GB CLP
The Great Britain framework for the classification, labelling and packaging of substances and mixtures, which establishes mandatory classification and labelling (GB MCL) requirements following the UK's withdrawal from the EU.
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Latest GB CLP alerts
The most recent regulatory and guidance signals tracked by Foresight
Great Britain CLP Agency Proposes Repr. 1B Classification for Tincalconite (CAS 12045-88-4)
The GB CLP Agency issued an opinion in March 2026 proposing a new mandatory classification for tincalconite as a Category 1B reproductive toxicant, aligning Great Britain with EU standards. This classification will trigger automatic restrictions on consumer market access under UK REACH and necessitate updates to safety data sheets and workplace risk assessments.
United KingdomGreat Britain HSE Publishes New Batch of GB MCL Agency Opinions
The UK Health and Safety Executive (HSE) has released a new batch of GB MCL Agency Opinions, proposing updated mandatory classifications for various industrial and biocidal substances. While these are not yet legally binding, they signal imminent regulatory shifts that will require manufacturers to review product labels, safety data sheets, and downstream compliance obligations.
United KingdomGreat Britain: HSE Proposes Not To Classify Rapeseed Oil (CAS 8002-13-9)
The UK HSE has proposed maintaining the "Unclassified" status for rapeseed oil under GB CLP, following a comprehensive hazard assessment. This confirmation provides regulatory certainty for manufacturers, ensuring no new labeling requirements or supply chain disruptions between the UK and EU markets.
United KingdomGB HSE Issues Agency Opinion Proposing GB MCL For 3,5-Dimethylpyrazole
The UK HSE has proposed a mandatory classification (GB MCL) for 3,5-dimethylpyrazole as a Category 1B reproductive toxicant. This designation will likely trigger UK REACH restrictions on consumer sales and necessitate updated safety data sheets and workplace risk assessments across the paints, coatings, and textile sectors.
United KingdomGB HSE Agency Opinion Proposes Repr. 1B GB MCL For Colemanite
The UK HSE has proposed a mandatory Repr. 1B (reproductive toxin) classification for colemanite, aligning Great Britain’s hazard standards with the EU. Impacted firms should prepare for mandatory relabeling and stricter workplace controls, while monitoring for subsequent consumer-use restrictions and SVHC listing under UK REACH.
United KingdomGreat Britain: HSE Agency Opinion Proposes Skin Sens. 1B Classification for Thermally Treated Garlic Juice
The UK Health and Safety Executive (HSE) has proposed a new mandatory classification for thermally treated garlic juice as a Skin Sensitiser (Category 1B) under GB CLP. This alignment with EU standards will trigger mandatory label and safety data sheet updates and may restrict the authorization of amateur-use biocidal products.
United KingdomGreat Britain HSE Agency Opinion Proposes Carc. 1B GB MCL for EDTMP‑H
The UK HSE has proposed a new mandatory classification for EDTMP-H as a Category 1B carcinogen, aligning Great Britain with existing EU standards. This designation will trigger stricter workplace controls under COSHH and likely lead to future UK REACH restrictions on consumer use and potential SVHC listing.
United KingdomGreat Britain HSE Proposes Carc. 1B GB MCL for EDTMP-CaNa (CAS 85480-89-3)
The UK HSE has proposed a new Carc. 1B mandatory classification for EDTMP-CaNa, a substance widely used in detergents, cosmetics, and industrial coatings. Adoption will likely trigger UK REACH consumer use restrictions and SVHC listing, requiring manufacturers to evaluate substitution strategies and prepare for significant labeling and SDS updates.
United KingdomGreat Britain: HSE Agency Opinion Proposes Carc. 1B GB MCL for EDTMP‑K
The UK HSE has proposed a new mandatory classification of Carc. 1B (May cause cancer) for EDTMP-K under GB CLP. Businesses using this chelating agent in cleaning, construction, or cosmetic products must prepare for mandatory relabelling, SDS updates, and potential future UK REACH restrictions.
United KingdomGreat Britain HSE Proposes Carc. 1B GB MCL for EDTMP-Na (CAS 22036-77-7)
The UK HSE has proposed a mandatory Carc. 1B classification for EDTMP-Na, aligning GB standards with EU hazard assessments for this widely used phosphonate. This development triggers future consumer use bans under UK REACH and necessitates urgent supply chain reviews for cleaning, cosmetic, and industrial product formulations.
United KingdomGreat Britain Issues Agency Opinion Proposing Repr. 1B GB MCL for 2‑Pyrrolidone
The UK Health and Safety Executive (HSE) has proposed a new mandatory classification for 2-pyrrolidone as Reproductive Toxicity Category 1B (H360D), aligning Great Britain with EU standards. Companies using this substance in inks, toners, or cleaning products must prepare for mandatory relabeling, updated safety data sheets, and potential future restrictions under UK REACH.
United KingdomGB CLP Agency Opinion Proposes Revised Mandatory Classification for Tebuconazole
The UK HSE has proposed a stricter mandatory classification for the fungicide tebuconazole, notably upgrading it to a Category 1B reproductive toxicant. This change will likely trigger market exits for amateur-use biocidal and plant protection products and requires industrial users to prepare for significant labeling and safety data sheet updates.
United KingdomGreat Britain HSE Agency Opinion Proposes GB MCL for Eugenol
The UK Health and Safety Executive (HSE) has proposed a mandatory classification for eugenol, aligning Great Britain with EU standards for acute toxicity, skin sensitisation, and respiratory effects. Companies should prepare for mandatory relabelling and safety data sheet updates, alongside reviewing workplace risk assessments under COSHH for products containing this widely used fragrance and biocidal ingredient.
United KingdomUK REACH Consultation on Adding 15 SVHCs to Candidate List
UK HSE has proposed adding 15 substances to the UK REACH Candidate List, with a consultation period ending 20 April 2026. Listing will trigger immediate supply chain communication and notification obligations for articles, requiring businesses to audit product compositions for UK market compliance.
United KingdomGreat Britain HSE Consults On Identifying TBNPA As SVHC Under UK REACH
The UK HSE has proposed identifying the flame retardant TBNPA as a Substance of Very High Concern (SVHC), with a consultation open until April 17, 2026. SVHC designation will trigger mandatory supply chain communication and notification duties for articles containing the substance, while signaling a likely path toward future authorization requirements.
United KingdomGreat Britain HSE Consults on Identifying BMP, TBNPA and 2,3-DBPA as SVHCs Under UK REACH
The UK Health and Safety Executive (HSE) has proposed adding three brominated flame retardant intermediates to the UK REACH Candidate List as Substances of Very High Concern (SVHCs). If finalized, companies must prepare for immediate supply chain communication obligations and evaluate the long-term viability of these substances in automotive, electronics, and construction applications.
United KingdomUK REACH Consultation on SVHC Identification of Reactive Brown 51 (EC 466-490-7)
The UK HSE has proposed identifying Reactive Brown 51 as an SVHC under UK REACH, with a consultation closing April 17, 2026. Listing will trigger immediate supply chain communication obligations for textile manufacturers and signals a likely transition toward future authorization requirements.
United KingdomGreat Britain Opens Consultation on Identifying Tetra-PSCA as an SVHC Under UK REACH
The UK Health and Safety Executive has proposed identifying Tetra-PSCA as a Substance of Very High Concern (SVHC), with a consultation closing April 17, 2026. Formal listing will mandate immediate supply chain notifications for article manufacturers and indicates a high probability of future regulatory restrictions in Great Britain.
United KingdomGreat Britain: HSE Consults on Identifying Omnirad (CAS 119344-86-4) as an SVHC Under UK REACH
The UK HSE has launched a consultation to identify the photoinitiator Omnirad as a Substance of Very High Concern (SVHC) under UK REACH, with a deadline of April 17, 2026. Inclusion on the Candidate List will trigger immediate supply chain communication obligations and signal potential future authorization requirements for the coatings and inks sectors.
United KingdomHSE Opens Mandatory Classification and Labelling Consultation on EEA-NH4 Under GB CLP
HSE is consulting on a new mandatory classification and labelling (MCL) for the PFAS substance EEA-NH4 under GB CLP, with a deadline of May 1, 2026. Businesses should evaluate the impact of updated hazard classifications on product labelling, safety data sheets, and potential downstream regulatory restrictions in Great Britain.
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