Abstract
The agreement to minimize the risk from chemical substances by 2020 was made in 2002 at the World Summit on Sustainable Development held in Johannesburg which has enhanced many countries including EU undertake a re-evaluation of the hazard of existing chemical substances. Safety concerns are also increasing as applications of nanomaterials on new technologies are highly expected and many countries have launched studies on regulatory frameworks. Standards for Blue Angel Eco-Label on the emissions of VOC for office equipment with printing function have been revised with stricter criteria. It is very important for manufacturers and distributors to foresee and make proactive responses to the regulation on chemical substances.
