toxic gas class labelImage of flammable gas class labelImage of oxidizing gas class labelImage of toxic gas class label Non-toxic non-flammable gas, flammable gas, oxidising gas, toxic gas\n- Image of GHS skull and crossbones pictogram Acute toxicity Image of acute toxicity class labelImage of acute toxic gas class label - Acute toxicity\n- Acute Toxic gas\n- Image of GHS exclamation mark pictogram Acute toxicitySkin irritantsEye irritantsSkin sensitisers No equivalent\n- Image of GHS health hazard pictogram CarcinogensRespiratory sensitisersReproductive toxicantsTarget organ toxicantsGerm cell mutagens No equivalent\n- Image of GHS corrosion pictogram Eye corrosionSkin corrosionCorrosive to metal Image of corrosive class label Corrosive to metals\n- Image of GHS environment pictogram Aquatic toxicity.Not covered within the scope of workplace hazardous chemicals requirements Image of GHS environment pictogram Environmentalhazard\n- No equivalent hazard pictogram Image of miscellaneous dangerous goods class label Miscellaneous dangerous goods\n- Not covered within the scope of workplace hazardous chemicals requirements Image of infectious class label Infectious\n- Not covered within the scope of workplace hazardous chemicals requirements Image of radioactive class label Radioactive\n\n\n# APPENDIX H – EXAMPLE LABELS\n\nThis appendix contains example labels that have been produced in accordance with the labelling system described in this Code (in some cases they have been reduced in size for the purpose of presenting in this document). Examples 1-4 are prepared for a hypothetical hazardous mixture, Flammosol. Flammosol contains 95% aliphatic hydrocarbons and 5% toxicole and is classified as a flammable liquid (Category 2), acute toxicity – oral (Category 3) and skin corrosion/irritation (Category 2).\n\nNote: it is assumed that toxicole is an acceptable technical name.\n\nExample 1: Flammosol label containing the full set of workplace labelling information\n\nThe general precautionary statements ‘Read label before use’ and ‘Keep out of reach of children’ have been included. Inclusion of these statements is not mandatory. In accordance with precedence rules described in Appendix E, the exclamation mark hazard pictogram and ‘Warning’ signal word have been omitted and duplicate precautionary statements have not been included.\n\n- Read label before use. Keep out of reach of children\n- FlammosolFLAMMABLE LIQUID, TOXIC N.O.S.(aliphatic hydrocarbons, toxicole)\n- UN 1992Contains:Aliphatic hydrocarbons 95%Toxicole 5% 4 L\n- Image of GHS flame pictogram Image of GHS skull and crossbones pictogram DANGER Highly flammable liquid and vapour Toxic if swallowed Causes skin irritation\n- IF ON SKIN (or hair): Take off contaminated clothing and wash before re-use. In case of fire: Use powder for extinction.\n- Rinse skin using plenty of soap and water. Keep away from sparks and open flames. – No smoking.\n- If skin irritation occurs: Get medical advice/attention. Keep container tightly closed.\n- IF SWALLOWED: Immediately call a POISON CENTRE or doctor/physician. Ground/bond container and receiving equipment.\n- Rinse mouth. Use explosion-proof electrical equipment.\n- Use only non-sparking tools.\n- Take precautionary measures against static discharge.\n- Store locked up in a well-ventilated place. Keep cool. Wear protective gloves and eye and face protection.\n- Wash hands thoroughly after handling.\n- Dispose of contents/container in accordance with Jurisdictional regulations. Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product.\n- Refer to the Safety Data Sheet before use. Madeup Chemical Company, 999 Chemical Street, Chemical Town, My State. Telephone: 1300 000 000 www.madeup-chemical-company.com.au\n\n\nExample 2: Flammosol label containing the full set of workplace labelling information using 2 separate panels\n\nFront panel\n\n- Read label before use. Keep out of reach of children\n- FlammosolFLAMMABLE LIQUID, TOXIC N.O.S. (aliphatic hydrocarbons, toxicole)\n- UN 1992 Contains:Aliphatic hydrocarbons 95%Toxicole 5% 4 L\n- Image of GHS flame pictogramImage of GHS skull and crossbones pictogram DANGER Highly flammable liquid and vapour Toxic if swallowed Causes skin irritation\n- Madeup Chemical Company, 999 Chemical Street, Chemical Town, My State. Telephone: 1300 000 000www.madeup-chemical-company.com.au\n\n\n \n\nBack panel\n\n| IF ON SKIN (or hair): Take off contaminated clothing and wash before re-use.
Rinse skin using plenty of soap and water. |\n| --- |\n| If skin irritation occurs: Get medical advice/attention. |\n| IF SWALLOWED: Immediately call a POISON CENTRE or doctor/physician. |\n| Rinse mouth. |\n| In case of fire: Use powder for extinction. |\n| Keep away from sparks and open flames. – No smoking. |\n| Keep container tightly closed. |\n| Ground/bond container and receiving equipment. |\n| Use explosion-proof electrical equipment. |\n| Use only non-sparking tools. |\n| Take precautionary measures against static discharge. |\n| Wear protective gloves and eye and face protection. |\n| Wash hands thoroughly after handling. |\n| Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product. |\n| Store locked up in a well-ventilated place. Keep cool. |\n| Dispose of contents/container in accordance with Jurisdictional Regulations. |\n| Refer to the Safety Data Sheet before use. |\n\n\nExample 3: Flammosol label that meets both transport and workplace labelling requirements (single container)\n\nThe equivalent dangerous goods (transport) classification for Flammosol is a class 3 (flammable liquid, packing group II) and a class 6.1 (oral toxicity, packing group III). The transport markings should be in the most prominent position on the container and should be clearly distinguishable from the workplace labelling. Hazard pictograms are not included on the workplace label panel as the equivalent class labels appear on the transport panel.\n\nTransport markings label portion (to comply with transport Regulations)\n\n- FlammosolFLAMMABLE LIQUID, TOXIC N.O.S.(aliphatic hydrocarbons, toxicole)\n- UN 1992 Flammable liquid class labelImage of toxic class label\n- Madeup Chemical Company, 999 Chemical Street, Chemical Town, My State.\n\n\nWorkplace information label panel:\n\n- Flammosol Contains:Aliphatic hydrocarbon 95%Toxicole 5%\n- DANGER Highly flammable liquid and vapourToxic if swallowed Causes skin irritation 4 L\n- IF ON SKIN (or hair): Take off contaminated clothing and wash before re-use.Rinse skin using plenty of soap and water.\n- If skin irritation occurs: Get medical advice/attention.\n- IF SWALLOWED: Immediately call a POISON CENTRE or doctor/physician. Rinse mouth\n- In case of fire: Use powder for extinction.\n- Keep away from sparks and open flames. – No smoking.\n- Keep container tightly closed.\n- Ground/bond container and receiving equipment.\n- Use explosion-proof electrical equipment.\n- Use only non-sparking tools.\n- Take precautionary measures against static discharge.\n- Wear protective gloves and eye and face protection.\n- Wash hands thoroughly after handling.\n- Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product.\n- Store locked up in a well-ventilated place. Keep cool.\n- Dispose of contents/container in accordance with Jurisdictional Regulations.\n- Madeup Chemical Company, 999 Chemical Street, Chemical Town, My State. Telephone: 1300 000 000 www.madeup-chemical-company.com.au\n\n\n\nExample 4: Flammosol labels that are appropriate for small containers\n\nThe amount of information included on the label of a small container will vary, and be dependent on the size and shape of the container; and the number of label elements to be included, particularly where the hazardous chemical meets the criteria for multiple hazard classes. As a mandatory minimum, small containers must be labelled with the product identifier, manufacturer or importer information and hazard pictograms or hazard statements. Labels for small containers or packages must include as much labelling information as reasonably practicable\n\n1. This example contains the minimum labelling information permitted and a reference to the safety data sheet.\n\n- Flammosol Image of GHS flame pictogram Image of GHS skull and crossbones pictogram\n- Refer to the Safety Data Sheet before use. Madeup Chemical Company, 999 Chemical Street, Chemical Town, My State.Telephone: 1300 000 000\n\n\n1. This label has sufficient room to include additional labelling information. Following the guidance provided in Appendix E, hazard statements, the identity and proportions of the hazardous ingredients, critical first aid instructions and reference to the safety data sheet have been included.\n\n- FlammosolContains:Hydrocarbon solvent 95%Toxicole 5% Highly flammable liquid and vapour Toxic if swallowed Causes skin irritation Image of GHS flame pictogram Image of GHS skull and crossbones pictogram\n- IF SWALLOWED: Immediately call a POISON CENTRE or doctor/physician.\n- Rinse mouth.\n- Additional information is listed in the Safety Data Sheet\n- Madeup Chemical Company, 999 Chemical Street, Chemical Town, My State. Telephone: 1300 000 000\n\nExample 5: Example labels for hazardous waste\n\n1. Hazardous Waste label that meets both transport and workplace labelling requirements (single container)\n\n\nSelected precautionary statements relating to first aid instructions, accident prevention and personal protective equipment and disposal advice have been included. Hazard pictograms have not been included as the corresponding transport class labels already appear. The generic type of waste solvent is expected to be known e.g.alcohols, esters, ketones, aliphatic hydrocarbons, aromatic hydrocarbons or chlorinated hydrocarbons.\n\n- Flammable Toxic Waste - Batch 1FLAMMABLE LIQUID, TOXIC N.O.S.(hydrocarbons, organotin compound)\n- UN 1992 Flammable liquid class labelImage of toxic class label\n- Contains Mixed aromatic and aliphatic hydrocarbons (90%)Alkyl tin (5%)\n- Flammable liquid and vapourToxic if swallowed\n- IF SWALLOWED: Immediately call a POISON CENTRE or doctor/physician.\n- Keep away from ignitions sources. – No smoking.\n- In case of fire: Use powder for extinction.\n- Wear protective gloves, eye and face protection.\n- Dispose of contents in accordance with Jurisdictional Regulations\n- Madeup Chemical Company, 999 Chemical Street, Chemical Town, My State. Telephone: 1300 000 000www.madeup-chemical-company.com.au\n\n\n1. Hazardous Waste label that meets workplace labelling requirements and transport inner packaging requirements\n\n\nThe main differences between this and the previous example are that hazard pictograms are used and the proper shipping name and UN number are not included.\n\n- Flammable Toxic Waste – Batch 1 Image of GHS flame pictogramImage of GHS skull and crossbones pictogram\n- Contains Mixed aromatic and aliphatic hydrocarbons (90%)Alkyl tin (5%)\n- Flammable liquid and vapourToxic if swallowed\n- IF SWALLOWED: Immediately call a POISON CENTRE or doctor/physician.\n- Keep away from ignitions sources. – No smoking.\n- In case of fire: Use powder for extinction.\n- Wear protective gloves, eye and face protection.\n- Dispose of contents in accordance with Jurisdictional Regulations\n- Madeup Chemical Company, 999 Chemical Street, Chemical Town, My State. Telephone: 1300 000 000www.madeup-chemical-company.com.au\n\n\n \n\n\n1. Labelling of hydrochloric acid waste that meets workplace labelling requirements and transport inner packaging requirements\n\n- Hydrochloric acid waste\n- Image of GHS corrosion pictogram May be corrosive to metalsCauses serious eye damage\n- Wear eye/face protection\n- IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do so. Continue rinsing.\n- Immediately call a POISON CENTRE or doctor/physician.\n- Madeup Chemical Company, 999 Chemical Street, Chemical Town, My State. Telephone: 1300 000 000www.madeup-chemical-company.com.au\n\n\nExample 6: Example labels for research chemicals or samples for analysis\n\n1. In this example, the chemical identity and some of the hazardous properties are known, and are therefore, included on the label.\n\n| A.B. Researcher
Aromatic amide | |\n| --- | --- |\n|  | WARNING
Causes serious eye irritation
Causes skin irritation |\n\n\n1. In this example, the identity of the chemical is known. However, the hazardous properties have not been determined.\n\n\n\n\n\n| A.B. Researcher
Phenolic aldehyde | |\n| --- | --- |\n| 
|
CAUTION
Unknown properties |\n\n\nNote: For examples 6(a) and 6(b), a generic name in accordance with Appendix C should be used, as chemical structures are difficult to communicate in the event of an incident.\n\n1. In the following example, neither the identity nor the hazardous properties of the substance are known.\n\n| ABR14b
(Uncharacterised substance)
| CAUTION
Unknown properties |\n| --- | --- |\n\n\n## Example 7: Example labels for a substance not otherwise classifiable under the GHS.\n\nThe following two example labels are for carbon dioxide (dry ice). Dry ice does not meet any of the hazard categories of the GHS, and therefore cannot be assigned any label elements. However there are health and safety issues associated with the handling, use and storage of dry ice and information on these hazards should be included on labels.\n\n1. The following label meets road transport labelling requirements. It also meets workplace labelling requirements as it includes other health and safety information that are applicable to its workplace storage, handling and use.\n\n- CARBON DIOXIDE, SOLID (dry ice)\n- UN 18452.5 kg net Image of miscellaneous dangerous goods class label\n- Asphyxiation hazard:\n- Use only in well ventilated area\n- Wear gloves and eye protection\n- Madeup Chemical Company, 999 Chemical Street, Chemical Town, My State. Telephone: 1300 000 000\n\n\n1. The following label meets workplace labelling requirements and road transport inner packaging requirements. No hazard pictograms or class labels are present. However, health and safety information relating to storage, handling and use in the workplace is included.\n\n- Dry Ice (solid CO2)\n- 2 kg net\n- Asphyxiation hazard:\n- Use only in well ventilated area\n- Wear gloves and eye protection\n- Madeup Chemical Company, 999 Chemical Street, Chemical Town, My State. Telephone: 1300 000 000\n\n\n# APPENDIX I – OTHER RELEVANT INFORMATION\n\n- [ADG Code, class labels and publication](http://www.ntc.gov.au/heavy-vehicles/safety/australian-dangerous-goods-code/) information\n\n\nwww.ntc.gov.au/heavy-vehicles/safety/australian-dangerous-goods-code/\n\n- [Model Code of Practice: Preparation of Safety Data Sheets](http://www.safeworkaustralia.gov.au/sites/swa/about/publications/pages/safety-data-sheets-hazardous-chemicals-cop)\n\n\nwww.safeworkaustralia.gov.au/sites/swa/about/publications/pages/safety-data-sheets-hazardous-chemicals-cop\n\n- [GHS hazard pictograms](http://www.unece.org/trans/danger/publi/ghs/pictograms.html) for download\n\n\nwww.unece.org/trans/danger/publi/ghs/pictograms.html\n\n- [GHS revision 3 – Official text and corrigenda](http://www.unece.org/trans/danger/publi/ghs/ghs_welcome_e.html):\n\n\nwww.unece.org/trans/danger/publi/ghs/ghs_welcome_e.html\n\n- [Labelling codes for Agricultural and Veterinary chemicals](http://apvma.gov.au/registrations-and-permits/labelling-codes)\n\n\napvma.gov.au/registrations-and-permits/labelling-codes\n\n- [SUSMP](http://www.tga.gov.au/industry/scheduling-poisons-standard.htm) publication information\n\n\nwww.tga.gov.au/industry/scheduling-poisons-standard.htm\n\n- [UN Model Regulations for the Transport of Dangerous Goods](http://www.unece.org/trans/danger/danger.html)\n\n\nwww.unece.org/trans/danger/danger.html\n\n---\n\n\n[[1]](#_ftnref1) GHS pictograms can be downloaded from the [GHS website](http://www.unece.org/trans/danger/publi/ghs/pictograms.html) at www.unece.org/trans/danger/publi/ghs/pictograms.html or via the [GHS homepage](http://www.unece.org/trans/danger/publi/ghs/ghs_welcome_e.html) at www.unece.org/trans/danger/publi/ghs/ghs_welcome_e.html. Transport of Dangerous Goods class labels can be downloaded from the [National Transport Commission](http://www.ntc.gov.au/heavy-vehicles/safety/australian-dangerous-goods-code/) website at http://www.ntc.gov.au/heavy-vehicles/safety/australian-dangerous-goods-code/\n\n[[2]](#_ftnref2) Dangerous goods that are labelled to comply with transport requirements and are stored in a workplace may also need to comply with requirements as specified in the Australian Code for the Transport of Dangerous Goods by Road and Rail (ADG Code).\n\n[[3]](#_ftnref3) ISO TS 80004-1:2010 Nanotechnologies- Vocabulary-Part 1: Core Terms provides the following definitions:\n\n- Nanomaterial – material with any external dimension in the nanoscale or having internal structure or surface structure in the nanoscale\n- Engineered nanomaterial – nanomaterial designed for a specific purpose or function\n- Manufactured nanomaterial – nanomaterial intentionally produced for commercial purposes to have specific properties or specific composition\n- Nanoscale – size range from approximately 1nm to 100 nm.\n","sortOrder":0}],"analysis":{"flash_summary":{"complexity_score":7,"scope_assessment":{"changed":false,"description":"No change to the Code's fundamental scope is identified within this instrument itself. 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