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EU-Wide Audit on Hazardous Mixtures in Products

The European Chemicals Agency (ECHA) has launched a pivotal project aimed at enforcing hazardous materials regulations across various consumer products. This initiative has left many suppliers feeling the heat as the EU prepares for an extensive audit focused on hazardous mixtures governed by the Classification, Labeling and Packaging (CLP) and…
Hawk SEM
11/09/24
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Hazardous Compliance Explained: Environmental vs. Transportation

Understanding the responsibility for safety data sheets and chemical labeling is imperative to ensuring compliance with safety regulations. We’ve provided a complete guide on understanding hazardous compliance and responsibilities here. But what about the implications of hazardous materials from an environmental standpoint vs transportation requirements? Are these regulations different? Whenever…
Alex Milan
09/30/24
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Hazardous Compliance Explained: Defining Hazardous

Manufacturers and distributors alike are subject to compliance, but attitudes toward compliance from those entities range from blissful ignorance to deliberate defiance. But navigating the laws and agencies can prove challenging at best. The goal of this article series is to provide insight into the communication and handling of what…
Alex Milan
09/27/24
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Hazardous Compliance Explained: Understanding Responsibility

To fully grasp the responsibility of hazardous chemical compliance, it's crucial first to define what constitutes a hazardous substance. But what exactly is a hazardous substance? Previously, we explored the meaning of "hazardous" and noted that each regulatory agency uses its own terminology. Although the criteria for classifying these terms—such…
Alex Milan
09/11/24
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Common Mistakes in Hazard Communication: What Manufacturers, Distributors, and Importers Need to Know

For any jurisdiction, effective hazard communication is crucial in ensuring workplace safety and compliance with regulations. Yet, despite its importance, many manufacturers, distributors, and importers stumble in their hazard communication efforts. These missteps can lead to serious consequences, from workplace accidents to legal issues. Uncovering common mistakes made to avoid…
Alex Milan
08/23/24