What are the laws & regulations for GHS implementation in Taiwan?

The table below summarizes the main laws, regulations and requirements for GHS implementation in Taiwan. Authority: The Ministry of Labor (MoL). CNS 15030 Classification and Labelling of Chemicals is the main national standard for chemical classification and labelling in Taiwan. All other GHS-related regulations have referred to this standard.

What is Taiwan's toxic chemical substances labeling and materials safety data sheet regulation?

The amendment of Taiwan’s “Toxic Chemical Substances Labeling and Materials Safety Data Sheet Regulation”, renamed as “ Toxic Chemical Substances Labeling and Safety Data Sheet Regulation ” was promulgated by EPA No. 1030094561 on 10 Nov 2014 and took effect on 11 Dec 2014.

How many GHS classifications are there in Taiwan?

On 6 Jan 2016, Taiwan OSHA issued recommended GHS classifications for around 6,000 hazardous substances. Most of classifications are consistent with the annex VI of EU CLP regulation. Companies can still use their self-classifications. More info about GHS classification list can be found here. SDS review: every 3 years.

Does Taiwan have a national chemical inventory for GHS implementation?

Taiwan CLA is taking the lead in developing a national chemical inventory for Taiwan’s stage-wise GHS implementation. Taiwan adopted GHS on 31 Dec of 2008 when the first stage of GHS was implemented, which only covers 1,062 hazardous substances. The second stage of GHS implementation was initiated on 7 Jan 2011, covering 1,089 substances.