A chemical label may contain only a few lines of information, yet those details can determine how a substance is stored, transported, tested, or handled during an emergency. Incorrect identification creates problems that extend beyond simple administrative mistakes. It can lead to unsuitable safety precautions, inaccurate research conclusions, and confusion about legal obligations. GHB demonstrates why precise chemical identification matters when a substance has important biological effects and regulatory restrictions. Different names, formulations, and commercial descriptions may refer to related materials without establishing that they are identical. Recognizing these distinctions is essential for laboratories, safety professionals, and anyone interpreting technical…