Hazardous to the environment

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

What does it mean?

  • Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects
  • Toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects

Examples of where we can find it?

  • Pesticides, biocides, petrol, turpentine

Examples of precautionary statements

  • Avoid release to the environment
  • Collect spillage

Symbols that will be phased out:

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Source of description

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