MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET

 

1. Product Identification:

Product Name:                

Tangerine Oil – 5 Fold

Botanical Name:            

Citrus reticulata Blanco var tangerina

Synonyms:

Citrus nobilis Andrews var tangerina, Citrus tangerina

INCI Name:

Citrus tangerina (tangerine) peel oil

CAS #:                           

8016-85-1

Country of Origin:          

Italy

 

2. Classification:

Chemical Identification: Oils, tangerine

UN No. 1169: Liquid aromatic extract.

Packaging Group: III

Class: 3

24 HOUR EMERGENCY TELEPHONE NUMBER: (613)-996-6666 CANUTEC

 

3. Hazardous Ingredients Information:

N/A

 

4. Physical & Chemical Properties:

Appearance:                   

Golden yellow to orange liquid.

Odor:                              

Characteristic sweet citrus odor.

Solubility:

Soluble in alcohol and oils. Insoluble in water.

Specific Gravity:            

0.855 – 0.865 @ 20°C

Optical Rotation:            

90 – 110 @ 20°C

Refractive Index:            

1.475 – 1.480 @ 20°C

Limonene:

85 – 90 %

Extraction Method:

Steam distillation of the whole ripe fruit.

Contents:

α -pinene, myrcene, limonene, γ-terpinene, linalool, neryl acetate,

neral, geraniol, geranyl acetate, thymol and carvone.

Flash Point:

46 °C

 

5. Fire/Explosion Hazard:

Flash Point: 46   °C

Flammable liquid. Will ignite if moderately heated.

 

6. Reactivity/Stability Data:

Reactivity: Stable.

Decomposition: Essential oils are naturally high in volatile organic compounds (VOCs).  

When heated to decomposition, the smoke from burning essential oils may contain potential carcinogens, such as polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons (PAHs).

 

7. Toxicological Properties/Information:

It may irritate skin or eyes and cause sensitivity on some individuals.

 

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: 8th May 2006

 

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, nothing contained herein should be considered as a recommendation by New Directions Aromatics as to the fitness for any use.   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: Tangerine Essential Oil – 5 fold

Product No: 11222

Lot No: 11222-02

 

 

Specifications:

Results:

Appearance:                   

Golden yellow to orange liquid.

Complies

Odor:                              

Characteristic sweet citrus odor.

Complies

Solubility:

Soluble in alcohol and oils. Insoluble in water.

Complies

Specific Gravity:            

0.855 – 0.865 @ 20°C

Complies

Optical Rotation:            

90 – 110 @ 20°C

Complies

Refractive Index:            

1.475 – 1.480 @ 20°C

Complies

Limonene:

85 – 90 %

Complies