Jurisdiction: EU
Commencement: 1st May 2026
Amends: Regulation (EC) 1272/2008 on classification, labelling and packaging of substances and mixtures
Mini Summary
The Regulation (EC) 1272/2008 on classification, labelling and packaging of substances and mixtures introduces a globally harmonised system for classification, labelling and packaging of hazardous chemicals into European law. This Regulation is directly enforceable in EU Member States and is also enforceable in Northern Ireland. (Following the UK’s departure from the EU, this Regulation has been incorporated (with amendments) into law in Great Britain. There is a separate entry which describes the GB version of CLP.)
Duties
Various duties apply and are available to view on the Legislation Update Service.
Amendment
Annex VI – harmonised classification and labelling for certain hazardous substances is updated. The modifications include harmonised classification and labelling for a significant number of substances being introduced, updated or removed.
To allow sufficient time for suppliers to adapt, the changes will apply from 1st May 2026.