There are new classifications in the environmental field that provide a statement about particularly persistent substances since 20.04.2023 in the European Union: PBT and vPvB. The hazard class is called… Continue reading New classification PBT and vPvB
Tag: CLP Regulation
PCN and SDS creation go hand in hand
Both the European Product Notification (PCN) and the Safety Data Sheet (SDS) provide information on hazards of dangerous substances. But they do this with different objectives. Nevertheless, there are many… Continue reading PCN and SDS creation go hand in hand
Fire and explosion hazard with hazardous substances (Part 1 of 2)
The fire and explosion hazard is a key factor in determining whether or not the hazardous substance is suitable for one’s business. For example, there may be no local exhaust… Continue reading Fire and explosion hazard with hazardous substances (Part 1 of 2)
Notification obligation for PCN – what does this cover?
Basics of the notification obligation for PCN The notification obligation is based on the CLP Regulation, Article 45. This affects all mixtures which are classified as hazardous to health (H3XX)… Continue reading Notification obligation for PCN – what does this cover?
What determines if a substance is a hazardous substance?
A substance becomes a hazardous substance if … … it is dangerous? In other words, a substance is a hazardous substance when it has been classified and has been labelled?… Continue reading What determines if a substance is a hazardous substance?
PCN: What happens if a UFI is missing?
Those following the new PCN (Poison Centres Notification) legislation have most likely asked themselves the question – what happens if the premixture UFI is missing? Specifications for components in the… Continue reading PCN: What happens if a UFI is missing?
EuPCS – new categorisation for the European notification
EuPCS stands for “European product categorisation system” and is an integral part of the new European Product Change Notification from the start of 2020. In all likelihood, some of our… Continue reading EuPCS – new categorisation for the European notification
The link between “damaging to eyes” and “skin corrosive” in the EU law on hazardous substances
Regulation (EC) No. 1272/2008 (CLP), the law on hazardous substances at European level for the classification, labelling and packaging of substances and mixtures, distinguishes between harmful effects on the eye… Continue reading The link between “damaging to eyes” and “skin corrosive” in the EU law on hazardous substances
The Ordinance on Hazardous Substances has been updated. What is new?
An updated Ordinance on Hazardous Substances (GefStoffV) has been available since November. This update provides continuity with the European Regulation (EC) No. 1272/2008 (CLP) and its designations. The regulation for… Continue reading The Ordinance on Hazardous Substances has been updated. What is new?