SDS (Safety Data Sheet) Preparation & Review Services for India 🇮🇳 (Surat/Gujarat Focus)
GHS, MSIHC Rules, and GPCB/DISH Compliance for the Chemical & Textile Hub
By Zoesoe Exports Pvt Ltd – Your Trusted Regulatory Partner for Surat and South Gujarat
Zoesoe Exports Pvt Ltd offers specialized SDS Preparation and Review Services tailored for industries operating in Surat and the surrounding industrial belt of South Gujarat (including Hazira, Ankleshwar, and Dahej). As a global center for textiles, dyes, and complex chemical manufacturing, the Surat region faces high-risk scenarios and is under continuous scrutiny from the Gujarat Pollution Control Board (GPCB) and the Directorate of Industrial Safety and Health (DISH), Gujarat.
Why SDS is Critical in Surat/Gujarat
The SDS is a mandatory legal requirement and the cornerstone of Process Safety Management (PSM), essential for controlling the high risks associated with the region's complex chemical operations, especially Major Accident Hazards (MAH) [Source 1.1, 1.3].
The legal basis for the SDS stems from:
Manufacture, Storage and Import of Hazardous Chemical (MSIHC) Rules, 1989/2000 (Central Law): These rules mandate the provision of a safety data sheet (Schedule 9) for all hazardous chemicals. Due to the concentration of chemical plants in South Gujarat, the majority of the region's large industrial units are classified as MAH sites. The SDS provides the necessary data for preparing statutory Safety Reports and On-Site Emergency Plans [Source 2.3].
The Factories Act, 1948 & DISH, Gujarat (State Enforcement): The DISH, Gujarat, enforces stringent safety compliance. The SDS is the primary technical document used to fulfill the occupier's duty to:
Disclose chemical hazards and risks to workers.
Determine and ensure the use of appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) (Section 8) [Source 1.3].
Under the Gujarat Factories Rules, the definition of an Industrial Activity often involves hazardous chemicals listed in Schedule 2, 3, or 4 of the MSIHC Rules, making the SDS a non-negotiable compliance document [Source 4.3].
Gujarat Pollution Control Board (GPCB): The GPCB relies heavily on the SDS for enforcing:
Hazardous Waste Management: Data in the SDS (especially Sections 12 & 13) is critical for obtaining Hazardous Waste Authorization and documenting waste streams (e.g., mother liquors, organic residues from dye manufacturing) for disposal at authorized Common Hazardous Waste Treatment, Storage, and Disposal Facilities (CHW-TSDFs) [Source 2.4, 2.6].
Upcoming CMSR (India REACH): The impending Chemicals (Management and Safety) Rules (CMSR) mandate the maintenance and submission of an up-to-date GHS Rev. 8-compliant SDS during the new Notification and Registration processes for chemicals placed in the Indian territory ($\geq 1$ Tonne Per Annum) [Source 1.6].
A Compliant Surat SDS must be:
Format: The internationally recognized 16-section GHS format (aligned with the structure outlined in Schedule 9 of the MSIHC Rules).
Language: Primarily provided in English.
Content: Classified and detailed to satisfy DISH (for safety/MAH) and GPCB (for environmental/waste) requirements, with a strong focus on the fire, flammability, and reactivity data relevant to Surat's industrial risk profile [Source 1.1].
Our SDS Services for Surat (DISH & MAH Compliant)
1. SDS Preparation (GHS Aligned & Regulatory Submission Ready)
We create a complete 16-section GHS-compliant SDS that serves all compliance needs, tailored for South Gujarat's chemical profile:
MAH Readiness: Provision of detailed data on flammability, auto-ignition, and reactivity (Section 9 & 10) necessary for preparing and updating Safety Reports and On-Site Emergency Plans, a key focus area for DISH Surat [Source 1.1, 1.3].
Environmental Compliance: Strong emphasis on Section 12 (Ecology) and Section 13 (Disposal), ensuring alignment with GPCB requirements for managing liquid and solid hazardous waste, including detailed chemical analysis data [Source 2.4, 2.6].
Worker Protection: Detailed and accurate information in Section 8 (PPE, Exposure Limits) to meet the stringent requirements of the DISH, Gujarat, for chemical safety training [Source 1.3, 1.6].
2. SDS Review & Technical Verification
We review your existing SDS (MSDS or older GHS versions) for compliance against the stringent requirements of the Factories Act and MSIHC Rules enforced by the Gujarat government, particularly checking for data gaps that could trigger non-compliance during a DISH or GPCB audit.
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 future regulatory success.
Industries We Serve in Surat and South Gujarat
Dye and Dye Intermediates Manufacturing
Textile Processing (Chemicals, bleaching agents, solvents)
Specialty Chemicals and Resins Manufacturing
Petrochemicals and Bulk Chemical Storage (Hazira, Dahej)
Third-Party Logistics and Chemical Storage Warehousing
Why Choose Zoesoe Exports Pvt Ltd?
Local Authority Focus: Documentation built to satisfy the audit requirements of the DISH, Gujarat, and the GPCB Regional Office, Surat.
PSM/MAH Expertise: Specialized knowledge in preparing safety documents for high-risk Major Accident Hazard sites.
GHS Expertise: Documentation classified and prepared to meet the recognized international standards required for global trade (especially relevant to Surat's textile exports) [Source 1.3].