MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET

 

1. Product Identification:

Product Name:                

Camphor Oil (White)

Botanical Name:            

Cinnamomum camphora L.

Synonyms:

Laurus camphora L., Camphora camphora

INCI Name:

Cinnamomum camphora oil

CAS #:                           

8008-51-3

Country of Origin:          

China

 

2. Classification:

Chemical Identification: Camphor (white) essential oil

UN No. 1325: Flammable organic solid

Packaging Group: III

Class: 3

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3. Hazardous Ingredients Information:

May contain safrole, which is a toxin and carcinogen. 

Camphor may cause convulsions or be a neurotoxin

 

4. Physical & Chemical Properties:

Appearance:                   

Colorless to pale yellow clear liquid.

Odor:                              

Characteristic strong, penetrating, fragrant odor.

Solubility:

Soluble in alcohol and oils. Insoluble in water.

Melting Point:

172 – 176 °C (sublimes)

Boiling Point:

204 °C

Specific Gravity:            

0.915 – 0.960 @ 20°C

Optical Rotation:            

+10.0 - +35.00 @ 20°C

Refractive Index:            

1.470 – 1.480 @ 20°C

Camphor Content:

35 % (min)

Extraction Method:

Steam distillation of chipped wood, root stumps and branches; follow by rectification under vacuum, filter pressed and collection of first fraction.

Contents:

Cineol, camphor, borneol, camphene, menthol, pinene, and dipentene.

Flash Point:

 64 °C

 

5. Fire/Explosion Hazard:

Flash Point:  64 °C

Flammable liquid. Will ignite if moderately heated.

 

6. Reactivity/Stability Data:

Reactivity: Stable.

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

 

7. Toxicological Properties/Information:

Locally an iritant numbing the peripheral sensory nerves.

Camphor is an acute oral toxin.  Animal toxicity - 0.5-1.5 g/kg. Human toxicity - 0.005- 0.5 g/kg. 

May contain a carcinogen, safrole.

     

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 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.

 

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: Camphor (white) Essential Oil

Product No: 11017

Lot No: 11017-01

 

 

Specifications:

Results:

Appearance:                   

Colorless to pale yellow clear liquid.

Complies

Odor:                              

Characteristic strong, penetrating, fragrant odor.

Complies

Solubility:

Soluble in alcohol and oils. Insoluble in water.

Complies

Specific Gravity:             

0.915 – 0.960 @ 20°C

Complies

Optical Rotation:            

+10.0 - +35.00 @ 20°C

Complies

Refractive Index:            

1.470 – 1.480 @ 20°C

Complies

Camphor Content:

> 35%

Complies