General Information
Version
1 (01/10/2024
Revision date
2024-10-01
Product name
Apricot Kernel Oil Refined
Product Synonyms
Prunus Armeniaca Kernel Oil
CAS No.
68650-44-2
Emergency telephone
+44 (0)1425 655 555
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Company Information
company name
Madar Corporation Limited
e-mail address of the competent person responsible for the Safety Data Sheet
technical@madarcorporation.co.uk
GHS Information
Signal word
None
Section 2
SECTION 2: Hazards identification
Signal word
None
Hazard statements
None M factor None
Additional information
None
Precautionary statements
None
Hazard pictograms
None
Other hazards
None
2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture
Classification under Regulation (EC) No 1272/2008 Class and category of This material does not meet the criteria for classification under Regulation (EC) No 1272/2008. danger: 2.2 Label elements Classification under Regulation (EC) No 1272/2008 Signal word: None Hazard statements: None M factor: None Supplemental None Information: Precautionary None statements: 1 Pictograms: None 2.3 Other hazards Other hazards: None Section 3. Composition / information on ingredients 3.1 Substances Product identifier: Apricot Kernel Oil Refined; CAS: 68650-44-2 Section 4. First-aid measures 4.1 Description of first aid measures Inhalation: Remove from exposure site to fresh air, keep at rest, and obtain medical attention. Eye exposure: Flush immediately with water for at least 15 minutes. Contact physician if symptoms persist. Skin exposure: Remove contaminated clothes. Wash thoroughly with soap and water. Contact physician if irritation persists. Ingestion: Rinse mouth with water and obtain medical attention. 4.2 Most important symptoms and effects, both acute and delayed None expected, see Section 4.1 for further information. 4.3 Indication of any immediate medical attention and special treatment needed None expected, see Section 4.1 for further information. Section 5: Firefighting measures 5.1 Extinguishing media Suitable media: Carbon dioxide, Dry chemical, Foam. 5.2 Special hazards arising from the substance or mixture In case of fire, may be liberated: Carbon monoxide, Unidentified organic compounds. 5.3 Advice for fire fighters: In case of insufficient ventilation, wear suitable respiratory equipment. Section 6. Accidental release measures 6.1 Personal precautions, protective equipment and emergency procedures: Avoid inhalation. Avoid contact with skin and eyes. See protective measures under Section 7 and 8. 1 6.2 Environmental precautions: Keep away from drains, surface and ground water, and soil. 6.3 Methods and material for containment and cleaning up: Remove ignition sources. Provide adequate ventilation. Avoid excessive inhalation of vapours. Contain spillage immediately by use of sand or inert powder. Dispose of according to local regulations. 6.4 Reference to other sections: Also refer to sections 8 and 13. Section 7. Handling and storage 7.1 Precautions for safe handling: Keep away from heat, sparks, open flames and hot surfaces. - No smoking. Use personal protective equipment as required. Use in accordance with good manufacturing and industrial hygiene practices. Use in areas with adequate ventilation Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product. 7.2 Conditions for safe storage, including any incompatibilities: Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed. Keep cool. Ground/bond container and receiving equipment. Use explosion-proof electrical, ventilating and lighting equipment. Use only non-sparking tools. Take precautionary measures against static discharge. 7.3 Specific end use(s): Food Use,Cosmetics: Use in accordance with good manufacturing and industrial hygiene practices. Section 8. Exposure controls/personal protection 8.1 Control parameters Workplace exposure limits: Not Applicable 8.2 Exposure Controls Eye / Skin Protection Wear protective gloves/eye protection/face protection Respiratory Protection Under normal conditions of use and where adequate ventilation is available to prevent build up of excessive vapour, this material should not require special engineering controls. However, in conditions of high or prolonged use, or high temperature or other conditions which increase exposure, the following engineering controls can be used to minimise exposure to personnel: a) Increase ventilation of the area with local exhaust ventilation. b) Personnel can use an approved, appropriately fitted respirator with organic vapour cartridge or canisters and particulate filters. c) Use closed systems for transferring and processing this material. Also refer to Sections 2 and 7. 1 Section 9. Physical and chemical properties 9.1 Information on basic physical and chemical properties Physical State/Colour: Oily Liquid, Clear - Light Yellow Odour: Odourless Odour threshold: Not determined Melting point / freezing point: Not determined Boiling point or initial boiling point and boiling Not determined range: Flammability: Not determined Lower and upper explosion limit: Not determined Flash point: > 280 °C Auto-ignition temperature: Not determined Decomposition temperature: Not relevant pH: Not determined Kinematic viscosity: Not determined Solubility: Not determined Partition coefficient: n-octanol/water (log Not determined value): Vapour pressure: Not determined Density and/or relative density: Not determined Relative vapour density: Not determined Particle characteristics: Not determined 9.2 Other information: None available Section 10. Stability and reactivity 10.1 Reactivity: Presents no significant reactivity hazard, by itself or in contact with water. 10.2 Chemical stability: Good stability under normal storage conditions. 10.3 Possibility of hazardous reactions: Not expected under normal conditions of use. 10.4 Conditions to avoid: Avoid extreme heat. 10.5 Incompatible materials: Avoid contact with strong acids, alkalis or oxidising agents. 1 10.6 Hazardous decomposition products: Not expected. Section 11. Toxicological information 11.1 Information on hazard classes as defined in Regulation (EC) No 1272/2008 This material does not meet the criteria for classification for health hazards under Regulation (EC) No 1272/2008. Acute Toxicity: Based on available data the classification criteria are not met. Acute Toxicity Oral Not Applicable Acute Toxicity Dermal Not Applicable Acute Toxicity Inhalation Not Available Skin corrosion/irritation: Based on available data the classification criteria are not met. Serious eye damage/irritation: Based on available data the classification criteria are not met. Respiratory or skin sensitisation: Based on available data the classification criteria are not met. Germ cell mutagenicity: Based on available data the classification criteria are not met. Carcinogenicity: Based on available data the classification criteria are not met. Reproductive toxicity: Based on available data the classification criteria are not met. STOT-single exposure: Based on available data the classification criteria are not met. STOT-repeated exposure: Based on available data the classification criteria are not met. Aspiration hazard: Based on available data the classification criteria are not met. Information about hazardous ingredients in the mixture Not Applicable Refer to Sections 2 and 3 for additional information. 11.2 Information on other hazards Not Applicable Section 12. Ecological information 12.1 Toxicity: Not available 12.2 Persistence and degradability: Not available 12.3 Bioaccumulative potential: Not available 12.4 Mobility in soil: Not available 12.5 Results of PBT and vPvB assessment: This substance does not meet the PBT/vPvB criteria of REACH, annex XIII. 12.6 Endocrine disrupting properties: Not Applicable 12.7 Other adverse effects: Not available 1 Section 13. Disposal considerations 13.1 Waste treatment methods: Dispose of in accordance with local regulations. Avoid disposing into drainage systems and into the environment. Empty containers should be taken to an approved waste handling site for recycling or disposal. Section 14. Transport information 14.1 UN 14.2 UN Proper Shipping Name: 14.3 Sub Risk: 14.4 Packing number or Transport Group: ID number: hazard class (es): UN Model Not - Regulations classified IMDG Not - classified ADR,RID,ADN Not - classified ICAO TI Not - classified 14.5 Environmental hazards: Not environmentally hazardous for transport 14.6 Special precautions for user: None additional 14.7 Maritime transport in bulk according to IMO instruments: Not classified Section 15. Regulatory information 15.1 Safety, health and environmental regulations/legislation specific for the substance or mixture None additional 15.2 Chemical Safety Assessment A Chemical Safety Assessment has not been carried out for this product. Section 16. Other information Key to revisions: Not applicable Key to abbreviations: Not applicable The information in this safety data sheet is to the best of our knowledge true and accurate but all data, instructions, recommendations and/or suggestions are made without guarantee. SPECIFICATION SHEET PRODUCT NAME: APRICOT KERNEL OIL, REFINED PRODUCT INCI: PRUNUS ARMENIACA KERNEL OIL CAS NUMBER: 68650-44-2 / 72869-69-3 EINECS NUMBER: 272-046-1 MANUFACTURING METHOD: EXPELLER PRESSED & REFINED SHELF LIFE: 24 MONTHS ANALYTICAL DETAILS RANGE % APPEARANCE OILY LIQUID COLOUR CLEAR – LIGHT YELLOW ODOUR ALMOST ODOURLESS SPECIFIC GRAVITY @ 20C 0.910 – 0.920 SAPONIFICATION VALUE 185.0 – 195.0 ACID VALUE ≤ 0.5 FREE FATTY ACID (% AS OLEIC) <0.25 PEROXIDE VALUE (MEQ O2/KG) <10.0 IODINE VALUE 90.0 – 115.0 FATTY ACID PROFILE RANGE % C-CHAIN ACID NAME C16:0 PALMITIC 3.0 – 8.0 C16:1 PALMITOLEIC ≤1.5 C18:0 STEARIC ≤ 4.0 C18:1 OLEIC 58.0 – 72.0 C18:2 LINOLEIC 22.0 – 33.0 C18:3 LINOLENIC ≤0.8 DATE VERSION REASON FOR UPDATE 14/05/2024 3.0 Changes in SHELF LIFE, FATTY ACID PROFILE ODOUR, Added Product code (K1585) REMOVED: COLOUR (LOVIBOND), UNSAPONIFIABLE MATTER Vegetarian & Vegan Suitability Statement PRODUCT NAME: Apricot Kernel, Refined MADAR Corporation Limited can confirm that the above listed product does not contain dairy or any other animal product, by product or derivative and is therefore suitable for vegetarian and vegan use. 24/06/2025