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Hazardous products listed in this catalogue are marked with R and S numbers as assigned to the Risk and Safety phrases under EC legislation.
Indication of particular risks
R1 | Explosive when dry. |
R2 | Risk of explosion by shock, friction, fire or other sources of ignition. |
R3 | Extreme risk of explosion by shock, friction, fire or other sources of ignition. |
R4 | Forms very sensitive explosive metallic compounds. |
R5 | Heating may cause an explosion. |
R6 | Explosive with or without contact with air. |
R7 | May cause fire. |
R8 | Contact with combustible material may cause fire. |
R9 | Explosive when mixed with combustible material. |
R10 | Flammable. |
R11 | Highly flammable. |
R12 | Extremely flammable. |
R14 | Reacts violently with water. |
R15 | Contact with water liberates extremely flammable gases. |
R16 | Explosive when mixed with oxidizing substances. |
R17 | Spontaneously flammable in air. |
R18 | In use, may form flammable/explosive vapour-air mixture. |
R19 | May form explosive peroxides. |
R20 | Harmful by inhalation. |
R21 | Harmful in contact with skin. |
R22 | Harmful if swallowed. |
R23 | Toxic by inhalation. |
R24 | Toxic in contact with skin. |
R25 | Toxic if swallowed. |
R26 | Very toxic by inhalation. |
R27 | Very toxic in contact with skin. |
R28 | Very toxic if swallowed. |
R29 | Contact with water liberates toxic gas. |
R30 | Con become highly flammable in use. |
R31 | Contact with acids liberates toxic gas. |
R32 | Contact with acids liberates very toxic gas. |
R33 | Danger of cumulative effects. |
R34 | Causes burns. |
R35 | Causes severe burns. |
R36 | Irritating to eyes. |
R37 | Irritating to respiratory system. |
R38 | Irritating to skin. |
R39 | Danger of very serious irreversible effects. |
R40 | Limited evidence of a carcinogenic effect. |
R41 | Risk of serious damage to eyes. |
R42 | May cause sensitization by inhalation. |
R43 | May cause sensitization by skin contact. |
R44 | Risk of explosion if heated under confinement. |
R45 | May cause cancer. |
R46 | May cause heritable genetic damage. |
R48 | Danger of serious damage to health by prolonged exposure. |
R49 | May cause cancer by inhalation. |
R50 | Very toxic to aquatic organisms. |
R51 | Toxic to aquatic organisms. |
R52 | Harmful to aquatic organisms. - |
R53 | May cause long-term adverse effects in the aquatic environment. |
R54 | Toxic to flora. |
R55 | Toxic to fauna. |
R56 | Toxic to soil organisms. |
R57 | Toxic to bees. |
R58 | May cause long-term adverse effects in the environment. |
R59 | Dangerous for the ozone layer. |
R60 | May impair fertility. |
R61 | May cause harm to the unborn child. |
R62 | Possible risk of impaired fertility. |
R63 | Possible risk of harm to the unborn child. |
R64 | May cause harm to breastfed babies. |
R65 | Harmful: may cause lung damage if swallowed. |
R66 | Repeated exposure may cause skin dryness or cracking. |
R67 | Vapours may cause drowsiness and dizziness. |
R68 | Possible risk of irreversible effects. |
Indication of safety precautions required
S1 | Keep locked up. |
S2 | Keep out of the reach of children. |
S3 | Keep in a cool place. |
S4 | Keep away from living quarters. |
S5 | Keep contents under... (appropriate liquid to be specified by the manufacturer). |
S6 | Keep under ... (inert gas to be specified by the manufacturer). |
S7 | Keep container tightly closed. |
S8 | Keep container dry. |
S9 | Keep container in a well-ventilated place. |
S12 | Do not keep the container sealed. |
S13 | Keep away from food, drink and animal feedingstuffs. |
S14 | Keep away from ... (incompatible materials to be indicated by the manufacturer). |
S14a | Keep away from acids, alkalis, heavy metal salts and reducing substances. |
S14b | From reducing substances (e.g. amines), acids, alkalis and heavy metal compounds (e.g. activators, drying agents, metallic soaps). |
S15 | Keep away from heat. |
S16 | Keep away from sources of ignition - No smoking. |
S17 | Keep away from combustible material. |
S18 | Handle and open container with care. |
S20 | When using do not eat or drink. |
S21 | When using do not smoke. |
S22 | Do not breathe dust. |
S23 | Do not breathe gas/fumes/vapour/spray (appropriate wording to be specified by the manufacturer). |
S23a | Do not breathe vapour/aerosol. |
S23b | Do not breathe gas/vapour. |
S23c | Do not breathe gas/vapour/aerosol. |
S23d | Do not breathe vapour. |
S23e | Do not breathe aerosol. |
S23f | Do not breathe gas. |
S23g | Do not breathe smoke. |
S24 | Avoid contact with skin. |
S25 | Avoid contact with eyes. |
S26 | In case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of water and seek medical advice. |
S27 | Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. |
S28 | After contact with skin, wash immediately with plenty of ... (to be specified by the manufacturer). |
S28a | After contact with skin, wash immediately with plenty of water. |
S28b | After contact with skin, wash immediately with water and soap. |
S28c | After contact with skin, wash immediately with acetic acid 3% and plenty of water. |
S28d | After contact with skin, wash immediately with polyethylene glycol, followed by plenty of water. |
S28e | After contact with skin, wash off immediately with cooking oil or acetic acid 0.5 -1%, then cleanse thoroughly with soap and water. |
S28f | After contact with skin, wash immediately with plenty of polyethylene glycol/ethanol (1:1). |
S28g | After contact with skin, wash immediately with plenty of cuprous sulfate solution 2%. |
S28h | After contact with skin, wash immediately with plenty of Lutrol. |
S28i | After contact with skin, wash immediately with plenty of propylene glycol. |
S28j | After contact with skin, wash immediately with plenty of propylene glycol 400 (Roticlean). |
S29 | Do not empty into drains. |
S30 | Never add water to this product. |
S33 | Take precautionary measures against static discharges. |
S35 | This material and its container must be disposed of in a safe way. |
S36 | Wear suitable protective clothing. |
S31 | Wear suitable gloves. |
S38 | In case of insufficient ventilation, wear suitable respiratory equipment. |
S39 | Wear eye/face protection. |
S40 | To clean the floor and all objects contaminated by this material, use ... (to be specified by the manufacturer). |
S40a | To clean the floor and all objects contaminated by this material, use plenty of water. |
S40b | To clean the floor and all objects contaminated by this material, use diluted alkaline solution. |
S40c | To clean the floor and all objects contaminated by this material, use iodized active carbon. |
S41 | In case of fire and/or explosion do not breathe fumes. |
S42 | During fumigation/spraying wear suitable respiratory equipment (appropriate wording to be specified by the manufacturer). |
S42a | During fumigation wear suitable respiratory equipment. |
S42b | During spraying wear suitable respiratory equipment. |
S43 | In case of fire, use ... (indicate in the space the precise type of fire fighting equipment. If water increases risk, odd 'Never use water') |
S43a | For extinguishing, use sand, earth, powder or foam. |
S43b | Never use water. |
S45 | In case of accident or if you feel unwell, seek medical advice immediately (show the label where possible). |
S46 | If swallowed, seek medical advice immediately and show this container or label. |
S47 | Keep at temperature not exceeding °C (to be specified by the manufacturer). |
S48 | Keep wet with ... (appropriate material to be specified by the manufacturer). |
S48a | Keep wet with water. |
S49 | Keep only in the original container. |
S50 | Do not mix with ... (to be specified by the manufacturer). |
S50a | Do not mix with peroxide activators and reducing agents. |
S50b | Do not mix with acids, |
S50c | Do not mix with alkali. |
S50d | Do not mix with other chemicals. |
S51 | Use only in well-ventilated areas. |
S52 | Not recommended for interior use on large surface areas. |
S53 | Avoid exposure - obtain special instructions before use. |
S56 | Dispose of this material and its container to hazardous or special waste collection point. |
S57 | Use appropriate container to avoid environmental contamination. |
S59 | Refer to manufacturer/supplier for information on recovery/recycling. |
S60 | This material and its container must be disposed of as hazardous waste |
S61 | Avoid release to the environment. Refer to special instructions/safety data sheets. |
S62 | If swallowed, do not induce vomiting: seek medical advice immediately and show this container or label. |
S63 | In case of accident by inhalation: remove casualty to fresh air and keep at rest. |
S64 | If swallowed, rinse mouth with water (only if the person is conscious) |
Combination of particular risks
R14/15 | Reacts violently with water, liberating extremely flammable gases. |
RI 5/29 | Contact with water liberates toxic, extremely flammable gas. |
R20/21 | harmful by inhalation and in contact with skin. |
R20/21/22 | Harmful by inhalation, in contact with skin and if swallowed. |
R20/22 | Harmful by inhalation and if swallowed. |
R21/22 | Harmful in contact with skin and if swallowed. |
R23/24 | Toxic by inhalation and in contact with skin. |
R23/24/25 | Toxic by inhalation, in contact with skin and if swallowed. |
R23/25 | Toxic by inhalation and if swallowed. |
R24/25 | Toxic in contact with skin and if swallowed. |
R26/27 | Very toxic by inhalation and in contact with skin. |
R26/27/28 | Very toxic by inhalation, in contact with skin and if swallowed. |
R26/28 | Very toxic by inhalation and if swallowed. |
R27/28 | Very toxic in contact with skin and if swallowed. |
R36/37 | Irritating to eyes and respiratory system. |
R36/37/38 | Irritating to eyes, respiratory system and skin. |
R36/38 | Irritating to eyes and skin. |
R37/38 | Irritating to respiratory system and skin. |
R39/23 | Toxic: danger of very serious irreversible effects through inhalation. |
R39/23/24 | Toxic: danger of very serious irreversible effects through inhalation and in contact with skin. |
R39/23/24/25 | Toxic: danger of very serious irreversible effects through inhalation, in contact with skin and if swallowed. |
R39/23/25 | Toxic: danger of very serious irreversible effects through inhalation and if swallowed. |
R39/24 | Toxic: danger of very serious irreversible effects in contact with skin. |
R39/24/25 | Toxic: danger of very serious irreversible effects in contact with skin and if swallowed. |
R39/25 | Toxic: danger of very serious irreversible effects if swallowed. |
R39/26 | Very toxic: danger of very serious irreversible effects through inhalation. |
R39/26/27 | Very toxic: danger of very serious irreversible effects through inhalation and in contact with skin. |
R39/26/27/28 | Very toxic: danger of very serious irreversible effects through inhalation, in contact with skin and if swallowed. |
R39/26/28 | Very toxic: danger of very serious irreversible effects through inhalation and, if swallowed. |
R39/27 | Very toxic: danger of very serious irreversible effects in contact with skin. |
R39/27/28 | Very toxic: danger of very serious irreversible effects in contact with skin and if swallowed. |
R39/28 | Very toxic: danger of very serious irreversible effects if swallowed. |
R42/43 | May cause sensitization by inhalation and skin contact. |
R48/20 | Harmful: danger of serious damage to health by prolonged exposure through inhalation. |
R48/20/21 | Harmful: danger of serious damage to health by prolonged exposure through inhalation and in contact with skin. |
R48/20/21/22 | Harmful: danger of serious damage to health by prolonged exposure through inhalation, in contact with skin and if swallowed. |
R48/20/22 | Harmful: danger of serious damage to health by prolonged exposure through inhalation and if swallowed. |
R48/21 | Harmful: danger of serious damage to health by prolonged exposure in contact with skin. |
R48/21/22 | Harmful: danger of serious damage to health by prolonged exposure in contact with skin and if swallowed. |
R48/22 | Harmful: danger of serious damage to health by prolonged exposure if swallowed. |
R48/23 | Toxic: danger of serious damage to health by prolonged exposure through inhalation. |
R48/23/24 | Toxic: danger of serious damage to health by prolonged exposure through inhalation and in contact with skin. |
R48/23/24/25 | Toxic: danger of serious damage to health by prolonged exposure through inhalation, in contact with skin and if swallowed. |
R48/23/25 | Toxic: danger of serious damage to health by prolonged exposure through inhalation and if swallowed. |
R48/24 | Toxic: danger of serious damage to health by prolonged exposure in contact with skin. |
R48/24/25 | Toxic: danger of serious damage to health by prolonged exposure in contact with skin and if swallowed. |
R48/25 | Toxic: danger of serious damage to health by prolonged exposure if swallowed. |
R50/53 | Very toxic to aquatic organisms, may cause long-term adverse effects in the aquatic environment. |
R51/53 | Toxic to aquatic organisms, may cause long-term adverse effects in the aquatic environment. |
R52/53 | Harmful to aquatic organisms, may cause long-term adverse effects in the aquatic environment. |
R68/20 | Harmful: possible risk of irreversible effects through inhalation. |
R68/20/21 | Harmful: possible risk of irreversible effects through inhalation and in contact with skin. |
R68/20/21/22 | Harmful: possible risk of irreversible effects through inhalation, in contact with skin and if swallowed. |
R68/20/22 | Harmful: possible risk of irreversible effects through inhalation and if swallowed. |
R68/21 | Harmful:, possible risk of irreversible effects in contact with skin. |
R68/21/22 | Harmful: possible risk of irreversible effects in contact with skin and if swallowed, |
R68/22 | Harmful: possible risk of irreversible effects if swallowed. |
Combination of safety precautions required
S1/2 | Keep locked up and out of reach of children. |
S20/21 | When using do not eat, drink or smoke. |
S24/25 | Avoid contact with skin and eyes. |
S27/28 | After contact with skin, take off immediately all contaminated clothing, and wash immediately with plenty of ... (to be specified by the manufacturer). |
S27/28a | After contact with skin, take off immediately all contaminated clothing, and wash immediately with plenty of water. |
S27/28b | After contact with skin, take off immediately all contaminated clothing, and wash immediately with plenty of water and soap. |
S29/35 | Do not empty into drains; dispose of this material and its container in a safe way. |
S29/56 | Do not empty into drains; dispose of this material and its container at hazardous or special waste collection point. |
S3/14 | Keep in a cool place away from ... (incompatible materials to be indicated by the manufacturer). |
S3/14a | Keep in a cool place away from acids. |
S3/14b | Keep in a cool place away from alkali. |
S3/14c | Keep in a cool place away from metals. |
S3/14d | Keep in a cool place away from metal salts. |
S3/14e | Keep in a cool place away from iron, water, alkali. |
S3/7 | Keep container tightly closed in a cool place. |
S3/9/14 | Keep in a cool, well-ventilated place away from ... (incompatible materials to be indicated by the manufacturer). |
S3/9/14a | Keep in a cool, well-ventilated place away from acids. |
S3/9/141b | Keep in a cool, well-ventilated place away from alkali. |
S3/9/14c | Keep in a cool, well-ventilated place away from metals. |
S3/9/14d | Keep in o cool, well-ventilated place away from metal salts. |
S3/9/14e | Keep in a cool, well-ventilated place away from iron, water, alkali. |
S3/9/14f | Keep in a cool, well-ventilated place away from cellulose. |
S3/9/14g | Keep in a cool, well-ventilated place away from highly flammable substances. |
S3/9/14/49 | Keep only in the original container in a cool, well-ventilated place away from ... (incompatible materials to be indicated by the manufacturer). |
S3/9/14/49a | Keep only in the original container in a cool well ventilated place away from acids. |
S3/9/14/49b | Keep only in the original container in a cool well ventilated place away from alkali. |
S3/9/14/49c | Keep only in the original container in a cool well ventilated place away from metals. |
S3/9/14/49d | Keep only in the original container in a cool well ventilated place away from metal salts. |
S3/9/14/49e | Store only in the original container in a cool well-ventilated place away from iron, water and alkaline solution. |
S3/9/14/49f | Store only in the original container in a cool well-ventilated place away from cellulose. |
S3/9/14/49g | Store only in the original container in a cool well-ventilated place away from highly flammable substances. |
S3/9/49 | Keep only in the original container in a cool, well-ventilated place. |
S36/37 | Wear suitable protective clothing and gloves. |
S36/37/39 | Wear suitable protective clothing, gloves and eye/face protection. |
S36/39 | Wear suitable protective clothing and eye/face protection, |
S37/39 | Wear suitable gloves and eye/face protection. |
S47/49 | Keep only in the original container at a temperature not exceeding °C (to be specified by the manufacturer). |
S47/49a | Store only in the original container at a temperature not exceeding: |
S7/47 | Keep container tightly closed and at a temperature not exceeding °C (to be specified by the manufacturer). |
S7/8 | Keep container tightly closed and dry. |
S7/9 | Keep container tightly closed and in a well-ventilated place. |