SDS (ເອກະສານຂໍ້ມູນຄວາມປອດໄພ) Preparation & Review Services for LAOS (Lao PDR)
Zoesoe Exports Pvt Ltd – Your Trusted Regulatory Partner for Laos GHS & Chemical Management Law Compliance
Zoesoe Exports Pvt Ltd prepares documentation tailored to the developing regulatory environment in Laos, ensuring compliance with the fundamental principles of the Law on Chemical Management (2016) and the Decision on the labeling of chemicals No. 0863/ MOIC. DOIC (2021).
🇱🇦 Key Compliance Mandates in Laos
Chemical activities in Laos are regulated primarily by the Ministry of Industry and Commerce (MOIC) and the Ministry of Natural Resources and Environment (MONRE).
1. Mandatory Format and System
GHS Foundation: The Law on Chemical Management defines "Hazardous Chemical" as those classified under the Globally Harmonized System (GHS). The subsequent Decision on labeling reinforces GHS classification.
SDS Requirement: While the 2021 labeling decision does not detail the SDS, the GHS mandates the SDS as a core element of hazard communication. An SDS must therefore be a 16-section document compliant with the GHS structure.
Chemical Registration/Notification: Chemicals are classified into four types (Type 1-4) by MOIC, requiring Pre-registration, Registration, or Notification based on hazard level, as per the Decision No. 1204/MOIC.DIH (2020). A compliant SDS is essential documentation for this process.
2. Language Requirements
The official language of Laos is Lao (ພາສາລາວ).
Bilingual Requirement (Labeling): The Law on Chemical Management requires that labels for hazardous chemicals must be written in Lao and foreign languages.
SDS Language: While the SDS requirement is not explicitly defined in the same decision, best practice for the Lao market dictates that the SDS should be provided in English (for technical users/importers) and preferably translated into Lao (for end-user compliance and local authority review).
3. Safety Information (As per Law on Chemical Management)
The Law requires "Safety information" regarding chemical activities to comprise extensive data, covering the 16 sections of a standard GHS SDS. This includes:
Chemical formula and components.
Physical/chemical properties and toxic levels.
Hazard level, health/environmental risk levels.
First aid, fire prevention, and accident prevention measures.
Waste management and transportation information.
🇱🇦 Our SDS Services for Laos (GHS & MOIC Compliant)
FeatureLao Market BenefitGHS AlignmentSDS is prepared in the mandatory 16-Section GHS Format, aligning with the GHS principles adopted by the Law on Chemical Management.Registration SupportDocumentation supports the mandatory Registration or Notification requirements under MOIC's Decision No. 1204/MOIC.DIH.Bilingual Labeling ReadyClassification and hazard statements are prepared for direct application onto Lao and English product labels.Language OptionSDS prepared in high-quality English with the option for professional translation into Lao upon request.Transport ComplianceAccurate Section 14 data ensures smooth customs clearance and adherence to international transport rules (IMDG/IATA).