Definition of Reagents

Characteristics of Reagents

Classification of Reagents

GHS hazard pictograms

Pictogram Hazard Class Description


Exploding bomb

Physical hazards Description

Explosive products that may explode by flame, heat, or friction.


Flame

Physical hazards Description

These products ignite easily if a flame or heat source is present.


Flame over circle

Physical hazards Description

Products containing high levels of oxygen that promote the combustion of flammable or combustible substances.


Gas cylinder

Physical hazards Description

Products stored under pressure.


Corrosion

Physical hazards Description

May corrode or damage metals.

Health Hazards Description

Corrosive and corrosive products can affect the skin and mucous membranes on contact and cause (burn) wounds.


Skull and crossbones

Health Hazards Description

Toxic products that cause a health hazard and can be fatal if inhaled, or ingested through the skin or mouth.


Exclamation mark

Health Hazards Description

Products that can cause irritation, itching, redness of the skin, or inflammation on direct, prolonged, or repeated contact.

Environmental Hazards Description

Harmful to the ozone layer.


Health Hazard

Health Hazards Description

Products that can be harmful to organs and reproduction and are potentially carcinogenic.


Environment

Environmental Hazards Description

Products that are harmful to plant and animal environments when released into the environment.


Note: These are selected examples of typical hazard information.

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