GHS precautionary statement
P308: IF exposed or concerned
- P308
- Response
P308 says: “IF exposed or concerned”. It is a response statement. P300 series: what to do after a spill, exposure or fire, including first-aid steps and when to call a poison center or doctor.
About the response group
P300 series: what to do after a spill, exposure or fire, including first-aid steps and when to call a poison center or doctor. See all precautionary statements for the full list.
Hazards that call for P308
The GHS data we compile does not tie P308 to a specific hazard statement. Suppliers select it according to the product's classification and intended use.
Chemicals using P308
No chemicals in our database list P308 in their primary classification yet.
P308 frequently asked questions
What does P308 mean?
P308 says: "IF exposed or concerned". It is a response precautionary statement in the Response (P300 series).
Which hazards call for P308?
The GHS data we compile does not link P308 to specific hazard statements. It is chosen by the supplier based on the product's classification and use.
What type of statement is P308?
P308 is in the Response (P300 series). P300 series: what to do after a spill, exposure or fire, including first-aid steps and when to call a poison center or doctor.
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)