Substance Registry
/ˈsʌbstəns ˈrɛdʒɪstri/
Definitions
- (n.) A centralized database or official list that assigns unique identifiers to chemical substances for regulatory, health, and safety purposes.
The EPA uses the Substance Registry to track chemicals subject to environmental regulations.
Forms
- substance registry
- substance registries
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Commentary
The term is primarily used in regulatory and environmental law contexts; accurate identification of substances via a registry facilitates compliance and enforcement.
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