Council Directive 75/324/EEC on Aerosol Dispensers is one of the oldest EU regulations related to product safety. The Directive has two objectives which are fulfilled by technical harmonization at the European level:

• Guaranteeing those products within the scope of the Directive will be safe for consumers and other users in respect of hazards related to pressure and where appropriate, flammability and inhalation;

• Securing the free movement of aerosol dispensers throughout the EU. As such, Member States must allow the marketing on their territory of aerosol dispensers that comply with the directive.

The Directive has been amended multiple times since it took effect. The latest consolidated version is applicable as of February 12, 2018.