Dangerous Substances Directive (67/548/EEC) - Labelling Requirements

Labelling Requirements

(Arts. 23-25) In general, the label on the packaging of a dangerous substance or preparation must clearly indicate the following items:

• The name of the substance; (for substances listed in Annex I, the name indicated must be one of those listed in the Annex (many substances appear in the Annex under different synonyms): otherwise, the name should be "internationally recognized")
• The name, full address and telephone number of the person or company which has placed the substance on the market (manufacturer, importer or distributor);
• The danger symbols, if any;
• The standard phrases, if any; (certain exemptions are permitted)
• The EINECS number or equivalent;
• For substances listed in Annex I, the words EEC label.