Section 096-870-5 - Labeling standardsPrior to sale of a mercury-added product, the manufacturer of the product shall affix or cause to be affixed a label that conforms to the requirements of this section.
A. The label must clearly inform the purchaser and consumer, using words or symbols, that the product contains mercury and may not be disposed of or placed in a waste stream destined for disposal until the mercury is removed and reused, recycled or otherwise managed to ensure that mercury does not become part of solid waste or wastewater. The following wording is acceptable: Contains Mercury. Don't Put in Trash. Recycle or Manage as Hazardous Waste.
B. The label must be affixed to the product such that the label is clearly visible and legible. A label printed using 10 point font or larger is presumed to be legible.C.Labels affixed to products must be printed, mounted, molded, engraved or otherwise affixed using materials that are sufficiently durable to remain legible for the useful life of the product.D.If the product is sold in packaging that obscures the label on the product, then the packaging also must be labeled. If, prior to sale, a retailer re-packages the product, then the retailer shall label the new packaging in accordance with this chapter.E.Where the purchaser or recipient is unable to view the labels on the product or product packaging at the time of purchase or receipt, such as in catalog sales transactions that occur over the internet or telephone, the manufacturer or retailer shall, prior to sale or distribution, clearly inform the purchaser or recipient that the product contains mercury.06- 096 C.M.R. ch. 870, § 5