MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
1. Product Identification:
Product Name:	Lanette Wax N
Botanical Name:	Cetyl stearyl alcohol and sodium cetyl stearyl sulfate mixture
Synonyms:	Lanette N
INCI Name:	Cetearyl alcohol (and) sodium cetearyl sulfate
CAS #:	67762-27-0, 68955-20-4
Country of Origin:	Canada
2. Classification:
Chemical Identification: Wax, Lanette 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:	White solid flakes.
Odor:	Practically odorless.
Solubility:	Soluble in alcohol and oils. Insoluble in water.
Melting Point:	49 – 54 °C
Moisture:	0.3 – 1.4 %
pH (1% solution):	6.5 – 8.0 @ 20°C
Iodine Value:	0.5 – 3.0
Acid Value:	0.2 – 1.0
Hydroxyl Value:	187 – 205
Saponification Value:	1.9 – 2.2
Fatty Alcohols Sulfates:	8.7 – 10 %
Fatty Alcohols:	90 – 91.3 %
Contents:	C12-C14 (0 – 5%), C16 (30 – 40%), C18 (60 – 70%)
Flash Point:	>205 °C
5. Fire/Explosion Hazard:
Flash Point: >205 °C 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 10, 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: Lanette Wax - flakes
Product No: 30009		Lot No: 30009-A04 ( -b04 - c04)
	Specifications:	Results:
Appearance:	White solid flakes.	Complies
Odor:	Practically odorless.	Complies
Solubility:	Soluble in alcohol and oils. Insoluble in water.	Complies
Melting Point:	49 – 54 °C	Complies
Moisture:	0.3 – 1.4 %	Complies
pH (1% solution):	6.5 – 8.0 @ 20°C	Complies
Iodine Value:	0.5 – 3.0	Complies
Acid Value:	0.2 – 1.0	Complies
Hydroxyl Value:	187 – 205	Complies
Saponification Value:	1.9 – 2.2	Complies