Main hazards: Irritating to eyes. May cause sensitisation by skin contact.
Other hazards: Contact with combustible material may cause fire.
4. FIRST AID MEASURES (SYMPTOMS)
Skin contact: There may be redness or whiteness of the skin in the area of exposure.
Eye contact: The eyes may water profusely.
Ingestion: There may be soreness and redness of the mouth and throat. There may be difficulty
swallowing.
Inhalation: There may be irritation of the throat with a feeling of tightness in the chest. Exposure may cause
coughing or wheezing.
4. FIRST AID MEASURES (ACTION)
Skin contact: Remove all contaminated clothes and footwear immediately unless stuck to skin. Wash
immediately with plenty of soap and water. Consult a doctor.
Eye contact: Bathe the eye with running water for 15 minutes. Transfer to hospital for specialist examination.
Ingestion: Do not induce vomiting. Consult a doctor.
Inhalation: Remove casualty from exposure ensuring one's own safety whilst doing so. Consult a doctor.
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5. FIRE-FIGHTING MEASURES
Extinguishing media: Dry chemical powder. Carbon dioxide. Alcohol or polymer foam. Do not use water.
Exposure hazards: In combustion emits toxic fumes.
Protection of fire-fighters: Wear self-contained breathing apparatus. Wear protective clothing to prevent contact with skin
and eyes.
6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
Personal precautions: Refer to section 8 of SDS for personal protection details. Mark out the contaminated area with
signs and prevent access to unauthorised personnel. Do not attempt to take action without
suitable protective clothing - see section 8 of SDS. Eliminate all sources of ignition.
Environmental precautions: Contain the spillage using bunding.
Clean-up procedures: Absorb into dry earth or sand. Transfer to a closable, labelled salvage container for disposal by
an appropriate method.
7. HANDLING AND STORAGE
Handling requirements: Ensure there is sufficient ventilation of the area. Avoid direct contact with the substance.
Storage conditions: Store in cool, well ventilated area. Keep container tightly closed. Keep away from direct
sunlight. Keep away from sources of ignition.
Suitable packaging: Must only be kept in original packaging.
8. EXPOSURE CONTROLS / PERSONAL PROTECTION
Engineering measures: Ensure there is sufficient ventilation of the area.
Respiratory protection: Gas/vapour filter, type A: organic vapours (EN141).
Hand protection: PVC gloves.
Eye protection: Face-shield. Safety goggles.
Skin protection: Solvent resistant protective clothing.
9. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
State: Liquid
Colour: Colourless
Odour: Characteristic odour
Evaporation rate: Negligible
Solubility in water: Insoluble
Also soluble in: Most organic solvents.
Flash point癈: >99
Vapour pressure: <1 mm Hg @ 20C
Relative density: 0.919
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10. STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
Stability: Stable under normal conditions.
Conditions to avoid: Hot surfaces. Sources of ignition. Light.
Materials to avoid: Oxidising agents. Acids. Alkalis.
Haz. decomp. products: In combustion emits toxic fumes.
11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Acute toxicity: HYDROXYCITRONELLAL A
ORL RAT LD50 5.0 g/kg
Hazardous ingredients: HYDROXYCITRONELLAL
ORL RAT LD50 >5 g/kg
Chronic toxicity: May cause sensitisation by skin contact.
Routes of exposure: Refer to section 4 of SDS for routes of exposure and corresponding symptoms.
12. ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Mobility: Floats on water. Readily absorbed into soil.
Persistence and degradability: No data available.
13. DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS
Disposal operations: D10 Incineration on land.
R2 Recycling/reclamation of organic substances which are not used as solvents.
Disposal of packaging: Arrange for collection by specialised disposal company.
NB: The user's attention is drawn to the possible existence of regional or national regulations
regarding disposal.
14. TRANSPORT INFORMATION
ADR / RID
UN no: -
Shipping name: NOT CLASSIFIED AS DANGEROUS IN THE MEANING OF TRANSPORT REGULATIONS.
IMDG / IMO
UN no: -
IATA / ICAO
UN no: -
15. REGULATORY INFORMATION
Hazard symbols: Irritant.
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Risk phrases: R36: Irritating to eyes.
R43: May cause sensitisation by skin contact.
Safety phrases: S24: Avoid contact with skin.
S26: In case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of water and seek medical
advice.
S37: Wear suitable gloves.
S60: This material and its container must be disposed of as hazardous waste.
Precautionary phrases: Contains Hydroxycitronellal. May produce an allergic reaction.
Water hazard class: 1
Note: The regulatory information given above only indicates the principal regulations specifically
applicable to the product described in the safety data sheet. The user's attention is drawn to
the possible existence of additional provisions which complete these regulations. Refer to all
applicable national, international and local regulations or provisions.
16. OTHER INFORMATION
Other information: If this material is to be used as a fragrance material, please ensure it is used at a concentration
that complies with the International Fragrance Association's Code of Practice.
This material contains ingredients listed in European Directive 2003/15/EC as allergens.
Please label all your products containing this material, to be used as fragrance/cosmetics
products, as required by any applicable legislation and IFRA guidelines.
Risk phrases used in s.2: R36: Irritating to eyes.
R43: May cause sensitisation by skin contact.
Legal disclaimer: The above information is believed to be correct but does not purport to be all inclusive and shall
be used only as a guide. This company shall not be held liable for any damage resulting from
handling or from contact with the above product.