GHS precautionary statement
P272: Contaminated work clothing should not be allowed out of the workplace
- P272
- Prevention
P272 says: “Contaminated work clothing should not be allowed out of the workplace”. 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 P272
The GHS data recommends P272 for these hazard statements.
| Code | Statement | Hazard class and category | Signal word |
|---|---|---|---|
| H317 | May cause an allergic skin reaction | Sensitization, Skin — Category 1, 1A, 1B | Warning |
Chemicals using P272
11 chemicals in our database. Classification comes from each chemical's primary GHS source, so a supplier's SDS may differ.
P272 frequently asked questions
What does P272 mean?
P272 says: "Contaminated work clothing should not be allowed out of the workplace". It is a prevention precautionary statement in the Prevention (P200 series).
Which hazards call for P272?
In the GHS data, P272 is recommended for hazard statements H317.
What type of statement is P272?
P272 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)