Note: Ingredients listed on restricted chemical lists
EC/CAS
65-85-0
Name of the chemical
Benzoic acid
Concentration
>= 80 - <= 100
General Information
Version
8.7
Revision date
2026-08-05
Product name
Benzoic acid
CAS No.
65-85-0
1.2.1 Relevant identified uses
Laboratory chemicals, Synthesis of substances
1.2.2. Uses advised against
The product is being supplied under the TSCA R&D Exemption
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Company Information
company name
Sigma-Aldrich Inc
GHS Information
Signal word
Danger
Hazard Codes
Hazard statements (CLP)
H315, H318, H372, H402
Hazard statements
Code
Statements
H315
Causes skin irritation
Section 2
SECTION 2: Hazards identification
Other hazards
None known
Signal word
Danger
Hazard statements
H315 Causes skin irritation. H318 Causes serious eye damage. H372 Causes damage to organs (Lungs) through prolonged or repeated exposure if inhaled. H402 Harmful to aquatic life.
Prevention
P260 Do not breathe dust. P264 Wash skin thoroughly after handling. P270 Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product. P273 Avoid release to the environment. P280 Wear protective gloves/ eye protection/ face protection.
Response
P302 + P352 IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of water. P305 + P351 + P338 + P310 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. P314 Get medical advice/ attention if you feel unwell. P332 + P313 If skin irritation occurs: Get medical advice/ attention.
Disposal
P501 Dispose of contents/ container to an approved waste disposal plant.
2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture
(29 CFR 1910.1200) Hazards for the product as supplied Skin irritation : Category 2 Serious eye damage : Category 1 Specific target organ : Category 1 (Lungs) toxicity - repeated exposure (Inhalation) Short-term (acute) : Category 3 aquatic hazard Other hazards
