MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET

 

1. Product Identification:

Product Name:                

Black Current Seed Oil

Botanical Name:            

Rebes nigrum

INCI Name:                   

Ribes nigrum (Blackcurrant) seed oil

CAS #:                            

68606-81-5

County of Origin:          

USA

 

2. Classification:

Chemical Identification:

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3. Hazardous Ingredients Information:

 

4. Physical & Chemical Properties:

Appearance:                    

Clear pale yellow to golden yellow liquid.

Odor:                              

Strong heavy oily odor.

Solubility:

Soluble in alcohol and oils. Insoluble in water.

Boiling Point:

>250°C

Extraction Method:          

Cold pressed of the seeds.

Acid Value:

<1.8

Peroxide Value:

1.60 – 2.50

Fatty Acids Content:

Palmitic (6.0 – 8.0%), Stearic (0.5 – 2.0 %), Oleic (9.0 – 13%), Linoleic (min. 40%),

γ-Linoleic (15-20%)

 

Flash Point:

500 °F

 

5. Fire/Explosion Hazard:

Flash Point: 500 °F

 

6. Reactivity/Stability Data:

Reactivity: Stable and not reactive with water.

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

 

7. Toxicological Properties/Information:

Liquid may irritate eyes and skin.

 

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 for Industrial and Bulk Use:

Use safety glasses.

 

 

12. Preparation Information:

Quality Assurance

New Directions Aromatics Inc.

Brampton ON

L7A 1C5

 

Revision Date: 3rd  January 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: Blackcurrant Seed Carrier Oil

Product No: 11011

Lot No: 11011-A03

 

 

Specifications:

Results:

Appearance:                   

Clear pale yellow to golden yellow liquid.

Complies

Odor:                              

Strong, heavy oily odor.

Complies

 

 

 

Acid Value:

<1.8

Complies

Peroxide Value:

1.60 – 2.50

Complies