MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET

 

1. Product Identification:

Product Name:                

Mint Terpenes

Chemical Name:            

(1S,5S)-6,6-dimethyl-2-methylene bicyclo-[3.1.1]-heptane

(1S,5S)-2,6,6-trimethyl bicyclo-[3.1.1]-hept-2-ene (–)-pinene

1-methyl-4-prop-1-en-2-yl-cyclohexene

7-methyl-3-methylene octa-1,6-diene

4-methylene-1-(1-methylethyl)-bicyclo-[3.1.0]-hexane

Molecular Formula:

C10H16

Structural Formulas:

 

 

 

ß-Pinene
 

α-Pinene
 

Sabinene
 

Myrcene
 

Limonene
 
                Chemical structure of (R)-Limonene        Sabinene

 

 

Synonyms:

2-(10)-pinene, nopinene, pseudopinene

2,6,6-trimethylbicyclo-[3.1.1]-2-hept-2-ene, 2-pinene

4-isopropenyl-1-methyl-cyclohexene; DL-limonene; dipentene

7-methyl-3-methylene-1,6-octadiene; beta-myrcene; geraniolene

1-isopropyl-4-methylene bicycle-[3.1.0]-hexane

INCI Name:

ß-Pinene (and) α-Pinene (and) Limonene (and) Myrcene (and) Sabinene

CAS #:                           

127-91-3; 80-56-8; 138-86-3; 123-35-3; 3387-41-5

County of Origin:          

China

 

2. Classification:

Chemical Identification: Terpenes

UN No. 3295: Hydrocarbons, liquid, n.o.s.

Packaging Group: III          Class: 3

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3. Hazardous Ingredients Information:

ß-Pinene, α-Pinene, Limonene, Myrcene and Sabinene

 

4. Physical & Chemical Properties:

Appearance:                   

Colorless clear liquid.

Odor:                              

Characteristic aromatic odor.

Solubility:

Soluble in alcohol and oils. Almost insoluble in water.

Molecular Weight:

136.23 g/mol

Melting Point:

<–50 °C

Boiling Point:

>150 °C

Specific Gravity:            

0.8400 – 0.8650 @ 20°C

Refractive Index:

1.4500 – 1.4750 @ 20°C

Optical Rotation:

-35 – -25 @ 20°C

Assay Purity:

>95 %

Flash Point:

<50 °C

 

5. Fire/Explosion Hazard:

Flash Point: < 50 °C

Flammable liquid and vapor. Will ignite if moderately heated.

 

6. Reactivity/Stability Data:

Reactivity: Generally stable except myrcene. Avoid nitrates, strong oxidizers, alkalis, and acids.

Decomposition: When heated to decomposition produces carbon monoxide smoke.

 

7. Toxicological Properties/Information:

Oral (rat), LD50 = 3700 mg kg-1
Inhalation (rat), LCLO = 625 mg kg-1

Eye, skin and respiratory irritant. Harmful if swallow.

α-Pinene can be absorbed through the skin.

In high concentration, ß-pinene may be destructive to mucus membrane.

Limonene is a possible sensitizer.

 

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.

 

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: Mint Terpenes

Product No: 28009

Lot No: 28009-01

 

 

Specifications:

Results:

Appearance:                    

Colorless clear liquid.

Complies

Odor:                              

Characteristic aromatic odor.

Complies

Solubility:

Soluble in alcohol and oils. Almost insoluble in water.

Complies

Specific Gravity:            

0.8400 – 0.8650 @ 20°C

Complies

Refractive Index:

1.4500 – 1.4750 @ 20°C

Complies

Optical Rotation:

-35 – -25 @ 20°C

Complies

Assay Purity:

>95 %

Complies