EU
SDS & labelling requirements for the European Union
The EU is one of the most prescriptive markets: the SDS must follow CLP Annex II and be in the destination member-state language, not English.
Verified 2026-09-18
Next review 2026-12-17
English summary
KEY REQUIREMENTS
SDS, label and key obligation
LAW
Key legislationREACH (EC 1907/2006) and CLP (EC 1272/2008)
SDS
SDS language & format16-section SDS per CLP Annex I/II, in the language of the destination member state
LABEL
Label requirementCLP label with pictograms, signal word, H/P statements and supplemental information; minimum label sizes apply.
DUTY
Key obligationAssess REACH registration or an only representative (OR) obligation when tonnage is at least 1 t/a.
PREPARE
What to prepare before filing
01
Company and product identityLegal name, address, emergency contact, product name and CAS.
02
Composition and concentrationActual concentration, physical form and any impurities that affect classification.
03
Intended use and downstream usersIndustrial or consumer use, application and exposure scenario.
04
Destination and volumeImporting country, annual volume and whether registration or notification applies.
OTHER MARKETS
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SOURCES
Official sources and review
SOURCES
· CLP (EC 1272/2008) Annex I/II
· REACH (EC 1907/2006)
· ECHA C&L Inventory
Summary notice: This page is an English summary for orientation. It is not legal advice and does not replace the official text or the importer's requirements. Confirm before filing.
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