GHS precautionary statement
P236: Keep only in original packaging; Division .. in the transport configuration
- P236
- Prevention
P236 says: “Keep only in original packaging; Division .. in the transport configuration”. 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 P236
The GHS data recommends P236 for these hazard statements.
Chemicals using P236
No chemicals in our database list P236 in their primary classification yet.
P236 frequently asked questions
What does P236 mean?
P236 says: "Keep only in original packaging; Division .. in the transport configuration". It is a prevention precautionary statement in the Prevention (P200 series).
Which hazards call for P236?
In the GHS data, P236 is recommended for hazard statements H204, H209.
What type of statement is P236?
P236 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)