MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET

 

1. Product Identification:

Product Name:                

Mace Oil - Organic

Botanical Name:            

Myristica fragrans

Synonyms:

Myristica fragrans Houtt.

INCI Name:

Myristica fragrans (mace) kernel oil

CAS #:                            

8007-12-3

County of Origin:          

Sri Lanka

 

2. Classification:

Chemical Identification: Oils, mace

UN No. 1197: Liquid flavoring extract.

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3. Hazardous Ingredients Information:

Methyl eugenol.

 

4. Physical & Chemical Properties:

Appearance:                   

Pale yellow to brownish yellow liquid.

Odor:                              

Characteristic aroma reminiscent of nutmeg.

Solubility:

Soluble in alcohol and oils. Insoluble in water.

Specific Gravity:            

0.854 – 0.915 @ 20°C

Refractive Index:            

1.475 – 1.488 @ 20°C

Optical Rotation:

+0.0 – +25 @ 20°C

Terpinen-4-ol:

18 – 22

Myristicin:

12 – 18

Methyl Eugenol:

10 – 15

Pinene:

9.0 – 12

Extraction Method:

Steam distillation of the dried nutmeg husk.

Consituents:

Myristicin, terpinen-4-ol, sabinene, ß-pinene, safrole, iso-elemicin,

elemicin, camphene, p-cymene, phellandrene, terpinene, limonene,

myrcene, eugenol and eugenol derivatives. 

Flash Point:

42.78 °C

 

5. Fire/Explosion Hazard:

Flash Point:  42.78 °C

Combustible liquid. Will ignite if moderately heated.

 

6. Reactivity/Stability Data:

Reactivity: Stable.

Decomposition: When heated to decomposition produces acrid fumes and carbon monoxide smoke.

 

7. Toxicological Properties/Information:

Liquid will irritate eyes and skin on contact. In large doses it may be toxic indicated by nausea and a stupor-like state due to its high methyl eugenol and myristicin content.

 

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 a cool, dry place protected in a full tightly closed HDPE or aluminum container away from light.

 

9. First Aid Measures:

Eye contact: Flush with water for at least 15 minutes. Call physician if irritation persists.

Inhalation: Avoid casual breathing.

Ingestion: Rinse mouth and drink milk. 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 skin contact by using surgical gloves.

 

12. Preparation Information:

Quality Assurance

New Directions Aromatics Inc.

Brampton ON

L7A 1C5

 

Revision Date: July 9, 2009.

 

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: Mace  Essential Oil - Organic

Product No: 50016

Lot No: 50016-A02

 

 

Specifications:

Results:

Appearance:                   

Pale yellow to brownish yellow liquid.

Complies

Odor:                              

Characteristic aroma reminiscent of nutmeg.

Complies

Solubility:

Soluble in alcohol and oils. Insoluble in water.

Complies

Specific Gravity:            

0.854 – 0.915 @ 20°C

Complies

Refractive Index:            

1.475 – 1.488 @ 20°C

Complies

Optical Rotation:

+0.0 – +25 @ 20°C

Complies