CLP/GHS

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

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

CLP establishes detailed criteria for labeling elements such as official descriptions, images for hazard, prevention, response, storage and disposal for each hazard class and category. It also sets general packaging standards for the safe supply of hazardous substances and mixtures. CLP forms the basis of many legal regulations on the risk management of chemicals, as well as the communication of hazards through labeling requirements.

CLP obliges manufacturers and importers to submit classification and labeling information for the substances they market to the C&L Inventory held by ECHA.

2017, poison advisory centres now have harmonized information requirements for notifications under Article 45. This information is sent to designated organisations in the member state and is used for the immediate health response.

ComplyMarket Can Help You:

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