ICSC 0390 - BENZYL BENZOATE

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BENZYL BENZOATE	ICSC: 0390 (July 1997)
Benzoic acid, phenylmethyl ester Benzyl benzenecarboxylate

CAS #: 120-51-4

EC Number: 204-402-9

	ACUTE HAZARDS	PREVENTION	FIRE FIGHTING
FIRE & EXPLOSION	Combustible.	NO open flames.	Use water spray, powder, foam, carbon dioxide.


	SYMPTOMS	PREVENTION	FIRST AID
Inhalation	Cough. Sore throat.		Fresh air, rest. Artificial respiration may be needed. Refer for medical attention.
Skin	MAY BE ABSORBED! Dry skin. Redness.	Protective gloves. Protective clothing.	Remove contaminated clothes. Rinse skin with plenty of water or shower.
Eyes	Redness.	Wear safety goggles.	First rinse with plenty of water for several minutes (remove contact lenses if easily possible), then refer for medical attention.
Ingestion		Do not eat, drink, or smoke during work.

SPILLAGE DISPOSAL	CLASSIFICATION & LABELLING
Personal protection: particulate filter respirator adapted to the airborne concentration of the substance. Collect leaking liquid in sealable containers. Absorb remaining liquid in sand or inert absorbent. Sweep spilled substance into covered containers. If appropriate, moisten first to prevent dusting. Carefully collect remainder. Then store and dispose of according to local regulations.	According to UN GHS Criteria Transportation UN Classification
STORAGE
Ventilation along the floor.
PACKAGING

BENZYL BENZOATE

ICSC: 0390

PHYSICAL & CHEMICAL INFORMATION
Physical State; Appearance COLOURLESS LIQUID OR WHITE SOLID WITH CHARACTERISTIC ODOUR. Physical dangers The vapour is heavier than air. Chemical dangers On combustion, forms toxic and irritating fumes.	Formula: C₁₄H₁₂O₂ Molecular mass: 212.2 Boiling point: 324°C Melting point: 21°C Relative density (water = 1): 1.1 Solubility in water: none Relative vapour density (air = 1): 7.3 Flash point: 148°C Auto-ignition temperature: 480°C Octanol/water partition coefficient as log Pow: 3.97

PHYSICAL & CHEMICAL INFORMATION

Physical State; Appearance
COLOURLESS LIQUID OR WHITE SOLID WITH CHARACTERISTIC ODOUR.

Physical dangers
The vapour is heavier than air.

Chemical dangers
On combustion, forms toxic and irritating fumes.

Formula: C₁₄H₁₂O₂
Molecular mass: 212.2
Boiling point: 324°C
Melting point: 21°C
Relative density (water = 1): 1.1
Solubility in water: none
Relative vapour density (air = 1): 7.3
Flash point: 148°C
Auto-ignition temperature: 480°C
Octanol/water partition coefficient as log Pow: 3.97

EXPOSURE & HEALTH EFFECTS
Routes of exposure The substance can be absorbed into the body by inhalation of its aerosol, through the skin and by ingestion. Effects of short-term exposure The substance is irritating to the eyes, skin and respiratory tract.	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 Repeated or prolonged contact with skin may cause dermatitis.

EXPOSURE & HEALTH EFFECTS

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

Effects of short-term exposure
The substance is irritating to the eyes, skin and respiratory tract.

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
Repeated or prolonged contact with skin may cause dermatitis.

OCCUPATIONAL EXPOSURE LIMITS

ENVIRONMENT
Avoid release to the environment in circumstances different to normal use.

NOTES

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

EC Classification
Symbol: Xn; R: 22; S: (2)-25

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