Henkel Adhesive Technologies. Implementation of the Globally Harmonized System of Classification and Labeling of Chemicals (GHS)

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1 Henkel Adhesive Technologies Implementation of the Globally Harmonized System of Classification and Labeling of Chemicals (GHS)

2 What is GHS? Globally Harmonized System of Classification and Labeling of Chemicals GHS was developed by the United Nations to promote a universal standard for hazard classification and hazard communication around the world. The standard is not compulsory. Participating countries are allowed to adopt only portions and determine implementation timing. While GHS is a significant step toward the development of a single global standard, it will not lead to true global harmonization due to specific regional/ country regulatory differences. 2

3 Area of change at Henkel Hazard Classification Safety Data Sheets (SDS) HMIS Every industrial product label and every safety data sheet will be affected by these changes 3

4 Hazard Classification Hazard Classification Safety Data Sheets (SDSs) HMIS Each chemical mixture manufactured/imported by Henkel (and other chemical manufacturers) must be classified according to the new GHS criteria New hazard classes and categories Current hazard determinations are likely to change 4

5 Safety Data Sheet (SDS) Hazard Classification Safety Data Sheets (SDSs) HMIS Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) renamed Safety Data Sheet (SDS) Specified 16-section format Hazard class and category Prescribed hazard statement(s) for each hazard class and category Pictogram(s) Prescribed precautionary statements No HMIS rating 5

6 Hazard Classification Safety Data Sheets (SDSs) HMIS Harmonized signal words WARNING(less severe) or DANGER(more severe) No longer using CAUTION Prescribed hazard statement(s) for each hazard class and category Pictogram(s) with red border Prescribed precautionary statements No HMIS rating 6

7 Hazard Classification Safety Data Sheets (SDSs) HMIS HCS Pictograms Health Hazard Flame Aspiration toxicity Carcinogenicity Germ cell mutagenicity Emits flammable gas Flammable Self-heating Self-reactive Target organ toxicity Respiratory sensitization Reproductive toxicity Organic peroxide Pyrophoric Aerosols Exclamation Mark Acute toxicity (harmful) Irritant Narcotic effects Respiratory tract irritation Skin sensitization Hazardous to the Ozone layer 7

8 Hazard Classification Safety Data Sheets (SDSs) HMIS HCS Pictograms Gases under pressure Oxidisers Gas Cylinder Flame over Circle Corrosives Environmental toxicity Corrosion Environment Exploding Bomb Explosives Organic peroxide Self-reactives Skull and Crossbones Acute toxicity (severe) 8

9 Hazardous Materials Identification System (HMIS) Hazard Classification Safety Data Sheets (SDSs) HMIS HMIS ratings will no longer be provided on Henkel safety data sheets and industrial labels Henkel s decision is based on the fact that the HMIS rating system is inconsistent with the GHS hazard rating system Hazard ratings under HMIS go from 0 (low hazard) to 4 (high hazard) Hazard ratings under GHS go from 5 (low hazard) to 1 (high hazard) Use of both systems could lead to confusion and injuries 9

10 Henkel Adhesive Technologies GHS Implementation Timeline Transition Period Implementation Beginning August 2014: Systems and Data Preparation GHS Safety Data Sheet (SDS) template and industrial labels will be rolled out. During this period both old and new formats for SDS and labels will be used. Singapore by Q Q : All SDSs and industrial labels will be compliant with GHS. Hazard Communication Standard Hazard communication (training) internal & external customers September November 2014: Customer will be notified of Henkel GHS Implementation Timeline and plan 10 December 16, 2014 South East Asia White Spots & Way forward

11 After the GHS implementation you should Expect NOT expect Changes in Material Safety Data Master Sheets (MSDS) renamed Safety Data Sheet (SDS) for Henkel products due to new classifications of raw materials New content of the label of Henkel products Any impact on the formulation of Henkel products Changes in existing certificates of Henkel products Some changes in outer packaging of Henkel products 11 11

12 GHS Contact Please contact your sales engineer should you have any further questions Henkel GHS implementation and information Additional resources: The information provided within this document is for reference purposes only and reflects Henkel s understanding and actions underway to address GHS. We encourage customers and distributors to consult their own regulatory advisors and legal counsel regarding specific actions within their company. 12

13 Thank you!