GHS precautionary statement
P378: Use ... to extinguish
- P378
- Response
P378 says: “Use ... to extinguish”. 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.
The dots (...) mark a blank that the supplier fills in with specific information, such as the equipment, material or temperature that applies to the product.
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 P378
The GHS data we compile does not tie P378 to a specific hazard statement. Suppliers select it according to the product's classification and intended use.
Chemicals using P378
No chemicals in our database list P378 in their primary classification yet.
P378 frequently asked questions
What does P378 mean?
P378 says: "Use ... to extinguish". It is a response precautionary statement in the Response (P300 series).
Which hazards call for P378?
The GHS data we compile does not link P378 to specific hazard statements. It is chosen by the supplier based on the product's classification and use.
What type of statement is P378?
P378 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)