This symbol shows that the substance is toxic if swallowed and should be handled with a great deal of care.
Flammable Substances
This symbol shows that the substance should not be heated, exposed to high temperatures or fire.
Oxidising
The symbol shows the substance is an oxidising agent, which means it is likely to intensify and fuel a fire. Oxidising agents should be securely stored and kept away from heat or fire.
Corrosive Substances
This symbol shows the substance is corrosive and may be harmful to you if you were to come into contact with it.
Explosive
The symbol warns the substance is explosive, therefore it should not be exposed to heat or anything else which may cause it to explode.
Long term health hazard
This new symbols shows that the substance is likely to cause longer term health hazards such as allergy or asthma symptoms and other breathing difficulties if inhaled.
Gasses under pressure
The symbol warns that the product is a gas under pressure and should not be exposed to heat. It is important to distinguish between this symbol and the other explosion as the product may also leak.
Caution
This symbol shows that caution should be taken as the substance may cause allergic reaction if contact is made with the skin.
Environmental
This symbol shows that the substance will have a long lasting harmful effect on the environment. Care should be taken when using and disposing of these substances.
