MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET

 

1. Product Identification:

Product Name:                

Karanj Seed Oil

Botanical Name:            

Pongamia pinnata

Synonyms:

Cytisus pinnatus L., Derris indica L., Galedupa indica L.,

Pongamia glabra,

INCI Name:

Pongamia glabra seed oil

CAS #:                           

 

County of Origin:          

India

 

2. Classification:

Chemical Identification: Oils, karanj seed

UN No. 1169: Liquid aromatic extract.  Packaging Group: III                Class: 3

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3. Hazardous Ingredients Information:

Slightly hazardous.

 

4. Physical & Chemical Properties:

Appearance:                   

Pale yellow liquid.

Odor:                              

Characteristic odd odor.

Solubility:

Soluble in alcohol and oils. Insoluble in water.

Specific Gravity:

0.925 – 0.940 @ 20°C

Saponification Value:

185 – 195

Unsaponifiables:

3.0 %

Palmitic Acid:

3.7 – 7.9

Stearic Acid:

2.4 – 8.9

Oleic Acid:

44.5 – 71.3

Linoleic Acid:

10.8 – 18.3

Extraction Method:

Cold-pressed of seeds.

Contents:

Palmitic acid, stearic acid, oleic acid, linoleic acid, arachidic acid,

gadoleic acid, behenic acid, lignoceric acid, eicosenic acid and

alkaloids – karangin, kanugin, kanjone, neoglabrin, pinnatin, glabrin,

pongamol, pongapin, quercitin, demethoxy-kanugin, glabrosaponin,

gamatay, saponin, kaempferol, β-sitosterol and tannin.

Cloud Point:

8.3 °C

 

5. Fire/Explosion Hazard:

Flash Point: n/a

Combustible liquid. Will ignite if moderately heated.

 

6. Reactivity/Stability Data:

Reactivity: Stable.

Decomposition: When heated to decomposition produces toxic fumes/carbon monoxide smoke.

 

7. Toxicological Properties/Information:

Liquid will irritate eyes and skin. Inhalation may be harmful. Should be useful diluted.

Avoid if pregnant – since little is known about its effects to the developing fetus.

 

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 Use:

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: 18th September 2009

 

Disclaimer

 

The information contained in this Certificate of Analysis and Material Safety Data Sheet is 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: Karanj  Seed Essential Oil

Product No: 11202

Lot No: 11202-A04

 

 

Specifications:

Results:

Appearance:                   

Pale yellow – dark yellow liquid.

Complies

Odor:                              

Characteristic odor.

Complies

Solubility:

Soluble in alcohol and oils. Insoluble in water.

Complies

Specific Gravity:

0.925 – 0.940 @ 20°C

Complies

Saponification Value:

185 – 195

Complies

Oleic Acid:

44.5 – 71.3

Complies

Linoleic Acid:

10.8 – 18.3

Complies