The CLP (classification, labelling and packaging), Regulation (CE) 1272/2008
Regulation on classification, labeling and packaging of substances and mixtures (CLP) entered into force in January 2009 and the method of classification and labeling of chemicals from it introduced is based on the global system harmonized United Nations (UN GHS).
The regulation will replace over time the previous two pieces of legislation, namely the directive on hazardous substances and the Directive on dangerous preparations, with a transition period until 2015.
Together with Biocides Regulations, another major challenge for manufacturers of insecticides and rodenticides.
The European Chemicals Agency (ECHA) is the driving force among regulatory authorities in implementing the EU’s groundbreaking chemicals legislation for the benefit of human health and the environment as well as for innovation and competitiveness. ECHA helps companies to comply with the legislation, advances the safe use of chemicals, provides information on chemicals and addresses chemicals of concern.
