Should the general layout for companies that produce cosmetics and shampoos be designed in accordance with construction regulations or petrochemical industry regulations?
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Cosmetic production involves some flammable materials; should the general layout be designed in accordance with building codes or petrochemical industry standards?
It should be carried out in accordance with the strict requirements, I guess
Depending on the properties of your raw materials, if they fall into categories A or B, it is best to follow the petrochemical regulations.
From my experience, you need to ask the local authorities which regulations apply. Of course, the regulations for the petrochemical industry are strict; it’s no problem to apply those regulations to cosmetics as well. There isn’t much issue with applying the construction regulations either, but only if the local authorities agree to it
Therefore, it is recommended to consult the local authorities for their opinion
The opinions of the relevant regulatory authorities are very important; I have encountered situations where both the fire safety and safety departments required compliance with building codes and petrochemical industry regulations respectively, with changes occurring repeatedly until ultimately the petrochemical industry regulations were adopted.
The General Security Administration has Order No. 74, which outlines regulations regarding the overall layout in the chemical industry; it seems that when the volume of Class A and Class B substances reaches a certain level, compliance with petrochemical standards becomes mandatory. However, it’s best to first consult the local authorities for their opinions
Yes, in some places there are restrictions related to building codes, and in others there are restrictions related to petroleum industry regulations. So it’s necessary to clarify the opinions of the local authorities; what you think might not be useful, but what those in charge of handling these matters consider to be correct is what matters
We have also encountered the issue where fire safety authorities and safety inspection agencies require compliance with building regulations respectively and with petrochemical regulations respectively
God, even the local regulators aren’t sure and say to follow the regulations.
I suggest you communicate with the local authorities. Theoretically, this falls under the scope of building codes. But if you're dealing with surfactants or something similar, I've also seen cases that fall under the petrochemical regulations.