MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET

 

1. Product Identification:

Product Name:                

Peppermint Oil – Organic

Botanical Name:            

Mentha arvensis

Synonyms:

M. arvensis var. piperascens, Mentha austriaca, Mentha arvensis L.

INCI Name:

Mentha arvensis leaf oil

CAS #:                           

68917-18-0 USA / 90063-97-1 EU

County of Origin:          

India

 

2. Classification:

Chemical Identification: Oil, cornmint

FEMA No:  4219                         EINECS NO:  290-058-5                          HS CODE:  330125  

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3. Hazardous Ingredients Information:

Menthol.

 

4. Physical & Chemical Properties:

Appearance:                   

Colorless to pale yellow liquid.

Odor:                              

Characteristic menthol–like odor.

Solubility:

Soluble in alcohol and oils. Insoluble in water.

Specific Gravity:            

0.888 – 0.910 @ 20°C

Optical Rotation:            

-42 – -15 @ 20°C

Refractive Index:             

1.454 – 1.470 @ 20°C

Menthol:

30 – 45 %

Menthone:

17 – 35 %

Isomenthone:

12 – 20 %

Extraction Method:

Steam distillation of the herb.

Main Contents:

Menthol, menthone, menthyl acetate, limonene, neomenthol,

isomenthone.

Flash Point:

 65°C

 

5. Fire/Explosion Hazard:

Flash Point:  65°C

Combustible liquid. Will ignite if moderately heated.

 

6. Reactivity/Stability Data:

Reactivity: Stable. Avoid contact with strong oxidizers, phenol, chloral hydrate, betanaphthol and resorcinol or thymol titrations.

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

 

7. Toxicological Properties/Information:

Oral (rat), LD50 = 2426 mg/kg

Skin (rabbit), LD50 >5 g/kg

Slightly hazardous to the skin (irritant), eyes and respiratory tract. May also cause allergic dermatitis. In case of eye contact, may cause loss of corneal epithelium, corneal infiltration, and release of pigment into anterior chamber with deposits on back of cornea. Possible mutagen.

 

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.

Note: This product is sensitive to light.

 

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 and Bulk 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: 15th April 2008

 

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: Peppermint Organic

Product No: 39012

Lot No: 39012-A01

 

 

Specifications:

Results:

Appearance:                   

Colorless to pale yellow liquid.

Complies

Odor:                               

Characteristic arvensis menthol–like odor.

Complies

Solubility:

Soluble in alcohol and oils. Insoluble in water.

Complies

Specific Gravity:            

0.880 – 0.910 @ 25°C

Complies

Optical Rotation:            

-42 – -15 @ 25°C

Complies

Refractive Index:            

1.454 – 1.470 @ 25°C

Complies