International Chemical Safety Cards

BENZETHONIUM CHLORIDE ICSC: 0387
BENZETHONIUM CHLORIDE
N,N-Dimethyl-N-(2-(2-(4-(1,1,3,3-tetramethylbutyl)phenoxy)ethoxy)ethyl) benzenemethanaminium chloride
Benzyldimethyl(2-(2-(p-1,1,3,3-tetramethylbutylphenoxy)ethoxy)ethyl)ammonium chloride
C27H42NO2.Cl
Molecular mass: 448.1
CAS # 121-54-0
RTECS # BO7175000
ICSC # 0387
TYPES OF
HAZARD/
EXPOSURE 		ACUTE HAZARDS/
SYMPTOMS 		PREVENTION FIRST AID/
FIRE FIGHTING
FIRE Combustible. Gives off irritating or toxic fumes (or gases) in a fire.
NO open flames.
Water spray, powder.
EXPLOSION


 
EXPOSURE


INHALATION Cough. Sore throat.
Local exhaust or breathing protection.
Fresh air, rest.
SKIN Dry skin. Redness.
Protective gloves.
Remove contaminated clothes. Rinse and then wash skin with water and soap.
EYES Redness. Pain.
Safety goggles.
First rinse with plenty of water for several minutes (remove contact lenses if easily possible), then take to a doctor.
INGESTION Diarrhoea. Nausea. Vomiting. Collapse. Convulsions. Coma.
Do not eat, drink, or smoke during work.
Rinse mouth. Refer for medical attention.
SPILLAGE DISPOSAL STORAGE PACKAGING & LABELLING
Sweep spilled substance into containers; if appropriate, moisten first to prevent dusting. Carefully collect remainder, then remove to safe place. Do NOT let this chemical enter the environment (extra personal protection: P2 filter respirator for harmful particles).
Dry. Keep in a well-ventilated room.

SEE IMPORTANT INFORMATION ON BACK
ICSC: 0387 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

BENZETHONIUM CHLORIDE ICSC: 0387

I

M

P

O

R

T

A

N

T



D

A

T

A
PHYSICAL STATE; APPEARANCE:
COLOURLESS OR WHITE HYGROSCOPIC SOLID IN VARIOUS FORMS WITH NO ODOUR.

PHYSICAL DANGERS:


CHEMICAL DANGERS:
The substance decomposes on heating or on burning producing toxic and corrosive fumes including hydrogen chloride and nitrogen oxides.

OCCUPATIONAL EXPOSURE LIMITS (OELs):
TLV not established.


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

INHALATION RISK:


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
 Melting point: 164-166°C
 Solubility in water: very good
ENVIRONMENTAL
DATA
 The substance is toxic to aquatic organisms.
N O T E S

 

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION


ICSC: 0387 BENZETHONIUM CHLORIDE
© IPCS, CEC, 1993
IMPORTANT LEGAL NOTICE: Neither the CEC or the IPCS nor any person acting on behalf of the CEC or the IPCS is responsible for the use which might be made of this information. This card contains the collective views of the IPCS Peer Review Committee and may not reflect in all cases all the detailed requirements included in national legislation on the subject. The user should verify compliance of the cards with the relevant legislation in the country of use.