REACH Safety Data Sheet Development

The communication requirements of REACH ensure that not only manufacturers and importers but also their downstream users have enough information to use chemical substances safely. The main tool for information transfer is the well-established and familiar Safety Data Sheet (SDS).

The SDS requirements under REACH became law on 1st June 2007 and the new requirements should already have been implemented.

Suppliers must provide a Safety Data Sheet to their customers when supplying a dangerous substance, a PBT or vPvB, or preparations containing such substances.

In addition, where exposure scenarios are developed as a result of conducting a Chemical Safety Assessment, they must be annexed to the Safety Data Sheet and thus be appropriately passed down the supply chain. By doing so, the supplier informs their customers about the risk management measures that are implemented or recommended for safe uses of the substance.

The Safety Data Sheet must be updated if new data become available on hazards or data which may affect the risk management measures, if an authorisation is granted or refused, or if a restriction is imposed.

We can help you:

• Determine if a SDS is needed for your substances or mixtures;
• Update your existing SDSs with any new information available under the 16 headings;
• Create new SDSs in the format required under REACH.