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The CLP Regulation [1] (for "Classification, Labelling and Packaging" [2]) is a European Union regulation from 2008, which aligns the European Union system of classification, labelling and packaging of chemical substances and mixtures to the Globally Harmonised System (GHS). It is expected to facilitate global trade and the harmonised ...
The pictogram for harmful substances of the Globally Harmonized System of Classification and Labelling of Chemicals.. The Globally Harmonized System of Classification and Labelling of Chemicals (GHS) is an internationally agreed-upon standard managed by the United Nations that was set up to replace the assortment of hazardous material classification and labelling schemes previously used around ...
The classification and labelling scheme introduces a globally harmonised system for categorising the hazard and handling requirements for chemicals in the EU. [14] This worldwide system makes it easier for workers and consumers to know the side-effects of chemicals and how to use products safely because the labels on products are now the same ...
Hazard pictograms form part of the international Globally Harmonized System of Classification and Labelling of Chemicals (GHS). Two sets of pictograms are included within the GHS: one for the labelling of containers and for workplace hazard warnings, and a second for use during the transport of dangerous goods.
Globally Harmonized System of Classification and Labelling of Chemicals (Fourth revised ed.), New York and Geneva: United Nations, 2011, ISBN 978-92-1-117042-9, ST/SG/AC.10/30/Rev.2 ("GHS Rev.4") Globally Harmonized System of Classification and Labelling of Chemicals (Second revised ed.),
Globally Harmonized System of Classification and Labelling of Chemicals; H. GHS hazard pictograms; GHS hazard statements; P. GHS precautionary statements
A number of countries outside of the European Union have started to implement REACH regulations or are in the process of adopting such a regulatory framework to approach a more globalized system of chemicals registration under the Globally Harmonized System of Classification and Labelling of Chemicals (GHS). [18]
Precautionary statements are one of the key elements for the labelling of containers under the GHS, along with: [4] an identification of the product; one or more hazard pictograms (where necessary) a signal word – either Danger or Warning – where necessary; hazard statements, indicating the nature and degree of the risks posed by the product