Commitment to Legal Compliance and Innovation

Legal compliance is a must at Oldwood. EU regulations and product classifications are continuously reviewed, requiring manufacturers to stay updated. Consequently, we regularly update our product information and seek new materials to improve customer safety and reduce environmental impact.
 

Recent updates

The EU Regulation 2024/2865 has been introduced, bringing significant changes to the labelling of chemical products, particularly for those sold in small packaging:

  • New, unified label formats
  • Mandatory compliance across all EU member states
  • Improved communication to enhance safety and reduce risks

Why is this important?

Understanding the products we work with is crucial for safety. To ensure proper handling:

  1. Always check product labels. Our packaging includes updated labels.
  2. Read the technical information and safety data sheets. For our products, these are in the “More Resources” section of each product page.
  3. Verify that purchased products comply with the new regulations.

Old Wood closely monitors these regulatory changes to ensure full compliance. Our commitment to social and commercial responsibility drives us to stay informed – so you can work with confidence.

We actively supervise changes in international laws and safety standards, ensuring that our products meet and often exceed the expectations for safety, non-toxicity, and environmental responsibility. This proactive approach allows us to maintain a forward-thinking position in the market, safeguarding our customers and the environment.

By staying ahead of legal updates, we help protect luthiers from potential risks associated with outdated or non-compliant materials, providing peace of mind when using our products.

European Regulations

CLP Regulation (EC No 1272/2008)

We follow the CLP regulation to classify, label, and package our products appropriately. This ensures that hazards are communicated to users through standardized labels and safety data sheets, promoting safe handling and use.

Commission Regulation (EU) 2020/878

We provide detailed Safety Data Sheets (MSDS) that outline the properties of our products, including any potential hazards, safe handling practices, and first-aid measures in case of an accident.

Art.45 of the CLP Regulation (EC No 1272/2008)

By including the UFI (Unique Formula Identifier) number on our product labels and submitting detailed product data to national poison centres, we enhance safety and ensure prompt and effective treatment if accidental exposure occurs.

What sets us apart is our seamless integration of legal compliance into the production process without compromising product quality or performance. While many suppliers focus solely on meeting the bare minimum, we go further by embedding safety and compliance into every stage, from raw material sourcing to final distribution. Our products are not only safe to use but also compliant for global shipping, giving luthiers the freedom to work confidently, no matter where they are based.