Note: Ingredients listed on restricted chemical lists
EC/CAS
5989-54-8
Name of the chemical
(S)-p-mentha-1,8-diene; (l-limonene) (37)
Concentration
N/A
EC/CAS
5989-27-5
Name of the chemical
(R)-p-mentha-1,8-diene
Concentration
N/A
General Information
Version
ALFAAL13244
Revision date
2026-07-25
Product name
(S)-(-)-Limonene
Product Synonyms
(-)-Dipentene
CAS No.
5989-54-8
supplier name
Avocado Research Chemicals Ltd
Emergency telephone
001-201-796-7100, +32 14 57 52 99, 001-800-424-9300, 001-703-527-3887
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Company Information
company name
Avocado Research Chemicals Ltd
e-mail address of the competent person responsible for the Safety Data Sheet
begel.sdsdesk@thermofisher.com
GHS Information
Signal word
Danger
Hazard Codes
Hazard statements (CLP)
H226, H304, H315, H317, H333, H361, H410
Hazard statements
Code
Statements
H226
Flammable liquid and vapour
Section 2
SECTION 2: Hazards identification
Physical State
Appearance/Odor
Liquid Clear sweet Emergency Overview Flammable liquid and vapor. May be fatal if swallowed and enters airways. May cause an allergic skin reaction. Causes skin irritation. May be harmful if inhaled. Suspected of damaging fertility or the unborn child. Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects. Classification of the substance or mixture Flammable liquids Category 3 Aspiration Toxicity Category 1 Acute Inhalation Toxicity - Vapors Category 5 Skin Corrosion/Irritation Category 2 Skin Sensitization Category 1 Reproductive Toxicity Category 2 Acute aquatic toxicity Category 1 Chronic aquatic toxicity Category 1 Label Elements
Signal word
Danger Hazard Statements H226 - Flammable liquid and vapor H304 - May be fatal if swallowed and enters airways H317 - May cause an allergic skin reaction H315 - Causes skin irritation H333 - May be harmful if inhaled H361 - Suspected of damaging fertility or the unborn child H410 - Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects
Prevention
P201 - Obtain special instructions before use P202 - Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood P210 - Keep away from heat, hot surfaces, sparks, open flames and other ignition sources. No smoking P233 - Keep container tightly closed P240 - Ground and bond container and receiving equipment P241 - Use explosion-proof electrical/ ventilating/ lighting equipment P242 - Use non-sparking tools P243 - Take action to prevent static discharges P261 - Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapors/spray P264 - Wash face, hands and any exposed skin thoroughly after handling P271 - Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area P272 - Contaminated work clothing should not be allowed out of the workplace P280 - Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection
Response
P301 + P310 - IF SWALLOWED: Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor P303 + P361 + P353 - IF ON SKIN (or hair): Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water or shower P304 + P340 - IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing P305 + P351 + P338 - IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing P308 + P313 - IF exposed or concerned: Get medical advice/attention P331 - Do NOT induce vomiting P363 - Wash contaminated clothing before reuse P370 + P378 - In case of fire: Use dry sand, dry chemical or alcohol-resistant foam to extinguish
Storage
P403 + P235 - Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep cool
Disposal
P501 - Dispose of contents/ container to an approved waste disposal plant
Other physicochemical hazards
Flammable liquid. Vapors may cause flash fire or explosion.
Health hazards
Aspiration hazard if swallowed - can enter lungs and cause damage. May cause an allergic skin reaction. Causes skin irritation. May be harmful if inhaled. Suspected of damaging fertility or the unborn child.
Environmental hazards
Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects. Is not likely mobile in the environment due its low water solubility. The product is insoluble and floats on water. The product evaporates slowly. Spillage unlikely to penetrate soil. This product does not contain any known or suspected endocrine disruptors. Toxic to terrestrial vertebrates.
2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture
Flammable liquids. Category 3 Aspiration Toxicity Category 1 Acute Inhalation Toxicity - Vapors Category 5 Skin Corrosion/Irritation Category 2 Skin Sensitization Category 1 Reproductive Toxicity Category 2 Acute aquatic toxicity Category 1 Chronic aquatic toxicity