ICSC 0102 - BENZALDEHYDE

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BENZALDEHYDE	ICSC: 0102 (April 2006)
Benzoic aldehyde Artificial almond oil Benzenecarbonal

CAS #: 100-52-7

UN #: 1990

EC Number: 202-860-4

	ACUTE HAZARDS	PREVENTION	FIRE FIGHTING
FIRE & EXPLOSION	Combustible. Gives off irritating or toxic fumes (or gases) in a fire. Above 63°C explosive vapour/air mixtures may be formed.	NO open flames. Above 63°C use a closed system and ventilation.	Use water spray, foam, powder, carbon dioxide.


	SYMPTOMS	PREVENTION	FIRST AID
Inhalation	Cough. Sore throat.	Use ventilation, local exhaust or breathing protection.	Fresh air, rest.
Skin	Redness.	Protective gloves. Protective clothing.	Remove contaminated clothes. Rinse skin with plenty of water or shower.
Eyes	Redness. Pain.	Wear safety spectacles or face shield.	First rinse with plenty of water for several minutes (remove contact lenses if easily possible), then refer for medical attention.
Ingestion	Sore throat.	Do not eat, drink, or smoke during work.	Rinse mouth. Rest.

SPILLAGE DISPOSAL	CLASSIFICATION & LABELLING
Personal protection: filter respirator for organic gases and vapours adapted to the airborne concentration of the substance. Do NOT let this chemical enter the environment. Collect leaking and spilled liquid in sealable containers as far as possible. Absorb remaining liquid in sand or inert absorbent. Then store and dispose of according to local regulations.	According to UN GHS Criteria WARNING Flammable liquid and vapour Harmful if swallowed or in contact with skin Toxic to aquatic life Transportation UN Classification UN Hazard Class: 9; UN Pack Group: III
STORAGE
Separated from incompatible materials. See Chemical Dangers. Well closed. Ventilation along the floor. Cool. Store in an area without drain or sewer access. Keep in the dark.
PACKAGING

BENZALDEHYDE

ICSC: 0102

PHYSICAL & CHEMICAL INFORMATION
Physical State; Appearance COLOURLESS-TO-YELLOW LIQUID WITH CHARACTERISTIC ODOUR. Physical dangers Chemical dangers The substance can form explosive peroxides under special conditions. Reacts violently with aluminium, bases, iron, oxidants and phenol. This generates fire and explosion hazard.	Formula: C₇H₆O / C₆H₅CHO Molecular mass: 106.1 Boiling point: 179°C Melting point: -26°C Relative density (water = 1): 1.05 Solubility in water at 25°C: poor Vapour pressure, Pa at 26°C: 133 Relative vapour density (air = 1): 3.7 Flash point: 63°C c.c. Auto-ignition temperature: 192°C Explosive limits, vol% in air: 1.4 Octanol/water partition coefficient as log Pow: 1.48

PHYSICAL & CHEMICAL INFORMATION

Physical State; Appearance
COLOURLESS-TO-YELLOW LIQUID WITH CHARACTERISTIC ODOUR.

Physical dangers

Chemical dangers
The substance can form explosive peroxides under special conditions. Reacts violently with aluminium, bases, iron, oxidants and phenol. This generates fire and explosion hazard.

Formula: C₇H₆O / C₆H₅CHO
Molecular mass: 106.1
Boiling point: 179°C
Melting point: -26°C
Relative density (water = 1): 1.05
Solubility in water at 25°C: poor
Vapour pressure, Pa at 26°C: 133
Relative vapour density (air = 1): 3.7
Flash point: 63°C c.c.
Auto-ignition temperature: 192°C
Explosive limits, vol% in air: 1.4
Octanol/water partition coefficient as log Pow: 1.48

EXPOSURE & HEALTH EFFECTS
Routes of exposure The substance can be absorbed into the body by inhalation of its vapour, through the skin and by ingestion. Effects of short-term exposure The substance is irritating to the eyes.	Inhalation risk No indication can be given about the rate at which a harmful concentration of this substance in the air is reached on evaporation at 20°C. Effects of long-term or repeated exposure

EXPOSURE & HEALTH EFFECTS

Routes of exposure
The substance can be absorbed into the body by inhalation of its vapour, through the skin and by ingestion.

Effects of short-term exposure
The substance is irritating to the eyes.

Inhalation risk
No indication can be given about the rate at which a harmful concentration of this substance in the air is reached on evaporation at 20°C.

Effects of long-term or repeated exposure

OCCUPATIONAL EXPOSURE LIMITS

ENVIRONMENT
The substance is harmful to aquatic organisms.

NOTES
Rinse contaminated clothing with plenty of water because of fire hazard. Check for peroxides prior to distillation; eliminate if found.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

EC Classification
Symbol: Xn; R: 22; S: (2)-24

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