{"id":376,"date":"2026-03-28T10:59:09","date_gmt":"2026-03-28T15:59:09","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/tehnologam.com\/en\/?p=376\/"},"modified":"2026-03-28T10:59:09","modified_gmt":"2026-03-28T15:59:09","slug":"european-safety-codes-for-chemical-substances","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/tehnologam.com\/en\/european-safety-codes-for-chemical-substances\/","title":{"rendered":"European Safety Codes for Chemical Substances"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><strong>Chemical safety codes<\/strong> are a classification system that groups substances by their degree of impact or harm to human health. In any food production facility, personnel come into regular contact with a wide range of chemical substances \u2014 from food additives and cleaning agents to processing aids. Knowing the safety classification and proper handling procedures for each substance is essential for protecting worker health and ensuring the safety of the products being manufactured.<\/p>\n<p>The most widely used system is the <strong>European Safety Phrases (S-phrases)<\/strong>, which were part of the EU dangerous substances directive. Although largely replaced by GHS (Globally Harmonized System) P-statements in current EU regulations, S-phrases remain widely referenced in older safety data sheets and technical documentation across the food industry.<\/p>\n<h2>European chemical safety codes (S-phrases)<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>S1<\/strong> \u2014 Keep locked up<\/li>\n<li><strong>S2<\/strong> \u2014 Keep out of the reach of children<\/li>\n<li><strong>S3<\/strong> \u2014 Keep in a cool place<\/li>\n<li><strong>S4<\/strong> \u2014 Keep away from living quarters<\/li>\n<li><strong>S5<\/strong> \u2014 Keep contents under&#8230; (appropriate liquid specified by manufacturer)<\/li>\n<li><strong>S6<\/strong> \u2014 Keep under&#8230; (inert gas specified by manufacturer)<\/li>\n<li><strong>S7<\/strong> \u2014 Keep container tightly closed<\/li>\n<li><strong>S8<\/strong> \u2014 Keep container dry<\/li>\n<li><strong>S9<\/strong> \u2014 Keep container in a well-ventilated place<\/li>\n<li><strong>S12<\/strong> \u2014 Do not keep the container sealed<\/li>\n<li><strong>S13<\/strong> \u2014 Keep away from food, drink, and animal feedstuffs<\/li>\n<li><strong>S14<\/strong> \u2014 Keep away from&#8230; (incompatible materials specified)<\/li>\n<li><strong>S15<\/strong> \u2014 Keep away from heat<\/li>\n<li><strong>S16<\/strong> \u2014 Keep away from sources of ignition<\/li>\n<li><strong>S17<\/strong> \u2014 Keep away from combustible material<\/li>\n<li><strong>S18<\/strong> \u2014 Handle and open container with care<\/li>\n<li><strong>S20<\/strong> \u2014 When using, do not eat or drink<\/li>\n<li><strong>S21<\/strong> \u2014 When using, do not smoke<\/li>\n<li><strong>S22<\/strong> \u2014 Do not breathe dust<\/li>\n<li><strong>S23<\/strong> \u2014 Do not breathe vapors<\/li>\n<li><strong>S24<\/strong> \u2014 Avoid contact with skin<\/li>\n<li><strong>S25<\/strong> \u2014 Avoid contact with eyes<\/li>\n<li><strong>S26<\/strong> \u2014 In case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of water and seek medical advice<\/li>\n<li><strong>S27<\/strong> \u2014 Take off immediately all contaminated clothing<\/li>\n<li><strong>S28<\/strong> \u2014 After contact with skin, wash immediately with plenty of soapy water<\/li>\n<li><strong>S29<\/strong> \u2014 Do not empty into drains<\/li>\n<li><strong>S30<\/strong> \u2014 Never add water to this product<\/li>\n<li><strong>S33<\/strong> \u2014 Take precautionary measures against static discharge<\/li>\n<li><strong>S35<\/strong> \u2014 This material and its container must be disposed of in a safe way<\/li>\n<li><strong>S36<\/strong> \u2014 Wear suitable protective clothing<\/li>\n<li><strong>S37<\/strong> \u2014 Wear suitable gloves<\/li>\n<li><strong>S38<\/strong> \u2014 In case of insufficient ventilation, wear suitable respiratory equipment<\/li>\n<li><strong>S39<\/strong> \u2014 Wear eye\/face protection<\/li>\n<li><strong>S40<\/strong> \u2014 To clean the floor and all objects contaminated by this material, use&#8230; (specified by manufacturer)<\/li>\n<li><strong>S41<\/strong> \u2014 In case of fire and\/or explosion, do not breathe fumes<\/li>\n<li><strong>S42<\/strong> \u2014 During fumigation\/spraying, wear suitable respiratory equipment<\/li>\n<li><strong>S43<\/strong> \u2014 In case of fire, use&#8230; (type of firefighting equipment specified)<\/li>\n<li><strong>S45<\/strong> \u2014 In case of accident or if you feel unwell, seek medical advice immediately (show the label where possible)<\/li>\n<li><strong>S46<\/strong> \u2014 If swallowed, seek medical advice immediately and show label or container<\/li>\n<li><strong>S47<\/strong> \u2014 Keep at temperature not exceeding&#8230; (specified by manufacturer)<\/li>\n<li><strong>S48<\/strong> \u2014 Keep wet with&#8230; (appropriate material specified)<\/li>\n<li><strong>S49<\/strong> \u2014 Keep only in the original container<\/li>\n<li><strong>S50<\/strong> \u2014 Do not mix with&#8230; (specified by manufacturer)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>These codes are frequently referenced in food additive specifications and safety data sheets. Understanding them helps food technologists and quality managers ensure proper handling, storage, and disposal of chemical substances used in production.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Chemical safety codes are a classification system that groups substances by their degree of impact or harm to human health. In any food production facility, personnel come into regular contact with a wide range of chemical substances \u2014 from food additives and cleaning agents to processing aids. 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