The South Korean government has recently started to strictly review the Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) submitted by enterprises. This action is part of the South Korean governments chemical safety management, aiming to prevent accidents caused by incomplete information on hazardous chemicals. The Korea Occupational Safety and Health Agency has specifically pointed out non - compliance issues or suggestions in the MSDS submission and emphasized the precautions during submission.

II. Key Points of MSDS Compliance Review

II. Key Points of MSDS Compliance Review

1、Consistency of technical content
Ensure consistency between the hazard category classification in the MSDS and various contents (Items 9, 11, 12, and 14).

2、Confirmation of product hazard categories
Prepare the MSDS according to the component content specified in the Occupational Safety and Health Law. If there is no test data, data from official chemical substance information providers can be referred to.

Special Handling of UVCB Substances
If the product contains special substances, supplementary instructions must be provided in Part 15 of the MSDS.

III. Precautions for MSDS submission

1、Document format and content
The MSDS and LOC (Chemical Substance Confirmation Letter) need to be submitted in the format and content specified by regulations.

2、Standardization of filling in the KMS system
Pay attention to the standardization of online filling content, including the names and contents of substances that are not the objects of the MSDS.

Handling of CBI substances
After the CBI substance application is approved, relevant review contents such as alternative names, contents, approval numbers, and validity periods should be indicated on the MSDS.

MSDS preparation compliance
Pay attention to the component content and the standardization of the 16 - item content of MSDS.

IV. Enterprise response strategies

Review existing MSDS
Enterprises should review the existing MSDS to ensure that it meets the requirements of the new Korean regulations.

2、Strengthen the internal audit process
Strengthen the internal audit process to ensure that the submitted MSDS meets all technical requirements and regulatory provisions.

3、Update and supplement information in a timely manner
Update and supplement the MSDS in a timely manner according to the guidance of the Korea Occupational Safety & Health Agency, especially for the handling of special substances.

4、Comply with the KMS system specifications
Strictly comply with the specifications of the KMS system to ensure that all information is accurate and complete.

5、Pay attention to government announcements
Closely follow the latest announcements and guidelines of the Korean government on chemical safety to ensure a timely response to policy changes.

The strict review of MSDS by the Korean government reflects its high attention to chemical safety. Enterprises need to take active measures to ensure that the submitted MSDS meets the latest regulatory requirements to avoid potential compliance risks.