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MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
Sweet
Basil
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1. Product Identification: |
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Product Name: |
Basil Oil |
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Botanical Name: |
Ocimum basilicum |
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INCI Name: |
Ocimum basilicum (basil) oil |
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CAS #:
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8015 – 73 - 4 |
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County of Origin: |
Italy
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2. Classification: |
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Chemical Identification: Basil
essential oil
UN No. 1169: Liquid aromatic
extract.
Packaging Group: III
W.H.I.M.S. Class: B
Division: 2
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3. Hazardous Ingredients
Information: |
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Methyl cinnamate and methyl
chavicol (approx. 70%) – possible carcinogen and skin
irritant.
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4. Physical & Chemical
Properties: |
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Appearance: |
Pale yellow to amber color liquid. |
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Odor:
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Sweet vaguely anise-like minty
smoky odor. |
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Solubility: |
Soluble in alcohol and oils.
Insoluble in water. |
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Boiling Point: |
213 – 215 °C |
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Specific Gravity: |
0.891 – 0.944 @
20°C |
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Optical Rotation: |
-14.0 – -5.0 @
20°C |
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Refractive Index: |
1.4795 – 1.508 @
20°C |
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Extraction Method: |
Steam distillation of the leaves. |
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Acid Value: |
1.0 – 2.5 |
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Ester Value: |
~ 32 |
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Contents: |
Linalool (15-18%), methyl chavicol (70-74%), eugenol
(0.5%),
anythol (1-2%) |
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Flash Point: |
167 °F
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5. Fire/Explosion Hazard: |
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Flash Point: 167 °F
Flammable liquid.
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6. Reactivity/Stability Data: |
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Reactivity: Stable. |
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Decomposition: When heated
to decomposition produces acid fumes and carbon monoxide
smoke.
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7. Toxicological
Properties/Information: |
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May irritate sensitive skin. Do
not use on children.
Is an emmenagogue;
avoid use if pregnant; may cause bleeding.
Possible carcinogen in animal
testing with extreme doses. Unknown effect on people.
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8. Preventive Data: |
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Spillage: Absorb spills,
cover with an inert, non-combustible, inorganic
absorbent material, and remove to an approved disposal
container. |
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Fire: Recommended
extinguishing media – CO2, foam and dry
chemicals. DO NOT use direct water jet on burning
material. |
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Environment: Keep away from
drains, surface and ground water. |
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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.
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9. First Aid Measures: |
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Eye contact: Flush with
water for at least 15 minutes. Call physician if
irritation persists. |
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Inhalation: Remove to fresh
air. |
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Ingestion: Rinse mouth and
consult a physician. |
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Skin contact: Remove
contaminated clothing. Wash with soap and plenty of
water.
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11. Individual Protection: |
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Use safety glasses.
Avoid breathing in product by
ensuring good ventilation when handling.
Avoid skin contact by using
chemical resistant gloves.
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Disclaimer
The
information contained in this Certificate of Analysis
and Material Safety Data Sheet are
obtained from current and reliable sources. As the
ordinary or otherwise use(s) of this product is outside
the control of Essential7, no representation or
warranty, expressed or implied is made as to the
effect(s) of such use(s) (including damage or injury),
or the results obtained. Essential7 expressly
disclaims responsibility as to the ordinary or otherwise
use(s). Furthermore, Essential7 as to the fitness for
any use should consider nothing container herein as a
recommendation. The liability of Essential7. is limited
to the value of the goods and does not include any
consequential loss. |
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