JOJOBA OIL Property

Melting point:

7℃

Boiling point:

396℃ at 101.325kPa

Density 

0.87 g/mL at 20 °C

vapor pressure 

0-0Pa at 25℃

refractive index 

n20/D1.466

storage temp. 

2-8°C

form 

Semi-solid(amorphous):gel

EPA Substance Registry System

Jojoba wax (61789-91-1)

Safety

Safety Statements 

24/25

WGK Germany 

3

RTECS 

NY9262700

F 

8

Hazard and Precautionary Statements (GHS)

Symbol(GHS)

Signal word

Warning

Hazard statements

H319Causes serious eye irritation

H332Harmful if inhaled

H413May cause long lasting harmful effects to aquatic life

Precautionary statements

P261Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray.

P264Wash hands thoroughly after handling.

P264Wash skin thouroughly after handling.

P271Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area.

P280Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection.

P304+P340IF INHALED: Remove victim to fresh air and Keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing.

P305+P351+P338IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continuerinsing.

P312Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician if you feel unwell.

JOJOBA OIL Chemical Properties,Usage,Production

Description

Jojoba oil is Oily liquid in nature and has a characteristic fatty odor. Jojoba oil is goldencolored liquid wax, which are produced by the seeds of the jojoba plant Jojoba oil is used for dry and oily skin. It regulates the sebum produced on the skin, as the oil can control the greasy texture of the skin. On dry skin type, the oil acts as a moisturizer. Mix a little quantity of jojoba oil with your regular moisturizer and this works wonders on your skin. Jojoba oil also acts as a lip-balm for dry and chapped lips. Jojoba oil has many benefits, and is best used for the hair and skin. Jojoba oil has been reported combustible at high temperature. Jojoba oil contain no component at levels greater than or equal to 0.1% is identified as probable, possible or confirmed human carcinogen by International Cancer Research: Cancer (IARC). The toxicological properties of Jojoba oil have not been fully studied and not much published information is available on the safety and hazards of Jojoba oil.

Chemical Properties

Colorless, odorless, waxy liquid; chemically similar to sperm oil.

Uses

jojoba oil (Simmondsia chinensis) is a moisturizer and emollient. Jojoba oil was traditionally held in high regard by native Americans of the Sonora Desert for its cosmetic properties. Mystical properties have been attributed to it for its apparent ability to heal the skin. Jojoba oil reduces transepidermal water loss without completely blocking the transportation of water vapor and gases, providing the skin with suppleness and softness. In addition, it gives cosmetic products excellent spreadability and lubricity. Studies indicate that jojoba oil can penetrate rapidly by absorption via the pores and hair follicles. From these areas, it seems to diffuse into the stratum corneum layer and acts with intercellular lipids to further reduce water loss. Ingredient manufacturers claim that the chemical composition, functionality, blending ability, appearance, and feel of synthetically produced jojoba oil are the same as the natural oil. Jojoba oil is not a primary skin irritant and does not promote sensitization. Although it is generally considered non-comedogenic, laboratory studies indicate slight-to-moderate comedogenicity depending on the potency of the oil. Jojoba oil is derived from the plant seeds.

Definition

Extractives and their physically modified derivatives. Simmondsia chinensis, Buxaceae.