I. PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION
Product Name: Menthyl Lactate Chemical Name: Menthyl Lactate
Product Code: 0471157 CAS# 59259-38-0
Formula: C13H24O3 Chemical Family: Ester
Molecular Wt. 228.33
II. HAZARDOUS INGREDIENTS None
III. PHYSICAL/CHEMICAL CHARACTERISTICS
Boiling Point oC: N.Av. Specific Gravity (H20 = 1): N.Ap.
Vapor Pressure (mm Hg): N.Av. Melting Point: 38掳 - 40掳C
Vapor Density (AIR = 1): > 1.0 Evaporation Rate: N.Av.
Solubility in Water: Insoluble
Appearance: White Solid Odor: Cool pleasant mild
peppermint
IV. FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARD DATA
>230 oF
Flashpoint (Method Used)
Lower Flammable Limit (% by Volume) N.Ap.
Upper Flammable Limit (% by Volume) N.Ap.
Extinguishing Media Dry chemical, foam or water
Special Fire Fighting Procedures Self-contained breathing apparatus and protective clothing
should be worn when fighting fires involving chemicals.
Unusual Fire and Explosion Hazards None
V. REACTIVITY DATA
Stability Chemically Stable Conditions to Avoid: N.Ap.
Incompatibility with other Substance Avoid contact with strong oxidizing agents.
(Materials to Avoid)
Hazardous Decomposition or Byproducts N.Av.
Hazardous Polymerization No Conditions to Avoid: N.Ap
VI. HEALTH HAZARD DATA
Routes of Entry Inhalation? [X] Skin Contact? [X] Skin Absorption? [] Ingestion? [X]
Health Hazards (Acute Acute: Irritating to skin and eyes.
and Chronic) Chronic: None reported.
Carcinogenicity NTP? [No] IARC Monographs? [No] OSHA Regulated? [No]
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MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
MENTHYL LACTATE, NATURAL
VII. EMERGENCY AND FIRST AID PROCEDURES
Inhalation Remove from the exposure to fresh air. Contact a physician as necessary. If breathing is
irregular or has stopped, start resuscitation and administer oxygen if available.
Eye Contact Flush immediately with clean water for at least 15 minutes. Contact a physician if
irritation persists.
Skin Contact Remove any contaminated clothing or shoes. Wash affected areas thoroughly with soap
and water. If irritation persists, contact a physician.
Ingestion Give water to dilute. Contact a physician immediately.
VIII. PRECAUTIONS FOR SAFE HANDLING AND USE
Steps to be taken in Eliminate all ignition sources. Ventilate area. Contain spill and recover free
case material is product. Report spill to appropriate authorities if required.
released or spilled.
Waste Disposal Place material into sealed containers and dispose of in accordance with current
Method applicable laws and regulations.
Precautions to be Avoid inhalation and contact with skin and eyes. Good personal hygiene practices
taken in handling should be used. Wash after any contact, before breaks and meals, and at the end of
and storing. the work period. Contaminated clothing and shoes should be cleaned before re-
use. Good manufacturing practices dictate that an eyewash fountain and/or safety
shower should be available in the work area.
Other Precautions: None.
IX. CONTROL MEASURES
None generally required. If desired use NIOSH approved respirator.
Respiratory Protection:
Ventilation: Local exhaust meeting ACGIH criteria as needed.
Protective Gloves: Use chemical resistant gloves.
Protective Eyewear: Use splash goggles or face shield when eye contact might occur.
Other Protective Clothing or Equipment: None required
X. EMERGENCY CONTACT INFORMATION
Emergency Contact Name: INFOTRAC
Contact Number (inside US and Canada): (800) 535-5053
Contact Number (collect outside of US and Canada): (352) 323-3500
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