MATERIAL
SAFETY DATA SHEET
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Product Name: |
Geranium Egyptian
Essential Oil |
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Botanical Name: |
Pelargonium graveolens |
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Synonyms: |
Geranium terebinthinaceum,
Pelargonium terebinthinaceum |
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INCI Name: |
Pelargonium graveolens oil |
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CAS #: |
8000-46-2 |
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Country of Origin: |
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SECTION: 1.2 COMPANY
IDENTIFICATION |
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Company: |
WFMED |
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Address: |
8245
Backlick Road Unit D and V |
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Telephone No: |
(703) 339-5388 |
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FAX: |
(703) 339-1999 |
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EMERGENCY TELEPHONE
NUMBER: (703) 339-5388 |
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SECTION: 2. COMPOSITION /
INFORMATION INGREDIENTS |
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Component |
EEC No. |
CAS No. |
Concentration |
Hazard Symbol |
R-phase |
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Citronellol Geraniol |
203-375-0 203-377-1 |
106-22-9 106-24-1 |
25% 15 % |
Xi, N Xi |
R38-51/53 R38 |
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SECTION: 3. HAZARDS
IDENTIFICATION |
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Human Health Hazard: May be irritating to eyes and skin. May cause
sensitization by skin contact. May cause lung damage if swallowed. |
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Environmental Hazard: Information not available. |
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Threshold limits: Not determined. |
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Substance not classified
as dangerous according to rules in Directives 67/548/EEC or 1999/45/EC |
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SECTION: 4. FIRST AID
MEASURES |
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Eye Contact: |
Contact with eyes can produce
burning sensation. Irrigate with water immediately, continue flushing eyes
with water for 15 minutes. Seek medical attention if irritation persists. |
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Inhalation: |
Remove to fresh air. Give oxygen
if breathing is labored and seek medical advice. Avoid casual breathing.
Signs of over exposure are dizziness and nausea. |
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Ingestion: |
Rinse mouth; dilute with milk
or water and consult a physician immediately. Do not induce vomiting. Never-give
anything by mouth if victim is unconscious, is rapidly-losing or is
Convulsing. |
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Skin Contact: |
Skin contact can produce
irritation, or itching of the skin. Remove contaminated clothing |
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SECTION: 5. FIRE FIGHTING
MEASURES |
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Flash Point: |
Combustible liquid. |
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Extinguishing media: |
Carbon Dioxide, dry chemical or
foam. Closed containers may build up pressure at elevated temperature |
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Special Procedures: |
Determine the need to
evacuate or isolate the area according to your local emergency plan. |
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Firefighting Hazards: |
None identified. |
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Protective Equipment: |
Self-contained breathing
apparatus and protective clothing should be worn when fighting fires
involving essential oils or chemicals. |
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Combustion Product: |
Carbon Monoxide, Carbon
Dioxide |
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SECTION: 6. ACCIDENTAL
RELEASE MEASURES |
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Personal Precautions: |
Use of self-contained
breathing apparatus is recommended for any major chemical spill. Refer also
to section 8. |
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Safety Precautions: |
Eliminate all ignition sources.
Ventilate area. Determine the need to Evacuate or isolate the area according
to your local emergency plan. |
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Environmental Precautions:
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Keep away from drains,
surface and ground water. Report spills to appropriate Authorities if required.
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Methods For Cleaning Up: |
Contain and collect with
inert absorbent material and place in suitable container for disposal. Comply
with all federal, state, and local regulation. Wipe small spills with cloth.
Clean with hot water and detergent. |
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SECTION: 7. HANDLING AND
STORAGE |
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Handling: |
Avoid inhalation and contact
with skin and eyes. Good personal hygiene practices should be used. Wash after
any contact, before breaks, meals, and at the end of the work period.
Contaminated clothing and shoes should be cleaned before re-use. |
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Storage: |
Containers should be kept
closed in order to minimize contamination. Store in a cool, dry, well
ventilated place protected from light, extreme temperatures and away from all
sources of ignition. Excessive contact with air may cause oxidation of
material. |
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SECTION: 8. EXPOSURE
CONTROLS AND PERSONAL PROTECTION |
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Eyes Protection: |
The use of safety glasses is
recommended. If a material is to be handled in a manner where splashing may
occur, the use of splash goggles or face shield is recommended |
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Respiratory Protection: |
In well- ventilated areas, respiratory
protection is not normally required. In confined, poorly ventilated areas the
use of "NIOSH" approved respiratory protection normally required
(use only if trained in proper use and with acceptable oxygen level). |
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Protective Gloves: |
Using chemical resistant
gloves is recommended. |
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Protective Clothing: |
Using chemical resistant
clothing is recommended. |
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Protective Equipment: |
An eyewash fountain and / or safety
shower should be available in the work area. Acceptable industrial hygiene
practices should be maintained. |
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Note: |
These precautions are for
room temperature handling. Use at elevated temperature or aerosol / spray
applications may require additional precautions. |
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SECTION: 9. PHYSICAL AND
CHEMICAL PROPERTIES |
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Appearance: |
Yellow to yellow-green
liquid. |
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Odor: |
Characteristic rose like with
minty undertone. |
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Solubility: |
Insoluble in water. Soluble
in alcohol |
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Specific Gravity: |
0.8865 – 0.8960 @ |
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Refractive Index: |
1.463 – 1.471 @ |
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Extraction Method: |
Steam distillation of the
stems and leaves. |
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Melting Point |
N/A |
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Boiling Point |
N/A |
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SECTION: 10. STABILITY AND
REACTIVITY |
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Stability: |
Chemically stable. This
material presents no significant reactivity hazard. |
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Conditions to Avoid: |
Avoid sparks, flame, excessive
heat and other sources of ignition. |
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Materials to Avoid: |
Strong oxidizing agents.
Protect from air |
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Flammability: |
Combustible liquid. |
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Hazardous Polymerization: |
Will not occur. |
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Hazardous Combustion or Decomposition Products: |
None known. When heated to
decomposition produces acid fumes and carbon monoxide smoke. |
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SECTION: 11. TOXICOLOGICAL
INFORMATION |
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Inhalation: |
Inhalation of high concentrations
of vapor may result in irritation of eyes, nose and throat, headache, nausea,
and dizziness. |
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Skin Contact: |
Adverse skin effects should
be prevented by normal care and personal hygiene |
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Eye Contact: |
May irritate eyes. |
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Ingestion: |
Low order toxicity causing
irritation of the stomach and intestines which results in nausea and
vomiting. |
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Medical Conditions
Aggravated by Exposure: |
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May aggravate dermatitis,
psoriasis and other skin conditions. |
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Chronic Toxicity: |
May cause allergic reactions
on skin |
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Carcinogenicity Data: |
None of the components of
this material are listed as a carcinogen. |
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Reproductive Toxicity: |
No adverse effects on
reproduction are known. |
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Acute Toxicity Values: |
No data is currently
available for humans. Oral LD50 >5g/kg |
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SECTION: 12. ECOLOGICAL
INFORMATION |
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There is not known ecological
information for this product. Avoid any pollution of soil, ground, surface or
underground water. |
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SECTION: 13. DISPOSAL
CONSIDERATION |
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Incineration or sanitary landfill
in accordance with local, provincial and federal regulations. Check with
disposal expert to insure compliance |
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SECTION: 14. TRANSPORT
INFORMATION |
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UN No. 1993: Liquid aromatic
extract. Packaging Group: III Class: 3 |
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US DOT Shipping
Description: |
Check appropriate authority |
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IATA Shipping (Air): |
Check appropriate authority |
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IMDG Shipping Description:
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Check appropriate authority |
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SECTION: 15. REGULATORY
INFORMATION |
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WHMIS ( |
B2/D2 |
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HMIS ( |
Health Hazard –NA Fire Hazard
– NA Reactivity –NA |
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SARA 302/ SARA 313: |
None |
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EU Labeling: |
R10-65 |
Flammable. |
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Xn |
Harmful if swallowed. |
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Xi R38 |
Irritating to skin |
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S62 |
Wear suitable protective
clothing, gloves and eye/face protection. |
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CERTIFICATE OF ANALYSIS
Product: |
Geranium Egyptian
Essential Oil |
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11062-A13, B13 |
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Manufacturing Date: |
June 2010 |
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Best Before: |
June 2012 (under recommended
storage conditions) |
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Property |
Specification |
Result |
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Appearance: |
Yellow to yellow-green
liquid. |
Complies |
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Odor: |
Characteristic floral odor. |
Complies |
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Solubility: |
Soluble in alcohol. Insoluble
in water. |
Complies |
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Specific Gravity: |
0.880 – 0.928 @ |
Complies |
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Optical Rotation: |
-20 – +10 @ |
Complies |
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Refractive Index: |
1.455 – 1.480 @ |
Complies |
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Citronellol: |
10 - 40% |
Complies |
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Geraniol: |
5 – 25% |
Complies |
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DISCLAIMER: The information contained in this
Certificate of Analysis is obtained from current and reliable sources. WFMED
provides the information contained herein in good faith but makes no
representation as to its comprehensiveness or accuracy. Individuals receiving
this information must exercise their independent judgment in determining its
appropriateness for a particular purpose. As the ordinary or otherwise use(s)
of this product is outside the control of WFMED, 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. WFMED expressly
disclaims responsibility as to the ordinary or otherwise use(s). Furthermore,
nothing contained herein should be considered as a recommendation by WFMED as
to the fitness for any use. The liability of WFMED is limited to the value of
the goods and does not include any consequential loss. WFMED shall not be
liable for any errors or delays in the content, or for any actions taken in
reliance thereon. WFMED shall not be responsible for any damages resulting
from use of or reliance upon this information. The user of the product is
solely responsible for compliance with all laws and regulations applying to
the use of the products, including intellectual property rights of third
parties. |
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