Labeling products is critical to effectively manage substance risk. The HSNO Identification, Emergency Management, and Disposal Regulations 2001, stipulate the required content of labels and the presentation of that information in performance-based terms. Group Standards also set provisions for labelling.
Advice on label compliance
Manufacturers and importers seeking informal advice on whether a label complies with HSNO Regulations or group standard conditionscan request a review from ERMA New Zealand (application form HS-09 [word - 56kb] [pdf - 144kb]). A charge of $100 plus GST will apply.
Resources
- Labelling of Hazardous Substances: Hazard and Precautionary Information
- Product Labelling & Documentation Guide for Agricultural Compounds & Veterinary Medicines (Approved AGCARM Code of Practice available from AGCARM )
- Labelling of Hazardous Substances - Can be purchased from the New Zealand Chemical Industry Council (P O Box 5069, Wellington; website: www.nzcic.org.nz)
For more information from ERMA New Zealand on label advice requests, contact label@ermanz.govt.nz , phone +64 4 9162426 or fax +64 4 9140433.
Safety Data Sheets
Resources
An Excel workbook covering hazard information for components in a range of approved substances can also be used to assist in the preparation of product labels.
- Safety Data Sheet Workbook [zipped excel - 6mb]
The NZCIC Code of Practice: Preparation of Safety Data Sheets is the means of compliance with the regulatory requirements. Contact NZCIC at nzcic@nzcic.org.nz regarding their Code of Practice.