MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
1. IDENTIFICATION OF SUBSTANCE/PREPARATION & COMPANY.
PRODUCT NAME: Nutmeg oil
PRODUCT CODE: 30436
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: The volatile oil obtained by the steam distillation of the dried brown seeds
of the tree Myristica fragrans, after the shells are broken and discarded.
H-No: 3301.29 CAS No: 8008-45-5 CoE No: 296
FEMA: 2793 FDA: 182.20 IFRA: no restriction
RIFM: Monograph EINECS: FCCIII: official
INCI name: Myristica fragrans
3. HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION:
R10 Flammable liquid
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.
Rinse mouth out with water. Seek medical advice immediately.
INGESTION:
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: 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: Avoid inhalation & direct contact with skin & eyes. Use individual
protective equipment (safety glasses, waterproof-boots, suitable
protective clothing) in case of major spillages.
ENVIRONMENT PRECAUTIONS: Keep away from drains, soils, surface & groundwaters.
CLEANING UP METHODS Remove all potential ignition sources. Contain spilled material. Cover
with an inert or non-combustible inorganic absorbent material, sweep
FOR SPILLAGES:
up and remove to an approved disposal container. Observe state,
federal & local disposal regulations.
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7. HANDLING & STORAGE.
PRECAUTIONS IN HANDLING: Apply good manufacturing practice & industrial hygiene practices,
ensuring proper ventilation. Observe good personal hygiene, and do
not eat, drink or smoke whilst handling.
STORAGE CONDITIONS: Store in tightly closed original container, in a cool, dry & ventilated area
away from heat sources & protected from light. Keep air contact to a
minimum.
FIRE PROTECTION: Keep away from ignition sources & naked flames. Take precautions to
avoid static discharges in working area.
8. EXPOSURE CONTROLS/PERSONAL PROTECTION.
RESPIRATORY PROTECTION: Avoid breathing product vapour. Apply local ventilation where possible.
VENTILATION: Ensure good ventilation of working area.
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: Pale yellow to yellow
APPEARANCE: Mobile liquid
ODOUR: Spicy, characteristic of nutmeg
FLASH POINT 掳C: 38
SPECIFIC GRAVITY @ 20掳C: 0.860 - 0.910
REFRACTIVE INDEX @ 20掳C: 1.473 - 1.488
OPTICAL ROTATION @ 20掳C: + 6 to + 25
SOLUBILITY IN 90% ETHANOL: 1+ 4 to 1+ 5 when fresh; opalescence allowable
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 orl-rat: 2.62g/kg NIOSH 1975. Psychotropic effects with sufficient dosage. Large doses may result
in death.
E.I. Nutmeg has been found to be non-irritating & non-sensitising to human skin: RIFM monograph:
(1976) FCT 14,631 (Binder p596). Potential mutagen (from safrole and methyl eugenol content)
12. ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION.
BIODEGRADABILITY: Data not available
PRECAUTIONS: Prevent surface contamination of soil, ground & surface water.
13. DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS.
Avoid disposing to drainage systems and into the environment. Seek expert advice.
14. TRANSPORT REGULATIONS.
UN 1993: Applies
Road (ADR/RID): 3.31c
AIR (IATA): Class 3
SEA (IMDG): 3 (III)
CHIP: See section 15
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15. REGULATORY INFORMATION. According to Directive 88/379/EEC
HAZARDS:
SYMBOLS:
RISK PHRASES: R10 Flammable liquid
SAFETY PHRASES: S16 Keep away from sources of ignition: No Smoking
16. OTHER INFORMATION.
Cosmetics Directive 7th Amendment: Restrictions may apply. A source of Eugenol, Gerianol, Isoeugenol,
Citronellol, Limonene and Linalool, listed as sensitisers. Check maximum usage levels for skin care
products.
PACKAGING:
Type Suitability
Glass Yes
Lacquer lined steel/tin Yes
Aluminium Yes
HPPE No
F/HDPE Yes
Other plastic No
SHELF LIFE
When stored within advised conditions, re-test after 12 months, then at 3 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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