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MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET

BENZENE

Physical and Chemical Properties


Physical state and appearance: Liquid.
Odour: Aromatic. Gasoline-like, rather pleasant. (Strong.)
Molecular Weight: 78.11 g/mole
Colour: Clear Colourless. Colourless to light yellow.
Boiling Point: 80.1 (176.2°F)
Melting Point: 5.5°C (41.9°F)
Critical Temperature: 288.9°C (552°F)
Specific Gravity: 0.8787 @ 15 C (Water = 1)
Vapour Pressure: 10 kPa (@ 20°C)
Vapour Density: 2.8 (Air = 1)
Odor Threshold: 4.68 ppm
Water/Oil Dist. Coeff.: The product is more soluble in oil; log(oil/water) = 2.1
Dispersion Properties: See solubility in water, diethyl ether, acetone.
Solubility: Miscible in alcohol, chloroform, carbon disulfide oils, carbon tetrachloride, glacial acetic
acid, diethyl ether, acetone. Very slightly soluble in cold water.

Hazards Identification
Potential Acute Health Effects:
Very hazardous in case of eye contact (irritant), of inhalation. Hazardous in case of skin contact
(irritant, permeator), of ingestion. Inflammation of the eye is characterized by redness, watering, and
itching.
Potential Chronic Health Effects:
CARCINOGENIC EFFECTS: Classified A1 (Confirmed for human.) by ACGIH, 1 (Proven for
human.) by IARC. MUTAGENIC EFFECTS: Classified POSSIBLE for human. Mutagenic for
mammalian somatic cells.Mutagenic for bacteria and yeast.DEVELOPMENTAL TOXICITY:
Classified Reproductive system/toxin/female. The substance is toxic to blood, bone marrow,
central nervous system (CNS).The substance may be toxic to liver, Urinary System.Repeated
or prolonged exposure to the substance can produce target organs damage.

First Aid Measures


Eye Contact:
Check for and remove any contact lenses. In case of contact, immediately flush eyes with plenty of
water for at least 15 minutes. Cold water may be used. WARM water MUST be used. Get medical
attention immediately.
Serious Skin Contact:
Wash with a disinfectant soap and cover the contaminated skin with an anti-bacterial cream. Seek
immediate medical attention.
Serious Inhalation:
Evacuate the victim to a safe area as soon as possible. Loosen tight clothing such as a collar, tie, belt
or waistband. If breathing is difficult, administer oxygen. If the victim is not breathing, perform mouth-to-
mouth resuscitation. Seek medical attention.
Ingestion:
Do NOT induce vomiting unless directed to do so by medical personnel. Never give anything by
mouth to an unconscious person. If large quantities of this material are swallowed, call a physician
immediately. Loosen tight clothing such as a collar, tie, belt or waistband.

Accidental Release Measures


Small Spill: Absorb with an inert material and put the spilled material in an appropriate waste disposal.
Large Spill: Flammable liquid. Keep away from heat. Keep away from sources of ignition. Stop leak if
without risk. Absorb with DRY earth, sand or other non-combustible material. Do not touch spilled
material. Prevent entry into sewers, basements or confined areas; dike if needed. Be careful that the
product is not present at a concentration level above TLV. Check TLV on the MSDS and with local
authorities.

Exposure Controls/Personal Protection


Engineering Controls:
Provide exhaust ventilation or other engineering controls to keep the airborne concentrations of vapors
below their respective threshold limit value. Ensure that eyewash stations and safety showers are
proximal to the work-station location.
Personal Protection:
Splash goggles. Lab coat. Vapor respirator. Be sure to use an approved/certified respirator or
equivalent. Gloves.
Personal Protection in Case of a Large Spill:
Splash goggles. Full suit. Vapor respirator. Boots. Gloves. A self contained breathing apparatus should
be used to avoid inhalation of the product. Suggested protective clothing might not be sufficient; consult
a specialist BEFORE handling this product.
Exposure Limits:
TWA: 0.5 STEL: 2.5 (ppm) from ACGIH (TLV) [United States] TWA: 1.6 STEL: 8 (mg/m3) from ACGIH
(TLV) [United States] TWA: 0.1 STEL: 1 from NIOSH TWA: 1 STEL: 5 (ppm) from OSHA (PEL) [United
States] TWA: 10 (ppm) from OSHA (PEL) [United States] TWA: 3 (ppm) [United Kingdom (UK)] TWA:
1.6 (mg/m3) [United Kingdom (UK)] TWA: 1 (ppm) [Canada] TWA: 3.2 (mg/m3) [Canada] TWA: 0.5
(ppm) [Canada]Consult local authorities for acceptable exposure limits.

Fire and Explosion Data


Flammability of the Product: Flammable.
Auto-Ignition Temperature: 497.78°C (928°F)
Flash Points: CLOSED CUP: -11.1°C (12°F). (Setaflash)
Flammable Limits: LOWER: 1.2% UPPER: 7.8%
Products of Combustion: These products are carbon oxides (CO, CO2).
Fire Hazards in Presence of Various Substances: Highly flammable in presence of open flames and
sparks, of heat. Slightly flammable to flammable in presence of oxidizing materials. Non-flammable in
presence of shocks.
Explosion Hazards in Presence of Various Substances: Risks of explosion of the product in
presence of mechanical impact: Not available. Risks of explosion of the product in presence of static
discharge: Not available. Explosive in presence of oxidizing materials, of acids.
Fire Fighting Media and Instructions: Flammable liquid, soluble or dispersed in water. SMALL FIRE:
Use DRY chemical powder. LARGE FIRE: Use alcohol foam, water spray or fog.
Special Remarks on Fire Hazards:
Extremely flammable liquid and vapor. Vapor may cause flash fire. Reacts on contact with iodine
heptafluoride gas. Dioxygenyl tetrafluoroborate is as very powferful oxidant. The addition of a small
particle to small samples of benzene, at ambient temperature, causes ignition. Contact with sodium
peroxide with benzene causes ignition. Benzene ignites in contact with powdered chromic anhydride.
Virgorous or incandescent reaction with hydrogen + Raney nickel (above 210 C) and bromine
trifluoride.

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