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Product Name: Chenopodium Oil
Synonyms: American Wormseed Oil, Chenopodium Ambrosioides Oil
CAS Number: 8006-99-3
Recommended Use: Traditionally used in flavoring, fragrance, and medicinal products; not for use in food without assessment for purity and toxicity
Manufacturer Information: Supplier's address and emergency contact details must be clearly marked on documentation accompanying the oil; check for responsible party before procurement
Product Code: Relevant supplier code; code assists with traceability and safe inventory management
Classification: Flammable liquid, acute oral toxicity (Category 3), skin and eye irritation, hazard to the aquatic environment
Label Elements: Skull and crossbones symbol, exclamation mark, flame pictogram
Signal Word: Danger
Hazard Statements: Toxic if swallowed, may cause irritation to eyes and skin, flammable liquid and vapor, very toxic to aquatic life
Precautionary Statements: Keep away from heat or open flame, avoid breathing vapors, use only outdoors or in well-ventilated area, avoid release to environment, wear protective gloves and eye protection
Chemical Name: Chenopodium oil (derived from Chenopodium ambrosioides seeds)
Main Components: Ascaridole (major constituent), isoascaridole, limonene, p-cymene, pinene, minor terpenoids
Impurities: May contain traces of plant esters or residual solvents if improperly distilled
Concentration: Essential oil content varies based on harvest and distillation method; typically 60-70% ascaridole
Inhalation: Remove affected person to fresh air; provide artificial respiration if not breathing; seek medical attention
Skin Contact: Remove contaminated clothing promptly and wash skin with soap and water for at least fifteen minutes; seek medical attention if irritation persists
Eye Contact: Rinse eyes cautiously with water for fifteen minutes, lifting upper and lower eyelids; remove contact lenses if present, continue rinsing, contact physician
Ingestion: Seek immediate medical attention; do not induce vomiting; rinse mouth with water if conscious; do not offer anything by mouth to an unconscious person
Medical Attention: Symptomatic and supportive care; monitor for respiratory distress or seizures as ascaridole absorption may cause neurotoxic effects
Suitable Extinguishing Media: Dry chemical, carbon dioxide, alcohol-resistant foam; water spray may reduce vapors but spread burning liquid
Unsuitable Media: Direct water jet on burning oil increases risk of fire spreading
Fire Hazards: Flammable vapors; vapors may form explosive mixtures with air above flash point
Special Protective Equipment: Firefighters should use full protective clothing and self-contained breathing apparatus
Explosion Data: Avoid using equipment without explosion-proof specifications; isolated pockets of vapor may ignite with small sparks
Personal Protection: Evacuate area; use proper respiratory protection and gloves
Environmental Precautions: Prevent further leakage; avoid release into soil, drains, or waterways; can cause significant harm to aquatic organisms
Methods for Cleanup: Absorb spill with non-combustible material like sand or earth; keep in tightly closed containers for disposal; ventilate area well to disperse vapors
Decontamination: Wash spill site after material pickup is complete; ensure contaminated material is managed as hazardous waste
Precautions: Handle with care in well-ventilated areas; avoid inhalation and contact with skin or eyes; use spark-proof tools
Safe Storage: Store in cool, dry, well-ventilated location in tightly sealed containers made of suitable material like amber glass or stainless steel
Incompatibilities: Keep away from heat, open flame, oxidizers, strong bases, and strong acids; minimize prolonged storage in sunlight
Additional Measures: Use secondary containment in case of leaks; label containers clearly and make Safety Data Sheet readily accessible
Engineering Controls: Provide adequate exhaust ventilation or other engineering controls to minimize exposure; use local fume extraction where feasible
Personal Protective Equipment: Protective gloves (chemical-resistant), safety goggles, protective clothing such as lab coats, and approved respiratory protection when airborne concentrations are high
Workplace Hygiene: Never eat, drink, or smoke in area with chemical handling; wash hands thoroughly after handling
Exposure Limits: No OSHA or ACGIH specific limits, but observe good industrial hygiene practice; minimize repeated, prolonged, or unprotected exposures
Physical State: Clear to pale yellow liquid
Odor: Pungent, aromatic, strong medicinal odor
Boiling Point: 190°C - 215°C based on component content
Melting Point: Below room temperature
Flash Point: Approximately 51°C (closed cup)
Solubility: Insoluble in water; soluble in ethanol, ether, fixed oils
Density: About 0.92 – 0.96 g/cm³
Vapor Pressure: Low at ambient temperatures
Partition Coefficient: Typically high for oil components (log P >3)
Viscosity: Thin, mobile liquid
Chemical Stability: Stable under recommended handling and storage conditions
Reactivity: Sensitive to strong oxidizers; may form peroxides on contact with air over time
Incompatible Materials: Strong acids, alkalis, concentrated oxidizers, direct sunlight, ignition sources
Decomposition Products: Upon combustion or decomposition, expect carbon oxides and irritating organic vapors
Hazardous Reactions: None reported with proper handling; avoid mixing with incompatible substances to prevent exothermic reactions
Acute Toxicity: Ascaridole is the primary toxic component; ingestion of small volumes may lead to abdominal pain, vomiting, neurological symptoms, seizures
Skin and Eye Irritation: Causes redness, stinging, or burning sensation with direct contact
Long-Term Effects: Prolonged exposure may lead to liver and kidney impairment, and nervous system effects; not classified as a known carcinogen
Routes of Exposure: Inhalation, skin and eye absorption, accidental ingestion
LD50: Oral rat LD50 reported in literature: 360 mg/kg (oil), 50 mg/kg (ascaridole); always use with appropriate safeguards
Medical Observations: Dizziness, headache, respiratory problems may appear quickly after exposure; handle with caution during all stages of processing
Aquatic Toxicity: Highly toxic to aquatic animals; rapid deaths of invertebrates and potential for fish kills if released
Environmental Fate: Volatile components can evaporate; persistent compounds may adsorb to soil particles
Bioaccumulation: Potential for accumulation in organisms due to high oil solubility
Mobility: In free run-off scenarios, oil may spread on water and impact aquatic habitats; follow rigorous containment protocols
Additional Considerations: No documented safe threshold in aquatic systems; treat all releases as serious incidents
Waste Management: Collect contaminated containers and materials as hazardous chemical waste
Methods of Disposal: Incinerate under controlled conditions in compliance with local, regional, and national regulations
Container Handling: Do not reuse oil containers; thoroughly rinse and puncture before proper disposal
Landfill Restrictions: Avoid landfill whenever possible; hazardous components persist and leach into soil and groundwater
Precautions: Do not dispose of through sinks, waterways, or regular trash channels
UN Number: 1169
Proper Shipping Name: Extracts, Aromatic, Liquid
Transport Hazard Class: 3 (Flammable Liquid)
Packing Group: III
Marine Pollutant: Yes
Special Transport Precautions: Use upright, sealed, properly labeled containers; keep away from incompatible cargo; notify carriers of flammable, toxic risk
US Regulations: Follow OSHA HazCom, EPA toxic substances rules; CERCLA hazardous substance if spill is large
EU Classification: Complies with CLP Regulation (EC) No 1272/2008; include pictograms and hazard statements as required
Inventory Listings: Included under TSCA (US), REACH/ELINCS (EU), and appropriate national inventories
Label Requirements: Complete labeling in line with GHS, including hazard, precaution, and response statements; Safety Data Sheet required with every commercial shipment
Other Regulatory Notes: Use restrictions in food, pharmaceuticals, and cosmetics in many regions; check most recent standards for allowable uses and concentrations
