Precautionary Statements

J&K Scientific uses GHS (Globally Harmonized System of Classification and Labeling of Chemicals) precautionary statements. Precautionary statements are assigned a unique alphanumeric code which consists of one letter and three numbers as follows:

  • The letter "P" (for "precautionary statement")
  • One number designating the type of precautionary statement as follows:
    "1" for general precautions
    "2" for prevention precautions
    "3" for response precautions
    "4" for storage precautions
    "5" for disposal precautions
  • Two numbers corresponding to the sequential numbering of precautionary statements.

Code and Precautionary statement

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.
P201 Obtain special instructions before use.
P202 Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood.
P210 Keep away from heat, hot surfaces, sparks, open flames and other ignition sources. No smoking.
P211 Do not spray on an open flame or other ignition source.
P220 Keep/Store away from clothing/…/combustible materials.
P221 Take any precaution to avoid mixing with combustibles.
P222 Do not allow contact with air.
P223 Do not allow contact with water.
P230 Keep wetted with …
P231 Handle under inert gas.
P232 Protect from moisture.
P233 Keep container tightly closed.
P234 Keep only in original container.
P235 Keep cool..
P240 Ground/bond container and receiving equipment.
P241 Use explosion-proof electrical/ventilating/light/…/equipment.
P242 Use only non-sparking tools.
P243 Take precautionary measures against static discharge.
P244 Keep valves and fittings free from oil and grease.
P250 Do not subject to grinding/shock/…/friction.
P251 Do not pierce or burn, even after use.
P260 Do not breathe dust/fumes/gas/mist/vapours/spray.
P261 Avoid breathing dust/fumes/gas/mist/vapours/spray.
P262 Do not get in eyes, on skin, or on clothing.
P263 Avoid contact during pregnancy/while nursing.
P264 Wash … thoroughly after handling.
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.
P281 [Deleted by IV ATP]
P282 Wear cold insulating gloves/face shield/eye protection.
P283 Wear fire/flame resistant/retardant clothing.
P284 [In case of inadequate ventilation] wear respiratory protection.
P285 [Deleted by IV ATP]
P231+232 Handle under inert gas. Protect from moisture
P235+410 Keep cool. Protect from sunlight
P301 IF SWALLOWED:
P302 IF ON SKIN:
P303 IF ON SKIN (or hair):
P304 IF INHALED:
P305 IF IN EYES:
P306 IF ON CLOTHING:
P307 [Deleted by IV ATP]
P308 IF exposed or concerned:
P309 [Deleted by IV ATP]
P310 Immediately call a POISON CENTER/doctor/…
P311 Call a POISON CENTER/ doctor/…
P312 Call a POISON CENTER/ doctor/…/if you feel unwell.
P313 Get medical advice/attention.
P314 Get Medical advice/attention if you feel unwell.
P315 Get immediate medical advice/attention.
P320 Specific treatment is urgent (see … on this label).
P321 Specific treatment (see … on this label).
P322 [Deleted by IV ATP]
P330 Rinse mouth.
P331 Do NOT induce vomiting.
P332 If skin irritation occurs:
P333 If skin irritation or a rash occurs:
P334 Immerse in cool water/wrap in wet bandages.
P335 Brush off loose particles from skin.
P336 Thaw frosted parts with lukewarm water. Do not rub affected areas.
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.
P341 [Deleted by IV ATP]
P342 If experiencing respiratory symptoms:
P350 [Deleted by IV ATP]
P351 Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes.
P352 Wash with plenty of water/…
P353 Rinse skin with water/shower.
P360 Rinse immediately contaminated clothing and skin with plenty of water before removing clothes.
P361 Take off immediately all contaminated clothing.
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 in case of fire.
P373 DO NOT fight fire when fire reaches explosives.
P374 Fight fire with normal precautions from a reasonable distance.
P375 Fight fire remotely due to the risk of explosion.
P376 Stop leak if safe to do so.
P377 Leaking gas fire – do not extinguish unless leak can be stopped safely.
P378 Use … to extinguish.
P380 Evacuate area.
P381 Eliminate all ignition sources if safe to do so.
P391 Collect spillage.
P301+310 IF SWALLOWED: Immediately call a POISON CENTER/doctor/…
P301+312 IF SWALLOWED: Call a POISON CENTER/doctor/…/if you feel unwell.
P301+330+331 IF SWALLOWED: Rinse mouth. Do NOT induce vomiting.
P302+334 IF ON SKIN: Immerse in cool water/wrap in wet bandages.
P302+350 [Deleted by IV ATP]
P302+352 IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of water/…
P303+361+353 IF ON SKIN (or hair): Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water/ shower.
P304+312 IF INHALED: Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician if you feel unwell.
P304+340 IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing.
P304+341 [Deleted by IV ATP]
P305+351+338 IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses if present and easy to do – continue rinsing.
P306+360 IF ON CLOTHING: Rinse immediately contaminated clothing and skin with plenty of water before removing clothes.
P307+311 [Deleted by IV ATP]
P308+311 IF exposed or concerned: Call a POISON CENTER/ doctor/…
P308+313 IF exposed: Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician.
P309+311 [Deleted by IV ATP]
P332+313 If skin irritation occurs: Get medical advice/attention.
P333+313 If skin irritation or a rash occurs: Get medical advice/attention.
P335+334 Brush off loose particles from skin. Immerse in cool water/wrap in wet bandages.
P337+313 If eye irritation persists get medical advice/attention.
P342+311 If experiencing respiratory symptoms: Call a POISON CENTER/doctor/…
P361+364 Take off immediately all contaminated clothing and wash it before reuse.
P362+364 Take off contaminated clothing and wash it before reuse.
P370+376 In case of fire: Stop leak if safe to do so.
P370+378 In case of fire: Use … to extinguish.
P370+380 In case of fire: Evacuate area.
P370+380+375 In case of fire: Evacuate area. Fight fire remotely due to the risk of explosion.
P371+380+375 In case of major fire and large quantities: Evacuate area. Fight fire remotely due to the risk of explosion.
P401 Store …
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 corrosive resistant/… container with a resistant inner liner.
P407 Maintain air gap between stacks/pallets.
P410 Protect from sunlight.
P411 Store at temperatures not exceeding … °C/… °F.
P412 Do not expose to temperatures exceeding 50 °C/122 °F.
P413 Store bulk masses greater than … kg/… lbs at temperatures not exceeding … °C/… °F.
P420 Store away from other materials.
P422 Store contents under …
P402+404 Store in a dry place. Store in a closed container.
P403+233 Store in a well ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed.
P403+235 Store in a well ventilated place. Keep cool.
P410+403 Protect from sunlight. Store in a well-ventilated place.
P410+412 Protect from sunlight. Do not expose to temperatures exceeding 50 °C/122 °F.
P411+235 Store at temperatures not exceeding … °C/… °F. Keep cool.
P501 Dispose of contents/container to …
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