1. Product Identification:
Product Name:                                     Calamus Root Oil
Botanical Name:                                   Acorus calamus
INCI Name:                                         Acorus calamus (sweet flag) oil
CAS #:                                                 8015 – 79 -0
County of Origin:                                  India
2. Classification:
Chemical Identification: Calamus root essential oil
UN No. 1169: Liquid aromatic extract.  Packaging Group: III                   Class: 3

3. Hazardous Ingredients Information:
Asarones (78%).
4. Physical & Chemical Properties:
Appearance:                             Yellow to yellowish brown slightly viscous liquid.
Odor:                                       Characteristic spicy, warm, woody odor.
Solubility:                                  Soluble in alcohol and oils. Insoluble in water.
Specific Gravity:                       1.060 – 1.080 @ 25°C
Optical Rotation:                       -7.0 – +2.0 @ 20°C
Refractive Index:                       1.5400 – 1.5525 @ 20°C
Acid Value:                              4.0 (max)
Total Asarones:                        78.0%
Extraction Method:                   Steam distillation of dried comminuted rhizomes.
Contents:                                  Asarones, methylisoeugenol, sesquilenes.
Flash Point:                               85 °C
5. Fire/Explosion Hazard:
Flash Point: 85 °C
Combustible liquid. Will ignite if moderately heated.
6. Reactivity/Stability Data:
Reactivity: Stable.
Decomposition: When heated to decomposition produces acrid fumes and carbon monoxide smoke.
7. Toxicological Properties/Information:
Asarone has tranquillizing/antibiotic activity, can cause mild hallucinations and is potentially toxic in large doses.
Avoid if pregnant.
8. Preventive Data:
Spillage: Absorb spills, cover with an inert, non-combustible, inorganic absorbent material, and remove to an approved disposal container.
Fire: Recommended extinguishing media – CO2, foam and dry chemicals. DO NOT use direct water jet on burning material.
Environment: Keep away from drains, surface and ground water.
Storage: Store in cool, dry and well ventilated area protected in tightly closed container away from sources of ignition, heat and sunlight. Keep air contact to minimum.
9. First Aid Measures:
Eye contact: Flush with water for at least 15 minutes. Call physician if irritation persists.
Inhalation: Remove to fresh air. Avoid casual breathing.
Ingestion: Rinse mouth and consult a physician immediately. Never-give anything by mouth if victim is unconscious, is rapidly-losing consciousness, or is convulsing.
Skin contact: Remove contaminated clothing. Wash with soap and plenty of water.
11. Individual Protection for Industrial Use:
Use safety glasses.
Avoid breathing in product by ensuring good ventilation when handling.
Avoid skin contact by using chemical resistant gloves.
12. Preparation Information: