| Product Identification | Back to Contents | 【Product Name】
Spearmint oil | 【Synonyms】
Curled mint oil
Oil of crispmint
Oil of curled mint
Spearmint oil | 【CAS】
8008-79-5 | 【RTECS】
WG7360000 | 【RTECS Class】
Mutagen; Natural Product; Primary Irritant | 【Beilstein/Gmelin】
NA |
| Physical and Chemical Properties | Back to Contents | 【Appearance】
Pale olive to yellow liquid. Fresh, minty odor. | 【Solubility in water】
slightly soluble | 【Density】
0.920-0.937 g/cm3 (20 C) | 【Usage】
Primary use in flavors for toothpaste, chewing gum, candy, and mouthwashes where it blends well with peppermint. |
| First Aid Measures | Back to Contents | 【Ingestion】
Seek medical attention. If individual is drowsy or unconscious, do not give anything by mouth; place individual on the left side with the head down. Contact a physician, medical facility, or poison control center for advice about whether to induce vomiting. If possible, do not leave individual unattended. | 【Inhalation】
If symptoms develop, move individual away from exposure and into fresh air. If symptoms persist, seek medical attention. If breathing is difficult, administer oxygen. Keep person warm and quiet; seek immediate medical attention. | 【Skin】
Flush skin with plenty of soap and water for at least 15 minutes while removing contaminated clothing and shoes. | 【Eyes】
If symptoms develop, immediately move individual away from exposure and into fresh air. Flush eyes gently with water for at least 15 minutes while holding eyelids apart; seek immediate medical attention. |
| Handling and Storage | Back to Contents | 【Storage】
Keep well closed, cool, and protected from light | 【Handling】
All chemicals should be considered hazardous. Avoid direct physical contact. Use appropriate, approved safety equipment. Untrained individuals should not handle this chemical or its container. Handling should occur in a chemical fume hood. |
| Exposure Controls/Personal Protection | Back to Contents | 【Personal Protection】
Chemical splash goggles in compliance with OSHA regulations are advised; however, OSHA regulations also permit other type safety glasses. Whre chemical resistant gloves. To prevent repeated or prolonged skin contact, wear impervious clothing and boots. | 【Respirators】
Use NIOSH/MSHA approved respirator appropriate for exposure of concern. | 【Exposure Effects】
The toxicological properties of this material have not been investigated. |
| Fire Fighting Measures | Back to Contents | 【Fire Fighting】
Wear a self-contained breathing apparatus in pressure-demand, MSHA/NIOSH (approved or equivalent), and full protective gear. During a fire, irritating and highly toxic gases may be generated by thermal decomposition or combustion. Use agent most appropriate to extinguish fire. | 【Fire Potential】
Slight fire hazard. |
| Accidental Release Measures | Back to Contents | 【Small spills/leaks】
Evacuate area and ventilate. Wear protective equipment. If required, use an inert absrobent. Sweep up and place in an appropriate container for disposal. Wash contaminated surfaces. |
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| Company Name: |
Spectrum Chemical Manufacturing Corp. |
| Tel: |
021-021-021-67601398-809-809-809 15221380277 |
| Fax: |
021-57711696 |
| WebSite: |
www.spectrumchemical.com/oa_html/index.jsp?minisite=10020&respid=22372&language=us |
| Company Name: |
Sigma-Aldrich |
| Tel: |
021-61415566 800-8193336 |
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| WebSite: |
https://www.sigmaaldrich.cn |
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