Chemical Product Identification & Regulatory Data
Official chemical identifiers, CAS numbers, and regulatory compliance information
Basic Product Information
Regulatory Identifiers
Chemical Abstracts Service registry number - unique identifier for chemical substances
Uses Information
Overview
BTX / Platformate is a pale yellow. straw. liquid. substance commonly used for use as a component in gasoline. feedstock in chemical industry. refinery feedstock. please refer to ch16 and/or the annexes for the registered uses under reach..
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GHS Hazard Classification & Safety Warnings
Globally Harmonized System (GHS) hazard pictograms, signal words, and safety classifications
Classification Status
Signal Word
Hazard Classifications
GHS Hazard Pictograms & Safety Symbols
GHS02
GHS07
GHS08
GHS09
GHS (Globally Harmonized System) pictograms indicate specific chemical hazard categories and safety precautions
Hazard Statements
- H224: Extremely flammable liquid and vapour.
- H315: Causes skin irritation.
- H304: May be fatal if swallowed and enters airways.
- H361: Suspected of damaging fertility or the unborn child.
- H340: May cause genetic defects.
- H350: May cause cancer.
- H336: May cause drowsiness or dizziness.
- H411: Toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects.
Precautionary Statements
- P201: Obtain special instructions before use.
- P210: Keep away from heat/sparks/open flames/hot surfaces. No smoking.
- P280: Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection.
- P301+P310: IF SWALLOWED: Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician.
- P403+P233: Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed.
- P501: Dispose of contents and container to appropriate waste site or reclaimer in accordance with local and national regulations.
Chemical Manufacturers & Supply Chain
Authorized suppliers, manufacturers, and distribution network information
Shell Trading International Limited
manufacturer
80 Strand, London, UK WC2R 0ZA
GB
(+4 4 ) (0) 20 7546 2364
24/7 Emergency Response & Poison Control
Critical emergency contact numbers for chemical spills, exposure incidents, and medical emergencies
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Chemical Composition & Hazardous Ingredients
Detailed component analysis, concentration ranges, and hazardous substance identification
Product Type
substanceGeneral Composition
A complex combination of hydrocarbons produced by the distillation of the products from a catalytic reforming process. It consists of hydrocarbons having carbon numbers predominantly in the range of C5 through C12 and boiling in the range of approximately 35C to 230C (95F to 446F).
Chemical Components & Hazardous Substances
| Chemical Name | CAS Number | Concentration | Hazardous |
|---|---|---|---|
| Xylene EC: 215-535-7 | 1330-20-7 | 2-15% | ⚠️ Hazardous |
| Naphtha (petroleum), full-range reformed EC: 272-895-8 | 68919-37-9 | 100% | ⚠️ Hazardous |
| Toluene EC: 203-625-9 | 108-88-3 | 15-25% | ⚠️ Hazardous |
| Benzene EC: 200-753-7 | 71-43-2 | 1% | ⚠️ Hazardous |
| Cumene EC: 202-704-5 | 98-82-8 | 5% | ⚠️ Hazardous |
| Ethylbenzene EC: 202-849-4 | 100-41-4 | 0.5% | ⚠️ Hazardous |
| Cyclohexane EC: 203-806-2 | 110-82-7 | 5-10% | ⚠️ Hazardous |
| n-Hexane EC: 203-777-6 | 110-54-3 | 10% | ⚠️ Hazardous |
| Trimethylbenzene, all isomers EC: 247-099-9 | 25551-13-7 | 1-5% | ⚠️ Hazardous |
| Naphthalene EC: 202-049-5 | 91-20-3 | 0.5% | ⚠️ Hazardous |
Additional Information
Refer to Ch 16 for full text of R- and H- phrases.
Composition Notes
Product is not a mixture according to regulation 1907/2006/EC.
Emergency First Aid Measures
Critical first aid procedures for chemical exposure incidents and medical emergencies
🫁 Inhalation Exposure
Remove to fresh air. If rapid recovery does not occur, transport to nearest medical facility for additional treatment.
Symptoms:
If material enters lungs, signs and symptoms may include coughing, choking, wheezing, difficulty in breathing, chest congestion, shortness of breath, and/or fever. Breathing of high vapour concentrations may cause central nervous system (CNS) depression resulting in dizziness, light-headedness, headache, nausea and loss of coordination. Continued inhalation may result in unconsciousness and death.
🖐️ Skin Contact
Remove contaminated clothing. Immediately flush skin with large amounts of water for at least 15 minutes, and follow by washing with soap and water if available. If redness, swelling, pain and/or blisters occur, transport to the nearest medical facility for additional treatment.
Symptoms:
Redness, swelling, pain and/or blisters. Skin irritation signs and symptoms may include a burning sensation, redness, or swelling.
👁️ Eye Contact
Flush eyes with water while holding eyelids open. Rest eyes for 30 minutes. If redness, burning, blurred vision, or swelling persist transport to the nearest medical facility for additional treatment.
Symptoms:
Redness, burning, blurred vision, or swelling. Eye irritation signs and symptoms may include a burning sensation and a temporary redness of the eye.
🍽️ Ingestion/Swallowing
If swallowed, do not induce vomiting: transport to nearest medical facility for additional treatment. If vomiting occurs spontaneously, keep head below hips to prevent aspiration. If any of the following delayed signs and symptoms appear within the next 6 hours, transport to the nearest medical facility: fever greater than 101 F (38.3C), shortness of breath, chest congestion or continued coughing or wheezing.
Symptoms:
If any of the following delayed signs and symptoms appear within the next 6 hours: fever greater than 101 F (38.3C), shortness of breath, chest congestion or continued coughing or wheezing.
🚨 Immediate Medical Attention Required
Transport to nearest medical facility for additional treatment if rapid recovery does not occur (inhalation), if redness, swelling, pain and/or blisters occur (skin), if redness, burning, blurred vision, or swelling persist (eye), or if swallowed. Also transport if any of the following delayed signs and symptoms appear within the next 6 hours after ingestion: fever greater than 101 F (38.3C), shortness of breath, chest congestion or continued coughing or wheezing.
Medical Treatment
Treat symptomatically.
Related Chemical Substances & Alternative Products
Similar chemicals with comparable safety profiles and industrial applications
Technical Specifications & Material Properties
Physical state, chemical properties, melting point, boiling point, and material characteristics
Exposure Controls & Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
Occupational exposure limits, engineering controls, and required safety equipment
🏭 Engineering Controls
Use sealed systems as far as possible. Adequate explosion-proof ventilation to control airborne concentrations below the exposure guidelines/limits. Local exhaust ventilation is recommended. Eye washes and showers for emergency use.
🧤 Hand Protection
Personal hygiene is a key element of effective hand care. Gloves must only be worn on clean hands. After using gloves, hands should be washed and dried thoroughly. Application of a non-perfumed moisturizer is recommended. Suitability and durability of a glove is dependent on usage, e.g. frequency and duration of contact, chemical resistance of glove material, dexterity. Always seek advice from glove suppliers. Contaminated gloves should be replaced. For continuous contact we recommend gloves with breakthrough time of more than 240 minutes with preference for > 480 minutes where suitable gloves can be identified. For short-term/splash protection we recommend the same, but recognise that suitable gloves offering this level of protection may not be available and in this case a lower breakthrough time may be acceptable so long as appropriate maintenance and replacement regimes are followed. Glove thickness is not a good predictor of glove resistance to a chemical as it is dependent on the exact composition of the glove material. Select gloves tested to a relevant standard (e.g. Europe EN374, US F739). When prolonged or frequent repeated contact occurs, Nitrile gloves may be suitable. (Breakthrough time of > 240 minutes.) For incidental contact/splash protection Neoprene, PVC gloves may be suitable.
👁️ Eye Protection
Chemical splash goggles (chemical monogoggles). If a local risk assessment deems it so, then chemical splash goggles may not be required and safety glasses may provide adequate eye protection. Approved to EU Standard EN166.
😷 Respiratory Protection
If engineering controls do not maintain airborne concentrations to a level which is adequate to protect worker health, select respiratory protection equipment suitable for the specific conditions of use and meeting relevant legislation. Check with respiratory protective equipment suppliers. Where air-filtering respirators are suitable, select an appropriate combination of mask and filter. Where air-filtering respirators are unsuitable (e.g. airborne concentrations are high, risk of oxygen deficiency, confined space) use appropriate positive pressure breathing apparatus. All respiratory protection equipment and use must be in accordance with local regulations. Select a filter suitable for combined particulate/organic gases and vapors [Type A/Type P boiling point > 65C (149F)] meeting EN14387 and EN143.
🦺 Skin/Body Protection
Chemical resistant gloves/gauntlets, boots, and apron (where risk of splashing).
🌍 Environmental Exposure Controls
Local guidelines on emission limits for volatile substances must be observed for the discharge of exhaust air containing vapour. Information on accidental release measures are to be found in section 6.
Transportation & Shipping Information
UN numbers, shipping names, transport classes, and regulatory transport requirements
🏷️ UN Number
1268
📦 Proper Shipping Name
PETROLEUM DISTILLATES, N.O.S.
⚠️ Transport Hazard Class
3
📋 Packing Group
I
🚛 ADR Transport Precautions
Special Precautions: Refer to Chapter 7, Handling & Storage, for special precautions which a user needs to be aware of or needs to comply with in connection with transport.
🚢 IMDG Maritime Transport Precautions
Special Precautions: Refer to Chapter 7, Handling & Storage, for special precautions which a user needs to be aware of or needs to comply with in connection with transport.
✈️ IATA Air Transport Precautions
Special Precautions: Refer to Chapter 7, Handling & Storage, for special precautions which a user needs to be aware of or needs to comply with in connection with transport.
Chemical Safety FAQ & Common Questions
Most frequently asked questions about safety, handling, storage, and regulatory compliance
What is the hazard signal word for BTX / Platformate?
The signal word for this substance is "danger".
What is the physical form of BTX / Platformate?
BTX / Platformate is a liquid. appearing as pale yellow. straw. liquid. with pale yellow. straw. color. It has hydrocarbon. odor.
What is BTX / Platformate used for?
For use as a component in gasoline. Feedstock in chemical industry. Refinery Feedstock. Please refer to Ch16 and/or the annexes for the registered uses under REACH.
What are the hazard statements for BTX / Platformate?
This substance has 8 hazard statements: H224: Extremely flammable liquid and vapour. H315: Causes skin irritation. H304: May be fatal if swallowed and enters airways. H361: Suspected of damaging fertility or the unborn child. H340: May cause genetic defects. H350: May cause cancer. H336: May cause drowsiness or dizziness. H411: Toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects.
What is the melting point of BTX / Platformate?
The melting point is Not applicable. and the boiling point is ca. 35 - 230 C / 95 - 446 F.