MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET

 

1. Product Identification:

Product Name:                

Hemlock Black Absolute

Botanical Name:            

Picea nigra (mariana)

CAS #:                           

8008-80-8

Country of Origin:          

Canada

2. Classification:

UN No. 1169: Extracts, Aromatic, Liquid    Class 3,   Packing Group,  III  Label 3

EINECS# 294-420-3  FEMA# 3034   WHMIS :  D2B/B3

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

         

3. Hazardous Ingredients Information:

Not established.

 

4. Physical & Chemical Properties:

Appearance:                   

Colourless to pale yellow liquid.

Odor:                              

Characteristic aroma.

Solubility:

Soluble in ethyl alcohol. Insoluble in water.

Specific Gravity:

0.885 – 0.930 @ 25 Deg. C

 

1.450 – 1.490 @ 20 deg. Deg C

Extraction Method:

Solvent extraction of the needles and twigs.

%Alcohol:

 

1.32%

5. Fire/Explosion Hazard:

Flash Point:  42 °C  closed cup

Combustible liquid. Will ignite if moderately heated.

 

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:

May be irritating to eyes and ski.

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, well ventilated area protected in tightly closed container away from sources of ignition, heat and light or direct sunlight. Keep air contact to minimum.

 

9.0. 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.

 

10. Individual Protection for Industrial Use:

Always use a safety goggles.

Handle in a well ventilated area, and avoid breathing in vapor directly by using a vapor respirator.

Always avoid skin contact with concentrated product by wearing a lab overall and chemical resistant or surgical gloves.

 

11. Preparation Information:

Quality Assurance

New Directions Aromatics Inc.

21-B Regan Road,

Brampton, ON

L7A 1C5, Canada                                                                          

 

Date Revised: December 8, 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, 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: Hemlock Black  Absolute

 

 

Product No: 12033

Lot No: 12033-A01

 

 

Specifications:

Results:

Appearance:                   

Colourless to pale yellow liquid.

Complies

Odor:                              

Characteristic odor.

Complies

Solubility:

 

Specific Gravity:

 

Refractive Index:

 

 

Soluble in alcohol. Insoluble in water.

 

0.9019 @ 25°C

 

 1.470 @ 20°C

Complies

Complies

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