The Mini (M)SDS is generally a default Chemwatch authored document. It is a one page colour coded summary report for a material that already has a corresponding Gold (M)SDS as per the classification criteria used; GHS/REACH/Local) and is dependent on country and language settings. It covers six sections; material identification (ingredients), acute and chronic health effects, physical properties, emergency, first aid, precautions, safe storage and contains information presented in graphical format. Attached is a guide to classification and graphics for reference. Click on the image to view tagged headers for an overview.
Sections of a Mini (M)SDS
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Sectional Layer |
Description |
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Colour coding |
Colour coding depends on the highest number of the hazard rating category which concludes the level of the hazard; non-hazardous, low hazard, moderate hazard, high hazard or extreme hazard. Refer to the table below for the hazard rating categories and he respective colour coding and hazard statement based on the rating.
Chemwatch hazard rating for formaldehyde
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Legislative statement |
This section specifies the legislative arrangement with relevancy to the classification instrument utilised as per the type of MSDS format. Each type of format is linked to specific countries/jurisdictions/regions.
The legislative statement is based on the MSDS Settings set to specific country. There are three primary legislative instruments as descried below.
MSDS Format |
Description
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Local
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Australian regulatory instrument is the default (M)SDS setting; NOHSC/ADG Code |
GHS |
Globally Harmonized system of classification and Labelling of Hazardous Chemicals
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REACH |
Registration, Evaluation, Authorization and Restriction of chemical Substances SDS (European Regulation on Chemical and their Safe Use
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Identification |
This section provides the name of the material, ingredient(s) name(s), Chemical Abstract Substance Number, % proportion, Occupational Exposure Limit per ingredient.
The dangerous goods classification is also tailored in this section where, if the material classified as a dangerous good, the information will be summarised as DG Data including the DG diamond corresponding to its class, UN number, Hazchem code, DG Class number, Subsidiary Risk, Packing Group and Poison Schedule. Example for formaldehyde is shown below.
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Health Hazard Information |
Mini displays immediate health effects and any Chemwatch recommend extra risk(s) with an asterisk (*), which depicts – limited evidence (non legal risk). The full risks can be referenced in Gold (M)SDS for the material.
The health hazards also depicted in graphical format. Hovering your mouse over each generated graphic will provide the respective tag information about the graphic. We also have a guide wall chart which describe each graphic used in Mini MSDS as a summary representation of information. See attachment linked to this article to download the wall chart for your reference.
For full hazard/risks classification data, refer to the full Chemwatch Gold (M)SDS for more details.
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Precautions for User |
Summary of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and appropriate engineering controls recommended. Specific PPEs are provided with the summary for storage and transportation information where applicable.
Hovering your mouse over each generated graphic will provide the respective tag information about the graphic. We also have a guide wall chart which describe each graphic used in Mini MSDS as a summary representation of information. See attachment linked to this article to download the wall chart for your reference.
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Properties |
Provides brief information on physical properties of the material/chemical/product including graphics as communication tool. Hovering your mouse over each generated graphic will provide the respective tag information about the graphic. We also have a guide wall chart which describe each graphic used in Mini MSDS as a summary representation of information. See attachment linked to this article to download the wall chart for your reference.
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Emergency |
Emergency information is summarised using graphical representation. Hovering your mouse over each generated graphic will provide the respective tag information about the graphic. We also have a guide wall chart which describe each graphic used in Mini MSDS as a summary representation of information. See attachment linked to this article to download the wall chart for your reference. You may also refer to the various types of emergency reports for more details. Click here to open the emergency reports article.
For a list of Mini/Gold SDS or RA Report icons and descriptions, click here.
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First Aid |
In case of exposure, injury or illness, first aid information is paramount. A summary of first aid categories include; Swallowing, Eye Contact, Skin contact, Inhalation, Advice to Doctor, Fire Fighting, Spills and Disposal considerations.
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Safe Storage with other Classified Chemicals |
Recommendation of combinations of other classes based on compatibility is provided as a guide to consider safe storage based on the health aspect of the materials/chemicals/products.
Reference below for Physical, Health and Environment hazards with respective Risk Codes.
PHYSICAL HAZARDS |
Explosive |
Symbol and indication of danger
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E-Explosives
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Risk phrase(s)
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R2 Risk of explosion by shock, friction, fire or other sources of ignition.
R3 Extreme risk of explosion by shock, friction, fire or other sources of ignition.
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Oxidising |
Symbol and indication of danger
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O-Oxidising
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Risk phrase(s)
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R7 May cause fire.
R8 Contact with combustible material may cause fire.
R9 Explosive when mixed with combustible material.
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Extremely Flammable |
Symbol and indication of danger
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F+ - Extremely Flammable
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Risk phrase(s)
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R12 Extremely flammable.
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Highly Flammable |
Symbol and indication of danger
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F – Highly Flammable
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Risk phrase(s)
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R11 Highly flammable.
R15 Contact with water liberates extremely flammable gases.
R17 Spontaneously flammable in air.
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Flammable |
Symbol and indication of danger
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No Symbol or indication
Flammable
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Risk phrase(s)
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R10 Flammable.
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1. Council Directive 67/548/EEC of 27 June 1967 on the approximation of laws, regulations and administrative provisions relating to the classification, packaging and labelling of dangerous substances.
2. Directive 1999/45/EC of the European Parliament and of the Council of 31 May 1999 concerning the approximation of the laws, regulations and administrative provisions of the Member States relating to the classification, packaging and labelling of dangerous preparations.
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Notes:
These symbols will be displayed in the Gold MSDS where applicable
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Section 2: Label Elements where applicable |
These symbols will be displayed in the Mini MSDS where applicable |
Section on “Safe Storage with Other Classified Chemicals” |
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These symbols will be displayed in the Manifest Hazard Summary icons where applicable.
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Chemwatch Hazard Ratings panel
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HEALTH HAZARDS |
Harmful |
Symbol and indication of danger
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Xn – Harmful
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Risk Codes
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R20 R21 R22, R20/21 R20/22 R21/22
R20/21/22 R48/20 R48/21 R48/22 R40/20/21 R48/20/22 R48/20/21/22 R68/20 R68/21 R68/22 R68/20/22 R68/21/22 R68/20/21/22 R65
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Corrosive |
Symbol and indication of danger
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C - Corrosive
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Risk phrase(s)
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R34 Causes burns.
R35 Causes severe burns.
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Irritant |
Symbol and indication of danger
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Xi – Irritant
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Risk phrase(s)
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R36 Irritating to eyes.
R37 Irritating to respiratory system.
R38 Irritating to skin.
R36/37 Irritating to eyes and respiratory system.
R36/38 Irritating to eyes and skin.
R37/38 Irritating to respiratory system and skin.
R36/37/38 Irritating to eyes, respiratory system and skin.
R41 Risk of serious damage to eyes.
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1. Council Directive 67/548/EEC of 27 June 1967 on the approximation of laws, regulations and administrative provisions relating to the classification, packaging and labelling of dangerous substances.
2. Directive 1999/45/EC of the European Parliament and of the Council of 31 May 1999 concerning the approximation of the laws, regulations and administrative provisions of the Member States relating to the classification, packaging and labelling of dangerous preparations.
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Notes:
These symbols will be displayed in the Gold MSDS where applicable
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Section 2: Label Elements where applicable |
These symbols will be displayed in the Mini MSDS where applicable |
Section on “Safe Storage with Other Classified Chemicals” |
These symbols will be displayed in the Manifest Hazard Summary icons where applicable. |
Section on “Chemwatch Hazard Ratings” panel
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HEALTH HAZARDS |
Sensitising |
Sensitising |
Symbol and indication of danger
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Xn – Harmful
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Risk phrase(s)
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R42 May cause sensitisation by inhalation.R42/43 May cause sensitisation by inhalation and skin contact.
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Sensitising |
Symbol and indication of danger
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Xi –Irritant
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Risk phrase(s)
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R43 May cause sensitisation by skin contact.
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Carcinogenic |
Category 1 |
Category 2 |
Category 3 |
Symbol and indication of danger
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T- Toxic
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T- Toxic
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Xn – Harmful
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Risk phrase(s)
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R45 May cause cancer.
R49 May cause cancer by inhalation
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R45 May cause cancer.
R49 May cause cancer by inhalation
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R40 Limited evidence of a carcinogenic effect. |
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Mutagenic |
Category 1 |
Category 2 |
Category 3 |
Symbol and indication of danger
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T- Toxic
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T- Toxic
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Xn – Harmful
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Risk phrase(s)
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R46 May cause heritable genetic damage.
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R46 May cause heritable genetic damage.
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R68 Possible risk of irreversible effects.
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Toxic for Reproduction |
Category 1 |
Category 2 |
Category 3 |
Symbol and indication of danger
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T- Toxic
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T- Toxic
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Xn – Harmful
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Risk phrase(s)
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R60 May impair fertility.
R61 May cause harm to the unborn child.
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R60 May impair fertility.
R61 May cause harm to the unborn child.
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R62 Possible risk of impaired fertility.
R63 Possible risk of harm to the unborn child.
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ENVIRONMENTAL HAZARDS |
N- Dangerous for the Environment |
Symbol and indication of danger
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Environment
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No symbol or indication |
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Risk phrase(s)
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R50 Very toxic to aquatic organisms.
R50-53 Very toxic to aquatic organisms, may cause long-term adverse effects in the aquatic environment.
R51-53 Toxic to aquatic organisms, may cause long-term adverse effects in the aquatic environment.
R54 Toxic to flora.
R55 Toxic to fauna.
R56 Toxic to soil organisms.
R57 Toxic to bees.
R58 May cause long-term adverse effects in the environment.
R59 Dangerous for the ozone layer.
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R52 Harmful to aquatic organisms.
R53 May cause long-term adverse effects in the aquatic environment.
R52-53 Harmful to aquatic organisms, may cause long-term adve
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A Mini (M)SDS can also be created in CREDO module after publishing the mixture. Note that in such a particular case, the mixture will contain ingredients that already have a corresponding Gold (M)SDS.
A Mini (M)SDS can also be translated into other languages (47) currently available in the system and there are three available formats based on legislative arrangements, namely;
MSDS Format |
Description |
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Local
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Australian regulatory instrument is the default (M)SDS setting; NOHSC/ADG Code |
GHS |
Globally Harmonized system of classification and Labelling of Hazardous Chemicals
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REACH |
Registration, Evaluation, Authorization and Restriction of chemical Substances SDS (European Regulation on Chemical and their Safe Use
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Mini (M)SDS Hazard Rating and Colour Code, Sections Summary
Consider Storage Compatibility using GHS pictograms.
