A Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS), now commonly called a Safety Data Sheet (SDS), describes a chemical's hazards, handling, storage, emergency measures and transport information, usually in the 16-section GHS format. In India it is required for hazardous chemicals under the Manufacture, Storage and Import of Hazardous Chemical Rules, and it is demanded by shipping lines, customers and export markets.
Sections of an SDS
- Identification
- Hazards
- Composition
- First aid
- Fire fighting
- Accidental release
- Handling and storage
- Exposure controls
- Physical and chemical properties
- Stability
- Toxicology
- Ecology
- Disposal
- Transport
- Regulatory
- Other
When needed
- Manufacture and import of hazardous chemicals
- Dangerous goods shipping
- Customer and export requirements
Preparation
Prepared by manufacturers or qualified consultants using test data and classification.
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Revise when composition or regulations change.
Frequently asked questions
Is MSDS a certificate?
It is a technical document, not a government certificate.
Do non-hazardous goods need MSDS?
Shippers may still request a non-hazardous declaration or SDS.
Is EU SDS format different?
EU requires REACH-compliant SDS with specific content.
Who is responsible for accuracy?
The manufacturer or supplier.
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