Globally Harmonized System (GHS) specifies certain
elements that should appear together on chemical labels.
Like hazard statements, pictograms (symbols), and signal words which may be required on chemical labels, depending on the toxicity or hazards of the product, while precautionary statements, product identifiers, and supplier information are required on all labels.
One word used to indicate the relative severity of hazard and alert the reader to a potential hazard on the label and safety data sheet.
These include two Signal Words:
Phrases assigned to each hazard category that describes the nature of the hazard.
Examples of Hazard Statements are:
Phrases that describe recommended measures that should be taken to minimise or prevent adverse effects resulting from exposure to a hazardous product, or improper storage or handling of a hazardous product.
These phrases cover prevention, response, storage, and disposal of products.
A symbol inside a diamond with a red or black border, denoting a particular hazard class, (e.g, acute toxicity/lethality, skin irritation/corrosion, etc.)
Keep scrolling to see a list of the pictograms that most commonly appear on our chemical products.
One word used to indicate the relative severity of hazard and alert the reader to a potential hazard on the label and safety data sheet.
These include two signal words:
WARNING for less severe hazard categories.
DANGER for more severe hazard categories.
Phrase assigned to each hazard category that describes the nature of the hazard.
Examples of hazard statements are:
Harmful if swallowed.
Highly flammable liquid and vapor.
Harmful to aquatic life.
Phrases that describe recommended measures that should be taken to minimise or prevent adverse effects resulting from exposure to a hazardous product, or improper storage or handling of a hazardous product.
These phrases cover prevention, response, storage, and disposal of products.
A symbol inside a diamond with a red or black border, denoting a particular hazard class, (e.g, acute toxicity/lethality, skin irritation/corrosion, etc.)
Keep scrolling to see a list of the pictograms that most commonly appear on our chemical products.
