China to EU and US chemical export compliance with one regulatory partner
Chemply helps Chinese manufacturers and exporters prepare the regulatory documentation needed to place chemical, cosmetic and cleaning products on the EU and US markets and to clear customs.
- EU and US SDS in the required languages
- Classification and labelling to CLP and OSHA HazCom / GHS
- Guidance on REACH, TSCA and cosmetics obligations
- Fixed price quotation after review
Which chemical compliance documents do Chinese exporters need for the EU and US?
Most shipments are stopped not because the product is unsafe, but because the SDS, label, classification or inventory status does not match the rules of the destination. An SDS prepared for China under GB/T 16483 has the same 16 sections, yet different legal references, classification basis, exposure limits and emergency details, so it is not accepted as is for the EU or US.
In the EU, the SDS must follow Regulation (EU) 2020/878 amending REACH Annex II and be supplied in the official language(s) of the member state of supply. Classification and labelling follow CLP. Substances at or above 1 tonne per year generally carry REACH registration duties, which a non EU manufacturer can place with an Only Representative; otherwise the EU importer takes the duty, depending on tonnage, use and status. Hazardous mixtures may also need poison centre notification and a UFI on the label.
In the US, SDS and labels follow the OSHA Hazard Communication Standard (29 CFR 1910.1200, including the HazCom 2024 update). Importers make a TSCA Section 13 import certification for chemical substances and mixtures, which depends on verified TSCA inventory status for every substance. Cosmetics fall under MoCRA: facility registration, product listing, a responsible person and safety substantiation. Which duties apply depends on composition, use and sales channel.
REACH Only Representative guidance and EU obligations
We help Chinese companies enter the EU market by mapping who carries each duty and which documents are needed.
REACH registration and status
Review of tonnage, registration status and SVHC communication duties, with clear next steps for the responsible party.
CLP classification and labelling
Mixture classification under CLP and label content with pictograms, signal word, hazard and precautionary statements.
SDS to Annex II
16 section SDS authored or converted to Regulation (EU) 2020/878 in the languages of each destination member state.
UFI and poison centre notification
UFI generation and preparation of PCN data so you or your EU importer can submit.
EU cosmetics
Review of documentation, labels and CPNP information under Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009, and the role of the EU responsible person.
Only Representative and importer roles
We explain the duty split and coordinate documents with your appointed representative. Chemply does not act as Only Representative.
TSCA import certification and US compliance
From OSHA HazCom to TSCA, consistent documents for US importers and marketplaces.
TSCA import certification and inventory screening
Inventory status check for every substance to support the importer's TSCA Section 13 certification.
OSHA HazCom SDS and labels
English SDS and workplace labels to 29 CFR 1910.1200, reflecting HazCom 2024.
MoCRA cosmetics
Mapping of facility registration, product listing, responsible person and safety substantiation duties, plus label review.
SDS for Amazon sellers
SDS and classification documents for Amazon dangerous goods review and other cross border marketplaces.
US customs document consistency
Check that product names and data on the SDS, label and commercial invoice match.
Export document checklist
Common documents by market, why they are needed and what Chemply prepares or reviews.
| Market | Document | Why it is needed | What Chemply prepares or reviews |
|---|---|---|---|
| EU | SDS in the required language | Legal hazard communication to EU customers | Authoring or conversion to Annex II in the needed languages |
| EU | CLP label | Required for hazardous mixtures on the market | Classification, label elements and layout content |
| EU | UFI and PCN notification | Hazardous mixtures reported to poison centres | UFI generation and notification data |
| EU | REACH status and Only Representative guidance | Clarifies registration duties and the responsible entity | Status review and duty split explanation |
| EU | Cosmetics documentation | CPNP notification and responsible person review | Documentation and label review |
| US | OSHA HazCom SDS | Legal requirement for US importers and users | English SDS to 29 CFR 1910.1200 |
| US | Label | Hazard identification at work and in transit | Label element review |
| US | TSCA inventory and import certification | Importer certifies at entry | Inventory screening and certification support |
| Marketplace | Marketplace compliance pack | Amazon and marketplace safety review | SDS, label and classification summary |
SDS and classification for cross border sellers
Chinese Amazon sellers of aerosols, chemical products (batteries excluded), cleaning products, cosmetics and adhesives are often asked for SDS and classification documents during marketplace safety review. We prepare documents that meet the destination rules so listings can pass review.
Request Amazon SDSLaboratory testing coordination
When classification or product claims need data, Chemply can coordinate testing through accredited partner laboratories in Europe, such as flash point, pH, microbiology and allergen screening.
Request a testing quoteHow we work
Four clear steps from request to delivery.
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Send product details and target market
Share the formula, existing SDS and target markets through a secure form.
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Fixed quotation after review
We review and send a fixed quotation within one business day.
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Document preparation
Regulatory specialists prepare the SDS, labels and supporting notes.
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Delivery
Files ready for customs, marketplace and buyer review.
Frequently asked questions
Does a Chinese SDS work for the EU?
Usually not. A GB/T 16483 SDS cites Chinese rules and classification. The EU requires Regulation (EU) 2020/878, CLP classification and the destination language. We can convert your existing file.
Which language must the EU SDS be in?
The official language(s) of the member state where the product is supplied. Selling into several member states usually means several language versions.
Do I need an Only Representative?
It depends on whether substances need REACH registration and who carries that duty. A non EU manufacturer can appoint an Only Representative; otherwise the EU importer is responsible. We explain this based on tonnage and status.
What is UFI and who needs it?
The Unique Formula Identifier generally applies to mixtures classified for health or physical hazards placed on the EU market. It is created with the poison centre notification and printed on the label.
What is TSCA import certification?
Under TSCA Section 13, US importers certify that chemical substances or mixtures comply with TSCA at import, which relies on confirmed inventory status. We provide screening and documentation support.
Does Chemply register substances under REACH or issue certificates?
No. Chemply prepares and reviews documentation and advises. Registrations and certificates are filed by the responsible legal entity or authorised bodies.
Can you work with my existing GB/T SDS?
Yes. We convert it and re classify the product to EU or US rules.
How do I start?
Request a free compliance audit or book a consultation and tell us the product and target market.
Ready to bring your products to the EU and US markets?
Request a free compliance audit and receive a fixed quotation after review.