Lemon Essential Oil Certificate of Analysis

1. Product Identification:

Product Name:                

Lemon Oil

Botanical Name:            

Citrus limonum

Synonyms:

Citrus medica, Citrus medica limonum

INCI Name:

Citrus medica limonum (lemon) peel oil

CAS #:                            

8020-19-7

County of Origin:          

Italy

2. Classification:

Chemical Identification: Oils, lemon

Packaging Group: III              Class: 3       UN # 1169

3. Hazardous Ingredients Information:

Cas(TSCA):  8008-56-8             Cas (Einecs):  84929-31-7

Einecs:          284-515-8             FDA:               182.20

Do not ingest and may be skin sensitizing.

4. Physical & Chemical Properties:

Appearance:                    

Pale yellow to yellow liquid.

Odor:                              

Characteristic lemon rind odor.

Solubility:

Soluble in alcohol and oils. Insoluble in water.

Specific Gravity:            

0.845 – 0.859 @ 20°C

Optical Rotation:             

+60 – +70 @ 20°C

Refractive Index:            

1.472 – 1.475 @ 20°C

Limonene:

66 – 80 %

α-Pinene:

1 – 4 %

ß-Pinene:

0.4 – 15 %

Terpinene:

6 – 14 %

(Composition by gc)

Extraction Method:

Cold-pressed of the peels.

Contents:

α-pinene, myrcene, p-cymene, limonene, ß-pinene, γ-terpinene,

geranial, neral, α-bergamotene, furocoumarins, bergaptens, sabinene

Flash Point:

49 °C (Pensky-Martens)

5. Fire/Explosion Hazard:

Flash Point: 49   °C  (Pensky – Martens)

Combustible liquid. Will ignite if moderately heated.

6. Reactivity/Stability Data:

Reactivity: Stable.

Decomposition: Essential oils are naturally high in volatile organic compounds (VOCs).  

When heated to decomposition, the smoke from burning essential oils may contain potential carcinogens, such as polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons (PAHs).

7. Toxicological Properties/Information:

It may irritate skin or eyes and cause sensitivity on some individuals.

Lemon is also phototoxic and should be avoided prior to exposure to direct sunlight.

8. Preventive Data:

Spillage: Absorb spills, cover with an inert, non-combustible, inorganic absorbent material, and remove to an approved disposal container.

Fire: Recommended extinguishing media – CO₂, foam and dry chemicals. DO NOT use direct water jet on burning material.

Environment: Keep away from drains, surface and ground water.

Storage: Store in cool, dry and well ventilated area protected in tightly closed container away from sources of ignition, heat and sunlight. Keep air contact to minimum.

9. First Aid Measures:

Eye contact: Flush with water for at least 15 minutes. Call physician if irritation persists.

Inhalation: Remove to fresh air. Avoid casual breathing.

Ingestion: Rinse mouth and consult a physician immediately. Never-give anything by mouth if victim is unconscious, is rapidly-losing consciousness, or is convulsing.

Skin contact: Remove contaminated clothing. Wash with soap and plenty of water.

10. Individual Protection (for Industrial and Bulk Container Use):

Use safety glasses.

Avoid breathing in product by ensuring good ventilation when handling.

Avoid skin contact by using chemical resistant gloves.

11. Preparation Information:

Quality Assurance

Revision Date: July 10, 2009,

Disclaimer

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