What is 'EC number' in SAP EHS-ERP - EHS Management in ERP?

EC number - Overview

• Component: EHS-ERP

• Component Name: EHS Management in ERP

• Description: The corresponding number in the EC substance inventory as prescribed by European chemical regulations.

EC number - Details

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  Key Concepts: 
  EC number stands for European Community number and is a unique identifier assigned to a hazardous substance or mixture. It is used to identify hazardous substances in the European Union (EU) and is required for the classification, labeling, and packaging of hazardous substances. 
  
  How to use it: 
  In SAP EHS Management in ERP, EC numbers are used to identify hazardous substances in the EU. The EC number is used to classify the hazardous substance according to the EU’s Classification, Labeling and Packaging (CLP) Regulation. This information is then used to generate safety data sheets (SDS) and labels for the hazardous substances. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When entering an EC number into SAP EHS Management in ERP, make sure that it is entered correctly. Incorrectly entered EC numbers can lead to incorrect classification of hazardous substances and incorrect SDS and labels. 
  
  Related Information: 
  For more information on EC numbers, please refer to the European Chemicals Agency website: https://echa.europa.eu/regulations/clp/classification-and-labelling-of-substances-and-mixtures