Identification
Product identifiers, regulatory numbers, and supplier information
Product Information
- Product Name
- Benzene
- Product Code
- 39196
Regulatory Identifiers
- CAS Number
- 71-43-2 Check regulations →
- EC Number
- 200-753-7 Check regulations →
Identified Uses
SU24 Scientific research and development
Manufacturers & Suppliers
Alfa Aesar, Thermo Fisher Scientific Chemicals, Inc.
manufacturer
30 Bond Street, Ward Hill, MA 01835-8099
http://www.alfa.com
Emergency Contacts
Emergency Contact
(800) 343-0660
Monday-Friday, 8am-7pm EST
Carechem 24
(866) 928-0789
Hazard Identification
GHS classification, signal word, pictograms, and hazard statements
Hazard Classifications
GHS Pictograms
GHS02
GHS07
GHS08
Hazard Statements
Precautionary Statements
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Composition / Information on Ingredients
Chemical components, concentration ranges, and hazardous substance identification
| Chemical Name | CAS Number | Concentration | Hazardous |
|---|---|---|---|
| Benzene EC: 200-753-7 | 71-43-2 | 100% | No |
First Aid Measures
Emergency procedures for chemical exposure incidents
Supply fresh air. If required, provide artificial respiration. Keep patient warm. Seek immediate medical advice.
Symptoms: Suspected of causing cancer by inhalation.
Immediately wash with water and soap and rinse thoroughly. Seek immediate medical advice.
Symptoms: Causes skin irritation.
Rinse opened eye for several minutes under running water. Then consult a doctor.
Symptoms: Causes serious eye irritation.
Seek medical treatment.
Symptoms: May be fatal if swallowed and enters airways.
Immediate Medical Attention
Seek immediate medical advice. Consult a doctor. Seek medical treatment.
Medical Treatment
Seek medical treatment.
Firefighting Measures
Extinguishing media, specific hazards, and firefighter protection
Carbon dioxide, extinguishing powder or water spray. Fight larger fires with water spray or alcohol resistant foam.
If this product is involved in a fire, the following can be released: Carbon monoxide and carbon dioxide
Firefighter Protection
Wear self-contained respirator. Wear fully protective impervious suit.
Accidental Release Measures
Spill cleanup procedures, containment, and environmental protection
Wear protective equipment. Keep unprotected persons away.
Do not allow product to reach sewage system or any water course.
Absorb with liquid-binding material
Materials: sand, diatomite, acid binders, universal binders, sawdust
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Handling and Storage
Safe handling precautions, storage conditions, and workplace requirements
Keep container tightly sealed. Open and handle container with care.
Store in cool, dry place in tightly closed containers. Store in a cool location.
Protect against electrostatic charges. Keep ignition sources away.
Exposure Controls / PPE
Occupational exposure limits, engineering controls, and protective equipment
Properly operating chemical fume hood designed for hazardous chemicals and having an average face velocity of at least 100 feet per minute.
Impervious gloves Check protective gloves prior to each use for their proper condition. The selection of suitable gloves not only depends on the material, but also on quality. Quality will vary from manufacturer to manufacturer. Material of gloves Fluorocarbon rubber (Viton) Penetration time of glove material (in minutes) Not determined
Safely glasses
Use suitable respirator when high concentrations are present. Recommended filter device for short term use: Use a respirator with multi-purpose combination (US) or type ABEK (EN 14387) as a backup to engineering controls. Risk assessment should be performed to determine if air-purifying respirators are appropriate. Only use equipment tested and approved under appropriate government standards such as NIOSH (USA) or CEN (EU).
Protective work clothing.
Physical and Chemical Properties
Appearance, physical state, melting point, boiling point, and material characteristics
Stability and Reactivity
Chemical stability, hazardous reactions, and incompatible materials
Stable under recommended storage conditions.
No information known.
Reacts with strong oxidizing agents
No further relevant information available.
Acids, Oxidizing agents, Bases, Halogens
Carbon monoxide and carbon dioxide
Ecological Information
Environmental toxicity, biodegradation, and bioaccumulation data
The data for this section has not been processed yet.
Disposal Considerations
Waste treatment methods, disposal recommendations, and waste codes
Consult state, local or national regulations to ensure proper disposal.
Transport Information
UN numbers, shipping names, transport classes, and regulatory requirements
- UN Number
- UN1114
- Shipping Name
- Benzene
- Transport Class
- 3
- Packing Group
- II
Warning: Flammable liquids
Warning: Flammable liquids
Regulatory Information
Chemical regulations, safety assessments, and compliance status
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about safety, handling, and properties
What is the hazard signal word for Benzene?
The signal word is danger.
What is the physical form of Benzene?
Benzene is a liquid . It has aromatic odor.
What is Benzene used for?
SU24 Scientific research and development
What are the hazard statements for Benzene?
This substance has 7 hazard statements:
- H225: Highly flammable liquid and vapor.
- H304: May be fatal if swallowed and enters airways.
- H315: Causes skin irritation.
- H319: Causes serious eye irritation.
- H340: May cause genetic defects.
- H350: May cause cancer.
- H372: Causes damage to the lung, the kidneys, the liver, the spleen, the blood, the brain and the endocrine system through prolonged or repeated exposure. Route of exposure: Oral, Inhalative, Dermal.
What is the melting point of Benzene?
The melting point is 5 °C (41 °F) and the boiling point is 80 °C (176 °F).