General Hazardous Substances information in the "Purple Book"

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The GHS Purple Book is a guide to the Globally Harmonized System of Classification and Labelling of Chemicals (GHS). It provides information on the classification of chemicals, as well as guidance on labelling and packaging.The GHS Purple Book is intended to be used by those who are involved in the classification and labelling of chemicals. It is not a substitute for the GHS itself, but rather a guide to assist in the implementation of the GHS.

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The GHS Purple Book (Globally Harmonized System of Classification and Labelling of Chemicals) is an international system for classification and labelling of chemicals. It was developed by the United Nations to provide a consistent approach to the classification and labelling of chemicals around the world. The Purple Book provides guidance on how to classify and label chemicals in a way that is safe, consistent and understandable. It is intended to be used by manufacturers, importers and distributors of chemicals, as well as by governments and other organizations involved in the classification and labelling of chemicals.

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The GHS Purple Book provides guidance on the use of the GHS hazard communication standard (HCS) and the GHS labeling system. The guidance is organized into three sections:

Section 1 provides an overview of the GHS labeling system.

Section 2 provides guidance on how to use the GHS labeling system to create labels that are compliant with the HCS.

Section 3 provides guidance on how to use the GHS labeling system to communicate information about hazards that are not covered by the HCS.