S-phrases are defined in Annex IV of European UnionDirective 67/548/EEC: Safety advice concerning dangerous substances and preparations. The list was consolidated and republished in Directive 2001/59/EC, where translations into other EU languages may be found.
These safety phrases are used internationally and not just in Europe, and there is an ongoing effort towards complete international harmonization. (Note: missing S-number combinations indicate phrases that were deleted or replaced by another phrase.)
S52: Not recommended for interior use on large surface areas
S53: Avoid exposure - obtain special instructions before use
S56: Dispose of this material and its container at hazardous or special waste collection point
S57: Use appropriate containment to avoid environmental contamination
S59: Refer to manufacturer/supplier for information on recovery/recycling
S60: This material and its container must be disposed of as hazardous waste
S61: Avoid release to the environment. Refer to special instructions/safety data sheet
S62: If swallowed, do not induce vomiting: seek medical advice immediately and show this container or label
S63: In case of accident by inhalation: remove casualty to fresh air and keep at rest
S64: If swallowed, rinse mouth with water (only if the person is conscious)
Combinations
(S1/2): Keep locked up and out of the reach of children
S3/7: Keep container tightly closed in a cool place
S3/7/9: Keep container tightly closed in a cool, well-ventilated place
S3/9/14: Keep in a cool, well-ventilated place away from ... (incompatible materials to be indicated by the manufacturer)
S3/9/14/49: Keep only in the original container in a cool, well-ventilated place away from ... (incompatible materials to be indicated by the manufacturer)
S3/9/49: Keep only in the original container in a cool, well-ventilated place
S3/14 Keep in a cool place away from ... (incompatible materials to be indicated by the manufacturer)
S27/28: After contact with skin, take off immediately all contaminated clothing, and wash immediately with plenty of ... (to be specified by the manufacturer)
S29/35: Do not empty into drains; dispose of this material and its container in a safe way
S29/56: Do not empty into drains, dispose of this material and its container at hazardous or special waste collection point
S36/37: Wear suitable protective clothing and gloves
S36/37/39: Wear suitable protective clothing, gloves and eye/face protection
S36/39: Wear suitable protective clothing and eye/face protection
S37/39: Wear suitable gloves and eye/face protection
S47/49: Keep only in the original container at temperature not exceeding ... °C (to be specified by the manufacturer)
