GB Mandatory Classification and Labeling List for Substances and Mixtures Updated
GENEVA, SWITZERLAND / AGILITYPR.NEWS / March 31, 2025 / SGS, the world’s leading testing, inspection and certification company, has published SafeGuardS 043.25, highlighting the UK’s Health and Safety Executive’s revision of the Great Britain mandatory classification and labeling list (GB MCL list) for substances and mixtures.
The GB MCL list identifies hazardous substances that require legal classification and labeling information to protect workers and consumers.
Announced in February 2025, the sixth edition of the GB MCL list incorporates new or revised mandatory classification and labeling for 46 substances.
The amendments to the list will enter into force on February 15, 2025, with a final compliance deadline of August 15, 2026.
SGS experts publish SafeGuardS to keep stakeholders informed about regulatory changes that could impact their business. SafeGuardS 043.25 includes further details on some of the key chemicals included in the revisions.
Stakeholders are encouraged to refer to the original SafeGuardS 043.25 for more details.
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