MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET

 

1. Product Identification:

Product Name:               

Vetiver Oil – Organic

Botanical Name:            

Vetiveria zizaniodes stapf.

Synonyms:

Ceylon organic vetiver

INCI Name:                   

Vetiveria zizaniodes stapf. oil

CAS #:                           

N/A

Country of Origin:           

Sri Lanka

 

2. Classification:

Chemical Identification: Oils, vetiver

UN No. 1169: Extracts, Aromatic, Liquid   

NFPA Classification: NF    DOT Classification: NF    Stability: Stable  

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3. Hazardous Ingredients Information:

N/A

 

4. Physical & Chemical Properties:

Appearance:                   

Colorless to very pale yellow clear liquid.

Odor:                               

Characteristic sweet somewhat spicy odor.

Solubility:

Soluble in alcohol and oils. Insoluble in water.

Boiling Point:

185 – 190 °C

Specific Gravity:            

0.984 – 1.035 @ 20°C

Optical Rotation:            

+17.0 - +46.0 @ 20°C

Refractive Index:            

1.521 – 1.526 @ 20°C

Extraction Method:

Steam distillation of the roots.

Contents:

b-vetivenene, khusimol, iso-valencenol, a-vativon, zizanoic acid.

Flash Point:

93.3 °C

 

5. Fire/Explosion Hazard:

Flash Point: 93.3 °C      Combustible liquid.

 

6. Reactivity/Stability Data:

Reactivity: Stable at room temperature. Always avoid contact with strong oxidizing agents, alkali and acids. Does not react with water.

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:

Liquid may be irritating to skin and eyes. Repeated contact may cause allergic skin reaction.

Prolonged contact/inhalation may have serious health effects.

 

8. CAUTION:

Use a fragrance on skin in less then 1% concentration.

 

9. 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.

 

10. First Aid Measures:

Eye contact: Flush with water for at least 15 minutes. Call physician if irritation persists.

Inhalation: Remove to fresh air.

Ingestion: Rinse mouth and consult a physician.

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. Other Regulatory Information:

WHMIS (Canada):

Class B3 – Combustible liquid with flash point between 37.8°C (100°F) and 93.3°C (200°F).

Risk Phrases:  R22 – Harmful if swallow.  R36/38 – Irritating to eyes/skin.

 

13. Preparation Information:

Quality Assurance

New Directions Aromatics Inc.

Brampton ON L7A 1C5

 

Date Revised: February 11, 2009


Disclaimer
The information contained in this Certificate of Analysis and Material Safety Data Sheet is 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: Vetiver Essential Oil – Organic

Product No:

 

 

 

Specifications:

Results:

Appearance:                   

Light to dark brown liquid.

Complies

Odor:                              

Fresh characteristic odor.

Complies

Solubility:

Soluble in alcohol and oils. Insoluble in water.

Complies

Specific Gravity:            

0.984 – 1.035 @ 20 deg. C

Complies

Optical Rotation:            

+17 - +46 @ 20 deg. C

Complies

Refractive Index:             

1.521 – 1.526 @ 20 deg. C

Complies