One of the main purposes of the CLP is to determine whether the characteristics of substances and mixtures are such so as to classify them as hazardous. The danger labelling therefore warns the user of the risk involved and prevents exposure.
What is the CLP regulation?
The CLP (Classification, Labelling and Packaging) is EC Regulation no. 1272/2008, which deals with the classification, labelling and packaging of substances and mixtures. It entered into force in Member States on 20 January 2009. The Regulation of the European Parliament and of the Council of 16 December 2008 modifies and repeals Directives 67/548 /EEC and 1999/45 /EC and also modifies the EC REACH Regulation no. 1907/2006 . The CLP is based on previous criteria for preparations and hazardous substances, but it also aims at harmonizing international classification and labelling procedures. The Regulation applies to all substances and mixtures and includes pesticides and biocides. Starting from 1st December 2010, substances are to be classified and labelled according to the new regulation and this classification and labelling of dangerous substances and those registered under REACH are to be reported to the European Chemical Agency, ECHA, Department of Inventory of Classifications and Labelling.
What has changed as from June 1, 2015
As from 1st June 2015, however, the same procedures applies to blended mixtures as well. A two year exemption for substances already on the market prior to December 1, 2010 to December 1, 2012 was granted. The exemption also applies to blends found on the market before 1st June 2015 exempted to 1st June , 2017. However, the manufacturer or importer of these mixtures may decide to apply the requirements for blended mixtures prior to the deadline. The CLP applies to suppliers, i.e. manufacturers, importers, users, distributors and retailers of substances and mixtures. Among the main purposes of the CLP is the determination of whether a certain substance or mixture has such characteristics so as to classify it as hazardous. The danger labelling warns the user of the risk involved and prevents exposure. The CLP, furthermore, establishes packaging rules and safety guarantees for hazardous substances and mixtures. The Regulation considers that the trade in substances and mixtures is related not only to the domestic market but also internationally. To increase international trade, and at the same time respect the environment and people’s health, the CLP establishes very accurate criteria with regard to the classification, labelling and packaging of substances and mixtures.
Jan 9 2017
CLP regulation: what has changed as from 1st June 2015
What is the CLP regulation?
The CLP (Classification, Labelling and Packaging) is EC Regulation no. 1272/2008, which deals with the classification, labelling and packaging of substances and mixtures. It entered into force in Member States on 20 January 2009. The Regulation of the European Parliament and of the Council of 16 December 2008 modifies and repeals Directives 67/548 /EEC and 1999/45 /EC and also modifies the EC REACH Regulation no. 1907/2006 . The CLP is based on previous criteria for preparations and hazardous substances, but it also aims at harmonizing international classification and labelling procedures. The Regulation applies to all substances and mixtures and includes pesticides and biocides. Starting from 1st December 2010, substances are to be classified and labelled according to the new regulation and this classification and labelling of dangerous substances and those registered under REACH are to be reported to the European Chemical Agency, ECHA, Department of Inventory of Classifications and Labelling.
What has changed as from June 1, 2015
As from 1st June 2015, however, the same procedures applies to blended mixtures as well. A two year exemption for substances already on the market prior to December 1, 2010 to December 1, 2012 was granted. The exemption also applies to blends found on the market before 1st June 2015 exempted to 1st June , 2017. However, the manufacturer or importer of these mixtures may decide to apply the requirements for blended mixtures prior to the deadline. The CLP applies to suppliers, i.e. manufacturers, importers, users, distributors and retailers of substances and mixtures. Among the main purposes of the CLP is the determination of whether a certain substance or mixture has such characteristics so as to classify it as hazardous. The danger labelling warns the user of the risk involved and prevents exposure. The CLP, furthermore, establishes packaging rules and safety guarantees for hazardous substances and mixtures. The Regulation considers that the trade in substances and mixtures is related not only to the domestic market but also internationally. To increase international trade, and at the same time respect the environment and people’s health, the CLP establishes very accurate criteria with regard to the classification, labelling and packaging of substances and mixtures.
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