Fuchs compliant with new CLP
In advance to the entry into force of the new CLP regulation in the EU, on past June 1st 2015, Fuchs started an updating and revisiting program of its own preparations. The regulations affect the methods for classification and labeling of chemicals, changing the parameters for identification of chemical hazard aiming to increase the protection level of health and environment, through the infos indicated in the safety data sheet (SDS).
In particular, the regulation classify as dangerous several substances used in lubricants and mixtures previously classified as harmless, involving changes especially for low viscosity oils, actually considered hazardous in case of aspiration. In order to reduce at the minimum the employ of dangerous substances, Fuchs already offers new product lines for metalworking, tested and fully compliant with the composition and functional parameters stated by the new regulation, safeguarding users and working environments.