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Domain Chemical legislation , REACH , CLP

EN
Definition This system addresses classification of chemicals by types of hazard and proposes harmonized hazard communication elements, including labels and safety data sheets. It aims at ensuring that information on physical hazards and toxicity from chemicals be available in order to enhance the protection of human health and the environment during the handling, transport and use of these chemicals. The GHS also provides a basis for harmonization of rules and regulations on chemicals at national, regional and worldwide level, an important factor also for trade facilitation.
Definition Ref. UNECE (United Nations Economic Commission for Europe), URL: http://www.unece.org/trans/d... (29.01.09).
Related documents Guidance on Classification, Labelling and Packaging (not yet published)
http://www.unece.org/trans/d...


Term

Globally Harmonized System of Classification and Labelling of Chemicals
Reliability
Term Ref. UNECE (United Nations Economic Commission for Europe), URL: http://www.unece.org/trans/d... (29.01.09).
Term Note System developed by the United Nations.


Acronym

GHS
Reliability
Term Ref. UNECE (United Nations Economic Commission for Europe), URL: http://www.unece.org/trans/d... (29.01.09).