International Chemical Safety Cards

BENZYL BENZOATE ICSC: 0390
BENZYL BENZOATE
Benzoic acid, phenylmethyl ester
Benzyl benzenecarboxylate
C14H12O2
Molecular mass: 212.2
CAS # 120-51-4
RTECS # DG4200000
ICSC # 0390

EC # 607-085-00-9
TYPES OF
HAZARD/
EXPOSURE 		ACUTE HAZARDS/
SYMPTOMS 		PREVENTION FIRST AID/
FIRE FIGHTING
FIRE Combustible.
NO open flames.
Powder, water spray, foam, carbon dioxide.
EXPLOSION


 
EXPOSURE


INHALATION Cough. Sore throat.

Fresh air, rest. Artificial respiration if indicated. Refer for medical attention.
SKIN MAY BE ABSORBED! Dry skin. Redness.
Protective gloves. Protective clothing.
Remove contaminated clothes. Rinse skin with plenty of water or shower.
EYES Redness.
Safety goggles.
First rinse with plenty of water for several minutes (remove contact lenses if easily possible), then take to a doctor.
INGESTION
Do not eat, drink, or smoke during work.

SPILLAGE DISPOSAL STORAGE PACKAGING & LABELLING
Collect leaking and spilled liquid in sealable containers as far as possible. Absorb remaining liquid in sand or inert absorbent and remove to safe place. Sweep spilled substance into containers; if appropriate, moisten first to prevent dusting. Carefully collect remainder, then remove to safe place (extra personal protection: P1 filter respirator for inert particles).
Ventilation along the floor.

Xn symbol
R: 22
S: (2-)25
SEE IMPORTANT INFORMATION ON BACK
ICSC: 0390 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 LIQUID OR WHITE SOLID , WITH CHARACTERISTIC ODOUR.

PHYSICAL DANGERS:
The vapour is heavier than air.

CHEMICAL DANGERS:
On combustion, forms toxic and irritating fumes.

OCCUPATIONAL EXPOSURE LIMITS (OELs):
TLV not established.


ROUTES OF EXPOSURE:
The substance can be absorbed into the body by inhalation of its aerosol, 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.

EFFECTS OF LONG-TERM OR REPEATED EXPOSURE:
Repeated or prolonged contact with skin may cause dermatitis.
PHYSICAL
PROPERTIES
 Boiling point: 324°C
Melting point: 21°C
Relative density (water = 1): 1.1
Solubility in water: none
 Relative vapour density (air = 1): 7.3
Flash point: 148°C
Auto-ignition temperature: 480°C
Octanol/water partition coefficient as log Pow: 3.97
ENVIRONMENTAL
DATA
 Avoid release to the environment in circumstances different to normal use.
N O T E S
Transport Emergency Card: TEC (R)-61G06c
NFPA Code: H1; F1; R0;
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION


ICSC: 0390 BENZYL BENZOATE
© IPCS, CEC, 1993
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