The symbol within the pictogram is an exclamation mark. This symbol indicates that hazardous products with this pictogram can cause certain health effects for example, skin irritation, eye irritation, and/or skin sensitization. Hazardous products with this pictogram can be safely worked with if proper storage and handling practices are followed.

The exclamation mark GHS pictogram is used to indicate a health hazard. This symbol warns of substances or mixtures that may cause less severe health effects or damage; such as irritants (skin and eye), skin sensitizers, acute toxicity, narcotic effects, respiratory tract irritants, and those hazardous to the ozone layer.

The GHS pictogram with an exclamation mark is used on substances that are harmful or irritating. The health effects are acute (set in quickly), but they're less severe than something marked with the toxic symbol. Chemical classes include: Skin, eye, or respiratory tract irritants Skin sensitizers, which cause an allergic response

The simple exclamation mark pictogram is used to indicate that the chemical is an eye or skin irritant. In general, chemicals that require this pictogram are less dangerous than other ones, but safety measures should still be taken whenever it is found.

Exclamation Point: That exclamation point is designed to get your attention quickly, because it indicates a hazard that is acutely toxic. Acutely toxic substances cause damage quickly, can be absorbed in numerous ways (including respiration and skin contact), and can cause damage to eyes, skin, and internal organs with even minute exposure.