Version 3.1
Date revised: 8/8/2023
SAFETY DATA SHEET
Conforms to regulation (EC) no. EU 453/2010
SECTION 1 - IDENTIFICATION OF THE SUBSTANCE/MIXTURE AND OF THE COMPANY/UNDERTAKING
1.1 Product Identifier
1.2 Relevant Identified Uses of the Substance/Mixture and Uses Advised Against
Investigational research by professional users
1.3 Details of the Supplier of the Safety Data Sheet
| Manufacturer National Diagnostics 305 Patton Drive Atlanta, GA 30036 (404) 699-2121 (800) 526-3867 info@nationaldiagnostics.com |
1.4 Emergency Telephone Number
ChemTel Inc.
Contract number MIS8894340
1-800 255-3924 (United States, Canada, Puerto Rico & US Virgin Islands)
01-800-099-0731 (Mexico)
400-120-0751 (China)
000-800-100-4086 (India)
1-300-954-583 (Australia)
0-800-591-6042 (Brazil)
+1-813-255-3924 (All other regions)
SECTION 2 - HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION
2.1 Classification of the Substance or Mixture
Classification according to Regulation (EC) No. 1272/2008 [EU-GHS/CLP]
H226 - Flammable Liquids (Category 3)
H315 - Skin Corrosion/Irritation (Category 2)
H317 - Skin Sensitizer (Category 1)
H410 - Chronic Hazards to the Aquatic Environment (Category 1)
2.2 Label Elements
| GHS Label Elements | ||
 |  | DANGER H226 - Flammable liquid and vapor. |
 | ||
2.3 Other Hazards
None found.
SECTION 3 - COMPOSITION/INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS
3.1 Substance
Chemical Names/Description
Distilled essential oils - food grade
Chemical Formula
C10H16
Component List
| Component | % Comp. | CAS # | EC # |
|---|---|---|---|
| d-limonene | 95-100% | 5989-27-5 | 227-813-5 |
SECTION 4 - FIRST AID MEASURES
4.1 Description of First Aid Measures
Inhalation
Remove to fresh air. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen. Call a physician.
Ingestion
Do not induce vomiting. If swallowed and the person is conscious, immediately give large amounts of water. Get medical attention.
Skin
Immediately flush skin with plenty of soap and water for at least 15 minutes while removing contaminated clothing and shoes. Get medical attention. Wash clothing before reuse. Thoroughly clean shoes before reuse.
Eyes
Remove contact lenses at once. Immediately flush eyes with plenty of water for at least fifteen minutes, lifting lower and upper eyelids occasionally. Get medical attention immediately.
4.2 Most Important Symptoms and Effects, Both Acute and Delayed
Inhalation
May include dizziness, headaches, and nasal irritation.
Ingestion
May include nausea, vomiting, and headache.
Skin
May include drying and redness (dermatitis) of the skin.
Eyes
May include redness, itching, and watering of the eyes.
4.3 Indication of Any Immediate Medical Attention and Special Treatment Needed
Unknown/not applicable
SECTION 5 - FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES
5.1 Extinguishing media
Dry powder, foam, carbon dioxide. (Water may be ineffective.)
5.2 Special Hazards Arising from the Substance/Mixture
Hazardous Combustion Products
Thermal decomposition products may include carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide, and hydrocarbons.
Hazardous Decomposition Products
Carbon monoxide and unidentified organic compounds may be formed during combustion.
Hazardous Polymerization
Will not occur under normal conditions of use (See Sections 10.4 & 10.5).
5.3 Advice for Firefighters
In the event of a fire, wear full protective clothing and NIOSH-approved self-contained breathing apparatus with full facepiece operated in the pressure demand or other positive pressure mode.
5.4 Further Information
No data available.
SECTION 6 - ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
6.1 Personal Precautions
Wear appropriate protective equipment as specified in Section 8.
6.2 Environmental Precautions
Prevent discharge into the environment. Dike spills and stop leakage where practical. Do not allow material to enter drains.
6.3 Methods and Materials for Containment and Cleaning Up
Eliminate source of ignition. Ventilate area. Cover with absorbent material (soda ash) to confine spill and sweep or shovel into container. Close container tightly.
6.4 References to Other Sections
For disposal information see Section 13. For protective clothing and equipment see Section 8.
SECTION 7 - HANDLING AND STORAGE
7.1 Precautions for Safe Handling
Avoid contact and inhalation. Do not get in eyes, on skin, on clothing. Wash thoroughly after handling.
7.2 Conditions for Safe Storage (including any incompatibles)
Keep in a tightly closed container, stored in a cooled, dry, ventilated area away from sources of heat or ignition. Protect from physical damage. Isolate from incompatible materials.
Incompatibles
Avoid contact with strong acids, alkalis, or oxidizing agents.
7.3 Specific End Uses
Investigational research by professional users
SECTION 8 - EXPOSURE CONTROLS/PERSONAL PRECAUTIONS
8.1 Control Parameters
ACGIH Threshold Limit Value (TLV):
None established
OSHA Permissible Exposure Limit (PEL):
None established
8.2 Exposure Controls
Engineering Controls
Local exhaust should be adequate.
Respiratory Protection
Not expected to require personal respirator usage, but if vapor concentration becomes high, use approved self-contained air mask.
Eye Protection
Safety glasses.
Skin Protection
Wear protective gloves and clean body covering clothing.
SECTION 9 - PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
9.1 Information on Basic Physical & Chemical Properties
| a. Appearance | Colorless, mobile liquid | b. Odor | Citrus odor |
| c. Odor Threshold | N.A. | d. pH | N.A. |
| e. Melting/Freezing Point (oC) | 0 | f. Boiling point (oC) | 179 |
| g. Flash Point (oC) | 49 | h. Evaporation Rate | 0.2 (BuAc=1) |
| i. Flammability | Combustible | j. Upper/Lower Flammability or Explosive Limits | L.E.L 0.7%; U.E.L. 6.1% |
| k. Vapor Pressure | 6.0 mm HG @ 25 C | l. Vapor Density (Air = 1) | 4.94 (air = 1) |
| m. Relative Density | 0.85 kg/L @ 25 C | n. Water Solubility | Insoluble |
| o. Partition Coefficient n-octanol/water | log Kow=4.38 | p. Autoignition Temperature (oC) | N.A. |
| q. Decomposition Temperature (oC) | No decomposition if used according to specifications. | r. Viscosity | No data available. |
| s. Explosive Properties | No Data | t. Oxidizing Properties | No Data |
SECTION 10 - STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
10.1 Reactivity
Avoid contact with strong acids and strong oxidizing agents. Avoid heat and ignition conditions.
10.2 Chemical Stability
Stable under normal conditions of use. Incompatible with strong oxidizing agents.
10.3 Possibility of Hazardous Reactions
Will not occur under normal conditions of use (See Sections 10.4 & 10.5).
10.4 Conditions to Avoid
Heat, sources of ignition.
10.5 Incompatible Materials
Avoid contact with strong acids, alkalis, or oxidizing agents.
10.6 Hazardous Decomposition Products
Carbon monoxide and unidentified organic compounds may be formed during combustion.
SECTION 11 - TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Product LD50 Values
Oral Rat LD50 (mg/kg)
GRAS (Generally Regarded As Safe)
Dermal Rabbit LD50 (mg/kg)
GRAS (Generally Regarded As Safe)
Component Cancer List Status
| NTP Carcinogen | |||
| Known | Anticipated | IARC Category | |
|---|---|---|---|
| d-limonene | No | No | None |
Potential Health Effects
Inhalation
Inhalation can cause nose, throat, and respiratory tract irritation. Prolonged exposure to high vapor or mist concentrations may cause dizziness, headaches, and nasal irritation.
Ingestion
Ingestion may cause vomiting, headache, and other medical problems.
Skin
Repeated or prolonged contact can cause redness, irritation, and scaling of the skin (dermatitis). Normal care and personal hygiene should prevent skin effects.
Eyes
Eye irritation may occur with exposure to concentrated vapors or contact with product.
Carcinogenicity
None of the components of this material are listed by NTP, OSHA, ACGIH, or IARC as a carcinogen or a suspected carcinogen.
Mutagenicity
No information available.
Reproductive Toxicity
No information available.
Teratogenic Effects
No information available.
Routes of Entry
May be absorbed through the skin, by inhalation, or by ingestion.
Target Organ Statement
No information available.
SECTION 12 - ECOLOGICAL INFOMATION
12.1 Toxicity
| Vertebrates | Invertebrates | Algae | Microorganisms | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Aquatic Toxicity (ppm unless otherwise noted) | LC50 (96hr fathead minnod): 720ug/L | EC50 (48hrs, Daphnia) 0.36mg/L | EC50 (72hrs) 8mg/L | EC50 (3hr) 209mg/L |
| Birds | Arthropods | Plants | Microorganisms | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Terrestrial Environment Toxicity (ppm unless otherwise noted) | No Data | No Data | No Data | No Data |
12.2 Persistence and Degradability
Readily biodegradable
12.3 Bioaccumulative Potential
BCF is 1022 L/kg (calculated)
12.4 Mobility in Soil
Koc of d-limonene (predicted): 1984 L/kg.
12.5 Results of PBT and vPvB Assessment
Not a PBT or vPvB
12.6 Other Adverse Effects
No data
SECTION 13 - DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS
13.1 Waste Treatment Methods
Offer surplus or non-recyclable product to licensed disposal company. Disposal is subject to user compliance with applicable law and product characteristics at time of disposal. Dispose of packaging as product.
SECTION 14 - TRANSPORT INFORMATION
| ADR/RID | IATA | IMO | DOT | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 14.1 UN Number | 2319 | 2319 | 2319 | N.A. |
| 14.2 Shipping Name | Terpene Hydrocarbons, N.O.S. ( d-limonene ) | Terpene Hydrocarbons, N.O.S. ( d-limonene ) | Terpene Hydrocarbons, N.O.S. ( d-limonene ) | Not regulated |
| 14.3 Hazard Class | 3 | 3 | 3 | N.A. |
| 14.4 Packing Group | III | III | III | N.A. |
| 14.5 Environmental Hazards | N.A. | N.A. | Marine pollutant in excess of 5 kilograms/5 liters | N.A. |
| 14.6 Special Precautions | N.A. | N.A. | N.A. | N.A. |
SECTION 15 - REGULATORY INFORMATION
15.1 Safety, Health and Environmental Regulations/Legislation Specific for the Substance/Mixture
United States
TSCA Regulatory Statement
All intentional ingredients are listed on the TSCA Inventory.
SARA 311/312 Hazard Categories
| Component | Fire | Pressure | Reactivity | Acute | Chronic |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| d-limonene | Yes | No | No | Yes | No |
Europe
EEC Regulatory
All intentional ingredients are listed on the European EINECS Inventory.
SECTION 16 - OTHER INFORMATION
Revisional Updates
8/8/2023 - Updated Section 14.5
4/26/2019 - Updated Section 1.4
5/29/2015 - Updated Sections 2.1 and 3.1
8/12/2013 - Released Version 1.0
NFPA Codes
Health 1 Flammability 2 Reactivity 0
MANUFACTURER DISCLAIMER: The information given herein is offered in good faith as accurate, but without guarantee. Conditions of the use and suitability of the product for particular uses are beyond our control. All risks of use of the product are therefore assumed by the user. Nothing is intended as a recommendation for uses which infringe valid patents or as extending license under valid patents. Appropriate warnings and safe handling procedures should be provided to handlers and users.