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I.3.4. International warning symbols

International warning symbols

1. FLAMMABLE SUBSTANCE

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  • Ignition occurs very easily in contact with an energy source (flame, spark).
  • Keep away from flames, sparks or any heat source.


2. EXPLOSIVE SUBSTANCE

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  • Presents an explosion hazard (butane gas, propane, explosive materials, fireworks, etc.).
  • Avoid heat, shock, friction and sparks.


3. POISONOUS SUBSTANCE

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  • Can cause serious injury or even death through inhalation, ingestion or skin penetration (insecticides, fertilizers, herbicides, etc.).
  • Avoid any contact with the body.


4. SEVERE IRRITANT SUBSTANCE

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  • May be fatal if swallowed or enters the respiratory tract. Can cause organ damage (turpentine, gasoline, kerosene, etc.). In case of inhalation: if breathing is difficult, take the victim to fresh air and keep him at rest in a comfortable position for breathing.
  • Any contact with the skin, eyes and inhalation of vapors shall be avoided.


5. SLIGHTLY IRRITANT SUBSTANCE

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  • May cause skin, eye or respiratory irritation. Their absorption can lead to minor injuries (dishwashing powder, chlorine, etc.).
  • Any contact with the skin, eyes and inhalation of vapors shall be avoided.


6. CORROSIVE SUBSTANCE

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  • Product that by simple contact or swallowing can burn or destroy tissues (skin or mucous membrane) - concentrated chlorine, caustic soda, acids, etc.
  • Avoid inhalation of vapors or contact with skin, eyes and clothes.


7. OXIDIZING SUBSTANCE

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  • Product that favors the ignition of combustible materials, maintenance of combustion (effervescent chlorine tablets, O2).

  • Avoid any contact with flammable substances.