What is the purpose of labeling a product that contains mercury?

The purpose of labeling a product that contains mercury is to help consumers identify products that are mercury-free or which may contain minimal levels of mercury and to promote the proper disposal of the product.

Does labeling apply only to products that are offered for sale?

No, the labeling requirement also applies to products that are distributed for promotional purposes.

What will a label on a product that contains mercury look like?

A label must appear as either words or symbols or both to indicate to the buyer that mercury is present in the product. Labels contained on packages must be clearly visible prior to any sale. Labels must be affixed to the product and constructed of materials that are durable for the useful life of the product.

What are the labeling requirements for products that contain mercury?

Both the product and either the package or care and use manual must be labeled unless specifically noted in the matrix below. If a mercury-added product is a component of another product, the product containing the component and the component shall both be labeled provided such component may easily be removed from the product by the purchaser. The component is not required to be labeled if it cannot be feasibly removed from the product by the purchaser.