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Benzyl alcohol

1.1

IDENTIFICATION OF THE SUBSTANCE/MIXTURE AND OF THE COMPANY/UNDERTAKING

Product identifiers

Product name

Product Number

Brand

Index-No.

CAS-No.

Benzyl alcohol

08421

Fluka

603-057-00-5

100-51-6

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Relevant identified uses of the substance or mixture and uses advised against

Identified uses

Laboratory chemicals, Manufacture of substances

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2.2

HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION

Classification of the substance or mixture

Classification according to Regulation (EC) No 1272/2008 [EU-GHS/CLP]

Acute toxicity, Inhalation (Category 4)

Acute toxicity, Oral (Category 4)

Classification according to EU Directives 67/548/EEC or 1999/45/EC

Harmful by inhalation and if swallowed.

Label elements

Labelling according Regulation (EC) No 1272/2008 [CLP]

Pictogram

Signal word

Hazard statement(s)

H302

H332

Precautionary statement(s)

Supplemental Hazard

Warning

Harmful if swallowed.

Harmful if inhaled.

none

Statements

According to European Directive 67/548/EEC as amended.

Hazard symbol(s)

R-phrase(s)

R20/22

S-phrase(s)

S26

Harmful by inhalation and if swallowed.

In case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of water and

seek medical advice.

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3.1

Other hazards - none

COMPOSITION/INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS

Substances

Synonyms

Formula

Molecular Weight

Component

Benzyl alcohol

Benzenemethanol

C7H8O

108,14 g/mol

Concentration

CAS-No.

EC-No.

Index-No.

100-51-6

202-859-9

603-057-00-5

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FIRST AID MEASURES

Description of first aid measures

General advice

Consult a physician. Show this safety data sheet to the doctor in attendance.

If inhaled

If breathed in, move person into fresh air. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. Consult a physician.

In case of skin contact

Wash off with soap and plenty of water. Consult a physician.

In case of eye contact

Flush eyes with water as a precaution.

If swallowed

Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. Rinse mouth with water. Consult a physician.

Most important symptoms and effects, both acute and delayed

Central nervous system depression

Indication of any immediate medical attention and special treatment needed

no data available

FIREFIGHTING MEASURES

Extinguishing media

Suitable extinguishing media

Use water spray, alcohol-resistant foam, dry chemical or carbon dioxide.

Special hazards arising from the substance or mixture

Carbon oxides

Advice for firefighters

Wear self contained breathing apparatus for fire fighting if necessary.

Further information

no data available

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8.2

ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES

Personal precautions, protective equipment and emergency procedures

Use personal protective equipment. Avoid breathing vapors, mist or gas. Ensure adequate ventilation.

Environmental precautions

Prevent further leakage or spillage if safe to do so. Do not let product enter drains. Discharge into the

environment must be avoided.

Methods and materials for containment and cleaning up

Soak up with inert absorbent material and dispose of as hazardous waste. Keep in suitable, closed

containers for disposal.

Reference to other sections

For disposal see section 13.

HANDLING AND STORAGE

Precautions for safe handling

Avoid contact with skin and eyes. Avoid inhalation of vapour or mist.

Conditions for safe storage, including any incompatibilities

Store in cool place. Keep container tightly closed in a dry and well-ventilated place.

Handle and store under inert gas. hygroscopic

Specific end uses

no data available

EXPOSURE CONTROLS/PERSONAL PROTECTION

Control parameters

Components with workplace control parameters

Exposure controls

Appropriate engineering controls

Handle in accordance with good industrial hygiene and safety practice. Wash hands before breaks and

at the end of workday.

Personal protective equipment

Eye/face protection

Face shield and safety glasses Use equipment for eye protection tested and approved under

appropriate government standards such as NIOSH (US) or EN 166(EU).

Skin protection

Handle with gloves. Gloves must be inspected prior to use. Use proper glove removal technique

(without touching glove's outer surface) to avoid skin contact with this product. Dispose of

contaminated gloves after use in accordance with applicable laws and good laboratory practices.

Wash and dry hands.

The selected protective gloves have to satisfy the specifications of EU Directive 89/686/EEC and

the standard EN 374 derived from it.

Immersion protection

Material: butyl-rubber

Minimum layer thickness: 0,3 mm

Break through time: > 480 min

Material tested:Butoject? (Anonymous Z677647, Size M)

Splash protection

Material: Nitrile rubber

Minimum layer thickness: 0,4 mm

Break through time: > 30 min

Material tested:Camatril? (Anonymous Z677442, Size M)

data source: KCL GmbH, D-36124 Eichenzell, phone +49 (0)6659 873000, e-mail sales@kcl.de,

test method: EN374

If used in solution, or mixed with other substances, and under conditions which differ from EN 374,

contact the supplier of the CE approved gloves. This recommendation is advisory only and must

be evaluated by an Industrial Hygienist familiar with the specific situation of anticipated use by our

customers. It should not be construed as offering an approval for any specific use scenario.

Body Protection

Complete suit protecting against chemicals, The type of protective equipment must be selected

according to the concentration and amount of the dangerous substance at the specific workplace.

Respiratory protection

Where risk assessment shows air-purifying respirators are appropriate use a full-face respirator

with multi-purpose combination (US) or type ABEK (EN 14387) respirator cartridges as a backup

to engineering controls. If the respirator is the sole means of protection, use a full-face supplied air

respirator. Use respirators and components tested and approved under appropriate government

standards such as NIOSH (US) or CEN (EU).

9.1

PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES

Information on basic physical and chemical properties

Appearance

Odour

Odour Threshold

Melting point/freezing

point

Initial boiling point and

boiling range

Flash point

Evaporation rate

Form: liquid, clear

Colour: colourless

no data available

Melting point/range: -16 - -13 °C

203 - 205 °C

96 °C - closed cup

no data available

Flammability (solid, gas) no data available

Upper/lower

flammability or

explosive limits

Vapour pressure

Vapour density

no data available

5,00 hPa at 77 °C

17,7 hPa at 100 °C

0,125 hPa at 25 °C

3,73 - (Air = 1.0)

m) Relative density

1,045 g/mL at 25 °C

Water solubility

Partition coefficient: n-

octanol/water

Autoignition

temperature

Decomposition

temperature

Viscosity

Explosive properties

Oxidizing properties

33 g/l at 20 °C

log Pow: 1,1

no data available

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Other safety information

Surface tension

39 mN/m at 20 °C

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STABILITY AND REACTIVITY

Reactivity

no data available

Chemical stability

no data available

Possibility of hazardous reactions

no data available

Conditions to avoid

A mixture of benzyl alcohol and 58% sulfuric acid decomposed violently when heated to 180°C. Benzyl

alcohol containing 1.4% hydrogen bromide and 1.1% of an iron(II) salt polymerized exothermally when

heated above 100°C.

Incompatible materials

Strong oxidizing agents

Hazardous decomposition products

Other decomposition products - no data available

TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION

Information on toxicological effects

Acute toxicity

LD50 Oral - rat - 1.230 mg/kg

Remarks: Behavioral:Somnolence (general depressed activity). Behavioral:Excitement. Behavioral:Coma.

Inhalation: no data available

LD50 Dermal - rabbit - 2.000 mg/kg

Skin corrosion/irritation

Skin - rabbit - Irritating to skin. - 24 h

Serious eye damage/eye irritation

no data available

Respiratory or skin sensitization

no data available

Germ cell mutagenicity

no data available

Carcinogenicity

IARC:

No component of this product present at levels greater than or equal to 0.1% is identified as

probable, possible or confirmed human carcinogen by IARC.

Reproductive toxicity

no data available

Specific target organ toxicity - single exposure

no data available

Specific target organ toxicity - repeated exposure

no data available

Aspiration hazard

no data available

Potential health effects

Inhalation

Ingestion

Skin

Harmful if inhaled. Causes respiratory tract irritation.

Harmful if swallowed.

Harmful if absorbed through skin. Causes skin irritation.

Signs and Symptoms of Exposure

Central nervous system depression

Additional Information

RTECS: DN3150000

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ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION

Toxicity

Toxicity to fish

Toxicity to daphnia and

other aquatic

invertebrates

LC50 - Lepomis macrochirus (Bluegill) - 10 mg/l - 96 h

EC50 - Daphnia magna (Water flea) - 55 mg/l - 24 h

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Persistence and degradability

Biodegradability

Biotic/Aerobic - Exposure time 28 d

Result: 92 - 96 % - Readily biodegradable.

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Bioaccumulative potential

no data available

Mobility in soil

no data available

Results of PBT and vPvB assessment

no data available

Other adverse effects

Toxic to aquatic life.

DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS

Waste treatment methods

Product

Offer surplus and non-recyclable solutions to a licensed disposal company.

Contaminated packaging

Dispose of as unused product.

TRANSPORT INFORMATION

UN number

14.2

ADR/RID: -

UN proper shipping name

IMDG: -

IATA: 3334

ADR/RID:

IMDG:

IATA:

Not dangerous goods

Aviation regulated liquid, n.o.s. (Benzyl alcohol)

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Transport hazard class(es)

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ADR/RID: -

Packaging group

ADR/RID: -

Environmental hazards

ADR/RID: no

Special precautions for user

no data available

REGULATORY INFORMATION

IMDG: -

IMDG Marine pollutant: no

IATA: 9

IATA: -

IATA: no

This safety datasheet complies with the requirements of Regulation (EC) No. 1907/2006.

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Safety, health and environmental regulations/legislation specific for the substance or mixture

no data available

Chemical Safety Assessment

no data available

OTHER INFORMATION

Further information

The above information is believed to be correct but does not purport to be all inclusive and
shall be used only as a guide. The information this document is based on the resent state
of our knowledge and is applicable to the product with regard to appropriate safety precautions.
It does not represent any guarantee of the properties of the product. Lookchem shall not be
held liable for any damage resulting from handling or from contact with the above product.
See reverse side of invoice or packing slip for additional terms and conditions of sale.

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