GHS precautionary statement
P223: Do not allow contact with water
- P223
- Prevention
P223 says: “Do not allow contact with water”. 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 P223
The GHS data recommends P223 for these hazard statements.
| Code | Statement | Hazard class and category | Signal word |
|---|---|---|---|
| H260 | In contact with water releases flammable gases which may ignite spontaneously | Substances and mixtures which in contact with water, emit flammable gases — Category 1 | Danger |
| H261 | In contact with water releases flammable gas | Substances and mixtures which in contact with water, emit flammable gases — Category 2 Substances and mixtures which in contact with water, emit flammable gases — Category 3 | Danger |
Chemicals using P223
No chemicals in our database list P223 in their primary classification yet.
P223 frequently asked questions
What does P223 mean?
P223 says: "Do not allow contact with water". It is a prevention precautionary statement in the Prevention (P200 series).
Which hazards call for P223?
In the GHS data, P223 is recommended for hazard statements H260, H261.
What type of statement is P223?
P223 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)