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- Classification of Chemicals
Classification of Chemicals
New system for classifying and labelling chemicals
Introduction
A new system for the Classification and Labelling of hazardous substances and mixtures is in the process of being implemented, part of the United Nations aim to globally harmonise the system for classification and labelling of chemicals.
Within Europe, the Globally Harmonised System (GHS) of Classification and Labeling of Chemicals will be implemented in a set of regulations known as Classification, Labeling and Packaging of Hazardous Substances and Mixtures (CLP).