<P> The Globally Harmonized System of Classification and Labelling of Chemicals contains a standard specification for safety data sheets . The SDS follows a 16 section format which is internationally agreed and for substances especially, the SDS should be followed with an Annex which contains the exposure scenarios of this particular substance . The 16 sections are: </P> <Ul> <Li> SECTION 1: Identification of the substance / mixture and of the company / undertaking <Ul> <Li> 1.1 . Product identifier </Li> <Li> 1.2 . Relevant identified uses of the substance or mixture and uses advised against </Li> <Li> 1.3 . Details of the supplier of the safety data sheet </Li> <Li> 1.4 . Emergency telephone number </Li> </Ul> </Li> <Li> SECTION 2: Hazards identification <Ul> <Li> 2.1 . Classification of the substance or mixture </Li> <Li> 2.2 . Label elements </Li> <Li> 2.3 . Other hazards </Li> </Ul> </Li> <Li> SECTION 3: Composition / information on ingredients <Ul> <Li> 3.1 . Substances </Li> <Li> 3.2 . Mixtures </Li> </Ul> </Li> <Li> SECTION 4: First aid measures <Ul> <Li> 4.1 . Description of first aid measures </Li> <Li> 4.2 . Most important symptoms and effects, both acute and delayed </Li> <Li> 4.3 . Indication of any immediate medical attention and special treatment needed </Li> </Ul> </Li> <Li> SECTION 5: Firefighting measures <Ul> <Li> 5.1 . Extinguishing media </Li> <Li> 5.2 . Special hazards arising from the substance or mixture </Li> <Li> 5.3 . Advice for firefighters </Li> </Ul> </Li> <Li> SECTION 6: Accidental release measure <Ul> <Li> 6.1 . Personal precautions, protective equipment and emergency procedures </Li> <Li> 6.2 . Environmental precautions </Li> <Li> 6.3 . Methods and material for containment and cleaning up </Li> <Li> 6.4 . Reference to other sections </Li> </Ul> </Li> <Li> SECTION 7: Handling and storage <Ul> <Li> 7.1 . Precautions for safe handling </Li> <Li> 7.2 . Conditions for safe storage, including any incompatibilities </Li> <Li> 7.3 . Specific end use (s) </Li> </Ul> </Li> <Li> SECTION 8: Exposure controls / personal protection <Ul> <Li> 8.1 . Control parameters </Li> <Li> 8.2 . Exposure controls </Li> </Ul> </Li> <Li> SECTION 9: Physical and chemical properties <Ul> <Li> 9.1 . Information on basic physical and chemical properties </Li> <Li> 9.2 . Other information </Li> </Ul> </Li> <Li> SECTION 10: Stability and reactivity <Ul> <Li> 10.1 . Reactivity </Li> <Li> 10.2 . Chemical stability </Li> <Li> 10.3 . Possibility of hazardous reactions </Li> <Li> 10.4 . Conditions to avoid </Li> <Li> 10.5 . Incompatible materials </Li> <Li> 10.6 . Hazardous decomposition products </Li> </Ul> </Li> <Li> SECTION 11: Toxicological information <Ul> <Li> 11.1 . Information on toxicological effects </Li> </Ul> </Li> <Li> SECTION 12: Ecological information <Ul> <Li> 12.1 . Toxicity </Li> <Li> 12.2 . Persistence and degradability </Li> <Li> 12.3 . Bioaccumulative potential </Li> <Li> 12.4 . Mobility in soil </Li> <Li> 12.5 . Results of PBT and vPvB assessment </Li> <Li> 12.6 . Other adverse effects </Li> </Ul> </Li> <Li> SECTION 13: Disposal considerations <Ul> <Li> 13.1 . Waste treatment methods </Li> </Ul> </Li> <Li> SECTION 14: Transport information <Ul> <Li> 14.1 . UN number </Li> <Li> 14.2 . UN proper shipping name </Li> <Li> 14.3 . Transport hazard class (es) </Li> <Li> 14.4 . Packing group </Li> <Li> 14.5 . Environmental hazards </Li> <Li> 14.6 . Special precautions for user </Li> <Li> 14.7 . Transport in bulk according to Annex II of MARPOL73 / 78 and the IBC Code </Li> </Ul> </Li> <Li> SECTION 15: Regulatory information <Ul> <Li> 15.1 . Safety, health and environmental regulations / legislation specific for the substance or mixture </Li> <Li> 15.2 . Chemical safety assessment </Li> </Ul> </Li> <Li> SECTION 16: Other information </Li> </Ul> <Li> SECTION 1: Identification of the substance / mixture and of the company / undertaking <Ul> <Li> 1.1 . Product identifier </Li> <Li> 1.2 . Relevant identified uses of the substance or mixture and uses advised against </Li> <Li> 1.3 . Details of the supplier of the safety data sheet </Li> <Li> 1.4 . Emergency telephone number </Li> </Ul> </Li> <Ul> <Li> 1.1 . Product identifier </Li> <Li> 1.2 . Relevant identified uses of the substance or mixture and uses advised against </Li> <Li> 1.3 . Details of the supplier of the safety data sheet </Li> <Li> 1.4 . Emergency telephone number </Li> </Ul>

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