MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET

1. Product Identification:

Product Name:                

Thyme Oil - White

Botanical Name:            

Thymus zygis

Synonyms:

Thymus tenuifolius, Serpyllum zygis

INCI Name:

Thymus zygis (thyme) oil

CAS #:                            

8007-46-3

Country of Origin:          

Spain

 

2. Classification:

Chemical Identification: Oil, thyme

UN No. 1169: Liquid Aromatic Extracts

Packaging Group: III             Class: 3

EMERGENCY TELEPHONE NUMBER: (703) 339-5388

 

3. Hazardous Ingredients Information:

Thymol and carvacrol. Risk Phase R38, R65      Security Phase: S62

 

4. Physical & Chemical Properties:

Appearance:                   

Pale yellow to orangish yellow clear liquid.

Odor:                               

Characteristic thymol odor.

Solubility:

Soluble in alcohol and oils. Insoluble in water.

Specific Gravity:            

0.915 – 0.940 @ 20°C

Optical Rotation:            

-3.0 – +1.0  @ 20°C

Refractive Index:            

1.490 – 1.510 @ 20°C

Thymol:

45 – 70 %

p-Cymene:

Up to 30 %

Carvacrol:

5.0 – 25 %

Extraction Method:

Steam distillation of the leaves follow by rectification to increase thymol content to standardization.

Contents:

Carvacrol, thymol, b-caryophyllene, borneol, linalool, a-terpinene,

p-cymene, b-pinene, camphene, a-pinene, camphor, gamma terpinene

Flash Point:

65 °C  closed cup

 

5. Fire/Explosion Hazard:

Flash Point: 65 °C  closed cup

Combustible liquid. Will ignite if moderately heated.

 

6. Reactivity/Stability Data:

Reactivity: Stable.

Decomposition: When heated to decomposition produces toxic fumes and carbon monoxide smoke.

 

7. Toxicological Properties/Information:

Carvacrol and thymol are phenols and such are potentially toxic – avoid if pregnant. 

Irritant to skin and mucus membranes.

 

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 and Bulk 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

WFMED

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Lorton VA 22079

Phone: (703) 339-5388

Fax: (703) 339-1999

Revision Date: October 8, 2012.

 

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 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, 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.