Gem Aromatics Pvt. Ltd.

Head Office: A/410, Kailash Complex, Powai Vikroli Link Rd,

Vikroli W, Mumbai-400079.India.
Phone: +91-22-32920261 Fax:+91-22-25180531 web:
www.gemaromatics.com

MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET

MENTHOL Crystal
1. Identification of the substance and Company information
Product Name Menthol Crystal
Chemical Name 5-menthyl-2-(1-methylethyl)cyclohexanol
CAS Number 2216-51-5
Chemical formula C10H20O
Synonyms 5-menthyl-2-(1-methylethyl)cyclohexanol,l-menthol
Manufacturer Gem Aromatics Pvt Ltd.
Plot No. 2, Survey no 16/4/2,Near Alok Industries, Village Rakholi
Silvassa - 396320 (D & NH), India
Tel. +9016553329

2.Hazards identification
2. A Classification of the substance or mixture
Classification according to Regulation (EC) No 1272/2008
Skin corrosion/irritation, Hazard Category 2; H315
Serious eye damage/eye irritation, Hazard Category 2; H319.
2.B Label elements
Labelling according Regulation (EC) No 1272/2008
Pictogram

Signal word Warning

Hazard statement(s)
H315 Causes skin irritation.
H319 Causes serious eye irritation.

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Head Office: A/410, Kailash Complex, Powai Vikroli Link Rd,
Vikroli W, Mumbai-400079.India.
Phone: +91-22-32920261 Fax:+91-22-25180531 web:
www.gemaromatics.com

Precautionary statement(s)
P280 Wear protective gloves/eye protection/face protection
P302+352 IF ON SKIN:wash with plenty of water
P305+P351+P338 IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes.
Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing.
P332+P313 If skin irritation occurs: Get medical advice/attention.
P337+P313 If eye irritation persists: Get medical advice/attention
P362+P364 Take off contaminated clothing and wash it before reuse.

2.C Other hazards – none

2.D
HMIS Classification NFPA Rating
Health Hazard :2 Health Hazard : 2
Flammability :1 Fire :1
Physical hazards :0 Reactive Hazard : 0

Health 2

Fire 1

Reactivity 0

Personal
Protection H

Potential Health Effects

3.Composition / Information on ingredients

3.1 Substances
Formula : C10H20O
Molecular Weight : 156.27 g/mol
CAS-No. : 2216-51-5

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Head Office: A/410, Kailash Complex, Powai Vikroli Link Rd,
Vikroli W, Mumbai-400079.India.
Phone: +91-22-32920261 Fax:+91-22-25180531 web:
www.gemaromatics.com

EC-No. : 218-690-9
Hazardous ingredients according to Regulation (EC) No 1272/2008

Component Classification Concentration

Menthol
CAS NO : 2216-51-5 Skin irrit. 2; Eye Irrit 2 <100%
EC NO : 218-690-9 H315;H319
Hazardous ingredients according to Directive 1999/45/EC
Component Classification Concentration
Menthol
CAS NO : 2216-51-5 NIL <100%
EC NO : 218-690-9

4.First – Aid measures

Inhalation : If inhaled remove to fresh air, If breathing is difficult give oxygen,
If not breathing, give artificial respiration. Get medical attention.
Ingestion : Do not induce vomiting unless directed to do so by medical personnel. Rinse
Out the mouth with water. Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious
Person. Get medical attention immediately.
Skin Contact : In case of contact, immediately remove contaminated clothing and shoes. Flush
the affected area with plenty of water and soap for at least 15-20 minutes.
Launder clothing before reuse. If irritation develops get medical attention
immediately.
Eye contact : In case of immediately flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 10-15
Minutes. Flush longer if there is any indication of residual chemical in the eye
Ensure adequate flushing of the eyes by separating the eyelids with fingers and
Roll eyes in a circular. Get medical attention immediately.

5. Fire – Fighting measures

Extinguishing media : Small fire - Use dry chemical powder
Suitable Large fire - Use water spray, fog or foam. Do not use water jet.
Hazardous thermal : These products are carbon dioxides (CO, CO2)
(de)composition
Products
Special fire fighting : Fire fighter should wear positive pressure self-contained breathing apparatus
Procedure and full turnout gear.
Protection of fire : Be sure to use an approved / certified respirator or equivalent.

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Head Office: A/410, Kailash Complex, Powai Vikroli Link Rd,
Vikroli W, Mumbai-400079.India.
Phone: +91-22-32920261 Fax:+91-22-25180531 web:
www.gemaromatics.com

6. Accidental release measures

Personal precautions : Splash goggles, Full suit, Boots, Gloves. Suggested protective clothing might
not be suffient,consult specialist before handling this product.
Environmental : Absorb with an inert material and put the spilled material in an appropriate
Precautions & clean waste disposal.
Up Methods

7. Handling and Storage

Handling : Keep away from heat and source of ignition. Avoid contact with skin, eyes and
Breathing vapors, mist or gas. Keep away from incompatibles such as oxidizing
Agents.

Storage : Keep container tightly closed. Keep container in a cool, well-ventilated area.
Packaging materials : Use original container.
Recommended

8. Exposure controls / Personal protection

Engineering measures : Provide exhaust ventilation or other engineering controls to keep the airborne
Concentrations of vapors below their respective occupational exposure limits.
Ensure that eyewash stations and safety showers are proximal to the work
Proximal to the work – station.
Hygiene : Wash hands after handling compounds and before eating, smoking, using
Lavatory and at the end of the day
Occupational exposure : Not available
Limits
Recommended : Not available
Monitoring procedures
Personal protective equipment
Respiratory : Wear appropriate respirator when ventilation is inadequate.

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Head Office: A/410, Kailash Complex, Powai Vikroli Link Rd,
Vikroli W, Mumbai-400079.India.
Phone: +91-22-32920261 Fax:+91-22-25180531 web:
www.gemaromatics.com

Skin and body : Lab coat

Hands : Gloves
Eyes : Safety glasses

9. Physical and Chemical properties

Appearance : colorless prismatic crystals

Odour : Strong, minty cooling effect

Boiling point : 212.0 0C @ 760 mm of Hg
Melting point : 41-44°c

Flash point : 1010C (Closed Cup)

Explosive properties : Risks of explosion of the product in presence of mechanical impact – NA
Risks of explosion of the product in presence of static discharge - NA
Oxidizing properties : Not Available
Vapour pressure : Not Available
Vapour density : Not Available

R.I : 1.4570-1.4590
Solubility : Soluble in alcohol
Viscosity : NA

10. Stability and Reactivity

Stability : May slowly oxidize on exposure to air.

Material to avoid : Extremely reactive or incompatible with oxidizing agents
Hazardous : These products are carbon oxides (CO, CO2)
decomposition products
Other information : When burning can generate carbon dioxides and carbon monoxide.

11.Toxicological information
Toxicity:
Oral(Rat)LD50 :1930mg/kg
Local effects

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Head Office: A/410, Kailash Complex, Powai Vikroli Link Rd,
Vikroli W, Mumbai-400079.India.
Phone: +91-22-32920261 Fax:+91-22-25180531 web:
www.gemaromatics.com

Skin irritation : May cause sensitization by skin contact (irritant).

Other information

Skin irritation : Mild irritation at the site of contact

Eye irritation : There may be irritation and redness.
Carcinogenic effects : Not available
Mutagenic effects : Not available

Additional Information: RTECS; SJ4375000

12.Ecological information
Other information : Prevent contamination of soil, ground and surface water

13.Disposal consideration
Methods of disposal, : Waste must be disposed of in accordance with federal, state, local
Waste of residues Environment control regulations.
Contaminated packaging
Waste classification
European waste : Not available
Catalogue
Hazardous waste : The classification of the product may meet the criteria for a hazardous waste.

14. Transportation information

International transport regulations

Regulatory UN number Proper Class Packaging Label Additional

information shipping name group information
ADR/RID Not regulated as Hazards material
class
IMDG class Not regulated as Hazards material

IATA – Not regulated as Hazards material

DGR class

15.Regulatory

OSHA Hazards : No known hazards

DSL status : This product listed in Canadian DSL.

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 Gem Aromatics Pvt. Ltd.
Head Office: A/410, Kailash Complex, Powai Vikroli Link Rd,
Vikroli W, Mumbai-400079.India.
Phone: +91-22-32920261 Fax:+91-22-25180531 web:
www.gemaromatics.com

SARA 311/312 :NO SARA Hazards

Risk phrases R36/37/38 – Irritating to eyes, respiratory system and skin
Safety phrases : S 26 – In case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of water and
Seek medical advice.
S 24/25- Avoid contact with skin and Eyes

This chemical is listed on the following inventories :TSCA

16.Other information

Full text of H-Statements referred to under sections 2 and 3.

H315 Causes skin irritation.
H319 Causes serious eye irritation.
Full text of R-phrases referred to under sections 2 and 3
R36/38 Irritating to eyes and skin.

User’s responsibility / disclosure of liability:

The information in this MSDS was obtained from current and reliable sources. However the information is
provided without any warranty, expressed or implied regarding its correctness or accuracy. It does not
constitute a material specification for the product. As the conditions or methods of use are beyond our
control. It is the responsibility of the user both to determine safe conditions for the use of this product and
to assume liability for injury or damage resulting from improper use of this product. No warranty or
implied regarding the product described herein shall be created by or inferred from any statement or
omission in this MSDS. Various Federal, State or Provisional agencies may have specific regulations
concerning the transportation, handling, storage, use or disposal of this product which may not be reflected
in this MSDS. The user should review these regulations to ensure full compliance.

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