MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET

 

1. Product Identification:

Product Name:                

Tea Tree Oil - Organic

Botanical Name:            

Melaleuca alternifolia

Synonyms:

Melaleuca linariifolia var. alternifolia, Melaleuca alternifolia Cheel,

Melaleuca dissiflora var. alternifolia

INCI Name:

Melaleuca alternifolia (tea tree) leaf oil

CAS #:                           

68647-73-4

Country of Origin:          

Australia

 

2. Classification:

Chemical Identification: Oil, Tea tree

CAS# 68647-73-4 (CTFA)               85085-48-9 (EU)

EINECS # 285-377-1                        UN #:  2319 Terpene hydrocarbons NOS

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

 

3. Hazardous Ingredients Information:

Terpinen-4-ol and 1,8-cineol.

 

4. Physical & Chemical Properties:

Appearance:                   

Colorless to pale yellow clear liquid.

Odor:                              

Characteristic warm, spicy odor.

Solubility:

Soluble in alcohol and oils. Insoluble in water.

Specific Gravity:            

0.885 – 0.910 @ 20°C

Optical Rotation:            

5.0 – 15 @ 20°C

Refractive Index:            

1.4750 – 1.4820 @ 20°C

Terpinen-4-ol:

30 – 48 %

1,8-Cineol:

Trace – 15 %

γ-Terpinene:

10 – 28 %

α-Terpinene:

5 – 13 %

α-Pinene:

1 – 6 %

Sabinene:

Trace – 3.5 %

Terpinolene:

1.5 – 5 %

Limonene:

0.5 – 4 %

p-Cymene:

0.5 – 12 %

Extraction Method:

Steam distillation of the fresh leaves.

Contents:

Terpinen-4-ol, cineol, terpinene, pinene, sabinene, cymene, limonene,

terpinolene, terpineol, aromadendrene, cadinene, globulol, viridifloral.

Flash Point:

57 °C (Closed Cup)

 

5. Fire/Explosion Hazard:

Flash Point: 57 °C (closed cup)   Combustible liquid. Will ignite if moderately heated.

 

6. Reactivity/Stability Data:

Reactivity: Stable.

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

 

7. Toxicological Properties/Information:

Can cause irritation to skin and eyes. Some persons may experience hypersensitivity since it can be allergenic because of cineol.   Toxic if ingested.

Oral (rat), LD50 = 1.9 g/kg    Dermal (rabbit), LD50 >5 g/kg

 

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: 19th May 2009

 

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: Tea Tree Essential Oil - Organic

 

 

Product No: 50034

Lot No: 50034-A01

 

 

Specifications:

Results:

Appearance:                   

Colorless to pale yellow clear liquid.

Complies

Odor:                              

Characteristic warm, spicy odor.

Complies

Solubility:

Soluble in alcohol and oils. Insoluble in water.

Complies

Specific Gravity:            

0.880 – 0.910 @ 20°C

Complies

Optical Rotation:            

5.0 – 15 @ 20°C

Complies

Refractive Index:            

1.4750 – 1.4820 @ 20°C

Complies

Terpinen-4-ol:

30 – 48 %

Complies

1,8-Cineol:

 

Retest Date:

Trace – 15 %

 

February 2011

Complies