Below are chemical and laboratory safety resources, including those licensed by the library..
Please consult UC San Diego's Department of Environment, Health & Safety website for official information about UC San Diego's safety policies, procedures, and training, as well as guidelines set forth in your labs and research groups. See also: Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry.
Safety Data Sheets (SDS) are guides to hazardous materials, often provided by chemical manufacturers and distributors. The sheets include: hazard ratings; physical and chemical properties; toxicological information; regulatory information; first aid, accidental release, and firefighting measures; handling, storage, transport, and disposal guidelines and considerations; and exposure controls, personal precautions, protective equipment and emergency procedures.