MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET

 

1. Product Identification:

Product Name:                

Bergamot Oil (Bergaptene Free)

Botanical Name:            

Citrus bergamia

INCI Name:                   

Citrus bergamia (bergamot) oil

CAS #:                            

8007 – 75 – 8

Country of Origin:          

Italy

 

2. Classification:

Chemical Identification: Bergamot bergaptene free essential oil

UN No. 1169: Liquid aromatic extract.

Packaging Group: III

Class: 3

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3. Hazardous Ingredients Information:

Furocoumarin (as bergaptene) 0.2-0.5 %:  If used straight, it has severe phototoxicity.

To avoid phototoxicity use in dilutions of less than 1-2% .

     

4. Physical & Chemical Properties:

Appearance:                   

Light yellowish green to yellowish brown liquid.

Odor:                              

Fragrant sweet-fruity odor.

Solubility:

Soluble in alcohol and oils. Insoluble in water.

Boiling Point:

> 35 °C

Specific Gravity:             

0.876 – 0.884 @ 20°C

Optical Rotation:            

+8.0 - +24.0 @ 20°C

Refractive Index:            

1.464 – 1.490 @ 20°C

Extraction Method:          

Cold-pressed from crude fruit peel.

Ester Value:

< 35%

Contents:

Limonene (34.8%), linalool (12.9%), linalyl acetate (29.4%)

Flash Point:

136 °C

 

5. Fire/Explosion Hazard:

Flash Point: 136 °F

Flammable liquid.

 

6. Reactivity/Stability Data:

Reactivity: Stable.

Decomposition: When heated to decomposition produces acid fumes and carbon monoxide smoke.

 

7. Toxicological Properties/Information:

Generally is non-toxic. Phototoxic to skin at high concentrations. 

Avoid exposure to sun if used on skin in more than a 1-2 % dilution. 

 

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.

Skin contact: Remove contaminated clothing. Wash with soap and plenty of water.

 

11. Individual Protection:

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: 30th June 2007

 

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: Bergamot Essential Oil (bergaptene free)                        

Product No: 11227

                        Lot No: 11227-A03

                                             

 

Specifications:

Results:

Appearance:                   

Light yellowish green to yellowish brown liquid.

Complies

Odor:                              

Fragrant sweet-fruity odor.

Complies

Solubility:

Soluble in alcohol and oils. Insoluble in water.

Complies

Boiling Point:

> 35 °C

Complies

Specific Gravity:            

0.856 – 0.884 @ 15°C

Complies

Optical Rotation:            

+8.0 - +34.0 @ 15°C

Complies

Refractive Index:            

1.464 – 1.490 @ 20°C

Complies

Ester Value:

< 35%

Complies