MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
1. Product Identification:
Product Name:	Dimethyl Benzyl Carbinol
Chemical Name:	α,α-dimethyl phenethyl alcohol
Molecular Formula:	C10H14O
Structural Formula:
Synonyms:	2-hydroxy-2-methyl-1-phenyl propane; α,α-dimethyl phenethanol; 2-methyl-1-phenyl-2-propanol; 2-benzyl-2-propanol; benzyl dimethyl carbinol; 2-methyl-1-phenyl propan-2-ol; 1,1-dimethyl-2-phenyl ethanol; benzyl propyl alcohol; α,α-dimethyl benzene ethanol; α,α-dimethyl phenyl ethyl alcohol; beta-phenyl-tert-butyl alcohol
INCI Name:	1,1-dimethyl phenyl ethanol
CAS #:	100-86-7
County of Origin:	China
2. Classification:
Chemical Identification: α,α-dimethyl phenethyl alcohol UN No. 1987: Alcohols, n.o.s. 24 HOUR EMERGENCY TELEPHONE NUMBER: (613)-996-6666 CANUTEC
3. Hazardous Ingredients Information:
α,α-dimethyl phenethyl alcohol
4. Physical & Chemical Properties:
Appearance:	Colorless to light yellow liquid or crystals.
Odor:	Sweet flower-like grassy odor.
Solubility:	Soluble in alcohol and oils. Almost insoluble in water.
Molecular Weight:	150.24 g/mol
Melting Point:	24 °C
Boiling Point:	108 °C
Specific Gravity:	0.972 – 0.980 @ 20°C
Refractive Index:	1.490 – 1.494 @ 20°C
Assay Purity:	>99 %
Acid Value:	≤ 1.0 %
Flash Point:	82 °C
5. Fire/Explosion Hazard:
Flash Point: 82 °C Flammable liquid. Will ignite if moderately heated.
6. Reactivity/Stability Data:
Reactivity: Stable.
Decomposition: When heated to decomposition produces fumes and carbon monoxide smoke.
7. Toxicological Properties/Information:
Liquid may irritate eyes and skin. Avoid contact with skin and eyes.
8. Preventive Data:
Spillage: Absorb spills, cover with an inert, non-combustible, inorganic absorbent material, and remove to an approved disposal container.
Fire: Recommended extinguishing media – CO2, foam and dry chemicals. DO NOT use direct water jet on burning material.
Environment: Keep away from drains, surface and ground water.
Storage: Store in cool, dry and well ventilated area protected in tightly closed container away from sources of ignition, heat and sunlight. Keep air contact to minimum.
9. First Aid Measures:
Eye contact: Flush with water for at least 15 minutes. Call physician if irritation persists.
Inhalation: Remove to fresh air. Avoid casual breathing.
Ingestion: Rinse mouth and consult a physician immediately. Never-give anything by mouth if victim is unconscious, is rapidly-losing consciousness, or is convulsing.
Skin contact: Remove contaminated clothing. Wash with soap and plenty of water.
11. Individual Protection for Industrial Use:
Use safety glasses. Avoid breathing in product by ensuring good ventilation when handling. Avoid skin contact by using chemical resistant gloves.
12. Preparation Information:
Quality Assurance New Directions Aromatics Inc. Brampton ON L7A 1C5 Revision Date: 27^th May 2008
Disclaimer The information contained in this Certificate of Analysis and Material Safety Data Sheet are obtained from current and reliable sources.  As the ordinary or otherwise use(s) of this product is outside the control of New Directions Aromatics Inc., no representation or warranty, expressed or implied is made as to the effect(s) of such use(s) (including damage or injury), or the results obtained. New Directions Aromatics Inc. expressly disclaims responsibility as to the ordinary or otherwise use(s).  Furthermore, New Directions Aromatics as to the fitness for any use should consider nothing container herein as a recommendation.  The liability of New Directions Aromatics Inc. is limited to the value of the goods and does not include any consequential loss.

CERTIFICATE OF ANALYSIS
Product: DiMethyl benzyl Carbinol
Product No: 28001		Lot No: 28001-01
	Specifications:	Results:
Appearance:	Colorless to light yellow liquid or crystals.	Complies
Odor:	Sweet flower-like grassy odor.	Complies
Solubility:	Soluble in alcohol and oils. Almost insoluble in water.	Complies
Specific Gravity:	0.972 – 0.980 @ 20°C	Complies
Refractive Index:	1.490 – 1.494 @ 20°C	Complies
Assay Purity:	>99 %	Complies
Acid Value:	≤ 1.0 %	Complies