MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET

 

1. Product Identification:

Product Name:                

Camphor Powder

Chemical Name:

1,7,7-trimethylbicyclo(2.2.1)-heptan-2-one

Use:

cosmetic

Synonyms:

1,7,7-trimethylbicyclo(2.2.1)-heptan-2-one.

INCI Name:

 

CAS #:                           

76-22-2

Country of Origin:

Canada

 

 

2. Classification:

Chemical Identification: 1,7,7-trimethylbicyclo(2.2.1)-heptan-2-one

WHMIS Classification: D2B/B4

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3. Hazardous Ingredients Information:

WHMIS D2B/B4

 

4. Physical & Chemical Properties:

Appearance:                   

Solid White crystals.

Odor:                              

Characteristic odor.

Solubility:

Slightly soluble in water.

Melting Point:             

174 – 179 °C

Flash Point:

 66°C

Boiling Point:

207.2 deg. C

Vapor Pressure:

0.18 mm Hg @ 20 deg C

Vapor Density:

5.25

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

5. Fire/Explosion Hazard:

Flash Point:  66°C Closed Cup

WHMIS: D2B.B4

 

6. Reactivity/Stability Data:

Reactivity: Stable. Avoid contact with strong oxidizers, phenol, chloral hydrate, beta-naphthol and resorcinol or thymol titrations.

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

 

7. Toxicological Properties/Information:

DANGER! May be fatal if swallow. Harmful if inhaled.

Oral (mice), LD50 = 1.3 g/kg Merck

Causes irritation to the skin, eyes and respiratory tract, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, headache, dizziness, confusion, vertigo, delirium, hallucinations; epileptic convulsions; CNS depression, coma. May also cause allergic reaction.

 

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: 13th August 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: Camphor  Powder

Product No: 16038

Lot No: 16038-A02

Lot No:  16038-B02

 

Specifications:

Results:

Appearance:                   

White crystals.

Complies

Odor:                              

Characteristic odor.

Complies

Solubility:

Slightly soluble in water.

Complies

Melting Point:            

174.0 – 175.0 °C

Complies

Hallogen (Chloride)%:

<0.035%

Complies