Philippines: EMB AND BOC to Implement Globally Harmonized System of Classification and Labelling of Chemicals (GHS) in Chemical Mixtures

Philippines-Environmental Management Bureau (EMB) informs the Bureau of Customs (BOC) on the upcoming implementation of GHS in chemical mixtures and seeks their cooperation for enforcement

Early February, the director of The Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) – Environmental Management Bureau (EMB) issued a letter to the Bureau of Customs (BOC) informing them about the implementation of GHS in chemical substances under the Priority Chemicals List (PCL) and Chemical Control Orders (CCOs) as well as the lists of International Air Transport Association (IATA) and International Maritime Dangerous Goods (IMDG). The next scheduled step is to apply GHS to chemical mixtures. The guidelines on implementing GHS Classification and Labelling Requirements for mixtures have been drafted, and it is up for public comments.

In response to the letter from EMB, BOC issued customs memorandum circular no. 78-2021 and directed relevant handling units to strictly enforce the labelling and Safety data sheet (SDS) requirements as specified by the DAO 2015-09. The preparation of labels and SDS is guided by DAO 2015-11.

Update: 2021-07-05