MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
1. Product Identification:
Product Name: Pepper (Black) Oil
Botanical Name: Piper nigrum
Synonyms: Piper nigrum L., Piper nigrum (LINN.)
INCI Name: Piper nigrum (pepper) seed oil
CAS #: 8006-82-4
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of Origin:
2. Classification:
Chemical Identification: Oils, pepper
UN No. 1169: Liquid aromatic extract.
Packaging Group: III
Class: 3
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3. Hazardous Ingredients Information:
Slightly hazardous.
4. Physical & Chemical Properties:
Appearance: Colorless to bluish green liquid.
Odor: Characteristic spicy pepper odor.
Solubility: Soluble in alcohol and oils. Insoluble in water.
Specific Gravity: 0.853 – 0.880 @ 25 Deg. C
Optical Rotation: -1.0 – -26 @ 20°C
Refractive Index: 1.478 – 1.488 @ 25 Deg. C
α -Phellandrene: 15 – 25 %
ß-Caryophyllene: 12 – 18 %
Limonene: 8.0 – 13 %
ß-Pinene: 8.0 – 14 %
α-Pinene: 6.0 – 10 %
Extraction Method: Steam distillation of the dried berries.
Contents: α-pinene, ß-pinene, 1-α -phellandrene, ß-caryophyllene, limonene and
sabine-delta-3-carene.
Pungency: Piperine, the trans, trans form of 1-piperoylpiperidine.
Flash Point: 54 °C
5. Fire/Explosion Hazard:
Flash Point: 54 °C
Combustible liquid. Will ignite if moderately heated.
6. Reactivity/Stability Data:
Reactivity: Stable.
Decomposition: When heated to decomposition produces toxic fumes/carbon monoxide smoke.
7. Toxicological Properties/Information:
Black pepper oil may cause irritation to sensitive skins and using too much could over-stimulate the kidneys and should be avoided in pregnancy due to its possible skin sensitizing effect.
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:
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Revision Date: December 09, 2012
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WFMED expressly disclaims responsibility as to the ordinary or otherwise use(s). Furthermore, WFMED as to the fitness for any use should consider nothing container herein as a recommendation. The liability of WFMED is limited to the value of the goods and does not include any consequential loss.