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  "url": "https://openlegislation.uk/eu-directive-2006-8/annex",
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  "legislation": "eudr/2006/8",
  "legislation_title": "Commission Directive 2006/8/EC of 23 January 2006 amending, for the purposes of their adaptation to technical progress, Annexes II, III and V to Directive 1999/45/EC of the European Parliament and of the Council concerning the approximation of the laws, regulations and administrative provisions of the Member States relating to the classification, packaging and labelling of dangerous preparations (Text with EEA relevance)",
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  "text": "Directive 1999/45/EC is amended as follows:\n1.. Annex II is amended as follows:\n(a) table VI is replaced by the following table:\n‘\nTable VI\nIn cases where the preparation is assigned R49 and R40, both R phrases shall be kept, because R40 does not distinguish between the exposure routes, whereas R49 is only assigned for the inhalation route.\nClassification of the substance\nClassification of the preparation\nCategories 1 and 2\nCategory 3\nCarcinogenic substances of category 1 or 2 with R45 or R49\nConcentration ≥ 0,1 %\ncarcinogenic\nR45, R49 obligatory as appropriate\nCarcinogenic substances of category 3 with R40\nConcentration ≥ 1 %\ncarcinogenic\nR40 obligatory (unless already assigned R45 )\nMutagenic substances of category 1 or 2 with R46\nConcentration ≥ 0,1 %\nmutagenic\nR46 obligatory\nMutagenic substances of category 3 with R68\nConcentration ≥ 1 %\nmutagenic\nR68 obligatory (unless already assigned R46)\nSubstances “toxic for reproduction” of category 1 or 2 with R60 (fertility)\nConcentration ≥ 0,5 %\ntoxic for reproduction (fertility)\nR60 obligatory\nSubstances “toxic for reproduction” of category 3 with R62 (fertility)\nConcentration ≥ 5 %\ntoxic for reproduction (fertility)\nR62 obligatory (unless already assigned R60)\nSubstances “toxic for reproduction” of category 1 or 2 with R61 (development)\nConcentration ≥ 0,5 %\ntoxic for reproduction (development)\nR61 obligatory\nSubstances “toxic for reproduction” of category 3 with R63 (development)\nConcentration ≥ 5 %\ntoxic for reproduction (development)\nR63 obligatory (unless already assigned R61)\n’\n(b) table VI A is replaced by the following table:\n‘\nTable VI A\nIn cases where the preparation is assigned R49 and R40, both R phrases shall be kept, because R40 does not distinguish between the exposure routes, whereas R49 is only assigned for the inhalation route.\nClassification of the substance\nClassification of the preparation\nCategories 1 and 2\nCategory 3\nCarcinogenic substances of category 1 or 2 with R45 or R49\nConcentration ≥ 0,1 %\ncarcinogenic\nR45, R49 obligatory as appropriate\nCarcinogenic substances of category 3 with R40\nConcentration ≥ 1 %\ncarcinogenic\nR40 obligatory (unless already assigned R45 )\nMutagenic substances of category 1 or 2 with R46\nConcentration ≥ 0,1 %\nmutagenic\nR46 obligatory\nMutagenic substances of category 3 with R68\nConcentration ≥ 1 %\nmutagenic\nR68 obligatory (unless already assigned R46)\nSubstances “toxic for reproduction” of category 1 or 2 with R60 (fertility)\nConcentration ≥ 0,2 %\ntoxic for reproduction (fertility)\nR60 obligatory\nSubstances “toxic for reproduction” of category 3 with R62 (fertility)\nConcentration ≥ 1 %\ntoxic for reproduction (fertility)\nR62 obligatory (unless already assigned R60)\nSubstances “toxic for reproduction” of category 1 or 2 with R61 (development)\nConcentration ≥ 0,2 %\ntoxic for reproduction (development)\nR61 obligatory\nSubstances “toxic for reproduction” of category 3 with R63 (development)\nConcentration ≥ 1 %\ntoxic for reproduction (development)\nR63 obligatory (unless already assigned R61)\n’\n2.. Annex III is amended as follows:\n(a) in Part A, point 2 of section (b)(1) (I), is deleted;\n(b) in Part B, table 1 is replaced by the following tables:\n‘\nTable 1a\nAcute aquatic toxicity and long-term adverse effects\nClassification of the substance\nClassification of the preparation\nN, R50-53\nN, R51-53\nR52-53\nN, R50-53\nsee Table 1b\nsee Table 1b\nsee Table 1b\nN, R51-53\nCn ≥ 25 %\n2,5 % ≤ Cn < 25 %\nR52-53\nCn ≥ 25 %\nPreparations containing a substance classified with N, R50-53, the concentration limits and the resulting classification given in table 1b are applicable.\nTable 1b\nAcute aquatic toxicity and long-term adverse effects of substances very toxic to the aquatic environment\nFor preparations containing substances with a lower LC50 or EC50 value than 0,00001 mg/l, the corresponding concentration limits are calculated accordingly (in factor 10 intervals).\nLC50 or EC50 value (“L(E)C50”) of substance classified as N, R50-53 (mg/l)\nClassification of the preparation\nN, R50-53\nN, R51-53\nR52-53\n0,1 < L(E)C50 ≤ 1\nCn ≥ 25 %\n2,5 % ≤ Cn < 25 %\n0,25 % ≤ Cn < 2,5 %\n0,01 < L(E)C50 ≤ 0,1\nCn ≥ 2,5 %\n0,25 % ≤ Cn < 2,5 %\n0,025 % ≤ Cn < 0,25 %\n0,001 < L(E)C50 ≤ 0,01\nCn ≥ 0,25 %\n0,025 % ≤ Cn < 0,25 %\n0,0025 % ≤ Cn < 0,025 %\n0,0001 < L(E)C50 ≤ 0,001\nCn ≥ 0,025 %\n0,0025 % ≤ Cn < 0,025 %\n0,00025 % ≤ Cn < 0,0025 %\n0,00001 < L(E)C50 ≤ 0,0001\nCn ≥ 0,0025 %\n0,00025 % ≤ Cn < 0,0025 %\n0,000025 % ≤ Cn < 0,00025 %\n’\n(c) in part B, table 2 is replaced by the following table:\n‘\nTable 2\nAcute aquatic toxicity\nFor preparations containing substances with a lower LC50 or EC50 value than 0,00001 mg/l, the corresponding concentration limits are calculated accordingly (in factor 10 intervals).\nLC50 or EC50 value (“L(E)C50”) of substance classified either as N, R50 or as N, R50-53 (mg/l)\nClassification of the preparation N, R50\n0,1 < L(E)C50 ≤ 1\nCn ≥ 25 %\n0,01 < L(E)C50 ≤ 0,1\nCn ≥ 2,5 %\n0,001 < L(E)C50 ≤ 0,01\nCn ≥ 0,25 %\n0,0001 < L(E)C50 ≤ 0,001\nCn ≥ 0,025 %\n0,00001 < L(E)C50 ≤ 0,0001\nCn ≥ 0,0025 %\n’\n(d) in part B, table 5 of point II, is replaced by the following table:\n‘\nTable 5\nDangerous for the ozone layer\nClassification of the substance\nClassification of the preparation N, R59\nN with R59\nCn ≥ 0,1 %\n’\n3.. Annex V is replaced by the following:\n‘ANNEX V\nSPECIAL PROVISIONS CONCERNING THE LABELLING OF CERTAIN PREPARATIONS\nA.\nFor preparations classified as dangerous within the meaning of Articles 5, 6 and 7\n1.\nPreparations sold to the general public\n1.1.\nThe label on the packaging containing such preparations, in addition to the specific safety advice, must bear the relevant safety advice S1, S2, S45 or S46 in accordance with the criteria laid down in Annex VI to Directive 67/548/EEC.\n1.2.\nWhen such preparations are classified as very toxic (T+), toxic (T) or corrosive (C) and where it is physically impossible to give such information on the package itself, packages containing such preparations must be accompanied by precise and easily understandable instructions for use including, where appropriate, instructions for the destruction of the empty package.\n2.\nPreparations intended for use by spraying\nThe label on the packaging containing such preparations must compulsorily bear the safety advice S23 accompanied by safety advice S38 or S51 assigned to it in accordance with the criteria laid down in Annex VI to Directive 67/548/EEC.\n3.\nPreparations containing a substance assigned phrase R33: Danger of cumulative effects\nWhen a preparation contains at least one substance assigned the phrase R33, the label on the packaging of the preparation must carry the wording of this phrase as set out in Annex III to Directive 67/548/EEC, when the concentration of this substance present in the preparation is equal to or higher than 1 %, unless different values are set in Annex I to Directive 67/548/EEC.\n4.\nPreparations containing a substance assigned phrase R64: May cause harm to breastfed babies\nWhen a preparation contains at least one substance assigned phrase R64, the label on the packaging of the preparation must carry the wording of this phrase as set out in Annex III to Directive 67/548/EEC, when the concentration of this substance present in the preparation is equal to or higher than 1 %, unless different values are set in Annex I to Directive 67/548/EEC.\nB.\nFor preparations irrespective of their classification within the meaning of Articles 5, 6 and 7\n1.\nPreparations containing lead\n1.1.\nPaint and varnishes\nThe label on the packaging of paints and varnishes containing lead in quantities exceeding 0,15 % (expressed as weight of metal) of the total weight of the preparation, as determined in accordance with ISO standard 6503/1984, must show the following particulars:\n“Contains lead. Should not be used on surfaces liable to be chewed or sucked by children”.\nIn the case of packages the contents of which are less than 125 millilitres, the particulars may be as follows:\n“Warning! Contains lead”.\n2.\nPreparations containing cyanoacrylates\n2.1.\nAdhesives\nThe label on the immediate packaging of adhesives based on cyanoacrylate must bear the following inscriptions:\nCyanoacrylate\nDanger\nBonds skin and eyes in seconds\nKeep out of the reach of children\nAppropriate advice on safety must accompany the package.\n3.\nPreparations containing isocyanates\nThe label on the packaging of preparations containing isocyanates (as monomers, oligomers, prepolymers, etc., or as mixtures thereof) must bear the following inscriptions:\nContains isocyanates.\nSee information supplied by the manufacturer\n4.\nPreparations containing epoxy constituents with an average molecular weight ≤ 700\nThe label on the packaging of preparations containing epoxy constituents with an average molecular weight ≤ 700 must bear the following inscriptions:\nContains epoxy constituents.\nSee information supplied by the manufacturer\n5.\nPreparations sold to the general public which contain active chlorine\nThe label on the packaging of preparations containing more than 1 % of active chlorine must bear the following particular inscriptions:\n“Warning! Do not use together with other products. May release dangerous gases (chlorine)”.\n6.\nPreparations containing cadmium (alloys) and intended to be used for brazing or soldering\nThe label on the packaging of the above mentioned preparations must bear the following inscription printed in clearly legible and indelible characters:\nWarning! Contains cadmium.\nDangerous fumes are formed during use.\nSee information supplied by the manufacturer.\nComply with the safety instructions\n7.\nPreparations available as aerosols\nWithout prejudice to the provisions of this Directive, preparations available as aerosols are also subject to the labelling provisions in accordance with points 2.2 and 2.3 of the Annex to Directive 75/324/EEC as last amended by Directive 94/1/EC.\n8.\nPreparations containing substances not yet tested completely\nWhere a preparation contains at least one substance which, in accordance with Article 13.3 of Directive 67/548/EEC, bears the inscription “Caution — substance not yet fully tested”, the label on the packaging of the preparation must bear the inscription “Warning — this preparation contains a substance not yet tested completely” if this substance is present in a concentration ≥ 1 %.\n9.\nPreparations not classified as sensitising but containing at least one sensitising substance\nThe label on the packaging of preparations containing at least one substance classified as sensitising and being present in a concentration equal to or greater than 0,1 % or in a concentration equal to or greater than that specified under a specific note for the substance in Annex I to Directive 67/548/EEC must bear the inscription:\n“Contains (name of sensitising substance). May produce an allergic reaction”.\n10.\nLiquid preparations containing halogenated hydrocarbons\nFor liquid preparations which show no flashpoint or a flashpoint higher than 55 °C and contain a halogenated hydrocarbon and more than 5 % flammable or highly flammable substances, the label on the packaging must bear the following inscription as appropriate:\n“Can become highly flammable in use” or “Can become flammable in use”.\n11.\nPreparations containing a substance assigned phrase R67: vapours may cause drowsiness and dizziness\nWhen a preparation contains one or more substances assigned the phrase R67, the label on the packaging of the preparation must carry the wording of this phrase as set out in Annex III to Directive 67/548/EEC, when the total concentration of these substances present in the preparation is equal to or higher than 15 %, unless:\nthe preparation is already classified with phrases R20, R23, R26, R68/20, R39/23 or R39/26,\nor the preparation is in a package not exceeding 125 ml.\n12.\nCements and cement preparations\nThe label on the packaging of cements and cement preparations containing more than 0,0002 % soluble chromium (VI) of the total dry weight of the cement must bear the inscription:\n“Contains chromium (VI). May produce an allergic reaction”\nunless the preparation is already classified and labelled as a sensitiser with phrase R43.\nC.\nFor preparations not classified within the meaning of Articles 5, 6 and 7 but containing at least one dangerous substance\n1.\nPreparations not intended for the general public\nThe label on the packaging of preparations referred to in Article 14.2.1(b) must bear the following inscription:\n“Safety data sheet available for professional user on request”.’",
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      "text": "Substituted by Corrigendum to Commission Directive 2006/8/EC of 23 January 2006 amending, for the purposes of their adaptation to technical progress, Annexes II, III and V to Directive 1999/45/EC of the European Parliament and of the Council concerning the approximation of the laws, regulations and administrative provisions of the Member States relating to the classification, packaging and labelling of dangerous preparations (Official Journal of the European Union L 19 of 24 January 2006)."
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      "text": "In cases where the preparation is assigned R49 and R40, both R phrases shall be kept, because R40 does not distinguish between the exposure routes, whereas R49 is only assigned for the inhalation route."
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      "text": "In cases where the preparation is assigned R49 and R40, both R phrases shall be kept, because R40 does not distinguish between the exposure routes, whereas R49 is only assigned for the inhalation route."
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