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Appendix 3.1
Product
name
Hazard
classification
P - Benzoquinone SI 2589
Very toxic
Toxic by inhalation and ingestion
Irritating to respiratory system,
skin and eyes
In case of contact seek medical
advice immediately
After contact with skin, wash
immediately with plenty of water
If you feel unwell seek medical
advice (show the label if possible)
DL Consultants International Transport
Someother Lane, Sometown, Somecountry,
Some Telephone number
Emergency No. 01111 123456
Figure 3.15 An example of a supply label required by CHIP
The size of the label is dictated by the regulations
to prevent the suppliers from having tiny, invisible
labels on large barrels full of toxic substances.
On the other hand, a large label would be impracticable
on a small bottle of oven cleaner, for
example.
Chemical Reg. No
Risk
phrases
Supplier and
contact
numbers
The requirements are as follows:
Less than 3 litres : label at least 52 74 mm
3–50 litres : label at least 74 105 mm
50–500 litres : label at least 105 148 mm
More than 500 litres : label at least 148 210 mm