Under OSHA’s Hazard Communication Standard (29 CFR 1910.1200), employers must maintain an updated SDS for each hazardous chemical in the workplace. Failure to replace the old Nalco 77225 SDS with the Nalco 77225 safety data sheet updated version can result in:

Additionally, facilities subject to EPA’s Risk Management Plan (RMP) or local fire codes must reassess their process hazard analysis based on the new data.


Older SDS versions listed Nalco 77225 primarily as a non-hazardous or mild irritant. The updated document now clearly states:

This shift means facilities must now treat the product with greater caution regarding spill containment and wastewater disposal.

Always obtain the SDS directly from the manufacturer or authorized distributor. Do not rely on third-party aggregator sites. Use these methods:

Note: The old SDS with a revision date before Q4 2025 should be archived but not used for current training or compliance.