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Although nanomaterials are not specifically addressed in REACH, they are classified as substances if they meet the tonnage threshold. The European Commission is currently preparing advice on how to regulate nanomaterials under REACH and classification, labeling, and packaging regulations. The Classification, Labelling, and Packaging (CLP) Regulation (1272/2008/EC) provides a general framework for the classification and labeling of nanomaterials. CLP requires that manufacturers, importers, and downstream users classify substances and appropriately label and package them. These substances will be included in a CLP inventory similar to that of REACH. Because only certain nanomaterials have toxic characteristics, classification and labeling of nanomaterials must be done on a case-by-case basis. |