MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET

 

1. Product Identification:

Product Name:                

Calendula Herbal Oil

Botanical Name:            

Calendula officinalis

Synonyms:

Calendula officinalis var. prolifera, Caltha officinalis

INCI Name:

Calendula officinalis flower extract (and) Olea Europaea (olive) fruit oil

CAS #:                           

84776-23-8

Country of Origin:          

Canada

 

2. Classification:

Chemical Identification: Oil, calendula

UN No. 1169: Liquid aromatic extract.

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3. Hazardous Ingredients Information:

Slightly hazardous.

 

4. Physical & Chemical Properties:

Appearance:                   

Orangish yellow to reddish yellow oily liquid.

Odor:                               

Characteristic floral, balsamic oily odor.

Solubility:

Soluble in alcohol and oils. Insoluble in water.

Specific Gravity:            

0.900 – 0.925 @ 20°C

Infusion Ratio:

200 – 300 g per 1L

Extraction Method:

Flowering tops infused in extra virgin olive oil for 4 to 6 weeks.

Contents:

Triterpenes, pentacyclic alcohols such as faradol, brein, arnidiol, erythrodiol, calenduladiol, heliantriol C and F, ursatriol, logispinogenine; the calendulosides A-D; α- and ß-amyrin, taraxasterol, γ-taraxasterol, and lupeol; isorhamnetin glycosides including narcissin and quercitin glycosides including rutin; chlorogenic acid, Sesquiterpene and flavonol
glycosides 7-9; triterpenoid saponins; triterpene alcohols; flavonoids, carotenoids, and xanthophylls; phenolic acids; sterols, mucilage, tocopherols, calendulin, bitters

Flash Point:

>93 °C

 

5. Fire/Explosion Hazard:

Flash Point:  >93 °C

Flammable liquid. Will ignite if overheated.

 

6. Reactivity/Stability Data:

Reactivity: Stable.

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

 

7. Toxicological Properties/Information:

Frequent skin contact may result in an allergic reaction to the herb. Possible interaction with sedative drugs.
Calendula is also known to affect the menstrual cycle and should not be used during pregnancy and breastfeeding.

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: Avoid casual breathing. Remove to fresh air.

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:

Use safety glasses.

Avoid breathing in product by ensuring good ventilation when handling.

Avoid skin contact by using chemical resistant gloves and overall.

 

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, 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: Calendula Herbal Oil

Product No: 14002

Lot No: 14002-04

 

 

Specifications:

Results:

Appearance:                   

Orangish yellow to reddish yellow oily liquid.

Complies

Odor:                              

Characteristic floral, balsamic oily odor.

Complies

Solubility:

Soluble in alcohol and oils. Insoluble in water.

Complies

Specific Gravity:            

0.900 – 0.925 @ 20°C

Complies