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ExplosiveThis symbol with the word "explosive"
denotes a substance which
may explode under the
effect of a flame or if subjected to shocks or friction.
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OxidizingThis symbol with the word "oxidising " denotes a substance
which releases a lot of heat while it reacts with other substances, particularly
flammable substances. |
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Highly flammableThis symbol with the words "highly
flammable " denotes a substance which:
- may become hot and finally
catch fire in contact with air at ambient temperature;
- is a solid and may readily
catch fire after brief contact with the source of ignition and which continues
to bum or to be consumed after removal of the source of ignition;
- is a gas and bums in air at
normal pressure;
- in contact with water or damp
air releases highly flammable gases in dangerous quantities;
- is a liquid that would catch
fire with slight warning and exposure to. a flame.
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Extremely flammableThis symbol with the words "extremely flammable " denotes a
liquid that would boil at body temperature and would catch fire if exposed to a
flame. |
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Toxic
This symbol with the word " toxic " denotes a highly
hazardous substance. The decision to use the word " toxic " is based on LD 50
values (substance that kills up to 50 per cent of a sample of laboratory test
animals within a specified period). Therefore, extreme caution is necessary in
the use of these agrochernicals and instructions on the label must be strictly
followed.
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Very toxic
This symbol with the words "very toxic " is used to label a
substance which, if it is inhaled or ingested or if it penetrates the skin, may
involve extremely serious, acute (immediate) or chronic (longer-term) health
risks and even death. |
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Harmful
This symbol with the word "harmful"
should appear on the label of a substance which, if it is inhaled or ingested or
if it penetrates the skin, may involve limited health risks.
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Irritant
The same symbol as for "harmful" but with the word "
irritant " is meant for a non-corrosive substance which, through immediate,
prolonged or repeated contact with the skin or mucous membrane, can cause
inflammation. |
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Corrosive
This symbol with the word corrosive "
will be found on the label of a substance which may destroy living tissues on
contact with them. Severe bums on the skin and flesh might result from splashes
of such substances on the body.
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Dangerous for environment |
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