MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
1. Product Identification:
Product Name:	Turmeric Oil
Botanical Name:	Curcuma longa L.
Synonyms:	Curcuma domestica Valeton, Curcuma aromatica Salisbury
INCI Name:	Curcuma longa (turmeric) root extract
CAS #:	8024-37-1
County of Origin:	India
2. Classification:
Chemical Identification: Oil, Turmeric UN No. 2319: Terpene hydrocarbons, n.o.s. Packaging Group: III Class: 3 24 HOUR EMERGENCY TELEPHONE NUMBER: (613)-996-6666 CANUTEC
3. Hazardous Ingredients Information:
Curcumin.
4. Physical & Chemical Properties:
Appearance:	Pale yellow to reddish-brown oily liquid.
Odor:	Characteristic warm, spicy turmeric odor.
Solubility:	Soluble in alcohol and oils. Insoluble in water.
Specific Gravity:	0.930 – 0.960 @ 25°C
Optical Rotation:	-9 – -21 @ 20°C
Refractive Index:	1.480 – 1.510 @ 25°C
Turmerone:	> 30 %
ar-Turmerone:	<25 %
Zingiberone:	<25 %
Curcumin:	3 – 4 %
Extraction Method:	Steam distillation of the fresh or dried crushed rhizomes.
Contents:	Turmerone, ar-turmerone, anlatone, zingiberone, and conjugated diarylheptanoids (1,7-diarylhepta-1,6-diene-3,5-diones e.g. curcumin), 1-cyclo-isoprenemyrcene
Flash Point:	60 °C
5. Fire/Explosion Hazard:
Flash Point: 60 °C Flammable 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:
Not to be used if suffering from acute jaundice and hepatitis, obstruction of the bile duct or gallstones, fever or inflammation and during pregnancy. At doses higher than oral (rat), LD50 = 100 mg/kg, curcumin may be ulcerogenic.
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 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: April 21, 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: Turmeric Essential Oil
Product No: 11148		Lot No: 11148-A05 ( - B05)
	Specifications:	Results:
Appearance:	Pale yellow to reddish-brown oily liquid.	Complies
Odor:	Characteristic warm, spicy turmeric odor.	Complies
Solubility:	Soluble in alcohol and oils. Insoluble in water.	Complies
Specific Gravity:	0.930 – 0.960 @ 25°C	Complies
Optical Rotation:	-9 – -21 @ 25°C	Complies
Refractive Index:	1.480 – 1.510 @ 25°C	Complies
Turmerone:	> 30 %	Complies

CERTIFICATE OF ANALYSIS
Product: Turmeric Essential Oil
Product No: 11148		Lot No: 11148-B04
	Specifications:	Results:
Appearance:	Pale yellow to reddish-brown oily liquid.	Complies
Odor:	Characteristic warm, spicy turmeric odor.	Complies
Solubility:	Soluble in alcohol and oils. Insoluble in water.	Complies
Specific Gravity:	0.940 – 0.960 @ 25°C	Complies
Optical Rotation:	-9 – -21 @ 25°C	Complies
Refractive Index:	1.480 – 1.500 @ 25°C	Complies
Turmerone:	> 30 %	Complies