SDS (Safety Data Sheet) Republic of Cuba 🇨🇺
SDS (Safety Data Sheet) Preparation & Import Compliance Services for Cuba
By Zoesoe Exports Pvt Ltd – Your Trusted Partner for Caribbean & Latin American Compliance
Cuba's chemical safety framework is based on national regulations that emphasize Occupational Health and Safety (OSH), public health, and state control over hazardous substances. Compliance requires the provision of a Safety Data Sheet (SDS) that adheres to recognized international standards and supports the mandatory procedures for import and national registration.
Why SDS Is Essential in Cuba
The legal requirement for providing robust safety documentation stems from laws and decrees governing workplace safety, chemical control, and import procedures:
Chemical Safety Law: Decree-Law No. 309 of Chemical Safety (2013) establishes the framework for managing chemicals, including the registration and control of hazardous chemicals. A comprehensive SDS is a fundamental technical document required to support the authorization and registration processes managed by the national authorities.
Occupational Safety and Health (OSH): Cuba has ratified key International Labour Organization (ILO) Conventions (like Convention No. 155 on OSH) and implemented national laws (e.g., Resolution 39/2007 on the General Basis for Safety and Health at Work). These require employers to assess and manage risks and ensure training and information on risks are provided to workers. The SDS is the standard tool to fulfill this legal duty for chemical hazards.
Import/Customs Requirements: For the import of chemicals, including "sustancias peligrosas" (hazardous substances) and raw materials, authorities often require technical and safety documentation to grant necessary permits. The 16-section SDS (Safety Passport) is the internationally accepted format used for this purpose.
Language Requirement: The SDS and critical safety information must be provided in Spanish (Español), the official language of Cuba, for local compliance, submission to authorities, and effective worker training.
A compliant SDS for Cuba must be:
Format: The internationally recognized 16-section SDS format (GHS aligned).
Language Specific: Written entirely in Spanish.
Content: Must contain accurate GHS-aligned classification and detailed information on handling, storage, PPE, and emergency response, consistent with Cuban OSH standards.
Documentation: Must be prepared to support the National Register of Hazardous Chemical Products when that system is fully implemented.
Our SDS Services for Cuba
1. SDS Preparation (GHS Aligned)
We create a complete, 16-section GHS-compliant SDS, ensuring adherence to international standards and the specific needs of Cuban import and OSH regulations.
Our SDS includes:
Hazard classification (GHS aligned).
Handling, storage, and Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) recommendations suitable for local industrial practices.
Accurate, technical Spanish translation of all required sections.
Inclusion of local emergency contact information, where available and appropriate.
2. SDS Review & Localisation
We review your existing international SDS (e.g., US OSHA or EU REACH) to ensure technical accuracy and compliance with the 16-section GHS standard. We then provide the mandatory, high-quality Spanish translation to meet regulatory submission and workplace safety requirements.
3. Import & Registration Support
We assist the exporter or importer with the necessary technical safety documentation required for submission to Cuban authorities (e.g., the Ministry of Science, Technology and Environment, or the Ministry of Health) to obtain import and usage permits for hazardous substances.
Industries We Serve
Agriculture (Pesticides and Agrochemicals)
Energy and Mining
Pharmaceuticals and Biotechnology
Manufacturing and Construction
Why Choose Zoesoe Exports Pvt Ltd?
Latin American Expertise: Specialized knowledge in navigating the specific OSH-centric and import control regulatory procedures of Cuba.
Mandatory Spanish Translation: Accurate, specialized translation of chemical and regulatory terminology.
Import Compliance: Documentation built to satisfy the core requirement for customs clearance and the legal circulation of chemicals under Decree-Law No. 309.
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