Guidelines for Buying Lemongrass Oil online- Cosmetology Supplies for Aromatherapy

Lemongrass Oil, known for its fresh lime aroma, is a "must have" for Aromatherapy and various other food & drink applications. This write-up tells you as to how you can buy good quality lemongrass oil from an online cosmetology store or an e-supermarket dealing in Aromatherapy Supplies. Lemongrass Oil is obtained by steam distillation of the leaves/herb of Cymbopogon Citratus grass. It grows in equatorial or sub-equatorial climatic zones. There are about a dozen genotypes, but the one which is most suited for Aromatherapy is Cymbopogon Citratus. To purchase good lemongrass on the web, from a cosmetology supplies store- Please make certain that the genotype is Cymbopogon Citratus. This can be easily found out by the fragrance or note. Cymbopogon Citratus has a "Fresh Lime Note", rather than the "metallic". Next, have a look at the color of the oil. It should not be dark. You must request for a copy of the Material Safety Data Sheet which details all physical and chemical properties of lemongrass oil, including the species and genotype. Ask for a copy of a Gas Chromatograph too. A genuine supplier should have all supporting documents. If you are buying bulk, it is always better to buy directly from a farmer. You may want to verify the credentials, for which you could use Andrea Butje's Distillers Database, which is a handy tool. As a farmer and distiller, we always provide an MSDS and a GC for all Essential oils we distill and sell. You can check up our e-cart for all details. If yo want to see what a GCMS chart looks like, please feel free to write to me. Typical MSDS [Material Safety Data Sheet] of Lemongrass Oil derived from Cymbopogon Citratus is as follows- 1. Identification: Commercial name: Lemongrass essential oil. Botanical Nomenclature: Cymbopogon flexuosus and/or Cymbopogon citratus. INCI name : Cymbopogon flexuosus or Cymbopogon citratus. CAS number: 91844-92-7 and/or 89998-14-1 (EU) – TSCA- 8007-02-1 (USA) EINECS number: 295-161-9 and/or 289-752-0 NAFTA number: 3301.29.6000 FEMA number: 2509 and/or 2624 FDA number: 182.20 ISO standard: ISO4718 (Cymb. Flexuosus) 2. Composition: Main components: Citral, Citronellol, Geraniol. Additives (e.g. carriers, preservatives, antioxidants): Nil. 3. Potential Health Hazards: Inhalation: None identified. Skin: Concentrated liquid and vapors irritating to skin by prolonged exposure. Eyes: Irritating to eyes with possible damage. Ingestion: Harmful if swallowed. 4. First aid: Inhalation: If discomfort is felt, remove person to a well ventilated area with plenty of fresh air. Skin: Remove contaminated clothing. Wash affected area with plenty of soap and water. Eyes: Flush immediately with plenty of cool water for 10 to 20 minutes. Seek medical advice from a Medical Doctor. Ingestion: Seek immediate medical care. 5. In case of fire: Extinguishing Media: Foam, Carbon dioxide. Do not use: Water. Special precautions: Wear breathing apparatus as toxic vapours may be released during fire. 6. Spill and Leak Procedure: Individual precautions: Eliminate sources of ignition. Keep area well ventilated and isolate the spill. Environmental protection: Prevent the liquid from entering the drains and sewers. Cleaning methods: Soak up the spill using inert absorbents. For large spills use pumps. 7. Handling and storage: Store in a cool, dry and dark place in suitable containers (aluminium cans or lacquer lined steel drums). Handle in a well ventilated area. Keep away from sources of heat and ignition. 8. Personal Protection / Exposure control: Respiratory protection: Wear breathing apparatus when working in an area of high vapor concentration. Skin protection: Use protective gloves. Wear protective clothing when possibility of contact exists. Eye protection: Wear goggles. General precautions: Use good industrial hygiene practice. 9. Physicochemical properties: Appearance: yellow liquid Odor: strong, lemony, herbaceous pH: Neutral Boiling point: 224°C @ 760 mm Flash point: 72ºC = 160°F Vapor pressure : 0.05mmHg @20°C Vapor Density: >1 (air=1) Specific Gravity (25ºC): 0.872 to 0.905 Optical Rotation (25ºC): -5º to + 1º Refractive Index (25ºC): 1.485 to 1.493 Solubility in water (20º): Negligible Evaporation rate: <1 (Butyl Acetate=1) 10. Stability and Reactivity: Chemical Stability: Normally stable. Not reactive with water. 11. Toxicological Information: Rtecs number: OG8257000 According to RIFM- Monograph: Acute Toxicity: Oral LD50: 5 g/kg in rats. Dermal LD50: 2 g/kg in rabbits. Irritation: Tested without irritation at 4%. Sensitization: Tested without sensitization at 4%. Phototoxicity: No phototoxic reaction reported. 12. Ecological information: Prevent contamination of air, soil, ground- and surface water. 13. Disposal Method: Check national and local regulations. 14. Transport Information: Not hazardous if transported in suitable containers. 15. Legislation: Xn R10 – flammable R43 – may cause sensitization by skin contact R65 – harmful, may cause lung damage if swallowed S24 – avoid contact with skin S37 – wear suitable gloves S62 – if swallowed do not induce vomiting. Seek medical advice immediately. US: This material is intended to be used as a cosmetic ingredient and is exempt from Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA) regulation (40 CFR 710) when used as such. Do not use for other purposes. EC: This material is not classed as "Dangerous" according to the health and physical properties criteria of the EU Directives on the classification of substances and preparations.

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