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Section 6:

Dangerous Chemicals Control Act · TENTH SCHEDULE

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6. (1) The information under paragraph 2 or 3 shall appear together on a hazard label which may form part of a larger label, provided the rules under subparagraph (2) are observed. (2) The text of the label shall be expressed in English or French for instance in a box clearly separated from other information, including labelling in other languages. (3) The hazard label shall be at least of the following dimensions— Capacity of the package Dimension (in mm) (a) 3 L and less – 52 x 74 (mm); (b) greater than 3 L, but not exceeding 50 L – 74 x 105 (mm); (c) greater than 50 L, but not exceeding 500L – 105 x 148 (mm); (d) greater than 500 1 – 148 x 210 (mm). (4) The dimensions of the hazard label are intended solely for the information required and for any additional health and safety indications. (5) Each hazard symbol shall cover at least one-tenth of the surface of the label. (6) The colour and presentation of the label – or, in the instances specified in paragraph 9, of the packaging – shall be such that the hazard symbol and its white background stand out clearly with the text in easily legible and indelible lettering.

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