MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
1. Product Identification:
Product Name:	Pepper Black Oil - Organic
Botanical Name:	Piper nigrum
Synonyms:	Piper nigrum L., Piper nigrum (LINN.)
INCI Name:	Piper nigrum (pepper) seed oil
CAS #:	8006-82-4
Country of Origin:	Sri Lanka
2. Classification:
Chemical Identification: Oils, pepper UN No. 1169: Liquid aromatic extract. Packaging Group: III Class: 3 24 HOUR EMERGENCY TELEPHONE NUMBER: (613)-996-6666 CANUTEC
3. Hazardous Ingredients Information:
Slightly hazardous.
4. Physical & Chemical Properties:
Appearance:	Colorless to bluish green liquid.
Odor:	Characteristic spicy pepper odor.
Solubility:	Soluble in alcohol and oils. Insoluble in water.
Specific Gravity:	0.853 – 0.907 @ 25 Deg. C
Optical Rotation:	-1.0 – -26 @ 25°C
Refractive Index:	1.478 – 1.488 @ 25 Deg. C
α -Phellandrene:	5 – 25 %
ß-Caryophyllene:	10 – 25 %
Limonene:	8.0 – 15 %
ß-Pinene:	8.0 – 14 %
α-Pinene:	6.0 – 15 %
Extraction Method:	Steam distillation of the dried berries.
Contents:	α-pinene, ß-pinene, 1-α -phellandrene, ß-caryophyllene, limonene and sabine-delta-3-carene.
Flash Point:	82.3 °C
5. Fire/Explosion Hazard:
Flash Point: 82.3 °C Combustible 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:
Black pepper oil may cause irritation to sensitive skins and using too much could over-stimulate the kidneys and should be avoided in pregnancy due to its possible skin sensitizing effect.
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 for Industrial Use:
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: October 5, 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: Pepper Black Essential Oil
Product No: 50020		Lot No: 50020-A01
	Specifications:	Results:
Appearance:	Colorless to bluish green liquid.	Complies
Odor:	Characteristic spicy pepper odor.	Complies
Solubility:	Soluble in alcohol and oils. Insoluble in water.	Complies
Specific Gravity:	0.853 – 0.907 @ 25 Deg. C	Complies
Optical Rotation:	-1.0 – -26 @ 25°C	Complies
Refractive Index:	1.478 – 1.488 @ 25 Deg. C	Complies