CLP/GHS

Harmonization of Chemical Classification and Labelling in the EU: CLP Regulation Review and ComplyMarket Solutions

The Classification, Labelling and Packaging (CLP) Regulation ((EC) No 1272/2008) is based on the United Nations Global System of Harmonization (GHS). The goal is to ensure a high level of health and environmental protection, as well as the free movement of substances, mixtures and goods. The CLP Regulation amends the Hazardous Substances Directive (67/548/EEC (DSD)), the Hazardous Substances Directive (1999/45/EC (DPD)), and Regulation (EC) No 1907/2006 (REACH). Since 1 June 2015, the CLP is the only regulation in force in the EU for the classification and labelling of substances and mixtures.

CLP establishes detailed criteria for labeling elements such as pictograms, signal words, and standard statements for hazard, prevention, response, storage, and disposal, for each hazard class and category. It also establishes general packaging standards to ensure the safe supply of hazardous substances and mixtures. In addition to hazard communication through labeling requirements, the CLP is also the basis for many legislative provisions on chemical risk management.

Notification bonds under the CLP require manufacturers and importers to submit classification and labelling information for substances they market to the C&L Inventory maintained by ECHA.

With the addition of a new Annex VIII to the CLP Regulation in 2017, the poison center now has a harmonized information requirement for notification under Article 45. This information is submitted to the designated body in the Member State and used for emergency health response.

How ComplyMarket Can Help You:

• Our team has extensive experience in providing regulatory support for the CLP directives.
  
• We offer ad-hoc consulting services to help you ensure compliance with the CLP and other relevant regulations.