MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET

 

1. Product Identification:

Product Name:                

Candelilla Wax - flakes

Botanical Name:            

Euphorbia cerifera

Synonyms:

Euphorbia antisyphilitica

INCI Name:

Euphorbia cerifera (candelilla) wax

CAS #:                           

8006-44-8

Country of Origin:          

Canada

 

2. Classification:

Chemical Identification: Wax, Candelilla

UN No. 3272 – Esters n.o.s.

24 HOUR EMERGENCY TELEPHONE NUMBER: (613)-996-6666 CANUTEC

 

3. Hazardous Ingredients Information:

N/A

 

4. Physical & Chemical Properties:

Appearance:                   

Yellowish brown hard and brittle opaque to translucent solid flakes.

Odor:                              

Characteristic odor.

Solubility:

Soluble in alcohol and oils. Insoluble in water.

Specific Gravity:            

0.982 – 0.993 @ 20°C

Melting Point:

67 – 79 °C

Acid Value:

12 – 22

Ester Value:

31 – 43

Saponification Value:

43 – 65

Esters:

20 – 29 %

Hydrocarbons:

50 %

Fatty Acids:

7 – 9 %

Neutral Resins:

12 – 14 %

Extraction Method:

Obtained by boiling leaves and stems in acidified water and skimming liquid wax from surface, and then pass through a filter press to remove impurities.

Contents:

Hrdrocarbons, esters, acids and resins.

Flash Point:

 240 °C

 

5. Fire/Explosion Hazard:

Flash Point: 240 °C 

Avoid excessive heating as this may damage wax.

Precaution: NEVER MELT WAX BY DIRECT HEAT. Always use a water bath for.

 

6. Reactivity/Stability Data:

Reactivity: Stable. Avoid contact with oxidants.

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

 

7. Toxicological Properties/Information:

Mild irritant to skin, eyes and mucus membranes.

 

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.

 

CAUTION! Melted wax can cause severe burns. Do not remove solidified wax on burn, cool with water and see a physician.

 

11. Individual Protection for Industrial Use:

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: April 14, 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: Candelilla Wax - flakes

Product No: 30003

Lot No: 30003-A03

 

 

Specifications:

Results:

Appearance:                   

Yellowish brown hard and brittle opaque to translucent solid flakes.

Complies

Odor:                              

Characteristic odor.

Complies

Solubility:

Soluble in alcohol and oils. Insoluble in water.

Complies

Specific Gravity:            

0.982 – 0.993 @ 20°C

Complies

Melting Point:

67 – 79 °C

Complies

Acid Value:

12 – 22

Complies

Ester Value:

31 – 43

Complies

Saponification Value:

43 – 65

Complies

 

 

 

 

 

 

CERTIFICATE OF ANALYSIS

 

Product: Candelilla Wax - flakes

Product No: 30003

Lot No: 30003-A02

 

 

Specifications:

Results:

Appearance:                   

Yellowish brown hard and brittle opaque to translucent solid flakes.

Complies

Odor:                              

Characteristic odor.

Complies

Solubility:

Soluble in alcohol and oils. Insoluble in water.

Complies

Specific Gravity:            

0.982 – 0.993 @ 20°C

Complies

Melting Point:

67 – 79 °C

Complies

Acid Value:

12 – 22

Complies

Ester Value:

31 – 43

Complies

Saponification Value:

43 – 65

Complies