On 18th February 2020, the EU published the classification of titanium dioxide as a suspected carcinogen (category 2) by inhalation in certain powder forms under the CLP regulation. The classification will apply on 1 October 2021 after an 18 months transition period.
Check new ECHA guide that explains how to classify and label mixtures containing TiO2, available HERE.
IMPORTANT NOTES:
NOTE 10: The classification as a carcinogen by inhalation applies only to mixtures in powder form containing 1 % or more of titanium dioxide which is in the form of or incorporated in particles with aerodynamic diameter ≤ 10 μm.
NOTE V: If the substance is to be placed on the market as fibres (with diameter < 3 μm, length > 5 μm and aspect ratio ≥ 3:1) or particles of the substance fulfilling the WHO fibre criteria or as particles with modified surface chemistry, their hazardous properties must be evaluated in accordance with Title II of this Regulation, to assess whether a higher category (Carc. 1B or 1A) and/or additional routes of exposure (oral or dermal) should be applied.
NOTE W: It has been observed that the carcinogenic hazard of this substance arises when respirable dust is inhaled in quantities leading to significant impairment of particle clearance mechanisms in the lung.
The label on the packaging of liquid mixtures containing 1 % or more of titanium dioxide particles with aerodynamic diameter equal to or below 10 μm shall bear the following statement:
EUH211: ‘Warning! Hazardous respirable droplets may be formed when sprayed. Do not breathe spray or mist.’
The label on the packaging of solid mixtures containing 1 % or more of titanium dioxide shall bear the following statement:
EUH212: ‘Warning! Hazardous respirable dust may be formed when used. Do not breathe dust.’
In addition, the label on the packaging of liquid and solid mixtures not intended for the general public and not classified as hazardous which are labelled with EUH211 or EUH212, shall bear statement EUH210.’
If you need help in designing the appropriate labels, we are here for you. Contact us at info@chem-consulting.si