MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET

NUTMEG OIL

1.

PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION

Item Name
CAS No.
Country of Origin
2.

: Nutmeg Oil Natural

: 8008-45-5
: Indonesia

COMPANY IDENTIFICATION

Supplier Name
Supplier Address

: Chemtex USA Inc.

: 150 River Road, Suite G3B
Montville, NJ 0704-9441 USA
Emergency Telephone Number : North America (Canada & US)
1-800-255-3924 (CHEMTEL INC.) (24 HOURS)
3.

COMPOSITION / INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS

Ingredient

: Oil is obtained by the steam distillation of the dried kernels of the ripe
seed of Myristica Fragrans (Family: Myristicaceae).

Major Constituent is Myristicin, Terinen-4-ol, gamma-Terpinene, alpha-Pinene, Sabinene;minor

constituents include Myrcene, Terpinolene, safrole and several unidentified sesquiterpines.
4.

HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION

Eye Contact
Skin Contact
Inhalation
Ingestion
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Undiluted product could be irritating.

Prolonged exposure to undiluted product could be irritating.
Undiluted product could be intoxicating and irritating if overexposed.
Undiluted product could be irritating to the mouth and upper digestive
tract.

FIRST AID MEASURES

Eye Contact
Inhalation
Ingestion

: Irritate eye with plenty of water for 15 minutes, if irritation persists seek
medical advice.
: Remove casualty to fresh air, remove any contaminated clothing. Seek
medical advice for any breathing difficulty.
: Dilute internally with water, do not induce vomiting. Seek medical
advice immediately.

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6.

FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES

Extinguishing Media

: Carbon Dioxide, foam, dry chemicals extinguishers should be used. Do

not use water.
Special Firefighting procedures : Wear self-contained breathing apparatus and protective clothing to
prevent contact with skin and eyes.
7.

ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURE

Wear respirator, chemical safety goggles, rubber boots and heavy rubber gloves. Keep people away,
evacuate area.
To avoid possible contamination of the environment, Do not discharge into any drains, surface water or
groundwater.
Cover with an inert, inorganic, non-combustible absorbent material (e.g. dry-lime, sand, soda ash). Please
in covered containers using non-sparking tools and transport outdoors.
Avoid open flames or sources of ignition (e.g. pilot lights on gas hot water heater). Ventilate area and wash
spill site after material pick-up is complete. Dispose of in accordance with current laws and regulations.
8.

HANDLING AND STORAGE

Measures should be taken to prevent materials from being splashed into the eyes or on the skin. Wear eye
shields and protective clothing. Smoking should not be permitted in work areas.
Provide suitable air extraction ventilation in the work areas. Vapors may form explosive mixtures with air.
Keep material away from sources of ignition (e.g. hot surfaces, sparks, flame and static discharges.
To be stored in tightly sealed and preferably full containers in cool, dry and ventilated area. Protect from
heat / overheating and light sources.
Keep in glass, suitable plastic, aluminum or lacquer-lined containers.
9.

EXPOSURE CONTROL / PERSONAL PROTECTION

Respiratory Protection

Hand Protection
Eye Protection
Body Protection
Hygiene Measures

: Do not breath vapors. Mechanical exhaust required. In confined or

poorly ventilated areas, the use of an appropriate respiratory protection
may be required.
: Compatible chemical-resistant gloves are recommended. Wash
contaminated gloves before reuse.
: Chemical safety goggles are recommended. Wash contaminated goggles
before use.
: Light protective clothing recommended. Wash contaminated clothing
before use.
: Avoid inhalation and contact with skin and eyes. Good personal hygiene
practices should be used. Wash after any contact, before breaks and
meals, and at the end of the work period. Safety shower and eye bath
recommended.

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10. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES

Appearance
Color
Odor Description
Flash Point
Refractive Index
Specific Gravity
Optical Rotation
Solubility in Alcohol
Solubility in Water

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Mobile Liquid
Light, fresh, warm-spicy and aromatic odor.
A pale yellow or almost water-white mobile liquid.
43C (Closed Cup)
1.474 ~ 1.488 @20C
0.880 ~ 0.910 @ 25C
+8 to +30 @25C
1 vol. clear soluble in 3 vol. of 90% Ethanol.
Insoluble

11. STABILITY AND REACTIVITY

Stability
Conditions to Avoid
Hazardous decomposition products

: Stable
: Heat, excessive heat, open flames and other sources of ignition.
: Hazardous combustion or decomposition products: Carbon
monoxide, carbon dioxide/ Hazardous polymerization will not
occur.

12. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION

Toxicity Data

: LD 50 ORL-RAT 2620.00 mg/kg

LD 50 SKN-RBT> 10.00 gm/kg

FCTXAV 14, 631, 1976

FCTXAV 14, 631, 1976

Irritation Data

: SKN-RBT

FXTXAV 14, 631, 1976.

500 mg/24h mod

13. ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION

Mobility
Degradation
Accumulation

: Very low water solubility and will form a surface film.

: Generally biodegradable
: Unlikely to bioaccumulate. Contaminated water must be cleared before
entering sewerage.

14. WASTE DISPOSAL

Dispose of in accordance with all federal, state and local environmental regulations.
15. TRANSPORT INFORMATION
Land Transport (ADR / RID) / Marine Transport (IMDG) / Air Transport (IATA)
UN # 1169
Class: 3
Packing Group: III

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16. REGULATORY INFORMATION

XI - Irritant
R 10 - Flammable
R 36/37/38 - Irritating to eyes and respiratory system and skin.
S 26 - In case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of water and seek medical advice.
S 36 - Wear suitable protective clothing.
S 16 - Keep away from sources of ignition - No Smoking.
S 62 - If swallowed, do not induce vomiting: seek medical advice immediately and show this container of
label.
17. OTHER INFORMATION
The Information above is believed to be accurate and represents the best information currently available to
us. However, we make no warranty of merchantability or any other warranty, express or implied, with
respect to such information, and we assume no liability resulting from its use. Users should make their
own investigations to determine the suitability of the information for their particular purpose.

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