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Phenol

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01

Identification

Product identifiers, regulatory numbers, and supplier information

Product Information

Product Name
Phenol
Product Code
AC149340000; AC149340010; AC149340025; AC149340050; AC149340051; AC149340500
Synonyms
Carbolic acid; Hydroxybenzene

Regulatory Identifiers

CAS Number
N/A

Identified Uses

Laboratory chemicals.

Uses advised against

Not for food, drug, pesticide or biocidal product use

Manufacturers & Suppliers

F

Fisher Scientific

manufacturer

One Reagent Lane, Fair Lawn, NJ 07410

(201) 796-7100

A

Acros Organics

manufacturer

One Reagent Lane, Fair Lawn, NJ 07410

Emergency Contacts

Emergency Contact

001-800-ACROS-01

Emergency Contact

+32 14 57 52 11

Emergency Contact

001-201-796-7100

Emergency Contact

+32 14 57 52 99

CHEMTREC

001-800-424-9300

CHEMTREC

001-703-527-3887

02

Hazard Identification

GHS classification, signal word, pictograms, and hazard statements

Classified danger

Hazard Classifications

Acute Tox. Cat. 3
Acute Tox. Cat. 3
Acute Tox. Cat. 3
Skin Corr. Cat. 1B
Eye Dam. Cat. 1
Muta. Cat. 2
STOT SE Cat. 3
STOT RE Cat. 1

GHS Pictograms

GHS05 - Corrosive

GHS05

GHS06 - Acute toxicity

GHS06

GHS08 - Serious health hazard

GHS08

Hazard Statements

H301 Toxic if swallowed
H311 Toxic in contact with skin
H314 Causes severe skin burns and eye damage
H331 Toxic if inhaled
H335 May cause respiratory irritation
H336 May cause drowsiness or dizziness
H341 Suspected of causing genetic defects
H372 Causes damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure

Precautionary Statements

P201 Obtain special instructions before use
P202 Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood
P210 Keep away from heat/sparks/open flames/hot surfaces. - No smoking
P235 Keep cool
P260 Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapors/spray
P264 Wash face, hands and any exposed skin thoroughly after handling
P270 Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product
P271 Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area
P281 Use personal protective equipment as required
P303 + P361 + P353 IF ON SKIN (or hair): Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water/shower
P304 + P341 IF INHALED: Remove victim to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing
P305 + P351 + P338 IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing
P310 Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician
P330 Rinse mouth
P331 Do NOT induce vomiting
P363 Wash contaminated clothing before reuse
P370 + P378 In case of fire: Use CO2, dry chemical, or foam for extinction
P403 + P233 Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed
P405 Store locked up
P501 Dispose of contents/container to an approved waste disposal plant

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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
Phenol 108-95-2 95% No
04

First Aid Measures

Emergency procedures for chemical exposure incidents

Inhalation

Move to fresh air. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen. Do not use mouth-to-mouth method if victim ingested or inhaled the substance; give artificial respiration with the aid of a pocket mask equipped with a one-way valve or other proper respiratory medical device.

Skin contact

Wash off immediately with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes.

Eye contact

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

Ingestion

Do not induce vomiting. Call a physician or Poison Control Center immediately.

Immediate Medical Attention

Immediate medical attention is required.

Medical Treatment

Treat symptomatically.

05

Firefighting Measures

Extinguishing media, specific hazards, and firefighter protection

Suitable media

Use water spray, alcohol-resistant foam, dry chemical or carbon dioxide. Cool closed containers exposed to fire with water spray.

Unsuitable media

No information available

Specific hazards

Combustible material. Risk of ignition. Containers may explode when heated. Vapors may travel to source of ignition and flash back.

Instructions

Cool closed containers exposed to fire with water spray.

Firefighter Protection

As in any fire, wear self-contained breathing apparatus pressure-demand, MSHA/NIOSH (approved or equivalent) and full protective gear.

06

Accidental Release Measures

Spill cleanup procedures, containment, and environmental protection

Environmental

Do not flush into surface water or sanitary sewer system. See Section 12 for additional ecological information. Avoid release to the environment. Collect spillage.

Cleanup methods

Sweep up and shovel into suitable containers for disposal.

Related Products

Similar products with comparable safety profiles

07

Handling and Storage

Safe handling precautions, storage conditions, and workplace requirements

Handling

Use only under a chemical fume hood. Wear personal protective equipment. Avoid dust formation. Do not breathe dust. Do not get in eyes, on skin, or on clothing. Keep away from open flames, hot surfaces and sources of ignition.

Storage

Keep containers tightly closed in a dry, cool and well-ventilated place. Keep away from heat and sources of ignition. Protect from moisture. Protect from light. Corrosives area.

Hygiene

Wear personal protective equipment. Do not get in eyes, on skin, or on clothing.

Fire prevention

Keep away from open flames, hot surfaces and sources of ignition.

08

Exposure Controls / PPE

Occupational exposure limits, engineering controls, and protective equipment

09

Physical and Chemical Properties

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

Physical State
Crystalline Solid
Physical State Data
solid
State Under Standard Conditions
---
Appearance
Colorless - Translucent White
Colour
---
Colour Intensity
---
Form
---
Odor
pungent
Odor Threshold
No information available
Ph
6 @ 20°C 10 g/L aq.sol
Melting Point
39 - 42 °C / 102.2 - 107.6 °F
Boiling Point
182 °C / 359.6 °F @ 760 mmHg
Flash Point
79 °C / 174.2 °F
Freezing Point
---
Softening Point
---
Solidification Point
---
Cloud Point
---
Crystallisation Point
---
Relative Evaporation Rate
---
Evaporation Rate
Not applicable
Vapor Pressure
0.4 mbar @ 20 °C
Vapor Density
Not applicable
Relative Density
1.070
Bulk Density
---
Density
---
Flammability
No information available
Upper Explosive Limit
8.6 vol %
Lower Explosive Limit
1.7 vol %
Explosive Limits
---
Auto Ignition Temperature
605 °C / 1121 °F
Decomposition Temperature
No information available
Solubility
Soluble in water
Partition Coefficient
No data available
Solubility In Water
---
Solubility In Fat
---
Molecular Weight
94.11
Voc Content
---
Metal Corrosion
---
Dynamic Viscosity
3.437 mPa.s (50°C)
Kinematic Viscosity
---
Properties Status
---
10

Stability and Reactivity

Chemical stability, hazardous reactions, and incompatible materials

Stability

Hygroscopic, Light sensitive.

Reactivity

Yes

Hazardous reactions

None under normal processing.

Avoid

Avoid dust formation. Incompatible products. Exposure to moisture. Exposure to light. Keep away from open flames, hot surfaces and sources of ignition.

Incompatible

Acids, Bases, Strong oxidizing agents, Halogens, lead, Metals

Decomposition

Carbon monoxide (CO), Carbon dioxide (CO₂)

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

The data for this section has not been processed yet.

14

Transport Information

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

UN Number
UN1671
Shipping Name
PHENOL, SOLID
Transport Class
6.1
Packing Group
II
15

Regulatory Information

Chemical regulations, safety assessments, and compliance status

The data for this section has not been processed yet.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about safety, handling, and properties

What other names is Phenol known by?

Phenol is also known as: Carbolic acid; Hydroxybenzene

What is the hazard signal word for Phenol?

The signal word is danger.

What is the physical form of Phenol?

Phenol is a crystalline solid appearing as colorless - translucent white . It has pungent odor.

What is the solubility of Phenol?

Soluble in water

What is Phenol used for?

Laboratory chemicals.

What are the hazard statements for Phenol?

This substance has 8 hazard statements:

  • H301: Toxic if swallowed
  • H311: Toxic in contact with skin
  • H314: Causes severe skin burns and eye damage
  • H331: Toxic if inhaled
  • H335: May cause respiratory irritation
  • H336: May cause drowsiness or dizziness
  • H341: Suspected of causing genetic defects
  • H372: Causes damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure

What is the melting point of Phenol?

The melting point is 39 - 42 °C / 102.2 - 107.6 °F and the boiling point is 182 °C / 359.6 °F @ 760 mmHg.