RSS Chemicals

Name: RSS Chemicals
Rating: 2.2 (13 reviews)
Author: The Regents of the University of California (UCOP)

Education

Free · Designed for iPad

13 Ratings
Ages

4+
Years
Category

Education
Developer

The Regents of the University of California (UCOP)
Language

EN
English
Size

41.7
MB

RSS Chemicals is a cloud-based chemical inventory management tool developed with a researcher-centric approach. It allows easy tracking and maintenance of containers using a barcoding system. Chemical and safety information, such as hazard codes and first aid, are auto-populated. The app enables users to create chemical networks to share chemicals while controlling access easily. RSS Chemicals includes a complementary web application that works in sync with the mobile app and has additional features such as structure search and import/export capabilities. Features include: • Supports add/remove/track via barcodes and mobile camera • Advanced inventory search based on name, CAS, or substructure • Provides hazard codes, storage, and first aid information. • Ability to share and track chemicals among research groups while controlling access levels Contact service@riskandsafetysolutions.com if you have questions or need assistance.

Ratings & Reviews

2.2

out of 5

13 Ratings

Missing function and need to keep me logged in
08/22/2024

User HC
It is extremely hard to log in to the app while working in the lab and having my gloves on. Especially difficult when I need to verify the MFA. Also, the waste management function is missing. I have to travel between the lab and office to get the job done. Obviously the team need to talk with the real users who are working in the lab and dealing with hazardous materials.

Developer Response
Thank you for providing your valuable feedback. Your concerns have been communicated to the development team for evaluation and consideration in future versions. If you have additional feedback or need technical assistance, please open a ticket with our Service Desk within the Chemicals app by selecting "More" in the lower right, then selecting "Contact Service Desk".
Missing function and need to keep me logged in
08/22/2024

User HC

It is extremely hard to log in to the app while working in the lab and having my gloves on. Especially difficult when I need to verify the MFA. Also, the waste management function is missing. I have to travel between the lab and office to get the job done. Obviously the team need to talk with the real users who are working in the lab and dealing with hazardous materials.
Developer Response 09/06/2024
Thank you for providing your valuable feedback. Your concerns have been communicated to the development team for evaluation and consideration in future versions. If you have additional feedback or need technical assistance, please open a ticket with our Service Desk within the Chemicals app by selecting "More" in the lower right, then selecting "Contact Service Desk".
Slow and unresponsive
04/14/2025

Star1998008
Please improve the app as it tends to act very slow and becomes unresponsive. Also, a few times, it fails to redirect to the 2FA page.

Developer Response
We apologize for the inconvenience you’ve experienced with the app's performance. Your feedback has been received by our developers who are researching solutions for improving speed and responsiveness. If you have additional feedback or need technical assistance, please open a ticket with our Service Desk within the Chemicals app by selecting More in the lower right, then selecting Contact Service Desk.
Slow and unresponsive
04/14/2025

Star1998008

Please improve the app as it tends to act very slow and becomes unresponsive. Also, a few times, it fails to redirect to the 2FA page.
Developer Response 05/21/2024
We apologize for the inconvenience you’ve experienced with the app's performance. Your feedback has been received by our developers who are researching solutions for improving speed and responsiveness. If you have additional feedback or need technical assistance, please open a ticket with our Service Desk within the Chemicals app by selecting More in the lower right, then selecting Contact Service Desk.
App Doesn’t Work properly
12/06/2024

Kkcutekk
Neither scanning the QR nor searching the QR serial number seem to work. I just get an “Error Occured” screen. This has been an on and off issue for the past few months.

Developer Response
Thank you for your feedback, and we apologize for the frustration you've experienced. We're happy to let you know that we’ve identified and resolved the issue causing the QR scanning and serial number search errors. Please update to the latest version of the app, and everything should work as expected.If you have additional feedback or need technical assistance, please open a ticket with our Service Desk within the Chemicals app by selecting "More" in the lower right, then selecting "Contact Service Desk".
App Doesn’t Work properly
12/06/2024

Kkcutekk

Neither scanning the QR nor searching the QR serial number seem to work. I just get an “Error Occured” screen. This has been an on and off issue for the past few months.
Developer Response 01/03/2025
Thank you for your feedback, and we apologize for the frustration you've experienced. We're happy to let you know that we’ve identified and resolved the issue causing the QR scanning and serial number search errors. Please update to the latest version of the app, and everything should work as expected.If you have additional feedback or need technical assistance, please open a ticket with our Service Desk within the Chemicals app by selecting "More" in the lower right, then selecting "Contact Service Desk".
Test Your Updates Buddy
10/16/2023

Please fix the app -.-
The new update:1) initially crashed 100% of the time on login2) removed the ability to see chemical inventory outside of your own lab3) removed or obfuscated the way to new log chemicals into your own lab’s inventory.I know the UC is physically incapable of having functional web infrastructure, but do you think you guys could make an exception in this case so I can continue effectively doing my job for you? Jesus Christ.

Developer Response
We apologize for your recent experience. If you would like to speak with someone, our service desk can help with technical issues, training, or feedback. To open a ticket within the Chemicals Mobile app, select More in the lower right, then select Contact Service Desk.
Test Your Updates Buddy
10/16/2023

Please fix the app -.-

The new update:1) initially crashed 100% of the time on login2) removed the ability to see chemical inventory outside of your own lab3) removed or obfuscated the way to new log chemicals into your own lab’s inventory.I know the UC is physically incapable of having functional web infrastructure, but do you think you guys could make an exception in this case so I can continue effectively doing my job for you? Jesus Christ.
Developer Response 11/09/2023
We apologize for your recent experience. If you would like to speak with someone, our service desk can help with technical issues, training, or feedback. To open a ticket within the Chemicals Mobile app, select More in the lower right, then select Contact Service Desk.

Search results now highlight “Verified” chemical families curated by RSS, showing a badge and ranking them higher in Name, Family CAS, and Product Number searches.

Version 3.1.0

Jan 13

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