1910.1200(j)(2): HazCom Update Deadlines for Substances
Under the updated Hazard Communication Standard, manufacturers, importers and distributors evaluating substances must comply with the modified provisions no later than May 19, 2026. All employers must, as necessary, update alternative workplace labeling, the hazard communication program and employee training for newly identified hazards for substances no later than November 20, 2026.
Key takeaways
- 1910.1200(j)(2) is part of OSHA's general industry standards (29 CFR Part 1910).
- OSHA cited it 30 times in the last 3 years, in 30 inspections, with $5,673 in current penalties.
- Most citations: MD (8), VA (7), NY (4).
- Related part: 1910.1200(j) Dates (35 citations).
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What this rule covers
29 CFR 1910.1200(j)(2) ("Substances") is one requirement inside 1910.1200 Hazard communication, an OSHA general industry standard (Part 1910). It includes 2 sub-paragraphs. The official text below is copied word for word from the Electronic Code of Federal Regulations (eCFR). The numbers, injury cases and training on this page show how OSHA enforces it on real job sites.
Official text
(2) Substances. 30 citations
(i) Manufacturers, importers, and distributors, evaluating substances shall be in compliance with all modified provisions of this section no later than May 19, 2026. Open (j)(2)(i)
(ii) For substances, all employers shall, as necessary, update any alternative workplace labeling used under paragraph (f)(6) of this section, update the hazard communication program required by paragraph (h)(1) of this section, and provide any additional employee training in accordance with paragraph (h)(3) of this section for newly identified physical hazard, or health hazards or other hazards covered under this section no later than November 20, 2026. Open (j)(2)(ii) 30 citations
Source: eCFR, text current as of 2026-10-15. Read all of 1910.1200.
Export the list: 30 inspections cited 1910.1200(j)(2) in the last 3 years, with employer, location, penalty and date.
Purple Belt, $59/moWhere and how often it was cited
| Year | Citations |
|---|---|
| 2023 | 4 |
| 2024 | 19 |
| 2025 | 7 |
Top states: MD (8), VA (7), NY (4), OR (3), TX (1)
Largest penalties
| Employer | Location | Penalty for this rule |
|---|---|---|
| FEMCO, INC. | MCPHERSON, KS | $2,903 |
| 66369 - CITY OF SCOTTSVILLE - PUBLIC WORKS | SCOTTSVILLE, KY | $1,470 |
| UPPER DEERFIELD TOWNSHIP WATER AND SEWER DEPARTMENT | SEABROOK, NJ | $700 |
| HERITAGE PRINTING SERVICE, INC. | RICHMOND, VA | $600 |
| SA RECYCLING LLC | BROWNSVILLE, TX | $0 |
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OSHA interpretation letters
None exist. OSHA has not published a letter of interpretation for 1910.1200(j)(2).
Related parts of this rule
- 1910.1200(j) Dates 35 citations
- 1910.1200(j)(2)(ii) 30 citations
- 1910.1200(j)(1) Effective date 5 citations
- 1910.1200(j)(2)(i)
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Frequently asked questions
When must manufacturers comply for substances?
No later than May 19, 2026.
When must employers update workplace labels, programs and training for substances?
No later than November 20, 2026, as necessary.
What training is needed?
Additional employee training for newly identified physical, health or other hazards covered by the standard.
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Sources
- 29 CFR 1910.1200 (eCFR), text current as of 2026-10-15
- U.S. Department of Labor enforcement data: OSHA inspections, citations and accident records, copied nightly; data as of 2026-11-06
3-year window. Federal OSHA only; state-plan rules are not counted. Plain-language text is a summary, not legal advice; the official text controls. Black Belt Safety is not part of OSHA or the Department of Labor.