MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
1. Product Identification:
Product Name:	Apricot Kernel Oil
Botanical Name:	Prunus armeniaca
Synonyms:	Armeniaca vulgaris, Amygdalus armeniaca, P. armeniaca var. vulgaris[
INCI Name:	Prunus armeniaca (apricot) kernel oil
CAS #:	72869-69-3
Country of Origin:	Chile
2. Classification:
Chemical Identification: Oil, apricot UN No. 9277: Oils, n.o.s. with Flash Point NOT less than 93 °C (200 °F) 24 HOUR EMERGENCY TELEPHONE NUMBER: (613)-996-6666 CANUTEC
3. Hazardous Ingredients Information:
N/A
4. Physical & Chemical Properties:
Appearance:	Pale yellow to golden yellow liquid.
Odor:	Characteristic odor.
Solubility:	Soluble in alcohol and oils. Insoluble in water.
Relative Density:	0.910 – 0.930 @ 20°C
Refractive Index:	1.463 – 1.476
Free Fatty Acids:	< 1.0
% Unsaponifiables:	< 1.0
Saponification Value:	185 – 200
Iodine Value:	95 – 110
Peroxide Value:	< 2.2
Total Saturated:	~ 5.00
Total Monounsaturated:	~ 65.0
Total Polyunsaturated:	~ 30.0
Palmitic Acid Content:	3 – 8
Oleic Acid Content:	56 – 70
Linoleic Acid Content:	22 – 33
Stearic Acid Content:	0.5 – 3.0
Extraction Method:	Cold-pressed of the seeds/kernels.
Constituents:	Myristic, palmitic, palmitoleic, margaric, margaroleic, stearic, oleic, linoleic, a-linolenic, arachidic, eicosenic, behenic and erucic acids
Shelf-Life:	6 to 12 months.
5. Fire/Explosion Hazard:
Flash Point: >100 °C
6. Reactivity/Stability Data:
Reactivity: Stable.
Decomposition: When heated to decomposition produces carbon dioxide and monoxide smoke.
7. Toxicological Properties/Information:
None known.
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 – water spray, CO2, foam and dry chemicals.
Environment: Keep away from drains, surface and ground water.
Storage: Store in cool, dark place in tightly closed container. Keep air contact to minimum.
9. First Aid Measures:
Eye contact: Flush with water for at least 15 minutes.
Inhalation: Remove to fresh air.
Ingestion: Rinse mouth.
Skin contact: Wash with soap and plenty of water.
11. Individual Protection for Industrial Use:
Gloves and overall.
12. Preparation Information:
Quality Assurance New Directions Aromatics Inc. Brampton ON, L7A 1C5 Revision Date: 29^th April 2008
Disclaimer The information contained in this Certificate of Analysis and Material Safety Data Sheet is 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, nothing container herein should be considered as a recommendation by New Directions Aromatics as to the fitness for any use. 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: Apricot Kernel Oil
Product No: 15002 Batch No: 5517		lot#: 15002-A09 15002-B09
	Specifications:	Results:
Appearance:	Pale yellow to golden yellow liquid	Complies
Odor:	Characteristic odor	Complies
Solubility:	Soluble in alcohol and oils. Insoluble in water.	Complies
Relative Density:	0.910 – 0.930 @ 20°C	Complies
Refractive Index:	1.463 – 1.476	Complies
Free Fatty Acids:	< 1.0	Complies
% Unsaponifiables:	< 1.0	Complies
Saponification Value:	185 – 200	Complies
Iodine Value:	95 – 110	Complies
Peroxide Value:	< 2.2	Complies