GHS security labels

GHS labels for the labeling of hazardous substances.

GHS labels are based on the Globally Harmonized System of Classification and Labeling of Chemicals, or GHS for short. This globally uniform system is used to classify chemicals and provides guidelines for their labeling on packaging. Hazard labels can be recognized by the uniform red and white hazard pictograms applied to the package that indicate the hazard of the substance.

On one hand, a distinction is made according to the type of hazard, i.e. whether it is explosive substances, gases and gaseous substances or flammable, liquid substances. Examples of such hazard pictograms are Flammable (left) or Explosive (right):

Labels for hazardous materials: This should be on them.

To make it clear to consumers and users at first glance what hazard the particular substance or object presents, labels on hazardous substances must contain certain mandatory information:

• name of substance
• hazard pictogram
• signal word
• hazard warning
• safety advice
• name, address, phone number of supplier
• nominal quantity
• additional information, if any

A minimum label size is also specified depending on the capacity of the package.

Note: We are not liable for the accuracy of your GHS labels! Before printing, please check that your label contains all mandatory information according to GHS or CLP regulations.

Warning labels and hazard symbols for all industries

At unieketiket.nl, you will also find warning labels with hazard symbols. These are used wherever special caution is required or special rules must be followed, as occupational safety is an extremely important issue for all industries and companies.

• Since the Corona pandemic, mandatory signs (round, blue and white) such as “Wash hands,” “Disinfect hands” or “Keep your distance” have become increasingly important. These safety signs indicate that certain commandments and rules must be followed to ensure everyone’s safety.
• Round, red and white prohibition signs can also be used and contribute to safety in the workplace or in public buildings. One such prohibition sign is the “No Smoking” pictogram. Such prohibition signs are designed to prevent potentially dangerous behavior.
• Another way to point out dangers are so-called warning signs. These triangular, yellow-and-black signs indicate certain danger points that pose a potential hazard, such as “Warning of Electrical Voltage.”

GHS labels and warning stickers from unieketiket.nl

At unieketiket.nl, you will find GHS labels, warning labels and information labels on robust materials suitable for industrial and chemical applications. Our film labels, which are resistant to moisture, chemicals and oils, are particularly suitable for this purpose. An additional film lamination acts as a protective layer, prevents scratches and provides additional tear resistance.

Moreover, you can choose between producing your labels on a roll or on a practical sheet. Labels on rolls are particularly suitable for machine processing. Producing your labels on sheets can be worthwhile if you apply the labels by hand. Film labels on sheets can be finished with a matte or glossy protective varnish. For production reasons, film lamination is only available for labels on rolls.

We will be happy to advise you on our various materials and options for your GHS labels and hazardous goods labels. Please contact us for this: by phone (+31) (0)30 808 05 97 or by e-mail: info@unieketiket.nl.