Updated February 20, 2007
Jojoba Gel
Material Safety Data Sheet ( MSDS)
1. Product Identification 8. First Aid Measures
Product Name: jojoba gel Eyes: Irrigate with heavy stream of water for at least 15 minutes or
until irritation subsides. If material is hot treat for thermal burns and
INCI Name: simmondsia chinensis (jojoba) seed oil (and)
ethylene/propylene/styrene copolymer (and) butylene/ seek medical attention.
ethylene/styrene copolymer Skin: No adverse affects are expected. If irritation occurs wash area
with soap and water. Remove contaminated clothing. If material is
Chemistry: simmondsia chinensis (jojoba) seed oil (and)
ethylene/propylene/styrene copolymer (and) butylene/ hot treat for thermal burns and seek medical attention.
ethylene/styrene copolymer Inhalation: No adverse effects due to inhalation of vapors are ex-
pected at ambient temperatures.
CAS Number: 61789-91-1, trade secret (polymers)
EINECS Number: 289-964-3, polymer exempt Ingestion: Do not induce vomiting due to aspiration hazard. If vomit-
ing occurs seek immediate medial attention.
2. Physical & Chemical Properties
Melting Point: not determined 9. Fire Fighting Measures
Boiling Point: not determined Flash Point: >260 C
Non-Volatiles: <0.1 Extinguishing Media: Water spray may spread flames. Use dry
chemical, foam, CO2, and other standard extinguishing media for oil
Viscosity: not determined
fires.
Specific Gravity: 0.82 - 0.88
Solubility in water: insoluble Fire Fighting Procedures: Combustible material. Use air supplied
equipment for fighting interior fires. Cool fire exposed containers with
Refractive Index: not determined
water.
Appearance & Odor: high viscous pale yellow fluid,
with slight odor
10. Toxicological Information
3. Stability & Reactivity Effects of overexposure: none
Chemical Stability: stable Toxicity Data: product is non toxic.
Incompatibility: strong oxidizers Acute oral LD50: no data available
Thermal Decomposition: combustion produces carbon Carcinogenicity: no data available
monoxide, and thick smoke, in general, products of combustion
(such as organic materials) may be irritating and toxic 11. Disposal Consideration
Hazardous Polymerization: will not occur US: Discarded product is not a hazardous waster under RCRA, 40
CFR 261.
4. Handling & Storage EC: Dispose of material in accordance with appropriate
Avoid breathing vapors or mist. Avoid contact with eyes. Avoid regulations.
prolonged or repeated exposure with eyes. Maybe slippery when
spilled. Do not store or use near heat, sparks, or flame and store 12. Transport Information
out of sun. Never use pressure to empty. Do not puncture, drag DOT Shipping Name: vegetable esters
or slide container. Handle in well ventilated areas. Ground metal ADR/RIC Code: not regulated
containers when dispensing. Store in closed containers below Sea Transport IMDG Code: not regulated
30 C in well ventilated areas. Keep away from oxidizing agents, Air Transport IATA: not regulated
excessive heat, and sources of ignition such as sparks and flames.
13. Regulatory Information
5. Accidental Release Measures US: This material is intended to be used as a cosmetic ingredient
Isolate spill area immediately. Remove sources of ignition. Contain spill and is exempt from Toxic Substances Control ACT (TSCA) regula-
to smallest possible area. Absorb with appropriate inert materials. Area tion (40 CFR 710) when used as such. Do not use for other pur-
may be slippery; take precautions poses.
EC: This product is not classified as Dangerous according to the
health and physical properties criteria of the EU Directives on the
6. Exposure Controls & Personal Protection
classification of substances and preparations.
Personal Precautions: None required under conditions of normal
use. If vapor or mist is generated when heated or handled use a
certified NIOSH respirator for oil mist. 14. Disclaimer
This information relates only to the specific material designated and
Eye Protection: Use safety glasses/goggles or face shield when han-
dling to avoid splashing into eyes. may not be valid for such material used in combination with any
other materials or in any other process. Such information is to be the
best of the company s knowledge and believed accurate and reliable
7. Hazards Identification
as of the date indicated. However, no representation, war-ranty or
General: non hazardous according to OSHA Hazard Communication
Standard, 29 CFR 1910.1200. Product has a low vapor pressure and guarantee of any kind, express or implied, is made as to its
Is not anticipated to present an inhalation hazard at ambient conditions. accuracy, reliability or completeness and we assume no respon-
Eye contact may cause irritation. Skin irritation is not expected with sibility for any loss, damage or expense, direct or consequential,
normal contact. Excessive and/or prolonged exposure may cause irrita- arising out of use. It is the user s responsibility to satisfy himself as
tion. Ingestion is relatively non-toxic unless aspiration occurs. Product to the suitableness & completeness of such information for his own
has laxative properties and may result in abdominal cramps and diar- particular use.
rhea.
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