Classification and Labelling

New Classification Regulation

The CLP Regulation on classification and labelling of substances and mixtures (CLP) came into force on 20 January 2009. Swedish regulations (KIFS 2005:5) (the Classification List) ceased to apply on 1 June 2009 (amendment KIFS 2009:4).

The binding, harmonised classification of Annex VI to the CLP Regulation applies.

Read more about the new Classification Regulation.


KIFS regulations (KIFS 2005:7) on the classification and labelling of chemical products will apply during a transitional period until 2015, in parallell with the CLP Regulation.

These pages provide guidance information.

Last updated: 2009-08-06
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