The GB 20579 was referred to  and evolved from the GHS standard in its compiling process by the AQSIQ and SAC, however,  there are some minor distinctions between them.

It details the classification, precautionary labeling and precautionary statements of chemicals for the oxidizing gases

• expounding the determination and classification process for the oxidizing gases by the hazardous properties.

• demonstrating elements of the precautions such as diagrams, designations and hazardous statement;

• setting collocation of the precaution elements;

• providing precaution statements for the substance or mixture, such as physical hazard;

• precautions of health hazards from misuses and exposures;

• measures for accidental treatment;

• Emergency treatment;

• measures for environmental protection and disposals;

• specific statements for the consumers.