Biochrom AG introduces new hazard labels
New labelling valid from December 1, 2010
Since December 2010, substances need to be labelled using new hazard symbols based on an international standardised system in order to comply with the EU regulation on the Globally Harmonized System of Classification and Labelling of Chemicals (GHS). After a certain transitional period, previously used symbols, such as the black skull and crossbones on orange background, may no longer be used. From 2015, mixtures need to be labelled in a standardised manner and in accordance with the new system.
The new hazard symbols feature red diamond frames with black symbols on a white background. The previous symbols (pictograms) are added by some new ones, while certain symbols (such as the X symbol with its many different meanings) no longer apply. Beneath the hazard pictograms, you may additionally find the signal words “warning” or “danger”. The new system features more criteria to rate hazards and new classification criteria. This may lead to the fact that certain products are classified differently with regard to the hazards they pose. H statements (hazard statements) and P statements (precautionary statements) replace the R and S phrases that have been used in the past.
Biochrom AG is already using the new system for its substances and mixtures of substances, such as collagenase, trypsin and HEPES dry substance. As a consequence, safety data sheets for those products have been revised completely. During the transitional period, classification and labelling of mixtures will then be phased in to the new system as well.
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