Material Safety Data Sheet
Clove Oil
Revised: 07/13/2010
Replaces: 07/06/2010
Printed: 08/02/2010
Section 1 - Product Description
Product Name: Clove Oil
Product Code(s): 85-4820, 85-4822, 69-4506, 69-4507, C71152
Size: 100 mL, 500 mL
Chemical Name: Oil of Clove
CAS Number: 8000-34-8
Formula: Natural Product; see section 2
Synonyms: N/A
Distributor: Carolina Biological Supply Company, 2700 York Road, Burlington, NC 27215
Chemical Information: 800-227-1150 (8am-5pm (ET) M-F) Chemtrec 800-424-9300 (Transportation Spill Response 24 hours)
Section 2 - Hazard Identification
Emergency Overview: N/A
Potential Health Effects:
Eyes: May cause irritation. Skin: May cause irritation to skin.
Ingestion: May cause gastrointestinal discomfort. Inhalation: May cause irritation to respiratory tract.
Section 3 - Composition / Information on Ingredients
Principal Hazardous Components: Eugenol (CAS#97-53-0) 82-87%, including: 10% acety
TLV units: N/A
PEL units: N/A
Section 4 - First Aid Measures
Emergency and First Aid Procedures:
Eyes - In case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of water and seek medical advice.
Skin - After contact with skin, take off immediately all contaminated clothing, and wash immediately with plenty of ... (Water,
unless specified as a water reactive material).
Ingestion - If swallowed, if conscious, give plenty of water and induce vomiting immediately as directed by medical personnel.
Immediately call a physician or poison control center. Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person.
Inhalation - In case of accident by inhalation: remove casualty to fresh air and keep at rest.
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Section 5 - Firefighting Procedures
Flash Point (Method Used): 93.3 癈 (CC)
NFPA Rating:
Health: 1
Fire: 1
Reactivity: 0
Extinguisher Media: Use dry chemical, CO2 or appropriate foam.
Flammable Limits in Air % by Volume: N/A
Autoignition Temperature: N/A
Special Firefighting Procedures: Firefighters should wear full protective equipment and NIOSH approved self-contained
breathing apparatus.
Unusual Fire and Explosion Hazards: Explosive when mixed with oxidising substances.
Fire or excessive heat may produce hazardous decomposition products.
Section 6 - Spill or Leak Procedures
Steps to Take in Case Material Is Released or Spilled: Ventilate area of spill. Eliminate all sources of ignition. Remove all
non-essential personnel from area. Clean-up personnel should wear proper protective equipment and clothing. Absorb material
with suitable absorbent and containerize for disposal.
Section 7 - Special Precautions
Precautions to Take in Handling or Storing: Avoid direct sunlight and heat. Keep container tightly closed in a cool, well-
ventilated place.
Section 8 - Protection Information
Respiratory Protection (Specify Type): None needed under normal conditions of use with adequate ventilation. A
NIOSH/MSHA chemical cartridge respirator should be worn if PEL or TLV is exceeded.
Ventilation:
Local Exhaust: No
Mechanical(General): No
Special: No
Other: No
Protective Gloves: Natural rubber, Neoprene, PVC or equivalent.
Eye Protection: Splash proof chemical safety goggles should be worn.
Other Protective Clothing or Equipment: Lab coat, apron, eye wash, safety shower.
Section 9 - Physical Data
Molecular Weight: N/A Melting Point: N/A
Boiling Point: 250 癈 Vapor Pressure: N/A
Vapor Density(Air=1): N/A Specific Gravity (H2O=1): 1.0469
Percent Volatile by Volume: 100% Evaporation Rate (BuAc=1): >1
Solubility in Water: Practically Insoluble Appearance and Odor: Clear, Yellow liquid with sweet odor.
Section 10 - Reactivity Data
Stability: Stable
Conditions to Avoid: Heat and sources of ignition.
Incompatibility (Materials to Avoid): Metals, Potassium Permaganate, Oxidizers,
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Hazardous Decomposition Products: COx,
Hazardous Polymerization: Will not occur
Section 11 - Toxicity Data
Toxicity Data: (Eugenol) orl-rat LD50 1930 mg/kg
Effects of Overexposure:
Acute: See Section 2
Chronic: Not listed as a carcinogen by IARC, NTP or OSHA.
Conditions Aggravated by Overexposure: Skin disorders,
Target Organs: Gastrointestinal tract, Eyes, Skin,
Primary Route(s) of Entry: Ingestion, Skin contact.
Section 12 - Ecological Data
EPA Waste Numbers: N/A
Section 13 - Disposal Information
Waste Disposal Methods: Dispose in accordance with all applicable Federal, State and Local regulations. Always contact a
permitted waste disposer (TSD) to assure compliance.
Section 14 - Transport Information
DOT Proper Shipping Name: N/A
Section 15 - Regulatory Information
EPA TSCA Status: On TSCA Inventory
Hazard Category for SARA Section 311/312 Reporting: Acute
Name List: Chemical Category:
Clove Oil - No Clove Oil - No
CERCLA Section 103 RQ(lb.): Clove Oil - No
RCRA Section 261.33: Clove Oil - No
Section 16 - Additional Information
The information provided in this Material Safety Data Sheet represents a compilation of data drawn directly from various sources
available to us. Carolina Biological Supply makes no representation or guarantee as to the suitability of this information to a
particular application of the substance covered in the Material Safety Data Sheet. Any employer must carefully assess the
applicability of any information contained herein in regards to the particular use to which the employer puts the material.
Glossary
ACGIH American Conference of Governmental Industrial Hygienists
CAS Number Chemical Services Abstract Number
CERCLA Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation, and Liability Act
DOT U.S. Department of Transportation
IARC International Agency of Research on Cancer
N/A Not Available
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NTP National Toxicology Program
OSHA Occupational Safety and Health Administration
PEL Permissible Exposure Limit
ppm Parts per million
RCRA Resource Conservation and Recovery Act
SARA Superfund Amendments and Reauthorization Act
TLV Threshold Limit Value
TSCA Toxic Substances Control Act
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