Legal Consequences of Classification

A BAuA database enables users to ascertain quickly and comprehensively, whether the chemicals they use are subject to the legal standards based on their classification.

The information in the database allows the derivation of possible consequences for the application and use of the substances. Users can also see how the legal consequences are constituted and to whom they are addressed. The database consists of two components: On the one hand, it contains the consequences which are directly linked to the CLP Regulation, and on the other hand, the regulations which are still linked to the old law (Directives 1999/45/EC and 67/548/EEC). The database was updated through a research in 2019.

The BAuA has compiled the database to the best of their knowledge. However, the database does not raise claims to completeness or accuracy of the information. It can be used as a supportive tool, but does not free users from their obligation to check the area of law which is relevant to them.

Database of legal consequences according to the CLP (part A) (in German language)

Database of legal consequences according to the Dangerous Substances / Preparations Directive (part B) (in German language)

Publications

Investigating legal consequences of classification according to Regulation (EC) No 1272/2008 in the context of an update and revision of the database "Legal consequences of classification"

baua: Report 2020

(in German)

In November 2015, the Federal Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (BAuA) published the results of a legal opinion of the Federal Ministry of Labor and Social Affairs entitled "Legal consequences of German and European law from the classification of substances and mixtures under Regulation …

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