SDS (Safety Data Sheet) Zanzibar 🇹🇿

SDS (Safety Data Sheet) Preparation & Review Services for Zanzibar

By Zoesoe Exports Pvt Ltd – Your Trusted Regulatory Partner

Zanzibar, while part of the United Republic of Tanzania, has its own regulatory bodies and specific legislation, particularly concerning Environmental Management and Food, Drugs, and Cosmetics. The provision of a comprehensive Safety Data Sheet (SDS) is essential for chemical, drug, and toxic substance control on the islands.

Why SDS Is Mandatory in Zanzibar

Chemical safety documentation is required in Zanzibar to comply with key local Acts, primarily enforced by:

1. Zanzibar Environmental Management Authority (ZEMA): Under the Zanzibar Environmental Management Act, No. 3 of 2015, ZEMA controls the management of hazardous substances and hazardous waste. The SDS is critical for obtaining environmental certificates, permits, and approvals for activities involving these materials.

2. Ministry of Health / Zanzibar Food, Drugs, and Cosmetics Board: The Zanzibar Food, Drugs and Cosmetics Act, No. 2 of 2006 regulates the importation and sale of drugs, poisons, cosmetics, and agrochemicals, classifying these as "products" or "poisons" that require safety documentation for clearance and registration.

3. Occupational Health: The Occupational Safety and Health Act (2005) requires employers to manage and communicate workplace hazards.

A compliant SDS for Zanzibar must be:

• Format: Prepared in the internationally recognized 16-section SDS format (GHS aligned). This format is the global standard for managing chemical risks and satisfies the precautionary requirements of ZEMA.

• Language Specific: Written in English (the language of business and technical documentation).

• Legally Supported: Must meet the information requirements under the Zanzibar Environmental Management Act and the Food, Drugs and Cosmetics Act, especially for toxic materials and agrochemicals.

Our SDS Services for Zanzibar

1. SDS Preparation

We create a complete 16-section GHS-compliant SDS, specifically addressing Zanzibar's regulatory needs, for:

• Hazardous Substances and Waste (regulated by ZEMA).

• Poisons and Agrochemicals (regulated by the Ministry of Health/Agriculture).

• Cosmetics, Drugs, and Pharmaceutical raw materials.

• Industrial chemicals used in tourism and manufacturing.

Our SDS includes:

• Hazard classification (GHS aligned).

• Composition & CAS verification.

• Handling, storage, PPE & transport information.

• Local regulatory references applicable to Zanzibar (e.g., ZEMA, OSH Act 2005, and the Food, Drugs and Cosmetics Act).

2. SDS Review & Gap Analysis

Already have an international SDS? We will review it for:

• Compliance with ZEMA's information requirements for hazardous substances.

• Consistency in hazard classification.

• Accuracy of transport (UN/IMDG/IATA) data for port clearance.

• Completeness of all 16 Sections and appropriate use of English.

Industries We Serve

• Tourism & Hospitality (cleaning chemicals, pool treatments)

• Agriculture & Spices (agrochemicals, fertilizers)

• Industrial Chemicals & Raw Materials

• Cosmetics, Drugs, and Health Products

Why Choose Zoesoe Exports Pvt Ltd?

• Specialized regulatory expertise in the East African Community (EAC) and specific island territories like Zanzibar.

• High technical accuracy from experienced regulatory chemists.

• Support for ZEMA permits and clearance under the Food, Drugs and Cosmetics Act.

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