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Benzyl alcohol

CAS 100-51-6
EC 202-859-9

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01

Identification

Product identifiers, regulatory numbers, and supplier information

Product Information

Product Name
Benzyl alcohol
Product Code
8657
Chemical Name
Benzyl alcohol
Synonyms
Phenylmethanol

Regulatory Identifiers

CAS Number
100-51-6 Check regulations →
EC Number
202-859-9 Check regulations →
REACH No.
01-2119492630-38-xxxx

Identified Uses

Laboratory chemical, Laboratory and analytical use

Uses advised against

Do not use for private purposes (household). Food, drink and animal feedingstuffs.

Manufacturers & Suppliers

Carl Roth GmbH + Co. KG logo

Carl Roth GmbH + Co. KG

manufacturer

Schoemperlenstr. 3-5, D-76185 Karlsruhe, Germany

+49 (0) 721 - 56 06 0

http://www.carlroth.de

02

Hazard Identification

GHS classification, signal word, pictograms, and hazard statements

Classified warning

Hazard Classifications

Acute Tox. Cat. 4 H302
Acute Tox. Cat. 4 H332
Eye Irrit. Cat. 2 H319
Skin Sens. Cat. 1B H317

GHS Pictograms

GHS07 - Health hazard

GHS07

Hazard Statements

H302 + H332 Harmful if swallowed or if inhaled
H317 May cause an allergic skin reaction
H319 Causes serious eye irritation

Precautionary Statements

P261 Avoid breathing mist/vapours/spray
P270 Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product
P280 Wear protective gloves/eye protection
P302 + P352 IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of water
P304 + P340 IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing
P333 + P313 If skin irritation or rash occurs: Get medical advice/attention

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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
Benzyl alcohol EC: 202-859-9 100-51-6 --- Yes
04

First Aid Measures

Emergency procedures for chemical exposure incidents

Inhalation

Provide fresh air. In all cases of doubt, or when symptoms persist, seek medical advice.

Skin contact

After contact with skin, wash immediately with plenty of water. In case of skin reactions, consult a physician.

Eye contact

Irrigate copiously with clean, fresh water for at least 10 minutes, holding the eyelids apart. In case of eye irritation consult an ophthalmologist.

Ingestion

Rinse mouth with water (only if the person is conscious). Call a doctor.

05

Firefighting Measures

Extinguishing media, specific hazards, and firefighter protection

Suitable media

water spray, alcohol resistant foam, dry extinguishing powder, BC-powder, carbon dioxide (CO₂)

Unsuitable media

water jet

Specific hazards

Combustible. Vapours are heavier than air, spread along floors and form explosive mixtures with air.

Instructions

In case of fire and/or explosion do not breathe fumes. Fight fire with normal precautions from a reasonable distance.

Firefighter Protection

Wear self-contained breathing apparatus.

06

Accidental Release Measures

Spill cleanup procedures, containment, and environmental protection

Emergency procedures

Avoid contact with skin, eyes and clothes. Do not breathe vapour/spray.

Environmental

Retain contaminated washing water and dispose of it.

Cleanup methods

Absorb with liquid-binding material (sand, diatomaceous earth, acid- or universal binding agents).

Materials: sand, diatomaceous earth, acid- or universal binding agents

Related Products

Similar products with comparable safety profiles

07

Handling and Storage

Safe handling precautions, storage conditions, and workplace requirements

Handling

Wash hands before breaks and after work. Keep away from food, drink and animal feedingstuffs.

Storage

Keep container tightly closed. Hygroscopic. Recommended storage temperature: 15 – 25 °C

Hygiene

Wash hands before breaks and after work. Keep away from food, drink and animal feedingstuffs.

08

Exposure Controls / PPE

Occupational exposure limits, engineering controls, and protective equipment

Hands

Wear suitable gloves. Chemical protection gloves are suitable, which are tested according to EN 374. For special purposes, it is recommended to check the resistance to chemicals of the protective gloves mentioned above together with the supplier of these gloves. The times are approximate values from measurements at 22 °C and permanent contact. Increased temperatures due to heated substances, body heat etc. and a reduction of the effective layer thickness by stretching can lead to a considerable reduction of the breakthrough time. If in doubt, contact manufacturer. At an approx. 1.5 times larger / smaller layer thickness, the respective breakthrough time is doubled / halved. The data apply only to the pure substance. When transferred to substance mixtures, they may only be considered as a guide. Type of material: Butyl caoutchouc (butyl rubber). Material thickness: 0,7 mm. Breakthrough times of the glove material: >480 minutes (permeation: level 6).

Eyes

Use safety goggle with side protection.

Respiratory

Respiratory protection necessary at: Aerosol or mist formation. Type: A (against organic gases and vapours with a boiling point of > 65 °C, colour code: Brown).

Skin/Body

Wear suitable gloves. Take recovery periods for skin regeneration. Preventive skin protection (barrier creams/ointments) is recommended.

Environmental

Keep away from drains, surface and ground water.

09

Physical and Chemical Properties

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

Auto Ignition Temperature
436 °C
Bulk Density
---
Density
1,041 g/cm³ at 24 °C
Crystallisation Point
---
Solubility In Water
40 g/l at 20 °C
Metal Corrosion
---
Molecular Weight
---
Softening Point
---
State Under Standard Conditions
---
Voc Content
---
Physical State Data
liquid
Solubility In Fat
---
Odor Threshold
---
Dynamic Viscosity
5,05 mPa s at 25 °C
Cloud Point
---
Boiling Point
205,3 °C at 1.013 hPa
Solidification Point
---
Relative Density
---
Upper Explosive Limit
13 vol%
Physical State
liquid
Odor
characteristic
Melting Point
-15,4 °C
Kinematic Viscosity
not determined
Vapor Density
---
Evaporation Rate
---
Colour
clear - colourless
Vapor Pressure
0,07 hPa at 20 °C
Ph
not determined
Solubility
---
Form
---
Flash Point
100,4 °C
Partition Coefficient
1 (20 °C)
Lower Explosive Limit
1,3 vol%
Flammability
this material is combustible, but will not ignite readily
Freezing Point
-15,4 °C
Decomposition Temperature
not relevant
Relative Evaporation Rate
---
Colour Intensity
---
Explosive Limits
---
Properties Status
---
Appearance
---
10

Stability and Reactivity

Chemical stability, hazardous reactions, and incompatible materials

Stability

The material is stable under normal ambient and anticipated storage and handling conditions of temperature and pressure.

Reactivity

This material is not reactive under normal ambient conditions. If heated Vapours may form explosive mixtures with air.

Hazardous reactions

Violent reaction with: strong oxidiser, Acids, Sulphuric acid, Phosphorus trichloride, => Explosive properties

Avoid

UV-radiation/sunlight. Humidity. Contact with air/oxygen.

Incompatible

Rubber articles, different plastics

Decomposition

Hazardous combustion products: see section 5.

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

This material and its container must be disposed of as hazardous waste. Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local/regional/national/international regulations.

Disposal

Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local/regional/national/international regulations.

14

Transport Information

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

Shipping Name
not assigned
Packing Group
not assigned
15

Regulatory Information

Chemical regulations, safety assessments, and compliance status

According to REACH, Article 14 (1) a chemical safety assessment has been carried out for this substance or components of this mixture when the substance has been registered in quantities of 10 tonnes or more per year per registrant.

Chemical Safety Assessment Performed
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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about safety, handling, and properties

What other names is Benzyl alcohol known by?

Benzyl alcohol is also known as: Phenylmethanol

What is the hazard signal word for Benzyl alcohol?

The signal word is warning.

What is the physical form of Benzyl alcohol?

Benzyl alcohol is a liquid with clear - colourless color. It has characteristic odor.

What is Benzyl alcohol used for?

Laboratory chemical, Laboratory and analytical use

What are the hazard statements for Benzyl alcohol?

This substance has 3 hazard statements:

  • H302 + H332: Harmful if swallowed or if inhaled
  • H317: May cause an allergic skin reaction
  • H319: Causes serious eye irritation

What is the melting point of Benzyl alcohol?

The melting point is -15,4 °C and the boiling point is 205,3 °C at 1.013 hPa.