GHS precautionary statement
P103: Read carefully and follow all instructions
- P103
- General
P103 says: “Read carefully and follow all instructions”. It is a general statement. P100 series: basic advice that applies to the product as a whole, such as keeping the label at hand and keeping the product away from children. These statements are used mainly on consumer products.
About the general group
P100 series: basic advice that applies to the product as a whole, such as keeping the label at hand and keeping the product away from children. These statements are used mainly on consumer products. See all precautionary statements for the full list.
Hazards that call for P103
The GHS data we compile does not tie P103 to a specific hazard statement. Suppliers select it according to the product's classification and intended use.
Chemicals using P103
No chemicals in our database list P103 in their primary classification yet.
P103 frequently asked questions
What does P103 mean?
P103 says: "Read carefully and follow all instructions". It is a general precautionary statement in the General (P100 series).
Which hazards call for P103?
The GHS data we compile does not link P103 to specific hazard statements. It is chosen by the supplier based on the product's classification and use.
What type of statement is P103?
P103 is in the General (P100 series). P100 series: basic advice that applies to the product as a whole, such as keeping the label at hand and keeping the product away from children. These statements are used mainly on consumer products.
Precautionary statements are general recommendations. Follow the specific instructions on your product's label and safety data sheet.
https://pubchem.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/ghs/ghscode_10.txt (UN GHS Revision 10, retrieved 2026-10-12)