SDS (Safety Data Sheet) Republic of Trinidad and Tobago 🇹🇹
SDS Preparation & OSH/Toxic Chemical Compliance Services
By Zoesoe Exports Pvt Ltd – Your Trusted Partner for Caribbean Region Compliance
Trinidad and Tobago has a formalized system for regulating hazardous substances, driven by the Pesticides and Toxic Chemicals Act and the Occupational Safety and Health (OSH) Act. The country is actively moving toward full adoption of the Globally Harmonized System (GHS), making the 16-section Safety Data Sheet (SDS) a mandatory technical document for chemical imports and workplace safety compliance.
Why SDS Is Mandatory in Trinidad and Tobago
Compliance is enforced by several government bodies, including the Pesticides and Toxic Chemicals Control Board (PTCCB) and the OSH Authority and Agency (OSHA):
Pesticides and Toxic Chemicals Act (Chap. 30:03): This Act regulates the import, export, storage, manufacture, sale, and use of Pesticides and Toxic Chemicals. The SDS is a mandatory supporting document required for obtaining the necessary Toxic Chemical Import Licenses and Premises Certificates through the government's TTBizLink Portal.
Occupational Safety and Health (OSH) Act (2004, as amended): The OSH Act places a general duty on employers to ensure a safe work environment. While it may not explicitly name the GHS in all sections, it requires the control of hazardous chemicals and the provision of information and training to workers. The internationally recognized 16-section SDS is the standard tool used to fulfill this legal duty for hazard communication and risk assessment.
GHS Standard: The country, through agencies like the Trinidad and Tobago Bureau of Standards (TTBS) and in collaboration with regional bodies, has been engaged in efforts to formally adopt and implement the GHS. This makes the 16-section GHS-compliant SDS the expected and necessary format for all chemical documentation.
Language Requirement: The SDS must be supplied in English, the official language of Trinidad and Tobago, for regulatory submission and workplace safety compliance.
A compliant SDS for Trinidad and Tobago must be:
Format: The internationally recognized 16-section SDS format (GHS aligned).
Language Specific: Written in English.
Content: Must contain accurate GHS classification, along with safety, storage, and handling information to satisfy the requirements of the PTCCB and OSH Authority.
Our SDS Services for Trinidad and Tobago
1. SDS Preparation (GHS Aligned & PTCCB Ready)
We create a complete, 16-section GHS-compliant SDS, ensuring its structure and content meet the expected international standards and the specific needs of the local regulatory bodies.
Our SDS includes:
Hazard classification (GHS aligned).
Handling, storage, and Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) recommendations appropriate for local industrial practices.
Accurate English documentation ready for technical review.
Inclusion of relevant local emergency contact information.
2. SDS Review & Compliance Check
We review your existing international SDS (e.g., US OSHA or EU REACH) for technical gaps against the GHS standard and the specific documentation needs for the Toxic Chemical Import Licence process.
3. TTBizLink Documentation Support
We assist the exporter or importer by ensuring the SDS is prepared in the correct format and contains the necessary technical detail for submission alongside import license applications via the TTBizLink Portal to the PTCCB.
Industries We Serve
Oil, Gas, and Petrochemicals
Industrial Chemicals and Manufacturing
Agriculture (Pesticides and Agrochemicals)
Construction
Why Choose Zoesoe Exports Pvt Ltd?
Local Act Compliance: Specialized knowledge of the specific requirements of the Pesticides and Toxic Chemicals Act and the OSH Act.
GHS Standard: Documentation prepared to the recognized international GHS 16-section standard.
Import Focus: Documentation built to facilitate the mandatory licensing and registration processes.
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