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Product Name: Mentha arvensis Oil
Synonyms: Cornmint oil, Japanese Mint Oil
Chemical Family: Essential oil, Organic compound
Recommended Use: Flavouring, aromatherapy, cosmetic and pharmaceutical industries
Manufacturer/Supplier: Sourced from distillation of Mentha arvensis herb
Emergency Contact: Local poison control center, local emergency number
Classification: Flammable liquid, skin irritant, eye irritant, aspiration hazard
Label Elements: Flammable, harmful, irritant
GHS Signal Word: Warning
Hazard Statements: Causes skin and eye irritation, harmful if swallowed, may cause drowsiness or dizziness, flammable, may cause allergy or asthma symptoms or breathing difficulties if inhaled
Precautionary Statements: Keep away from heat and sparks, avoid breathing vapors, use in a well-ventilated area, wear protective gloves and eye protection
Substance: Mentha arvensis Oil
Chemical Formula: Not applicable (Mixture)
CAS Number: 68917-18-0
Main Components: L-menthol (60–85%), menthone, isomenthone, limonene, neomenthol, pulegone, menthyl acetate, 1,8-cineole
Impurities: None significant for hazard
EC Number: 290-058-5
Inhalation: Move to fresh air, keep at rest, seek medical attention if symptoms persist
Skin Contact: Remove contaminated clothing, wash skin with soap and plenty of water, consult doctor for irritation or allergic reaction
Eye Contact: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes, remove contact lenses if present and easy to do, continue rinsing, consult ophthalmologist if irritation persists
Ingestion: Rinse mouth, give small amount of water, do not induce vomiting, seek medical help immediately
Suitable Extinguishing Media: CO2, alcohol foam, dry chemical powder, water spray for larger fires
Unsuitable Media: Do not use water jet directly on burning liquid
Hazardous Combustion Products: Carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide, irritating or toxic fumes
Specific Hazards: Vapors may form explosive mixtures with air, product can accumulate static charge
Protective Equipment for Firefighters: Full protective clothing, self-contained breathing apparatus
Personal Precautions: Wear appropriate protective clothing, gloves, and eye/face protection, avoid breathing vapors
Environmental Precautions: Prevent entry into sewers, waterways, or soil
Containment and Clean-up: Absorb spill with inert material (sand, earth, vermiculite), collect for disposal, ventilate area, wash spill area after pickup
Handling: Keep container tightly closed, use only in well-ventilated areas, keep away from heat, sparks, and flame, avoid contact with skin and eyes
Storage: Store in cool, dry, well-ventilated place, protect from light, store away from incompatible materials (oxidizers, acids), keep in original or approved containers
Occupational Exposure Limits: No established OSHA or ACGIH limits, use good industrial hygiene practices
Engineering Controls: Local exhaust ventilation or general room ventilation
Personal Protective Equipment: Safety goggles, impervious gloves (nitrile, neoprene), protective clothing, respiratory protection when ventilation is insufficient
Appearance: Colourless to pale yellow clear liquid
Odor: Strong, characteristic mint odor
Boiling Point: 210–220°C (varies by main constituents)
Melting Point: -10 to -20°C
Vapor Pressure: Not available (low at room temperature)
Solubility: Insoluble in water, soluble in alcohol, ether, fixed oils
Flash Point: approx. 77°C (closed cup)
Evaporation Rate: Not available
Specific Gravity: 0.888–0.910 (at 20°C)
Chemical Stability: Stable under normal usage and storage conditions
Possible Hazardous Reactions: Can react with strong oxidizing agents, acids
Conditions to Avoid: Excessive heat, flames, sparks, static electricity, direct sunlight
Incompatible Materials: Strong oxidizers, strong acids, alkalis
Hazardous Decomposition Products: Carbon oxides, toxic fumes
Potential Routes of Exposure: Inhalation, skin absorption, ingestion, eye contact
Acute Effects: Can cause skin and eye irritation, may cause allergic reactions, ingestion can affect gastrointestinal tract and central nervous system
Chronic Effects: Repeated exposure may cause sensitization, long-term exposure without protection may impact kidney and liver function
Toxicity Data: Oral LD50 (rat): approx. 1900 mg/kg (menthol component)
Symptoms: Drowsiness, nausea, headache, dermatitis, respiratory irritation
Ecotoxicity: Toxic to aquatic organisms at high concentrations
Persistence and Degradability: Biodegradable in environment under aerobic conditions
Bioaccumulative Potential: Low, major components show bioaccumulation is unlikely
Mobility in Soil: Limited due to low water solubility
Other Adverse Effects: Can impact aquatic environments, avoid discharge into waterways
Disposal Methods: Dispose of in accordance with local, state, and federal regulations, incinerate or use approved chemical waste collector, do not pour into drains or environment
Contaminated Packaging: Triple rinse and recycle if possible, otherwise treat as hazardous waste
Precautions for Disposal: Use personal protective equipment, prevent spillage during transport
UN Number: 1169
Proper Shipping Name: Extracts, aromatic, liquid
Transport Hazard Class: 3 (Flammable liquid)
Packing Group: III
Marine Pollutant: Not classified as a marine pollutant
Special Precautions: Keep away from sources of ignition, follow all transport regulations
Labeling: GHS Compliant, flammable and irritant symbols
Inventory Listings: Listed in TSCA, EINECS, DSL inventories
Health & Safety Regulations: Controlled under OSHA Hazard Communication Standard, EU CLP Regulation, Canada WHMIS
Restrictions: Not to be used in products intended for use by children under 3 years without dilution
Other Regulations: Subject to requirements under environmental protection authorities
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