MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
1. Product Identification:
Product Name:	Lemon Myrtle Oil
Botanical Name:	Backhousia citriodora
Synonyms:
INCI Name:	Backhousia citriodora leaf Oil
CAS #:
Country of Origin:	Australia
2. Classification:
Chemical Identification: Oil, lemon myrtle UN No. 1169: Liquid aromatic extract. Packaging Group: III Class: 3 24 HOUR EMERGENCY TELEPHONE NUMBER: (613)-996-6666 CANUTEC
3. Hazardous Ingredients Information:
Ketones.
4. Physical & Chemical Properties:
Appearance:	Colorless to pale yellow liquid.
Odor:	Characteristic lemony and crisp odor.
Solubility:	Soluble in alcohol and oils. Insoluble in water.
Specific Gravity:	0.895 – 0.915 @ 20°C
Refractive Index:	1.4880 – 1.4900 @ 20°C
Optical Rotation:	+3.5 – 2.0 @ 20°C
Citral:	90 – 95 %
Citronellal:	0.1 – 1.0 %
Extraction Method:	Steam distillation of the fresh leaves.
Contents:	Neral, geranial, myrcene, linalool, citronellal, beta-pinene, beta-caryophyllene, cyclocitral and methyl-heptenone
Flash Point:	102 °C
5. Fire/Explosion Hazard:
Flash Point: 102 °C
6. Reactivity/Stability Data:
Reactivity: Stable.
Decomposition: When heated to decomposition produces sulfur fumes and carbon monoxide smoke.
7. Toxicological Properties/Information:
Possible sensitizing and dermal irritant – irritate eyes and skin due to high levels of citral.
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: Avoid casual breathing. Remove to fresh air.
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:
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: 8^th May 2006
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, nothing contained herein should be considered as a recommendation by New Directions Aromatics as to the fitness for any use.   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: Lemon Myrtle Essential Oil
Product No: 11083		Lot No: 11083-01
	Specifications:	Results:
Appearance:	Colorless to pale yellow liquid.	Complies
Odor:	Characteristic lemony and crisp odor.	Complies
Solubility:	Soluble in alcohol and oils. Insoluble in water.	Complies
Specific Gravity:	0.895 – 0.915 @ 20°C	Complies
Refractive Index:	1.4880 – 1.4900 @ 20°C	Complies
Optical Rotation:	+3.5 – 2.0 @ 20°C	Complies
Citral:	90 – 95 %	Complies