The Prudence Councils describe the most common safety procedures to be adopted to minimize the risks associated with the use of the substance.
They are shown on the labeling and on the product safety data sheets.
General precautionary statements:
P101 - In case of consultation with a doctor, keep the container or label of the product available.
P102 - Keep out of reach of children.
P103 - Read the label before use.
Precautionary statements - Prevention:
P201 - Obtain specific instructions before use.
P202 - Do not handle until all warnings have been read and understood.
P210 - Keep away from heat, hot surfaces, sparks or open flames. No smoking. [As amended by V ATP]
P211 - Do not spray on an open flame or other source of ignition. [As amended by IV ATP]
P220 - Keep / store away from clothing / ... / combustible materials. [As amended by IV ATP]
P221 - Take every precaution to avoid mixing with combustible substances.
P222 - Avoid contact with air.
P223 - Avoid any contact with water. [As amended by IV ATP]
P230 - Keep wet with ...
P231 - Handle in an atmosphere of inert gas.
P232 - Protect from humidity.
P233 - Keep container tightly closed.
P234 - Keep only in original container.
P235 - Store in a cool place.
P240 - Ground the container and the receiving device
P241 - Use explosion-proof electrical / ventilating / lighting / ... / equipment
P242 - Use only non-sparking tools.
P243 - Take precautions against electrostatic discharge.
P244 - Keep valves and fittings free of grease and oil. [As amended by IV ATP]
P250 - Avoiding abrasions / shocks / ... / frictions.
P251 - Do not pierce or burn, even after use. [As amended by IV ATP]
P260 - Do not breathe dust / fume / gas / mist / vapors / aerosols.
P261 - Avoid breathing dust / fume / gas / mist / vapors / aerosols. [As amended by IV ATP]
P262 - Avoid contact with eyes, skin or clothing.
P263 - Avoid contact during pregnancy / lactation.
P264 - Wash thoroughly with .... after use.
P270 - Do not eat, drink or smoke during use.
P271 - Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area.
P272 - Contaminated work clothing should not be taken out of the workplace.
P273 - Do not disperse in the environment.
P280 - Wear protective gloves / protective clothing / eye protection / face protection. [As amended by IV ATP]
P281 - Use the required personal protective equipment. [Deleted by IV ATP]
P282 - Use thermal gloves / face shield / Protect eyes.
P283 - Wear fully flame retardant clothing or in flame retardant fabrics.
P284 - [When the ventilation of the room is insufficient] wear a respiratory protection device. [As amended by IV ATP]
P285 - In case of insufficient ventilation use respiratory protection. [Deleted by IV ATP]
P231 + P232 - Handle in an atmosphere of inert gas. Keep away from moisture.
P235 + P410 - Keep in a cool place. Protect from sunlight.
Precautionary statements - Reaction:
P301 - IN CASE OF INGESTION:
P302 - IN CASE OF SKIN CONTACT:
P303 - IN CASE OF CONTACT WITH SKIN (or hair):
P304 - IN CASE OF INHALATION:
P305 - IN CASE OF CONTACT WITH EYES:
P306 - IN CASE OF CONTACT WITH THE CLOTHING:
P307 - IN CASE of exposure: [Deleted by IV ATP]
P308 - In case of exposure or possible exposure: [As amended by IV ATP]
P309 - IF exposed or if you feel unwell: [Deleted by IV ATP]
P310 - Immediately contact a POISON CENTER / doctor / ... [As amended by IV ATP]
P311 - Contact a POISON CENTER / a doctor / ... [As amended by IV ATP]
P312 - Call a POISON CENTER / doctor / ... / if you feel unwell. [As amended by IV ATP]
P313 - Consult a doctor.
P314 - If you feel unwell, seek medical advice.
P315 - Consult a doctor immediately.
P320 - Urgent specific treatment (see ... on this label).
P321 - Specific treatment (see ... on this label).
P322 - Specific measures (see ... on this label). [Deleted by IV ATP]
P330 - Rinse the mouth.
P331 - DO NOT induce vomiting.
P332 - In case of skin irritation:
P333 - In case of irritation or skin rash:
P334 - Immerse in cold water / wrap with a wet bandage.
P335 - Remove the particles deposited on the skin.
P336 - Freeze the frozen parts using lukewarm water. Do not rub the affected part.
P337 - If eye irritation persists:
P338 - Remove any contact lenses if it is easy to do. Continue to rinse.
P340 - Remove victim to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing. [As amended by IV ATP]
P341 - If breathing is difficult, move the victim to fresh air and keep him at rest in a position that encourages breathing. [Deleted by IV ATP]
P342 - In case of respiratory symptoms:
P350 - Wash gently and thoroughly with soap and water. [Deleted by IV ATP]
P351 - Rinse carefully for several minutes.
P352 - Wash with plenty of water / .... [As amended by IV ATP]
P353 - Rinse the skin / take a shower.
P360 - Rinse contaminated clothing and skin immediately and thoroughly before removing clothing.
P361 - Take off all contaminated clothing immediately. [As amended by IV ATP]
P362 - Remove contaminated clothing. [As amended by IV ATP]
P363 - Wash contaminated clothing before putting it on again. [As amended by IV ATP]
P364 - And wash them before wearing them again. [Introduced by IV ATP]
P370 - In case of fire:
P371 - In the event of a serious fire and of significant quantities:
P372 - Risk of explosion in case of fire.
P373 - DO NOT use fire extinguishing means if the fire reaches explosive materials.
P374 - Use extinguishing media with the usual precautions at a reasonable distance.
P375 - Risk of explosion. Use extinguishing means at a great distance.
P376 - Stop loss if there is no danger.
P377 - In the event of a fire due to gas leakage, do not extinguish unless the leak can be stopped without danger.
P378 - Use ... to extinguish. [As amended by IV ATP]
P380 - Evacuate the area.
P381 - Eliminate all sources of ignition if there is no danger.
P390 - Absorb spillage to prevent material damage.
P391 - Collect leaked material.
P301 + P310 - IF SWALLOWED: immediately contact a POISON CENTER / doctor / ... [As amended by IV ATP]
P301 + P312 - IF SWALLOWED: contact a POISON CENTER / doctor / ... / if you feel unwell. [As amended by IV ATP]
P301 + P330 + P331 - IN CASE OF INGESTION: rinse mouth. DO NOT induce vomiting.
P302 + P334 - IN CASE OF SKIN CONTACT: immerse in cold water / wrap with a wet bandage.
P302 + P350 - IN CASE OF SKIN CONTACT: wash gently and thoroughly with soap and water. [Deleted by IV ATP]
P302 + P352 - IN CASE OF SKIN CONTACT: Wash with plenty of water / .... [As amended by IV ATP]
P303 + P361 + P353 - IN CASE OF CONTACT WITH SKIN (or hair): Remove contaminated clothing. Rinse the skin / take a shower. [As amended by IV ATP]
P304 + P340 - IN CASE OF INHALATION: Remove victim to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing. [As amended by IV ATP]
P304 + P341 - IN CASE OF INHALATION: if breathing is difficult, move the victim to fresh air and keep at rest in a position that encourages breathing. [Deleted by IV ATP]
P305 + P351 + P338 - IN CASE OF CONTACT WITH EYES: Rinse thoroughly for several minutes. Remove any contact lenses if it is easy to do. Continue to rinse.
P306 + P360 - IN CASE OF CONTACT WITH CLOTHES: Rinse contaminated clothing and skin immediately and thoroughly before removing clothes.
P307 + P311 - In case of exposure, contact a POISON CENTER or doctor. [Deleted by IV ATP]
P308 + P311 - In case of exposure or possible exposure: contact a POISON CENTER / doctor / ... [Introduced by IV ATP]
P308 + P313 - In case of exposure or possible exposure, consult a doctor.
P309 + P311 - In case of exposure or if you feel unwell, contact a POISON CENTER or doctor. [Deleted by IV ATP]
P332 + P313 - In case of skin irritation: consult a doctor.
P333 + P313 - In case of irritation or skin rash: consult a doctor.
P335 + P334 - Remove the particles deposited on the skin. Immerse in cold water / wrap with a wet bandage.
P337 + P313 - If eye irritation persists, seek medical advice.
P342 + P311 - In case of respiratory symptoms, contact a POISON CENTER / doctor / ... [As amended by IV ATP]
P361 + P364 - Remove contaminated clothing immediately and wash before wearing again. [Introduced by IV ATP]
P362 + P364 - Remove contaminated clothing and wash before putting it on again. [Introduced by IV ATP]
P370 + P376 - In case of fire: block leakage if there is no danger.
P370 + P378 - In case of fire, use ... to extinguish. [As amended by IV ATP]
P370 + P380 - Evacuate the area in case of fire.
P370 + P380 + P375 - In case of fire: evacuate the area. Explosion risk. Use extinguishing means at a great distance.
P371 + P380 + P375 - In case of severe fire and large quantities: evacuate the area. Explosion risk. Use extinguishing means at a great distance.
Precautionary statements - Conservation:
P401 - Store ...
P402 - Store in a dry place.
P403 - Store in a well-ventilated place.
P404 - Store in a closed container.
P405 - Keep locked up.
P406 - Store in a corrosion-resistant container / with a resistant internal coating.
P407 - Keep a free space between the shelves / 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 cargoes weighing more than ... kg / ... lb at temperatures not exceeding ... ° C / ... ° F.
P420 - Keep away from other materials.
P422 - Store under ...
P402 + P404 - Store in a dry place and in a closed container.
P403 + P233 - Keep container tightly closed and in a well-ventilated place.
P403 + P235 - Store in a cool, well-ventilated place.
P410 + P403 - Protect from sunlight. Store in a well-ventilated place.
P410 + P412 - Protect from sunlight. Do not expose to temperatures above 50 ° C / 122 ° F.
P411 + P235 - Store in a cool place at temperatures not exceeding ... ° C / ... ° F.
Precautionary statements - Disposal:
P501 Dispose of contents / container to .... [... in accordance with local / regional / national / international regulations (to be specified)].
