Minimal information requirements for the material safety data sheet

Chemical identity as it appears on the label

Manufacturer's name and contact information, preparation date

Hazardous ingredients, permissible exposure limits, threshold level value

Physical and chemical characteristics of the substance

Fire and explosion hazard data

Reactivity data such as chemical instability, substances the product may react with, hazardous byproducts, hazardous polymerization

Health hazard data such as route of entry, carcinogenicity, signs and symptoms of exposure, emergency and first aid procedure

Precaution for safe handling and use, including steps to be taken if spilled or released, waste disposal method, precaution for handling and storage

Control measures including protection methods and equipment

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