Identification
Product identifiers, regulatory numbers, and supplier information
Product Information
- Product Name
- Pentachlorobenzene
- Product Code
- 93074
- Chemical Name
- Pentachlorobenzene
Regulatory Identifiers
- CAS Number
- 608-93-5 Check regulations →
- REACH No.
- A registration number is not available for this substance as the substance or its uses are exempted from registration or the annual tonnage does not require a registration.
Identified Uses
Laboratory chemicals, Manufacture of substances
Manufacturers & Suppliers
Merck Life Science BV
manufacturer
Ildefonse Vandammestraat 5/7B, B-1560 HOEILAART
+32 (0)3 899-1301
Emergency Contacts
CHEMTREC
+(32) 28 083237
Anti-poison centre
070 245245
Hazard Identification
GHS classification, signal word, pictograms, and hazard statements
Hazard Classifications
GHS Pictograms
GHS02
GHS07
GHS09
Hazard Statements
Precautionary Statements
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Composition / Information on Ingredients
Chemical components, concentration ranges, and hazardous substance identification
| Chemical Name | CAS Number | Concentration | Hazardous |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pentachlorobenzene EC: 210-172-0 | 608-93-5 | 90 - 100% | No |
First Aid Measures
Emergency procedures for chemical exposure incidents
After inhalation: fresh air.
Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water/ shower.
After eye contact: rinse out with plenty of water. Remove contact lenses.
After swallowing: immediately make victim drink water (two glasses at most). Consult a physician.
Firefighting Measures
Extinguishing media, specific hazards, and firefighter protection
For this substance/mixture no limitations of extinguishing agents are given.
No data available
Suppress (knock down) gases/vapours/mists with a water spray jet.
Firefighter Protection
In the event of fire, wear self-contained breathing apparatus.
Accidental Release Measures
Spill cleanup procedures, containment, and environmental protection
Evacuate the danger area, observe emergency procedures, consult an expert. Avoid inhalation of dusts. Avoid substance contact.
Do not let product enter drains. Risk of explosion.
Cover drains. Collect, bind, and pump off spills. Take up dry. Dispose of properly. Clean up affected area.
Related Products
Similar products with comparable safety profiles
Handling and Storage
Safe handling precautions, storage conditions, and workplace requirements
Change contaminated clothing. Preventive skin protection recommended. Wash hands after working with substance.
Tightly closed. Keep away from heat and sources of ignition.
Change contaminated clothing. Preventive skin protection recommended. Wash hands after working with substance.
Keep away from open flames, hot surfaces and sources of ignition.
Exposure Controls / PPE
Occupational exposure limits, engineering controls, and protective equipment
Material: Nitrile rubber Break through time: 480 min Glove thickness: 0,11 mm Protective index: Full contact Manufacturer: KCL 741 Dermatril® L Material: Nitrile rubber Break through time: 480 min Glove thickness: 0,11 mm Protective index: Splash contact Manufacturer: KCL 741 Dermatril® L Remarks: This recommendation applies only to the product stated in the safety data sheet, supplied by us and for the designated use. When dissolving in or mixing with other substances and under conditions deviating from those stated in EN 16523-1 please contact the supplier of CE-approved gloves (e.g. KCL GmbH, D-36124 Eichenzell, Internet: www.kcl.de).
Use equipment for eye protection tested and approved under appropriate government standards such as NIOSH (US) or EN 166(EU). Safety glasses
required when dusts are generated. Our recommendations on filtering respiratory protection are based on the following standards: DIN EN 143, DIN 14387 and other accompanying standards relating to the used respiratory protection system. Recommended Filter : Filter type P2 The entrepreneur has to ensure that maintenance, cleaning and testing of respiratory protective devices are carried out according to the instructions of the producer. These measures have to be properly documented.
Flame retardant antistatic protective clothing.
Advice : Do not let product enter drains. Risk of explosion.
Physical and Chemical Properties
Appearance, physical state, melting point, boiling point, and material characteristics
Stability and Reactivity
Chemical stability, hazardous reactions, and incompatible materials
The product is chemically stable under standard ambient conditions (room temperature).
No data available
No data available
no information available
Strong oxidizing agents, Dimethylformamide, acids, Bases
In the event of fire: see section 5
Ecological Information
Environmental toxicity, biodegradation, and bioaccumulation data
The data for this section has not been processed yet.
Disposal Considerations
Waste treatment methods, disposal recommendations, and waste codes
The data for this section has not been processed yet.
Transport Information
UN numbers, shipping names, transport classes, and regulatory requirements
- UN Number
- 1325
- Shipping Name
- FLAMMABLE SOLID, ORGANIC, N.O.S. (Pentachlorobenzene)
- Transport Class
- 4.1
- Packing Group
- II
Regulatory Information
Chemical regulations, safety assessments, and compliance status
The data for this section has not been processed yet.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about safety, handling, and properties
What is the hazard signal word for Pentachlorobenzene?
The signal word is danger.
What is the physical form of Pentachlorobenzene?
Pentachlorobenzene is a solid with no data available color. It has no data available odor.
What is Pentachlorobenzene used for?
Laboratory chemicals, Manufacture of substances
What are the hazard statements for Pentachlorobenzene?
This substance has 3 hazard statements:
- H228: Flammable solid.
- H302: Harmful if swallowed.
- H410: Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects.
What is the melting point of Pentachlorobenzene?
The melting point is 84 - 87 °C and the boiling point is 275 - 277 °C (1013 hPa).