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\/<\/span><\/p>\n Ukraine is transitioning to European standards for chemical product management in accordance with the Law \u201cOn Ensuring Chemical Safety and Chemical Product Management.\u201d What this means for business:<\/strong> The new Law introduces clear definitions such as: \u201cchemical substance,\u201d \u201chazardous substance,\u201d \u201chighly hazardous substance,\u201d \u201crisk assessment,\u201d \u201csafety assessment,\u201d etc. The Technical Regulation on classification, labeling and packaging (TR CMP) is harmonized with Regulation (EC) No 1272\/2008 (CLP).<\/p>\n Key requirements:<\/strong><\/p>\n how to determine the hazardous properties of substances and mixtures;<\/p>\n<\/li>\n which pictograms and signal words to apply;<\/p>\n<\/li>\n how to correctly use hazard (H) statements and precautionary (P) statements;<\/p>\n<\/li>\n how a GHS-compliant label must look;<\/p>\n<\/li>\n the 10th edition of GHS has been in force since 2023.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n The second major document is the Technical Regulation based on REACH (Regulation (EC) No 1907\/2006).<\/p>\n It regulates:<\/p>\n registration of chemical substances;<\/p>\n<\/li>\n risk assessment;<\/p>\n<\/li>\n authorisation for the use of Substances of Very High Concern (SVHC);<\/p>\n<\/li>\n restrictions for certain components.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n For manufacturers of furniture and coatings (paints, lacquers, adhesives), this means the need to analyse the components of glues, varnishes, paints for potential restrictions and REACH requirements.<\/p>\n The State Environmental Inspectorate is the designated market surveillance authority for chemical products.<\/p>\n Its legal powers include:<\/strong><\/p>\n control of labeling and safety;<\/p>\n<\/li>\n requesting documentation (Safety Data Sheets, instructions);<\/p>\n<\/li>\n checking the implementation of risk-mitigation measures;<\/p>\n<\/li>\n applying sanctions.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n A training course for 49 employees of the State Environmental Inspectorate was held on 19\u201321 November 2025 with OSCE support.<\/p>\n Course specifics:<\/strong><\/p>\n preparation for applying the CLP Technical Regulation;<\/p>\n<\/li>\n study of practical labeling cases;<\/p>\n<\/li>\n final testing by December 1. On November 20, an open online seminar was held with 388 participants<\/strong> from business, education and NGOs (including UAFM members).<\/p>\n https:\/\/livingplanet.org.ua\/images\/2025\/metodychnyy_posibnyk_clp.pdf<\/a><\/p>\n The guide, prepared in a Q&A format, includes:<\/p>\n explanations of the CLP Regulation requirements;<\/p>\n<\/li>\n examples of correct and incorrect labeling;<\/p>\n<\/li>\n clarification on hazard classification;<\/p>\n<\/li>\n recommendations for businesses on preparing for inspections.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n Useful for:<\/p>\n manufacturers;<\/p>\n<\/li>\n importers;<\/p>\n<\/li>\n distributors;<\/p>\n<\/li>\n regulatory authorities;<\/p>\n<\/li>\n all professionals working with chemical products.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n According to the Ministry of Economy:<\/p>\n the focus shifts from punishment to prevention;<\/p>\n<\/li>\n supervisory functions will be integrated into a single authority;<\/p>\n<\/li>\n processes will be digitalised;<\/p>\n<\/li>\n laboratory capacity will be strengthened;<\/p>\n<\/li>\n 24\/7 rapid response will be implemented.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n For businesses this means:<\/strong><\/p>\n more predictable procedures;<\/p>\n<\/li>\n fewer chaotic inspections;<\/p>\n<\/li>\n clear requirements for documentation and labeling.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n Companies manufacturing, importing or supplying chemical products or goods containing chemicals must:<\/p>\n identify hazardous properties according to GHS criteria;<\/p>\n<\/li>\n prepare required labeling elements (pictograms, signal words, H- and P-statements);<\/p>\n<\/li>\n submit classification and hazard information to the Ministry.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n It is necessary to:<\/p>\n compile a full list of substances included in products and used in processes;<\/p>\n<\/li>\n obtain or update Safety Data Sheets (SDS) for each substance or mixture;<\/p>\n<\/li>\n determine which substances require state registration.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n All substances subject to registration must be submitted to the Ministry and undergo preliminary registration \u2014 mandatory for:<\/p>\n manufacturers,<\/p>\n<\/li>\n importers,<\/p>\n<\/li>\n suppliers and distributors,<\/p>\n<\/li>\n other market operators.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n Businesses must update:<\/p>\n labels according to hazard classification;<\/p>\n<\/li>\n warning elements;<\/p>\n<\/li>\n user information;<\/p>\n<\/li>\n safe packaging requirements.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n The SDS must be prepared or revised according to new requirements:<\/p>\n structure and content must comply with the Technical Regulation;<\/p>\n<\/li>\n information must match the actual classification and labeling.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n Companies must:<\/p>\n appoint responsible persons;<\/p>\n<\/li>\n introduce internal audits of chemical products;<\/p>\n<\/li>\n maintain and regularly update documentation;<\/p>\n<\/li>\n prepare for possible inspections.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n Businesses can perform all procedures independently or seek support from consultants.<\/p>\n \/<\/span><\/p>\n \u00a0+38 099 642 81 57<\/strong> (WhatsApp, Telegram, Viber) \/<\/span><\/p>\n Useful links:<\/p>\n Additional explanations<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n \/<\/span><\/p>\n
CLP (Classification, Labelling and Packaging) is a technical regulation establishing a unified system for classifying hazards and labeling chemical substances, aligned with the global UN GHS system.<\/p>\n
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2. The Chemical Safety Law \u2014 the Foundation of Change<\/strong><\/h3>\n
These terms are essential for the proper application of CLP and REACH requirements.<\/p>\n\/<\/span><\/h3>\n
3. CLP: What the Technical Regulation Covers<\/strong><\/h3>\n
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4. REACH: Registration and Control of Chemical Substances<\/strong><\/h3>\n
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5. The Role of the State Environmental Inspectorate<\/strong><\/h3>\n
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6. Large-Scale Training for Inspectors in November 2025<\/strong><\/h3>\n
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7. CLP Methodological Guide: Uniqueness and Value<\/strong><\/h3>\n
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8. Market Surveillance Reform \u2014 What Changes for Businesses<\/strong><\/h3>\n
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9. Action Plan for Businesses<\/strong><\/h3>\n
1. Conduct classification of chemical product hazards<\/strong><\/h4>\n
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2. Conduct an inventory of chemical substances in products<\/strong><\/h4>\n
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3. Submit preliminary state registration of chemical substances<\/strong><\/h4>\n
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5. Update or create Safety Data Sheets (SDS)<\/strong><\/h4>\n
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6. Establish an internal chemical safety system<\/strong><\/h4>\n
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