CLP Regulation – Revised Rules for Classification, Labeling, and Packaging Enter into Force

CLP Regulation – Revised Rules on Classification, Labeling, and Packaging Enter into Force

The updated Classification, Labeling, and Packaging (CLP) Regulation came into force today. The European Chemicals Agency (ECHA) encourages companies to review their substance portfolios and update classifications where necessary.

The updated CLP Regulation aims to improve the identification and classification of hazardous chemicals, as well as communication about chemical hazards.

The changes include:

• clarifies rules for classification of mixtures and also for substances with more than one constituent;
• emphasises the role of grouping in harmonised classification;
• provides rules for clearer labelling of hazardous chemicals (including digital labels);
• foresees certain changes to the information submitted to and published on the Classification and labelling inventory;
• gives the European Commission the right to ask ECHA or the European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) to prepare proposals for harmonised classification and labelling;
• introduces rules for sale of chemicals at refill stations; and
• clarifies the role of distributors as potential duty holders for poison centre notifications.

Companies should assess and review their portfolio of substances and mixtures and inform ECHA about any new classifications. Companies can do this, for example, by updating their REACH registration dossier or CLP notification.

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