What are the safety considerations and MSDS for this eucalyptus leaf oil?
Eucalyptus leaf oil is a flammable, skin-sensitising essential oil. It must be handled with care and used diluted. A full MSDS/SDS is supplied with every order and shipment.
Safety Summary
| Item | Information |
|---|---|
| Classification | Flammable liquid (flash point ≈ 50°C closed cup) |
| Skin | Potential skin sensitiser — dilute before skin contact; patch test first |
| Eyes/mucous membranes | Irritant — rinse immediately with water if contacted |
| Ingestion | Harmful if swallowed — do not ingest except in approved food-flavor products |
| Inhalation | High concentrations may irritate; use in ventilated areas |
| Children/pets | Keep out of reach; do not use on infants under 2 years; toxic to cats at high exposure |
| Storage | Cool, dark, sealed, away from ignition and oxidizers |
- SDS sections covered: composition (CAS 8000-48-4), GHS/CLP hazards, first aid, fire-fighting, accidental release, handling/storage, exposure controls, toxicology, transport (UN1993 Class 3)
- Request the SDS in your language (EN/DE/FR/ES/AR/...) with the COA
- In the workplace: wear nitrile gloves, safety glasses and use local ventilation for bulk handling
- Spills: absorb with inert material, ventilate, avoid drains
- Emergency numbers and first-aid procedures are printed in the SDS — keep it accessible
This article was published on 2026-09-07, and last updated on 2026-09-07. The article will be continuously updated.