P and H statements
PThe manufacturer of a dangerous substance or mixture must place the following phrases on the packaging:H (Hazard Statements) indicating the type of hazard andP (Precautionary Statements) indicating the precautions to be taken to work safely with a given substance or mixture.
The H phrases consists of:
- letter H
- hazard code (2 – physical hazard, 3 – health hazard, 4 – environmental hazard),
- and two digits corresponding to the next hazard number.
Examples of phrases with “H”:
| H200 | Unstable explosives |
| H229 | Pressurized container: heating may cause explosion |
| H261 | In contact with water, it releases flammable gases. |
| H300 | Swallowing may cause death. |
| H310 | May cause death in contact with skin. |
| H332 | Harmful if inhaled. |
| H400 | Very toxic to aquatic organisms. |
| H413 | May cause long-term adverse effects in aquatic organisms. |
| H420 | Harmful to the environment through the destruction of the ozone layer. |
The P phrases consists of:
- letter P
- digit indicating the precautionary measure (1 – general, 2 – prevention, 3 – response, 4 – storage, 5 – disposal),
- and two digits corresponding to the next precautionary measure number.
| P101 | If you need to consult a doctor, show him/her the container. |
| P102 | Keep out of reach of children. |
| P103 | Przed użyciem przeczytaj etykietę. |
| P211 | Do not spray over an open flame or other source of ignition. |
| P223 | Keep away from water. |
| P283 | Wear fire-resistant or flame-retardant clothing. |
| P310 | Contact your doctor immediately.. |
| P352 | Wash with plenty of water. |
| P380 | Evacuate the area. |
| P405 | Keep locked up. |
| P410 | Protect from sunlight. |
| P420 | Store separately |
