Hazard statements, precautionary statements and signal words

Hazard statements

A hazard statement is a phrase that describes the nature of the hazard in the substance or mixture. A hazard statement will be determined by the application of the classification criteria.

Examples of hazard statements include:

Precautionary statements

A precautionary statement is a phrase that describes the recommended measure(s) to minimise or prevent adverse effects resulting from exposure to a hazardous substance or mixture due to its use or disposal.

Examples of precautionary statements include:

Suppliers determine the appropriate precautionary statements (usually no more than six) based on the required hazard statements.

Signal words

The GB CLP Regulation includes two signal words: 'Danger' and 'Warning'.

If the chemical has a more severe hazard, the label includes the signal word 'Danger'; in case of less severe hazards, the signal word is 'Warning'.

Updated: 2022-02-11