MSDS - Tangerine - Citrus reticulata - Essential Oil

1.1

Product Identifier 

Product Name 

Tangerine Oil

Biological Definition

Citrus Reticulata Peel Oil is the volatile oil obtained from the peel of tangerine, Citrus reticulata, Rutaceae

INCI Name

Citrus Reticulata Peel Oil

Synonyms & Trade Names

-

CAS-No

8008-31-9/ 84929-38-4

EC No.

- / 284-521-0

EINECS No.

- / 284-521-0

1.2

Relative identified uses of the substance or mixture and uses advised against

Flavours, Fragrances: Use in accordance with good manufacturing and industrial hygiene practices.

1.3

Details of the supplier of the safety data sheet 

Essential Oils Direct Ltd  13 Parkside Industrial Estate,  Royton, Oldham OL2 6DS - Reg No 04199912 

1.4 

Emergency Tel. No.  

+ 44 (0) 161 633 3952

2.1

Classification of the substance or mixture 

The Full Text for all Hazard Statements displayed in Section 16.

Classification (EC 1272/2008)

Flammable Liquid, Hazard Category 3

Skin Corrosion / Irritation Category 2

Sensitization - Skin Category 1

Aspiration Hazard Category 1

Hazardous to the Aquatic Environment - Acute Hazard Category 1

Hazardous to the Aquatic Environment - Long-term Hazard Category 1

2.2 

Label Elements 

Label in accordance with (EC) No 1272/2008   

      GHS02GHS07          GHS08  GHS09

Signal Word

Danger.

Contains

Limonene, Myrcene, pinenes, linalool, Citral, decanal.

Hazard Statements

H226, Flammable liquid and vapour.

H304, May be fatal if swallowed and enters airways.

H315, Causes skin irritation.

H317, May cause an allergic skin reaction.

H410, Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects.

Precautionary Statements

P210, Keep away from heat, sparks, open flames and hot surfaces. - No smoking.

P233, Keep container tightly closed.

P240, Ground/bond container and receiving equipment.

P241, Use explosion-proof electrical, ventilating and lighting equipment.

P242, Use only non-sparking tools.

P243, Take precautionary measures against static discharge.

P261, Avoid breathing vapour or dust.

P264, Wash hands and other contacted skin thoroughly after handling.

P272, Contaminated work clothing should not be allowed out of the workplace.

P273, Avoid release to the environment.

P280, Wear protective gloves/eye protection/face protection.

P301/310, IF SWALLOWED: Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician.

P303/361/353, IF ON SKIN (or hair): Remove/take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water/shower.

P331, Do not induce vomiting.

P333/313, If skin irritation or rash occurs: Get medical advice/attention.

P362, Take off contaminated clothing and wash before reuse.

Supplementary Precautionary Statements

P370/378, In case of fire: Use carbon dioxide, dry chemical, foam for extinction.

P391, Collect spillage.

P403/235, Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep cool.

P405, Store locked up.

P501, Dispose of contents/container to approved disposal site, in accordance with local regulations.

2.3

Other Hazards 

PBT or vPvB according to Annex XIII

No.

Adverse physio-chemical properties

Combustible but should not self-ignite.

Adverse effects on human health

Skin contact may cause irritation/sensitisation.

3.2

Mixtures

≤ 92.0% Limonene CAS-No: 5989-27-5; EC No.: 227-813-5

Classification (EC 1272/2008) Flam. Liq. 3 - H226, Skin Irrit. 2 - H315, Skin Sens. 1 - H317,  Asp. Tox. 1 - H304,  Aquatic Acute 1 - H400,  Aquatic Chronic 1 - H410

≤ 4.0% Myrcene CAS No: 123-35-3 ; EC No: 204-622-5

Classification (EC 1272/2008) Flam. Liq. 3 - H226, Asp. Tox. 1 - H304, Aquatic Chronic 3 - H412

≤ 2.0% α-Pinene  CAS No: 80-56-8 ; EC No: 201-291-9

Classification (EC 1272/2008) Flam. Liq. 3, H226; Asp. Tox. 1, H304; Skin Sens.1, H317; Aquatic Acute 1, Aquatic Chronic 1, H410

≤ 1.0% Linalool  CAS No: 78-70-6 ; EC No: 201-134-4

Classification (EC 1272/2008) Acute Tox. 5 - H303, Skin Irrit. 2 - H315, Aquatic Acute 3 - H402

≤ 1.0% γ-Terpinene (p-mentha-1,4-diene)CAS No99-85-4 ; EC No: 202-794-6

Classification (EC 1272/2008) Flam. Liq. 3 – H226, Asp Tox. 1 –H304;

≤ 1.0% Decanal CAS No: 112-31-2; EC No: 203-872-5

Classification (EC 1272/2008) Skin Irrit. 2 - H315,  Aquatic Chronic 3 - H412

≤ 1.0% β-Pinene    CAS No: 127-91-3 ; EC No: 20-872-5

Classification (EC 1272/2008) Flam. Liq. 3 - H226, Asp. Tox. 1 - H304, Skin Irrit. 2 - H315, Skin Sens. 1 - H317

≤ 0.4% Citral  CAS No: 5392-40-5 ; EC No: 226-394-6

Classification (EC 1272/2008) Skin Irrit. 2 - H315, Eye Irrit. 2 - H319, Skin Sens. 1 - H317

4.1

Description of first aid measures

Inhalation 

Remove from exposure area to fresh air. Obtain medical advice immediately.

Ingestion

Wash mouth out with water and obtain medical advice immediately.

Skin Contact 

Remove contaminated clothing. Wash thoroughly with soap and water. Seek medical advice if irritation persists or there is any sign of tissue damage.

Eye Contact   

Flush with plenty of water and seek medical advice.

4.2

Most important symptoms and effects, both acute and delayed

May be fatal if swallowed and enters airways.

Causes skin irritation.

May cause an allergic skin reaction.

4.3

Indication of any immediate medical attention and special treatment needed

None expected, see Section 4.1 for further information.

5.1 

Extinguishing Media

Suitable extinguishing media:CO₂, Dry powder, Foam. Spray to base of flames.

5.2 

Special hazards arising from the product

In case of fire, Carbon monoxide, Unidentified organic compounds may be liberated.

5.3 

Advice for firefighters

Wear protective clothing. Avoid inhalation of vapours. Wear suitable respiratory equipment, if insufficient ventilation. Closed containers may build up pressure when exposed to heat and should be cooled with water spray.

6.1 

Personal precautions, protective equipment and emergency procedures

Wear protective clothing as described in Section 8 of this safety data sheet. Maintain good occupational and personal hygiene. Avoid inhalation of vapours and contact with skin and eyes.

6.2 

Environmental Precautions

Do not discharge into drains, water courses or onto the ground.

6.3 

Methods and material for containment and cleaning up.

Remove ignition sources. Ensure adequate ventilation. Absorb with inert, non-combustible, inorganic absorbent material, sweep up and remove to an approved disposal container.

6.4 

Reference to other sections

See sections 8 and 13.

7.1 

Precautions for safe handling

Apply good manufacturing practice & industrial hygiene practices, ensuring proper workplace ventilation. Observe good personal hygiene, and do not eat, drink or smoke whilst handling.
Keep away from heat, sparks and open flame.

7.2 

Conditions for safe storage, including any incompatibilities

Store in tightly closed original container, in a cool, dry & ventilated area away from heat sources & protected from light. Ground/bond container and receiving equipment. Use only non-sparking tools. Take precautionary measures against static discharge.

7.3 

Specific end use(s) 

Flavours, Fragrances: Use in accordance with good manufacturing and industrial hygiene practices.

8.1 

Control parameters 

No additional data available.  

8.2 

Exposure controls 

Protective Equipment

Process Conditions 

Provide eyewash station.

Engineering Measures

Provide adequate ventilation Avoid static discharges in working area.

Respiratory Equipment

Under normal conditions of use and where adequate ventilation is available to prevent build up of excessive vapour, this material should not require special engineering controls. However, in conditions of high or prolonged use, or high temperature or other conditions which increase exposure, the following engineering controls can be used to minimise exposure to personnel: a) Increase ventilation of the area with local exhaust ventilation. b) Personnel can use an approved, appropriately fitted respirator with organic vapour cartridge or canisters and particulate filters. c) Use closed systems for transferring and processing this material. Also refer to Sections 2 and 7.

Hand Protection

Avoid all skin contact. Wear chemical resistant gloves (PVC).

Eye Protection

Avoid contact with eyes. Wear approved safety goggles.

Other Protection

No additional data available.  

Hygiene Measures

Good personal hygiene practices are always advisable, especially when working with chemicals / oils. Keep away from foodstuffs, beverages and feed.

Personal Protection 

Avoid inhalation and contact with skin and eyes.

Skin Protection 

Wear apron or protective clothing in case of splashes.

Environmental Exposure Controls 

Avoid discharging into drainage water. Only eliminate by authorised companies.

9.1 

Information on basic physical and chemical properties 

Appearance

Liquid, orange to dark orange.  

Colour

Orange to dark orange.

Odour

Characteristic – Sweet citrus, tangerine.

Relative Density

0.844 – 0.870 @ 20°C

Flash Point (°C)

45

Refractive Index

1.471 to 1.482 @ 20°C

Melting Point (°C)

No additional data available.

Boiling Point (°C)

No additional data available.

Vapour Pressure

No additional data available.

Solubility in Water @20°C

Insoluble in water.

Auto-ignition temperature (°C)

No additional data available.

9.2 

Other information 

No additional data available.

10.1 

Reactivity

Presents no significant reactivity hazards, by itself or in contact with water.

10.2 

Chemical stability

Stable under normal temperature conditions and recommended use.

10.3 

Possible hazardous reactions

Not expected under normal temperature conditions and recommended use.

10.4 

Conditions to Avoid

Heat, sparks and open flames.

10.5 

Incompatible materials

Avoid contact with strong acids, alkalis and oxidising agents.

10.6 

Hazardous Decomposition Products

Not expected under normal temperature conditions and recommended use.

11.1 

Information on toxicological effects 

Acute Toxicity

Assumed Toxicity Value (LD50 or ATE) for Acute Oral Toxicity: 83971.44

Assumed Toxicity Value (LD50 or ATE) for Acute Dermal Toxicity: n/a

Assumed Toxicity Value (LC50 or ATE) for Acute Inhalation Toxicity: n/a

Inhalation Route: n/a

Skin corrosion / irritation

Causes skin irritation (H315).

Serious eye damage / irritation

No additional data available.

Respiratory or skin sensitisation

May cause an allergic skin reaction (H317).

Germ Cell Mutagenicity

No additional data available.

Carcinogenicity

No additional data available.

Reproductive toxicity

No additional data available.

STOT-single exposure

No additional data available.

STOT-repeated exposure

No additional data available.

Aspiration hazard

May be fatal if swallowed and enters airways (H304).

Photo-toxicity

No additional data available.

Other Information

No additional data available.

12.1 

Toxicity

Marine pollutant. Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects.

12.2 

Persistence & degradability

No additional data available.

12.3 

Bioaccumulation Potential

No additional data available.

12.4 

Mobility in soil

No additional data available.

12.5 

Results of PBT and vPvB Assessment

This substance does not meet the PBT/vPvB criteria of REACH, annex XIII.

12.6 

Other adverse effects

Do not discharge into the environment especially not into waterways, sewers and the sea.

13.1 

Waste treatment  methods

Do not release into the environment. Collect waste into suitable containers and contact hazardous chemical disposal company.

14.1 

UN number

UN No. Road

UN 1169

UN No. SEA

UN 1169

UN No. AIR

UN 1169

14.2 

UN proper shipping name

Extracts, Aromatic, Liquid.

14.3 

Transport hazard class(es)

ADR/RID/ADN Class:3 Flammable Liquid. 

IMDG Class:3 Flammable Liquid.

ICAO Class/Division:3 Flammable Liquid.

Transport Labels

14.4 

Packing group

ADR/RID/ADN Packing group III

IMDG Packing group III

ICAO Packing group III

14.5 

Environmental hazards

Environmentally Hazardous Substance/Marine Pollutant.

14.6 

Special precautions for user

No additional data available.

14.7 

Transport in bulk according to Annex II of MARPOL73/78 and the IBC code

No additional data available.

15.1 

Safety, health and environmental regulations/legislation specific for the substance or mixture

Statutory Instruments

The Chemicals (Hazard Information and Packaging for Supply) Regulations 2009 (S.I 2009 No. 716).

Guidance Notes

Workplace Exposure Limits EH40. CHIP for everyone HSG(108).

EU Legislation

Regulation (EC) No 1907/2006 of the European Parliament and of the Council of 18 December 2006 concerning the Registration, Evaluation, Authorisation and Restriction of Chemicals (REACH), establishing a European Chemicals Agency, amending Directive 1999/45/EC and repealing Council Regulation (EEC) No 793/93 and Commission Regulation (EC) No 1488/94 as well as Council Directive 76/769/EEC and Commission Directives 91/155/EEC, 93/67/EEC, 93/105/EC and 2000/21/EC, including amendments.

15.2 

Chemical safety assessment

No additional information available.

Hazard and/or Precautionary Statements in Full

H226, Flammable liquid and vapour.

H304, May be fatal if swallowed and enters airways.

H315, Causes skin irritation.

H317, May cause an allergic skin reaction.

H410, Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects.

Other Information

Complies with REACH guidance for SDS as circulated by ECHA 2011.

Revision Date

06/05/2016

Reason for revision

Update to new format

Rev No/Repl, SDS Generated

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