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1 - Identification of Chemical Product and Company
Statement of Hazardous Nature
This product is classified as: Non Hazardous according to the criteria of NOHSC Australia.
Not a Dangerous Good according to the Australian Dangerous Goods (ADG) Code.
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Shizuoka, Japan
Substance type:
Trade Name:
Botanic name:
Product Use:
Creation Date:
Revision Date:
Residual Floral Waters of the steam distillation process of essential oils.
Lavender Bulgarian Hydrosol – Certified Organic
Deriv. Lavandula angustifolia
Skin care products, facial sprays, soaps, surface sprays.
January 2009
January 2012
Section 2 – Composition/Information on Ingredients
Ingredients
INCI Name
CAS No
Conc,%
TWA (mg/m3)
Lavender hydrosol Lavandula angustifolia
N/A
not set
This product is made from natural sources and may vary slightly from batch to batch.
STEL (mg/m3)
not set
The TWA exposure value is the average airborne concentration of a particular substance when calculated over a normal 8 hour working day for a 5
day working week. The STEL (Short Term Exposure Limit) is an exposure value that should not be exceeded for more than 15 minutes and should
not be repeated for more than 4 times per day. There should be at least 60 minutes between successive exposures at the STEL. The term "peak "is
used when the TWA limit, because of the rapid action of the substance, should never be exceeded, even briefly.
Section 3 - Hazards Identification
Risk Phrases: Not Hazardous - No criteria found.
Safety Phrases: None allocated.
SUSDP Classification: None allocated.
ADG Classification: Not a Dangerous Good.
UN Number: None allocated
Emergency Overview
Physical Description & colour: Clear to yellow liquid
Odour: Sweet floral aroma
Major Health Hazards: No major health hazards are known.
Potential Health Effects
Inhalation
Short term exposure: Available data indicates that this product is not harmful. In addition, product is unlikely to
cause any discomfort or irritation.
Long Term exposure: No data for health effects associated with long term inhalation.
Skin Contact:
Short term exposure: Available data indicates that this product is not harmful. It should present no hazards in
normal use. However, product may be mildly irritating to skin in normal use, and may cause discomfort on extended
exposure which should disappear once contact ceases.
Long Term exposure: No data for health effects associated with long term skin exposure.
Eye Contact:
Short term exposure: Some users may be sensitive when exposure penetrates the eyes. Eye stinging and
reddening of eyes and watering are the symptoms. Symptoms will disappear once exposure has ceased.
Long Term exposure: No data for health effects associated with long term eye exposure.
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Ingestion:
Short term exposure: Available data shows that this product is not harmful. However, ingestion may result in
gastric disturbances and nausea. Available data shows that this product is not harmful. However, ingestion may result
in gastric disturbances and nausea.
Long Term exposure: No data for health effects associated with long term ingestion.
Carcinogen Status:
NOHSC: No significant ingredient is classified as carcinogenic by NOHSC.
NTP: No significant ingredient is classified as carcinogenic by NTP.
IARC: No significant ingredient is classified as carcinogenic by IARC.
Section 4 - First Aid Measures
General Information:
You should call The Poisons Information Centre if you feel that you may have been poisoned, burned or irritated by
this product. The number is 13 1126 from anywhere in Australia and is available at all times. Have this MSDS with
you when you call.
Inhalation: First aid is not generally required. If in doubt, contact a Poisons Information Centre or a doctor.
Skin Contact: Irritation is unlikely. However, if irritation does occur, flush with lukewarm, gently flowing water for 5
minutes or until chemical is removed.
Eye Contact: Flush the contaminated eye(s) with lukewarm, gently flowing water for 5 minutes while holding the
eyelid(s) open. Obtain medical advice if irritation becomes painful or lasts more than a few minutes. Quickly and
gently blot or brush away product. Immediately flush the contaminated eye(s) with lukewarm, gently flowing water until
the product is removed or until a few minutes after irritation has ceased, while holding the eyelid(s) open. Take care
not to rinse contaminated water into the unaffected eye or onto the face.
Ingestion: First aid is not generally required. If in doubt, contact a Poisons Information Centre or a doctor. First aid
is not generally required. If in doubt, contact a Poisons Information Centre or a doctor.
Section 5 – Fire Fighting Measures
Fire and Explosion Hazards: There is no risk of an explosion from this product.
Extinguishing Media: None required
Fire Fighting:
Flash point:
Not defined
Upper Flammability Limit:
Lower Flammability Limit:
Autoignition temperature:
Flammability Class:
No data.
No data.
No data.
None defined
Section 6 – Accidental Release Measures
Accidental release: Allow to dry naturally
Section 7 – Handling and Storage
Handling:
Storage: Store in a cool, well ventilated area.
Make sure that containers of this product are kept tightly closed. Keep containers of this product in a well ventilated
area. Keep away from combustible materials. Make sure that the product does not come into contact with substances
listed under "Materials to avoid" in Section 10. Check packaging - there may be further storage instructions on the
label.
Section 8 Exposure Controls and Personal Protection
The following Australian Standards will provide general advice regarding safety clothing and equipment:
Respiratory equipment: AS/NZS 1715, Protective Gloves: AS 2161, Industrial Clothing: AS2919, Industrial Eye
Protection: AS1336 and AS/NZS 1337, Occupational Protective Footwear: AS/NZS2210.
Exposure Limits
TWA (mg/m3)
STEL (mg/m3)
Exposure limits have not been established by NOHSC for this product.
Ventilation: No special ventilation requirements are normally necessary for this product. However make sure that
the work environment remains clean and that dusts are minimised.
Eye Protection: Eye protection such as protective glasses or goggles should be worn when there is a chance of
sensitivity. Protective glasses or goggles can be worn when this product is being used. Failure to protect your eyes
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may cause them harm. Emergency eye wash facilities are also recommended in an area close to where this product
is being used.
Skin Protection: The information at hand indicates that this product is not harmful and that normally no special skin
protection is necessary. However, we suggest that you routinely avoid contact with all chemical products and that you
wear suitable gloves (preferably elbow-length) when handling this product. The information at hand indicates that this
product is not harmful and that normally no special skin protection is necessary. However, we suggest that you
routinely avoid contact with all chemical products and that you wear suitable gloves (preferably elbow-length) when
handling this product.
Protective Material Types: There is no specific recommendation for any particular protective material type.
rubber, PVC.
Respirator: Usually, no respirator is necessary when using this product. However, if you have any doubts consult
the Australian Standard mentioned above.
Eyebaths or eyewash stations should be provided near to where this product is being used.
Section 9 - Physical and Chemical Properties:
Physical Description & colour:
Odour:
Boiling Point:
Freezing/Melting Point:
Volatiles:
Vapour Pressure:
Vapour Density:
Specific Gravity:
Water Solubility:
pH:
Volatility:
Odour Threshold:
Evaporation Rate:
Coeff Oil/water distribution:
Autoignition temp:
Clear to yellow liquid
Sweet floral aroma
No data.
No specific data. Liquid at normal temperatures.
No data.
No data.
No data.
0.990 -1.010
Insoluble.
No data.
No data.
No data.
No data.
No data
No data.
Section 10 – Stability and Reactivity
Reactivity: This product is unlikely to react or decompose under normal storage conditions. However, if you have
any doubts, contact the supplier for advice on shelf life properties.
Conditions to Avoid: This product should be kept in a cool place, preferably below 30°C. Containers should be
kept dry.
Incompatibilities: Products likely to contaminate.
Fire Decomposition: No known
Polymerisation: This product is unlikely to undergo polymerisation processes.
Section 11 – Toxicological Information
Target Organs:
There is no data to hand indicating any particular target organs.
Classification of Hazardous Ingredients
Ingredient
Risk Phrases
No hazardous ingredients present in hazardous concentrations.
Section 12 – Ecological Information
This product is biodegradable. It will not accumulate in the soil or water or cause long term problems.
Section 13 – Disposal Considerations
Disposal: Containers should be emptied as completely as practical before disposal. If possible, recycle containers
either in-house or send to recycle company. If this is not practical, send to a commercial waste disposal site. Please
do NOT dispose into sewers or waterways.
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Section 14 – Transport Information
ADG CodeThis product is not classified as a Dangerous Good. No special transport conditions are necessary unless
required by other regulations.
Packaging Method: To comply with storage recommendations, it is recommended to packge goods in
robust, air tight containers.
Section 15 – Regulatory Information
AICS: This product was found in the public AICS Database. This product was found in the public AICS Database.
Section 16 – Other Information
This MSDS contains only safety-related information. For other data see product literature.
Acronyms:
ADG Code
AICS
CAS number
Hazchem Number
IARC
NOHSC
NOS
NTP
R-Phrase
SUSDP
UN Number
Australian Code for the Transport of Dangerous Goods by Road and Rail
Australian Inventory of Chemical Substances
Chemical Abstracts Service Registry Number
Emergency action code of numbers and letters that provide information to
emergency services especially firefighters
International Agency for Research on Cancer
National Occupational Health and Safety Commission
Not otherwise specified
National Toxicology Program (USA)
Risk Phrase
Standard for the Uniform Scheduling of Drugs & Poisons
United Nations Number
CONTACT POINT:
TELEPHONE:
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National Poisons Information Centre:
Dial 13 1126 (from anywhere in Australia)
The information contained in the Material Safety Data Sheet was obtained from current and reliable sources. The data is supplied without warranty,
expressed or implied, regarding it’s correctness and accuracy. It is the user’s responsibility to determine safe conditions for use of this product and
to assume loss, injury, damage or expense resulting from improper use of this product.
Please read all labels carefully before using product.
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