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MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET |
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1. Product
Identification: |
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Product Name:
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Castor Oil - USP |
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Botanical Name:
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Ricinus communis |
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Synonyms: |
Recinus communis |
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INCI Name: |
Ricinus communis (castor) seed oil |
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CAS #: |
8001-79-4 |
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2. Classification: |
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Chemical Identification: Oil, castor seed UN No. 9277:
Oils, n.o.s. with Flash Point NOT less than 93
°C (200 °F) 24 HOUR EMERGENCY
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3. Hazardous
Ingredients Information: |
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N/A |
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4. Physical &
Chemical Properties: |
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Appearance: |
Pale yellow to golden yellow liquid |
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Odor: |
Characteristic odor |
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Solubility: |
Soluble in alcohol and
oils. Insoluble in water. |
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Relative Density: |
0.957 – 0.961 @ 25°C |
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Refractive Index: |
1.480 – 1.650 @ 25°C |
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Free Fatty Acids: |
<3.5 % |
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% Unsaponifiables: |
<0.5 % |
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Saponification Value: |
176 – 182 |
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Iodine Value: |
83 – 88 |
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Peroxide Value: |
<5 % |
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Total Saturated: |
1.6 – 5.3 |
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Total Monounsaturated: |
83 – 98.6 |
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Total Polyunsaturated: |
5 – 7.5 |
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Palmitic Acid: |
1 – 2 |
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Oleic Acid: |
3 – 7 |
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Ricinoleic Acid: |
80 – 91 |
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Linoleic Acid: |
5 – 7 |
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Extraction Method: |
Cold-pressed of the seeds/kernels. |
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Constituents: |
Palmitic, palmitoleic, margaric, margaroleic, stearic, dioxystearic, oleic, ricinoleic, linoleic, a-linolenic, arachidic, eicosanic, behenic and erucic acids. |
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5. Fire/Explosion
Hazard: |
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Flash Point: >100 °C |
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6. Reactivity/Stability
Data: |
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Reactivity: Stable. |
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Decomposition: When heated to decomposition produces carbon dioxide and monoxide smoke. |
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7. Toxicological
Properties/Information: |
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None known. |
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8. Preventive Data:
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Spillage: Absorb spills, cover with an inert, non-combustible, inorganic absorbent material, and remove to an approved disposal container. |
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Fire: Recommended extinguishing media – water spray, CO2, foam and dry chemicals. |
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Environment: Keep away from drains, surface and ground water. |
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Storage: Store in cool, dark place in tightly closed container. Keep air contact to minimum. |
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9. First Aid
Measures: |
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Eye contact: Flush with water for at least 15 minutes. |
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Inhalation: Remove to fresh air. |
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Ingestion: Rinse mouth. |
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Skin contact: Wash with soap and plenty of water. |
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11. Individual
Protection for Industrial Use: |
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Gloves and overall. |
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12. Preparation Information for
Industrial Use: |
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Quality Assurance New Directions Aromatics Inc. Brampton ON, L7A 1C5 Revision Date: January 25, 2010. |
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DISCLAIMER: The information contained
in this Certificate of Analysis and Material Safety Data Sheet is obtained
from current and reliable sources. The information contained herein is true
and to the best of New Directions Aromatics knowledge. Nothing herein should
be interpreted as a recommendation to infringe existing patents or violate
any laws or regulation. Final determination of the suitability of the
material is the sole responsibility of the user. Customers should purchase
products from New Directions Aromatics Inc. with the clear understanding that
all products must be used at the customers own discretion and only after
referencing Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS) and all other relevant
technical information specific to the product. New Directions Aromatics Inc.
shall not be held responsible for any damages to property or for any adverse
physical effects (including injury or bodily harm) caused by insufficient
knowledge or the improper use of a product. The user of the product is
solely responsible for compliance with all laws and regulations applying to
the use of the products, including intellectual property rights of third
parties. As with any manufacturing
process, New Directions Aromatics strongly recommends small lab scale testing
for evaluation purposes prior to full commercial manufacturing. The information on the New Directions Aromatics Inc. website is obtained from current and reliable sources but makes no representation as to its comprehensiveness or accuracy. Nothing contained herein should be considered as a recommendation by New Directions Aromatics Inc. as to the fitness for any use. 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. The liability of New Directions Aromatics Inc. is limited to the value of the goods and does not include any consequential loss. New Directions Aromatics Inc. shall not be liable for any errors or delays in the content, or for any actions taken in reliance thereon. |
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CERTIFICATE OF ANALYSIS |
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Product:
Castor Oil USP |
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Product
No: 15006
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Specifications: |
Results: |
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Appearance: |
Pale yellow to golden yellow liquid |
Complies |
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Odor:
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Characteristic odor |
Complies |
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Solubility: |
Soluble in alcohol and
oils. Insoluble in water. |
Complies |
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Relative Density: |
0.957 – 0.961 @ 25°C |
Complies |
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Refractive Index: |
1.480 – 1.650 @ 25°C |
Complies |
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Free Fatty Acids: |
<3.5 |
Complies |
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Saponification Value: |
175 – 185 |
Complies |
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Iodine Value: |
83 – 88 |
Complies |
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Mfg. Date: Retest Date: |
September, 2009 September, 2011 |
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