In today’s globalized market, compliance with international safety standards is not just a legal necessity—it is a vital part of doing business responsibly and efficiently. In regulatory compliance of the chemical and cosmetic industries having accurate and accessible communication of safety information is impotant. This is where UFI.EU steps in with our professional MSDS Translation Service, offering precise, regulation-compliant translations of Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS), also referred to as Safety Data Sheets (SDS), in all EU languages and beyond.
What is an MSDS?
A Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) is a document that provides detailed information about a chemical substance or mixture. It outlines potential hazards (health, fire, reactivity, environmental), how to work safely with the product, and emergency control measures. Under EU regulations, such as the REACH (Registration, Evaluation, Authorisation, and Restriction of Chemicals) and CLP (Classification, Labelling and Packaging) Regulations, the MSDS plays a key role in ensuring the safe use and transport of hazardous substances.
Why Accurate Translation is Crucial
Each EU member state has its own language requirements for SDS documents. If you are exporting a product to another EU country—or importing one—you are required to supply an SDS in the official language(s) of the destination country. An inaccurately translated MSDS can lead to:
- Regulatory fines or legal liabilities
- Delays at customs or transport interruptions
- Misuse of hazardous substances
- Increased risk of accidents or environmental damage
We recognize the complexity and sensitivity of this process. Our MSDS Translation Service ensures that your documents are not only linguistically accurate but also fully compliant with Annex II of REACH and the latest ECHA (European Chemicals Agency) guidance.
Our MSDS Translation Services
We provide a full suite of translation services tailored to chemical, cosmetic, fragrance, cleaning, and industrial sectors. Our MSDS translation solutions include:
✔ Multilingual SDS Translations
We translate MSDS documents into all official EU languages, as well as additional languages required for global trade. Each translation is carefully reviewed to ensure it conforms with local chemical legislation, terminology, and formatting standards.
✔ Compliance Verification
Translation is more than language—it’s also about legal accuracy. Our team of regulatory experts reviews your MSDS to ensure the translated version is aligned with REACH and CLP requirements, including:
- Harmonized classification and labelling
- UFI (Unique Formula Identifier) placement and structure
- Exposure scenarios (when required)
- GHS pictograms, signal words, and hazard statements
✔ Sector-Specific Terminology
We specialize in industries that demand a precise understanding of terminology and regulatory nuances. These include:
- Cosmetics and personal care
- Essential oils and fragrances
- Household cleaning products
- Paints and coatings
- Laboratory chemicals
- Industrial raw materials
Our translators are subject-matter experts, not generalists, which means they know the difference between a surfactant and a solvent, and why that matters for classification.
Why Choose UFI.EU?
We are not just translators—we are regulatory compliance specialists. Our team combines linguistic excellence with technical regulatory knowledge, making us uniquely positioned to support your business across Europe.
✅ Fast Turnaround
We understand that SDS documents are often time-sensitive. Whether you’re launching a new product or shipping internationally, our turnaround times are designed to keep your operations moving.
✅ Competitive Pricing
We offer transparent pricing with no hidden fees. Our rates are fixed and you can purchase directly from our website.
✅ Confidentiality
All your documents are handled with strict confidentiality. We are happy to sign NDAs upon request, and all file transfers are encrypted and secure.
Common Use Cases for Our MSDS Translation Service
1. Exporting Cosmetic Ingredients:
If you’re a supplier of essential oils or cosmetic actives and want to export to France, Germany, or Spain, you’ll need a translated MSDS in the relevant language for customs clearance and legal compliance.
2. Launching a New Cleaning Product:
Before placing a household cleaning product on the EU market, you must provide an SDS in the national language of each market. Our team can translate and validate your documents across multiple jurisdictions.
3. PCN Submission Support:
If your SDS includes a UFI, and you are submitting a poison center notification (PCN), your translated SDS must match the data submitted to the ECHA portal. We help ensure consistency between your SDS, product label, and PCN.
4. Acquisitions or Supplier Changes:
If your company has recently acquired new chemical formulations from a foreign supplier, we can translate and localize the SDS for your internal teams and customers.
More Than Just Translation: Additional Services
Alongside our MSDS Translation Service, UFI.EU also offers:
- MSDS creation of your product
- UFI Code generation and placement on labels
- CLP label information with hazard pictograms, signal words, and hazard statements in the local language
- PCN Submission Services – complete support with uploading SDS data into the ECHA portal
- Toxicological pre-screening of formulations
- Product registration support with national poison centers
This full-service approach ensures that your business has one reliable partner for all its chemical safety and documentation needs.
