MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET

1. Product Identification:

Product Name:                

Rosemary Oil – (Tunisia)

Botanical Name:            

Rosmarinus officinalis L.

Synonyms:

Rosmarinus officinalis c.t. cineole

INCI Name:

Rosmarinus officinalis (rosemary) leaf oil

CAS #:                           

84604-14-8

County of Origin:          

Tunisia

 

2. Classification:

Chemical Identification: Oils, rosemary

UN No. 1993: Liquid aromatic extract.   Packaging Group: III       Class: 3

EINECS:  283-291-9               FEMA:  2992

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3. Hazardous Ingredients Information:

Cineole (10-60 %) and camphor (10-50%)   CAS No:  470-82-6,76-22-2, 464-49-3

 

4. Physical & Chemical Properties:

Appearance:                   

Pale yellow liquid.

Odor:                              

Characteristic camphorous herbaceous odor.

Solubility:

Soluble in alcohol and oils. Insoluble in water.

Specific Gravity:            

0.890 – 0.916 @ 20°C

Optical Rotation:            

-5.0 – +5 @ 20°C

Refractive Index:            

1.460 – 1.474 @ 20°C

1,8-Cineol:

Up to 60 %

Camphor:

10 – 50 %

α-Pinene:

Up to 30 %

Extraction Method:

Steam distillation of the dried herb.

Contents:

1,8-cineole, camphor, borneol, bornyl acetate, α-pinene, ß-pinene,

camphene, phellendrene, terpinene, terpineol,

Flash Point:

40 – 43 °C (closed cup)

 

5. Fire/Explosion Hazard:

Flash Point: 40 – 43 °C (closed cup)  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:

Oral (rats), LD50 = 5 g/kg

May be irritating to skin and eyes. Should avoid if you are suffering from epilepsy or high blood pressure and if you are pregnant or trying to conceive.

Have traditionally been thought to be abortifacient and is a known emmenagogue. Recent studies showed that rosemary extract may slightly decrease the likelihood of conception but do not necessarily interfere with normal development of the fetus after implantation.

Lemonica, I.P., et al., Study of the embryotoxic effects of an extract of rosemary (Rosmarinus officinalis L.), Braz J Med Biol Res (1996), 29(2), p 223-227

 

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:

Quality Assurance

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Revision Date: June 14, 2012

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Please note, the International Federation of Aromatherapists do not recommend that Essential Oils be taken internally unless under the supervision of a Medical Doctor who is also qualified in clinical Aromatherapy.  In addition, Essential Oils must be properly diluted before use in order to avoid any damages to property or adverse physical effects (including injury or bodily harm).