MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET

1. IDENTIFICATION OF SUBSTANCE/PREPARATION & COMPANY.

Product name: Wheatgerm Oil, Unrefined

Product code: 31004

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

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

View more MSDS at http://www.essentialoilsdirect.co.uk/msds 

2. COMPOSITION / INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS.

Definition/Botanical Origin: Obtained by extraction from the seeds of Triticum vulgare.

H-No: CAS No: 8006-95-9 Status: natural

CoE No: FEMA: Additives: none 

FDA: IFRA: Not restricted Application: Aromatherapy, skin care etc 

RIFM: Not applicable EINECS: 273-313-5 RTECS:

INCI name: Triticum vulgare (Wheat) Germ Oil FCCIV: 

3. HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION:

Concentrated product. Observe good housekeeping procedures.  

4. FIRST-AID MEASURES:

Inhalation:  No vapours present at normal temperatures.

Eye contact:  Rinse immediately with plenty of water for at least 15 mins. Contact a doctor if symptoms persist.

Skin contact:  Wash thoroughly with soap & water, flush with plenty of water. If irritation persists, seek medical advice.

Ingestion:  Product is not considered hazardous. Seek medical advice in case of  any adverse effects.

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 contact with skin eyes and clothes. Note that spillages constitute a slipping hazard. 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. Clean with hot water & detergents. Observe state, federal & local disposal regulations. 

7. HANDLING & STORAGE.

Precautions in handling:  Apply good manufacturing practice & industrial hygiene practices. Observe good personal hygiene, and do not eat, drink or smoke whilst handling.  Avoid static discharges.

Storage conditions:  Store in tightly closed original container, in a cool & dry 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:  No special measures under normal conditions.

Hand protection:  No special measures under normal conditions.

Eye protection:  Use safety glasses if there is a risk of splashing.

Work/Hygiene practices:  Wash hands with soap & water after handling. 

9. PHYSICAL & CHEMICAL PROPERTIES.

Colour:  Orange to dark amber

Appearance:  Clear liquid

Odour:  Free from rancid and foreign odour

Flash point °C: >300

Specific Gravity @ 20°C:            0.919 – 0.930

Refractive Index @ 20°C:          1.460 – 1.480

Free fatty acid content: 8 max

Peroxide value (meq /g oil): 10.0 max

Iodine Value: 120 - 140      

The oil may deposit natural sediments, particularly at low temperatures.                    

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:  None (thermal decomposition products are H2O and CO2) 

11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION.

According to current information, not classed as hazardous to health in normal industrial use. 

12. ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION.

Biodegradability:  Readily biodegradable

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.

Road (ADR/RID):      n/a                                             

Air (IATA):  n/a

Sea (IMDG):  n/a

CHIP: See section 15 

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

Hazards:   n/a

Symbols:  n/a

Risk Phrases:   n/a

Safety Phrases:    n/a 

16. OTHER INFORMATION.

Cosmetics Directive 7^th Amendment: Not restricted 

PACKAGING:

            Type                                Suitability

SHELF LIFE

When stored within advised conditions, re-test after 12 months then at 6 monthly intervals up to a  maximum shelf life of 24 months.  

Q.C. REQUIREMENTS.

In-line with general product specification. Always satisfy suitability for specific application.