SafetyDataSheetAPI · SDS Extraction

The SDS extraction API for teams that own their own compliance stack

Convert SDS and MSDS PDFs into structured, compliance-ready JSON, XML, or CSV for ERP, EHS, PLM, and regulatory automation.

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Proof Before Pitch

Validate extraction quality and integration fit quickly. This is where most generic OCR tools fail and governed SDS pipelines start.

What It Extracts

Section-level SDS data across product identity, GHS/H/P statements, transport entities, composition tables, and revision metadata.

Where It Plugs In

ERP, EHS, PLM, and governed ingestion pipelines via JSON, XML, and CSV outputs with stable schema contracts.

Why Generic OCR Fails

OCR text alone cannot deliver section mapping, transport normalization, confidence thresholds, warning routing, or schema governance.

What We Extract

Coverage designed for high-value compliance workflows, transport governance, and enterprise supply chain operations.

Product Identification Supplier, product, and identifier fields.
Hazard Classification GHS classes with H/P statement extraction.
Composition / Ingredients Substance and concentration tables.
Exposure Controls and PPE Limits, controls, and PPE guidance.
Toxicological Data Acute and chronic effect summaries.
Ecological Data Environmental hazard and persistence data.
Disposal Considerations Waste handling and disposal details.
Transport Information UN, ADR, IMDG, and IATA fields.
Regulatory Information Regional compliance references.
Revision and Version Metadata Date/version lineage for governance.
Supports multilingual SDS (EU, US, APAC formats)

Output Example

Use structured output directly in ingestion pipelines, rules engines, and compliance dashboards. 

{
  "document_id": "sds_2024_00129",
  "schema_version": "2026-01",
  "product_identification": {
    "product_name": "Acetone",
    "recommended_use": "Industrial solvent",
    "supplier_name": "Example Chemicals Ltd."
  },
  "hazards_identification": {
    "ghs_classification": ["Flammable Liquid - Category 2", "Eye Irritation - Category 2A"],
    "signal_word": "Danger",
    "h_statements": ["H225 Highly flammable liquid and vapour", "H319 Causes serious eye irritation"],
    "p_statements": ["P210 Keep away from heat/sparks/open flames"]
  },
  "composition": [
    {
      "substance_name": "Acetone",
      "cas_number": "67-64-1",
      "concentration_percent": "95-100"
    }
  ],
  "first_aid": {
    "inhalation": "Move person to fresh air",
    "skin_contact": "Wash with water"
  },
  "fire_fighting": {
    "suitable_extinguishing_media": ["Foam", "Dry chemical", "CO2"]
  },
  "accidental_release": {
    "containment_methods": ["Absorb with inert material", "Prevent drain entry"]
  },
  "handling_storage": {
    "handling_precautions": ["Use explosion-proof equipment"],
    "storage_conditions": ["Store in tightly closed container"]
  },
  "exposure_controls_ppe": {
    "exposure_limits": ["OSHA PEL 1000 ppm"],
    "ppe": ["Protective gloves", "Eye protection"]
  },
  "physical_chemical_properties": {
    "appearance": "Colorless liquid",
    "flash_point_c": "-20"
  },
  "stability_reactivity": {
    "stability": "Stable under recommended conditions"
  },
  "toxicological_information": {
    "acute_toxicity": "May cause drowsiness or dizziness"
  },
  "ecological_information": {
    "aquatic_toxicity": "Harmful to aquatic life with long lasting effects"
  },
  "disposal_considerations": {
    "waste_handling": "Dispose according to local regulations"
  },
  "transport_information": {
    "un_number": "UN1090",
    "proper_shipping_name": "Acetone",
    "hazard_class": "3",
    "packing_group": "II"
  },
  "regulatory_information": {
    "tsca": "Listed"
  },
  "revision_metadata": {
    "revision_date": "2024-01-15",
    "version": "4.2"
  },
  "confidence_score": 0.97,
  "warnings": []
}

Output formats: JSON, XML, CSV. Custom schema mapping available.

Upload a Sample SDS

Validate extraction quality on your own SDS/MSDS PDF. This sample endpoint returns structured JSON, XML, and CSV outputs with confidence score and warnings. You can run extraction first, then share work details when you copy or download output.

For production volumes, use POST /extract-sds with a dedicated API key and SLA-backed endpoint.

Work details are requested only when you copy or download output. See Privacy Policy.

Extraction Output

{
  "status": "Ready for sample upload",
  "output_formats": ["JSON", "XML", "CSV"]
}

Use Cases

Designed for teams that manage large SDS volumes and regulated downstream systems.

Chemical Manufacturers

Automate supplier SDS ingestion into ERP and PLM systems.

EHS Software Vendors

Embed SDS parsing into compliance and incident management products.

Distributors and Importers

Standardize SDS data across global supply chains and partner networks.

BPO and Compliance Teams

Eliminate manual SDS data entry at scale while maintaining traceability.

Why Teams Choose SafetyDataSheetAPI

Enterprise requirements first: governance, reliability, mapping flexibility, and scale.

Transparent pricingClear setup and run-rate costs.
Enterprise deployment optionsPrivate and dedicated environments.
EU and India data residency optionsSupport regional governance requirements.
Dedicated high-volume endpointsThroughput built for large ingestion workloads.
Custom schema mappingMap fields to internal ERP or EHS models.
SLA-backed enterprise plansOperational guarantees for critical pipelines.

Pricing

Start free, pay as you go for production volume, or scope an enterprise deployment with SLA and residency guarantees. The SDS extraction API for teams that own their own compliance stack.

Free Sample

$0

25-50 documents, no card required

  • Sample extraction via web upload
  • JSON, XML, and CSV output
  • Confidence scores and warnings
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Self-Serve

$0.10-$0.25 /doc

Metered pay-as-you-go, no setup fee

  • API key issued after signup
  • Volume tiers step down with commitment
  • Spend cap available on request
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Enterprise

Priced to value

Setup + SLA + residency + custom validation

  • SLA-backed dedicated deployment
  • EU and India data residency
  • Custom validation rules; pictogram/vision extraction add-on
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Tell us where to send it. We review and email a metered API key within one business day, no sales call required.

We will email your key within one business day. No card required for the free tier.

Integration Friendly

Integrate with enterprise systems and custom middleware using REST API-compatible workflows.

SAP Oracle Salesforce Custom EHS Platforms REST API Compatible

API Docs Structure

Minimal endpoint design with confidence scoring, extraction warnings, and production integration controls.

Method Endpoint Description
POST /extract-sds Upload SDS file and return structured extraction response.
POST /api/sample-upload Website sample endpoint for interactive trial uploads with JSON, XML, and CSV output.
POST /extract-sds/bulk Submit up to 10 files as one job; returns a job ID immediately, processes in the background.
GET /extract-sds/bulk/:jobId Poll job and per-item status/results.
your callback_url (outbound, not our route) We POST a signed webhook to your own callback URL when a bulk job finishes.

Request

file: binary
language_hint: optional string
schema_version: optional string

Response

{
  "outputs": {
    "json": { "...": "structured SDS fields" },
    "xml": "<sds_extraction>...</sds_extraction>",
    "csv": "field,value"
  },
  "confidence_score": 0.97,
  "warnings": ["Low confidence in Section 14 table row 2"]
}

Full API reference

Resource Hub

Explore key implementation guides, integration patterns, and regional SDS workflows.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does this support scanned PDFs?

Yes. OCR-assisted extraction handles scanned SDS documents, then maps recovered text into structured sections with confidence scores.

Does it support multilingual SDS?

Yes. We support multilingual SDS formats across EU, US, and APAC supplier templates, including mixed language labels.

Is data retained?

Retention policy is configurable by plan. Stateless processing and controlled retention windows are available for enterprise deployments.

What is the accuracy rate?

Accuracy varies by source quality. Production users combine confidence thresholds, warnings, and custom validation rules for governance-grade workflows.

Turn SDS Documents into Structured Compliance Data

Launch integration quickly and move SDS ingestion from manual workflows to enterprise compliance data infrastructure.

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