Globally harmonized system of classification and labelling of chemicals (GHS)
Contributors: United Nations. Economic Commission for Europe. Secretariat
Edition: 2nd rev. ed
Publisher: United Nations
Published: 2007
Place of publication: New York
Language: eng
Number of pages: 555
ISBN-13: 9789211169577
Subjects: Hazardous substances -- Classification; Hazardous substances -- Health aspects; Hazardous substances -- Labeling
Other titles: GHS
Description: The GHS addresses classification of chemicals by types of hazard and proposes harmonized hazard communication elements, including labels and safety data sheets. It aims at ensuring that information on physical hazards and toxicity from chemicals be available in order to enhance the protection of human health and the environment during the handling, transport and use of these chemicals. The GHS also provides a basis for harmonization of rules and regulations on chemicals at national, regional and worldwide level, an important factor also for trade facilitation. This second revised edition includes a set of new amendments.--Publisher's description.
Notes: "ST/SG/AC.10/30/Rev.2."

"This publication has been prepared by the Secretariat of the United Nations Economic Commission for Europe"--P. iv

Includes bibliographical references