SWEET BASIL OIL

Specification:

Botanical name: Ocimum Basilicum

Cultivation method: Natural grown

Country of Origin: Vietnam

Extraction Method: Steam Distilled

Plant Part use: Leaves

Appearance: Clear, Mobile Liquid

Colour: Pale yellow

Relative density at 20℃: 0.910 – 0.985

Refractive index at 20℃: 1.500 – 1.525

Optical rotation at 20℃:  – 6 to +2

Main component: Methyl chavicol: 70 to 90%,  1-8-cineole: 1 to 5%, linalool: 0.5 to 3%

 

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Plant Description
Basil originates from Vietnam and tropical Asia. The plant is an annual hairy herb growing up to 1 meter (3 feet). The flowers range from white to pink, depending on the species and attract swarms of bees in summertime. Basilicum comes from the Greek word ‘Basilicos’ meaning ‘king’ or ‘royal’.

Sweet Basil Oil Properties:
The oil has a watery viscosity and is pale greenish-yellow in color. 
The aroma is clear, light and peppery and gives a sweet, green top note to blends. 
Relative density at 20℃: 0.920 – 0.983
Refractive index at 20℃: 1.501 – 1.525
Optical rotation at 20℃:  – 7 to +2
Main component: Methyl chavicol: 70 to 90%,  1-8-cineole: 1 to 5%, linalool: 0.5 to 3%

Uses Sweet Basil Oil
Sweet Basil oil is a good tonic for the treatment of nervous disorders and stress related headaches, migraines and allergies. It is used to clear the mind and relieve intellectual fatigue, while giving clarity and mental strength.

It has a beneficial action on the respiratory tract and is often used for asthma, bronchitis and sinus infections. It furthermore is also effective in cases of constipation, nausea, vomiting and cramp, and is also good when used for menstrual problems.

Due to the emmenagogue properties, it is often used to relieve scanty periods and normalizing menses.

It helps to minimize uric acid in the blood, thus relieving gout. It is useful in arthritis as well and when used on the skin, it helps to control acne. In general it refreshes the skin and can also be used on insect bites.

 

 

Precautions
Possible skin sensitivity. Keep out of reach of children. If you are pregnant, nursing, or under a doctor’s care, consult your physician. Avoid contact with eyes, inner ears, and sensitive areas..

Specification

SPECIFICATIONS

Product name

SWEET BASIL OIL

Botanical Source

 Ocimum basilicum

Origin

Vietnam

Batch No.

HQUE0624

Part use

 Leaves

Method

Steam distillation

Manufacturing date

06/2024

Best before

06/2027

Cas No.

 84775-71-3

FEMA:

2119

 

No

Parameter

Specifications

01

 Appearance

 Only liquid, Pale yellow colour, Typical odour of Sweet Basil Oil

02

 Identification

Sweet Basil Oil

03

 Solubility

Soluble in alcohol and other Organic solvents & Insoluble in water

04

 Specific Gravity at 20°C

 0.920 – 0.983

05

 Refractive Index at 20°C

1.501 – 1.525

06

 Optical Rotation at 20°C

-7° to +2°

07

 Main Constituents

Methyl-chavicol > 80%

Shelf life: Min 3 years from date of manufacture.

Storage: Store in airtight containers in cool & dry place away from light & heat.

Caution: Possible skin sensitivity. Keep out of reach of children. If you are pregnant, nursing, or under a doctor’s care, consult your physician. Avoid contact with eyes, inner ears, and sensitive areas.

MSDS

MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET

(according to Regulation (EU) No. 1907/2006)

Product name: Sweet Basil Oil

Number: HQUE0426

1. IDENTIFICATION OF SUBSTANCE/PREPARATION & COMPANY.

Product name: Sweet Basil Oil

Manufacturer/Supplier: Australia Natural Products
Add: SE 51, 2 Mayfair Street, West Perth, WA 6005, Australia
Emergency telephone: +61 452101623
Email: [email protected]

2. COMPOSITION / INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS.

Definition/Botanical Origin: Definition: The Sweet Basil Oil obtained from the steam distillation from Ocimum basilicum origin from Vietnam.

Composition: Sweet Basil Oil – 100% pure & natural

CAS number: 8015-73-4

FEMA number: 2119

INCI Name: Ocimum basilicum Oil

3. HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION:

This product is not hazardous. Not dangerous for the environment.
H304 May be fatal if swallowed and enters airways
H315 Causes skin irritation
H317 May cause an allergic skin reaction
H319 Causes serious eye irritation

4. FIRST-AID MEASURES

Inhalation:  Remove from exposure site to fresh air. Keep at rest. Obtain medical attention.

Eye contact:  Rinse immediately with plenty of water for at least 15 mins. Contact a doctor if symptoms persist.

Skin contact:  Remove contaminated clothes. Wash thoroughly with soap & water, flush with plenty of water. If irritation persists, seek medical advice.

Ingestion:  Rinse mouth out with water. Seek medical advice immediately.

Other:  When assessing action take Risk & Safety Phrases into account (Section 15)

5. FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES.

Extinguishing media  Use CO2, Dry Powder or Foam type Extinguishers, spraying extinguishing media to base of flames. Do not use direct water jet on burning material.

Special measures:  Avoid vapour inhalation. Keep away from sources of ignition. Do not smoke. Wear positive pressure self-contained breathing apparatus & protective clothing.

Extinguishing procedures:  Closed containers may build up pressure when exposed to heat and should be cooled with water spray.

6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES.                   

Personal precautions:  Avoid inhalation & direct contact with skin & eyes. Use individual protective equipment (safety glasses, waterproof-boots, suitable protective clothing) in case of major spillages.

Environment precautions:  Keep away from drains, soils, surface & groundwaters.     

Cleaning up methods  Remove all potential ignition sources. Contain spilled material. Cover for spillages: with an inert or non-combustible inorganic absorbent material, sweep up and remove to an approved disposal container. Observe state, federal & local disposal regulations.

7. HANDLING & STORAGE.

Precautions in handling:  Apply good manufacturing practice & industrial hygiene practices, ensuring proper ventilation. Observe good personal hygiene, and do not eat, drink or smoke whilst handling.

Storage conditions:  Store in tightly closed original container, in a cool, dry & ventilated area away from heat sources & protected from light. Keep air contact to a minimum.

Fire protection:  Keep away from ignition sources & naked flames. Take precautions to avoid static discharges in working area.

8. EXPOSURE CONTROLS/PERSONAL PROTECTION.

Respiratory protection:  Avoid breathing product vapour. Apply local ventilation where possible.

Ventilation:  Ensure good ventilation of working area.

Hand protection:  Avoid all skin contact. Use chemically resistant gloves if required.

Eye protection:  Use safety glasses.

Work/Hygiene practices:  Wash hands with soap & water after handling.

9. PHYSICAL & CHEMICAL PROPERTIES.

Appearance: Clear, Mobile Liquid
Colour: Pale yellow
Relative density at 20℃: 0.920 – 0.983
Refractive index at 20℃: 1.501 – 1.525
Optical rotation at 20℃: – 7 to +2
Main component: Methyl chavicol: 70 to 90%, 1-8-cineole: 1 to 5%, linalool: 0.5 to 3%
Flash point: 100°C
Solubility in water: Insoluble

10. STABILITY & REACTIVITY.

Reactivity:  It presents no significant reactivity hazards, by itself or in contact with water. Avoid contact with strong acids, alkali or oxidising agents.

Decomposition:  Liable to cause smoke & acrid fumes during combustion: carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide & other non-identified organic compounds may be formed.

11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION.

According to current information, not classed as hazardous to health in normal industrial use.

12. ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION.

Biodegradability:  Data not available

Precautions:  Prevent surface contamination of soil, ground & surface water.

13. DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS.

Avoid disposing to drainage systems and into the environment. Seek expert advice.

14. TRANSPORT REGULATIONS.

Shipping by Road (ADR/RID): This product is not considered as dangerous goods
Shipping by Air (IATA) : This product is not considered as dangerous goods
Shipping by Sea (IMDG): This product is not considered as dangerous goods
Precaution: When shipping as non-bulk, this product can be shipped as Non Regulated.
Packing: Safety packing in HDPE or Aluminum drum
Label: Sweet Basil Oil

                                              

15. REGULATORY INFORMATION. According to Directive 88/379/EEC

Hazards:   Harmful

Symbols:  n/a

Risk Phrases: Harmful if swallowed

Safety Phrases: If swallowed seek medical advice immediately and show the container / label 

16. OTHER INFORMATION.

Cosmetics Directive – 7th Amendment – Not Restricted

Check maximum usage levels for skin care products.

PACKAGING:

In HDPE drum 25 to 200kg or aluminum bottle 5kg.

SHELF LIFE:

Best before 36 months from manufacturing date.

Q.C. REQUIREMENTS.

In-line with general product specification. Always satisfy suitability for specific application.

The data provided in this material safety data sheet is meant to represent typical data/analysis for this product and is correct to the best of our knowledge. The data was obtained from current and reliable sources, but is supplied without warranty, expressed or implied, regarding its’ correctness or accuracy. It is the user’s responsibility to determine safe conditions for the use of this product, and to assume liability for loss, injury, damage or expense arising from improper use of this product. The information provided does not constitute a contract to supply to any specification, or for any given application, and buyers should seek to verify their requirements and product use. 

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