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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


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


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


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


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.


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


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


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


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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Material Safety Data SheetNFPA HMIS Personal Protective Equipment

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

2

2

0

Health Hazard

Fire Hazard

Reactivity

Page Number: 1

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

Continued on Next Page

Benzyl alcohol Page Number: 2

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



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



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



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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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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