The document provides a comprehensive guide on the Globally Harmonized System (GHS) for labeling chemicals, detailing standardized label elements such as product identifiers, hazard pictograms, hazard statements, signal words, and precautionary measures. It emphasizes the importance of using prescribed symbols and statements to ensure safety and compliance with GHS classifications. Additionally, the document outlines resources and tools for effective label printing and identification of hazardous materials.

1. GHS LABELING GUIDE
United Nations Globally Harmonized System of Classification and Labeling of Chemicals (GHS)
GHS LABEL ELEMENTS
GHS STANDARDIZED LABEL ELEMENTS
OTHER GHS LABEL ELEMENTS
Product Identifier (ingredient disclosure): Name or
number used for a hazardous product on a label or in the SDS.
Symbols (hazard
pictograms): Convey
health, physical and
environmental hazard
information, assigned to a
GHS hazard class and
category.
Supplemental information:
non-harmonized information.
Hazard Statements:
CAS Number XX-XX-X
Category 3 Flammable Liquid
Category 2A Eye Dammage/Irritation
CHEMICAL X
DANGER
Harmful by inhalation and in contact with skin.
Irritating to skin. Causes severe eye irritation.
FIRST AID
Keep container tightly closed and in a well-ventilated place. Keep away from sources of ignition No smoking. Avoid contact with eyes. Wear
suitable protective clothing and gloves
Immediately remove any clothing soiled by the product. Call emergency medical
care. Wash eyes with fresh water. Wash affected area of body thoroughly with
soap and fresh water.
Standard phrases
assigned to a hazard
class and category that
describe the nature of
the hazard.
Precautionary
Statements and
Pictograms: Measures
to minimize or prevent
adverse effects.
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Supplier identification: The name,
address and telephone number should
be provided on the label.
Signal Words: "Danger" or "Warning" are used to empha-
size hazards and indicate the relative level of severity of the
hazard, assigned to a GHS hazard class and category.
The prescribed symbols, signal words, and hazard statements can be readily selected from Annex 1 of the GHS Purple Book. These standardized
elements are not subject to variation, and should appear on the GHS label as indicated in the GHS for each hazard category or class in the system. The use
of symbols, signal words or hazard statements other than those that have been assigned to each of the GHS hazards would be contrary to harmonization.
GHS Pictograms and Hazard Classes
Oxidizers
Explosives
Flammables
Self Reactives
Self Reactives
Organic Peroxides
Pyrophorics
Self-Heating
Emits Flammable Gas
Organic Peroxides
Transport Pictograms
Acute toxicity
(severe)
Corrosives
Gases Under
Pressure
Carcinogen
Environmental
Irritant
Toxicity
Respiratory Sensitizer
Dermal Sensitizer
Reproductive Toxicity
Acute toxicity (harmful)
Target Organ Toxicity
Narcotic Effects
Mutagenicity
Respiratory Tract
Aspiration Toxicity
Irritation
* For the class on explosives, "*" is to be replaced by the indication of the compatibility group or to be left blank if explosive is the subsidiary risk.
** symbol, number and border line may be either black or white
• Flammable Liquid
• Flammable Gas
• Flammable Aerosol
Substances, which in contact
with water, emit flammable gases
(Dangerous When Wet)
Explosive Division 1.4
(additional pictograms for
1.5 and 1.6)
Corrosive
• Flammable Solid
• Self-Reactive Substances
• Oxidizing Gases
• Oxidizing Liquids
• Oxidizing Solids
Compressed Gases
Organic Peroxides
• Pyrophorics
(Spontaneously Combustible)
• Self-Heating Substances
Explosive Divisions 1.1, 1.2, 1.3
Acute Toxicity (Poison):
Oral, Dermal, Inhalation
Marine Pollutant
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2. GHS LABELING GUIDE
United Nations Globally Harmonized System of Classification and Labeling of Chemicals (GHS)
GHS LABEL EXAMPLE - Combination packaging for a Category 3 flammable liquid
(Additional examples of arrangements of the GHS labels may be found in Annex 7 of the GHS)
3-METHYL DIFLAMMALINE
UNXXXX
3-METHYL DIFLAMMALINE
CAS Number XX-XX-X
Category 3 Flammable Liquid
DANGER
Harmful by inhalation and in contact with skin. Irritating
to skin.
Keep container tightly closed and in a well-ventilated
place. Keep away from sources of ignition - No
smoking. Avoid contact with eyes. Wear suitable
protective clothing and gloves
FIRST AID
Immediately remove any clothing soiled by the product. Call emergency
medical care. Wash affected area of body thoroughly with soap and fresh
water.
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Outer Packaging: Box with a flammable liquid
transport label. Only the UN transport marking &
labels are required for outer packagings.
Inner Packaging: Plastic bottle with GHS hazard warning label.
Resources: “Globally Harmonized System of Classification and Labeling of Chemicals (GHS) Fourth Revised Edition” and OSHA.gov
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