Nederland
Asia
Australia
Canada
Can-Hub
Česko
Chile
China ( 中国 )
Deutsch
Español
Finland
Français
Hortispares
International
Italy
Japan
Magyar
Mexico
Polski
Portugal
Russian
Scandinavia
Türkçe
United Kingdom
United States
Africa
Arabic ( العربية)
Asia
Australia
Canada
Can-Hub
Česko
Chile
China ( 中国 )
Deutsch
Español
Finland
Français
Hortispares
Italy
Japan
Magyar
Mexico
Nederlands
Polski
Portugal
Russian
Scandinavia
Türkçe
United Kingdom
United States
Sticker Corrosive 100x100mm
Item No.791007718
What do hazard symbols/ CLP icons mean?
Hazard symbols or CLP pictograms are clear and recognizable signs added to the packaging of products containing dangerous substances, such as fertilizers and chemical plant protection products. All hazardous symbols or CLP pictograms ensure that transporters and users are aware of the risks brought by the products. This is very important for the safe transport and use of the products. It is therefore essential to be aware of the meaning of all hazard symbols. For this, meanings of the icons are listed below.
Overview of all hazard symbols / CLP icons
Corrosive
Substances with this hazard symbol are corrosive and can cause severe burns and eye damage. The substance is also corrosive to metals.
Flammable
This hazard symbol is a warning for flammable gases, aerosols, liquids and solids.
Poisonous
Chemicals containing this label are toxic and should not come in contact with skin. Inhalation or swallowing can be fatal.
Explosive hazard symbol
This hazard symbol indicates an explosive, self-reactive substance and organic peroxides that may explode when heated.
Compressed gas
This label present on the packaging of a product:
- Gas under pressure which may explode if heated
- Cooled gas that can cause burns or injuries due to extreme cold
- Dissolved gases
Irritating, sensitising and harmful
The meaning of this hazard symbol may range from one product to another:
- Causes acute poisoning
- Causes skin hypersensitivity, skin- and eye irritation
- Irritating to respiratory tract
- Causes numbness, sleepiness or dizziness
- Harmful to the ozon layer
Oxidizing
This label stands for oxidizing gases, solids and liquids that can cause or intensify fire and explosion.
Environmental hazard
Products wearing this hazard symbol contain chemicals harmful to the environment and cause water intoxication.
Health hazard
Substances with this hazardous pictogram have one or more serious health consequences:
- Is carcinogenic
- Influences fertility and the unborn child
- Causes change in genetic material
- Is an inhalation allergen and may cause allergy, asthma or breathing problems if inhaled
- Is toxic to certain organs
- Danger of inhalation may be fatal or harmful if inhaled/ swallowed
Old and new hazard symbols / CLP icons
June 1st, 2015, the EU-GHS introduced new hazard symbols / pictograms, which are used internationally. Various old hazard symbols have expired or have been given a different meaning.
Please note that products produced after June 1st must be marked with the new CLP icons. Products produced before June 1st, 2015 with the old CLP pictograms on the label could be sold until the 1st of June 2017. Products with the old CLP icons can still be used as usual; no re-labeling is required.
Please note that products produced after June 1st must be marked with the new CLP icons. Products produced before June 1st, 2015 with the old CLP pictograms on the label could be sold until the 1st of June 2017. Products with the old CLP icons can still be used as usual; no re-labeling is required.
Related Products
Sticker Corrosive 250x250mm
Item No.791007736
Sticker Irritation upon inhalation! 100x100mm
Item No.791007720
Sticker Irritation upon inhalation! 250x250mm
Item No.791007738
Sticker Oxidizing substances 100x100mm
Item No.791007716
Sticker Toxic fabrics 100x100mm
Item No.791007719
Contact form
Can't find your answer? Fill out the contact form and our specialist Jaap Lubbersen will get back to you. On weekdays, even within 24 hours.
Categories:
What do hazard symbols/ CLP icons mean?
Hazard symbols or CLP pictograms are clear and recognizable signs added to the packaging of products containing dangerous substances, such as fertilizers and chemical plant protection products. All hazardous symbols or CLP pictograms ensure that transporters and users are aware of the risks brought by the products. This is very important for the safe transport and use of the products. It is therefore essential to be aware of the meaning of all hazard symbols. For this, meanings of the icons are listed below.
Search in the Knowledge Center
Find answers to your question in our Knowledge Center. 600+ articles, written by our specialists.
Categories:
Share this article
Overview of all hazard symbols / CLP icons
Corrosive
Substances with this hazard symbol are corrosive and can cause severe burns and eye damage. The substance is also corrosive to metals.
Flammable
This hazard symbol is a warning for flammable gases, aerosols, liquids and solids.
Poisonous
Chemicals containing this label are toxic and should not come in contact with skin. Inhalation or swallowing can be fatal.
Explosive hazard symbol
This hazard symbol indicates an explosive, self-reactive substance and organic peroxides that may explode when heated.
Compressed gas
This label present on the packaging of a product:
- Gas under pressure which may explode if heated
- Cooled gas that can cause burns or injuries due to extreme cold
- Dissolved gases
Irritating, sensitising and harmful
The meaning of this hazard symbol may range from one product to another:
- Causes acute poisoning
- Causes skin hypersensitivity, skin- and eye irritation
- Irritating to respiratory tract
- Causes numbness, sleepiness or dizziness
- Harmful to the ozon layer
Oxidizing
This label stands for oxidizing gases, solids and liquids that can cause or intensify fire and explosion.
Environmental hazard
Products wearing this hazard symbol contain chemicals harmful to the environment and cause water intoxication.
Health hazard
Substances with this hazardous pictogram have one or more serious health consequences:
- Is carcinogenic
- Influences fertility and the unborn child
- Causes change in genetic material
- Is an inhalation allergen and may cause allergy, asthma or breathing problems if inhaled
- Is toxic to certain organs
- Danger of inhalation may be fatal or harmful if inhaled/ swallowed
Old and new hazard symbols / CLP icons
June 1st, 2015, the EU-GHS introduced new hazard symbols / pictograms, which are used internationally. Various old hazard symbols have expired or have been given a different meaning.
Please note that products produced after June 1st must be marked with the new CLP icons. Products produced before June 1st, 2015 with the old CLP pictograms on the label could be sold until the 1st of June 2017. Products with the old CLP icons can still be used as usual; no re-labeling is required.
Please note that products produced after June 1st must be marked with the new CLP icons. Products produced before June 1st, 2015 with the old CLP pictograms on the label could be sold until the 1st of June 2017. Products with the old CLP icons can still be used as usual; no re-labeling is required.
Related products
Sticker Corrosive 100x100mm
Item No.791007718
Sticker Corrosive 250x250mm
Item No.791007736
Sticker Irritation upon inhalation! 100x100mm
Item No.791007720
Sticker Irritation upon inhalation! 250x250mm
Item No.791007738
Sticker Oxidizing substances 100x100mm
Item No.791007716
Sticker Toxic fabrics 100x100mm
Item No.791007719
Contact form
Can't find your answer? Fill out the contact form and our specialist Jaap Lubbersen will get back to you. On weekdays, even within 24 hours.
Also interesting for you
What are the standards for residues of crop protection products?
When chemical crop protection products are used, residue of the used products may remain on the treated crop. A large amount of residue on fruit and vegetable can lead to health risks for consumers.
When chemical crop protection products are used, residue of the used products may remain on the treated crop. A large amount of residue on fruit and vegetable can lead to health risks for consumers.
Which warning signs do you need to place in your business?
Good basic signage contributes to safety in the workplace. Think about warning signs as indicators for the emergency exit, dangerous goods signs or prohibitory signs.
Good basic signage contributes to safety in the workplace. Think about warning signs as indicators for the emergency exit, dangerous goods signs or prohibitory signs.
Personal protective equipment for crop protection
When working with crop protection products, it is important that you wear the correct personal protection equipment. Unprotected working with crop protection products can lead to health risks.
When working with crop protection products, it is important that you wear the correct personal protection equipment. Unprotected working with crop protection products can lead to health risks.
Categories: