Consultation on a review of the classifications of up to 40 chemicals is now underway at ERMA New Zealand.
Application documents can be found on the ERMA New Zealand website, links below
- Application
- Submission Form [pdf - 560kb]
- Submission Form [Word - 80kb]
The Yearly Chemical Review involves undertaking modified reassessments of a number of chemicals each year. One of the aims of the review is to update information on chemicals and add or remove controls if required. The review will also make compliance easier by letting people know what’s happening and how they can be part of the process. This includes making submissions as appropriate.
Some of the chemicals to be reviewed this year have been added to the list as a result of classification inquiries throughout the year from users and businesses. Others have been added by staff at ERMA New Zealand after receiving new information, particularly from overseas. This years’ review includes proposed classification changes to ethanol and sodium carbonate.
One of the intentions of the Yearly Chemical Review is to align New Zealand chemical classifications with those overseas. Knowing a review will occur at the same time each year will also help industry take part in the process.
Last Updated October 2009