Updated June 14, 2007
GRAPEFRUI T SEED EXTRACT
Material Safety Data Sheet ( MSDS)
Eye Contact: Severe irritant to eyes.
1. PRODUCT I DENTI FI CATI ON
Skin Contact: Not a primary skin irritant.
Product Name: grapefruit seed extract I ngestion: May cause irritation of mucous membranes of the
I NCI Name: citrus grandis gastrointestinal tract.
Synonyms: Chronic Exposure: no data available
CAS Number: 90045-43-5
EI NECS Number: 289-904-6 8. FI RST AI D MEASURES
Origin: natural
Eyes: Irrigate eyes with a heavy stream of water. Seek medical
attention if irritation develops.
2. PHYSI CAL & CHEMI CAL PROPERTI ES
Skin: Wash exposed areas of skin thoroughly with soap and water.
Melting Point: not available I nhalation: Remove from area of exposure. If breathing is
149oC (300oF)
Boiling Point: difficult, give oxygen. Seek medical attention if symptoms persist.
Vapor Density, Air= 1: 4.1 I ngestion: Rinse mouth with water. Drink plenty of water to
Vapor Pressure: not available dilute. Consult medical advice if gastrointestinal symptoms develop.
Specific Gravity: 1.11
Solubility in w ater: soluble 9. FI RE FI GHTI NG MEASURES
pH Value: 2 - 3 (10% solution)
Flash Point: 177oC (350oF)
Appearance & Odor: viscous, brown liquid, citrus odor
Extinguishing Media: water spray, foam, carbon dioxide
Fire Fighting Procedures: Firefighters should wear full fire-
3. STABI LI TY & REACTI VI TY
fighting turn-out gear (full Bunker gear) including NIOSH-approved
Chemical Stability: stable under normal conditions self-contained breathing apparatus with full facepiece operated in
I ncompatibility: strong oxidizing agents, anionic wetting agents the pressure demand or other positive pressure mode.
Hazardous Decomposition: biodegradable; burning can produce
carbon monoxide and carbon dioxide 10. TOXI COLOGI CAL I NFORMATI ON
Hazardous Polymerisation: will not occur
Acute LD50: > 5000 mg/ kg (rats, oral)
Chronic LD50: not data available
4. HANDLI NG & STORAGE
Mutagenicity: not data available
Avoid contact with eyes. Wash thoroughly after handling. As with all Carcinogenicity: not data available
chemicals, good industrial hygiene practices should be followed
11. DI SPOSAL CONSI DERATI ONS
when handling this material.
Avoid freezing or excessive heat. Do not handle or store near an
Storage and disposal must be in accordance with applicable local,
open flame, heat or other sources of ignition. Keep the container
state & federal disposal regulations. Characterization and com-
tightly closed and in a cool, well-ventilated place.
pliance with applicable laws are the responsibility solely of the
generator.
5. ACCI DENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
12. TRANSPORT I NFORMATI ON
Isolate spill area immediately. Keep unauthorized personnel away.
Ventilate closed spaces before entering. Do not touch or walk
General: not regarded as hazardous material
through spilled material. Prevent entry into waterways, sewers,
DOT Shipping Name: Refer to corresponding hazard class
basements or confined areas. Surface may become slippery after
ADR/ RI C Code: Refer to corresponding hazard class
spillage. Use vacuum or broom sweeping and remove to disposal
Sea Transport I MDG Code: Refer to corresponding hazard class
container. If damp, flush with water.
Air Transport I ATA: Refer to corresponding hazard class
6. EXPOSURE CONTROLS & PERSONAL PROTECTI ON
13. DI SCLAI MER
Respiratory Protection: Where exposure likely exceeds accep-
This information relates only to the specific material designated and
table criteria, use NIOSH/ OSHA-approved respiratory equipment.
may not be valid for such material used in combination with any
Protective Clothing: Gloves recommended to prevent prolonged
other materials or in any other process. Such information is to be
skin contact. Safety glasses, goggles, or face shield recommended
the best of the company s knowledge and believed accurate and
for eye protection.
reliable as of the date indicated. However, no representation,
Other Protective Measures: Employees must practice good
warranty or guarantee of any kind, express or implied, is made as
personal hygiene, washing exposed areas of skin several times daily
to its accuracy, reliability or completeness and we assume no
and laundering contaminated clothing before re-use.
responsibility for any loss, damage or expense, direct or
consequential, arising out of use. It is the user s responsibility to
7. HAZARDS I DENTI FI CATI ON
satisfy himself as to the suitableness & completeness of such
General: not hazardous under normal conditions. information for his own particular use.
I nhalation: avoid breathing mist or vapors. Mild irritation of the
upper respiratory system (especially nasal cavity) may occur.
ALL DATA HEREIN ARE ALL AS PER OUR SUPPLIER.
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