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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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Shea Butter – 100% Natural
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Botanical Name:
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Butyrospermum parkii |
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Synonyms: |
Vitellaria paradoxa C. F. Gaertn. |
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INCI Name: |
Butyrospermum parkii (sheabutter) |
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CAS #: |
91080-23-8 |
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2. Classification: |
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Chemical Identification: Butters, shea UN No. 9277:
Oils, n.o.s. Flash
Point NOT less than 93 °C (200 °F) 24 HOUR EMERGENCY
TELEPHONE NUMBER: |
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3. Hazardous
Ingredients Information: |
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Not hazardous under normal conditions. |
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4. Physical &
Chemical Properties: |
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Appearance: |
Yellow buttery solid. |
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Odor: |
Characteristic mild nutty odor. |
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Solubility: |
Soluble in alcohol and
oils. Insoluble in water. |
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Free Fatty Acids: |
< 3.0 % |
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Peroxide Value: |
< 5.0 |
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Non-Saponifiables: |
< 6.0 |
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Saponification Value: |
170 – 195 |
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Iodine Value: |
58 – 72 |
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Total Saturated: |
39 – 60 |
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Total Monounsaturated: |
40 – 48 |
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Total Polyunsaturated: |
4 – 10 |
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Oleic Acid Content: |
38 – 50 |
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Palmitic Acid Content: |
3 – 9 |
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Linoleic Acid Content: |
2 – 9 |
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Stearic Acid Content: |
34 – 45 |
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Extraction Method: |
Expeller pressed from the seeds. |
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Constituents: |
Palmitate, stearate, oleate, linoleate, linolenate, arachidate. |
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Melting Point: |
28 – 42 °C |
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5. Fire/Explosion
Hazard: |
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Flash Point: > 100 °C |
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6. Reactivity/Stability
Data: |
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Reactivity: Stable. |
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Decomposition: When heated to decomposition produces carbon dioxide and carbon monoxide smoke. |
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7. Toxicological
Properties/Information: |
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None are known. |
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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 – water spray, CO2, foam and dry chemicals. |
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Environment: Keep away from drains, surface and ground water. |
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Storage: Store in cool, dry place in tightly closed container away from sources of heat and light. Keep air contact to minimum. |
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9. First Aid
Measures: |
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Eye contact: Flush with water for at least 15 minutes. |
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Inhalation: Remove to fresh air. |
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Ingestion: Rinse mouth thoroughly. |
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Skin contact: Wash with soap and plenty of water. |
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11. Individual
Protection for Industrial Use: |
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Safety goggles. Gloves. |
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12. Preparation Information: |
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Quality Assurance New Directions Aromatics Inc. Revision Date: August 5, 2010. |
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Disclaimer The information contained in
this Certificate of Analysis and Material Safety Data Sheet is obtained from
current and reliable sources. The information contained herein is true and to
the best of New Directions Aromatics knowledge. Nothing herein should be
interpreted as a recommendation to infringe existing patents or violate any
laws or regulation. Final determination of the suitability of the material is
the sole responsibility of the user. Customers should purchase products from New
Directions Aromatics Inc. with the clear understanding that all products must
be used at the customers own discretion and only after referencing Material
Safety Data Sheets (MSDS) and all other relevant technical information
specific to the product. New Directions Aromatics Inc. shall not be held
responsible for any damages to property or for any adverse physical effects
(including injury or bodily harm) caused by insufficient knowledge or the
improper use of a product. The user of the product is solely responsible for
compliance with all laws and regulations applying to the use of the products,
including intellectual property rights of third parties. As with any manufacturing
process, New Directions Aromatics strongly recommends small lab scale testing
for evaluation purposes prior to full commercial manufacturing. The information on the New Directions
Aromatics Inc. website is obtained from current and reliable sources but
makes no representation as to its comprehensiveness or accuracy. Nothing
contained herein should be considered as a recommendation by New Directions Aromatics
Inc. as to the fitness for any use. 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. The liability of New
Directions Aromatics Inc. is limited to the value of the goods and does not
include any consequential loss. New Directions Aromatics Inc. shall not be
liable for any errors or delays in the content, or for any actions taken in
reliance thereon. Please note, the
International Federation of Aromatherapists do not recommend that Essential
Oils be taken internally unless under the supervision of a Medical Doctor who
is also qualified in clinical Aromatherapy. In addition, Essential Oils
must be properly diluted before use in order to avoid any damages to property
or adverse physical effects (including injury or bodily harm). |
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CERTIFICATE OF ANALYSIS |
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Product:
Shea Butter – 100% Natural ( |
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Product
No: 16020 |
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Specifications: |
Results: |
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Appearance: |
Yellow buttery solid. |
Complies |
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Odor:
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Characteristic odor. |
Complies |
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Solubility: |
Soluble in alcohol and oils. Insoluble in water. |
Complies |
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Free Fatty Acids: |
< 2.0 % |
Complies |
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Saponification Value: |
170 – 195 |
Complies |
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Iodine Value: |
68 – 72 gl/100 g (Wijs) |
Complies |
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CERTIFICATE OF ANALYSIS |
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Product:
Shea Butter – Natural ( |
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Product
No: 16020 |
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Specifications: |
Results: |
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Appearance: |
Yellow buttery solid. |
Complies |
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Odor:
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Characteristic odor. |
Complies |
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Solubility: |
Soluble in alcohol and oils. Insoluble in water. |
Complies |
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Free Fatty Acids: |
< 2.0 % |
Complies |
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Saponification Value: |
170 – 195 |
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Iodine Value: |
68 – 72 gl/100 g (Wijs) |
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CERTIFICATE OF ANALYSIS |
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Product:
Shea Butter – % Natural ( |
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Product
No: 16020 |
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Specifications: |
Results: |
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Appearance: |
Yellow, beige buttery solid. |
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Odor:
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Characteristic odor. |
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Solubility: |
Soluble in alcohol and oils. Insoluble in water. |
Complies |
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Free Fatty Acids: |
< 3.5 % |
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Melting Point: |
30 – 42 deg. C |
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Peroxide Value: Manufacture Date: Expiry Date: |
<5.0 mEq May 2009 May 2011 |
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