Naturallythinking MSDS Sheet Witch Hazel
Section 1: Chemical Product and Company Identification Product Name: Witch Hazel
Contact Information: Naturallythinking 7 High Street, Carshalton Surrey, SM5 3AP United Kingdom Contact: Danny Stanzl Tel: 020 8773 3803
Catalog Code: IWITCH
Chemical / Inci:
CAS#:
N/A
Chemical Formula:
N/A
RTECS:
N/A
EINECS:
N/A
TSCA:
N/A
CI#:
N/A
Section 2: Composition and Information on Ingredients Common Name
Inci
CAS#
EINECS#
Witch Hazel Water Hamamelis Virginiana Twig Extract
84696-19-5
283-637-9
Alcohol
64-17-5
200-578-6
Ethanol
Toxicological Data on Ingredients: N/A Uses: Medicine, Toiletries
Section 3: Hazards Identification Not regarded as a health hazard under the current legislation
Toxicological Summary
Naturallythinking MSDS Sheet Witch Hazel
Section 4: First Aid Measures General: Get medical attention if any discomfort continues Eye: Promptly wash eye with lots of water. Continue to rinse for at least 15 minutes and seek medical attention. Skin: Move away from contaminated area. Flush contaminated skin with water. Remove clothing if soaked through and flush the skin with water. Seek medical attention if irritation persists after washing Inhalation: Move away from exposed area in to fresh air. Seek medical attention Ingestion: Do not induce vomiting. Loosen tight clothing such as a collar, tie, belt or waistband. If the victim is not breathing, perform mouth-to-mouth resuscitation. Seek immediate medical attention. Not sold as an internal food. Eye Contact: May cause irritation and redness Skin Contact: None know. Ingestion: May cause nausea Inhalation: May cause mild irritation of the throat. Section 5: Fire and Explosive Data Extinguishing media: water spray, fog or mist, carbon dioxide, foams, inert powder, sand, dolomite Use Protective Equipment and Avoid inhalation of smoke and fumes: If inhaled seek immediate medical advice Unusual fire & explosion hazards: May explode when heated or exposed to flames or sparks. Cool containers exposed to flames, from the side until fire is out, Move away from fire area if it can be done without risk. May reach violently with oxidizing materials.
Section 6: Accidental Release Measures Spill cleanup methods: Large Spill: Contain spill and pump into to a suitable container. For smaller quantities, drench with water making sure that it is very dilute when entering drain. Absorb remainder on suitable absorbent material. Clean with hot water and detergent.
Section 7: Handling & Storage General Handling Precautions: Handle in accordance with good occupational hygiene and safety practices in a well-ventilated area. Avoid direct contact with the eyes. Storage Conditions: Store in full, dry, airtight containers away from sources of heat and light. Do not re-use the empty container.
Naturallythinking MSDS Sheet Witch Hazel
Section 8: Exposure Controls / Personal Protection Respiratory Protection: Use respirator in confined areas or if ventilation is inadequate. Ventilation Protection: Ensure adequate ventilation to keep exposure levels to a minimum. General exhaust is recommended. Eye Protection: Using goggles or face shield is recommended. Protective Gloves: Using chemical resistant gloves is recommended. Protective Equipment: An eyewash fountain and / or safety shower should be available in the work area.
Section 9: Physical and Chemical Properties Appearance: Odour: Specific Gravity:
Colourless, liquid, clear Characteristic 0.976 – 0.982 @ 20°C 0.976 – 0.983 @ 25°C pH: 3.0 – 5.0 Solubility in Water: Very Soluble Solubility Value (G/100g H2O@20°C): N/D Flash Point: 42°C Flammability Limits: Lower %: N/D Melting Point: 18°C @ 760 mm Boiling Point: 88°C @ 760 mmHg Freezing Point: -8°C Vapour Pressure: 18.75 @ 20°C Vapour Density: >1 Section 10: Stability and Reactivity Data Stability: Normally stable Incompatibility specific chemicals: Aluminium, Zinc, Copper. Materials to Avoid: Strong oxidising agents. Flammable/comb material. Condition to Avoid: Avoid heat, flames and other sources of ignition.
Section 11: Toxicological Information Toxic dose1 LD50: N/D Health warnings: No specific health warnings noted Symptoms: No specific symptoms noted, but this material may still have adverse health impact, either in general or on certain individuals
Naturallythinking MSDS Sheet Witch Hazel
Section 12: Ecological Information Readily biodegradable Avoid spillage in environment – If spilt follow clear up procedures in line with Government environmental legislation – call emergency services if large spillage
Section 13: Disposal Considerations Residue for disposal: according to local regulations. Waste packing: observe local regulations
Section 14: Transport Information Not restricted Section 15: Other Regulatory Information United Kingdom / EU Directives: No products were found Federal and State Regulations: No products were found Other Regulations: No products were found Section 16: Other Information Cosmetics Directive 7th Amendment: Not restricted References: Not available Other Considerations: Not available Created: 15/03/2009 Last Updated: 01/10/2010 The information above is believed to be accurate and represents the best information currently available to us. However, we make no warranty of merchantability or any other warrant, express or implied with respect to such information and we assume no liability resulting from its use. Users should make their own investigations to determine the suitability of any information for their particular purposes. In no event shall Naturallythinking be liable for any claims, losses or damages of any third party or for lost profits or any special, indirect, incidental, consequential or exemplary damages, howsoever arising, even is Naturallythinking.com has been advised of the possibility of such damages.