The Dangerous Preparations Directive

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. 

In principle physico-chemical properties are determined by testing the preparation using EU Annex V methods (a.2) and then comparing the result to the criteria 

Very toxic by acute exposure (by oral, dermal or inhalation administration) 

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A review is given of the relationships between coatings, regulations and the environment. Mention is made of classification and labelling, the dangerous substances directive, the dangerous preparations directive, market restrictions, occupational exposure limits, and solvent controls. 11 refs. 

With regard to preparations, these were regulated by the Dangerous Preparations Directive... 

Chemicals (Hazardous Information and Packaging for Supply - CHIP) Regulations 2002, which implements Directive 67/548/EEC and its seventh amendment 92/32/ EEC, the Dangerous Preparations Directive (99/45/EC) and its amendments, and the Safety Data Sheet Directive (91/155/EEC)... 

The classification and labelling requirements under the Dangerous Preparations Directive 67/548/EEC are implemented by the CHIP Regulations. The Regulations require chemical suppliers to identify the hazards of substances and preparations. Dangerous chemicals then must be packaged suitably, provided with labels and accompanied by additional information for safe use (such as safety data sheets). 

Additionally, annex I contains substance-specific concentration limits for the classification of preparations, which must be applied instead of the common concentration limits of the Dangerous Preparation Directive 1999/45/EC [3-2]. 

For all substances manufactured or imported in quantities of more than 10 tonnes per year, a chemical safety assessment (CSA) has to be carried out and the results summarized in the chemical safety report (CSR). A CSR is not necessary for preparations in which substances are present above the consideration hmit mentioned in the Dangerous Preparation Directive 199/45/EC [8-4] or in annex I of the Dangerous Substance directive 67/548/EEC [8-5]. The CSR should consist of the following sections ... 

Until 1 June 2015 should contain the classification of a mixture according to the Dangerous Preparations Directive (DPD). However, if a mixture is already classified, labelled and packaged according to the CLP regulation, it should also contain the CLP classification of the mixture. 

Classification, packaging and labelling of mixtures of substances (or Preparations ) are covered by Directive 88/379/EEC (known as the Dangerous Preparations Directive ). This Directive replaced the Solvents Directive (73/173/EEC) and the Paints Directive (77/728/EEC). It embodies essentially the same principles as those put forward in the Substances Directive. 

The Dangerous Preparations Directive [4] as amended, for preparations (defined as mixtures or solutions composed of two or more substances, e.g. an intentional solvent blend such as methylated spirits). 

The class cation and labeling of substances is prescribed in Annex VI to the CLP Regulation (EC) No 1272/2008 (as it was formerly done by the supplier using the criteria of Annex VI of the Dangerous Substances Directive 67/548/EEC [EU DSD]). For preparations, like avor and fragrance compounds, the rules of the Dangerous Preparations Directive 1999/45/EC (EU DPD) have to be followed. 

Also the issue of hazard classification and labeling of dangerous substances and preparations, and essential oils containing hazardous components will be addressed and some examples will be given. This relates to the recent publication of the Commission Directive 2006/8/EC amending the Dangerous Preparations Directive 1999/45/EC. 

Contrary to the provisions of the Dangerous Preparation Directive information on every biocidal product, irrespective of whether it is classified as dangerous or not and whether it is intended for professional or consumer use, has to be submitted to the poison control centres. 

The general principles of the classification and the subsequent possible hazard labeling of chemical products are laid down in Art. 4 of the 7th Amendment (Directive 92/32/EEC) to Directive 67/548/EEC for substances and Article 3 of the Dangerous Preparations Directive ( 1999/45/EC) for preparations (mixtures of substances). 

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