GHS hazard class · Physical hazards
Corrosive to Metals
A substance or mixture is corrosive to metals if it may materially damage or even destroy metals by chemical action.
What it means
The material can eat through metal containers, tanks, shelving and equipment, leading to leaks and equipment failure. It may also be corrosive to skin and eyes, which is classified separately.
What to do
Keep in the original, corrosion-resistant container, and absorb any spillage promptly to prevent material damage.
This is general guidance for the class. Your product's safety data sheet takes precedence.
Categories and hazard statements
| Code | Category | Statement | Pictogram | Signal word |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| H290 | Category 1 | May be corrosive to metals | GHS05 | Warning |
Chemicals with corrosive to metals hazard codes
Chemicals in our database whose primary classification includes any current Corrosive to Metals code (H290).
1 chemical in our database. Classification comes from each chemical's primary GHS source, so a supplier's SDS may differ.
Corrosive to Metals: frequently asked questions
What is the GHS hazard class "Corrosive to Metals"?
A substance or mixture is corrosive to metals if it may materially damage or even destroy metals by chemical action.
Which hazard statements belong to Corrosive to Metals?
The current hazard statements for this class are H290.
Which pictograms and signal words are used for Corrosive to Metals?
Pictograms: GHS05 (Corrosion). Signal word: Warning, depending on the category.
What should I do when working with a corrosive to metals hazard?
Keep in the original, corrosion-resistant container, and absorb any spillage promptly to prevent material damage.
https://pubchem.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/ghs/ghscode_10.txt (UN GHS Revision 10, retrieved 2026-10-12)