GHS = Globally Harmonized System of Classification and Labelling of Chemicals. The GHS operates within the framework of the UN, and its aim is to harmonize worldwide important information concerning the hazardous physicochemical properties of substances, thereby protecting not only the health of workers and consumers but also the environment. 

Whether you work for a company involved in the production of chemicals, simply use them in your work, or just sell them, you have certainly encountered GHS symbols on their packaging, whether it is an exclamation mark, a fish out of water, or a skull. These symbols always bear UN-approved substances. But what is important for the production of GHS labels, and what will you definitely use for it?

What must labels look like?

Each GHS label must contain a colored ( predominantly red ) GHS hazard symbol ( diamond ) with a black symbol inside. There can be many such symbols depending on the type of fabric, so each product may contain different symbols and even several at once. According to the latest legislation, a GHS label must not contain an empty diamond.

It is also very important that labels for printing GHS labels are made of durable material (PE labels = Polyethylene), so that they last as long as possible on chemical packaging even under very unfavorable conditions. That means they are resistant to UV radiation, water, tearing, and above all chemicals.You can then stick them on various types of packaging such as bottles, cans, as well as canisters, drums, and barrels.

GHS symbols:

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Epson ColorWorks label printers are ideal for printing durable color labels.

This is because they print using color pigment Epson ColorWorks inks, which are highly resistant to abrasion, UV radiation, water, and do not fade even in direct sunlight. Epson ColorWorks label printers are available in various versions according to their functions. However, the most suitable for printing GHS labels is the Epson ColorWorks C6500Ae label printer series, because they can print labels ranging in width from 25.4 mm to 215.9 mm, which makes it possible to apply them even on larger containers. For this range of color label printers, you can choose Epson ColorWorks labels designed specifically for them, which can come in various sizes and materials (matte, glossy, PE, PP, BOPP), whether as pre-cut labels or continuous rolls. An advantage of the Epson ColorWorks C6500Ae label printer series is also the cutter, thanks to which you can choose the length of GHS labels according to your needs.

However, all Epson ColorWorks color label printers can also be used in the food, beverage, manufacturing, or logistics industries, or even in advertising agencies, etc. It is a great helper in printing labels with your own personalized print, for example for bottles of delicious wine or craft beer and other products.

 

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