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SAFETY DATA SHEET White Cypress Leaf Oil 
Version: 1.1 Issued: 1st January 2017
Native Oils Australia ABN 68 154 612 487

HAZARDOUS ACCORDING TO WORKSAFE CRITERIA
SECTION 1 – MATERIAL & SUPPLY COMPANY IDENTIFICATION

Product Name: White Cypress Leaf Oil
Botanical Name: Callitris columellaris
Recommended Use: Cosmetic and aromatherapy ingredient.
Supplier: Native Oils Australia
ABN: 68 154 612 487
Address: Unit 2, 1-3 Sommerville Circuit, Emu Plains, NSW Australia 2774
Telephone: 02 4735 5379
Email: info@nativeoilsaustralia.com.au
Emergency Telephone: 0408 962 892 (Office Hours 9.00am – 5.00pm Mon-Fri)

SECTION 2 – HAZARD IDENTIFICATION

Classification of the substance or mixture
HAZARDOUS CHEMICAL, DANGEROUS GOODS. According to the WHS Regulations and the ADG Code
Poisons Schedule: Not applicable
Classification: Flammable liquid category 3, Skin corrosion/Irritation Category 2, Eye Irritation Category 2A, Skin
Sensitiser Category 1, Reproductive Toxicity Category 2, STOT – single exposure category 3 (respiratory tract irritation),
STOT – single exposure category 3 (narcotic effects), Acute aquatic Hazard Category 1, Chronic Aquatic Hazard Category
1 (Classified drawn from EC Directive1272/2008 – Annex VI
Label Elements
Label elements according to Regulation (EC) No. 1272/200

Signal Word: WARNING
Hazard Statements
H226 Flammable liquid and vapour
H315 Causes skin irritation
H317 May cause an allergic skin reaction
H319 Causes serious eye irritation.
H335 May cause respiratory irritation
H401 Toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects
H410 Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects.
Precautionary Statements
P210 Keep away from heat/sparks/open flames/hot surfaces. — No smoking.
P273 Avoid release to the environment.
P301+P310 If swallowed, immediately call a poison centre or doctor. Do not induce vomiting
P333 + P313 If skin irritation or rash occurs: Get medical advice/attention.
P363 Wash contaminated clothing before reuse.
P403+P235 Store in well-ventilated place. Keep cool.
P501 Dispose of contents and/or container in accordance with local, regional, national and/or international regulation.

SECTION 3 – PRODUCT COMPOSITION

Component Entity CAS Number EINECS Number Proportions [%w/w]White Cypress Leaf Essential Oil 192526-11-7 Not allocated 100% pure

SECTION 4 – FIRST AID

4.1 Eye Contact: Flush immediately with clean water for at least 15 minutes. Ensure irrigation
under eyelids. Do not try to remove contact lenses unless trained. Contact a physician
immediately.

4.2 Skin Contact: Remove any contaminated clothing and footwear. Clean before re-use.
Wash affected areas thoroughly with soap and water for at least 15 minutes.
Contact a physician as necessary.

4.3 Inhalation: Remove from the exposure to fresh air. If breathing has stopped, administer
artificial respiration and oxygen if available.
Contact a physician as necessary.

4.4 Ingestion: If swallowed do NOT induce vomiting.
Wash out mouth with water and give water slowly to dilute [as much as casualty
can comfortably drink] provided person is conscious.
Never give liquid to a person showing signs of being sleepy or with reduced
awareness; i.e. becoming unconsciousness.
Contact a physician or local poison control centre immediately.
If vomiting occurs, lean patient forward or place on left side [head-down position,
if possible] to maintain open airway and prevent aspiration.

4.5 Contact Point: Poisons Information Centre Sydney [T] 131126

SECTION 5 – FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES

5.1 Extinguishing Media:
Carbon Dioxide; Dry Chemical; Universal-Type Foam. Unsuitable Extinguishing Media: Water Spray; Others not
established.

5.2 Special Hazards arising from the product: Avoid contamination with oxidising agents as ignition may result.

5.3 Advice for firefighters: In case of insufficient ventilation, use respirator

5.4 Contact Point: Dial 000 Emergency in case of fire [In Australia]or Local Emergency Authority [Out of Australia].

SECTION 6 – ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES

Personal precautions
Avoid contact with skin, eyes and clothing. Use personal protective equipment.
Environmental precautions
Prevent entry into waterways, sewers, basements or confined areas. Do not flush into surface water or sanitary sewer
system. Prevent product from entering drains.
Methods for containment
Remove all sources of ignition
Avoid breathing vapours and contact with skin and eyes
Prevent further leakage or spillage if safe to do so.
Methods for cleaning up
Cover liquid spill with sand, earth or other noncombustible absorbent material. Cover powder spill with plastic sheet or tarp
to minimize spreading. Pick up and transfer to properly labeled containers. Soak up with inert absorbent material. Dam up.
Take precautionary measures against static discharges. Ensure adequate ventilation.

SECTION 7 – SAFE HANDLING AND STORAGE INFORMATION

Advice on safe handling: Avoid contact with skin, eyes and clothing. Remove and wash contaminated clothing before reuse. Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product. Wear personal protective equipment. Do not breathe vapors or
spray mist. Use only in area provided with appropriate exhaust ventilation. To avoid ignition of vapors by static electricity
discharge, all metal parts of the equipment must be grounded. Keep away from heat, sparks and open flame. No smoking.
Take necessary action to avoid static discharge (which might cause ignition of organic vapors).
Conditions for safe handling
Keep container tightly closed in a dry and well-ventilated place. Keep out of reach of children. Keep away from heat and
sources of ignition. Keep containers tightly closed in a cool, well-ventilated place. Keep in properly labeled containers.
Keep away from heat.
Incompatible products
None known based on information supplied.

SECTION 8 – EXPOSURE CONTROLS AND PERSONAL PROTECTION

Respiratory Protection: None generally required. Use NIOSH approved respirator in confined areas
or if ventilation is inadequate.
Ventilation Protection: Ensure adequate ventilation to keep exposure levels to a minimum.
Local exhaust meeting ACGIH criteria is required.
General exhaust is recommended.
Eye Protection: Using goggles or face shield is recommended.
Protective Gloves: Using chemical resistant gloves is recommended.
Protective Clothing: Using chemical resistant clothing is recommended.
Protective Equipment: An eyewash fountain and / or safety shower should be available in the work
area.
Special Engineering Controls: None established.
Other Personal Protection: Consult the following Australian Standards for general advice regarding
safety clothing and equipment: Respiratory Equipment: AS/NZS 1715,
Protective Gloves: AS 2161, Industrial Clothing: AS 2919,
Industrial Eye Protection: AS 1336 and AS/NZS 1337,
Occupational Protective Footwear: AS/NZS 2210.

Note: These precautions are for room temperature handling. Use at elevated
temperature or aerosol / spray applications may require additional precautions.

SECTION 9 – PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES

TEST SPECIFICATION
9.1 Appearance: Clear, yellow, mobile liquid

9.2 Odour: Characteristic

9.3 Specific Gravity: 0.858 to 0.920 @ 20°C

9.4 Refractive Index: 1.466 to 1.470 @ 20°C

9.5 Optical Rotation: Not available.

9.6 pH: Not available.

9.7 Solubility: Soluble in ethyl alcohol

9.8 Solubility in Water: Insoluble, soluble in ethyl alcohol

9.9 Flash Point: 44°C [Pensky-Martens Closed Cup]

9.10 Flammability Limits [as % v/v in Air] Lower Explosion Limit: Not available.
Upper Explosion Limit: Not available.
9.11 Autoignition Temperature: Not available.

9.12 Melting Point: Not available.

9.13 Boiling Point: Not available.

9.14 Vapour Pressure: Not available.

9.15 Vapour Density: Not available.

SECTION 10 – STABILITY AND REACTIVITY

10.1 Stability: Chemically stable, hazardous material.
This material presents no significant reactivity hazard.

10.2 Conditions to Avoid: None established.

10.3 Materials to Avoid: Strong acids, strong alkalis and oxidizing agents.

10.4 Flammability: Flammable liquid.

10.5 Hazardous Polymerization: Will not occur.

10.6 Hazardous Combustion or Decomposition Products: Carbon monoxide and unidentified organic compounds may
be formed during combustion.

SECTION 11 – TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION

11.1 Acute Toxicity
LD50 [Oral]: Not tested on animals – So not available.
LD50 [Dermal]: Not tested on animals – So not available.
LC50 [Inhalation]: Not tested on animals – So not available
Skin corrosion/irritation Causes skin irritation (H315)
Serious eye damage/irritation No additional data available
Respiratory skin sensitisation May cause an allergic skin reaction (H317)
Germ Cell Mutagenicity No additional data available
Carcinogenicity No additional data available
Reproductive toxicity No additional data available
STOT-single exposure No additional data available
STOT-single exposure No additional data available
Aspiration Hazard May be fatal if swallowed and enters airways (H304)
Photo-toxicity No additional data available

SECTION 12 – ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION

12.1 Eco-toxicity: Harmful to aquatic organisms

12.2 Mobility: Not available

12.3 Persistence & Degradability: Not available

12.4 Bio-accumulative Potential: Not available

SECTION 13 – DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS

13.1 Waste Material: Place material and / or absorbent into sealed containers and dispose of in
accordance with current applicable laws and regulations.
Refer to local Authority advice.

13.2 Contaminated Packaging: Dispose of in accordance with current applicable laws and regulations.
Refer to local Authority advice.

13.3 Note: Empty containers can have residues, gases and mists.
Use the proper Waste Disposal Methods & Procedures for Empties as well.

SECTION 14 – TRANSPORT INFORMATION

14.1 Transportation: Classified as Dangerous Goods by the criteria of the Australian Dangerous
Goods Code for Transport by Road and Rail. Transport as per the “Australian
Dangerous Goods Code” for Class 3 [Flammable Liquids], Packaging Group III
Substances.

14.2 Proper Shipping Name: Flammable liquid, n.o.s.

14.3 UN Number: 1193

14.4 Packaging Group: III

14.5 DG Class: Class 3

14.7 Hazchem Code: 3[Y]

14.8 Maritime Transportation IMDG 14.9 Air Transportation ICAO-TI and IATA-DGR
IMDG Class: 3 ICAO / IATA Class: 3
Label: 3 Label: 3
UN Number: 1193 UN Number: 1193
Packaging Group: III Packaging Group: III
EMS Number: F-E, S-D
Marine Pollutant: Yes
Proper Shipping Name: Flammable liquid, n.o.s.

SECTION 15 – REGULATORY INFORMATION

EU Legislation
Regulation (EC) No 1907/2006 of the European Parliament and of the Council of 18 December 2006
concerning the Registration, Evaluation, Authorisation and Restriction of Chemicals (REACH), establishing a
European Chemicals Agency, amending Directive 1999/45/EC and repealing Council Regulation (EEC) No
793/93 and Commission Regulation (EC) No 1488/94 as well as Council Directive 76/769/EEC and Commission
Directives 91/155/EEC, 93/67/EEC, 93/105/EC and 2000/21/EC, including amendments.

SECTION 16 – OTHER INFORMATION

This Safety Data Sheet was prepared according to:
The National Code of Practice for the Preparation of Material Safety Data Sheets [NOHSC:2011 (2003)].
The information contained in this Material Safety Data Sheet is obtained from current and reliable sources. Native Oils
Australia provides the information contained herein in good faith but makes no representation as to
its comprehensiveness or accuracy. This Material Safety Data Sheet summarises our best current knowledge of the
health and safety hazard information of the product, but does not claim to be all inclusive. This document is thus,
intended only as a guide to the appropriate precautionary handling of the material by properly trained personnel using
this product. Individuals receiving this information must exercise their independent judgment in determining its
appropriateness for the specific purpose. As the ordinary or otherwise use(s) of this product is outside the control of
Native Oils Australia., no representation or warranty, expressed or implied, is made as to the effect(s) of
such use(s), (including damage or injury), or the results obtained. Native Oils Australia expressly
disclaims responsibility as to the ordinary or otherwise use(s). Furthermore, nothing contained herein should be
considered as a recommendation by Native Oils Australia as to the fitness for any use. The liability of
Native Oils Australia is limited to the value of the goods and does not include any consequential loss.
Native Oils Australia shall not be liable for any errors or delays in the content, or for any actions taken in
reliance thereon. Native Oils Australia shall not be responsible for any damages resulting from use of or
reliance upon this information. The user of the product is solely responsible for compliance with all laws and
regulations applying to the use of the products, including intellectual property rights of third parties.
Manufacturers Statement:
Essential oils (EO’s) are complex, naturally derived chemicals. Often the constituents of the EOs may individually have
known risks and hazards, and in some cases the constituents have not been studied, often because there have been no
complaints.
Used as directed and within the limits specified by the various agencies and associations that study these materials,
essential oils are safe and useful ingredients in flavours, fragrances, cosmetics and therapeutic applications. Please refer
to the guidelines of the industry in which the product will be offered to the public to abide by the safest known practices.
Those organizations include: IFRA, IFEAT, AHPA, ISO Standards for Essential Oils, and publications by various
government health organizations regarding the use of these materials.

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