Mace Essential Oil Certificate of Analysis

1. Product Identification:

Product Name:                

Mace Oil

Botanical Name:            

Myristica fragrans

Synonyms:

Myristica fragrans Houtt.

INCI Name:

Myristica fragrans (mace) kernel oil

CAS #:                            

8007-12-3

Country of Origin:          

Spain

2. Classification:

Chemical Identification: Oils, mace

UN No. 1197: Liquid flavoring extract.

3. Hazardous Ingredients Information:

Methyl eugenol.

4. Physical & Chemical Properties:

Appearance:                   

Pale yellow to brownish yellow liquid.

Odor:                              

Characteristic aroma reminiscent of nutmeg.

Solubility:

Soluble in alcohol and oils. Insoluble in water.

Specific Gravity:            

0.890 – 0.915 @ 20°C

Refractive Index:            

1.475 – 1.485 @ 20°C

Optical Rotation:

+0.0 – +25 @ 20°C

Terpinen-4-ol:

18 – 22

Myristicin:

12 – 18

Methyl Eugenol:

10 – 15

Pinene:

9.0 – 12

Extraction Method:

Steam distillation of the dried nutmeg husk.

Consituents:

Myristicin, terpinen-4-ol, sabinene, ß-pinene, safrole, iso-elemicin,

elemicin, camphene, p-cymene, phellandrene, terpinene, limonene,

myrcene, eugenol and eugenol derivatives.  

Flash Point:

>42 °C

5. Fire/Explosion Hazard:

Flash Point:  >42 °C

Flammable liquid. Will ignite if moderately heated.

6. Reactivity/Stability Data:

Reactivity: Stable.

Decomposition: When heated to decomposition produces acrid fumes and carbon monoxide smoke.

7. Toxicological Properties/Information:

Liquid will irritate eyes and skin on contact. In large doses it may be toxic indicated by nausea and a stupor-like state due to its high methyl eugenol and myristicin content.

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 a cool, dry place protected in a full tightly closed HDPE or aluminum container away from light.

9. First Aid Measures:

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

Inhalation: Avoid casual breathing.

Ingestion: Rinse mouth and drink milk. 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.

11. Individual Protection:

Use safety glasses.

Avoid skin contact by using surgical gloves.