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erties, structure, or use. The goal is to identify potential hazards to human health and the environment.

How are chemicals classified?

Globally Harmonized System (GHS)

An internationally agreed-upon system for classifying chemicals by their physical, health, and environmental hazards.
Hazard classes

Chemicals are divided into hazard classes that determine how they should be handled, stored, and used safely.
Chemical properties

Chemicals can be classified by their physical properties, such as flammability, volatility, or pressure.
Uses

Chemicals can be classified by their intended use, such as pesticides.
Structure

Chemicals can be classified by their chemical structure, such as hydrocarbons.

Why do we classify chemicals?

Chemical classification helps ensure that chemicals are used safely, and that the risks to people and the environment are understood. It also helps determine what equipment and procedures are needed to use chemicals safely.

Examples of chemical classes:

Explosives, Flammable gases, Flammable liquids, Flammable solids, Oxidizing gases, and Self-reactive substances.

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