What regulatory guidelines apply to 4-Bromo-2-hydroxybenzoic acid (CAS: 1666-28-0)?

4-Bromo-2-hydroxybenzoic acid (CAS: 1666-28-0) is classified under the Globally Harmonized System of Classification and Labelling of Chemicals (GHS) as a skin and eye irritant. It is subject to regulation under the REACH (Registration, Evaluation, Authorization and Restriction of Chemicals) framework in the EU, which requires manufacturers and importers to register substances and assess their environmental and health impacts. In the US, it is regulated by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for industrial and commercial use, respectively. Specific handling, storage, and disposal guidelines must be followed to ensure compliance with these regulations.