MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET

1. IDENTIFICATION OF SUBSTANCE/PREPARATION & COMPANY.

Product name: Lemongrass Oil

Product code: 30309 G

Supplier: Essential Oils Direct Po Box 161 Oldham OL2 6FA

Emergency Tel No:  0161 633 3952 Emergency Contact:  Mr. David Freer. 

2. COMPOSITION / INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS.

Definition/Botanical Origin: Lemongrass oil is the volatile oil obtained by steam distillation of the leaves of Cymbopogon schoenanthus (Guatamalan / light type – also known as C.citratus) or Cymbopogon flexuosus (Indian / Cochin type). 

H-No: 3301.29.610  CAS No: 8007-02-01 Status: natural

CoE No: 38   FEMA: 2624  Additives: none

FDA: §182.20   IFRA: see section 16 Application: Aromatherapy, skin care etc

RIFM: monograph  EC No: 289-752-0 EINECS - CAS No: 89998-14-1

INCI name: Cymbopogon schoenanthus Oil  FCCIV: official

3. HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION:

Xi Irritant; N Dangerous for the environment 

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:  Rinse mouth out with water. Seek medical advice immediately.

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 recommended: extinguishing media to base of flames. Do not use direct water jet on 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 for spillages: with an inert or non-combustible inorganic absorbent material, sweep up and remove to an approved disposal container. Observe state, federal & local disposal regulations. 

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:  Light yellow to brownish-yellow

Appearance:  Mobile liquid

Odour:  Strong lemon-like odour, citrus

Flash point °C:  71

Specific gravity @ 20°C:  0.869 - 0.904

Refractive index @ 20°C:  1.478 - 1.500 

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.

Literature value:

Acute oral LD50 >5g/kg.  

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 3082: applies

Road (ADR/RID):  Class 9 packing group III

Air (IATA/CAO):  Class 9 packing group III

Sea (IMDG):  Class 9 packing group III

CHIP: See section 15  

15. REGULATORY INFORMATION. According to Directive 88/379/EEC

Hazards:   Irritant

Symbols:  Xi

Risk Phrases:   R36 Irritating to eyes

      R38 Irritating to skin

      R43 May cause sensitisation by skin contact

      R51/53 Toxic to aquatic organisms. May cause long-term                    adverse  effects in the aquatic environment

Safety Phrases:    S24 Avoid contact with skin

      S26 In case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of water    and seek medical advice

      S37 Wear suitable gloves 

      S61 Avoid release to the environment.  Refer to special  instructions/safety data sheets 

16. OTHER INFORMATION.

Cosmetics Directive 7^th Amendment: Restrictions may apply. A source of Citral, Eugenol, Geraniol,  Citronellol, Limonene and Linalool, listed as sensitisers. Check maximum usage levels for skin care products. 

PACKAGING:

            Type                                Suitability

SHELF LIFE

When stored within advised conditions, re-test after 12 months then at 3 monthly intervals up to a maximum 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’ 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.  
 
 

Essential Oils Direct Ltd 

DECLARATION OF ALLERGENS 

……………………

Daniel Todd

Compliance and Regulatory Affairs Manager

05/09