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MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET |
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1. Product
Identification: |
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Product Name:
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Origanum oil |
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Botanical Name:
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Origanum vulgare
L. |
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Synonyms: |
Origanum vulgare L. ssp. gracile (K. Koch) Ietsw., Origanum tyttanthum Gontsch. |
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INCI Name: |
Origanum vulgare leaf oil |
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CAS #: |
8007-11-2 |
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France |
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2. Classification: |
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Chemical Identification: Oils, origanum UN No. 1169: Liquid aromatic extract. Packaging Group: III Class: 3 24 HOUR EMERGENCY
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3. Hazardous
Ingredients Information: |
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Carvacrol – toxic. Risk phrase: R22, R65, R38 |
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4. Physical &
Chemical Properties: |
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Appearance: |
Light yellow to reddish yellow liquid. |
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Odor: |
Characteristic pungent warm spicy odor. |
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Solubility: |
Soluble in alcohol and
oils. Insoluble in water. |
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Specific Gravity: |
0.9350 – 0.9710 @ 20°C |
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Optical Rotation: |
-5.0 – +5.0 @ 20°C |
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Refractive Index: |
1.508 – 1.5200 @ 20°C |
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Carvacrol: |
75 – 90 % |
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Thymol: |
0.5 – 3.5 % |
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Acid Value:: |
< 1.0 |
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Extraction Method: |
Steam distillation of the herb. |
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Contents: |
Carvacrol, thymol, limonene, terpinene, ocimene,
caryophyllene, ß-bisabolene, p-cymene,
linalool, 4-terpineol |
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Flash Point: |
61 °C closed cup |
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5. Fire/Explosion
Hazard: |
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Flash Point: 61 °C closed cup Flammable liquid. Will ignite if moderately heated. |
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6. Reactivity/Stability
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Reactivity: Stable. |
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Decomposition: When heated to decomposition produces toxic fumes/carbon monoxide smoke. |
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7. Toxicological
Properties/Information: |
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Acute Oral (rats), LD50 > 1850 mg/kg Acute Dermal (rabbits), LD50 > 320 mg/kg Very hazardous in case of eye contact (irritant) - Inflammation of the eye is characterized by redness, watering, and itching. Mucus membrane irritant. Hazardous in case of skin contact (irritant, permeator), ingestion and inhalation – skin irritant. Severe over-exposure can result in death.
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8. Preventive Data:
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Spillage: Absorb spills, cover with an inert, non-combustible, inorganic absorbent material, and remove to an approved disposal container. |
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Fire: Recommended extinguishing media – CO2, foam and dry chemicals. DO NOT use direct water jet on burning material. |
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Environment: Keep away from drains, surface and ground water. |
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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. |
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9. First Aid
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Eye contact: Flush with water for at least 15 minutes. Call physician if irritation persists. |
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Inhalation: Remove to fresh air. Avoid casual breathing. |
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Ingestion: Rinse mouth and consult a physician immediately. Never-give anything by mouth if victim is unconscious, is rapidly-losing consciousness, or is convulsing. |
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Skin contact: Remove contaminated clothing. Wash with soap and plenty of water. |
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11. Individual
Protection for Industrial and Bulk Use: |
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Use safety glasses. Avoid breathing in product by ensuring good ventilation when handling. Avoid skin contact by using chemical resistant gloves. |
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12. Preparation Information: |
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Quality Assurance New Directions Aromatics Inc. L7A 1C5 Revision Date: 21st May 2008 |
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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. |
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CERTIFICATE OF ANALYSIS |
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Product:
Origanum Essential Oil |
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Product
No: 11106 |
Lot
No. 11106-A06 |
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Specifications: |
Results: |
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Appearance: |
Light yellow liquid. |
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Odor:
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Characteristic pungent warm spicy odor. |
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Solubility: |
Soluble in alcohol and oils. Insoluble in water. |
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Specific Gravity: |
0.9510 – 0.9710 @ 20°C |
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Optical Rotation: |
-5.0 – +5.0 @ 20°C |
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Refractive Index: |
1.5160 – 1.5200 @ 20°C |
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Carvacrol & Thymol: Retest Date: |
75 - 90 % April 2010 |
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