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Benzyl Alcohol, NF MSDS
SAFETY DATA SHEET
Product identifier
Product code: BE158Product Name: BENZYL ALCOHOL, NF
Other means of identification
Synonyms: alpha-Hydroxytoluene; alpha-Toluenol; Benzal alcohol; Benzenecarbinol;Benzenemethanol; Benzoyl alcohol; Hydroxytoluene; Methanol, phenyl-;Phenolcarbinol; Phenylcarbinol; Phenylmethanol; Phenylmethyl alcohol
CAS #: 100-51-6RTECS # DN3150000CI#: Not available
Recommended use of the chemical and restrictions on use
Recommended use: Perfumes and flavors; photographic developer for color movie films; dyeing nylonfilament, textiles, and sheet plastics; solvent for dyestuffs, cellulose esters, casein,waxes, etc.; heat-sealing polyethylene films; intermediate for benzyl esters andethers; bacteriostat; cosmetics, ointments, emulsions; ball point pen inks; stencilinks.
Uses advised against No information available
Supplier: Spectrum Chemicals and Laboratory Products, Inc.14422 South San Pedro St.Gardena, CA 90248(310) 516-8000
Order Online At: https://www.spectrumchemical.com
Emergency telephone number Chemtrec 1-800-424-9300Contact Person: Martin LaBenz (West Coast)Contact Person: Ibad Tirmiz (East Coast)
2. HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION
Classification
This chemical is considered hazardous by the 2012 OSHA Hazard Communication Standard (29 CFR 1910.1200)
Acute toxicity - Oral Category 4Acute toxicity - Dermal Category 4Acute toxicity - Inhalation (Gases) Category 4Acute toxicity - Inhalation (Vapors) Category 4Skin corrosion/irritation Category 2Serious eye damage/eye irritation Category 2Skin sensitization Category 1
Label elements
Preparation Date: 01/16/2015
Product code: BE158
Revision Date: 1/16/2015
Product name: BENZYL ALCOHOL, NF 1 / 12
Revision Number: G1
Hazards not otherwise classified (HNOC)Not Applicable
Other hazardsHarmful to aquatic life with long lasting effectsHarmful to aquatic life
Precautionary Statements - PreventionWash face, hands and any exposed skin thoroughly after handlingDo not eat, drink or smoke when using this productWear protective glovesWear eye/face protectionAvoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapors/sprayUse only outdoors or in a well-ventilated areaContaminated work clothing should not be allowed out of the workplace
Precautionary Statements - ResponseSpecific measures (see .? on this label)Specific treatment (see .? on this label)IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. If eyeirritation persists: Get medical advice/attention.IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of soap and waterCall a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician if you feel unwellTake off contaminated clothing and wash before reuseIf skin irritation or rash occurs: Get medical advice/attentionIF INHALED: Remove victim to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing. Call a POISON CENTER ordoctor/physician if you feel unwell.IF SWALLOWED: Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician if you feel unwellRinse mouth
Precautionary Statements - DisposalDispose of contents/container to an approved waste disposal plant
3. COMPOSITION/INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS
Components CAS-No. Weight % Trade SecretBenzyl Alcohol
100-51-6100-51-6 100 *
Hazard statementsHarmful if swallowedHarmful in contact with skinHarmful if inhaledCauses skin irritationCauses serious eye irritationMay cause an allergic skin reaction
Product code: BE158 Product name: BENZYL ALCOHOL, NF 2 / 12
Warning
4. FIRST AID MEASURES
First aid measuresGeneral Advice: Poison information centres in each State capital city can provide additional
assistance for scheduled poisons (13 1126)
Skin Contact: Wash off immediately with soap and plenty of water removing all contaminated clothes andshoes. Get medical attention. If skin irritation persists, call a physician.
Eye Contact: Flush eye with water for 15 minutes. Get medical attention.
Inhalation: Move to fresh air. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen.Get medical attention.
Ingestion: Do not induce vomiting without medical advice. Never give anything by mouth to anunconscious person. Obtain medical attention.
Most important symptoms and effects, both acute and delayedSymptoms Causes eye irritation. Eye contact may result in redness or pain. May cause allergic skin
reaction. Contact causes skin irritation. Central nervous system effects. May cause irritation ofrespiratory tract. Coughing. Dyspnea (Shortness of breath and difficulty breathing). May causeabdominal pain, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea. May affect the cardiovascular system.
Indication of any immediate medical attention and special treatment neededNotes to Physician: Treat symptomatically
Protection of first-aidersFirst-Aid Providers: Avoid exposure to blood or body fluids. Wear gloves and other necessary protective clothing. Dispose ofcontaminated clothing and equipment as bio-hazardous waste
5. FIRE-FIGHTING MEASURES
Extinguishing Media
Suitable Extinguishing Media: Carbon dioxide (CO2). Dry powder. Water spray mist orfoam.
Unsuitable Extinguishing Media: No information available.
Specific hazards arising from the chemical
Hazardous Combustion Products: Carbon oxides
Specific hazards: May be combustible at high temperatures. May be ignited byheat, sparks or flames. Container explosion may occurunder fire conditions or when heated.
Special Protective Actions for Firefighters
Specific Methods: Water mist may be used to cool closed containers. Forlarger fires, use water spray or fog. Cool containers withflooding quantities of water until well after fire is out. Dikefire-control water for later disposal; do not scatter thematerial.
Special Protective Equipment for Firefighters: As in any fire, wear self-contained breathing apparatuspressure-demand, MSHA/NIOSH (approved or equivalent)and full protective gear
Product name: BENZYL ALCOHOL, NF 3 / 12Product code: BE158
6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
Personal precautions, protective equipment and emergency procedures
Personal Precautions: Ensure adequate ventilation. Keep people away from and upwind of spill/leak. Avoid contactwith skin, eyes and clothing. Use personal protective equipment. Remove all sources ofignition. Do not touch damaged containers or spilled material unless wearing appropriateprotective clothing.
Environmental precautions Prevent further leakage or spillage if safe to do so. Prevent product from enteringdrains. Prevent entry into waterways, sewers, basements or confined areas.
Methods and material for containment and cleaning up
Methods for containment Stop leak if you can do it without risk. Absorb spill with inert material (e.g. vermiculite,dry sand or earth). In case of large spill, dike if needed. Dike far ahead of liquid spillfor later disposal.
Methods for cleaning up Use appropriate tools to put the spilled material in a suitable chemical waste disposalcontainer. Use only non-sparking tools. Clean contaminated surface thoroughly.
7. HANDLING AND STORAGE
Precautions for safe handling
Technical Measures/Precautions:Provide sufficient air exchange and/or exhaust in work rooms. Remove all sources of ignition. To avoid ignition ofvapors by static electricity discharge, all metal parts of the equipment must be grounded. Keep away fromincompatible materials.
Safe Handling Advice:Wear personal protective equipment. Use only in well-ventilated areas. Avoid contact with skin, eyes and clothing.Keep away from heat and sources of ignition. Do not breathe vapors or spray mist. Do not ingest. When using donot smoke. Handle in accordance with good industrial hygiene and safety practice.
Conditions for safe storage, including any incompatibilities
Technical Measures/Storage Conditions:Keep container tightly closed in a dry and well-ventilated place. Store at room temperature in the original container.Store away from incompatible materials. Keep away from heat and sources of ignition. Sensitive to light. Store inlight-resistant containers. Store under inert gas.
Incompatible Materials:Acids. Oxidizing agents. Aluminum. Iron. Steel.
8. EXPOSURE CONTROLS/PERSONAL PROTECTION
Control parameters
National occupational exposure limits
United StatesComponents OSHA NIOSH ACGIH AIHA WHEEL
Benzyl Alcohol - 100-51-6None None None = 10 ppm TWA
CanadaComponents Alberta British Columbia Ontario Quebec
Benzyl Alcohol - 100-51-6None None None None
Product name: BENZYL ALCOHOL, NF 4 / 12Product code: BE158
Australia and MexicoComponents Australia MexicoBenzyl Alcohol
100-51-6None None
Appropriate engineering controls
Engineering measures to reduce exposure: Ensure adequate ventilation. Provide exhaust ventilation orother engineering controls to keep the airborneconcentrations of vapors and mist below their respectivethreshold limit value.
Individual protection measures, such as personal protective equipment
Personal Protective Equipment
Eye protection: Goggles.
Skin and body protection: Long sleeved clothing. Chemical resistant apron. Gloves.
Respiratory protection: Vapor respirator. Be sure to use an approved/certified respirator or equivalent.
Hygiene measures: Avoid contact with skin, eyes and clothing. Wash hands before breaks andimmediately after handling the product. When using, do not eat, drink or smoke.
9. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
Product name: BENZYL ALCOHOL, NF 5 / 12Product code: BE158
9. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
10. STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
Reactivity
Chemical stabilityStability: Stable under recommended storage conditions. Sensitive to light. Exposure to light
accelerates decomposition. Slowly decomposes on contact with air.
Possibility of Hazardous Reactions: Hazardous polymerization does not occur
Conditions to avoid: Heat. Ignition sources. Exposure to light. Exposure to air. Incompatible materials.
Incompatible Materials: Acids. Oxidizing agents. Aluminum. Iron. Steel.
Hazardous decomposition products: Carbon oxides. When heated to decomposition it emits acrid smoke and irritating fumes.
Odor threshold (ppm):5.5 ppm
Physical state:Liquid
Partition coefficient(n-octanol/water):1.1
Viscosity:No information available
Flash Point Tested according to:Closed cupOpen cup
Miscibility:No information available
Odor:Slight. Aromatic.
Solubility:Soluble in WaterSolubility in Water: 35,000 mgL at 20deg. C; 42,900 mg/L at 25 deg. CSoluble in AcetoneSoluble in BenzeneSoluble in EthanolSoluble in EtherSoluble in Chloroform
Lower Explosion Limit (%):No information available
Upper Explosion Limit (%):No information available
Appearance:No information available
Autoignition Temperature (°C/°F):436.0°C/816.8°F
TasteSharp. Burning.
Reactive with acidsReactive with oxidizing agentsAttacks some plastics, rubber, and coatings.Benzyl alcohol can extract and dissolve polystyrene plastic and may attack other plasticsA mixture of benzyl alcohol with 58% sulfuric acid decomposes explosively at about 180 deg. C.Benzyl alcohol contaminated with 1.4% hydrogen bromide and 1.2% of dissolved iron (II) polymerizes exothermally above 100°C
pH:No information available
Melting point/range(°C/°F):-15.2°C/4.6°F
Formula:C7H8O
Boiling point/range(°C/°F):205.3°C/401.5°F
Decomposition temperature(°C/°F):No information available
Bulk density:No information available
Molecular/Formula weight:108.14
Specific gravity:1.0419 at 20°C
Color:Colorless. Clear.
Vapor pressure @ 20°C (kPa):0.003 kPa
Density (g/cm3):No information available
Flash point (°C):93
Evaporation rate:No information available
Vapor density:3.72
Product code: BE158
VOC content (g/L):No information available
Product name: BENZYL ALCOHOL, NF 6 / 12
Flashpoint (°C/°F):93.0°C/199.4°F100.56-104.44°C/213-220°F
Other Information
Corrosivity: No information available
Special Remarks on Corrosivity: No information available
11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Information on likely routes of exposure
Principal Routes of Exposure:Eyes. Ingestion. Inhalation. Skin.
Acute Toxicity
Component Information
Product Information
LD50/oral/rat =VALUE- Acute Tox Oral = 1230mg/kg
LD50/oral/mouse =Value - Acute Tox Oral = 1360mg/kg
LD50/dermal/rabbitVALUE-Acute Tox Dermal = 2000mg/kg
LD50/dermal/ratVALUE -Acute Tox Dermal = No information available
LC50/inhalation/ratVALUE-Vapor = 8.8mg/l (4-hr)VALUE-Gas = No information availableVALUE-Dust/Mist = No information available
LC50/Inhalation/mouseVALUE-Vapor = No information availableVALUE - Gas = No information availableVALUE - Dust/Mist = No information available
Symptoms
Skin Contact: Harmful in contact with skin. It may be absorbed through the skin. Causes skinirritation. Mildly to highly irritating. Can cause redness and pain.
LC50/inhalation/mouse = No infomation available
LD50/oral/rat = = 1230 mg/kg Oral LD50 Rat
Other LD50 or LC50information = 1040 mg/kg Oral LD50 Rabbit
LD50/dermal/rabbit = 2 g/kg Dermal LD50Rabbit
Benzyl Alcohol - 100-51-6
LD50/dermal/rat = No information available
Product code: BE158 Product name: BENZYL ALCOHOL, NF 7 / 12
LC50/inhalation/rat = 8.8 mg/L Inhalation LC50 Rat 4 h
LD50/oral/mouse = 1360 mg/kg (RTECS)1150-1580mg/kg (EU Commision IUCLID dataset)
Eye Contact: Causes serious eye irritation. Moderately irritating to the eyes. Causes redness,pain. Eye contact produces immediate smarting, but there is no permanent injury ifexposure is brief.
Inhalation Harmful by inhalation. Inhalation of mist or vapors may cause respiratory tract (nose,throat), irritation.Symptoms may include coughing, shortness of breath. It may beabsorbed into the blood stream with symtoms similar to ingestion.
Ingestion Harmful if swallowed. Ingestion of large doses may cause abdominal pain, nausea,vomiting, diarrhea. It may affect behavior/central nervous system and causeheadache, somnolence, excitement, dizziness, ataxia, coma, convulsions, and othersymptoms of central nervous system depression. It may also affect respiration(paralysis of the respiratory center, respiratory depression, gasping respirations),cardiovascular system (hypotension).
Aspiration hazard No information available
Delayed and immediate effects as well as chronic effects from short and long-term exposure
Chronic Toxicity Prolonged or repeated exposure (skin contact) may cause allergic contact dermatitis.Prolonged or repeated ingestion may affect behavior/central nervous system withsymptoms similar to acute ingestion. It may also affect the liver, kidneys,cardiovascular system
Sensitization: May cause sensitization by skin contact
Mutagenic Effects: May affect genetic materialMutations in microorganisms
Carcinogenic effects: Not considered carcinogenic
Components ACGIH -Carcinogens
IARC NTP OSHA HCS -Carcinogens
Australia - ProhibitedCarcinogenicSubstances
Australia - NotifiableCarcinogenicSubstances
Benzyl Alcohol Not listed Not listed Not listed Not listed Not listed Not listed
Reproductive toxicity No data is available
Reproductive Effects: No information availableDevelopmental Effects: May cause adverse developmental effects based on animal dataTeratogenic Effects: No information available
Specific Target Organ Toxicity
STOT - single exposure No information availableSTOT - repeated exposure No information availableTarget Organs: No information available
12. ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Ecotoxicity
Ecotoxicity effects: Aquatic environment.
Product name: BENZYL ALCOHOL, NF 8 / 12Product code: BE158
Persistence and degradability: No information available
Bioaccumulative potential: No information available
Mobility: No information available
13. DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS
Disposal Methods
Waste from residues / unused products:Waste must be disposed of in accordance with Federal, State and Local regulation.
Contaminated packaging:Empty containers should be taken for local recycling, recovery or waste disposal
Components RCRA - F SeriesWastes
RCRA - K SeriesWastes
RCRA - PSeriesWastes
RCRA - U Series Wastes
Benzyl Alcohol None None None None
14. TRANSPORT INFORMATION
DOTUN-No: Not RegulatedProper Shipping Name: No information availableHazard Class: No information availableSubsidiary Risk: Not applicablePacking Group: NoneERG No: No information availableMarine Pollutant No data availableDOT RQ (lbs): No information available
TDG (Canada)UN-No: Not RegulatedProper Shipping Name: No information availableHazard Class: No information availableSubsidiary Risk: No information availablePacking Group: No information availableDescription: No information available
ADR
UN-No: Not RegulatedProper Shipping Name: No information availableHazard Class: No information availablePacking Group: No information availableSubsidiary Risk: No information availableClassification Code: No information availableDescription: No information available
Benzyl Alcohol - 100-51-6
Freshwater Fish Species Data: 10 mg/L LC50 Lepomis macrochirus 96 h static 1460 mg/L LC50 Pimephales promelas 96 h static 1
Freshwater Algae Data:
Product code: BE158
35 mg/L EC50 Anabaena variabilis 3 h
Product name: BENZYL ALCOHOL, NF
Water Flea Data:
9 / 12
23 mg/L EC50 water flea 48 h
14. TRANSPORT INFORMATIONCEFIC Tremcard No: No information available
IMO / IMDGUN-No: Not RegulatedProper Shipping Name: No information availableHazard Class: No information availableSubsidiary Risk: No information availablePacking Group: No information availableDescription: No information availableIMDG Page: No information availableMarine Pollutant No information availableMFAG: No information availableMaximum Quantity: No information available
RIDUN-No: Not RegulatedProper Shipping Name: No information availableHazard Class: No information availableSubsidiary Risk: No information availablePacking Group: No information availableClassification Code: No information availableDescription: No information available
ICAOUN-No: Not RegulatedProper Shipping Name: No information availableHazard Class: No information availableSubsidiary Risk: No information availablePacking Group: No information availableDescription: No information available
IATAUN-No: Not RegulatedProper Shipping Name: No information availableHazard Class: No information availableSubsidiary Risk: No information availablePacking Group: No information availableDescription: No information available
15. REGULATORY INFORMATION
International Inventories
Components U.S. TSCA KOREA KECL Philippines(PICCS)
Japan ENCS CHINA Australia(AICS)
EINECS-No.
Benzyl Alcohol Present Present KE-02570
Present Present (3)-1011
Present[03082]
Present Present 202-859-9
U.S. Regulations
California Prop. 65: Safe Drinking Water and Toxic Enforcement Act of 1986.
Chemicals Known to the State of California to Cause Cancer:This product does not contain a chemical requiring a warning under California Prop. 65. (See table below)
Minnesota - Hazardous Substance List: Present
Benzyl Alcohol
Product code: BE158
Pennsylvania RTK: Present
Product name: BENZYL ALCOHOL, NF 10 / 12
Massachusetts RTK: Present
Chemicals Known to the State of California to Cause Reproductive Toxicity:This product does not contain a chemical requiring a warning under California Prop. 65. (See table below)
Components Carcinogen Developmental Toxicity Male ReproductiveToxicity
Female ReproductiveToxicity:
Benzyl Alcohol Not Listed Not Listed Not Listed Not Listed
CERCLA/SARA
Components CERCLA - HazardousSubstances and theirReportable Quantities
Section 302 ExtremelyHazardous
Substances and TPQs
Section 302 ExtremelyHazardous
Substances and RQs
Section 313 -Chemical Category
Section 313 - Reportingde minimis
Benzyl Alcohol None None None None None
U.S. TSCA
Components TSCA Section 5(a)2 - Chemicals With SignificantNew Use Rules (SNURS)
TSCA 8(d) -Health and Safety Reporting
Benzyl Alcohol Not Applicable Not Applicable
Canada
WHMIS hazard class:B3 Combustible liquidD2B Toxic materials
Canada Controlled Products Regulation:This product has been classified according to the hazard criteria of the CPR (Controlled Products Regulation) and the MSDS containsall of the information required by the CPR.
Components WHMIS Ingredient Disclosure List -Benzyl Alcohol 1 %
Inventory
Components Canada (DSL) Canada (NDSL)Benzyl Alcohol Present Not Listed
Components CEPA Schedule I - Toxic Substances CEPA - 2010 Greenhouse Gases Subject to ManditoryReporting
Benzyl Alcohol Not listed Not listed
EU Classification
R-phrase(s)R20/22 - Harmful by inhalation and if swallowed.
S -phrase(s)S 2 - Keep out of the reach of children.S26 - In case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of water and seek medical advice.
Product code: BE158
B3 D2B
Product name: BENZYL ALCOHOL, NF 11 / 12
Benzyl Alcohol
Components Classification Concentration Limits: Safety PhrasesBenzyl Alcohol Xn; R20/22 25%<=C: Xn; R20/22 S2 S26
The product is classified in accordance with Annex VI to Directive 67/548/EEC
Indication of danger:Xn - Harmful.
16. OTHER INFORMATION
Preparation Date: 01/16/2015Revision Date: 1/16/2015Prepared by: Sonia Owen
Disclaimer: All chemicals may pose unknown hazards and should be used with caution. ThisSafety Data Sheet (SDS) applies only to the material as packaged. If this product iscombined with other materials, deteriorates, or becomes contaminated, it may posehazards not mentioned in this SDS. The physical properties reported in this SDS areobtained from the literature and do not constitute product specifications. Informationcontained herein does not constitute a warranty, whether expressed or implied, as tothe safety, merchantability or fitness of the goods for a particular purpose. SpectrumChemicals & Laboratory Products, Inc. assumes no responsibility for results obtainedor for incidental or consequential damages, including lost profits, arising from the useof these data. No warranty against infringement of any patent, copyright or trademarkis made or implied. It shall be the user's responsibility to develop proper methods ofhandling and personal protection based on the actual conditions of use. While thisSDS is based on technical data judged to be reliable, Spectrum assumes noresponsibility for the completeness or accuracy of the information contained herein.
End of Safety Data Sheet
Product code: BE158 Product name: BENZYL ALCOHOL, NF 12 / 12
Benzyl alcohol
alpha-Hydroxytoluene; alpha-Toluenol; Benzal alcohol;Benzenecarbinol; Benzenemethanol; Benzoyl alcohol;Hydroxytoluene; Methanol, phenyl-; Phenolcarbinol;Phenylcarbinol; Phenylmethanol; Phenylmethyl alcohol
Benzyl Alcohol
C6H5CH2OH
Aromatic alcohol or glycol. (Solvent.)
DN3150000
100-51-6
B1092, BE158, B1546
Not applicable.
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Section 1. Chemical Product and Company Identification
Common Name/Trade Name
CatalogNumber(s).
CAS#
RTECS
CI#
Manufacturer
Synonym
Chemical Name
Chemical Family
IN CASE OF EMERGENCYCHEMTREC (24hr) 800-424-9300
Chemical Formula
Supplier
See Section 15.
Commercial Name(s) Not available.
TSCA TSCA 8(b) inventory: Benzylalcohol
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0
Health Hazard
Fire Hazard
Reactivity
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Benzyl alcohol: ORAL (LD50): Acute: 1230 mg/kg [Rat]. 1360 mg/kg [Mouse]. 1040 mg/kg [Rabbit]. DERMAL (LD50): Acute: 2000 mg/kg [Rabbit]. VAPOR (LC50): Acute: 8.8mg/l 4 hours [Rat (LOLI)].
1) Benzyl alcohol 100-51-6 10 100
Toxicological Dataon Ingredients
Name
Section 2.Composition and Information on Ingredients
Exposure Limits
TWA (mg/m3) STEL (mg/m3) CEIL (mg/m3) % by WeightCAS #
Hazardous in case of skin contact (irritant), of eye contact (irritant), of inhalation. Slightly hazardous in caseof skin contact (permeator), of ingestion.
Slightly hazardous in case of skin contact (sensitizer).CARCINOGENIC EFFECTS: Not available.MUTAGENIC EFFECTS: Mutagenic for bacteria and/or yeast.TERATOGENIC EFFECTS: Not available.DEVELOPMENTAL TOXICITY: Not available.The substance may be toxic to liver, central nervous system (CNS).Repeated or prolonged exposure to the substance can produce target organs damage.
Section 3. Hazards Identification
Potential Acute Health Effects
Potential Chronic HealthEffects
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Do NOT induce vomiting unless directed to do so by medical personnel. Never give anything by mouth to anunconscious person. If large quantities of this material are swallowed, call a physician immediately. Loosentight clothing such as a collar, tie, belt or waistband.
Check for and remove any contact lenses. Immediately flush eyes with running water for at least 15 minutes,keeping eyelids open. Cold water may be used. Get medical attention.
In case of contact, immediately flush skin with plenty of water. Cover the irritated skin with an emollient.Remove contaminated clothing and shoes. Cold water may be used.Wash clothing before reuse. Thoroughlyclean shoes before reuse. Get medical attention.
Wash with a disinfectant soap and cover the contaminated skin with an anti-bacterial cream. Seek immediatemedical attention.
If inhaled, remove to fresh air. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen.Get medical attention.
Not available.
Not available.
Section 4. First Aid Measures
Eye Contact
Skin Contact
Serious Skin Contact
Inhalation
Serious Inhalation
Ingestion
Serious Ingestion
436°C (816.8°F)
Combustible.
These products are carbon oxides (CO, CO2).
CLOSED CUP: 93°C (199.4°F). OPEN CUP: 100.56-104.4 4°C (213-220°F) (Cleveland).
Not available.
SMALL FIRE: Use DRY chemical powder.LARGE FIRE: Use water spray, fog or foam. Do not use water jet.
Flammable in presence of open flames and sparks, of heat.
When heated to decomposition it emits acrid smoke and irritating fumes. COMBUSTIBLE.
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.
A mixture of benzyl alcohol with 58% sulfuric acid decomposes explosively at about 180 deg. C.
Section 5. Fire and Explosion Data
Flammability of the Product
Auto-Ignition Temperature
Flash Points
Flammable Limits
Products of Combustion
Fire Hazards in Presence ofVarious Substances
Explosion Hazards in Presenceof Various Substances
Fire Fighting Mediaand Instructions
Special Remarks onFire Hazards
Special Remarks on ExplosionHazards
Dilute with water and mop up, or absorb with an inert dry material and place in an appropriate waste disposalcontainer. Finish cleaning by spreading water on the contaminated surface and dispose of according to localand regional authority requirements.
Combustible material.Keep away from heat. Keep away from sources of ignition. Stop leak if without risk. Finish cleaning byspreading water on the contaminated surface and allow to evacuate through the sanitary system. Be carefulthat the product is not present at a concentration level above TLV. Check TLV on the MSDS and with localauthorities.
Section 6. Accidental Release Measures
Small Spill
Large Spill
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Keep container in a cool, well-ventilated area. Keep container tightly closed and sealed until ready for use.Avoid all possible sources of ignition (spark or flame). Sensitive to light. Store in light-resistant containers.
Keep away from heat. Keep away from sources of ignition. Ground all equipment containing material. Do notingest. Do not breathe gas/fumes/ vapor/spray. Wear suitable protective clothing. In case of insufficientventilation, wear suitable respiratory equipment. If ingested, seek medical advice immediately and show thecontainer or the label. Avoid contact with skin and eyes. Keep away from incompatibles such as oxidizingagents, acids.
Section 7. Handling and Storage
Precautions
Storage
Provide exhaust ventilation or other engineering controls to keep the airborne concentrations of vapors belowtheir respective threshold limit value. Ensure that eyewash stations and safety showers are proximal to thework-station location.
Splash goggles. Lab coat. Gloves. A system of local and/or general exhaust is recommended to keepemployee exposures as low as possible. Local exhaust ventiliation is generally preferred because it cancontrol the emissions of the contaminant at its source, preventing dispersion of it into the general work area.Vapor respirator is recommended if exposure limits are exceeded or if irritation or other symptoms areexperienced. Be sure to use an approved/certified respirator or equivalent.
Splash goggles. Full suit. Vapor respirator. Boots. Gloves. A self contained breathing apparatus should beused to avoid inhalation of the product. Suggested protective clothing might not be sufficient; consult aspecialist BEFORE handling this product.
TWA: 10 from AIHA [United States]TWA: 44.2 (mg/m3) from AIHA [United States]
Consult local authorities for acceptable exposure limits.
Section 8. Exposure Controls/Personal Protection
Engineering Controls
Personal Protection
Personal Protection in Case ofa Large Spill
Exposure Limits
205.3°C (401.5°F)
Liquid.
Not available.
Not available.
-15.2°C (4.6°F)
1.0419 (Water = 1)
3.72 (Air = 1)
0.003 kPa (@ 20°C)
The product is more soluble in oil; log(oil/water) = 1.1
Not available.
See solubility in water, diethyl ether, acetone.
Soluble in diethyl ether, acetone.Partially soluble in cold water.Soluble in ethanol.Solubility in Benzene: > 10%Solubility in Water: 35,000-40,000 mg/l @ 20 deg. C; 42,900 mg/l @ 25 deg. C.
5.5 ppm
441.85°C (827.3°F)
108.14 g/mole
Aromatic. Pleasant. Fruity. (Slight.)
Sharp burning
Colorless. Clear
Section 9. Physical and Chemical Properties
Physical state and appearance Odor
Taste
Color
Molecular Weight
pH (1% soln/water)
Boiling Point
Melting Point
Critical Temperature
Specific Gravity
Vapor Pressure
Vapor Density
Volatility
Odor Threshold
Water/Oil Dist. Coeff.
Ionicity (in Water)
Dispersion Properties
Solubility
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The product is stable.
Non-corrosive in presence of glass.
Reactive with oxidizing agents, acids.
Will attack some plastics.
Benzyl alcohol contaminated with 1.4% hydrogen bromide and 1.2% of dissolved iron (II) polymerizesexothermally above 100 deg. C.Benzyl alcohol can extract and dissolve polystyrene plastic and may attack other plastics.Incompatible with aluminum, iron, steel Sensitive to light.
Not available.
Heat, ignition sources, incompatible materials
Section 10. Stability and Reactivity Data
Stability
Instability Temperature
Conditions of Instability
Incompatibility with varioussubstances
Corrosivity
Special Remarks onReactivity
Special Remarks onCorrosivity
Polymerization Will not occur.
Absorbed through skin. Eye contact.
WARNING: THE LC50 VALUES HEREUNDER ARE ESTIMATED ON THE BASIS OF A 4-HOUREXPOSURE.Acute oral toxicity (LD50): 1040 mg/kg [Rabbit].Acute dermal toxicity (LD50): 2000 mg/kg [Rabbit].Acute toxicity of the vapor (LC50): 8.8mg/l 4 hours [Rat (LOLI)].
Hazardous in case of skin contact (irritant), of inhalation.Slightly hazardous in case of skin contact (permeator), of ingestion.
MUTAGENIC EFFECTS: Mutagenic for bacteria and/or yeast.May cause damage to the following organs: liver, central nervous system (CNS).
Lethal Dose/Conc 50% Kill:LD50[Guinea Pig] - Route: Oral; Dose: 2500 mg/kgLowest Published Lethal Dose/Conc:LDL[Rat] - Route: Inhalation; Dose: 1000 ppm/8H
Acute Potential Health Effects:Skin: Causes skin irritation, redness, pain. It may cause tissue injury. It may be absorbed through the skinwith symptoms similar to that of ingestion.Eyes: Causes eye irritation, redness, pain. May cause eye injury. Eye contact produces immediatesmarting, but there is no permanent injury if exposure is brief.Inhalation: Mist or vapors cause respiratory tract (nose, throat), irritation. Symptoms may include coughing,shortness of breath. It may be absorbed into the blood stream with symtoms similar to ingestion.Ingestion: May be harmful if swallowed. Ingestion of large doses may cause adbominal pain, nausea,vomiting, diarrhea. It may affect behavior/central nervous system and cause headache, somnolence,excitement, dizziness, ataxia, coma, convulsions, and other symptoms of central nervous system depression.It may also affect respiration (paralysis of the respiratory center, respiratory depression, gasping respirations),cardiovascular system (hypotension).Chronic Potential Health Effects:Skin: Prolonged or repeated exposure may cause allergic contact dermatitis.Ingestion: Prolonged or repeated ingestion may affect behavior/central nervous system with symptomssimilar to acute ingestion. It may also affect the liver, kidneys, cardiovascular system, and metabolism(weight loss).
May affect genetic material (mutagenic).May cause adverse reproductive effects based on animal test data. No human data found at this point.
Section 11. Toxicological Information
Routes of Entry
Toxicity to Animals
Chronic Effects on Humans
Other Toxic Effects onHumans
Special Remarks onToxicity to Animals
Special Remarks onChronic Effects on Humans
Special Remarks on otherToxic Effects on Humans
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Ecotoxicity in water (LC50): 770 mg/l 48 hours [Fish (Pimephales promelas (Fatthead minnow))]. 480 mg/l72 hours [Fish (Pimephales promelas (Fatthead minnow))]. 460 mg/l 96 hours [Fish (Pimephales promelas(Fatthead minnow))]. 10 ppm 96 hours [Fish (Lepomis macrochirus (Bluegill sunfish))]. 15 ppm 96 hours[Fish (Menidia beryllina (tidewater silverside fish))].
Not available.
Possibly hazardous short term degradation products are not likely. However, long term degradation productsmay arise.
The products of degradation are less toxic than the product itself.
Not available.
Section 12. Ecological Information
Ecotoxicity
BOD5 and COD
Products of Biodegradation
Toxicity of the Productsof Biodegradation
Special Remarks on theProducts of Biodegradation
Section 13. Disposal Considerations
Waste Disposal Waste must be disposed of in accordance with federal, state and local environmentalcontrol regulations.
DOT Classification Not a DOT controlled material (United States).
Not applicable.
Not applicable.
Section 14. Transport Information
Identification
DOT (Pictograms)
Special Provisions forTransport
OSHA: Hazardous by definition of Hazard Communication Standard (29 CFR 1910.1200).EINECS: This product is on the European Inventory of Existing Commercial Chemical Substances (EINECSNo. 202-859-9).Canada: Listed on Canadian Domestic Substance List (DSL).China: Listed on National Inventory.Japan: Listed on National Inventory (ENCS).Korea: Listed on National Inventory (KECI).Philippines: Listed on National Inventory (PICCS).Australia: Listed on AICS.
CLASS B-3: Combustible liquid with a flash point between 37.8°C (100°F) and 93.3°C(200°F).CLASS D-2B: Material causing other toxic effects (TOXIC).
R20/22- Harmful by inhalation and ifswallowed.
Section 15. Other Regulatory Information and Pictograms
Other Regulations
Other Classifications WHMIS (Canada)
DSCL (EEC)
Federal and StateRegulations
Pennsylvania RTK: Benzyl alcoholMinnesota: Benzyl alcoholMassachusetts RTK: Benzyl alcoholTSCA 8(b) inventory: Benzyl alcohol
CaliforniaProposition 65Warnings
California prop. 65: This product contains the following ingredients for which the State of California hasfound to cause cancer which would require a warning under the statute: No products were found.
California prop. 65: This product contains the following ingredients for which the State of California hasfound to cause birth defects which would require a warning under the statute: No products were found.
S26- In case of contact with eyes, rinseimmediately with plenty of water and seekmedical advice.
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HMIS (U.S.A.) Health Hazard
Fire Hazard
Reactivity
National Fire ProtectionAssociation (U.S.A.)
Personal Protection
Health
Flammability
Reactivity
Specific hazard
WHMIS (Canada)(Pictograms)
DSCL (Europe)(Pictograms)
TDG (Canada)(Pictograms)
ADR (Europe)(Pictograms)
Protective Equipment
Vapor respirator. Be sure to use anapproved/certified respirator orequivalent. Wear appropriaterespirator when ventilation isinadequate.
Lab coat.
Splash goggles.
Gloves.
Major Uses:Perfumes and flavors; photographic developer for color movie films; dyeing nylon filament, textiles, and sheetplastics; solvent for dyestuffs, cellulose esters, casein, waxes, etc.; heat-sealing polyethylene films; intermediate forbenzyl esters and ethers; bacteriostat; cosmetics, ointments, emulsions; ball point pen inks; stencil inks.
Not available.
Other SpecialConsiderations
References
Section 16. Other Information
MSDS Code B3450
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All chemicals may pose unknown hazards and should be used with caution. This Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) applies only to the material as packaged. If this product iscombined with other materials, deteriorates, or becomes contaminated, it may pose hazards not mentioned in this MSDS. It shall be the user's responsibility to develop propermethods of handling and personal protection based on the actual conditions of use. While this MSDS is based on technical data judged to be reliable, Spectrum Quality Products,Inc. assumes no responsibility for the completeness or accuracy of the information contained herein.
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Verified by Sonia Owen.
Printed 12/19/2011.
Validated by Sonia Owen on 12/19/2011.
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