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EC/CAS
100-51-6
Name of the chemical
Benzyl Alcohol
Concentration
>95
General Information
Version
5
Revision date
2025-06-18
Product name
Benzyl alcohol
Product Synonyms
Phenylmethanol
CAS No.
100-51-6
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Company Information
company name
Fisher Scientific UK
GHS Information
Signal word
Warning
Section 2
SECTION 2: Hazards identification
This chemical is considered hazardous by the 2012 OSHA Hazard Communication Standard (29 CFR 1910.1200) Classification
Signal word
Warning Hazard Statements Harmful if swallowed May cause an allergic skin reaction Causes serious eye irritation
Prevention
Wash face, hands and any exposed skin thoroughly after handling Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapors/spray Contaminated work clothing should not be allowed out of the workplace Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection Skin IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of soap and water If skin irritation or rash occurs: Get medical advice/attention Wash contaminated clothing before reuse Eyes IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing If eye irritation persists: Get medical advice/attention Ingestion IF SWALLOWED: Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician if you feel unwell Rinse mouth
Disposal
Dispose of contents/container to an approved waste disposal plant
2.3 Other hazards
None identified
2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture
This chemical is considered hazardous by the 2012 OSHA Hazard Communication Standard (29 CFR 1910.1200) Acute oral toxicity Category 4 Serious Eye Damage/Eye Irritation Category 2 Skin Sensitization
