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Ministry of Social Affairs and Health Decree on chemical classification principles and labelling (No. 807 of 2001).

Country
Type of law
Regulation
Source


Abstract
This Decree lays down provisions on the classification principles, packaging, and labelling of chemicals referred to in section 19 of the Chemicals Act and articles 5 and 16 of the Chemicals Decree. It applies to preparations which have been classified as dangerous under this Decree or contain at least one substance classified as dangerous. The Decree also applies to preparations for which a safety data sheet must be drawn up under section 17 of the Chemicals Act or are packed or labelled in a special manner as specified. Chemicals may be classified as being dangerous for the environment.
Date of text
Entry into force notes
This Decree enters into force on 1 October 2001.
Repealed
No
Source language

English

Legislation Amendment
No