International Chemical Safety Cards

BENZALDEHYDE ICSC: 0102
BENZALDEHYDE
Artificial almond oil
Almond artificial essential oil
Benzoic aldehyde
Benzenecarbonal
C6H5CHO
Molecular mass: 106.1
CAS # 100-52-7
RTECS # CU4375000
ICSC # 0102
UN # 1990
EC # 605-012-00-5
TYPES OF
HAZARD/
EXPOSURE 		ACUTE HAZARDS/
SYMPTOMS 		PREVENTION FIRST AID/
FIRE FIGHTING
FIRE Combustible.
NO open flames, NO sparks, and NO smoking.
Powder, water spray, foam, carbon dioxide.
EXPLOSION Above 62°C explosive vapour/air mixtures may be formed.
Above 62°C use a closed system, ventilation. Do NOT use compressed air for filling, discharging, or handling.
In case of fire: keep drums, etc., cool by spraying with water.
 
EXPOSURE
PREVENT GENERATION OF MISTS! STRICT HYGIENE!

INHALATION Convulsions. Cough. Dizziness. Headache. Nausea. Sore throat. Vomiting.
Ventilation, local exhaust, or breathing protection.
Fresh air, rest.
SKIN Redness.
Protective gloves. Protective clothing.
Remove contaminated clothes. Rinse skin with plenty of water or shower.
EYES Redness. Pain.
Safety spectacles or face shield.
First rinse with plenty of water for several minutes (remove contact lenses if easily possible), then take to a doctor.
INGESTION Nausea (further see Inhalation).
Do not eat, drink, or smoke during work.
Rinse mouth. Induce vomiting (ONLY IN CONSCIOUS PERSONS!). Rest.
SPILLAGE DISPOSAL STORAGE PACKAGING & LABELLING
Collect leaking liquid in sealable containers. Absorb remaining liquid in sand or inert absorbent and remove to safe place (extra personal protection: A filter for organic vapours).
Separated from incompatible materials (see Chemical Dangers). Well closed. Ventilation along the floor.

Xn symbol
R: 22
S: (2-)24
UN Hazard Class: 9
UN Packing Group: III
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ICSC: 0102 Prepared in the context of cooperation between the International Programme on Chemical Safety & the Commission of the European Communities © IPCS CEC 1993

International Chemical Safety Cards

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PHYSICAL STATE; APPEARANCE:
COLOURLESS TO YELLOW VISCOUS LIQUID , WITH CHARACTERISTIC ODOUR.

PHYSICAL DANGERS:


CHEMICAL DANGERS:
The substance can form explosive peroxides under special conditions. Reacts violently with oxidants, aluminium, iron, bases and phenol causing fire and explosion hazard. May self-ignite if absorbed in combustible material with large surface area.

OCCUPATIONAL EXPOSURE LIMITS (OELs):
TLV not established.
MAK not established.


ROUTES OF EXPOSURE:
The substance can be absorbed into the body by inhalation, through the skin and by ingestion.

INHALATION RISK:
No indication can be given about the rate in which a harmful concentration in the air is reached on evaporation of this substance at 20°C.

EFFECTS OF SHORT-TERM EXPOSURE:
The substance irritates the eyes, the skin and the respiratory tract. Exposure could cause lowering of consciousness.

EFFECTS OF LONG-TERM OR REPEATED EXPOSURE:
Repeated or prolonged contact may cause skin sensitization.
PHYSICAL
PROPERTIES
 Boiling point: 179°C
Melting point: -26°C
Relative density (water = 1): 1.05
Solubility in water, g/100 ml: poor
Vapour pressure, Pa at 26°C: 130		 Relative vapour density (air = 1): 3.65
Flash point: 62°C
Auto-ignition temperature: 190°C
Explosive limits, vol% in air: 1.4-13.5
Octanol/water partition coefficient as log Pow: 1.48
ENVIRONMENTAL
DATA
 The substance is harmful to aquatic organisms.
N O T E S
Freezing point: -56°C. The relation between odour and the occupational exposure limit cannot be indicated. Rinse contaminated clothes (fire hazard) with plenty of water. Check for peroxides prior to distillation; eliminate if found.
Transport Emergency Card: TEC (R)-675
NFPA Code: H2; F2; R0
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION


ICSC: 0102 BENZALDEHYDE
© IPCS, CEC, 1993
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