National Regulations Governing Labels:

In New Zealand hazardous substances are regulated by the Hazardous Substance and New Organisms (HSNO) Act 1996. Labeling criteria, based on provisions in the HSNO can be found in Consolidated Hazardous Substances (Labelling) Notice 2017 – EPA Consolidation April 2021. For more information on Hazardous substance regulations, policy, and for links to guides please refer to the Environmental Protection Agency.

 

Additional Regulations:

Chemicals are regulated under the following acts:

  • Health and Safety at Work Act  2015
  • Resource Management Act (RMA) 1991

The transport of hazardous substances is covered by the Land Transport Rule: Dangerous Goods 2005 (Rule 45001).

 

GHS Implementation Status:

GHS has been fully implemented in New Zealand for workplace products.

 

Language for required text:

English

 

Multi-Jurisdiction Label Options:

New Zealand workplace labels can be combined with Australian regulations.

 

Extra language comments:

All specific hazard text provided in English. Hazard text can be provided in additional languages upon request. Marketing text translation can be provided upon request.

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