Material Safety Data Sheet
Prod. No. 18187; BENZIL
Issue Date (01-01-94)
Section 1: Product and Company Identification
Product Name: Benzil
Formula: C14H10O2
Company Name
Ted Pella, Inc. and PELCO International, P.O. Box 492477, Redding, CA 96049-2477
Domestic Phone (800) 237-3526 (Mon-Thu. 6:00AM to 4:30PM PST; Fri 6:00AM to 4:00PM PST)
International Phone (01) (530) 243-2200 (Mon-Thu. 6:00AM to 4:30PM PST; Fri 6:00AM to 4:00PM PST)
Chemtrec Emergency Number 1-800-424-9300 24 hrs a day.
Section 2 Physical Data:
Boiling Point: 656°F
Vapor Pressure: 1mm Hg @ 128.4�C
Vapor Density: ND
Solubility in water: Insoluble
Appearance and Odor: Yellow solid
% Volatile by volume: Nil
Evaporation Rate (Butyl Acetate=1): ND
Specific Gravity: 1.23
Melting Point: 94 - 95�C.
Section 3 Fire and Explosion Hazard Data:
Flash Point: ND
Flammable Limits: Lower Explosive Limit: ND Upper Explosive Limit: ND
Extinguishing Media: Water, CO2, dry chemical powder, foam
Special Fire Fighting Procedures: Firefighters must wear self-contained breathing apparatus and fully protective equipment.
Unusual Fire and Explosion Hazards: NE
Section 4 Health Hazard Data:
Primary Routes of Entry: Inhalation, skin, ingestion.
Health Hazards (acute and chronic): IRRITANT.
Medical Conditions Generally Aggravated by Exposure: NE
Signs and Symptoms of Exposure: Irritating to eyes, skin, mucous membranes and upper respiratory tract.
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OSHA/TLV |
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CAS# |
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TWA(ppm,mg/M3) |
STEL(ppm,mg/M3) |
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Benzil
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134-81-6
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NE
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NE
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Section 5 Emergency First Aid Procedures:
Skin Contact: Wash affected area with copious amounts of water.
Eye Contact: Flush eyes with water for at least 15 minutes.
Inhalation: Remove to fresh air. Give oxygen or artificial respiration, as needed.
Ingestion: Drink 1 or 2 glasses of water. Call physician.
Seek medical treatment if discomfort persists.
Section 6 Reactivity Data:
Stability: Stable
Conditions to Avoid: NE
Incompatibly: Strong oxidizing agents.
Hazardous Decomposition Products: Carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide
Hazardous Polymerization: Will not occur
Section 7 Spill or Leak Procedures:
Steps to be Taken in Case Material is Released or Spilled: Wear self-contained breathing apparatus, rubber boots and gloves. Sweep up. Do not raise dust. Wash and ventilate spill site after pickup is complete.
Waste Disposal Method: Mix waste with a combustible carrier and burn in a suitably equipped chemical incinerator.
Disposal must comply with Federal, state and local regulations.
Section 8 Special Protection Information:
Respiratory Protection: OSHA/MHSA approved respirator
Ventilation: Mechanical
Protective Gloves: Rubber
Eye Protection: Safety goggles
Other Protective Equipment: Safety shower and eye bath
Section 9 Special Precautions:
Precautions to be taken in Handling and Storage: Store material at room temperature. Keep storage container tightly closed. Avoid prolonged or frequent exposure. Wash thoroughly after handling.
NA= Not applicable; ND= Not determined; NE= Not established
Ted Pella, Inc. makes no warranty of any kind regarding the information furnished herein. Users should independently determine the suitability and completeness of information from all sources. While this data is presented in good faith and believed to be accurate, it should be considered only as a supplement to other information gathered by the user. It is the User's responsibility to assure the proper use and disposal of these materials as well as the safety and health of all personnel who may work with or otherwise come in contact with these materials
