GHS precautionary statement
P211: Do not spray on an open flame or other ignition source
- P211
- Prevention
P211 says: “Do not spray on an open flame or other ignition source”. It is a prevention statement. P200 series: actions to take before and during use to prevent or minimise harm, such as avoiding ignition sources, using ventilation and wearing protective equipment.
About the prevention group
P200 series: actions to take before and during use to prevent or minimise harm, such as avoiding ignition sources, using ventilation and wearing protective equipment. See all precautionary statements for the full list.
Hazards that call for P211
The GHS data recommends P211 for these hazard statements.
| Code | Statement | Hazard class and category | Signal word |
|---|---|---|---|
| H222 | Extremely flammable aerosol | Aerosols — Category 1 | Danger |
| H223 | Flammable aerosol | Aerosols — Category 2 | Warning |
| H229 | Pressurized container: may burst if heated | Aerosols — Category 1 Aerosols — Category 2 Aerosols — Category 3 | Danger |
| H282 | Extremely flammable chemical under pressure: may explode if heated | Chemicals under pressure — Category 1 | Danger |
| H283 | Flammable chemical under pressure: may explode if heated | Chemicals under pressure — Category 2 | Warning |
Chemicals using P211
No chemicals in our database list P211 in their primary classification yet.
P211 frequently asked questions
What does P211 mean?
P211 says: "Do not spray on an open flame or other ignition source". It is a prevention precautionary statement in the Prevention (P200 series).
Which hazards call for P211?
In the GHS data, P211 is recommended for hazard statements H222, H223, H229, H282, H283.
What type of statement is P211?
P211 is in the Prevention (P200 series). P200 series: actions to take before and during use to prevent or minimise harm, such as avoiding ignition sources, using ventilation and wearing protective equipment.
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)