- The responsibility for producing Safety Data Sheets (SDS) for chemical products typically falls on the manufacturer or importer of the chemical product. In most countries, including the United States and European Union, the responsibility for producing SDSs is established by law, often as part of regulations governing the handling, transport, and use of hazardous chemicals.
- In the United States, for example, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) requires manufacturers or importers of hazardous chemicals to develop SDSs that comply with its Hazard Communication Standard. In the European Union, SDSs are required under the REACH Regulation, which places the responsibility for producing SDSs on manufacturers or importers of chemicals.
- In many cases, manufacturers and importers will contract with third-party service providers to produce SDSs on their behalf. These service providers typically have expertise in chemical safety and regulatory compliance, and can assist companies in developing SDSs that comply with relevant regulations and standards.
- It is important to note that the responsibility for ensuring the accuracy and completeness of the SDS ultimately falls on the manufacturer or importer of the chemical product. If a chemical product does not have an SDS, or if the SDS is inaccurate or incomplete, it may be illegal to use or transport the product in some jurisdictions.
