MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
1. Product Identification:
Product Name:	Peppermint Oil – Supreme
Botanical Name:	Mentha piperita
Synonyms:	Mentha aquatica L. var. crispa, Mentha crispa L., Mentha dumetorum
INCI Name:	Mentha piperita leaf oil
CAS #:	8006-90-4
Country of Origin:	India
2. Classification:
Chemical Identification: Oil, peppermint UN No. 1169: Liquid aromatic extract. Packaging Group: III Class: 3 24 HOUR EMERGENCY TELEPHONE NUMBER: (613)-996-6666 CANUTEC
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:	0.879 – 0.910 @ 20°C
Optical Rotation:	-16 – -30 @ 20°C
Refractive Index:	1.460 – 1.470 @ 20°C
Menthol:	45 – 55 % by g.c.
Menthone:	15 – 32 % by g.c.
Menthyl Acetate:	4.5 – 10 % by g.c.
Extraction Method:	Steam distillation of the herb.
Contents:	Menthol, menthone, menthyl acetate, neomenthol, menthofurane, pulegone, isomenthone and traces of 1,8-cineol, piperitone, linalool, limonene, β-caryophyllene, β-caryophyllene epoxide, camphene, jasmone (imporves oil quality), α-pinene, β-pinene, germacrene D, and β-hexenyl phenylacetate.
Flash Point:	66°C closed cup
5. Fire/Explosion Hazard:
Flash Point: 66°C closed cup 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.
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 Container 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: 31^st October 2007
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 Supreme
Product No: 11114		Lot No: 11114-A08
	Specifications:	Results:
Appearance:	Colorless to pale yellow liquid.	Complies
Odor:	Characteristic menthol–like odor.	Complies
Solubility:	Soluble in alcohol and oils. Insoluble in water.	Complies
Specific Gravity:	0.897 – 0.910 @ 20°C	Complies
Optical Rotation:	-16 – -30 @ 20°C	Complies
Refractive Index:	1.460 – 1.470 @ 20°C	Complies
Menthol:	> 32 % by g.c.	Complies
Menthone:	20 – 25 % by g.c.	Complies
Methyl Acetate:	5.0 – 7.0 % by g.c.	Complies

CERTIFICATE OF ANALYSIS
Product: Peppermint Supreme
Product No: 11114		Lot No: 11114-A09 (-B09) Batch No: 6808
	Specifications:	Results:
Appearance:	Colorless to pale yellow liquid.	Complies
Odor:	Characteristic menthol–like odor.	Complies
Solubility:	Soluble in alcohol and oils. Insoluble in water.	Complies
Specific Gravity:	0.879 – 0.910 @ 20°C	Complies
Optical Rotation:	-16 – -30 @ 20°C	Complies
Refractive Index:	1.460 – 1.470 @ 20°C	Complies
Menthol:	45 – 55 %	Complies
Menthone:	15 – 32 %	Complies
Methyl Acetate:	4.0 – 10 %	Complies