Basic Information on Korea GHS/MSDS

Together with insights into K-REACH and TCCA, we will also post information concerning Korea GHS/MSDS. Starting with some basic information on Korea GHS/MSDS.

- Implemented UN GHS edition in South Korea: 3rd Edition

- Compared to the fourth edition, below are the building blocks not implemented in Korea:

• Flammable Liquid Category4
• Acute Toxicity Category 5
• Skin Corrosion/Irritation Category 3 and its sub-categories (1A, 1B, 1C)
• Respiratory or Skin Sensitization sub-categories (1A, 1B)
• Hazardous to the aquatic environment –Acute Aquatic Hazard categories 2, 3
• Ozone Depleting Substance Category 1

- Applicable Regulations:

1. Ministry of Environment and Labor – Occupational Safety and Health Department – Occupational Safety and Health Act – Ministry of Environment and Labor public notice no. 2012-14
2. Ministry of Environment – National Institute of Environmental Research – Toxic Chemical Control Act – National Institute of Environmental Research public notice no. 2013-20
3. National Emergency Management Agency - Safety Control of Dangerous Substances Act