Material Safety Data Sheet for Citrus Solvent
11 West Pumping Station Road Quakertown, PA 18951 Phone: 215-538-3886 Fax: 215-538-5435 Preparation Date: November 2009 Product Name: TECHNICAL GRADE d-LIMONENE DESCRIPTION
d-Limonene is a biodegradable solvent occurring in nature as the main component of orange peel oil. d-Limonene's positive environmental profile and pleasant orange aroma have earned the product acceptance in many diverse chemical applications. d-Limonene can be used in its pure form, blended with other solvents, or easily emulsified to make water soluble cleaning products. d-Limonene is 100% bio-based and is GRAS (Generally Recognized As Safe) rated.USES & APPLICATIONS
d-Limonene is a safer alternative to toxic, hazardous, and dangerous petroleum-derived chemicals. It can be used to formulate parts cleaner, engine degreaser (automotive, aircraft, and aerospace industries), electronics cleaner, tar cleaner, asphalt release agent, graffiti remover, grease trap maintainer, heat transfer fluid, lift station and sewage treatment solvent.
d-Limonene is excellent in household, institutional and industrial product formulations such as: hand cleaner, adhesive remover, hard surface cleaner, floor cleaner, automotive cleaner, ink cleaners, carpets/stain cleaner, metal cleaner, petroleum tank cleaner, asbestos abatement cleaner, and oil field solvents. It is also commonly used as an aerosol ingredient, fragrance ingredient, fragrance additive or odor mask in formulated products. New application for d-Limonene are emerging daily. D-Limonene is also showing promise in medical and pharmaceutical fields. Section 1. – Product and Company Identification
Product Name: Technical Grade d-LimoneneProduct Code: 30100 Synonyms: Citrus Stripper Oil, Terrene Hydrocarbons Issue Date: May 2006 24 hrs. Chem-Tel 800-255-3924 (within continental US) 24 hrs. 813-248-0585 (collect) (outside continental US) Section 2. – Hazards Identification
Emergency OverviewAppearance/Odor: Colorless to pale yellow liquid with citrus aroma. Product is Combustible. Slippery when spilled. Potential Health Effects: See Section 11 for more information. Likely Routes of Exposure: Eye contact, skin contact, inhalation. Eye: Causes moderate to severe irritation. Skin: May cause slight redness. Prolonged or repeated exposure may cause drying of the skin. Inhalation: May cause nose, throat, and respiratory tract irritation, coughing, headache. Ingestion: Not likely to be toxic, but may cause vomiting, headache, or other medical problems. Medical Conditions Aggravated By Exposure: May irritate the skin of people with pre-existing skin conditions. This product does not contain any carcinogens or potential carcinogens as listed by OSHA< IARC< ACGIH or NTP. OSHA Regulatory Status This material is combustible, which is defined as having a flash point between 100°F (37.8°C) and 200°F (93.3°C). Combustible materials are hazardous according to the OSHA Hazard Communication Standard (29 CFR 1910.1200). Section 3. – Composition / Information on Ingredients
Section 4. – First Aid Measures
Section 5. – Fire Fighting Measures
Section 6. – Accidental Release Measures
Section 7. – Handling and Storage
Handling:Keep away from heat, sparks, and flame. Open container slowly to release pressure caused by temperature variations. Do no allow this material to come in contact with eyes. Avoid prolonged contact with skin. Use in well ventilated areas. Do not breathe vapors. Drum lining may occasionally chip and fall to the bottom of container; product should be filtered or strained before blending or repackaging. As with any chemical, employees should thoroughly wash hands with soap and water after handling this material. Storage: Product may be packaged in phenol-lined steel containers or fluorinated plastic containers. Store in well ventilated area with proper sprinkler/fire deterrent system. Storage temperature should not exceed the flash point for extended periods of time. Keep container closed when no in use. Air should be excluded from partially filled containers by displacing with nitrogen or carbon dioxide. Do not cut, drill, grind or weld on or near this container; residual vapors may ignite. Section 8. – Exposure Controls / Personal Protection
Section 9. – Physical and Chemical Properties
Section 10. – Stability and Reactivity
Section 11. – Toxicological Information
Acute EffectsCitrus terpenes have been shown to have low oral toxicity (LD50>5 g/kg) and low dermal toxicity (LD50>5g/kg) when tested on rabbits. Citrus terpenes also showed low toxicity by inhalation (RD50>1g/kg) when tested on mice. The skin irritancy of limonene in guinea pigs and rabbits is considered moderate and low, respectively. Inhalation may cause irritation of the nose, throat, and respiratory tract. Chronic Effects This product is not classified as a carcinogen by OSHA, IARC, ACGIH or NTP. This product has not been shown to produce genetic changes when tested on bacterial or animal cells. This product does not contain known reproductive or developmental toxins. Prolonged or repeated exposure can cause drying or dermatitis of skin. Improper storage and handling may lead to the formation of a possible skin sensitizer. Section 12. – Ecological Information
Section 13. – Disposal Considerations
Section 14. – Transport Information
US DOT Shipping Classification
Section 15. – Regulatory Information
Global InventoriesThis product is included in the following inventories: USA (TSCA) Canada (DSL) Europe (EINECS/ELINCS/Polymer/NLP) Australia (AICS) Korea (KECL) Philippines (PICCS) Japan (ENCS) The United States FDA lists d-limonene as GRAS in 21 CFR section 182.20 and 182.6. d-Limonene is a 100% natural, biodegradable product extracted from the peel of citrus fruit. Proposition 65 - California Safe Drinking Water and Toxic Enforcement Ace of 1986 This product is not known to contain any chemicals currently listed as carcinogens or reproductive toxins under California Proposition 65 at levels which would be subject to the proposition. SARA Title III (Section 313) This substance contains no materials subject to the reporting requirements of SARA Title III (Section 313). Section 16. – Other Information
NFPA 704: National Fire Protection AssociationHealth - 1 (slight hazard) Fire: 2 (moderate) Reactivity - 0 (minimal hazard) EINECS Number 304-454-3 d-Limonene is the major component of citrus terpenes, with the balance consisting of other terpene hydrocarbons and oxygenated compounds - octanal, myrcene alpha-pinene,, linalool predominant. D-Limonene is a by-product of citrus, entirely of natural origin, and to the best of our knowledge contains no artificial flavors, sulfites, nitrites, or pesticide residue exceeding tolerances established by the FDA. D-Limonene does NOT contain lead, cadmium, mercury, or hexavalent chromium or come in contact with these chemicals since it is an citrus derived essential oil produced by steam/vacuum distillation. Further d-Limonene is packaged in food grade containers with inert liners that do NOT contain lead, cadmium, mercury, or hexavalent chromium. D-Limonene does NOT contain and is NOT manufactured with any of the Class I or II ozone-depleting substances listed under the United States Clean Air Act of 1990. PACKAGING D-Limonene is packaged in phenolic-lined containers as follows:
Drums are typically orange or black DOT approved steel drums coated with a phenolic resin liner. All drums of our domestic d-Limonene are filled to a new weight of 390 lbs. Dimensions of 55-gallon drums are diameter 23” and height 35”. Imported drums of Brazilian d-Limonene vary slightly in net weight - weight should be verified when ordering. Tank truck shipments average 6500 gallons (45,000 lbs.),. Overseas ISO tank shipments are either 20,000 liters (16,800 kg) or 24,000 liters (20,160 kg). Sample quantities (gallons & pints) are packaged in fluorinated plastic containers or glass (1 oz. samples). Legend ACIGH - American Conference of Governmental Industrial Hygienists AIHA - American industrial Hygiene Association BHT - Butylated Hydroxytoluene EPA - United States Environmental Protection Agency FDA - United States Food and Drug Administration GRAS - Generally Recognized as Safe IARC - International Agency for Research on Cancer NIOSH - National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health NTP - National Toxicology Program OSHA - United States Occupational Health and Safety Administration Caution: The user should conduct his/her own experiments and establish proper procedures and control before attempting use on critical parts. The information contained in this document is believed to be current and accurate. It is given in good faith and without warranty, expressed or implied, as to its accuracy. Anyone using this product is solely responsible for determining its suitability in any given application. | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
