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T1 Global Chemicals Outlook: Towards Sound Management of Chemicals - Synthesis report for decision-makers
A1 United Nations Environment Programme, 
K1 chemical
K1 chemical contamination
PB United Nations Environment Programme
SN 978-92-807-3275-7
YR 2012
FD 2012
LK https://wedocs.unep.org/handle/20.500.11822/8264
UL https://wedocs.unep.org/handle/20.500.11822/8264
NO This synthesis report highlights the main findings and conclusions of the full report on the sound management of chemicals. It assembles scientific, technical, and socio-economic information to support decision-makers in building capacity and implementing policies that protect human health and the environment. The report examines three interlinked areas: trends and indicators relating to chemical production, transport, use, and disposal, together with their associated health and environmental impacts; the economic implications of these trends, including the costs of inaction and benefits of action; and instruments and approaches for sound chemicals management. It also considers safer alternatives and guidance intended to accelerate progress towards the Strategic Approach to International Chemicals Management goals by 2020.
DS UN Environment Document Repository
RD Sep 16, 2026