Dangerous Preparation Directive (88/379/EEC+99/45/EEC)
Objective
The objective of the Dangerous Preparation Directive (DPD) is similar to that of the Dangerous Substances Directive (DSD), but with regards to preparations and finished products.
The DPD's prime aim is to identify and control dangerous finished product formulations.
The DPD's prime aim is to identify and control dangerous finished product formulations.
Background
The DPD can communicate safety properties of finished product formulations by prescribing specific classification and labelling measures for preparations. In addition it can prescribe certain packaging measures. Whether and how any of these measures is applied depends on the safety properties of the finished product. Products not classified as dangerous will not be subject to any labelling or packaging measures.
Apart from this integration approach, the DPD also acknowledges the use of certain animal tests and human experience data to reach a particular conclusion on which measures to take.
Apart from this integration approach, the DPD also acknowledges the use of certain animal tests and human experience data to reach a particular conclusion on which measures to take.
Implementation
The manufacturer is required to:
- carry out the classification, labelling and packaging of his finished products as indicated in the Dangerous Preparations Directive
- provide a Material Safety Data Sheet to the professional user of the product
Enforcement
The Authorities monitor all detergents in the trade for correct implementation of classification, labelling and packaging of finished products.