MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET

1. Product Identification:
Product Name:	Ginger Root Oil - Steam
Botanical Name:	Zingiber officinale
Synonyms:	Zingiber officinale Rosc., Amomum zingeber L., Zingiber zingiber (L) Karst., Zingiber officinalis
INCI Name:	Zingiber officinale (ginger) root oil
CAS #:	8007-08-7
Country of Origin:	France
2. Classification:
Chemical Identification: Oils, ginger UN No. 1169: Liquid aromatic extract. Packaging Group: III Class: 3 EMERGENCY TELEPHONE NUMBER: (703) 978-9616
3. Hazardous Ingredients Information:
Slightly hazardous.
4. Physical & Chemical Properties:
Appearance:	Pale yellow to yellow liquid.
Odor:	Characteristic spicy somewhat pungent ginger odor.
Solubility:	Soluble in alcohol and oils. Insoluble in water.
Specific Gravity:	0.870 – 0.895 @ 25°C
Optical Rotation:	-55 – -25 @ 20°C
Refractive Index:	1.480 – 1.498 @ 20°C
Acid Value:	0 – 2
Ester Value:	< 1%
(-) – Zingiberenes:	Up to 70 %
Extraction Method:	Steam distillation of the dried rhizomes/roots.
Contents:	(-)-zingiberenes, (+)-ar-curcumene, ß-sesquiphellandrene, farnesene, ß-bisabolène, and trances of ß-phellandrene, cineol, citral.
Flash Point:	57 °C
5. Fire/Explosion Hazard:
Flash Point: 57 °C Flammable 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:
Liquid may irritate eyes and skin. Phototoxic.
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:
WFMED 8245 Backlick Road Unit D and V Lorton VA 22079 Phone: (703) 339-5388 Fax: (703) 339-1999 Revision Date: April 17, 2012
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CERTIFICATE OF ANALYSIS
Product: Ginger Root Essential Oil - Steam
Product No: 11063		Lot No: 11063-A04
	Specifications:	Results:
Appearance:	Pale yellow to yellow liquid.	Complies
Odor:	Characteristic spicy somewhat pungent ginger odor.	Complies
Solubility:	Soluble in alcohol and oils. Insoluble in water.	Complies
Specific Gravity:	0.870 – 0.895 @ 25°C	Complies
Optical Rotation:	-55 – -25 @ 20°C	Complies
Refractive Index:	1.480 – 1.498 @ 20°C	Complies