https://www.epa.govt.nz/industry-areas/hazardous-substances/new-zealands-new-hazard-classification-system/

New Zealand has implemented a new classification system for hazardous substances based on the seventh revised edition of the Globally Harmonised System (GHS 7).

The GHS 7 is an international hazard classification system for chemicals created by the United Nations. The hazards are communicated on labels and safety data sheets including how to safely store, use and dispose of chemicals.

The GHS is used by more than 50 countries, including all of New Zealand’s major trading partners.

We adopted the GHS 7 on 30 April 2021.

We have produced guidance on how to classify hazardous substances with GHS 7.