Flammable: Flame
The flame pictogram covers flammable gases, aerosols, liquids, and solids. It also indicates pyrophoric substances, self-heating chemicals, and those that emit flammable gases on contact with water.
GHS02 is the most commonly encountered hazard pictogram in workplaces worldwide. It indicates that a substance can catch fire easily under normal conditions or when exposed to heat, sparks, or flames.
The flammability classification depends on the flash point and boiling point of the substance. Category 1 flammable liquids have a flash point below 23°C and a boiling point at or below 35°C, making them extremely dangerous.
Proper storage of flammable materials requires well-ventilated areas away from ignition sources, with appropriate fire suppression equipment readily available.
Hazard Classes
- Flammable Gases (Cat. 1A, 1B, 2)
- Flammable Aerosols (Cat. 1, 2)
- Flammable Liquids (Cat. 1-3)
- Flammable Solids (Cat. 1, 2)
- Pyrophoric Liquids/Solids
- Self-Heating Substances
- Substances Emitting Flammable Gases
Common Examples
- Acetone (flash point -20°C)
- Ethanol
- Propane
- Gasoline
- Methanol
- Toluene
Hazard Statements
- H220: Extremely flammable gas
- H224: Extremely flammable liquid and vapor
- H225: Highly flammable liquid and vapor
- H226: Flammable liquid and vapor
Flash Point → GHS Category
Flash Point → Flammable Liquid Category
Enter your substance's flash point and boiling point to determine the GHS flammability category.
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