Explanatory Note
(This note is not part of the Regulations)
1. These Regulations amend the Chemicals (Hazard Information and Packaging for Supply) Regulations 2002 (S.I. 2002/1689 as amended by 2004/568).
2. Regulation 2(2) introduces a new approved supply list thereby implementing in full Commission Directive 2004/73/EC adapting to technical progress for the 29th time Council Directive 67/548/EEC on the approximation of laws, regulations and administrative provisions relating to the classification and labelling of dangerous substances (O.J.No. L152, 30.4.04, p.1).
3. The Regulations also make consequential amendments and correct drafting errors.
4. Copies of the approved supply list (Eighth edition) (ISBN 0717661385) are available from HSE Books, P.O. Box 1999, Sudbury, Suffolk CO10 6FS.
5. A copy of the regulatory impact assessment prepared in respect of these Regulations can be obtained from the Health and Safety Executive, Economic Advisers Unit, Rose Court, 2 Southwark Bridge, London SE1 9HS. A copy of the transposition note in relation to implementation of the Directive in paragraph 2 can be obtained from the Health and Safety Executive, International Branch at the same address. Copies of both these documents have been placed in the library of each House of Parliament.