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GHS

The Globally Harmonized System of Classification and Labelling of Chemicals

WHAT IS GHS?

The Globally Harmonized System of Classification and Labelling of Chemicals, developed by the United Nations and commonly referred to as the “GHS”, is an internationally harmonized approach to classifying and labelling of chemicals, and conveys the hazards associated with a chemical in a standardised way. The need for GHS arose because of the global trade of chemicals, which often cross boundaries into areas with different languages and varying levels of literacy, thereby creating challenges when communicating safe and responsible usage instructions of the products. It is hoped that such an approach will contribute to the safe use, transport and disposal of chemicals, and assist countries in developing the appropriate infrastructure to control chemical exposures, and ultimately protect people and the environment. The most noticeable changes brought by GHS is the way in which the chemical is classified and how this information is conveyed to the user, resulting in changes to the labels and safety data sheets (SDS’s) of chemicals. It is important to note that even though the label and SDS of a chemical has changed, the hazards associated with the product did not change, only the way in which these hazards are communicated.

In South Africa, GHS became a legal requirement for all hazardous chemicals from September 2022 with the promulgation of “The Regulations for Hazardous Chemical Agents” No. R280 under the Occupational Health and Safety Act, 1993, on 29 March 2021. An extension for implementation was later provided to 30 September 2023, with these changes still being phased in. The requirement for GHS for agricultural remedies specifically, is also included in the “Regulations relating to agricultural remedies” promulgated on 25 August 2023 under the Fertilizer, Farm Feeds, Agricultural Remedies and Stock Remedies Act (Act 36 of 1947).

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The Fertilizers, Farm Feeds, Agricultural Remedies and Stock Remedies Act 36 of 1947 is a South African law that regulates the registration, importation, sale, and use of fertilizers, animal feeds, agricultural remedies (such as pesticides and herbicides), and stock remedies (veterinary medicines and treatments).

The Act ensures that these products meet quality and safety standards to protect human health, animals, crops, and the environment. It also aims to prevent misleading claims and the sale of harmful or ineffective products. Under this law, manufacturers and distributors must register their products with the government and comply with strict labeling and usage requirements.

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PCO Registration DALRRD

DALRRD stands for the Department of Agriculture, Land Reform and Rural Development in South Africa.

This government department is responsible for policies and programs related to:

Agriculture – Supporting farmers, food security, and agricultural development.

Land Reform – Redistributing land to address historical inequalities.

Rural Development – Improving infrastructure, services, and economic opportunities in rural areas.

It also oversees regulations related to farming inputs like fertilizers, pesticides, and livestock remedies under Act 36 of 1947.

Any person who rewards OR in the course of a business, industry or trade uses an agricultural

remedy must register as a Pest Control Operator in terms of the Fertilizers, Farm Feeds, Agricultural

Remedies and Stock Remedies Act, 1947 (Act No. 36 of 1947) as amended and the regulations

relating thereto as published in Government Notice No. R.98 of 18 February 2011.

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