MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET

 

1. Product Identification:

Product Name:                

Spikenard Oil

Botanical Name:            

Nardostachys jatamansi

Synonyms:

Nardostachys grandiflora, Nardus indica, Patrinia jatamansi, Valeriana jatamansi, Valeriana wallichii,  Nardostachys chinensis, Nardostachys gracilis

INCI Name:

Nardostachys chinensis root oil

CAS #:                           

8022-22-8

Country of Origin:          

Nepal

 

2. Classification:

Chemical Identification: Oil, spikenard

UN No. 2319: Terpene hydrocarbons, n.o.s.

Packaging Group: III             

Class: 3

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3. Hazardous Ingredients Information:

Carvacrol.

 

4. Physical & Chemical Properties:

Appearance:                    

Golden yellow to greenish color slightly viscous liquid.

Odor:                              

Characteristic earthy pleasant woody odor.

Solubility:

Soluble in alcohol and oils. Insoluble in water.

Specific Gravity:            

0.930 – 0.98 @ 20°C

Optical Rotation:            

-12.0 – -8.0 @ 20°C

Refractive Index:            

1.500 – 1.545 @ 20°C

Gurjunene:

30 – 65 %

Patchoulene:

10 – 30 %

Maaliene:

5.0 – 18 %

Extraction Method:

Steam distillation of the dried root.

Contents:

Gurjunene, patchoulene, maaliene, aristolone, patchouli alcohol, seychellene, nardol, nardostachone, camphene, pinene, limonene

Flash Point:

85 °C

 

5. Fire/Explosion Hazard:

Flash Point: 85 °C

Flammable liquid. Will ignite if moderately heated.

 

6. Reactivity/Stability Data:

Reactivity: Stable.

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

 

7. Toxicological Properties/Information:

Liquid may irritate skin and eyes.

Should be avoided during pregnancy.

 

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:

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: 5th July 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: Spikenard Essential Oil

Product No: 11134

Lot No: 11134-A04

 

 

Specifications:

Results:

Appearance:                   

Yellow to golden yellow color slightly viscous liquid.

Complies

Odor:                              

Characteristic earthy harsh woody odor.

Complies

Solubility:

Soluble in alcohol and oils. Insoluble in water.

Complies

Specific Gravity:            

0.930 – 0.980 @ 20°C

Complies

Optical Rotation:            

-12.0 – -8.0 @ 20°C

Complies

Refractive Index:            

1.505 – 1.545 @ 20°C

Complies

 

 

CERTIFICATE OF ANALYSIS

 

Product: Spikenard Essential Oil

Product No: 11134

Lot No: 11134-A03

 

 

Specifications:

Results:

Appearance:                   

Golden yellow to greenish yellow

color slightly viscous liquid.

Complies

Odor:                              

Characteristic earthy pleasant woody odor.

Complies

Solubility:

Soluble in alcohol and oils. Insoluble in water.

Complies

Specific Gravity:            

0.930 – 0.959 @ 20°C

Complies

Refractive Index:             

1.500 – 1.545 @ 20°C

Complies