However, you may also need to look elsewhere to get a complete picture. Chemical Information Sources Product Labels Product MSDSs Manufacturer's Customer Service Desk Ingredient MSDSs Ingredient Risk Studies Ingredient Health Studies Product Label - Container labels begin to tell the story of how to use the product safely. However, limited space means that some information may be left out.
Some manufacturers offer paper copies of their labels that are often easier to read.
Product MSDS - Call the supplier to request a current MSDS if you did not get one when you purchased the product. Do the same thing if you have any MSDS that is over two years old. Be wary of what you read. Although OSHA specifies what information must appear, not all MSDSs are complete nor are they necessarily accurate. For example, ask if the product you are using contains any alkyl phenol ethoxylate, a chemical that damages human and animal hormone systems.