Note: Ingredients listed on restricted chemical lists
EC/CAS
98-95-3
Name of the chemical
Nitrobenzene
Concentration
>= 60 - <= 100
General Information
Version
8.13
Revision date
2025-05-19
Product name
Nitrobenzene for synthesis
CAS No.
98-95-3
1.2.1 Relevant identified uses
Intermediate for use under strictly controlled conditions, Chemi- cal production
Emergency telephone
+60 3- 9212 5794
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Company Information
company name
Merck Sdn. Bhd
GHS Information
Signal word
Danger
Hazard Codes
Hazard statements (CLP)
H301+H311+H331, H351, H360F, H372, H412
Hazard statements
Code
Statements
H301+H311+H331
Toxic if swallowed, in contact with skin or if inhaled
Section 2
SECTION 2: Hazards identification
2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture
Acute toxicity (Oral) : Category 3 Acute toxicity (Inhalation) : Category 3 Acute toxicity (Dermal) : Category 3 Carcinogenicity : Category 2 Reproductive toxicity : Category 1B Specific target organ tox- icity - repeated exposure : Category 1 (Blood) Hazardous to the aquatic : Category 3
Environmental hazards
- chronic hazard
Signal word
Danger
Hazard statements
H301 + H311 + H331 Toxic if swallowed, in contact with skin or if inhaled. H351 Suspected of causing cancer. H360F May damage fertility. H372 Causes damage to organs (Blood) through pro- longed or repeated exposure. H412 Harmful to aquatic life with long lasting effects.
Prevention
P201 Obtain special instructions before use. P202 Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood. P260 Do not breathe mist or vapours. P264 Wash skin thoroughly after handling. P270 Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this prod- uct. P271 Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area. P273 Avoid release to the environment. P280 Wear protective gloves/ protective clothing. P281 Use personal protective equipment as required.
Response
P301 + P310 + P330 IF SWALLOWED: Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/ physician. Rinse mouth. P302 + P352 + P312 IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of soap and water. Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/ phy- sician if you feel unwell. P304 + P340 + P311 IF INHALED: Remove victim to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing. Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/ physician. P308 + P313 IF exposed or concerned: Get medical advice/ attention. P361 Remove/ Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. P363 Wash contaminated clothing before reuse.
Storage
P403 + P233 Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed. P405 Store locked up.
Disposal
P501 Dispose of contents/ container to an approved waste disposal plant.
Other hazards which do not result in classification
None known. SECTION 3: Composition and information of the ingredients of the hazardous chemical
