MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET

 

1. Product Identification:

Product Name:                

Spinach Absolute

Botanical Name:            

Spinacia oleracea Absolute

Synonyms:

Spinach

Country of Origin:          

Egypt

 

2. Classification:

Chemical Identification: Spinach

Chemical Class:  Biological Product

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3. Hazardous Ingredients Information:

Component                                             CAS No:                       EINECS No:

trans-2-hexenol                                     928-95-0                                 n/a

trans-2-hexenal                                     6728-26-3                               n/a

phytol                                                    150-86-7                           205-776-6

4-vinlyguaiacol                                     7786-61-0                         232-101-2

Cis-3-hexenol                                       928-96-1                           213-192-8

1-penten-3-ol                                        616-25-1                                  n/a

 

4. Physical & Chemical Properties:

Appearance:                   

Dark brown viscous liquid.

Odor:                              

Characteristic green leafy odor.

Solubility:

Soluble in Ethanol. Insoluble in water.

Specific Gravity:            

0.900 – 1.150 @ 20.00 °C

Refractive index:                     

1.474 – 1.496 @ 20.00 °C.

Extraction Method:

Solvent extraction from fresh spinach.

Contents:

Trans-2-hexenol, trans-2-hexenal, phytol, 4-vinylguaiacol

 

5. Fire/Explosion Hazard:

Flammable liquid: NO. Material is not pyrophoric, does not react with water. Not an oxygen donor. Material is shock stable.

 

6. Reactivity/Stability Data:

Reactivity: Normally Stable. Always avoid contact with strong oxidizing agents.

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

 

7. Toxicological Properties/Information:

Not available.

 

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, fog 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. Do not expose to temperatures over 35 °C.

 

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 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: 19th June, 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: Spinach Absolute

Product No:  12008

lot no:  12008-A02

                   

 

Specifications:

Results:

Appearance:                   

Dark brown viscous liquid.

Complies

Odor:                              

Green, leafy odor.

Complies

Solubility:

Soluble in alcohol. Insoluble in water.

Complies

Specific Gravity:            

0.900 @ 20 °C

Complies

Refractive Index:

1.474 @ 20 °C

Complies