1. Requirements under Regulation (EC) No. 1272/2008 – CLP

According to Article 17, the label of a hazardous substance or mixture must include:

• Name, address, and telephone number of the supplier (often omitted, but mandatory);

• Nominal quantity of the product;

• Product identifiers – up to four chemical names of the substances contributing to the classification of the mixture (toxicity, corrosion, sensitization, etc.), reflecting the most severe hazards;

• Hazard pictograms, diamond-shaped with a black symbol on a white background and a red border (where applicable);

• Signal word: “Danger” (for more severe categories) or “Warning” (for less severe ones) – only one shall appear (where applicable);

• Hazard statements (H-phrases) and precautionary statements (P-phrases), drafted in accordance with Annex III and Part 2 of Annex IV to the CLP (where applicable);

• Supplemental EUH statements, where applicable;

• Unique Formula Identifier (UFI) – a 16-character alphanumeric code preceded by “UFI:”, mandatory from January 2025 for all hazardous mixtures.

2. Requirements under Regulation (EC) No. 648/2004 – Article 11

Packaging of detergents intended for consumer use must display, in a clear and indelible manner:

• Product name and trade name;

• Name, brand, and contact details (full address and telephone number) of the person responsible for placing the product on the market;

• Postal address, email, and telephone number for obtaining the information sheet (Article 9);

• Content disclosure in accordance with Annex VII – indicating the categories of ingredients (surfactants, phosphates, soap, bleaching agents, etc.) and the percentage range by weight corresponding to each category (within specific intervals);

• Instructions for use and special precautions;

• For laundry detergents, the recommended quantities or dosage instructions (in ml or g) for different water hardness levels, as well as the number of possible washes. If a dosing device is provided, it must be marked with the appropriate doses;

• For dishwashing detergents, the normal dosage (in g, ml, or number of tablets) for a full washing cycle under “normally soiled” conditions.

3. Packaging Management and Environmental Information – Portugal

In Portugal, Decree-Law No. 152-D/2017 (Article 28) requires detergent packaging to be marked with the appropriate waste disposal destination (e.g., the correct recycling container) and to include clear information on proper packaging management.

Complying with these requirements is not merely a legal obligation but also a demonstration of environmental responsibility and transparency towards consumers. Proper labeling is essential to ensure safety, trust, and competitiveness of brands in the European market.