Safety Data Sheets (SDS)

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# Section 2: Hazard(s) Identification This section identifies the hazards of the chemical presented on the SDS and the appropriate warning information associated with those hazards. The required information consists of: - The hazard classification of the chemical (e.g., flammable liquid, category¹). - Signal word. - Hazard statement(s). - Pictograms (the pictograms or hazard symbols may be presented as graphical reproductions of the symbols in black and white or be a description of the name of the symbol (e.g., skull and crossbones, flame). - Precautionary statement(s). - Description of any hazards not otherwise classified. - For a mixture that contains an ingredient(s) with unknown toxicity, a statement describing how much (percentage) of the mixture consists of ingredient(s) with unknown acute toxicity. Please note that this is a total percentage of the mixture and not tied to the individual ingredient(s). ## Section 3: Composition/Information on Ingredients This section identifies the ingredient(s) contained in the product indicated on the SDS, including impurities and stabilizing additives. This section includes information on substances, mixtures, and all chemicals where a trade secret is claimed. The required information consists of: ## Substances - Chemical name. - Common name and synonyms. - Chemical Abstracts Service (CAS) number and other unique identifiers. - Impurities and stabilizing additives, which are themselves classified and which contribute to the classification of the chemical. ## Mixtures - Same information required for substances. - The chemical name and concentration (i.e., exact percentage) of all ingredients which are classified as health hazards and are: - Present above their cut-off/concentration limits or - Present a health risk below the cut-off/concentration limits. - The concentration (exact percentages) of each ingredient must be specified except concentration ranges may be used in the following situations: - …

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U.S. DEPARTMENT OF LABOR # Occupational Safety and Health Administration - Part Number: 1910 - Part Number - Title: Occupational Safety and Health Standards - Subpart: 1910 Subpart Z - Subpart Title: Toxic and Hazardous Substances Standard - Number: 1910.1200 App D - Title: Safety Data Sheets (Mandatory) - GPO Source: e-CFR ## Appendix D to § 1910.1200-Safety Data Sheets (Mandatory) A safety data sheet (SDS) shall include the information specified in Table D.1 under the section number and heading indicated for sections 1-11 and 16. While each section of the SDS must contain all of the specified information, preparers of safety data sheets are not required to present the information in any particular order within each section. If no relevant information is found for any given subheading within a section, the SDS shall clearly indicate that no applicable information is available. Sections 12-15 may be included in the SDS, but are not mandatory. Table D.1-Minimum Information for an SDS <table><tr><th>Headings</th><th>Subheadings</th></tr><tr><td>1. Identification</td><td>(a) Product identifier used on the label;</td></tr><tr><td></td><td>(b) Other means of identification;</td></tr><tr><td></td><td>(c) Recommended use of the chemical and restrictions on use;</td></tr></table> Submit Feedback

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# SHA® BR # Hazard Communication Standard: Safety Data Sheets The Hazard Communication Standard (HCS) (29 CFR 1910.1200(g)), revised in 2012, requires that the chemical manufacturer, distributor, or importer provide Safety Data Sheets (SDSs) (formerly MSDSs or Material Safety Data Sheets) for each hazardous chemical to downstream users to communicate information on these hazards. The information contained in the SDS is largely the same as the MSDS, except now the SDSs are required to be presented in a consistent user-friendly, 16-section format. This brief provides guidance to help workers who handle hazardous chemicals to become familiar with the format and understand the contents of the SDSs. The SDS includes information such as the properties of each chemical; the physical, health, and environmental health hazards; protective measures; and safety precautions for handling, storing, and transporting the chemical. The information contained in the SDS must be in English (although it may be in other languages as well). In addition, OSHA requires that SDS preparers provide specific minimum information as detailed in Appendix D of 29 CFR 1910.1200. The SDS preparers may also include additional information in various section(s). Sections 1 through 8 contain general information about the chemical, identification, hazards, composition, safe handling practices, and emergency control measures (e.g., fire fighting). This information should be helpful to those that need to get the information quickly. Sections 9 through 11 and 16 contain other technical and scientific information, such as physical and chemical properties, stability and reactivity information, toxicological information, exposure control information, and other information including the date of preparation or last revision. The SDS must also state that no applicable information was found when the preparer does not find relevant information for any required element. The SDS must also contain Sections 12 throu…

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# QUICK OSHA CARD # Hazard Communication Safety Data Sheets The Hazard Communication Standard (HCS) requires chemical manufacturers, distributors, or importers to provide Safety Data Sheets (SDSs) for each hazardous chemical. The HCS requires SDSs to be in a uniform format and include the section numbers, the headings, and associated information under the headings below: Section 1, Identification includes product identifier used on the label; manufacturer or distributor name, U.S. address and phone number; emergency phone number; recommended use; restrictions on use. Section 2, Hazard(s) identification includes all hazards regarding the chemical's intrinsic properties including a change in the chemical's physical form and chemical reaction products associated with known or reasonably anticipated uses or applications; required label elements. Section 3, Composition/information on ingredients includes information on chemical ingredients such as names; Chemical Abstracts Service (CAS) numbers or other unique identifiers; prescribed concentration ranges for trade secret claims. Section 4, First-aid measures includes important symptoms/effects, acute, delayed; required treatment. Section 5, Fire-fighting measures lists suitable extinguishing techniques, equipment; chemical hazards from fire. Section 6, Accidental release measures lists emergency procedures; protective equipment; proper methods of containment and cleanup. Section 7, Handling and storage lists precautions for safe handling and storage, including incompatibilities. (Continued on other side) DEPARTM TMENT OF LABOR ED STATES OF AMERIC For more information: Occupational OSHA S Safety and Health Administration U.S. Department of Labor www.osha.gov (800) 321-OSHA (6742) OSHA 3493-08R 2024

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# Section 10: Stability and Reactivity (cont.) ## Section 15: Regulatory Information (non-mandatory) This section identifies the safety, health, and environmental regulations specific for the product that is not indicated anywhere else on the SDS. The information may include: Any national and/or regional regulatory information of the chemical or mixtures (including any OSHA, Department of Transportation, Environmental Protection Agency, or Consumer Product Safety Commission regulations). ## Section 16: Other Information This section indicates when the SDS was prepared or when the last known revision was made. The SDS may also state where the changes have been made to the previous version. You may wish to contact the supplier for an explanation of the changes. Other useful information also may be included here. ## Employer Responsibilities Employers must ensure that the SDSs are readily accessible to employees for all hazardous chemicals in their workplace. This may be done in many ways. For example, employers may keep the SDSs in a binder or on computers as long as the employees have immediate access to the information without leaving their work area when needed and a back-up is available for rapid access to the SDS in the case of a power outage or other emergency. Furthermore, employers may want to designate a person(s) responsible for obtaining and maintaining the SDSs. If the employer does not have an SDS, the employer or designated person(s) should contact the manufacturer to obtain one. ## References OSHA, 29 CFR 1910.1200(g) and Appendix D. United Nations Globally Harmonized System of Classification and Labelling of Chemicals (GHS), third revised edition, United Nations, 2009. These references and other information related to the revised Hazard Communication Standard can be found on OSHA's Hazard Communication Safety and Health Topics page, located at: http://www.osha.gov/dsg/hazcom/index.html. Disclaimer: This brief provides a general overview of…

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# Hazard Communication and the Globally Harmonized System (GHS) (cont.) ## New Hazard Classification Requirements The revision to the HCS requires suppliers to use the same classification criteria for each type of health and physical hazard as required by GHS. Detailed instructions for evaluation, classification, categorization of the hazards and use of label elements are provided in the mandatory Appendices A, B, C, D, and F of the standard (T8CCR 5194). ## Safety Data Sheets Format August 2015 Safety data sheets (SDS) have replaced material safety datasheets (MSDS). Suppliers now must prepare safety data sheets for their products that follow a standardized 16-section format in conveying information about a hazardous chemical's health effects and physical and chemical characteristics. ## Safety Data Sheet 1. Identification of the substance or mixture and of the supplier 2. Hazards identification 3. Composition/information on ingredients 4. First aid measures 5. Firefighting measures 6. Accidental release measures 7. Handling and storage 8. Exposure controls/personal protection. 9. Physical and chemical properties 10. Stability and reactivity 11. Toxicological information 12. Ecological information 13. Disposal considerations 14. Transport information 15. Regulatory information 16. Other information including information on preparation and revision of the SDS ## Written Hazard Communication Program As before, it remains the employer's responsibility to develop and implement a written hazard communication (HAZCOM) Hazard Communication and the Globally Harmonized System (GHS) program, which includes a list of hazardous chemicals known to be present, container labels, safety data sheets, and employee information and training. Safety data sheets must be immediately available to employees. ## New Employee Training Requirements New requirements include training on the meaning of the new label elements, the new safety data sheet format, and any …

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# OSHA CARD QUICK TM # Hazard Communication Safety Data Sheets Section 8, Exposure controls/personal protection for chemicals listed in Section 3, lists OSHA's Permissible Exposure Limits (PELS); ACGIH Threshold Limit Values (TLVs); and any other exposure limit or range used or recommended by the chemical manufacturer, importer, or employer preparing the SDS, where available; appropriate engineering controls; personal protective equipment (PPE). Section 9, Physical and chemical properties lists the chemical's characteristics, including particle size. Section 10, Stability and reactivity lists chemical stability and possibility of hazardous reactions, including associated with any foreseeable emergencies. Section 11, Toxicological information includes routes of exposure; related symptoms, acute and chronic effects; numerical measures of toxicity; interactive effects. - Section 12, Ecological information* - Section 13, Disposal considerations* - Section 14, Transport information* - Section 15, Regulatory information* Section 16, Other information, includes the date of preparation or last revision. *Note: Since other Agencies regulate this information, OSHA will not be enforcing Sections 12 through 15 (29 CFR 1910.1200(g)(2)). Employers must ensure that SDSs are readily accessible to employees. See Appendix D of 29 CFR 1910.1200 for a detailed description of SDS contents. DEPARTM MENT OF LABOR ED STATES OF AMERIC For more information: OSHA Occupational Safety and Health Administration U.S. Department of Labor www.osha.gov (800) 321-OSHA (6742)