1. Product Identification:
Product Name: Vetiver Oil
Botanical Name: Vetiveria zizanioides
Synonyms: Chrysopogon zizanioides,
INCI Name: Vetiveria zizanioides root oil
CAS #: 8016-96-4
Country of Origin: India
2. Classification:
Chemical Identification: Oils, vetiver
UN No. 1169: Liquid aromatic extract. Packaging Group: III Class: 3
Harmonized Tariff Code: 3301.29
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3. Hazardous Ingredients Information:
N/A.
4. Physical & Chemical Properties:
Appearance: Brown to reddish brown viscous liquid.
Odor: Characteristic sweet woody herbaceous odor.
Solubility: Soluble in alcohol and oils. Insoluble in water.
Specific Gravity: 0.978 – 1.038 @ 20°C
Optical Rotation: +15 – +45 @ 20°C
Refractive Index: 1.513 – 1.530 @ 20°C
Vetiverol: 45 – 50 %
α-Vetivol: 8.0 – 12 %
β-Vetivenene: 8.0 – 12 %
γ-Vetivenene: 8.0 – 12 %
α-Vetivone: 4.0 – 6.0 %
β-Vetivone: 4.0 – 6.0 %
Extraction Method: Solvent extraction of the dried root.
Contents: Vetiverol, vetivol, vetivenene, vetivone, khusimone, khusimol, vetvalene, vetiazulene, vetiselinene, vetiselinenol, vetivenic acid
Flash Point: >100 °C
5. Fire/Explosion Hazard:
Flash Point: >100 °C
6. Reactivity/Stability Data:
Reactivity: Stable.
Decomposition: When heated to decomposition produces toxic fumes/carbon monoxide smoke.
7. Toxicological Properties/Information:
Liquid may irritate eyes and skin in some individuals.
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:
Use safety glasses.
Avoid breathing in product by ensuring good ventilation when handling.
Avoid skin contact by using chemical resistant gloves.
12. Preparation Information: