| SAFETY DATA SHEET |
| PRODUCT AND COMPANY IDENTIFICATION |
| PRODUCT NAME: | Beeswax |
| PRODUCT TYPE: | Cosmetic Grade Pure Beeswax |
| PRODUCT RECOMMEND USE: | Pillar Wax, Candle Additive, Cosmetic |
| COMPANY: | California Candle Supply |
| 1011 E Route 66 | |
| Glendora, CA 91740 | |
| ISSUE DATE: | 8/9/2023 |
Emergency telephone CHEMTREC 1-800-424-9300
| HAZARD IDENTIFICATION |
| PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL HAZARDS |
| Potential Acute Health Effects: Slightly hazardous in case of skin contact (irritant), of eye contact (irritant), of ingestion, of inhalation. |
| Potential Chronic Health Effects: CARCINOGENIC EFFECT: Not available. MUTAGENIC EFFECTS: Not available. TERATOGENIC EFFECTS: Not available. DEVELOPMENTAL TOXICITY: Not available. Repeated or prolonged exposure is not known to aggravate medical condition. |
| COMPOSITION/INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS |
| Name | CAS Number | Weight % |
| Beeswax | 8012-89-3 | 100% |
Toxicological Data on Ingredients: Not applicable.
| FIRST AID MEASURES |
| Eye Contact | Check for and remove any contact lenses. In case of contact, immediately flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes. Get medical attention if irritation occurs. |
| Skin Contact |
Wash with soap and water. Cover the irritated skin with an emollient. Get medical attention if irritation |
| Serious Skin Contact |
Not available. |
| Inhalation |
If inhaled, remove to fresh air. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, give |
| Serious Inhalation |
Not available. |
| Ingestion |
Do NOT induce vomiting unless directed to do so by medical personnel. Never give anything by mouth to |
| Serious Ingestion |
Not available. |
| FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES |
| Flammability of the Product | May be combustible at high temperature. |
|
Auto-Ignition Temperature |
Not available. |
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Flash Points |
OPEN CUP: 204.4°C (399.9°F). |
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Flammable Limits |
Not available. |
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Products of Combustion |
Not available. |
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Fire Hazards in Presence of Various Substances |
Not available. |
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Explosion Hazards in Presence of Various Substances |
Risks of explosion of the product in presence of mechanical impact: Not available. Risks of explosion of the product in |
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Fire Fighting Media and Instructions |
SMALL FIRE: Use DRY chemical powder. LARGE FIRE: Use water spray, fog or foam. Do not use water jet. |
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Special Remarks on Fire Hazards |
Not available. |
| Special Remarks on Explosion Hazards |
Not available. |
| ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES |
| Small Spill | Use appropriate tools to put the spilled solid in a convenient waste disposal container. Finish cleaning by spreading water on the contaminated surface and dispose of according to local and regional authority requirements. |
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Large Spill |
Use a shovel to put the material into a convenient waste disposal container. Finish cleaning by spreading water on the |
| HANDLING & STORAGE |
| Precautions | Keep away from heat. Keep away from sources of ignition. Empty containers pose a fire risk, evaporate the residue under a fume hood. Ground all equipment containing material. Do not breathe dust. |
| Storage |
Keep container tightly closed. Keep container in a cool, well-ventilated area. |
| EXPOSURE CONTROLS/PERSONAL PROTECTION |
| Engineering Controls | Use process enclosures, local exhaust ventilation, or other engineering controls to keep airborne levels below recommended exposure limits. If user operations generate dust, fume or mist, use ventilation to keep exposure to airborne contaminants below the exposure limit. |
| Personal Protection |
Safety glasses. Lab coat. Dust respirator. Be sure to use an approved/certified respirator or |
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Personal Protection in Case of a Large Spill |
If ventilation is insufficient, suitable respiratory protection must be provided. Chemical respirator with organic vapor cartridge. |
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Exposure Limits |
Protective gloves should be used if there is a risk of direct contact or splash. Nitrille gloves are recommended. |
| PHYSICAL & CHEMICAL PROPERTIES |
| Appearance | Yellow to Brownish-Yellow, Soft to Brittle Wax. |
| Odor |
A Honey Balsamic Odor. |
| Odor threshold |
Not Available |
| pH |
7.35 to 7.45 |
| Melting point/freezing point |
62-65 C. / 143.6-149 F. |
| Initial boiling point and boiling range |
@760mmHg > 260 Deg. C or 500 F |
| Flash point |
Open cup: 204 deg. C or 399.2 F |
| Evaporation rate |
Not Available |
| Flammability |
Hazard ratings are from HMIS (Hazardous Materials Information System) - FLAMMABILITY 0 |
| Upper/lower flammability or explosive limits |
No Data |
| Vapor pressure |
(mm Hg): No data |
| Relative density |
(air+1): No data |
| Solubility (ies) |
Insoluble in cold water |
| Partition coefficient: n-octanol/water |
Not Available |
| Auto-ignition temperature |
Not Available |
| Viscosity |
Solid material unless heated above melting point (62-65 C. / 143.6-149 F.) viscosity varies by temperature. |
| Specific Gravity |
0.92 – 0.97 |
| STABILITY & REACTIVITY DATA |
| Stability | Very stable under normal temperature conditions and recommend use. |
| TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION |
| Inhalation |
Overheated vapor may irritate respiratory system or lungs. |
| Ingestion |
May irritate and cause stomach pain, vomiting and diarrhea. |
| Skin Contact |
Slightly hazardous in case of skin contact (irritant), Can be dangerous if heated (temperature). |
| Eye Contact |
Spray and vapor in eyes may cause irritation and smarting. |
| ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION |
| Ecotoxicity | Not available |
| Products of Biodegradation | Possibly hazardous short term degradation products are not likely. However, long term degradation products may arise |
| Toxicity of the Products of Biodegradation |
The products of degradation are more toxic. |
| DISPOSAL CONSIDERATION |
| Waste Disposal | Dispose of product in accordance with local, state or provincial and federal regulations. Check with local municipal authority to ensure compliance. |
| TRANSPORT INFORMATION |
| DOT; IMDG; IATA; IMO; ADR: |
This product is not classified as dangerous goods as defined by 49 CFR 172.101 by the U.S. Department of Transportation. |
| Technical Description | Natural Wax |
| REGULATORY INFORMATION |
| EC/GHS classification |
According to EC/GHS regulations this product is not classified as hazardous. EPA Hazard Categories (SARA 311, 312): NONE United States: The ingredients of this product are on the TSCA Inventory |
| OTHER INFORMATION |
| Disclaimer of Warranty | The information contained herein is based upon data availabe to us, and reflects our best professional judgement. However, no warranty of merchantability, fitness for any use, or any other warranty is expressed or implied regarding the accuracy of such data, the results to be obtained from the use thereof. or that any such does not infringe any patent. |