The obligation
Manufacturers and importers of hazardous chemicals must prepare an SDS before first supply; sets out when an SDS is and is not required.
Under the Code, a manufacturer or importer of a hazardous chemical must prepare a safety data sheet (SDS) before first supplying the chemical. The SDS must be prepared, reviewed and amended in accordance with the Code. Certain chemicals are exempt (e.g. those below hazard classification thresholds). The duty holder must ensure the SDS is accurate, current and available to downstream users and workers.
- What
- Manufacturers and importers of hazardous chemicals must prepare an SDS before first supply; sets out when an SDS is and is not required.
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- worksafe.qld.gov.au
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Which WHS law does this come from?
Duty to prepare a safety data sheet for hazardous chemicals is a WHS requirement set out in Preparation of safety data sheets 2021 (QLD). It is made under Work Health and Safety Act 2011 (QLD). The relevant provision is Preparation of safety data sheets 2021 > Core duties § 2.
What does this WHS obligation require?
Duty to prepare a safety data sheet for hazardous chemicals is a WHS obligation under Preparation of safety data sheets 2021 (QLD). In short, Manufacturers and importers of hazardous chemicals must prepare an SDS before first supply; sets out when an SDS is and is not required.
What changed recently?
Duty to prepare a safety data sheet for hazardous chemicals was last updated on 27 August 2026.
