Gas under pressure

Source of the photo
http://echa.europa.eu/en/chemicals-in-our-life/clp-pictograms
Author of the description
GK

What does it mean?

  • Contains gas under pressure; may explode if heated.
  • Contains refrigerated gas; may cause cryogenic burns or injury.

Examples of where we can find it

  • Gas containers

Examples of precautionary statements

  • Protect from sunlight
  • Wear cold insulating gloves/face shield/eye protection.
  • Get immediate medical advice/attention.

Symbols that will be phased out:

  • There is no existing symbol for this hazard pictogram
Source of description

http://echa.europa.eu/en/chemicals-in-our-life/clp-pictograms