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H and P statements one-page card

The official wording of the CLP hazard (H), EUH and precautionary (P) statements on one A4 page. Print it or save it as PDF; no sign-up.

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H and P statements · CLP hazard and precautionary statements

Cite as: chemoris.com/en/guide/hp-code-card

H2xx · Physical hazards

  • H200 Unstable explosives.
  • H201 Explosive; mass explosion hazard.
  • H202 Explosive, severe projection hazard.
  • H203 Explosive; fire, blast or projection hazard.
  • H204 Fire or projection hazard.
  • H205 May mass explode in fire.
  • H220 Extremely flammable gas.
  • H221 Flammable gas.
  • H222 Extremely flammable aerosol.
  • H223 Flammable aerosol.
  • H224 Extremely flammable liquid and vapour.
  • H225 Highly flammable liquid and vapour.
  • H226 Flammable liquid and vapour.
  • H228 Flammable solid.
  • H240 Heating may cause an explosion.
  • H241 Heating may cause a fire or explosion.
  • H242 Heating may cause a fire.
  • H250 Catches fire spontaneously if exposed to air.
  • H251 Self-heating: may catch fire.
  • H252 Self-heating in large quantities; may catch fire.
  • H260 In contact with water releases flammable gases which may ignite spontaneously.
  • H261 In contact with water releases flammable gases.
  • H270 May cause or intensify fire; oxidiser.
  • H271 May cause fire or explosion; strong oxidiser.
  • H272 May intensify fire; oxidiser.
  • H280 Contains gas under pressure; may explode if heated.
  • H281 Contains refrigerated gas; may cause cryogenic burns or injury.
  • H290 May be corrosive to metals.

H3xx · Health hazards

  • H300 Fatal if swallowed.
  • H301 Toxic if swallowed.
  • H302 Harmful if swallowed.
  • H304 May be fatal if swallowed and enters airways.
  • H310 Fatal in contact with skin.
  • H311 Toxic in contact with skin.
  • H312 Harmful in contact with skin.
  • H314 Causes severe skin burns and eye damage.
  • H315 Causes skin irritation.
  • H317 May cause an allergic skin reaction.
  • H318 Causes serious eye damage.
  • H319 Causes serious eye irritation.
  • H330 Fatal if inhaled.
  • H331 Toxic if inhaled.
  • H332 Harmful if inhaled.
  • H334 May cause allergy or asthma symptoms or breathing difficulties if inhaled.
  • H335 May cause respiratory irritation.
  • H336 May cause drowsiness or dizziness.
  • H340 May cause genetic defects <state route of exposure if it is conclusively proven that no other routes of exposure cause the hazard> .
  • H341 Suspected of causing genetic defects <state route of exposure if it is conclusively proven that no other routes of exposure cause the hazard> .
  • H350 May cause cancer <state route of exposure if it is conclusively proven that no other routes of exposure cause the hazard> .
  • H350i May cause cancer by inhalation.
  • H351 Suspected of causing cancer < state route of exposure if it is conclusively proven that no other routes of exposure cause the hazard >.
  • H360 May damage fertility or the unborn child <state specific effect if known > <state route of exposure if it is conclusively proven that no other routes of exposure cause the hazard> .
  • H360D May damage the unborn child.
  • H360Df May damage the unborn child. Suspected of damaging fertility.
  • H360F May damage fertility.
  • H360FD May damage fertility. May damage the unborn child.
  • H360Fd May damage fertility. Suspected of damaging the unborn child.
  • H361 Suspected of damaging fertility or the unborn child <state specific effect if known> <state route of exposure if it is conclusively proven that no other routes of exposure cause the hazard> .
  • H361d Suspected of damaging the unborn child.
  • H361f Suspected of damaging fertility.
  • H361fd Suspected of damaging fertility. Suspected of damaging the unborn child.
  • H362 May cause harm to breast-fed children.
  • H370 Causes damage to organs <or state all organs affected, if known> <state route of exposure if it is conclusively proven that no other routes of exposure cause the hazard> .
  • H371 May cause damage to organs <or state all organs affected, if known> <state route of exposure if it is conclusively proven that no other routes of exposure cause the hazard> .
  • H372 Causes damage to organs <or state all organs affected, if known> through prolonged or repeated exposure <state route of exposure if it is conclusively proven that no other routes of exposure cause the hazard> .
  • H373 May cause damage to organs <or state all organs affected, if known> through prolonged or repeated exposure <state route of exposure if it is conclusively proven that no other routes of exposure cause the hazard> .

H4xx · Environmental hazards

  • H400 Very toxic to aquatic life.
  • H410 Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects.
  • H411 Toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects.
  • H412 Harmful to aquatic life with long lasting effects.
  • H413 May cause long lasting harmful effects to aquatic life.
  • H420 Harms public health and the environment by destroying ozone in the upper atmosphere

EUH · EU-specific supplemental statements

  • EUH014 Reacts violently with water.
  • EUH018 In use may form flammable/explosive vapour-air mixture.
  • EUH019 May form explosive peroxides.
  • EUH029 Contact with water liberates toxic gas.
  • EUH031 Contact with acids liberates toxic gas.
  • EUH032 Contact with acids liberates very toxic gas.
  • EUH044 Risk of explosion if heated under confinement.
  • EUH066 Repeated exposure may cause skin dryness or cracking.
  • EUH070 Toxic by eye contact.
  • EUH071 Corrosive to the respiratory tract.
  • EUH201 Contains lead. Should not be used on surfaces liable to be chewed or sucked by children.
  • EUH201A Warning! Contains lead.
  • EUH202 Cyanoacrylate. Danger. Bonds skin and eyes in seconds. Keep out of the reach of children.
  • EUH203 Contains chromium (VI). May produce an allergic reaction.
  • EUH204 Contains isocyanates. May produce an allergic reaction.
  • EUH205 Contains epoxy constituents. May produce an allergic reaction.
  • EUH206 Warning! Do not use together with other products. May release dangerous gases (chlorine).
  • EUH207 Warning! Contains cadmium. Dangerous fumes are formed during use. See information supplied by the manufacturer. Comply with the safety instructions.
  • EUH208 Contains <name of sensitising substance>. May produce an allergic reaction.
  • EUH209 Can become highly flammable in use.
  • EUH209A Can become flammable in use.
  • EUH210 Safety data sheet available on request.
  • EUH211 Warning! Hazardous respirable droplets may be formed when sprayed. Do not breathe spray or mist.
  • EUH212 Warning! Hazardous respirable dust may be formed when used. Do not breathe dust.
  • EUH380 May cause endocrine disruption in humans
  • EUH381 Suspected of causing endocrine disruption in humans
  • EUH401 To avoid risks to human health and the environment, comply with the instructions for use.
  • EUH430 May cause endocrine disruption in the environment
  • EUH431 Suspected of causing endocrine disruption in the environment
  • EUH440 Accumulates in the environment and living organisms including in humans
  • EUH441 Strongly accumulates in the environment and living organisms including in humans
  • EUH450 Can cause long-lasting and diffuse contamination of water resources
  • EUH451 Can cause very long-lasting and diffuse contamination of water resources

P1xx · General

  • P101 If medical advice is needed, have product container or label at hand.
  • P102 Keep out of reach of children.
  • P103 Read label before use.

P2xx · Prevention

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

P3xx · Response

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

P4xx · Storage

  • P401 Store in accordance with… .
  • P402 Store in a dry place.
  • P403 Store in a well-ventilated place.
  • P404 Store in a closed container.
  • P405 Store locked up.
  • P406 Store in a corrosion-resistant/… container with a resistant inner liner.
  • P407 Maintain air gap between stacks or pallets.
  • P410 Protect from sunlight.
  • P411 Store at temperatures not exceeding … o C/… o F.
  • P412 Do not expose to temperatures exceeding 50 o C/122 o F.
  • P413 Store bulk masses greater than … kg/… lbs at temperatures not exceeding … o C/… o F.
  • P420 Store separately.

P5xx · Disposal

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

Source: CLP Regulation (EC) No 1272/2008 Annex III (H, EUH) and Annex IV Part 2 (P). Single P statements only; combined ones (e.g. P305+P351+P338) are combinations of single statements.

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Legal basis

Hazard statements (H) and EU-specific supplemental statements (EUH) are set out in Annex III of Regulation (EC) No 1272/2008 (CLP); precautionary statements (P) in Annex IV Part 2. The card carries single statements only, with the wording of the official English version. For the current, binding text rely on EUR-Lex; the card is for information only. EUR-Lex 32008R1272

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