General Hazard Restrictions

The requirement

The publisher’s words are shown on request, below the limits.

What the product must meet

Exemptions

Above substances may be present as contaminants. Contaminants are defined as residues from raw material production or from a previous life cycle (in case of recycled materials) present in the finished product, in raw materials or in alternative fuels, but not substances that are added to a raw material or product for a purpose, irrespective of quantity.

The publisher’s words

How it is proven

Evidence required

A schedule of the constituent chemical substances in g/kg used in the manufacture of the product that are classified as harmful, and relevant SDS; and Where an exception is claimed, the applicant must provide a signed declaration from an Executive Director of the applicant company stating that attempts have been undertaken to find alternatives for the substance(s) for which the exception is claimed; and the purpose for which the given substance is necessary; documentation clearly outlining how each chemical is used, managed and stored; and evidence that human exposure or environmental contamination is prevented.

Who checks it

Independent body verifies — a certifier, auditor or verifier with no stake

How Klar Cite classifies it

Klar Cite’s reading of the clause, not the scheme’s own claim.

What it asks

Meet — a limit, condition or outcome the product must satisfy

Standing

Required — must be met for the credential

Impact area

Human Health — the CMF area the clause addresses

Also bears on

Ecosystem Health — other CMF areas the clause addresses

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