Menthol Crystals (Pure-Natural)

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Material Safety Data Sheet 05/20/10
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Essential Oil Name: 100% Pure and All-Natural Menthol Crystals (crystalized peppermint essential oil)

Physical / Chemical Characteristics:

Fire and Explosion Data: Extinguishing media: Use foam, dry chemical, & CO2. Special firefighting procedures- Self contained breathing apparatus & protective clothing should be worn when fighting fires involving chemicals. Fire and explosion hazards: None known.

Reactivity Data: Conditions to avoid: None. Materials to avoid: Strong oxidizing agents. Decomposition of byproducts: CO2, CO, Fumes. Hazardous polymerization: Will not occur.
Health Data: Inhalation and symptoms of exposure: N/A. Skin and eye contact and symptoms of exposure: N/A. Skin absorption and symptoms of exposure: N/A. Ingestion risks and symptoms of exposure: N/A. Carcinogenicity: N/A/. 

Emergency & First Aid Procedures: Inhalation: seek fresh air immediately, if breathing is difficult- see doctor. Eyes: Flush immediately with clean water for at least 15 minutes. Contact doctor. Skin: remove contaminated clothing, wash affected areas with soap and water. Ingestion: give water to dilute, see doctor. 

Hazardous Ingredients/ SARA III Information: This proprietary material contains the following toxic chemicals subject to the reporting requirements of section 313 of Title III of the superfund amendments and reauthorization act of 1986 and 40 CFR Part 372. : None

Disclaimer:
This data is provided without any warranty, expressed or implied, regarding its correctness or accuracy. Since the conditions for use, handling, and storage and disposal of this product are beyond control, it is the responsibility of the user both to determine safe conditions for use of this product and to assume liability for loss, damage, or expense arising out of this product's improper use. No warranty expressed or implied regarding the product described herein shall be created by or inferred from any statement or omission in this MSDS. 

 IFRA Certificate of Compliance

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This is to confirm that the subject essential oil is composed of the single natural essential oil mentioned in compliance with the most recent guidelines published by I.F.R.A . (International Fragrance Association); 44^th amendment published on 08/07/09. The IFRA standards are based on safety assessments from RIFM. (Research Institute for Fragrance Materials).

Essential Oil Name:  100% Pure and All-Natural Menthol Crystals (crystalized peppermint essential oil)

Category 2:  Deodorant & Antiperspirant products

Category 3:  Eye products, male facial creams, baby creams, baby lotions, baby oils, products applied to recently shaved skin

Category 4:  Products applied to unshaved skin (perfumes), hair styling products, hair sprays, body creams, body oils, lotions (except for baby products), hair deodorant, foot care products

Category 5:  Female facial creams, facial make-up, hand cream, facial masks, baby powder/talc, wipes or refreshing tissues for face, neck, hands, body.

Category 6:  Ingredients must be GRAS.  Products include:  mouthwash, toothpaste.

Category 7:  Intimate feminine wipes, toilet wipes, baby wipes, insect repellent

Category 8:  Make-up removers, nail care, hair dyes

Category 9:  Bar soap, bath gels, foams, mousses, salts, oils & other products added to bathwater, body washes, conditioner (rinse off), face cleansers, liquid soap, shampoo of all types, shaving creams of all types, aerosol air freshener sprays

Category 10:  Laundry detergents of all types, fabric softeners of all types, household cleaning products, dishwashing detergent, shampoos for pets

Category 11:  All non-skin contact, air fresheners, plug-ins, solid substrate, membrane delivery, electrical, potpourri, powders, sachets, incense, lamp rings, reed diffusers, joss & incense sticks, animal sprays & cat litter, candles, deodorizers, maskers, insecticides, scratch and sniff

It is the responsibility of our customers to ensure the safety of the finished product containing this fragrance  by conducting all necessary tests.  You will notice that the recommended maximum usage level differs from what IFRA allows and what Natures Garden suggests.  Natures Garden frequently suggests a maximum usage level that is less than that of IFRA.  Your discretion is advised.

SPECIFICATION SHEET

Name:  Laevo Menthol Crystals USP Select FCC (Natural)  

CAS# 2216-51-5

FEMA# 2665

Botanical Name:  NA

Chemical Name:  NA

Empirical Formula/Molecular Weight:  C10H20O = 156.27

Appearance and Odor:  Colorless, hexagonal crystals, usually needle-like; fused masses or crystalline powder, with a pleasant peppermint like odor.

Color (Gardner)::  NA

Specifications

Assay:  Not less than 97% as Menthol.

Aldehyde Content:  NA

Optical Rotation:    -51 to -45 (1 gr. Menthol in 10ml. alcohol)

Flash Point (Closed Cup):  190F    88C

Boiling Point: 212C

Melting Point:  41 to 44C

UV Spectra:  NA

Acid Value:  NA

Solubility:  Almost soluble in water, glycerin, and in mineral oil.  Soluble in alcohol and in propylene glycol; Miscible in oils.

Other Information

Country of Origin:  India

Storage Recommendations:  Store in tight fiber or wooden drums in a cool area away from dampness, sunlight, and heat. 

Shelf Life:  24 months

Note:  Non- volatile residue: 0.05% max Organic Vol. Impurities: meets the requirment

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