Product Name: Perilla Seed Extract
Chemical Family: Plant extract, botanical
Recommended Use: Ingredient in food, dietary supplements, cosmetic applications
Manufacturer Contact: Available on request from supplier
Product Code: Unique codes supplied by individual distributors
Synonyms: Perilla frutescens seed extract, Perilla oil extract
GHS Classification: Not classified as hazardous under GHS criteria
Signal Word: None
Hazard Statements: Not expected to present significant hazards in normal use
Precautionary Statements: Avoid prolonged skin contact, ingestion by children; handle in well-ventilated area
Potential Health Effects: May cause mild irritation to sensitive individuals; inhaling dust or spraying mist may lead to mild respiratory discomfort
Environmental Hazards: Large or repeated spills can pose risk to aquatic life if allowed to enter natural watercourses
Main Ingredient: Extract of Perilla frutescens seeds (concentration and extraction solvent details available from manufacturer)
Other Components: Trace residuals of ethanol, water, glycerin, or carrier oils possible
Purity: Usually above 90% in pure extracts, depending on grade
Impurities: May contain minor plant residues or natural waxes
Inhalation: Move to fresh air and seek medical attention if breathing difficulty arises
Skin Contact: Wash thoroughly with soap and water; seek medical advice if redness or irritation continues
Eye Contact: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes; remove contact lenses if present and easy to do; get medical attention if discomfort persists
Ingestion: Rinse mouth, do not induce vomiting; seek medical attention if feeling unwell
Notes for Physician: Treat symptoms; symptomatic care is usually sufficient
Suitable Extinguishing Media: Dry chemical, foam, carbon dioxide, water spray
Special Hazards: Vapors may form flammable mixtures with air; containers near fire may burst if exposed to heat
Protective Equipment: Use self-contained breathing apparatus and full protective gear
Hazardous Combustion Products: Combustion may release carbon dioxide, carbon monoxide, and organic vapors
Personal Precautions: Avoid contact with skin and eyes; use gloves and goggles
Environmental Precautions: Prevent from entering soil, waterways, drains
Clean-Up Methods: Absorb with sand, clay, or other inert absorbent; place in a suitable disposal container
Decontamination: Wash residue away with copious water and surfactant if necessary
Handling: Work in a well-ventilated space, minimize dust or aerosols, avoid direct contact
Storage Conditions: Store in cool, dry, and dark space, keep tightly sealed in original containers
Incompatibilities: Separate from strong oxidizers, acids, or heat sources
Special Sensitivities: Exposure to moisture and air speeds up degradation, affects shelf life
Occupational Exposure Limits: Not established for Perilla Seed Extract
Engineering Controls: Local exhaust or general ventilation for bulk handling
Personal Protective Equipment: Chemical-resistant gloves, safety glasses, lab coat recommended; respiratory protection during handling of powders or aerosols
Hygiene Practices: Wash hands before breaks and immediately after handling extract; avoid eating or drinking near work area
Appearance: Pale yellow to brown liquid or fine powder
Odor: Characteristic, mild grassy or nutty aroma
Odor Threshold: No data
pH: Between 5.0 and 7.0 (solution form)
Melting Point/Freezing Point: No data; oily extracts do not have sharp melting point
Boiling Point: Data limited; plant extracts decompose without true boiling point
Flash Point: >100°C (typical for oil form)
Evaporation Rate: Not established
Flammability: Low, but oily or powdered fractions can burn in fire
Solubility: Soluble in oils, some alcoholic solvents; not soluble in water
Partition Coefficient (n-octanol/water): Not measured
Vapor Pressure: Negligible at room temperature
Relative Density: Varies by lot but usually 0.92–0.98 g/mL (oil)
Chemical Stability: Stable under normal conditions if kept dry, cool, away from sunlight
Conditions to Avoid: Excessive heat, strong light, moisture
Materials to Avoid: Strong acids, bases, or oxidizing agents
Hazardous Reactions: None expected during normal processing
Decomposition Products: Burning releases carbon oxides, irritating organic fumes
Acute Toxicity: Not expected to be acutely toxic at low concentrations
Skin Corrosion/Irritation: May cause mild irritation on sensitive or damaged skin
Eye Damage/Irritation: Can cause mild, temporary discomfort
Inhalation: Dust may trigger coughing or sneezing but is not known to produce lasting harm
Ingestion: No significant toxicity in small quantities; gastrointestinal discomfort possible at high doses
Chronic Exposure: No reliable evidence for long-term health effects in humans
Sensitization: Rare reports of mild allergic response
Mutagenicity/Carcinogenicity: Not classified as mutagenic or carcinogenic
Reproductive Toxicity: No data indicating reproductive harms
Medical Conditions Aggravated: Existing allergies or asthma
Ecotoxicity: Not highly toxic to aquatic or terrestrial organisms in diluted or natural formulations
Persistence and Degradability: Readily biodegradable in environment
Bioaccumulation: Unlikely to bioaccumulate due to rapid breakdown
Mobility in Soil: Plant-based content tends to degrade, minimal mobility in solid form
Other Adverse Effects: Avoid direct discharge of large volumes into surface water
Disposal Methods: Dispose according to local, state, and federal regulations; incinerate or landfill as permitted
Packaging Disposal: Rinse empty containers, recycle or dispose with solid waste
Precautions: Prevent uncontrolled release; do not pour in household drains
UN Number: Not regulated
Transport Hazard Class: Non-hazardous for air, sea, or land
Packing Group: Not assigned
Special Precautions: Protect from moisture, heat, and leakage during transport
Labeling Requirements: Not required under typical transportation laws
Environmental Hazards: None identified for small packaged shipments
Safety, Health and Environmental Regulations: Not listed as a hazardous substance by OSHA, TSCA, or REACH
International Inventories: Check relevant national lists for food, cosmetic, or supplement status
Restrictions: Food, supplement, or cosmetic use governed by local and federal regulations
Labeling: Product must carry identity, net contents, supplier, and usage warning as appropriate
Other: Quality and purity are monitored under GMP/ISO certifications at reputable manufacturers