MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET

 

1. Product Identification:

Product Name:                

Birch Oil

Botanical Name:            

Betula lenta

INCI Name:                   

Betula lenta (birch) oil

CAS #:                           

119 – 36 – 8

Country of Origin:           

Russia

 

2. Classification:

Chemical Identification: Birch essential oil

UN No. 1169: Liquid aromatic extract.

Packaging Group: III

Class: 3

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3. Hazardous Ingredients Information:

N/A

 

4. Physical & Chemical Properties:

Appearance:                   

Colorless to pale yelloe liquid.

Odor:                              

Sharp minty odor similar to wintergreen.

Solubility:

Insoluble in alcohol and water.

Boiling Point:

222 °C

Melting Point:

- 8.0 °C

Specific Gravity:            

1.179 – 1.184 @ 20°C

Refractive Index:            

1.535 – 1.538 @ 20°C

Extraction Method:          

Steam distillation of the bark.

Phenol:

100ppm (max)

Heavy Metals:

20ppm (max)

Assay:

99.0 – 100.5 %

Acidity:

0.4% (max)

Flash Point:

96 °C

 

5. Fire/Explosion Hazard:

Flash Point: 96 °C

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 non-toxic/non-irritant. Can be fetal if taken in large quantities.

Avoid during pregnancy.

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: 8th May 2006

 

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, nothing contained 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: Birch (Sweet) Essential Oil

Product No: 11160

Lot No: 11160-05

 

 

Specifications:

Results:

Appearance:                   

Colorless to pale yellow clear liquid.

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Odor:                               

Strong characteristic odor.

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Solubility:

Soluble in alcohol and oils. Insoluble in water.

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Boiling Point:

°C

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Melting Point:

°C

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Specific Gravity:            

@ 20°C

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Optical Rotation:             

@ 20°C

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Refractive Index:            

@ 20°C

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Acid Value:

 

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Ester Value:

 

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Volatile Oils:

 

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Contents:

 

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