MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET

 

1. Product Identification:

Product Name:                

Grapefruit Seed Extract 60/40

Other Names:

Citricidal, Diphenol hydroxybenzene.

INCI Name:

Citrus grandis (grapefruit) seed extract (and) Glycerin

CAS #:                            

90045-43-5

Country of Origin:          

Canada

 

2. Classification:

Chemical Identification: Citricidal

UN No. 1169 – Liquid extract.

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3. Hazardous Ingredients Information:

Phosphoric acid – decomposition product.

 

4. Physical & Chemical Properties:

Appearance:                   

Clear lemon yellow viscous liquid.

Odor:                              

Mild characteristic citrus odor.

Solubility:

Miscible in water.

pH (10% solution):

2.0 - 3.0

Specific Gravity:            

1.05 – 1.15 @ 25°C

% DPHB :

55 – 65 %

% Glycerol:

35 – 45 %

% Ascorbic Acid:

2.0 – 2.8 %

Moisture:

2.5 – 3.5 %

Heavy Metals:

Absent

Propyl Hydroxybenzoate:

Absent

Methyl Hydroxybenzoate:

Absent

PCBs:

Absent

Boiling Point:

300°F

Constituents:

Grapefruit seed extract, glycerin, ascorbic acid.

 

 

5. Fire/Explosion Hazard:

Flash Point:  350°F

 

6. Reactivity/Stability Data:

Reactivity: Stable. Avoid contact with oxidizing agents.

Incompatibility: Anionic wetting agents.

Decomposition: When heated to decomposition produces phosphoric acid fumes.

 

7. Toxicological Properties/Information:

Liquid may mildly irritate mucus membrane and nasal cavity.

Severe irritant to eyes.

 

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 for Industrial and Bulk Use:

Use safety glasses.

Wear a shield mask if splashing hazard exists.

Avoid breathing in product by using in a well-ventilation area 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: 25th January 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: Grapefruit Seed Extract 60/40

Product No: 16006

 

 

Specifications:

Results:

Appearance:                   

Yellow to dark yellow viscous liquid.

Complies

Odor:                              

Mild characteristic citrus odor.

Complies

Solubility:

Soluble in water, alcohol organic solvents.

Complies

pH (10% solution):

2.0 - 3.0

Complies

Specific Gravity:            

1.05 – 1.15 @ 25°C

Complies

% DPHB :

55 – 65 %

Complies

% Glycerol:

35 – 45 %

Complies

% Ascorbic Acid:

2.0 – 2.8 %

Complies

Moisture:

2.5 – 3.5 %

Complies

Heavy Metals:

Absent

Complies

Propyl Hydroxybenzoate:

Absent

Complies

Methyl Hydroxybenzoate:

Absent

Complies

PCBs:

Absent

Complies