MATERIAL
SAFETY DATA SHEET
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Product
Name:
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Thyme Oil -
Red |
Botanical
Name:
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Thymus
vulgaris |
Synonyms: |
Thymus
webbianus |
INCI Name: |
Thymus
vulgaris (thyme) oil |
CAS
#:
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8007-46-3 |
Country of
Origin: |
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2.
Classification: |
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Chemical
Identification: Oil, thyme UN No.
1169: Liquid Aromatic Extracts Packaging Group: III
Class:
3 EMERGENCY TELEPHONE
NUMBER: (703) 339-5388 |
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3.
Hazardous Ingredients Information: |
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Thymol and
carvacrol. |
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4. Physical
& Chemical Properties: |
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Appearance:
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Pale yellow to reddish yellow clear
liquid. |
Odor:
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Characteristic thymol odor. |
Solubility: |
Soluble in alcohol and oils. Insoluble in water. |
Specific
Gravity:
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0.905 – 0.930 @ |
Optical
Rotation:
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-0.5 – +5.0 @ |
Refractive
Index:
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1.487 –
1.504 @ |
Thymol: |
20 – 70 % |
p-Cymene: |
Up to 30 % |
Carvacrol: |
5.0 – 25 % |
Extraction
Method: |
Steam
distillation of the leaves. |
Contents: |
Carvacrol, thymol, b-caryophyllene,
borneol, linalool, a-terpinene, p-cymene,
b-pinene, camphene, a-pinene, camphor, gamma terpinene |
Flash Point: |
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5. Fire/Explosion Hazard: |
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Flash Point: Combustible
liquid. Will ignite if moderately heated. |
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6.
Reactivity/Stability Data: |
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Reactivity: Stable. |
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Decomposition: When
heated to decomposition produces toxic fumes and carbon monoxide smoke. |
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7.
Toxicological Properties/Information: |
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Carvacrol
and thymol are phenols and such are potentially toxic – avoid if
pregnant. Irritant to
skin and mucus membranes. |
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8. Preventive Data: |
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Spillage: Absorb
spills, cover with an inert, non-combustible, inorganic absorbent material,
and remove to an approved disposal container. |
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Fire: Recommended extinguishing media – CO2,
foam and dry chemicals. DO NOT use direct water jet on burning material. |
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Environment: Keep away from drains, surface and ground
water. |
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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. |
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9. First Aid Measures: |
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Eye contact: Flush with water for at least 15 minutes.
Call physician if irritation persists. |
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Inhalation: Remove to
fresh air. Avoid casual breathing. |
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Ingestion: Rinse
mouth and consult a physician immediately. Never-give anything by mouth if
victim is unconscious, is rapidly-losing consciousness, or is convulsing. |
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Skin
contact: Remove contaminated clothing. Wash with soap and plenty of water. |
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11. Individual Protection For Industrial Use: |
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Use safety
glasses. Avoid
breathing in product by ensuring good ventilation when handling. Avoid skin
contact by using chemical resistant gloves. |
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12. Preparation Information: |
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Quality
Assurance WFMED 8245 Backlick Road Unit D and V Phone: (703) 339-5388 Fax: (703) 339-1999 Revision Date: 9th January 2012 |
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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. |