What is the GHS System?
The Globally Harmonized System (GHS) is a worldwide unified system for classification and labeling of chemicals. In the EU, it is implemented through the CLP Regulation (EC) No 1272/2008.
The 9 GHS Pictograms
Each pictogram communicates a specific hazard category:
GHS01
Exploding Bomb
GHS02
Flame
GHS03
Flame over Circle
GHS04
Gas Cylinder
GHS05
Corrosion
GHS06
Skull and Crossbones
GHS07
Exclamation Mark
GHS08
Health Hazard
GHS09
Environment
H-Statements (Hazard Statements)
H-statements describe the nature and severity of the hazard, divided into three groups:
- H200-H299: Physical hazards (e.g., H225 — Highly flammable liquid and vapor)
- H300-H399: Health hazards (e.g., H314 — Causes severe skin burns)
- H400-H499: Environmental hazards (e.g., H410 — Very toxic to aquatic life)
Complete searchable list: OYSI Chemistry Lexicon.
GHS in the Digital Product Passport
In the OYSI Digital Product Passport, all GHS information is automatically sourced from the substance database and displayed on every product passport — always current, always compliant.