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What is Benzyl chloride?

Benzyl chloride (CAS: 100-44-7). It's a colorless substance commonly used SU24 Scientific research and development

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Signal Word

danger

Classification

N/A
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Hazard Statements

  • H227: Combustible liquid.
  • H302: Harmful if swallowed.
  • H331: Toxic if inhaled.
  • H315: Causes skin irritation.
  • H318: Causes serious eye damage.
  • H350: May cause cancer.
  • H335: May cause respiratory irritation.
  • H373: May cause damage to the lung, the liver, the heart and the digestive system through prolonged or repeated exposure. Route of exposure: Oral, Inhalative.

Precautionary Statements

  • P210: Keep away from heat/sparks/open flames/hot surfaces. No smoking.
  • P260: Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray.
  • P305+P351+P338: IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing.
  • P302+P352: IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of water/ ...
  • P405: Store locked up.
  • P501: Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local/regional/national/international regulations.
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Physical State
Liquid
Physical State Data
liquid
State Under Standard Conditions
Not available
Appearance
Colorless
Colour
Colorless
Colour Intensity
Not available
Form
Liquid
Odor
Unpleasant
Odor Threshold
Not determined.
Ph
Not determined.
Property
Not available
Property
Not available

Product Information

  • Product Code: 43349

Frequently Asked Questions

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What is the hazard signal word for Benzyl chloride?

The signal word for this substance is "danger".

What is the physical form of Benzyl chloride?

Benzyl chloride is a liquid appearing as colorless with colorless color. It has unpleasant odor.

What is Benzyl chloride used for?

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What are the hazard statements for Benzyl chloride?

This substance has 8 hazard statements: H227: Combustible liquid. H302: Harmful if swallowed. H331: Toxic if inhaled. H315: Causes skin irritation. H318: Causes serious eye damage. H350: May cause cancer. H335: May cause respiratory irritation. H373: May cause damage to the lung, the liver, the heart and the digestive system through prolonged or repeated exposure. Route of exposure: Oral, Inhalative.

What is the melting point of Benzyl chloride?

The melting point is -43 ºC (-45 ºF) and the boiling point is 178-180 ºC (352-356 ºF).