Announcement of New Domestic Manufactured and Imported Chemical Substances... Including 27 Hazardous Substances
[Sejong=Asia Economy Reporter Moon Chaeseok] The Ministry of Employment and Labor announced on the 2nd that it has published a list of 80 new chemical substances manufactured or imported domestically from November last year to February this year.
Among them, 27 substances are hazardous and dangerous chemicals. Included is 'B-9-anthraceneboronic acid,' which can cause acute poisoning symptoms such as abdominal pain, vomiting, and dizziness.
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The Ministry of Employment and Labor also disclosed the hazards and risks of the chemicals and preventive measures to protect workers from harm. Employers manufacturing or importing hazardous and dangerous chemicals were notified to take appropriate measures to protect workers, such as installing ventilation facilities. Additionally, information on hazardous and dangerous chemicals must be posted at workplaces.
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