Spearmint oil 8008-79-5 purity60% CAS NO.8008-79-5

【synonyms】

curled mint oil
oil of crispmint
oil of curled mint
spearmint oil
【cas】

8008-79-5
【rtecs】

wg7360000
【rtecs class】

mutagen; natural product; primary irritant
【beilstein/gmelin】

na
physical and chemical properties back to contents
【appearance】

pale olive to yellow liquid. fresh, minty odor.
【solubility in water】

slightly soluble
【density】

0.920-0.937 g/cm3 (20 c)
【usage】

primary use in flavors for toothpaste, chewing gum, candy, and mouthwashes where it blends well with peppermint.
first aid measures back to contents
【ingestion】

seek medical attention. if individual is drowsy or unconscious, do not give anything by mouth; place individual on the left side with the head down. contact a physician, medical facility, or poison control center for advice about whether to induce vomiting. if possible, do not leave individual unattended.
【inhalation】

if symptoms develop, move individual away from exposure and into fresh air. if symptoms persist, seek medical attention. if breathing is difficult, administer oxygen. keep person warm and quiet; seek immediate medical attention.
【skin】

flush skin with plenty of soap and water for at least 15 minutes while removing contaminated clothing and shoes.
【eyes】

if symptoms develop, immediately move individual away from exposure and into fresh air. flush eyes gently with water for at least 15 minutes while holding eyelids apart; seek immediate medical attention.
handling and storage back to contents
【storage】

keep well closed, cool, and protected from light
【handling】

all chemicals should be considered hazardous. avoid direct physical contact. use appropriate, approved safety equipment. untrained individuals should not handle this chemical or its container. handling should occur in a chemical fume hood.
exposure controls/personal protection back to contents
【personal protection】

chemical splash goggles in compliance with osha regulations are advised; however, osha regulations also permit other type safety glasses. whre chemical resistant gloves. to prevent repeated or prolonged skin contact, wear impervious clothing and boots.
【respirators】

use niosh/msha approved respirator appropriate for exposure of concern.
【exposure effects】

the toxicological properties of this material have not been investigated.
fire fighting measures back to contents
【fire fighting】

wear a self-contained breathing apparatus in pressure-demand, msha/niosh (approved or equivalent), and full protective gear. during a fire, irritating and highly toxic gases may be generated by thermal decomposition or combustion. use agent most appropriate to extinguish fire.
【fire potential】

slight fire hazard.
accidental release measures back to contents
【small spills/leaks】

evacuate area and ventilate. wear protective equipment. if required, use an inert absrobent. sweep up and place in an appropriate container for disposal. wash contaminated surfaces.
stability and reactivity back to contents
【incompatibilities】

strong oxidizing agents.
【stability】

volatile.