Note: Ingredients listed on restricted chemical lists
EC/CAS
100-51-6
Name of the chemical
Benzyl Alcohol
Concentration
N/A
General Information
Version
6.10
Revision date
2025-07-23
Product name
Benzyl alcohol
CAS No.
100-51-6
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
Emergency telephone
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Company Information
company name
Sigma-Aldrich Inc
GHS Information
Signal word
Warning
Hazard Codes
Hazard statements (CLP)
H302+H332, H317, H319
Hazard statements
Code
Statements
H302+H332
Harmful if swallowed or if inhaled
Section 2
SECTION 2: Hazards identification
Other hazards
None known
Signal word
Warning
Hazard statements
H302 + H332 Harmful if swallowed or if inhaled. H317 May cause an allergic skin reaction. H319 Causes serious eye irritation.
Prevention
P261 Avoid breathing mist or vapours. P264 Wash skin thoroughly after handling. P270 Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product. P271 Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area. P272 Contaminated work clothing must not be allowed out of the workplace. P280 Wear protective gloves/ eye protection/ face protection.
Response
P301 + P312 + P330 IF SWALLOWED: Call a POISON CENTER/ doctor if you feel unwell. Rinse mouth. P302 + P352 IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of water. P304 + P340 + P312 IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing. Call a POISON CENTER/ doctor if you feel unwell. P305 + P351 + P338 IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. P333 + P313 If skin irritation or rash occurs: Get medical advice/ attention. P337 + P313 If eye irritation persists: 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) Acute toxicity (Oral) : Category 4 Acute toxicity : Category 4 (Inhalation) Eye irritation : Category 2A Skin sensitisation : Sub-category 1B Other hazards
