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Naturallythinking MSDS Sheet Wheatgerm Carrier Oil

Section 1: Chemical Product and Company Identification

Product Name: Triticum Vulgare Contact Information: Naturallythinking 7 High Street, Carshalton Surrey, SM5 3AP United Kingdom Contact: Danny Stanzl Tel: 020 8773 3803

Catalog Code: BCWHEATGERM Chemical / Inci: Triticum Vulgare (Wheatgerm)

CAS#: 8006-95-9 Chemical Formula: N/a

RTECS: N/A EINECS: 273-313-5

TSCA: N/A FEMA:

CI#: N/A

Section 2: Composition and Information on Ingredients

Name CAS# % by Weight

Wheatgerm Oil 8006-95-9 100

Toxicological Data on Ingredients: N/A

Definition/Botanical Origin: Derived from the refining of crude wheatgerm oil from Triticum vulgare

Section 3: Hazards Identification

Concentrated product. Observe good housekeeping procedures

Section 4: First Aid Measures

Eye Contact: Rinse immediately with plenty of water for at least 15 mins, see medical advice if


symptoms persist Skin Contact: Wash thoroughly with water and soap, If irritation persists, seek medical advice. Ingestion: Edible, food grade, though not sold as food by Naturallythinking and therefore medical advice should be sort. Inhalation: No vapours present at normal temperatures

Section 5: Fire and Explosive Data

Extinguishing media: carbon dioxide, foams, inert powder Extinguishing media to avoid: water Special exposure hazards: fine oil mists may be hazardous. On extreme long heating at high temperature gaseous components occur of acrolein variety. Protection against fire: standard

Section 6: Accidental Release Measures

Personal precautions: Avoid inhalation & direct contact with skin & eyes. Use individual protective equipment (safety glasses, waterproof-boots, suitable protective clothing) in case of major spillages. Environment precautions: Keep away from drains, soils, surface & ground waters. Cleaning up methods: Remove all potential ignition sources. Contain spilled material. Cover for spillages: with an inert or non-combustible inorganic absorbent material, sweep up and remove to an approved disposal container. Observe state, federal & local disposal regulations. .

Section 7: Handling & Storage

Precautions in handling: Apply good manufacturing practice & industrial hygiene practices, ensuring proper ventilation. Observe good personal hygiene, and do not eat, drink or smoke whilst handling. Storage conditions: Store in tightly closed original container, in a cool, dry & ventilated area away from heat sources & protected from light. Keep air contact to a minimum. Fire protection: Keep away from ignition sources & naked flames. Take precautions to avoid static discharges in working area.

Section 8: Exposure Controls / Personal Protection

Respiratory protection: No special measures under normal conditions. Hand protection: No special measures under normal conditions Eye protection: Use safety glasses if there is a risk of splashing.


Work/Hygiene practices: Wash hands with soap & water after handling

Section 9: Physical and Chemical Properties

Form : Liquid at ambient temperatures Odour : Free from rancid and foreign odours Colour : Orange to dark amber Boiling point : >300 degrees C Specific Gravity @ 20°C: 0.919 – 0.930 Refractive Index @ 20°C: 1.460 – 1.480

Section 10: Stability and Reactivity Data

Hazardous decomposition products: None (thermal decomposition products are H2O and CO2) Hazardous reactions: It presents no significant reactivity hazards, by itself or in contact with water. Avoid contact with strong acids, alkali or oxidising agents. Shelf Life: Min 12 months when stored in nitrogen flushed containers

Section 11: Toxicological Information

According to current information, not classed as hazardous to health in normal industrial use.

Section 12: Ecological Information

Biodegradability: Readily biodegradable Precautions: Prevent surface contamination of soil, ground & surface water.

Section 13: Disposal Considerations

Avoid disposing to drainage systems and into the environment. Seek expert advice.

Section 14: Transport Information

- Not dangerous product - Classification : not classified in RID/ADR/IMDG/IATA


Section 15: Other Regulatory Information

In compliance with the requirements in the current Directives 88/379 EEC

Section 16: Other Information

Cosmetics Directive 7th Amendment: Not restricted References: Not available Other Considerations: Not available Created: 15/03/2009 Last Updated: 29/07/2010 The information above is believed to be accurate and represents the best information currently available to us. However, we make no warranty of merchantability or any other warrant, express or implied with respect to such information and we assume no liability resulting from its use. Users should make their own investigations to determine the suitability of any information for their particular purposes. In no event shall Naturallythinking be liable for any claims, losses or damages of any third party or for lost profits or any special, indirect, incidental, consequential or exemplary damages, howsoever arising, even is Naturallythinking.com has been advised of the possibility of such damages.

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