Section 2: Hazard(s) Identification This section identifies the hazards of the chemical presented on the SDS and the appropriate warning information associated with those hazards.

Section 2: Hazard(s) Identification This section identifies the hazards of the chemical presented on the SDS and the appropriate warning information associated with those hazards.

1, Allocation of label elements (mandatory) of HCS 2012 requires the label to include "the product identifier used on the safety data sheet." Appendix D to HCS 2012 requires the product identifier that is used on the label to be listed in Section 1 of the SDS.

ing to OSHA, Category 1 chemicals and materials pose serious health risks even with relatively brief exposure. The risk may come about through inhalation, contact with the skin or ingestion. The material may be in the form of dust, liquid or gas.

A category 1A (Carc1A) carcinogen is a substance known to have carcinogenic potential for humans, classification is largely based on human evidence. A category 1B (Carc1B) is a substance which is presumed to have carcinogenic potential for humans, classification is largely based on animal evidence.

Section 1 identifies the chemicals on the SDS and recommended uses. It also provides contact information for the supplier. Information required in this section includes: The product identifier used on the label and any common names or synonyms which the substance is known.

Section 1, Identification includes product identifier; manufacturer or distributor name, address, phone number; emergency phone number; recommended use; restrictions on use. Section 2, Hazard(s) identification includes all hazards regarding the chemical; required label elements.