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SECTION 1: Identification of the substance/mixture and of the company/undertaking

1.1. Product identifier
Product form : Substance
Trade name/designation : Benzene
Chemical name : Benzene
EC Index : 601-020-00-8
EC-No. : 200-753-7
CAS-No. : 71-43-2
REACH registration No : 01-2119447106-44-0104
Product group : Trade product
1.2. Relevant identified uses of the substance or mixture and uses advised against
1.2.1. Relevant identified uses
Use of the substance/mixture : transported isolated intermediate

1.2.2. Uses advised against

No data available

1.3. Details of the supplier of the safety data sheet

Trafigura Ventures V.B.V.
Evert van de Beekstraat 1-82
The Base, Tower B - 5th Floor
1118 CL Schiphol - The Netherlands
T +31 20 504 1800
[email protected]

1.4. Emergency telephone number

Emergency number : +32 3 575 03 30
This telephone number is available 24 hours per day, 7 days per week.
Country Official advisory body Address Emergency number
Ireland National Poisons Information Centre Beaumont Hospital Beaumont Road +353 1 809 21 66 (public,
9 Dublin
Beaumont Hospital 8am - 10pm, 7/7)
+353 01 809 2566
(Professionals, 24/7)
United Kingdom National Poisons Information Service Claremont Place 0844 892 0111 (UK only,
Newcastle-upon-Tyne
(Newcastle Centre) NE1 4LP Newcastle 24/7, healthcare
Regional Drugs and Therapeutics Centre, Wolfson Unit professionals only)

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

2.1. Classification of the substance or mixture
Classification according to Regulation (EC) No. 1272/2008 [CLP]Mixtures/Substances: SDS EU 2015: According to
Regulation (EU) 2015/830 (REACH Annex II)
Flam. Liq. 2 H225
Skin Irrit. 2 H315
Eye Irrit. 2 H319
Muta. 1B H340
Carc. 1A H350
STOT RE 1 H372
Asp. Tox. 1 H304
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Full text of H statements : see section 16

2.2. Label elements

Labelling according to Regulation (EC) No. 1272/2008 [CLP] Extra labelling to displayExtra classification(s) to display

Hazard pictograms (CLP) :

GHS02 GHS08 GHS07

Signal word : Danger

Hazard statements (CLP) : H225 - Highly flammable liquid and vapour.
H304 - May be fatal if swallowed and enters airways.
H315 - Causes skin irritation.
H319 - Causes serious eye irritation.
H340 - May cause genetic defects.
H350 - May cause cancer.
H372 - Causes damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure.
Precautionary statements (CLP) : P210 - Keep away from heat, hot surfaces, sparks, open flames and other ignition
sources. No smoking. heat, hot surfaces, open flames, sparks
P243 - Take action to prevent static discharges.
P280 - Wear eye protection, face protection, protective clothing, protective gloves.
P303+P361+P353 - IF ON SKIN (or hair): Take off immediately all contaminated
clothing. Rinse skin with water or shower.
P301+P310+P331 - IF SWALLOWED: Immediately call a doctor, a POISON
CENTER. Do NOT induce vomiting.
P403+P235 - Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep cool.
Extra phrases : Restricted to professional users
Listed in Annex VI : EC Index-No. : 601-020-00-8

2.3. Other hazards

Other hazards : PBT/vPvB data : 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).

SECTION 3: Composition/information on ingredients

3.1. Substances
Substance name : BENZENE
CAS-No. : 71-43-2
EC-No. : 200-753-7
EC Index : 601-020-00-8
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Substance name Product identifier % Classification according

to Regulation (EC) No.
1272/2008 [CLP]
Benzene (CAS-No.) 71-43-2 99,9 - 100 Flam. Liq. 2, H225
(EC-No.) 200-753-7 Skin Irrit. 2, H315
(EC Index) 601-020-00-8 Eye Irrit. 2, H319
(REACH-no) 01-2119447106-44-0104 Muta. 1B, H340
Carc. 1A, H350
STOT RE 1, H372
Asp. Tox. 1, H304

Full text of H-statements: see section 16

3.2. Mixtures
Not applicable

SECTION 4: First aid measures

4.1. Description of first aid measures
Additional advice : First aider: Pay attention to self-protection. Get medical advice/attention if you feel
unwell. Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. Show this safety
data sheet to the doctor in attendance. Treat symptomatically.
Inhalation : Keep at rest. Provide fresh air. Give oxygen or artificial respiration if necessary. Call
a physician immediately.
Skin contact : After contact with skin, wash immediately with plenty of water and soap. Take off
immediately all contaminated clothing. Wash contaminated clothing before reuse. In
case of doubt or persistent symptoms, consult always a physician.
Eyes contact : Rinse immediately with plenty of water, also under the eyelids, for at least 15
minutes. Remove contact lenses. If symptoms persist, call a physician.
Ingestion : Call a physician immediately. Clean mouth with water and drink afterwards plenty of
water. Do NOT induce vomiting. Do not give milk or alcoholic beverages.
4.2. Most important symptoms and effects, both acute and delayed
Inhalation : Vapours may cause drowsiness and dizziness. May cause respiratory irritation.
Toxic: danger of serious damage to health by prolonged exposure through
inhalation.
Skin contact : Irritating to skin. Toxic: danger of serious damage to health by prolonged exposure in
contact with skin.
Eyes contact : Irritating to eyes.
Ingestion : Harmful: may cause lung damage if swallowed. Toxic: danger of serious damage to
health by prolonged exposure if swallowed. Smallest quantities reaching the lungs
through swallowing or subsequent vomiting may result in lung oedema or
pneumonia. Ingestion of larger amounts may cause defects to the central nervous
system (e.g. dizziness, headache). May cause gastrointestinal irritation, nausea,
vomiting and diarrhoea.
Chronic symptoms : May cause cancer. May cause genetic defects. May cause damage to organs
through prolonged or repeated exposure.
4.3. Indication of any immediate medical attention and special treatment needed
No data available

SECTION 5: Firefighting measures

5.1. Extinguishing media
Suitable extinguishing media : Water spray, Alcohol resistant foam, Carbon dioxide, Dry extinguishing powder.
Unsuitable extinguishing media : Strong water jet.
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5.2. Special hazards arising from the substance or mixture

Specific hazards : Evacuate personnel to a safe area. Vapours are heavier than air and may spread
along floors. Use water spray or fog for cooling exposed containers. Do not allow
run-off from fire-fighting to enter drains or water courses. Dispose of waste in
accordance with environmental legislation.
Explosion hazard : Vapours may form explosive mixture with air. Vapours are heavier than air and may
travel considerable distance to an ignition source and flash back to source of
vapours.
Hazardous decomposition products in : Carbon oxides (CO, CO2).
case of fire
5.3. Advice for firefighters
Firefighting instructions : Special protective equipment for firefighters. See also section 8.

SECTION 6: Accidental release measures

6.1. Personal precautions, protective equipment and emergency procedures
6.1.1. For non-emergency personnel
For non-emergency personnel : Use personal protective equipment as required. Concerning personal protective
equipment to use, see section 8. Do not breathe vapour/aerosol. Avoid contact with
skin, eyes and clothing. Provide adequate ventilation. Keep away from heat, hot
surfaces, sparks, open flames and other ignition sources. No smoking. Ensure
equipment is adequately earthed. Vapours are heavier than air and may spread
along floors. Vapours may form explosive mixture with air. Vapours are heavier than
air and may travel considerable distance to an ignition source and flash back to
source of vapours.

6.1.2. For emergency responders

For emergency responders : Ensure procedures and training for emergency decontamination and disposal are in
place.
6.2. Environmental precautions
Do not allow to enter into surface water or drains.
6.3. Methods and material for containment and cleaning up
Methods for cleaning up : Remove all sources of ignition. Use only non-sparking tools. Provide adequate
ventilation. Take up liquid spill into absorbent material, e.g.: sand, earth, vermiculite
or powdered limestone. Keep in suitable, closed containers for disposal. Stop leak if
safe to do so. Delivery to an approved waste disposal company. Site should have a
spill plan to ensure that adequate safeguards are in place to minimize the impact of
episodic releases.
6.4. Reference to other sections
Concerning disposal elimination after cleaning, see section 13. Concerning personal protective equipment to use, see section 8 .

SECTION 7: Handling and storage

7.1. Precautions for safe handling
Precautions for safe handling : This substance should be handled under strictly controlled conditions as specified in
REACH regulation article 18(4). Site documentation to support safe handling
arrangements in accordance with risk-based management system should be
available at each manufacturing site. During the whole lifecycle all necessary
measures should be undertaken to minimize emissions and any resulting exposure.
Use product only in closed system. Concerning personal protective equipment to
use, see section 8. Do not smoke. Provide adequate ventilation. Avoid contact with
skin, eyes and clothing. Do not breathe vapour/aerosol. After use replace the closing
cap immediately. Do not burn, or use a cutting torch on the empty drum. Do not
pierce or burn, even after use. Ensure equipment is adequately earthed.
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Hygiene measures : Keep good industrial hygiene. Wash hands and face before breaks and immediately
after handling of the product. When using do not eat, drink or smoke. Take off
contaminated clothing.
7.2. Conditions for safe storage, including any incompatibilities
Technical measures : Do not store near or with any of the incompatible materials listed in section 10. Keep
containers tightly closed in a dry, cool and well-ventilated place.
Incompatible substances or mixtures : Strong acids. Oxidizing agent.
Heat and ignition sources : Keep away from open flames, hot surfaces and sources of ignition. Do not smoke.
Packaging materials : Keep only in the original container.
7.3. Specific end use(s)
transported isolated intermediate.

SECTION 8: Exposure controls/personal protection

8.1. Control parameters
Benzene (71-43-2)
EU IOELV TWA (mg/m³) 3,25 mg/m³ (measured or calculated in relation
to a reference period of eight hours)
EU IOELV TWA (ppm) 1 ppm (measured or calculated in relation to a
reference period of eight hours)
EU Notes Substantial contribution to the total body burden
via dermal exposure possible
Austria TEL TRK (mg/m³) 3,2 mg/m³
Austria TEL TRK (ppm) 1 ppm
Belgium Limit value (mg/m³) 3,25 mg/m³
Belgium Limit value (ppm) 1 ppm
Bulgaria OEL TWA (mg/m³) 3,25 mg/m³
Croatia GVI (granična vrijednost izloženosti) (mg/m³) 3,25 mg/m³
Croatia GVI (granična vrijednost izloženosti) (ppm) 1 ppm
Cyprus OEL TWA (mg/m³) 3,25 mg/m³
Cyprus OEL TWA (ppm) 1 ppm
Czech Republic Expoziční limity (PEL) (mg/m³) 3 mg/m³
Denmark Grænseværdie (langvarig) (mg/m³) 1,6 mg/m³
Denmark Grænseværdie (langvarig) (ppm) 0,5 ppm
Estonia OEL TWA (mg/m³) 1,5 mg/m³
Estonia OEL TWA (ppm) 0,5 ppm
Estonia OEL STEL (mg/m³) 9 mg/m³
Estonia OEL STEL (ppm) 3 ppm
Finland HTP-arvo (8h) (mg/m³) 3,25 mg/m³ (all works)
Finland HTP-arvo (8h) (ppm) 1 ppm (all works)
France VME (mg/m³) 3,25 mg/m³ (restrictive limit)
France VME (ppm) 1 ppm (restrictive limit)
Greece OEL TWA (mg/m³) 3,19 mg/m³
Greece OEL TWA (ppm) 1 ppm
Hungary MK-érték 3 mg/m³
Ireland OEL (8 hours ref) (mg/m³) 3 mg/m³
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Benzene (71-43-2)
Ireland OEL (8 hours ref) (ppm) 1 ppm
Ireland OEL (15 min ref) (mg/m3) 9 mg/m³ (calculated)
Ireland OEL (15 min ref) (ppm) 3 ppm (calculated)
Italy OEL TWA (mg/m³) 3,25 mg/m³
Italy OEL TWA (ppm) 1 ppm
Latvia OEL TWA (mg/m³) 3,25 mg/m³
Latvia OEL TWA (ppm) 1 ppm
Lithuania IPRV (mg/m³) 3,25 mg/m³
Lithuania IPRV (ppm) 1 ppm
Lithuania TPRV (mg/m³) 19 mg/m³
Lithuania TPRV (ppm) 6 ppm
Luxembourg OEL TWA (mg/m³) 3,25 mg/m³
Luxembourg OEL TWA (ppm) 1 ppm
Netherlands Grenswaarde TGG 8H (mg/m³) 0,7 mg/m³
Poland NDS (mg/m³) 1,6 mg/m³
Portugal OEL TWA (ppm) 0,5 ppm
Portugal OEL STEL (ppm) 2,5 ppm
Romania OEL TWA (mg/m³) 3,25 mg/m³
Romania OEL TWA (ppm) 1 ppm
Slovenia OEL TWA (mg/m³) 3,25 mg/m³
Slovenia OEL TWA (ppm) 1 ppm
Slovenia OEL STEL (mg/m³) 13 mg/m³
Slovenia OEL STEL (ppm) 4 ppm
Spain VLA-ED (mg/m³) 3,25 mg/m³ (manufacturing, commercialization
and use restrictions according to REACH)
Spain VLA-ED (ppm) 1 ppm (manufacturing, commercialization and
use restrictions according to REACH)
Sweden nivågränsvärde (NVG) (mg/m³) 1,5 mg/m³
Sweden nivågränsvärde (NVG) (ppm) 0,5 ppm
Sweden kortidsvärde (KTV) (mg/m³) 9 mg/m³
Sweden kortidsvärde (KTV) (ppm) 3 ppm
United Kingdom WEL TWA (mg/m³) 3,25 mg/m³
United Kingdom WEL TWA (ppm) 1 ppm
United Kingdom WEL STEL (mg/m³) 9,75 mg/m³ (calculated)
United Kingdom WEL STEL (ppm) 3 ppm (calculated)
Norway Grenseverdier (AN) (mg/m³) 3 mg/m³
Norway Grenseverdier (AN) (ppm) 1 ppm
Norway Grenseverdier (Korttidsverdi) (mg/m3) 6 mg/m³ (value calculated)
Norway Grenseverdier (Korttidsverdi) (ppm) 2 ppm (value calculated)
Switzerland MAK (mg/m³) 1,6 mg/m³
Switzerland MAK (ppm) 0,5 ppm
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Benzene (71-43-2)
Australia TWA (mg/m³) 3,2 mg/m³
Australia TWA (ppm) 1 ppm
Canada (Quebec) VECD (mg/m³) 15,5 mg/m³
Canada (Quebec) VECD (ppm) 5 ppm
Canada (Quebec) VEMP (mg/m³) 3 mg/m³
Canada (Quebec) VEMP (ppm) 1 ppm
USA - ACGIH ACGIH TWA (ppm) 0,5 ppm
USA - ACGIH ACGIH STEL (ppm) 2,5 ppm
USA - IDLH US IDLH (ppm) 500 ppm
USA - NIOSH NIOSH REL (TWA) (ppm) 0,1 ppm
USA - NIOSH NIOSH REL (STEL) (ppm) 1 ppm
USA - OSHA OSHA PEL (TWA) (ppm) 10 ppm
1 ppm
USA - OSHA OSHA PEL (STEL) (ppm) 5 ppm (see 29 CFR 1910.1028)
USA - OSHA OSHA PEL (Ceiling) (ppm) 25 ppm

Benzene (71-43-2)
DNEL/DMEL (workers)
Long-term - systemic effects, dermal 234 mg/kg bodyweight/day
Long-term - systemic effects, inhalation 3,25 mg/m³
DNEL/DMEL (general population)
Long-term - systemic effects,oral 0,0001404 mg/kg bodyweight/day
Long-term - systemic effects, inhalation 0,00325 mg/m³
Long-term - systemic effects, dermal 234 mg/kg bodyweight/day
PNEC (water)
PNEC aqua (freshwater) 1,9 mg/l
PNEC aqua (marine water) 1,9 mg/l
PNEC aqua (intermittent, freshwater) 1,9 mg/l
PNEC aqua (intermittent, marine water) 1,9 mg/l
PNEC (sediment)
PNEC sediment (freshwater) 33 mg/kg dwt
PNEC sediment (marine water) 33 mg/kg dwt
PNEC (soil)
PNEC soil 4,8 mg/kg dwt
PNEC (STP)
PNEC sewage treatment plant 39 mg/l
8.2. Exposure controls
Engineering measure(s) : This substance should be handled under strictly controlled conditions as specified in
REACH regulation article 18(4). Site documentation to support safe handling
arrangements in accordance with risk-based management system should be
available at each manufacturing site. During the whole lifecycle all necessary
measures should be undertaken to minimize emissions and any resulting exposure.
Use product only in closed system. Use only in area provided with appropriate
exhaust ventilation. Provide adequate ventilation. Take precautionary measures
against static discharge. Organisational measures to prevent /limit releases,
dispersion and exposure. See also section 7.
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Personal protective equipment : The type of protective equipment must be selected according to the concentration
and amount of the dangerous substance at the specific workplace.
Hand protection : Protective gloves (EN 374). PVA. Breakthrough time : :>360min. The selection of
specific gloves for a specific application and time of use in a working area, should
also take into account other factors on the working space, such as (but not limited
to): other chemicals that are possibly used, physical requirements (protection against
cutting/drilling, skill, thermal protection), and the instructions/specification of the
supplier of gloves.
Eye protection : Safety glasses with side-shields. Goggles. EN 166
Body protection : Overalls, apron and boots recommended.
Respiratory protection : In case of insufficient ventilation, wear suitable respiratory equipment. Half-face
mask (DIN EN 140). full face mask (DIN EN 136). Filter type: (Type A - EN 141).
Self-contained open-circuit compressed air breathing apparatus (EN 137) .
Thermal hazard protection : Not required for normal conditions of use.

SECTION 9: Physical and chemical properties

9.1. Information on basic physical and chemical properties
Physical state : Liquid
Appearance : liquid.
Molecular weight : 78,12 g/mol
Colour : clear.
Odour : Characteristic. aromatic.
Odour threshold : No data available
pH : No data available
Relative evaporation rate (butylacetate=1) : No data available
Melting / freezing point : 5,5 °C
Freezing point : No data available
Initial boiling point and boiling range : 80,1 °C
Flash point : -11 °C (1013,5 kPa)
Auto-ignition temperature : 498 °C
Decomposition temperature : No data available
Flammability (solid, gas) : No data available
Vapour pressure : 10 kPa (20°C)
100 kPa (79,7°C)
Vapour density : No data available
Relative density : 0,8765 (20°C)
Solubility : Water: 1,88 g/l (23°C)
Partition coefficient n-octanol/water : 2,13
Kinematic viscosity : No data available
Dynamic viscosity : No data available
Explosive properties : Not applicable. The study does not need to be conducted because there are no
chemical groups associated with explosive properties present in the molecule.
Oxidising properties : Not applicable. The classification procedure needs not to be applied because there
are no chemical groups present in the molecule which are associated with oxidising
properties.
Explosive limits : LEL- UEL: 1,2 - 7,8 vol %
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9.2. Other information

VOC content : 100 %
Additional information : Literary reference

SECTION 10: Stability and reactivity

10.1. Reactivity
Highly flammable. Reference to other sections: 10.5.
10.2. Chemical stability
The product is stable under storage at normal ambient temperatures.
10.3. Possibility of hazardous reactions
Vapours may form explosive mixture with air. See also section 7. Handling and storage.
10.4. Conditions to avoid
Keep away from sources of heat (e.g. hot surfaces), sparks and open flames. See also section 7. Handling and storage.
10.5. Incompatible materials
Incompatible with strong acids and oxidizing agents. See also section 7. Handling and storage.
10.6. Hazardous decomposition products
Thermal decomposition can lead to the escape of irritating gases and vapours. Possible decomposition products are: Carbon
oxides.

SECTION 11: Toxicological information

11.1. Information on toxicological effects
Acute toxicity : Not classified (Based on available data, the classification criteria are not met.)

Benzene (71-43-2)
LD50/oral/rat > 2000 mg/kg
LD50/dermal/rabbit > 5000 mg/kg
LC50 inhalation rat (Vapours - mg/l/4h) 44,5 mg/l/4h
Skin corrosion/irritation : Causes skin irritation.
pH: No data available
Serious eye damage/irritation : Causes serious eye irritation.
pH: No data available
Respiratory or skin sensitisation : Not classified (Based on available data, the classification criteria are not met.)
Germ cell mutagenicity : May cause genetic defects.
Carcinogenicity : May cause cancer.
Reproductive toxicity : Not classified (Based on available data, the classification criteria are not met.)
STOT-single exposure : Not classified (Based on available data, the classification criteria are not met.)
STOT-repeated exposure : Causes damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure.
Benzene (71-43-2)
NOAEC, Chronic, Inhalation, human, 11.2 mg/m³
systemic
Aspiration hazard : May be fatal if swallowed and enters airways.
Other adverse effects : Mutagenetic. carcinogenic.
Other information : Symptoms related to the physical, chemical and toxicological characteristics.
Reference to other sections: 4.2.
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SECTION 12: Ecological information

12.1. Toxicity
Environmental properties : not hazardous.

Benzene (71-43-2)
LC50 fish 1 eco mg/l (96 h)
EC50 Daphnia 1 10 mg/l (48h)
ErC50 (algae) 100 mg/l (72 h)
LOEC (chronic) 1,6 mg/l
NOEC (chronic) 3 mg/l Invertebrates.
NOEC chronic fish 0,8 mg/l
NOEC chronic crustacea 3 mg/l
NOEC chronic algae ≈
ErC10, BIOMASS, 72h, algae 10 mg/l
ErC10, Growth rate, 72h, algae 34 mg/l
IC50, 24h, micro-organisms 13 mg/l

12.2. Persistence and degradability

Benzene (71-43-2)
Persistence and degradability Readily biodegradable.
12.3. Bioaccumulative potential
Benzene (71-43-2)
Partition coefficient n-octanol/water 2,13
Benzene (71-43-2)
Bioconcentration factor (BCF) < 10
Partition coefficient n-octanol/water 2,13
12.4. Mobility in soil
Benzene (71-43-2)
Ecology - soil No data available.
Benzene (71-43-2)
Surface tension Justification for data waiving
12.5. Results of PBT and vPvB assessment
No data available

12.6. Other adverse effects

No data available

SECTION 13: Disposal considerations

13.1. Waste treatment methods
Product/Packaging disposal : Handle with care. Safe handling: see section 7. Handling and storage. Dispose of
recommendations contaminated materials in accordance with current regulations. Refer to
manufacturer/supplier for information on recovery/recycling. Collect and dispose of
waste product at an authorised disposal facility.
Additional information : Delivery to an approved waste disposal company.
Further ecological information : Do not allow to enter into surface water or drains.
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European waste catalogue (2001/573/EC, : Classified as hazardous waste according to European Union regulations.
75/442/EEC, 91/689/EEC) The following Waste Codes are only suggestions:
150110 - packaging containing residues of or contaminated by dangerous
substances
Waste codes should be assigned by the user, preferably in discussion with the waste
disposal authorities.

SECTION 14: Transport information

In accordance with ADR / RID / IMDG / IATA / ADN
ADR IMDG IATA ADN RID
14.1. UN number
1114 1114 1114 1114 1114
14.2. UN proper shipping name
BENZENE BENZENE Benzene BENZENE BENZENE
Transport document description
UN 1114 BENZENE, 3, UN 1114 BENZENE, 3, UN 1114 Benzene, 3, II UN 1114 BENZENE, 3, UN 1114 BENZENE, 3,
II, (D/E) II (-11°C c.c.) II II

14.3. Transport hazard class(es)

3 3 3 3 3

14.4. Packing group

II II II II II
14.5. Environmental hazards
Dangerous for the Dangerous for the Dangerous for the Dangerous for the Dangerous for the
environment : No environment : No environment : No environment : No environment : No
Marine pollutant : No
ADN : N3

14.6. Special precautions for user

- Overland transport
Classification code (ADR) : F1
Limited quantities (ADR) : 1l
Excepted quantities (ADR) : E2
Packing instructions (ADR) : P001, IBC02, R001
Mixed packing provisions (ADR) : MP19
Portable tank and bulk container : T4
instructions (ADR)
Portable tank and bulk container special : TP1
provisions (ADR)
Tank code (ADR) : LGBF
Vehicle for tank carriage : FL
Transport category (ADR) : 2
Special provisions for carriage - Operation : S2, S20
(ADR)
Hazard identification number (Kemler No.) : 33
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Orange plates :

Tunnel restriction code : D/E

EAC code : 3WE
APP code : A(fl)

- Transport by sea
Limited quantities (IMDG) : 1L
Excepted quantities (IMDG) : E2
Packing instructions (IMDG) : P001
IBC packing instructions (IMDG) : IBC02
Tank instructions (IMDG) : T4
Tank special provisions (IMDG) : TP1
EmS-No. (Fire) : F-E
EmS-No. (Spillage) : S-D
Stowage category (IMDG) : B
Stowage and handling (IMDG) : SW2
Flash point (IMDG) : -11°C c.c.
Properties and observations (IMDG) : Colourless liquid with a characteristic odour. Flashpoint: -11°C c.c. Explosive limits:
1.4% to 8% Freezing point 5°C, flashes below its freezing point. Immiscible with
water. Narcotic. Exposure to this substance may produce serious chronic effects of a
toxic nature.

- Air transport
PCA Excepted quantities (IATA) : E2
PCA Limited quantities (IATA) : Y341
PCA limited quantity max net quantity : 1L
(IATA)
PCA packing instructions (IATA) : 353
PCA max net quantity (IATA) : 5L
CAO packing instructions (IATA) : 364
CAO max net quantity (IATA) : 60L
ERG code (IATA) : 3H

- Inland waterway transport

Classification code (ADN) : F1
Limited quantities (ADN) : 1L
Excepted quantities (ADN) : E2
Carriage permitted (ADN) : T
Equipment required (ADN) : PP, EX, A
Ventilation (ADN) : VE01
Number of blue cones/lights (ADN) : 1

- Rail transport
Classification code (RID) : F1
Limited quantities (RID) : 1L
Excepted quantities (RID) : E2
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Packing instructions (RID) : P001, IBC02, R001

Mixed packing provisions (RID) : MP19
Portable tank and bulk container : T4
instructions (RID)
Portable tank and bulk container special : TP1
provisions (RID)
Tank codes for RID tanks (RID) : LGBF
Transport category (RID) : 2
Colis express (express parcels) (RID) : CE7
Hazard identification number (RID) : 33
14.7. Transport in bulk according to Annex II of MARPOL 73/78 and the IBC Code
Not applicable

SECTION 15: Regulatory information

15.1. Safety, health and environmental regulations/legislation specific for the substance or mixture
15.1.1. EU-Regulations
The following restrictions are applicable according to Annex XVII of the REACH Regulation (EC) No 1907/2006:
3. Liquid substances or mixtures which are regarded as dangerous in accordance with Benzene - Benzene
Directive 1999/45/EC or are fulfilling the criteria for any of the following hazard classes or
categories set out in Annex I to Regulation (EC) No 1272/2008
3(a) Substances or mixtures fulfilling the criteria for any of the following hazard classes or Benzene - Benzene
categories set out in Annex I to Regulation (EC) No 1272/2008: Hazard classes 2.1 to 2.4,
2.6 and 2.7, 2.8 types A and B, 2.9, 2.10, 2.12, 2.13 categories 1 and 2, 2.14 categories 1
and 2, 2.15 types A to F
3(b) Substances or mixtures fulfilling the criteria for any of the following hazard classes or Benzene - Benzene
categories set out in Annex I to Regulation (EC) No 1272/2008: Hazard classes 3.1 to 3.6,
3.7 adverse effects on sexual function and fertility or on development, 3.8 effects other than
narcotic effects, 3.9 and 3.10
5. Benzene Benzene - Benzene
28. Substances which appear in Part 3 of Annex VI to Regulation (EC) No 1272/2008 Benzene - Benzene
classified as Carcinogen category 1A or 1B (Table 3.1) or Carcinogen category 1 or 2 (Table
3.2) and listed as follows: Carcinogen category 1A (Table 3.1)/Carcinogen category 1 (Table
3.2) listed in Appendix 1 Carcinogen category 1B (Table 3.1)/Carcinogen category 2 (Table
3.2) listed in Appendix 2
29. Substances which appear in Part 3 of Annex VI to Regulation (EC) No 1272/2008 Benzene - Benzene
classified as Germ cell Mutagen category 1A or 1B (Table 3.1) or Mutagen category 1 or 2
(Table 3.2) and listed as follows: Mutagen category 1A (Table 3.1)/Mutagen category 1
(Table 3.2) listed in Appendix 3 Mutagen category 1B (Table 3.1)/Mutagen category 2 (Table
3.2) listed in Appendix 4
40. Substances classified as flammable gases category 1 or 2, flammable liquids categories Benzene - Benzene
1, 2 or 3, flammable solids category 1 or 2, substances and mixtures which, in contact with
water, emit flammable gases, category 1, 2 or 3, pyrophoric liquids category 1 or pyrophoric
solids category 1, regardless of whether they appear in Part 3 of Annex VI to Regulation
(EC) No 1272/2008 or not.
Benzene is not on the REACH Candidate List
Benzene is not on the REACH Annex XIV List

VOC content : 100 %

15.1.2. National regulations

Germany
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Reference to AwSV : Water hazard class (WGK) 3, severe hazard to waters (Classification according to
VwVwS, Annex 1 or 2; ID No. 29)
Risk classification according to VbF : A I - Liquids with a flashpoint below 21°C
12th Ordinance Implementing the Federal : Is not subject of the 12. BlmSchV (Hazardous Incident Ordinance)
Immission Control Act - 12.BImSchV

TA Luft : Carcinogenic substances

Netherlands
Waterbezwaarlijkheid : 1 - May cause cancer Z (1)
SZW-lijst van kankerverwekkende stoffen : BENZENE is listed
SZW-lijst van mutagene stoffen : BENZENE is listed
NIET-limitatieve lijst van voor de : The substance is not listed
voortplanting giftige stoffen – Borstvoeding
NIET-limitatieve lijst van voor de : The substance is not listed
voortplanting giftige stoffen –
Vruchtbaarheid
NIET-limitatieve lijst van voor de : The substance is not listed
voortplanting giftige stoffen – Ontwikkeling

Denmark
Recommendations Danish Regulation :

15.2. Chemical safety assessment

For this substance a chemical safety assessment has been carried out

SECTION 16: Other information

Indication of changes:
1 Modified
2 Modified
15 Modified
16 Modified
Abbreviations and acronyms:
ADN = Accord Européen relatif au Transport International des Marchandises Dangereuses par voie de Navigation du Rhin
ADR = Accord européen relatif au transport international des marchandises Dangereuses par Route
CLP = Classification, Labelling and Packaging Regulation according to 1272/2008/EC
IATA = International Air Transport Association
IMDG = International Maritime Dangerous Goods Code
LEL = Lower Explosive Limit/Lower Explosion Limit
UEL = Upper Explosion Limit/Upper Explosive Limit
REACH = Registration, Evaluation, Authorisation and Restriction of Chemicals
CSR = CSR = Chemical Safety Report
DNEL = DNEL = Derived No Effect Level
LD50 = Median lethal dose
PNEC = Predicted No Effect Concentration
STEL = Short term exposure limit
TLV = Threshold limits
TWA = time weighted average
WGK = Wassergefährdungsklasse (Water Hazard Class under German Federal Water Management Act)
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Sources of key data used to compile the : European Chemicals Bureau Chemical Safety Report. ECHA website.
datasheet
Training advice : Training staff on good practice.
Full text of H- and EUH-statements:
Asp. Tox. 1 Aspiration hazard, Category 1
Carc. 1A Carcinogenicity, Category 1A
Eye Irrit. 2 Serious eye damage/eye irritation Category 2
Flam. Liq. 2 Flammable liquids, Category 2
Muta. 1B Germ cell mutagenicity, hazard categories 1B
Skin Irrit. 2 Skin corrosion/irritation, Category 2
STOT RE 1 Specific target organ toxicity — Repeated exposure, Category 1
H225 Highly flammable liquid and vapour.
H304 May be fatal if swallowed and enters airways.
H315 Causes skin irritation.
H319 Causes serious eye irritation.
H340 May cause genetic defects.
H350 May cause cancer.
H372 Causes damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure.
Restricted to professional users

According to Regulation (EC) No. 1907/2006 (REACH) with its amendment Regulation (EU) 2015/830
Classification according to Regulation (EC) No. 1272/2008 [CLP]
Labelling according to Regulation (EC) No. 1272/2008 [CLP]

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