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Material Safety Data Sheet
ORGANIC FRANKINCENSE (OLIBANUM) - SOMALIA
Boswellia carterii
ESSENTIAL OIL
ORGANIC FRANKINCENSE OIL IDENTIFICATION
Common Name
Frankincense Oil
Botanical Name
Boswellia Caterii
Hazard Ratings:
Health:
Flammability:
Reactivity:
FRANKINCENSE OIL FIRE, EXPLOSION & REACTIVITY DATA
Flash Point
121°F
Extinguishing Media
FOG | CO2-Y | FOAM-Y | DRY CHEMICAL-Y
Fire Fighting Procedures
Use media for Class B fires: Foam CO2 or dry compound.
UNUSUAL FIRE EXPLOSION HAZARDS: Avoid direct contact with water.
Hazardous Combustable OR
Decomposition Products
Dense black smoke produced
STABILITY: DOT CLASS: Flammable liquid Class II
Conditions/Materials To Avoid
In typical uses, no contact with flammable or explosive chemicals oxidizing agents,
acids, peroxides, halogens, vinyl chloride, iodine.
Hazardous Polymerization Products
Avoid high temperature contact with reactive monomers i.e., vinyl chloride.
FRANKINCENSE OIL PHYSICAL DATA
Odor, Appearance, And Physical State
Yellow oil, scent of Frankincense.
Boiling Point
339F
Melting Point
N/A
Specific Gravity
(H2O = 1.0):
Vapor Pressure
N/A
Vapor Density
(AIR = 1): N/A
Solubility In H2o
Insoluble
NFPA CLASS: -
FRANKINCENSE OIL PROTECTION INFORMATION
Respiratory
Not usually required unless in a confined, poorly ventilated area.
Ventilation
Provide adequate ventilation.
Eye
Splash resistant safety glasses
Skin
Vinyl gloves
FRANKINCENSE OIL OCCUPATIONAL EXPOSURE LIMIT
Threshold Limit
-
OSHA Permissible Exposure Limit (PEL)
Carcinogen
Has the substance been listed as a carcinogen or potential carcinogen in the 'Annual
Report on Carcinogens' published by NTP, the International Agency for Research on
Cancer, or by OSHA?
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FRANKINCENSE OIL HEALTH HAZARD IINFORMATION
Material Type
Natural essential oil.
Health Hazard
Liquid may irritate eyes and skin. Liquid may cause dermatitis.
Primary Entry Routes
Inhalation, skin, eye, ingestion
FRANKINCENSE OIL EMERGENCY FIRST AID PROCEDURES
Inhalation Exposure
Move to fresh air. Aid in breathing, if necessary, and get immediate medical attention.
Eye Contact
Immediately rinse eyes with running water for 15 minute. If irritation develops,
get medical attention.
Skin Contact
Wash affected areas with soap and water. If irritation develops, get medical attention.
Ingestion
Swallow water and get immediately get medical attention.
First Aid Notes
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FRANKINCENSE OIL SPILL, LEAK AND DISPOSAL
Spill/Release Procedures
Small spills may be wiped with paper rags and cold water. No special container required,
can be drained and disposed of into garbage container.
Waste Disposal
Follow all local, state, federal laws.
FRANKINCENSE OIL HANDLING AND SHIPPING PROCEEDURES
Handling & Shipping Procedures
Store in full sealed containers in a cool dry place away from sources of ignition,
heat or direct sunlight. Follow good industrial and hygienic practices.
The information in this MSDS was obtained from current and reputable sources. However, the data is provided without any warranty,
express or implied, regarding its correctness or accuracy. It is the user's responsibility both to determine safe conditions for use of this
product and to assume liability for loss, injury, damage, or expense resulting from improper use of this product