What is segregation code in SAP EHS-SUS-PC - Product Compliance?

SAP Term: segregation code

• Component: EHS-SUS-PC

• Component Name: Product Compliance

• Description: A key that indicates how dangerous goods must be stowed. Segregation codes are used, for example, in the IMDG Code regulation.

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• Key Concepts: 
  Segregation code is a feature of the SAP EHS-SUS-PC Product Compliance component. It is used to classify hazardous materials and substances according to their properties and potential risks. The segregation code is used to identify the type of hazardous material or substance, and to determine the appropriate safety measures that should be taken when handling it. 
  
  How to use it: 
  The segregation code is used to classify hazardous materials and substances according to their properties and potential risks. The code is assigned to each material or substance based on its characteristics, such as its toxicity, flammability, reactivity, and other factors. This code can then be used to determine the appropriate safety measures that should be taken when handling the material or substance. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When assigning a segregation code to a hazardous material or substance, it is important to ensure that the code accurately reflects the characteristics of the material or substance. It is also important to ensure that the code is updated regularly in order to reflect any changes in the characteristics of the material or substance. 
  
  Related Information: 
  The segregation code is part of a larger system of safety measures that are used in order to protect workers from hazardous materials and substances. Other safety measures include proper storage, labeling, and disposal of hazardous materials and substances. Additionally, workers should be trained on how to safely handle hazardous materials and substances in order to reduce the risk of injury or illness.