Warning Labels on Household Chemicals in the UK

The table below shows the various warning labels commonly found on household products in the UK. For more information please visit COSHH Control of substances hazardous to health.

Hazard Symbol	Signal Word	Precautionary Statement
	Explosive	May explode if exposed to fire, heat, shock, or friction.
	Flammable	Highly flammable liquid and vapour. Keep away from heat/sparks/open flames/hot surfaces.
	Oxidising	can burn without air, or can intensify fire in combustible materials.
	Corrosive	Causes severe skin burns and eye damage. Wear protective gloves and eye/face protection.
	Toxic	Harmful if swallowed. Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product.
	Hazardous to the environment	Toxic to aquatic organisms, and may cause long lasting effects in the environment.
	Irritant	May cause irritation (redness, rash) or less serious toxicity.
	Serious Health Hazard	May cause serious and prolonged health effects on short or long term exposure
	Gas under pressure	Gas released may be very cold. Gas container may explode if heated.