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Cajuput, ext.

MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
1. IDENTIFICATION OF SUBSTANCE/PREPARATION & COMPANY.
PRODUCT NAME: Cajaput Oil
PRODUCT CODE: 30249
SUPPLIER: The Soap Kitchen, 11a South Street, Torrington, Devon, EX38 8AA
Emergency Tel No: 01805 622944 Emergency Contact: Mr. Richard Phillips.

2. COMPOSITION / INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS.
DEFINITION/BOTANICAL ORIGIN: The volatile oil obtained by steam distillation from the fresh leaves of the
plant Melaleuca leucadendron.
H-No: 3301.29 CAS No: 85480-37-1 Status: natural
CoE No: 276 FEMA: 2225 Additives: none
FDA: 172.510 IFRA: not restricted Application: Aromatherapy, skin care etc
RIFM: EINECS: 287-316-4 RTECS:
INCI name: Melaleuca leucadendron FCCIV:

3. HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION:
R10 Flammable Xn Harmful

4. FIRST-AID MEASURES:
INHALATION: Remove from exposure site to fresh air. Keep at rest. Obtain medical
attention.
EYE CONTACT: Rinse immediately with plenty of water for at least 15 mins. Contact a doctor if
symptoms persist.
SKIN CONTACT: Remove contaminated clothes. Wash thoroughly with soap & water,
flush with plenty of water. If irritation persists, seek medical advice.
Rinse mouth out with water. Seek medical advice immediately.
INGESTION:
OTHER: When assessing action take Risk & Safety Phrases into account
(Section 15)

5. FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES.
EXTINGUISHING MEDIA Use CO2, Dry Powder or Foam type Extinguishers, spraying
extinguishing media to base of flames. Do not use direct water jet on
RECOMMENDED:
burning material.
SPECIAL MEASURES: Avoid vapour inhalation. Keep away from sources of ignition. Do not
smoke. Wear positive pressure self-contained breathing apparatus &
protective clothing.
EXTINGUISHING PROCEDURES: Closed containers may build up pressure when exposed to heat and
should be cooled with water spray.

6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES.
PERSONAL PRECAUTIONS: Avoid inhalation & direct contact with skin & eyes. Use individual
protective equipment (safety glasses, waterproof-boots, suitable
protective clothing) in case of major spillages.
ENVIRONMENT PRECAUTIONS: Keep away from drains, soils, surface & groundwaters.
CLEANING UP METHODS Remove all potential ignition sources. Contain spilled material. Cover
with an inert or non-combustible inorganic absorbent material, sweep
FOR SPILLAGES:
up and remove to an approved disposal container. Observe state,
federal & local disposal regulations.

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7. HANDLING & STORAGE.
PRECAUTIONS IN HANDLING: Apply good manufacturing practice & industrial hygiene practices,
ensuring proper ventilation. Observe good personal hygiene, and do
not eat, drink or smoke whilst handling.
STORAGE CONDITIONS: Store in tightly closed original container, in a cool, dry & ventilated area
away from heat sources & protected from light. Keep air contact to a
minimum.
FIRE PROTECTION: Keep away from ignition sources & naked flames. Take precautions to
avoid static discharges in working area.

8. EXPOSURE CONTROLS/PERSONAL PROTECTION.
RESPIRATORY PROTECTION: Avoid breathing product vapour. Apply local ventilation where possible.
VENTILATION: Ensure good ventilation of working area.
HAND PROTECTION: Avoid all skin contact. Use chemically resistant gloves if required.
EYE PROTECTION: Use safety glasses.
WORK/HYGIENE PRACTICES: Wash hands with soap & water after handling.

9. PHYSICAL & CHEMICAL PROPERTIES.
COLOUR: Colourless to yellow liquid
APPEARANCE: Clear, mobile liquid
ODOUR: Characteristic, reminiscent of cineol
FLASH POINT ??C: 50
SPECIFIC GRAVITY @ 20??C: 0.895 - 0.923
Refractive index @ 20??C: 1.464 - 1.484
SOLUBILITY IN ALCOHOL: 1 +2 (Ethanol 80%)

10. STABILITY & REACTIVITY.
REACTIVITY: It presents no significant reactivity hazards, by itself or in contact with
water. Avoid contact with strong acids, alkali or oxidising agents.
DECOMPOSITION: Liable to cause smoke & acrid fumes during combustion: carbon
monoxide, carbon dioxide & other non-identified organic compounds
may be formed.

11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION.
Eukalyptol LD50 orl rat: 2.48g/kg
Terpineol LD50 orl rat: 4.3g/kg
D-Limonene LD50 orl rat: >5.0g/kg
Terpinen-4-ol LD50 orl rat: 1.3g/kg

12. ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION.
BIODEGRADABILITY: Data not available
PRECAUTIONS: Prevent surface contamination of soil, ground & surface water.

13. DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS.
Avoid disposing to drainage systems and into the environment. Seek expert advice.

14. TRANSPORT REGULATIONS.
UN 1993: applies
Road (ADR/RID: Class 3 item 31/c
Air (IATA/ICAO): Class 3 dangerous goods
SEA (IMDG): Class 3 dangerous goods
CHIP: See section 15

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15. REGULATORY INFORMATION. According to Directive 88/379/EEC
HAZARDS: Harmful
SYMBOLS: Xn
RISK PHRASES: R10 Flammable
R65 May cause lung damage if swallowed
SAFETY PHRASES: S16 no smoking, keep sources of ignition at a distance
S62 Do not cause vomiting if substance has been swallowed, obtain
medical advice immediately and show the package or data sheet.
16. OTHER INFORMATION.
Cosmetics Directive 7th Amendment: Restrictions may apply. A source of Geraniol, Limonene and
Linalool, listed as sensitisers. Check maximum usage levels for skin care products.

PACKAGING:
Type Suitability
Glass Yes
Lacquer lined steel/tin Yes
Aluminium Yes
HPPE No
F/HDPE Yes
Other plastic No
SHELF LIFE
When stored within advised conditions, re-test after 12 months and then at 3 monthly intervals up to a
maximum life of 36 months.

Q.C. REQUIREMENTS.
In-line with general product specification. Always satisfy suitability for specific application.
The data provided in this material safety data sheet is meant to represent typical data/analysis for this
product and is correct to the best of our knowledge. The data was obtained from current and reliable
sources, but is supplied without warranty, expressed or implied, regarding its?? correctness or accuracy. It
is the user's responsibility to determine safe conditions for the use of this product, and to assume liability
for loss, injury, damage or expense arising from improper use of this product. The information provided
does not constitute a contract to supply to any specification, or for any given application, and buyers
should seek to verify their requirements and product use.

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