Harmonization of the classification and labeling of chemicals in the EU: an overview of the CLP Regulation and Complymarket solutions
The classification, labeling and packaging (CLP) ((EC) ((EC) No 1272/2008) is based on the United Nations global harmonized system (GHS). Its objective is to guarantee a high level of health protection and the environment, as well as the free movement of substances, mixtures and articles. The CLP Regulation modified the Directive of Hazardous Substances (67/548/EEC (DSD)), the Dangerous Preparation Directive (1999/45/EC (DPD)), and Regulation (EC) No 1907/2006 (Reach). Since June 1, 2015, the CLP is the only legislation in force in the EU for the classification and labeling of substances and mixtures.
The CLP establishes detailed criteria for labeling elements, such as pictograms, signaling words and standard statements for hazards, prevention, response, storage and elimination, for each class and danger category. It also establishes general packaging rules to guarantee the safe supply of dangerous substances and mixtures. In addition to hazard communication through labeling requirements, CLP is also the basis of many legislative provisions on chemical risk management.
The notification obligation according to the CLP requires that manufacturers and importers send classification and labeling information for substances that are putting the C&L inventory managed by ECHA on the market.
With the addition of the new Annex VIII to the CLP Regulation in 2017, the poisoning centers now have harmonized information requirements for notifications according to article 45. This information is sent to the designated agencies in the Member State and is used for emergency health responses.
How Comleymarket can help you:
- Our team has extensive experience by providing regulatory support for the CLP directive.
- We offer AD-HOC consulting services to help you guarantee compliance with CLP and other relevant regulations.