MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET

1. IDENTIFICATION OF SUBSTANCE/PREPARATION & COMPANY.

Product name: Tea Tree Oil

Product code: 30312

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: Obtained by steam distillation from the leaves & twigs of Melaleuca alternifolia L. (Fam. Myrtaceae).                              

H-No:  3301.29.6 CAS No: 85085-48-9 Status: natural

CoE No:  456  FEMA: 3902      Additives: none

FDA: IFRA: not restricted      Application: Aromatherapy, pharmaceuticals, skincare etc

RIFM:  monograph EINECS: 285-377-1 FCCIV: official

INCI name: Melaleuca alternifolia (Tea Tree) Leaf Oil

3. HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION:

Xn. Harmful; R10 Flammable 

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 of 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, or 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:   Colourless to pale yellow

Appearance:    Clear mobile liquid

Odour:   Spicy, earthy, myristic

Flash point °C:   57

Specific Gravity @ 20°C:   0.885 - 0.906

Optical rotation @ 20°C:    +5° to +15°

Refractive index @ 20°C:   1.475 - 1.482

Solubility in 85% ethanol @ 20°C:  soluble 1 + 2 max

Solubility in water:   Negligible

GC analysis:  1,8-Cineol (tr -15%) , Terpinen-4-ol (30 - 48%)

      a-Pinene (1-6%), Sabinene (tr.-3.5%), a-Terpinene (5-13%),  Limonene (0.5-1.5%), p-Cymene (0.5-8.0%), 1,8-Cineol (Tr- 15%),  g-Terpinene (10-28%), Terpinolene (1.5 - 5.0%),  Terpinen-4-ol  (30 -48% ), a-Terpineol (1.5- 8%), Aromadendrene (tr-3%),  Ledene  (tr - 3%), d-Cadinene (tr-3%) ,  Globulol (tr-1%),  Viridiflorol (tr-1.0%). 
 
 
 
 
 
 

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.

Found to be non-toxic, non-phototoxic, and non-irritating: see RIFM monograph (1988) FCT, 26, 407 Special Issue VII.  Ingestion: orl rat LD₅₀: 1.9-2.6ml/Kg ATTIA. However BEOA CHIP guidance (1997) gives hazard codes as R22 & R38 (some evidence of skin irritation above 75%) concentration. 

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):  Class 3 item 31/c RID No 301; ADR RN N/2301

Air (IATA):  Class 3 packing group III

Sea (IMDG):  page 3142, Class 3

CHIP:  See section 15  

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

Hazards:  Harmful

Symbols:  Xn

Risk Phrases: R10 Flammable Liquid

      R22 Harmful if swallowed

      R38 Irritating to skin

            R65 May cause lung damage if swallowed

Safety Phrases:    S16 Keep away from sources of ignition – No Smoking

      S62 If swallowed, do not induce vomiting: Seek medical advice immediately and show this container or label 

16. OTHER INFORMATION.

Cosmetics Directive 7^th Amendment: Restrictions may apply. A source of Limonene, listed as a sensitiser. Check maximum usage levels for skin care products. 

PACKAGING:

            Type                                Suitability

Stainless steel drums preferred. 

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.  
 

DECLARATION OF ALLERGENS 

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David Freer

Technical Manager