Updated February 20, 2007
Macadamia Nut Oil
Material Safety Data Sheet ( MSDS)
1. Product Identification 8. First Aid Measures
Product Name: Macadamia Nut Oil 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: Macadamia Ternifolia Seed Oil
seek medical attention.
Chemistry: Vegetable oil (triglyceride) derived from the seeds of the
Macadamia Ternifolia. Skin: No adverse affects are expected due to its use in personal
care products. If irritation occurs, wash area with soap and water.
CAS Number: 128497-20-1, 129811-19-4
Remove contaminated clothing. If material is hot treat for thermal
EINECS Number: 273-313-5
burns and seek medical attention.
JCLS Number: 42-521074
Inhalation: No adverse effects due to inhalation of vapors are ex-
pected at ambient temperatures.
2. Physical & Chemical Properties
Melting Point: not determined Ingestion: Do not induce vomiting due to aspiration hazard. If vomit-
ing occurs seek immediate medical attention.
Boiling Point: not determined
Non-Volatiles: <0.1
Viscosity: not determined 9. Fire Fighting Measures
Specific Gravity: @225 C: 0.90-0.92 Flash Point: >338 C (Cleveland open cup)
Solubility in water: insoluble Extinguishing Media: Water spray may spread flames. Use dry
chemical, foam, CO2 and other standard extinguishing media for oil
Refractive Index: not determined
fires.
Appearance & Odor: light yellow to golden liquid with slight
odor Fire Fighting Procedures: Combustible material. Use air supplied
equipment for fighting interior fires. Cool fire exposed containers with
water.
3. Stability & Reactivity
Chemical Stability: stable under normal conditions
Incompatibility: Strong oxidizers, avoid heat and sources of ignition 10. Toxicological Information
such as sparks and flame. Effects of Over Exposure: None
Thermal Decomposition: Combustion produces carbon monoxide, Toxicity Data: Product is non toxic.
carbon dioxide, 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 waste under RCRA, 40
CFR 261.
4. Handling & Storage EC: Dispose of material in accordance with appropriate regulations.
Avoid breathing vapors or mist. Avoid contact with eyes. Avoid pro-
longed or repeated exposure with eyes. May be slippery when spilled. 12. Transport Information
Do not store or use near heat, sparks, or flame and store out of the DOT Shipping Name: Vegetable Oils
sun. Never use pressure to empty. Do not puncture, drag, or slide con- ADR/RIC Code: not regulated
tainer. Handle in a well ventilated area. Ground metal containers when Sea Transport IMDG Code: not regulated
dispensing. Store in a closed container below 30 C in well ventilated Air Transport IATA: not regulated
area. Keep away from oxidizing agents, excessive heat, and sources of
ignition such as sparks and flame.
13. Regulatory Information
5. Accidental Release Measures US: This material is intended to be used as a cosmetic ingredient
and is exempt from Toxic Substances Control ACT (TSCA) regula-
Personal precautions: Consult Hazards Identification in Section 3,
Personal Protection in Section 8. tion (40 CFR 710) when used as such. Don not use for other pur-
poses.
Methods for clean up: Remove sources of ignition. Contain spill to
smallest possible area. Absorb with appropriate inert materials. Area EC: This product is not classified as dangerous according to the
may be slippery; take precautions. health and physical properties criteria of the EU Directives on the
classification of substances and preparations.
6. Exposure Controls & Personal Protection
Respiratory Protection: None required under conditions of normal 14. Disclaimer
use. If vapor or mist is generated when heated or handled use a certi- This information relates only to the specific material designated and
fied NIOSH respirator for oil mist. 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
Protective Clothing: Use safety glasses/goggles or face shield when
handling to avoid splashing into eyes. best of the company s knowledge and believed accurate and reliable
as of the date indicated. However, no representation, war-ranty or
Other Protective Measures: Employees must practice good personal
hygiene, washing exposed areas of skin several times daily and laun- guarantee of any kind, express or implied, is made as to its
dering contaminated clothing before re-use. accuracy, reliability or completeness and we assume no respon-
sibility for any loss, damage or expense, direct or consequential,
arising out of use. It is the user s responsibility to satisfy himself as
7. Hazards Identification
to the suitableness & completeness of such information for his own
General: This material is not hazardous according to the OSHA Haz-
ard Communication Standard, 29 CFR 1910.1200. This product has a particular use.
low vapor pressure and is not anticipated to present an inhalation haz-
ard at ambient conditions. Eye contact may cause irritation. Skin irrita-
tion is not expected with normal contact. Excessive and/or prolonged
exposure may cause irritation. Ingestion is relatively non-toxic unless
aspiration occurs.
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