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Sodium benzoate

CAS 532-32-1
EC 208-534-8

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01

Identification

Product identifiers, regulatory numbers, and supplier information

Product Information

Product Name
Sodium benzoate

Regulatory Identifiers

CAS Number
532-32-1 Check regulations →
EC Number
208-534-8 Check regulations →
REACH No.
01-2119460683-35-0002

Identified Uses

Formulation of washing and cleaning products. Formulation of cosmetics/personal care products. Formulation of adhesives and sealants. Formulation of powder coatings. Formulation of other coatings. Formulation of various products (FECC). Consumer use of cosmetics/personal care products (COLIPA 17-19). For more detail information, please refer to Annex (Exposure Scenarios)

Uses advised against

No information available

Manufacturers & Suppliers

R

REACH24H CONSULTING GROUP

Paramount Court, Corrig Road, Sandyford, Dublin 18, Ireland

W

Wuhan Youji Industries Co., Ltd

manufacturer

No.1, 2nd Chemical Road, Wuhan Chemical Industry Park, 430082

+86-027-83429706

Emergency Contacts

Emergency Contact

+86-027-83429700

02

Hazard Identification

GHS classification, signal word, pictograms, and hazard statements

Classified warning

Hazard Classifications

Eye Irrit. Cat. 2A H319

GHS Pictograms

GHS07 - Health hazard

GHS07

Hazard Statements

H319 Causes serious eye irritation.

Precautionary Statements

P264 Wash face, hands and any exposed skin thoroughly after handling.
P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection.
P305 + P351 + P338 IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing.
P337 + P313 If eye irritation persists: 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
Sodium Benzoate EC: 208-534-8 532-32-1 99 - 100% Yes
04

First Aid Measures

Emergency procedures for chemical exposure incidents

Inhalation

Remove victim to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing. Get medical advice/attention if you feel unwell.

Skin contact

Wash off immediately with soap and plenty of water while removing all contaminated clothes and shoes. Wash contaminated clothing before reuse. If skin irritation persists, call a physician.

Eye contact

Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. If eye irritation persists: Get medical advice/attention.

Symptoms: Causes serious eye irritation.

Ingestion

Rinse mouth. Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician if you feel unwell.

Medical Treatment

Treat symptomatically.

05

Firefighting Measures

Extinguishing media, specific hazards, and firefighter protection

Suitable media

Dry chemical, CO₂, water spray, foam.

Unsuitable media

No information available.

Specific hazards

Dust may form explosive mixture in air.

Firefighter Protection

Firefighters should wear self-contained breathing apparatus and full firefighting turnout gear.

06

Accidental Release Measures

Spill cleanup procedures, containment, and environmental protection

Emergency procedures

Evacuate personnel to safe areas. Ensure adequate ventilation, especially in confined areas. Remove all sources of ignition. Do not touch or walk through spilled material. Avoid contact with skin, eyes or clothing. Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapors/spray.

Environmental

Local authorities should be advised if significant spillages cannot be contained. Prevent entry into waterways, sewers, basements or confined areas.

Cleanup methods

Sweep up and shovel into suitable containers for disposal.

Materials: suitable containers

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Related Products

Similar products with comparable safety profiles

07

Handling and Storage

Safe handling precautions, storage conditions, and workplace requirements

Handling

Avoid contact with skin, eyes or clothing. Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapors/spray. Use personal protection recommended in Section 8.

Storage

Keep containers tightly closed in a dry, cool and well-ventilated place. Keep away from heat. Keep locked up and out of reach of children. Store in accordance with local regulations.

Hygiene

Handle in accordance with good industrial hygiene and safety practice. Wash contaminated clothing before reuse. Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product. Wash thoroughly after handling.

Fire prevention

Take precautionary measures against static discharges.

08

Exposure Controls / PPE

Occupational exposure limits, engineering controls, and protective equipment

Engineering

Showers. Eyewash stations. Ventilation systems. Ensure adequate ventilation, especially in confined areas.

Hands

Wear protective gloves.

Eyes

Wear safety glasses with side shields (or goggles).

Respiratory

In case of insufficient ventilation, wear suitable respiratory equipment.

Skin/Body

Suitable protective clothing.

Environmental

Avoid release to the environment.

09

Physical and Chemical Properties

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

Language Code
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Physical State
Solid
Physical State Data
solid
State Under Standard Conditions
---
Appearance
Solid
Colour
White
Colour Intensity
---
Form
---
Odor
Odorless
Odor Threshold
Not determined
Ph
Not determined
Melting Point
436 °C @ 1013hPa
Boiling Point
No boiling temperature decomposes between 450-475°C
Flash Point
Not applicable
Freezing Point
---
Softening Point
---
Solidification Point
---
Cloud Point
---
Crystallisation Point
---
Relative Evaporation Rate
---
Evaporation Rate
Not determined
Vapor Pressure
Not determined
Vapor Density
Not applicable
Relative Density
1.5 @ 20 °C
Bulk Density
---
Density
---
Flammability
Non flammable
Upper Explosive Limit
Not applicable
Lower Explosive Limit
Not applicable
Explosive Limits
---
Auto Ignition Temperature
Not applicable
Decomposition Temperature
450-475°C
Solubility
---
Partition Coefficient
1.88
Solubility In Water
556 g/L
Solubility In Fat
---
Molecular Weight
---
Voc Content
---
Metal Corrosion
---
Dynamic Viscosity
Not applicable
Kinematic Viscosity
Not applicable
Properties Status
---
10

Stability and Reactivity

Chemical stability, hazardous reactions, and incompatible materials

Stability

Stable under normal conditions.

Reactivity

No information available.

Hazardous reactions

Dust may form explosive mixture in air.

Avoid

Heat, flames and sparks.

Incompatible

Oxidizing substances, acids, iron salts, moisture.

Decomposition

Carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide.

12

Ecological Information

Environmental toxicity, biodegradation, and bioaccumulation data

12.1. Toxicity

| Chemical Name | Algae/aquatic plants EC50 | Fish LC50 | Crustacea EC50 | | Sodium Benzoate (CAS #: 532-32-1) | >30.5 mg/L/72h Pseudokirchnerella subcapitata | 484 mg/L/96h Pimephales promelas | >100 mg/l/96 h Daphnia magna |

12.2. Persistence and degradability

Readily biodegradable.

Readily biodegradable.

12.3. Bioaccumulative potential

| Chemical Name | Partition coefficient (LogPow) | | --- | --- |

12.3. Bioaccumulative potential

| Chemical Name | Partition coefficient (LogPow) | | Sodium Benzoate (CAS #: 532-32-1) | 1.88 |

12.4. Mobility in soil

Not expected to adsorb on soil.

Not expected to adsorb on soil.

12.5. Results of PBT and vPvB assessment

This substance is not considered to be persistent, bioaccumulating nor toxic (PBT). This substance is not considered to be very persistent nor very bioaccumulating (vPvB).

The substance is not considered to be persistent, bioaccumulating, or toxic (PBT), nor very persistent or very bioaccumulating (vPvB).

12.6. Other adverse effects

No information available.
13

Disposal Considerations

Waste treatment methods, disposal recommendations, and waste codes

Treatment

Disposal should be in accordance with applicable regional, national and local laws and regulations.

Disposal

Disposal should be in accordance with applicable regional, national and local laws and regulations.

14

Transport Information

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

15

Regulatory Information

Chemical regulations, safety assessments, and compliance status

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about safety, handling, and properties

What is the hazard signal word for Sodium benzoate?

The signal word is warning.

What is the physical form of Sodium benzoate?

Sodium benzoate is a solid appearing as solid with white color. It has odorless odor.

What is Sodium benzoate used for?

Formulation of washing and cleaning products. Formulation of cosmetics/personal care products. Formulation of adhesives and sealants. Formulation of powder coatings. Formulation of other coatings. Formulation of various products (FECC). Consumer use of cosmetics/personal care products (COLIPA 17-19). For more detail information, please refer to Annex (Exposure Scenarios)

What are the hazard statements for Sodium benzoate?

This substance has 1 hazard statement:

  • H319: Causes serious eye irritation.

What is the melting point of Sodium benzoate?

The melting point is 436 °C @ 1013hPa and the boiling point is No boiling temperature decomposes between 450-475°C.