Chemicals and Waste
Definition(s)
Substances which reduce, eliminate or avoid adverse effects (e.g. on the ozone layer). (Source: based on Vienna Convention, Art.1. cl.4)
The process of replacing a chemical of concern with a safer chemical, material or product, or technology/process that eliminates the need to use that chemical. (Source: OECD)
Hierarchy
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