What regulatory guidelines apply to 4-(Chloromethyl)-1H-imidazole hydrochloride (CAS: 38585-61-4)?

4-(Chloromethyl)-1H-imidazole hydrochloride (CAS: 38585-61-4) falls under the GHS (Global Harmonized System of Classification and Labeling of Chemicals) and is classified as a hazardous chemical due to its corrosive properties. In the EU, it is regulated under REACH (Registration, Evaluation, Authorization and Restriction of Chemicals), requiring manufacturers and importers to register substances above 1 tonne per year. FDA and EPA have specific guidelines for the handling and disposal of such compounds in the United States.