Product Name: Peppermint Oil
Chemical Name: Mentha piperita Oil
Synonyms: Peppermint Essential Oil, Oil of Peppermint
CAS Number: 8006-90-4
Recommended Use: Flavoring, fragrance, aromatherapy
Supplier: Essential oil distributors, local chemical suppliers
Contact Information: Emergency numbers and detailed address should be checked on supplier invoice
Classification: Flammable liquid, skin irritant, eye irritant
GHS Label Elements: Flame, exclamation mark
Signal Word: Warning
Hazard Statements: May cause skin irritation, can cause serious eye irritation, may trigger allergic skin reactions, harmful to aquatic life with long-lasting effects, may be toxic if aspirated
Precautionary Statements: Keep away from heat, open flames, and hot surfaces, wear protective gloves and eye protection, avoid release to environment
Main Components: Menthol (30-55%), Menthone (14-32%), Menthyl acetate (3-10%)
Other Components: Pulegone, Limonene, Cineole, Beta-caryophyllene, Pinene, Isomenthone
Impurities: Common traces include carvone and small quantities of various terpenes
Inhalation: Remove from exposure, seek fresh air, call medical help if symptoms continue
Skin Contact: Wash with soap and water for at least 15 minutes, remove contaminated clothing
Eye Contact: Rinse with clean water for several minutes, hold eyelids open, contact medical provider
Ingestion: Rinse mouth, drink water, do not induce vomiting, contact poison control immediately
Suitable Extinguishing Media: Use dry chemical, carbon dioxide, alcohol-resistant foam
Unsuitable Extinguishing Media: Avoid water jet due to risk of spreading flammable liquid
Specific Hazards: Vapors may cause flash fire, containers may explode if heated
Protection for Firefighters: Wear self-contained breathing apparatus, keep upwind, remove containers from area if safe
Personal Precautions: Remove ignition sources, ventilate, evacuate non-essential personnel
Methods of Containment: Dike for large spills, absorb with soil, sand, or inert material
Cleanup Methods: Collect residue in suitable containers, wash area with soap and water, dispose per local regulations
Environmental Precautions: Prevent entry into drains, water courses, or soil
Safe Handling Advice: Avoid breathing vapors, keep containers closed, avoid contact with eyes and skin
Hygiene Measures: Wash hands after use, keep away from food and beverages
Storage Conditions: Store in well-ventilated area, keep in tightly closed container, protect from sunlight and sources of ignition
Storage Temperature: Preferably under 25°C, away from reactive chemicals
Engineering Controls: Use local exhaust ventilation, maintain eyewash station nearby
Personal Protective Equipment: Chemical-resistant gloves, safety goggles, lab coat
Respiratory Protection: Not required under normal conditions, use respirator if vapor concentrations are high
Environmental Exposure Controls: Keep away from surface water and drains
Appearance: Clear, pale yellow to greenish liquid
Odor: Strong, characteristic menthol aroma
Boiling Point: Roughly 210°C
Melting Point: Below -10°C
Flash Point: About 66°C (closed cup)
Density: 0.900–0.920 g/cm³ (at 20°C)
Solubility: Slightly soluble in water, very soluble in ethanol and oils
Vapor Pressure: Low at room temperature
Partition Coefficient: Log Kow about 2–3
Chemical Stability: Stable under normal storage conditions
Reactivity: Reacts with strong oxidizing agents
Conditions to Avoid: Heat, flame, spark, direct sunlight
Incompatible Materials: Strong acids, alkalis, oxidizers
Hazardous Decomposition: Possible formation of carbon oxides, irritating fumes under fire conditions
Likely Routes of Exposure: Inhalation, skin, eye contact, ingestion
Acute Effects: Skin and eye irritation, respiratory irritation, potential for vomiting and diarrhea if swallowed
Chronic Effects: May cause allergic dermatitis, effects increase with prolonged contact
LD50 Oral (Rat): Approximately 2426 mg/kg
LD50 Dermal (Rabbit): Over 5000 mg/kg
Potential Symptoms: Dizziness, headache, nausea, abdominal pain
Aquatic Toxicity: Harmful to aquatic organisms, long-lasting effects on aquatic life
Mobility: Liquid can move through soil and reach waterways
Persistence and Degradability: Biodegradable with time, not persistent in most natural environments
Bioaccumulation Potential: Low to moderate, depends on local conditions
Other Adverse Effects: High concentrations can disrupt aquatic food chains
Waste Disposal Methods: Dispose as hazardous chemical waste
Container Handling: Empty containers retain vapors, treat with caution, use certified waste facility
Recommendations: Never pour down drain, follow local, state, federal regulations, do not landfill undiluted product
UN Number: 1169
Shipping Name: Extracts, aromatic, liquid
Transport Hazard Class: 3 (flammable liquid)
Packing Group: III
Marine Pollutant: Yes
Special Risks: Keep away from heat, handle in original containers, use appropriate labels and placards
OSHA Hazard Communication: Classified as hazardous under OSHA guidelines
TSCA Inventory: Listed
EU Regulations: Classified as hazardous by EC/1272/2008
WHMIS Classification: B3, D2B
Other Regulations: Subject to various chemical safety regulations applicable by region, consult local guidelines for specifics