Labeling of Dangerous Preparations

In general, dangerous preparations have to be labeled in accordance with the requirements of Dangerous Preparation Directive 1999/45/EC [4-3]. The requirements are similar to those for dangerous substances, with some special exceptions. 

The trade name or designation of the preparation has to be noted on the label. The chemical names of the substances present in the preparation have to be mentioned, with the following rules  

In general, only four chemical names need to be mentioned on the label, except for some special cases. 

The choice of the danger symbols follows the same rules as those described for dangerous substances in the previous paragraph, and also for the selection of the R-phrases, S-phrases, and name of the company. 

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EEC Directive amending Directive 88/379/EEC relating to the classification, packaging and labelling of dangerous preparations. 

There is an EU scheme for classification and labelling of dangerous preparations (i.e., formulations of substances) the Dangerous Preparations Directive (DPD) (a. 7). The EU supplier has to keep a record of the evaluation for inspection by the regulatory authorities. There is no obligation to conduct new studies, but the available information has to be used and interpreted according to the DSD and DPD. 

EU (1988) Council Directive 88/379/EEC of 7 June 1988 on the approximation of the laws, regulations and administrative provisions of the Member States relating to the classification, packaging and labelling of dangerous preparations. Official Journal L 187,16/07/1988 P. 0014 - 0030... 

Directive for the Classification, Packaging, and Labelling of Dangerous Preparations (88/379/EEC), and amendments. 

Classification and labelling of dangerous preparations (Directive 88/379/EEC) / Practical Handbook - Commission of the European Communities, Directorate-General Internal Market and Industrial Affairs (Luxembourg Office for Official Publications of the EC, 1992), ISBN 92-826-... 

The EC scheme for classification and labelling of dangerous preparations (ie, formulated products consisting of a mixture of substances) is specified in Council Directive 88/379/EEC [19]. This scheme can now be used in all EC Member States, even though some have not yet officially adopted it. Alternatively, national provisions can continue to be used until Council Directive 88/379/EEC is incorporated into the national legislation. Council Directive 88/379/EEC was adopted on 7 June 1988, and was scheduled to be brought into force by 7 June 1991. 

Martens, M., Mosselmans, G., Fumero, S., Jacobs, G. and L ontaine, A. (1984) Some thoughts on a possible regulatory approach at EEC level to the classification and labeling of dangerous preparations. Reg, Toxicol Pharmacol, 4, 145-56. 

Classification, Packaging and Labeling of Dangerous Preparations. Council Directive 88/379/ EEC. 

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