MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET

MANUFACTURER:
Yakima Chief, Inc. 555
West South Hill Road Sunnyside, WA 98944 USA
Tel.: +1-509-839.90.22
Fax: +1-509-839.55.70

SECTION I - PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION

PRODUCT NAME: YC-CO2 Hop Extract

CHEMICAL NAME: Resin concentrate of humulones, lupulones and essential hop oils

CHEMICAL FAMILY: Hop Acid Concentrate

Hops fall under recognition by GRAS basis the general provisions of CFR 21, Part 182, Sec. 182.1.  CO₂ hop extract is specifically listed in Table 182.20.

SECTION II - MATERIAL or COMPONENTS

COMPOSITION:
A solid or resinous phase (pH 3-5) of alpha acids, beta acids, oils and uncharacterized resins produced by CO₂ extraction.
Concentration of the alpha acids is ranging 40-70% w/w.
Concentration of the beta acids is ranging 15-35% w/w.
Waxes and oils are less than 5% w/w.

HAZARDOUS COMPONENTS:
Not Applicable
Resin Concentrate from a Single Product (i.e. Hop Acid)

SECTION III - PHYSICAL DATA

BOILING POINT:  > 100°C
FREEZING POINT: -2°C
VAPOUR PRESSURE: Not Applicable
VAPOUR DENSITY: Not Applicable
SOLUBILITY IN WATER: Slightly
APPEARANCE & ODOUR:  Yellow, green or brown resin concentrate with a
pungent odor.
SPECIFIC GRAVITY: 0.95-1.05
PERCENT VOLATILE by VOLUME:  < 4%
EVAPORATION RATE: < 1 (as aqueous solution)

SECTION IV - FIRE & EXPLOSION

FLASH POINT: Not Applicable
EXTINGUISHING MEDIA: CO₂
SPECIAL FIRE FIGHTING PROCEDURES: None Required
UNUSUAL FIRE & EXPLOSION HAZARDS: None

SECTION V - HEALTH HAZARD DATA

THRESHOLD LIMIT VALUE: Not established.
ORAL INGESTION: Not applicable – Food product, very bitter, therefore unpalatable.
EYE CONTACT: May be a mild irritant.
SKIN CONTACT: Prolonged contact could cause dermatitis in some individuals.
INHALATION: Vapors generated during steam cleaning product spills may cause severe respiratory distress in some individuals.

EMERGENCY FIRST AID:
ORAL INGESTION: Not Applicable
EYE CONTACT: Wash with copious amounts of water.
Seek medical attention if irritation persists.
SKIN CONTACT: Wash with warm, soapy water. Seek medical attention if irritation persists. Launder contaminated clothing before reuse.
INHALATION:  Remove affected person to fresh air. Administer oxygen if necessary.

SECTION VI - SPILL or LEAK PROCEDURE

Steps to be taken in case material is released or spilled:
Scoop/shovel spilled material into recovery container. Flush area with hot soapy water to remove final traces. Use adequate ventilation or a respirator if in a confined area.

SECTION VII - SPECIAL PROTECTION

PROTECTIVE GLOVES: Rubber
EYE PROTECTION: Safety Glasses