Australia Model Code of Practice: Preparation of Safety Data Sheets for Hazardous Chemicals 2.1-language: Use plain, precise wording, avoid vague or reassuring phrases, explain any missing information and separate 'no data' from 'negative test results'

What does 2.1-language require?

SDS wording should be simple, clear and exact, avoiding jargon, acronyms and abbreviations, and never vague or misleading. Phrases such as 'may be dangerous', 'no health effects', 'safe under most conditions of use' or 'harmless' should not be used. Where a property is insignificant or detailed data cannot technically be given, the reason should be stated under that heading. Where the SDS says a hazard is absent, it should make clear whether that is because no information was available to the classifier or because negative test results exist.