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Styrene

CAS 100-42-5

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01

Identification

Product identifiers, regulatory numbers, and supplier information

Product Information

Product Name
Styrene
Chemical Name
Styrene

Regulatory Identifiers

CAS Number
100-42-5 Check regulations →
REACH No.
01-2119457861-32-0067

Identified Uses

Industrial use

Manufacturers & Suppliers

I

Integra SA

133 Chaussée de Tervuren, 1410 Waterloo, Belgium

02

Hazard Identification

GHS classification, signal word, pictograms, and hazard statements

Classified danger

Hazard Classifications

Flam. Liq. Cat. 3 H226
Eye Irrit. Cat. 2 H332
Skin Irrit. Cat. 2 H315
Acute Tox. Cat. 4 H319

GHS Pictograms

GHS02 - Flammable

GHS02

GHS05 - Corrosive

GHS05

GHS07 - Health hazard

GHS07

Hazard Statements

H226 Flammable liquid and vapour.
H315 Causes skin irritation.
H319 Causes serious eye irritation.
H332 Harmful if inhaled.

Precautionary Statements

P101 If medical advice is needed, have product container or label at hand.
P210 Keep away from heat/sparks/open flames/hot surfaces. - No smoking.

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03

Composition / Information on Ingredients

Chemical components, concentration ranges, and hazardous substance identification

Type substance
Chemical Name CAS Number Concentration Hazardous
Styrene 100-42-5 99.6 - 99.8% Yes
04

First Aid Measures

Emergency procedures for chemical exposure incidents

Inhalation

Keep at rest. Move to fresh air. Oxygen or artificial respiration if needed. Obtain medical attention.

Skin contact

Wash off immediately with soap and plenty of water. Remove contaminated clothing and shoes. Wash contaminated clothing before reuse. Obtain medical attention.

Eye contact

Rinse immediately with plenty of water, also under the eyelids, for at least 15 minutes. Obtain medical attention.

Ingestion

Rinse mouth. Drink plenty of water. Obtain medical attention. Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person.

Immediate Medical Attention

Obtain medical attention.

05

Firefighting Measures

Extinguishing media, specific hazards, and firefighter protection

Unsuitable media

High volume water jet

Specific hazards

Vapours may form explosive mixture with air. Vapours are heavier than air and may spread along floors. Flash back possible over considerable distance.

Instructions

Evacuate personnel to safe areas.

Firefighter Protection

Wear personal protective equipment. Wear self-contained breathing apparatus and protective suit.

06

Accidental Release Measures

Spill cleanup procedures, containment, and environmental protection

Emergency procedures

Wear personal protective equipment. Avoid contact with skin, eyes and clothing. Do not breathe vapours or spray mist.

Environmental

Do not flush into surface water or sanitary sewer system.

Cleanup methods

Soak up with inert absorbent material (e.g. sand, silica gel, acid binder, universal binder, sawdust). Sweep up and shovel into suitable containers for disposal.

Materials: sand, silica gel, acid binder, universal binder, sawdust

Related Products

Similar products with comparable safety profiles

07

Handling and Storage

Safe handling precautions, storage conditions, and workplace requirements

Handling

Wear personal protective equipment. Avoid contact with skin, eyes and clothing. Do not breathe vapours or spray mist. Keep away from open flames, hot surfaces and sources of ignition. Do not smoke. Ensure adequate ventilation. Do not burn, or use a cutting torch on, the empty drum. Do not puncture. Ensure all equipment is electrically grounded before beginning transfer operations. Handle in accordance with good industrial hygiene and safety practice. Wash hands and face before breaks and immediately after handling the product.

Storage

Keep tightly closed in a dry, cool and well-ventilated place. Keep at temperatures below 20 °C. Keep away from open flames, hot surfaces and sources of ignition. Keep away from direct sunlight.

Hygiene

Handle in accordance with good industrial hygiene and safety practice. Wash hands and face before breaks and immediately after handling the product.

Fire prevention

Keep away from open flames, hot surfaces and sources of ignition. Do not smoke. Ensure all equipment is electrically grounded before beginning transfer operations.

08

Exposure Controls / PPE

Occupational exposure limits, engineering controls, and protective equipment

Engineering

Use only in area provided with appropriate exhaust ventilation.

Hands

Protective gloves complying with EN 374. Polyvinyl alcohol or nitrile- butyl-rubber gloves

Eyes

Safety glasses (EN 166)

Respiratory

In case of insufficient ventilation, wear suitable respiratory equipment. Recommended Filter type: A2

Skin/Body

Wear personal protective equipment.

09

Physical and Chemical Properties

Appearance, physical state, melting point, boiling point, and material characteristics

State Under Standard Conditions
---
Decomposition Temperature
---
Odor
---
Physical State Data
liquid
Solubility
---
Auto Ignition Temperature
---
Cloud Point
---
Solubility In Fat
no data available
Flammability
no data available
Molecular Weight
---
Physical State
liquid
Partition Coefficient
no data available
Voc Content
---
Relative Density
0,906 kg/m3
Explosive Limits
---
Density
---
Metal Corrosion
---
Vapor Pressure
4,3 mmHg (20 °C)
Colour
---
Appearance
liquid
Bulk Density
---
Boiling Point
145,2 °C
Freezing Point
---
Relative Evaporation Rate
---
Form
---
Dynamic Viscosity
---
Properties Status
---
Solubility In Water
negligible -125 mg/l (20 °C)
Vapor Density
no data available
Crystallisation Point
---
Evaporation Rate
no data available
Flash Point
30 °C (CC), 37 °C (OC)
Ph
no data available
Colour Intensity
---
Melting Point
---
Upper Explosive Limit
5,2%
Odor Threshold
---
Kinematic Viscosity
---
Softening Point
---
Lower Explosive Limit
1,1%
Solidification Point
---
10

Stability and Reactivity

Chemical stability, hazardous reactions, and incompatible materials

Avoid

Heat, flames and sparks.

Incompatible

Oxidizing agents. Acids and bases

Decomposition

Cox

12

Ecological Information

Environmental toxicity, biodegradation, and bioaccumulation data

The data for this section has not been processed yet.

13

Disposal Considerations

Waste treatment methods, disposal recommendations, and waste codes

Treatment

Dispose of in accordance with local regulations.

Disposal

no data available

Waste Codes

150110 packaging containing residues of or contaminated by dangerous substances EWC
14

Transport Information

UN numbers, shipping names, transport classes, and regulatory requirements

UN Number
2055
Shipping Name
Styrene monomer, stabilized
Transport Class
3
Packing Group
III
15

Regulatory Information

Chemical regulations, safety assessments, and compliance status

no data available

Chemical Safety Assessment Not performed
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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about safety, handling, and properties

What is the hazard signal word for Styrene?

The signal word is danger.

What is the physical form of Styrene?

Styrene is a liquid appearing as liquid .

What is Styrene used for?

Industrial use

What are the hazard statements for Styrene?

This substance has 4 hazard statements:

  • H226: Flammable liquid and vapour.
  • H315: Causes skin irritation.
  • H319: Causes serious eye irritation.
  • H332: Harmful if inhaled.