GHS precautionary statement
P342: If experiencing respiratory symptoms
- P342
- Response
P342 says: “If experiencing respiratory symptoms”. 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 P342
The GHS data we compile does not tie P342 to a specific hazard statement. Suppliers select it according to the product's classification and intended use.
Chemicals using P342
No chemicals in our database list P342 in their primary classification yet.
P342 frequently asked questions
What does P342 mean?
P342 says: "If experiencing respiratory symptoms". It is a response precautionary statement in the Response (P300 series).
Which hazards call for P342?
The GHS data we compile does not link P342 to specific hazard statements. It is chosen by the supplier based on the product's classification and use.
What type of statement is P342?
P342 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)