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The Globally Harmonized System (GHS) of Classification and Labelling of Chemicals focuses on the classification of chemicals by the types of hazards that they present.
It also proposes standard hazard communication elements such as labels and safety data sheets. Countries, international organizations, chemical producers and users can all benefit from the harmonization of hazard communications. This will:
- Enhance protection of humans and the environment
- Facilitate international trade in chemicals
- Reduce the need for testing and evaluation, and
- Assist countries and international organizations to ensure the sound management of chemicals.
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Globally Harmonized System of Classification and Labelling of Chemicals Third Revised EditionPublisher: United Nations Release Date: As required Languages: English or French Dimensions: 8.25" x 11.75" (21 cm x 29.85 cm) Shipping Weight: 3.05 lbs. / 1.39 kg Product Code:
This publication, also referred to as the UN "Purple Book", aims at ensuring that information on physical hazards and acute toxicity from chemicals is made 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 a world-wide level, an important factor for trade facilitation. This publication is extremely useful for national and regional governments as well as for those in industries that will ultimately implement the requirements that have been adopted. |
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Globally Harmonized System (GHS) Awareness for Canada and United States
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The goals of this guide are to:
- Increase awareness of the upcoming GHS recommendations
- Summarize the changes the GHS will entail
- Alert you to the impacts the GHS will have on Canadian and US regulations for dangerous or hazardous materials
- For specific information, please refer to the current edition of the UN's "Purple Book".
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