Chemical manufacturers and importers must obtain or develop SDS sheets for each hazardous chemical they produce or import. These SDS sheets must be written in which language?

The requirement for Safety Data Sheets (SDS) to be written in English stems from regulations set forth by the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) in the United States. OSHA mandates that SDS sheets be provided in a format that is readily comprehensible to workers, and since English is the primary language used in workplace safety communications in the U.S., it is essential for chemical manufacturers and importers to produce these documents in English. This ensures that all individuals handling hazardous chemicals can understand the necessary safety information, hazards, and precautions, thereby promoting a safer working environment.

Other languages may be useful in multilingual workplaces, but the primary obligation under OSHA is to provide SDS sheets in English to meet regulatory compliance and ensure broad understanding among the workforce.