GHS REFERENCE / P-CODES / P241

P241 — Use explosion-proof electrical, ventilating, lighting equipment

A prevention statement from GHS Annex 3 — the precautionary half of the label language on SDSs and containers.

At a glance

Official statementUse explosion-proof electrical, ventilating, lighting equipment.
GroupPrevention (P2xx)

Which hazards call for P241

Our engine assigns P241 whenever a product carries any of these hazard statements:

H224Extremely flammable liquid and vapor.
H225Highly flammable liquid and vapor.
H226Flammable liquid and vapor.
Reference information, not legal or professional advice. Statement texts and allocations follow GHS Rev 9 / 29 CFR 1910.1200 Appendix C as implemented by our classification engine; the regulatory text and agency practice control. Claims last reviewed July 23, 2026.

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