MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET

 

1. Product Identification:

Product Name:                

Methyl Chavicol

Chemical Name:            

1-methoxy-4-(2-propen-1-yl) benzene

Molecular Formula:

C10H12O

Structural Formula:

 

 

140-67-0

 

Synonyms:

Estragole; 1-methoxy-4-(2-propenyl)benzene; chavicol methyl ether;

4-allyl-1-methoxybenzene; para-allyl anisole; chavicyl methyl ether; methyl chavicol; para-methoxyallyl benzene; esdragon; isoanethole;

4-allyl anisole; esdragol; para-allyl methoxybenzene;

INCI Name:

Methyl chavicol

CAS #:                           

140-67-0

County of Origin:          

China

 

2. Classification:

Chemical Identification: 1-methoxy-4-(2-propen-1-yl) benzene

UN No. 3271: Ethers, n.o.s.

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3. Hazardous Ingredients Information:

Estragole is known to be carcinogenic and genotoxic.

 

4. Physical & Chemical Properties:

Appearance:                   

Colorless clear liquid.

Odor:                              

Characteristic aromatic anise-like odor.

Solubility:

Soluble in alcohol and oils. Almost insoluble in water.

Molecular Weight:

148.20 g/mol

Boiling Point:

216 °C

Specific Gravity:            

0.965 – 0.985 @ 20°C

Refractive Index:

1.510 – 1.530 @ 20°C

Optical Rotation:

-1.0 – +1.0 @ 20°C

Assay Purity:

>99 %

Acid Value:

≤ 1.0 %

Flash Point:

81 °C

 

5. Fire/Explosion Hazard:

Flash Point: 81 °C

Flammable liquid and vapor. Will ignite if moderately heated.

 

6. Reactivity/Stability Data:

Reactivity: Stable.  Avoid strong oxidants.

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

 

7. Toxicological Properties/Information:

May cause eye and skin irritation and possible respiratory tract irritation.

Oral (rat) LD50 >1230 mg kg-1
Oral (mouse) LD50 >1250 mg kg-1
Intra-peritoneal (rat) LD50 >1030 mg kg-1

Estragole is known to be carcinogenic and genotoxic. Avoid if pregnant and in children.

 

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:

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: 8th 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, 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: Methyl Chavicol

Product No: 28008

Lot No: 28008-01

 

 

Specifications:

Results:

Appearance:                   

Colorless clear liquid.

Complies

Odor:                              

Characteristic aromatic anise-like odor.

Complies

Solubility:

Soluble in alcohol and oils. Almost insoluble in water.

Complies

Specific Gravity:            

0.965 – 0.985 @ 20°C

Complies

Refractive Index:

1.510 – 1.530 @ 20°C

Complies

Optical Rotation:

-1.0 – +1.0 @ 20°C

Complies

Assay Purity:

>99 %

Complies

Acid Value:

≤ 1.0 %

Complies