In April the 12th adaptation to technical progress (ATP) to the CLP Regulation came into force. The adaption implements the sixth and seventh revised editions to the Globally Harmonised System (GHS) of Classification and Labelling in the EU.
The adaptation includes changes in annexes to the CLP Regulation such as:
- Addition of a new hazard class for desensitised explosives (explosive chemicals in which the explosive properties are suppressed by adding for instance water).
- Addition of a new hazard category for pyrophoric gasses (flammable gasses that are liable to ignite after brief contact with oxygen) in the hazard class for flammable gasses.
- Clarification and consistency in corrections to ensure consistency with GHS terminology.
- Definition of hazard classes has been updated to ensure a consistent terminology.
- References to test methods such as ISO methods or OECD guidelines have been updated to reflect development in test methods.
The rules are effective from 17 October 2020 but may be used for classification and labelling already now.
View 12th adaption of the CLP Regulation in official EU languages
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