Chemical Product Label Step by Step – How to Design It in Compliance with CLP
If you order a chemical product under your own brand (private label), one of the key stages is a properly prepared chemical product label compliant with the CLP Regulation (1272/2008).
This guide is a complete instruction: from collecting the necessary data to printing the labels and applying them to the packaging of dangerous products.
At AG TermoPasty, we provide full support: grids, verification, graphic guidelines, and hazard translations. Below we describe everything step by step.
CLP Label Design – Labeling Obligations and Elements of a Chemical Substance or Mixture Label
Each label must include:
The product name and its application (e.g., LCD/TFT cleaner).
Manufacturer or distributor data.
Batch number, net volume/mass.
Barcode.
In the case of hazardous substances or mixtures, the label must additionally include:
Pictograms identifying the type of hazard (CLP).
Signal word: “Warning” or “Danger”.
H-statements (Hazard Statements) and P-statements (Precautionary Statements).
UFI code (only for mixtures).
Additionally, in the case of:
Aerosols – total capacity of the can must be indicated, and the inverted epsilon symbol (“3”) must be placed on the packaging.
Pre-packed goods – the “e” symbol may be added if the manufacturer uses an internal quantity control system for prepacked products.
We provide full support to our clients and also supply necessary documentation such as:
Safety Data Sheets (MSDS) – a legally required document specifying classification and labeling rules of the substance/mixture and instructions on how to handle the product.
Instructions for creating the label of the selected product.
Font requirements and symbol size requirements for the label.
Translations of hazard statements in 27 languages.
Templates (grids) for selected packaging formats.
Translations of Hazard Statements in 27 Languages – Full List of Available Language Versions
To enable safe sales of chemical products across Europe and beyond, we offer H- and P-statement translations in 27 languages. We also prepare Safety Data Sheets adapted to each market, so your products are ready to be placed on the market and exported without restrictions.
Below is the list of languages available for our CLP-compliant chemical labels:
🇵🇱 Polish (PL)
🇬🇧 English (EN)
🇩🇪 German (DE)
🇷🇺 Russian (RU)
🇪🇸 Spanish (ES)
🇬🇷 Greek (EL)
🇧🇬 Bulgarian (BG)
🇷🇴 Romanian (RO)
🇭🇺 Hungarian (HU)
🇸🇰 Slovak (SK)
🇫🇮 Finnish (FI)
🇮🇹 Italian (IT)
🇨🇿 Czech (CS)
🇫🇷 French (FR)
🇭🇷 Croatian (HR)
🇩🇰 Danish (DA)
🇪🇪 Estonian (ET)
🇳🇱 Dutch (NL)
🇱🇹 Lithuanian (LT)
🇵🇹 Portuguese (PT)
🇷🇸 Serbian (SR)
🇸🇮 Slovenian (SL)
🇱🇻 Latvian (LV)
🇳🇴 Norwegian (NO)
🇸🇪 Swedish (SV)
🇺🇦 Ukrainian (UK)
🇹🇷 Turkish (TR)
Hazard statements in these languages are prepared fully in accordance with Regulation 1272/2008 (CLP) and aligned with the content of the Safety Data Sheet (SDS). For exporting clients, we offer various label types: single-layer, peel-off labels, and multi-layer booklet labels. Depending on available label space, the customer may include hazard information even in up to 27 language versions.
GHS & CLP Label Design: Text, Font, Layout
When designing a GHS/CLP label, you must follow these rules:
Black text on a white background.
Line spacing: minimum 120% of the font size.
Sans-serif font (Arial, Helvetica).
Typography consistency — the same font must also be used for the capacity marking, respecting the minimum font sizes listed below.
| Nominal quantity of prepacked goods | Minimum digit/letter height (mm) |
|---|---|
| 0–50 g/ml | 2 |
| 50–200 g/ml | 3 |
| 200–1000 g/ml | 4 |
| 1000 g/ml | 6 |
Minimum CLP Label Dimensions and Required Pictogram Sizes
| Capacity | Minimum label size | Font (x-height) | CLP pictograms |
|---|---|---|---|
| <200 ml | 52 × 74 mm | 1.2 mm | ≥ 10 mm (recommended 16 mm) |
| 200–500 ml | 52 × 74 mm | 1.2 mm | ≥ 16 × 16 mm |
| 501 ml – 1 L | 52 × 74 mm | 1.4 mm | ≥ 16 × 16 mm |
| 5 L | 74 × 105 mm | 1.8 mm | ≥ 23 × 23 mm |
CLP warning pictograms must occupy at least 1/15 of the minimum label area and must have a red border.
Hazardous Product Labels and Additional Requirements for Aerosols
Aerosol products must include two specific markings:
A number inside a rectangle, indicating the total capacity of the packaging in milliliters.
The inverted epsilon (“3”) – indicating compliance with Polish and EU packaging regulations.
Symbol “e” and Its Use
The “e” symbol is optional and refers to weight control of the product.
All our products are labeled with it — in line with the rule that it can only be used for items between 5 g/ml and 10 kg/l.
Chemical Product Label – Required Barcodes and How to Obtain Them
Every chemical product label must include a clear, unique barcode — usually EAN-13 (GTIN).
It is required for retail sale, warehouse systems, and for compliance with distribution requirements of major retail chains.
We recommend registering codes with GS1 Poland, which ensures global identification and uniqueness of GTIN codes.
The barcode must be:
printed in a visible place,
not covered by peel-off elements,
high-contrast (usually black on white),
compliant with scanning requirements.
CLP Label – What to Pay Attention To?
When designing a chemical product label:
Do not shorten H- and P-statements.
Do not remove pictograms — hazardous products must be labeled correctly.
Maintain contrast, readability, and proportions.
Update the label whenever the formula changes.
Verification: Chemical Label vs. CLP Compliance
Our Product Safety Department:
Helps prepare label content.
Checks correctness against legal requirements.
Prepares the Safety Data Sheet.
Our Graphic Department:
Checks font sizes and CLP elements.
Ensures readability and layout accuracy.
Verifies technical file correctness (CMYK, brand visual consistency).
Printing Labels and Ready Chemical Product
After approval, you receive:
Moisture-resistant adhesive labels.
Single-layer or multi-layer (booklet, peel-off) labels.
A ready chemical product with an applied label, expiration date, and batch number.
What Are the Consequences of Errors on a Chemical Product Label?
Incorrectly labeled hazardous substances may result in:
Fines up to 100,000 PLN,
Ban on selling products or withdrawal of already distributed batches,
Obligation to repackage or dispose of the product.
P-Statements and Substance Disposal – Mandatory Information
If you have doubts about substance disposal, remember that P-statements are not limited to storage or waste handling.
They are instructions for how to properly handle the substance, how to use it safely, and how to respond to exposure.
Examples that must appear in full:
P501: “Dispose of contents/container in accordance with regulations.”
P273: “Avoid release to the environment.”
P280: “Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection.”
P302+P352: “IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of water.”
Summary – Chemical Product Label Compliant with CLP Regulation
When creating a chemical product label:
Follow CLP regulation.
Ensure completeness, readability, and compliance with the SDS.
We offer support: design, grids, translations, printing, and production.
We verify every project — offering full design assistance.
Contact Us
We will gladly advise you on CLP-compliant labeling.
We also offer services such as new formulations, private label production, repacking, or preparing Safety Data Sheets in 27 languages.
More information:
https://termopasty.com/en/services
If you need legal basis explanations and symbol descriptions, see:
“Chemical Substance Label – Learn the Correct CLP Label Format.”
Disclaimer
This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice.
Information may change with legal updates.
For legal interpretation, contact appropriate authorities or legal institutions.
For practical CLP label preparation support — contact us at: info@termopasty.pl