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Hazardous Products Regulations

Version of section 8.2 from 2022-12-15 to 2024-11-26:


Marginal note:Definitions

 The following definitions apply in this Subpart.

skin corrosion

skin corrosion means the production of irreversible damage to the skin, namely, visible necrosis through the epidermis and into the dermis, occurring after exposure to a mixture or substance, and includes ulcers, bleeding, bloody scabs and, within a 14-day observation period, discoloration due to blanching of the skin, complete areas of alopecia, and scars. (corrosion cutanée)

skin-corrosive

skin-corrosive means, in relation to a mixture or substance, liable to cause skin corrosion. (corrosif pour la peau)

skin-irritant

skin-irritant means, in relation to a mixture or substance, liable to cause skin irritation. (irritant pour la peau)

skin irritation

skin irritation means the production of reversible damage to the skin occurring after exposure to a mixture or substance. (irritation cutanée)

  • SOR/2022-272, s. 41

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