SDS (Safety Data Sheet) Preparation & Review Services for India 🇮🇳 (Chennai/Tamil Nadu Focus)
GHS, Import Compliance, and TNPCB Regulation Readiness
By Zoesoe Exports Pvt Ltd – Your Trusted Regulatory Partner for the Chennai Chemical Hub
Zoesoe Exports Pvt Ltd offers specialized SDS Preparation and Review Services tailored to meet the exacting regulatory needs of industries operating in Chennai and the state of Tamil Nadu. Chennai's status as a major port for chemical imports and a large manufacturing base (especially in chemicals, auto, and pharmaceuticals) necessitates strict compliance with both central laws and enforcement by the state authorities, particularly the Tamil Nadu Pollution Control Board (TNPCB).
Why SDS is Critical in Chennai/Tamil Nadu
The requirement for an SDS is legally mandated and is a central document for import clearance, workplace safety, and environmental permitting in Tamil Nadu.
The legal basis for the SDS stems from:
Manufacturing, Storage and Import of Hazardous Chemical (MSIHC) Rules, 1989/2000: These central rules mandate the provision of a safety data sheet (Schedule 9) for hazardous chemicals. For imports arriving at Chennai Port, importers must provide complete product safety information to the Tamil Nadu Pollution Control Board (TNPCB) at the time of import (or within 30 days) as per Rule 18(2) of the MSIHC Rules (Source 1.3).
The Factories Act, 1948 & Directorate of Industrial Safety and Health (DISH): The DISH (Guindy, Chennai) enforces worker safety, requiring the SDS for hazard communication, worker training, and determining the appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
TNPCB (Environmental Compliance): The TNPCB enforces the Hazardous and Other Wastes (Management and Transboundary Movement) Rules, 2016. The chemical, physical, and hazardous properties detailed in the SDS (particularly Sections 12 & 13) are crucial for:
Obtaining Authorization for Hazardous Waste Management (Source 2.4, 2.5).
Preparing the necessary documentation for the disposal of hazardous waste (e.g., spent solvents, contaminated barrels, sludges) at authorized Common Hazardous Waste Treatment and Disposal Facilities (CHW-TSDFs) (Source 2.3).
Upcoming CMSR (India REACH): The impending Chemicals (Management and Safety) Rules (CMSR) mandate the maintenance and submission of an up-to-date GHS-compliant SDS during the new Notification and Registration processes for chemicals placed in the Indian territory ($\geq 1$ Tonne Per Annum) (Source 4.5).
A Compliant Chennai SDS must be:
Format: The internationally recognized 16-section GHS format (aligned with the structure outlined in Schedule 9 of the MSIHC Rules) (Source 1.3).
Language: Primarily provided in English.
Content: Robustly classified and contain detailed information to satisfy both import/customs clearance and local environmental reporting to the TNPCB.
Our SDS Services for Chennai (TNPCB & Import Compliant)
1. SDS Preparation (GHS Aligned & Import Ready)
We create a complete 16-section GHS-compliant SDS that serves all compliance needs, from port clearance to factory floor safety:
Import Compliance: Ensuring the SDS contains the necessary data for submission to the TNPCB for import clearance purposes, as required by the MSIHC Rules.
Environmental Data Focus: Strong emphasis on Section 12 (Ecological Information) and Section 13 (Disposal Considerations), integrating references to Tamil Nadu's specific Hazardous Waste Management and disposal norms.
Worker Protection: Detailed information in Section 8 (PPE, Exposure Limits) required for DISH audits.
Transportation: Accurate classification as per IMDG/IATA/Central Motor Vehicles Rules (Section 14).
2. SDS Review & Technical Verification
We review your existing SDS (MSDS or older GHS versions) for compliance with current Indian standards and future CMSR readiness, checking:
MSIHC Schedule 9 Alignment: Verification that the format and content meet the specific requirements laid out in the central rules.
Completeness: Ensuring all sections are populated with technically accurate information for Factory Inspectorate and TNPCB scrutiny.
3. CMSR (India REACH) Preparation Support
We ensure your SDS is prepared to meet the technical data submission requirements for the forthcoming CMSR (India REACH) Notification and Registration requirements, positioning your company for long-term regulatory success (Source 4.3).
Industries We Serve in Chennai and Tamil Nadu
Automotive & Auto Components Manufacturing (Solvents, Lubricants, Chemicals)
Chemical Importers and Distributors (Operating via Chennai Port)
Pharmaceutical and Bulk Drug Intermediates
Leather and Textile Processing Chemicals
Industrial Chemicals and Solvents
Why Choose Zoesoe Exports Pvt Ltd?
Import Specialization: Expertise in the specific documentation required by Chennai Customs and the TNPCB for hazardous chemical imports.
GHS Expertise: Documentation classified and prepared to meet the recognized international standards required for both domestic and international trade.
Local Authority Focus: Documentation built to satisfy the audit requirements of the DISH, Tamil Nadu, and the TNPCB.