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GHS09

Environmental Hazard

Aquatic environmental hazards

What does GHS09 mean?

The environmental hazard pictogram indicates substances that are acutely or chronically toxic to aquatic life (H400–H413) or harm the ozone layer (H420). Even small releases can cause lasting ecological damage to water systems.

Associated H-statements (7)

H400 Very toxic to aquatic life.
H401 Toxic to aquatic life.
H410 Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects.
H411 Toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects.
H412 Harmful to aquatic life with long lasting effects.
H413 May cause long lasting harmful effects to aquatic life.
H420 Harms public health and the environment by destroying ozone in the upper atmosphere.

Storage & handling requirements

Do not allow entry to drains, waterways, or soil. Use bunded storage areas. Spill containment equipment must be available. Disposal must comply with local water authority regulations. Contact emergency services immediately for significant spills near water.

Regulatory context (CLP / OSHA / REACH)

CLP Aquatic Acute Cat. 1 (H400) and Chronic Cat. 1–4 (H410–H413). EU Water Framework Directive (2000/60/EC) sets environmental quality standards. Priority substances under Annex II may face market restrictions. REACH registration requires aquatic toxicity data.

Transport marking: GHS vs ADR/DOT

Environmentally hazardous substances (aquatic) transported under ADR as Class 9 or with marine pollutant mark (MP). IMDG Code requires marine pollutant label for sea transport. PP1 packaging provision applies for small quantities.

GHS09 — Environmental Hazard

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Substances classified with GHS09

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