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Safety Data Sheet
(Castor Oil)
DATE PREPARED: 6/28/2012
REVISION NUMBER: 6/28/2012
Section 1 – Company Information
Parchem - fine & specialty chemicals EMERGENCY RESPONSE NUMBER:

415 Huguenot Street CHEMTEL - Parchem CCN# M1S0007152
New Rochelle, NY 10801 Toll Free US & Canada: (800)255-3924
(914) 654-6800 (914) 654-6899 All other Origins: (813) 248-0585
parchem.com [email protected] Collect Calls Accepted
Section 2 – Product Identification/ Information on Ingredients
PRODUCT NAME Castor Oil

CAS NUMBER 8001-79-4
SYNONYM Ricinus Oil; Ricinus Communis
PRODUCT CAS NUMBER % BY WEIGHT

Castor Oil 8001-79-4 100%
Section 3 – Hazards Identification
General: Not hazardous under normal conditions.

Emergency Overview: Presents little or no immediate significant hazard if spilled or involved in
a fire.
Inhalation: No known hazards to the respiratory system due to inhalation of vapors are
expected.
Eye Contact: Mild irritation may occur
Skin Contact: Irritation not expected but extended/repeated contact may cause irritation in some
individuals.
Ingestion: No severe adverse effects expected, but has laxative effect. May cause diarrhea and
gastrointestinal cramps.
Long Term Effects: No data available.
Conditions Aggravated by Exposure: No data available.
Chronic Exposure: No data available.
Section 4 – First Aid Measures
Eyes: Irrigate eyes with a heavy stream of water for at least 20 minutes. Seek medical attention if
symptoms persist.
Skin: Wash exposed areas of the body with water and soap
Inhalation: Remove from area of exposure. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen. Seek medical
attention.
Ingestion: Do NOT induce vomiting. Consult medical personnel. Never give anything by mouth
to an unconscious person.
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Section 5 – Fire Fighting Measures
Flash Point: 540°F/282°C, will ignite if overheated

Method: pmcc
Explosive Limits: No data available
Autoignition Temperature: 840°F/449°C
Extinguishing Media: Water spray, foam, carbon dioxide
Firefighting Procedures: Firefighters should wear full firefighting turn-out gear including
NIOSH-approved self-contained breathing apparatus with full face piece operated in the pressure
demand or other positive-pressure mode.
Special Firefighting Procedures: As with any fire, toxic gases, vapors and fumes can be
generated. Use positive pressure self-contained breathing apparatus (MSHA/NIOSH approved or
equivalent) and full protective gear. Using water can cause frothing with increasing fire intensity.
Unusual Fire & Explosion Hazards: None known.
Sensitivity to Explosion: None expected by mechanical impact or static charge
Conditions of Flammability: Material may burn, but does not ignite readily. Avoid high
temperatures.
Section 6 – Accidental Release Measures
Isolate spill area immediately. Keep unauthorized personnel away. Ventilate closed spaces before
entering. Do not touch or walk through spilled material. Prevent entry into waterways, sewers,
basements or confined areas. Surface may become slippery after spillage. Use vacuum or broom
sweeping and remove to disposal container.
Personal Precautions: Wear protective clothing and equipment. An appropriate
NIOSH/MSHA approved respirator should be used if a mist or vapor is generated.
Section 7 – Handling & Storage
Handling: Handle in accordance with good hygiene and safety procedures. Avoid contact with
eyes, skin and clothing. Wash thoroughly after handling. Keep away from sources of ignition.
Storage: Can be stored in most common storage vessels. Keep away from heat, sparks, or open
flames. Keep away from possible contact with incompatible substances. Keep the container tightly
closed and in a cool, dry and well ventilated place.
Specific Use(s): Follow bulk handling and storage procedures as noted above.
Section 8 – Exposure Controls & Personal Protection
Respiratory Protection: Use a NIOSH/MSHA approved air purifying respirator as needed to

control exposure. Consult with respirator manufacturer to determine respirator selection, use and
limitations. Use a positive pressure air supplied respirator for uncontrolled releases or when air
purifying respirator limitations may be exceeded. Follow respiratory protection program
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requirements for air respirator use.

Skin/Eye Protection: Gloves recommended to prevent prolonged skin contact. Safety glasses,
goggles, or face shield recommended for eye protection.
Other Protective Measures: Employees must practice good personal hygiene, washing
exposed areas of skin several times daily and laundering contaminated clothing before re-use.
Section 9 – Physical & Chemical Properties
Physical State: Liquid

Appearance: Pale Yellow Viscous Liquid
Odor: Characteristic
Boiling Point: 595°F
Specific Gravity: 0.959 @ 25°C
Vapor Density: Heavier (relative to air)
Vapor Pressure: Not available
pH: Not available
Water Solubility: Insoluble
Freezing Point: -9.5°C
Viscosity: 7.5 Stokes at 25°C
Evaporation Rate: Slower (relative to n-butyl acetate)
Section 10 – Stability & Reactivity Data
Stability: Stable under normal operational conditions

Incompatibility: Strong oxidizers, caustic-inorganic acids, amines, alkanolamines
Hazardous Decomposition: Biodegradable; burning can produce carbon monoxide, carbon
dioxide and thick smoke
Hazardous Polymerization: Will not occur
Conditions to Avoid: Keep away from oxidizing material
Section 11 – Toxicological Information
General: Product is non-toxic

Acute LD50: Rat; > 5,000 mg/kg
Eye Irritation: Rabbit; 500 mg - mild
Skin Irritation: Rabbit; mild
Skin Irritation: Human; 48 hour patch test - not irritating
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Section 12 – Ecological Information
Environmental Hazard: No information available.
Section 13 – Disposal Consideration
Storage and disposal must be in accordance with applicable local, state & federal regulations.
Characterization and compliance with applicable laws are the responsibility solely of the
generator.
Section 14 – Transportation Data
DOT Classification: Not a DOT controlled material (United States)

Identification: Not applicable
Special Provisions for Transport: Not applicable
Section 15 – Regulatory Information
General: The product when tested as a whole is not a controlled substance within the meaning of
the Hazardous Products Act. This product has been classified in accordance with the hazard
criteria of the Controlled Products Regulations and the SDS contains all the information required by
the Controlled Products Regulations.
SARA 311/312 Chronic Health Hazard: No

SARA 311/312 Acute Health Hazard: No
SARA 311/312 Fire Hazard: No
SARA 311/312 Sudden Pressure: No
SARA 311/312 Reactivity Hazard: No
NFPA Hazards Ratings:

Health: 1
Fire: 1
Reactivity: 0
Specific Hazard: None
HMIS Hazards Ratings:

Health: 1
Fire: 1
Reactivity: 0
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Section 16 – Other Information
Disclaimer
The above information is believed to be correct but does not purport to be all inclusive and shall be
used only as a guide. The information in this document is based on the present state of our
knowledge and is applicable to the product with regard to appropriate safety precautions. It does
not represent any guarantee of the properties of the product.
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Safety Data Sheet

Section 1 – Company Information

Parchem - fine & specialty chemicals EMERGENCY RESPONSE NUMBER:

Section 2 – Product Identification/ Information on Ingredients

PRODUCT NAME Castor Oil

PRODUCT CAS NUMBER % BY WEIGHT

Section 3 – Hazards Identification

General: Not hazardous under normal conditions.

Section 4 – First Aid Measures

Section 5 – Fire Fighting Measures

Flash Point: 540°F/282°C, will ignite if overheated

Section 6 – Accidental Release Measures

Section 7 – Handling & Storage

Section 8 – Exposure Controls & Personal Protection

Respiratory Protection: Use a NIOSH/MSHA approved air purifying respirator as needed to

requirements for air respirator use.

Section 9 – Physical & Chemical Properties

Physical State: Liquid

Section 10 – Stability & Reactivity Data

Stability: Stable under normal operational conditions

Section 11 – Toxicological Information

General: Product is non-toxic

Section 12 – Ecological Information

Environmental Hazard: No information available.

Section 13 – Disposal Consideration

Section 14 – Transportation Data

DOT Classification: Not a DOT controlled material (United States)

Section 15 – Regulatory Information

SARA 311/312 Chronic Health Hazard: No

NFPA Hazards Ratings:

HMIS Hazards Ratings:

Section 16 – Other Information

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