These two terms are almost inseparably linked with cleaning agents. Often, "harsh agents" had to be used to remove aggressive soiling safely and sustainably. Fortunately, this often no longer has to be the case today.
Cleaning agents from Eco-Nova often contain much milder agents or come entirely without hazardous substances. This is made possible by progressive development and testing of different chemicals and mixtures. During development, preference is given to chemicals that have no hazardous effects or only to a lesser extent.
Nevertheless, hazardous substances of different strengths are still needed for certain solutions. But even the less hazardous agents have properties that must be pointed out. Here, relevant expertise is required to enable a good and safe classification.
Safety data sheets are intended to draw the attention of the occupational user to the various hazardous properties and ingredients so that the occupational safety specialist is in a position to carry out risk assessments for the specific application.
Hazard pictograms, as well as H- and P-phrases (Hazard Statements and Precautionary Statements), which are affixed to the packaging, are intended to draw the user's attention to the hazards.
If hazardous materials are transported, hazardous goods law must often also be observed. In addition to the correct classification of the cleaning agents according to dangerous goods law, the correct selection of high-quality packaging is important, which also needs to be labeled according to dangerous goods law. Finally, the shipment receives a transport document that refers to the hazardous contents and properties. This ensures that the cleaning agents arrive safely at the customer's premises and can serve their purpose of cleaning stubborn dirt.
