Chemical Hazard Pictograms Explained
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Flammable liquid This pictogram warns about gases, aerosols,
flammable liquids and solids, which can ignite in
contact with air or that emit flammable gases to
come into contact with water. This is the case with alcohol, the
acetone, paint or varnish.
Dangers to the environment This pictogram warns that the substance is toxic or
environment harmful to aquatic organisms. This is the case of
many insecticides or diesel.
Danger of aspiration A substance or mixture carrying this pictogram may
to have one or more of the following effects: it is
carcinogenic; affects fertility and the unborn; causes
mutations; it is a respiratory sensitizer, it can
can cause allergies, asthma or respiratory difficulties if it is
inhaled; toxic in certain organs; danger
by aspiration, which can be deadly or very harmful if it
ingests or penetrates through some route. This is the case of alcohol from
burn the gasoline.
Skin irritation causes skin sensitization, irritation of skin and eyes
Irritating to the respiratory system; it is narcotic, it causes
drowsiness or dizziness; dangerous for the ozone layer.
This is the case with many detergents and floor cleaners.
Oxidizing liquid If you find this pictogram on the label it means that
is in the presence of oxidizing gases, solids, or liquids
that can cause or intensify a fire or explosion.
It is common to find this symbol on chlorinated products.
such as bleach, hydrogen peroxide, the
fertilizers or herbicides.
Acute toxicity You are in the presence of a chemical product that is
extremely toxic on contact with skin, if it
inhale or ingest, and it can be deadly. This is the case of
many biocides or chlorine.
Skin corrosion Whenever I use a chemical product with this
pictogram do not forget that it is corrosive and that it can
can cause severe skin burns and eye damage.
It is also corrosive to metals. This is the case of
ammonia, hydrochloric acid or caustic soda.