MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
1. IDENTIFICATION OF SUBSTANCE/PREPARATION & COMPANY.
PRODUCT NAME: Glycerine (vegetable)
PRODUCT CODE: 70067
SUPPLIER: The Soap Kitchen, 11a South Street, Torrington, Devon, EX38 8AA.
Emergency Tel No: 01805 622944 Emergency Contact: Mr. Richard Phillips.
2. COMPOSITION / INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS.
DEFINITION/BOTANICAL ORIGIN: Single chemical substance, purity at least 99.5%
H-No: CAS No: 56-81-5 Status: Synthetic
CoE No: FEMA: Additives:
FDA: IFRA: Application: aromatherapy, skin care etc
RIFM: EINECS: 2002895 RTECS:
INCI name: Glycerine FCCIV:
3. HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION:
Not a hazardous substance or preparation according to EC directives 67/548/EC
4. FIRST-AID MEASURES:
INHALATION: Remove from exposure site to fresh air. Keep at rest. Obtain medical
attention.
EYE CONTACT: Rinse immediately with plenty of water for at least 15 mins. Contact a doctor if
symptoms persist.
SKIN CONTACT: Remove contaminated clothes. Wash thoroughly with soap & water,
flush with plenty of water. If irritation persists, seek medical advice.
INGESTION: Remove material from mouth. Drink plenty of water. If large amounts
swallowed or symptoms develop, obtain medical attention.
OTHER: When assessing action take Risk & Safety Phrases into account
(Section 15)
5. FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES.
EXTINGUISHING MEDIA Use CO2, Dry Powder or Foam type Extinguishers, spraying
extinguishing media to base of flames. Do not use direct water jet on
RECOMMENDED:
burning material.
SPECIAL MEASURES: During burning, poisonous acrolein may be formed. Avoid vapour
inhalation. Keep away from sources of ignition. Do not smoke. Wear
positive pressure self-contained breathing apparatus & protective
clothing.
EXTINGUISHING PROCEDURES: Closed containers may build up pressure when exposed to heat and
should be cooled with water spray.
6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES.
PERSONAL PRECAUTIONS: No special precautions required
ENVIRONMENT PRECAUTIONS: No special precautions required
CLEANING UP METHODS Contain spilled material. Cover with an inert or non-combustible
non-organic absorbent material, sweep p and remove to an approved
FOR SPILLAGES:
disposal container. Observe state, federal & local disposal regulations.
FURTHER INFORMATION: Contaminated surfaces may be extremely slippery
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7. HANDLING & STORAGE.
No special precautions are necessary. Store in original containers and avoid extremes of temperature
8. EXPOSURE CONTROLS / PERSONAL PROTECTION.
RESPIRATORY PROTECTION: Avoid breathing product vapour. Apply local ventilation where possible.
VENTILATION: Ensure good ventilation of working area to meet exposure limits (see
section 11)
HAND PROTECTION: Avoid all skin contact. Use chemically resistant gloves if required.
EYE PROTECTION: Use safety glasses.
WORK/HYGIENE PRACTICES: Wash hands with soap & water after handling.
9. PHYSICAL & CHEMICAL PROPERTIES.
COLOUR: Colourless
APPEARANCE: Clear, viscous liquid
ODOUR: Odourless
FLASH POINT 掳C: 177 (approx)
VAPOUR PRESSURE @ 20掳C: <0.01mbar
SPECIFIC GRAVITY @ 20掳C: 1.200 鈥? 1.300
REFRACTIVE INDEX @ 20掳C: 1.465 鈥? 1.480
10. STABILITY & REACTIVITY.
REACTIVITY: It presents no significant reactivity hazards, by itself or in contact with
water. Avoid contact with strong acids, alkali or oxidising agents.
DECOMPOSITION: Liable to cause smoke & acrid fumes during combustion: carbon
monoxide, carbon dioxide & other non-identified organic compounds
may be formed.
11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION.
LD50 Oral Rat 12,600mg/kg
LD50 Dermal Rabbit >18,700mg/kg
Skin and Eye Irritation Slightly irritating (rabbit)
12. ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION.
BIODEGRADABILITY: Completely biodegradable
LC50 Fish >10,000mg/l (24 hour)
EC50 Bacteria >10,000mg/l (24 hour)
WATER CONTAMINATING CLASS WGK 1
13. DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS.
Recycle where possible. Incinerate according to local regulations.
14. TRANSPORT REGULATIONS.
Road (ADR/RID): n/a
Air (IATA/ICAO): n/a
SEA (IMDG): n/a
CHIP: See section 15
15. REGULATORY INFORMATION. According to Directive 88/379/EEC
HAZARDS: n/a
SYMBOLS: n/a
RISK PHRASES: n/a
SAFETY PHRASES: n/a
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16. OTHER INFORMATION.
Cosmetics Directive 7th Amendment: not restricted
PACKAGING:
Type Suitability
Glass Yes
Lacquer lined steel/tin Yes
Aluminium Yes
HPPE Yes
F/HDPE Yes
Other plastic Yes
SHELF LIFE
When stored within advised conditions, re-test after 12 months then at 6 monthly intervals up to a
maximum shelf life of 36 months.
Q.C. REQUIREMENTS.
In-line with general product specification. Always satisfy suitability for specific application.
The data provided in this material safety data sheet is meant to represent typical data/analysis for this
product and is correct to the best of our knowledge. The data was obtained from current and reliable
sources, but is supplied without warranty, expressed or implied, regarding its鈥? correctness or accuracy. It
is the user's responsibility to determine safe conditions for the use of this product, and to assume liability
for loss, injury, damage or expense arising from improper use of this product. The information provided
does not constitute a contract to supply to any specification, or for any given application, and buyers
should seek to verify their requirements and product use.
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