Paratox
SDS management software for GHS, WHMIS, and OSHA chemical compliance
About Paratox
Paratox by Maerix is a cloud-based safety data sheet (SDS) management platform designed to help organizations centralize, organize, and maintain up-to-date chemical safety information. It covers GHS, WHMIS, and OSHA Hazard Communication Standard compliance with features for product approvals, hazard classification, workplace labeling, PPE guidance, and emergency response. The platform searches across 261 SDS fields and includes a mobile app with offline access for fieldwork and remote sites.
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Comprehensive SDS management covering all 16 sections with search across 261 fields for quick information retrieval
- Cloud-based with no installation required and data secured on proprietary servers
- Mobile app with offline mode ensures access to critical chemical safety data even in remote or disconnected environments
- Maerix handles ongoing SDS updates so teams always have the latest safety information without manual maintenance
- Supports GHS, WHMIS, OSHA HCS, TDG, and NFPA standards for broad regulatory compliance coverage
- Built-in approval workflows with multi-level validation streamline chemical product onboarding
Cons
- No public pricing makes it difficult to evaluate cost without contacting sales
- Primarily focused on Canadian and US regulatory standards which may limit appeal for organizations in other regions
- The specialized nature of the product means a steeper learning curve for teams new to formal SDS management
- Limited third-party integration details available publicly
Key Features
Centralized SDS Management
Store and maintain all 16 sections of safety data sheets in one platform, always keeping the latest version accessible and eliminating confusion from outdated copies.
Advanced Chemical Search
Search across 261 fields within SDS documents including product name, ingredients, hazard classifications, and even odor descriptions.
Product Approval Module
Centralize and standardize chemical approval processes with configurable forms, multi-level validation workflows, automatic notifications, and multimedia attachments.
Workplace & Manufacturer Labels
Generate two regulatory label formats (manufacturer and workplace labels) with GHS pictograms, TDG diamonds, and NFPA codes.
Mobile App with Offline Mode
Access SDS information on any device including during network outages or in remote locations where connectivity is limited.
PPE Guidance & Tracking
Display required personal protective equipment with clear language and pictures, plus track respiratory fit tests and manage vaccine registries.
QR & Barcode Integration
Assign QR codes and barcodes to chemical products for quick scanning and instant access to safety information in the field.
Continuous SDS Updates
Maerix teams manage ongoing SDS updates so organizations always have access to the most current safety data without manual effort.
Pricing
- Centralized SDS management
- Product approval workflows
- Workplace and manufacturer labels
- Mobile app with offline mode
- QR/barcode integration
- 24/7/365 emergency support
- Continuous SDS updates by Maerix
Best For
Chemical Inventory Compliance
Maintain a centralized, always-current database of all hazardous materials and their safety data sheets to meet GHS, WHMIS, and OSHA requirements.
Emergency Response Preparedness
Enable first responders and safety teams to instantly access critical chemical hazard information during spills, exposures, or other incidents via mobile devices.
Product Approval & Onboarding
Standardize the process of evaluating and approving new chemical products entering the workplace with configurable multi-level approval workflows.
Field Safety in Remote Locations
Equip workers at remote sites, construction zones, or mining operations with offline access to chemical safety data through the mobile app.
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