MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET

 

1. Product Identification:

Product Name:                

Nutmeg Oil

Botanical Name:            

Myristica fragrans

Synonyms:

Myristica fragrans HOUTT., Myristica officinalis L.f.

INCI Name:

Myristica fragrans (nutmeg) kernel oil

CAS #:                           

8008-45-5

Country of Origin:          

Indonesia

 

2. Classification:

Chemical Identification: Oils, nutmeg

UN No. 1169: Liquid aromatic extract.

Packaging Group: III

Class: 3

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3. Hazardous Ingredients Information:

Slightly hazardous.

 

4. Physical & Chemical Properties:

Appearance:                   

Colorless to pale yellow liquid.

Odor:                              

Characteristic nutmeg odor.

Solubility:

Soluble in alcohol and oils. Insoluble in water.

Specific Gravity:            

0.860 – 0.890 @ 20°C

Optical Rotation:            

+25 – +45 @ 20°C

Refractive Index:            

1.470 – 1.477 @ 20°C

Volatilation Residues:

2.0 – 2.5 %

Fatty Oil:

Negative

Terpene Hydrocarbons:

60 – 80 %

Terpene Derivatives:

5 – 15 %

Phenylpropanoids:

15 – 20 %

Myristicin:

3.5 – 4 %

Extraction Method:

Steam distillation of the dried kernels.

Contents:

Terpene hydrocarbons – p-cyenene, camphene, myrcene, terpinene,

limonene, phellandrene.

Terpene derivatives – linalool, geraniol, terpineol.

Phenylpropanoids – myristicin, elemicin, safrol, eugenol

Flash Point:

40 °C

 

5. Fire/Explosion Hazard:

Flash Point: 40 °C

Flammable liquid. Will ignite if moderately heated.

 

6. Reactivity/Stability Data:

Reactivity: Stable.

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

 

7. Toxicological Properties/Information:

Liquid may irritate eyes and skin. Phototoxic.

 

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: February 17, 2010.

 

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: Nutmeg Essential Oil

Product No: 11101

Lot No: 11101-A08

 

 

Specifications:

Results:

Appearance:                   

Colorless to pale yellow liquid.

Complies

Odor:                              

Characteristic nutmeg odor.

Complies

Solubility:

Soluble in alcohol and oils. Insoluble in water.

Complies

Specific Gravity:            

0.860 – 0.890 @ 20°C

Complies

Optical Rotation:            

+25 – +45 @ 20°C

Complies

Refractive Index:            

1.470 – 1.477 @ 20°C

Complies

Manufacture Date:

January 2010

 

Expiry Date:

January 2012