Ukraine Introduces Official CLP Notification Form for Hazardous Chemicals Under the UA-CLP Regulation

On 9 April 2025, the Ministry of Environmental Protection and Natural Resources of Ukraine announced the development of an official CLP notification form to standardize the submission process for hazard classification and safety information of chemical products. This initiative aims to unify the approach for companies in Ukraine and ensure consistent and efficient compliance with the Technical Regulation on Classification, Labelling, and Packaging of Chemical Products (UA-CLP).

On 15 November 2024, Ukraine officially enforced the UA-CLP, implementing the Globally Harmonized System (GHS) into national law and aligning Ukraine’s chemical safety framework with international and EU standards.

Highlights of the UA-CLP Regulation:

• Implementation of EU-aligned criteria for classification of hazardous chemicals - covering 33 hazard classes.

• Mandatory labelling and packaging requirements for hazardous substances placed on the market in Ukraine.   

Obligation to Notify Hazard Classification

Under the UA-CLP Regulation, manufacturers, importers, suppliers, and other market operators must classify their chemical products before placing them on the market. The classification must follow GHS criteria. In addition, operators are required to submit a notification to the Ministry of Environmental Protection and Natural Resources of Ukraine (Ministry of Environment) with detailed information on:

• The hazard classification

• Associated safety information for each chemical substance

Introduction of Unified CLP Notification Form

To streamline compliance, the Ministry of Environment has introduced an official CLP notification form. This form ensures a consistent approach to preparing and submitting hazard classification notifications, simplifying compliance for companies across Ukraine.

Important:

• Only Ukrainian manufacturers and importers are obligated to submit the CLP notification.

• Only Representatives under Ukraine REACH may submit the notification voluntarily.

• The notification must be completed and submitted in Ukrainian and must be signed using a qualified digital signature.

How to Submit the Notification

1. Download the official form from the Ministry of Environment website (link here).

2. Complete the form with accurate classification and safety details and sign the document electronically.

3. Submit it via email to clp@mepr.gov.ua.

CLP Notification Deadlines

• For substances placed on the Ukrainian market before 15 November 2024: notification due by 15 November 2025

• For substances introduced after 15 November 2024: notification due within 30 days of first placing on the Ukrainian market.

By complying with the UA-CLP requirements and submitting timely notifications, companies will contribute to improved chemical safety and demonstrate alignment with global regulatory practices.