South Korea publishes Key Amendment Contents of the Regulations on Consumer Chemical Products and Biocides Safety Control Act

On June 12, 2023, the National Institute of Environmental Research (NIER) released an announcement regarding the contents of the amendment of the Regulations on Consumer Chemical Products and Biocides Safety Control Act. 

The amendment focuses on Article 10, Paragraph 6 of the " Consumer Chemical Products and Biocides Safety Control Act," as well as Article 6 of the Enforcement Decree and Article 6 of the Enforcement Rules of the same Act. The following are the key contents of the amendments to the "Regulations on Approval of Consumer Chemical Products Subject to Safety Verification."  

Key Amendment Contents: 

A. Mandatory labelling: The approved disinfectants for surface use now require the inclusion of a label that states the "Prohibition of air disinfection when using air disinfection devices such as aerosol disinfectants and high-pressure spray disinfection." This addition clarifies the usage instructions and dosage, emphasizing that these approved disinfectants do not possess air disinfection properties. 

B. Elaboration on protective clothing: The revised rule specifies the necessary protective clothing for operators working with disinfectants and pesticides. It states that when using the product, the operator must wear appropriate protective clothing, including a suit with upper and lower parts, protective gloves, and work shoes suitable for the situation. In addition, they should utilize designated respiratory protective equipment, such as respirators with face filtration or powered air-purifying respirators, as well as facial protective equipment like safety goggles and face shields. This amendment aims to provide specific details regarding the required protective clothing for operators.