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EC/CAS
65-85-0
Name of the chemical
Benzoic acid
Concentration
N/A
General Information
Revision date
2018-01-17
Product name
Benzoic acid
Product Synonyms
Benzenecarboxylic acid; Benzenemethanoic acid; Phenylcarboxylic acid; Phenylformic acid; Benzeneformic acid; Carboxybenzene
CAS No.
65-85-0
Manufacturer Name
Fisher Scientific
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Company Information
company name
Fisher Scientific
GHS Information
Signal word
Danger
Section 2
2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture
WHMIS 2015 Classification Classified as hazardous under the Hazardous Products Regulations (SOR/2015-17) Skin Corrosion/irritation Category 2 Serious Eye Damage/Eye Irritation Category 1 Specific target organ toxicity - (repeated exposure) Category 1 Target Organs - Lungs. Combustible Dusts Category 1
Signal word
Danger
Hazard statements
May form combustible dust concentrations in air Causes skin irritation Causes serious eye damage Causes damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure
Prevention
Keep container tightly closed Keep away from heat, hot surfaces, sparks, open flames and other ignition sources. No smoking Do not breathe dust/fumes/gas/mist/vapours/spray Wash face, hands and any exposed skin thoroughly after handling Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection
Response
In case of major fire and large quantities: Evacuate area. Fight fire remotely due to the risk of explosion IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of soap and water IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing Immediately call a POISON CENTER/doctor Take off contaminated clothing
Storage
Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed
Disposal
Dispose of contents/container to an approved waste disposal plant
