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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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Rue Oil |
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Botanical Name:
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Ruta graveolens |
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Synonyms: |
Ruta altera, Ruta
hortensis, Ruta officinalis |
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INCI Name: |
Ruta graveolens (rue) oil |
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CAS #: |
8014-29-7 |
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Country of |
Spain |
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2. Classification: |
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Chemical Identification: Oils, rue UN No. 1169: Liquid aromatic extract. Packaging Group: III Class: 3 HMIS Classification: Health 1; Flammability 2; Physical 0; Personal Protection B 24 HOUR EMERGENCY
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3. Hazardous
Ingredients Information: |
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Toxic. EU Directive Classification Xi R36 & R26 (irritating to eyes) |
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4. Physical &
Chemical Properties: |
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Appearance: |
Pale yellow to orangish-amber viscous liquid. |
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Odor: |
Characteristic unpleasant fatty odor. |
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Solubility: |
Soluble in alcohol and
oils. Insoluble in water. |
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Specific Gravity: |
0.820 – 0.840 @ 20°C |
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Optical Rotation: |
0.0 – +5 @ 20°C |
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Refractive Index: |
1.425 – 1.435 @ 20°C |
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2-undecanone: |
30 – 60 % |
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2-Nonanone: |
25 – 15 % |
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2-Nonyl Acetate: |
15 – 10 % |
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Extraction Method: |
Steam distillation of leaves and terminal branches. |
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Contents: |
2-nonanone, 2-nonyl acetate, 2-undecanone, 2-butanone, bergaptene, furanocoumarins, xanthotoxine, methyl anthranilate, anethol glycol, limonene,
pinene, cuminaldehyde, cineole, methyl ethyl carbinol. |
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Flash Point: |
45 °C |
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5. Fire/Explosion
Hazard: |
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Flash Point: 45 °C 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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Rue oil is toxic and a skin and mucus membrane irritant – when applied to skin will cause burning sensation with redness or blisters due to the presence of furanocoumarins (sensitize the skin to light – phototoxic). An abortifacient and a neurotoxin – as such should use if pregnant as it may induce abortions. |
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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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10. Individual
Protection: |
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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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11. Preparation Information: |
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Quality Assurance New Directions Aromatics Inc. Brampton ON, L7A 1C5 Revision Date: 20th 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:
Rue Essential Oil |
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Product
No: 11216 |
Lot
No: 11216-A02 |
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Specifications: |
Results: |
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Appearance: |
Yellow to orangish amber viscous liquid. |
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Odor:
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Characteristic unpleasant fatty odor. |
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Solubility: |
Soluble in alcohol and
oils. Insoluble in water. |
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Specific Gravity: |
0.820 – 0.840 @ 20°C |
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Optical Rotation: |
0.0 – +5 @ 20°C |
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Refractive Index: |
1.425 – 1.435 @ 20°C |
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