In which section of the Safety Data Sheet (SDS) can health hazards of a chemical be found?

The health hazards of a chemical are found in Section II of the Safety Data Sheet (SDS). This section is specifically dedicated to the identification of hazards and provides critical information regarding the nature of those health hazards, including how chemistry can affect human health and the environment. It typically outlines various exposure routes, symptoms of exposure, and relevant risk factors associated with the chemical.

Understanding this section is vital for ensuring safety measures can be appropriately implemented. Section II often includes details such as toxicity levels, chronic and acute effects, and the potential for sensitization, among others. Managing these health hazards is a key part of workplace safety and compliance with regulations.

In this context, Section IV addresses first aid measures, Section VI covers accidental release measures, and Section V typically discusses fire-fighting measures, none of which primarily focus on health hazard information.