General Information
Product name
C6H6 IN
1.2.1 Relevant identified uses
and skin
Icons in SDS
Section 2
R-phrase(s)
R20/21/22 Harmful by inhalation, in contact with skin and if swallowed. R37/38 Irritating to respiratory system and skin.
S-phrase(s)
S36/37 Wear suitable protective clothing and gloves
2.3 Other hazards
none 4.1 Description of first aid measures General Advice Consult a physician. Show this safety data sheet to the doctor in attendance. If inhaled If breathed in, move person into fresh air. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. Consult a physician. In case of skin contact Wash off with soap and plenty of water. Consult a physician. In case of eye contact Rinse thoroughly with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes and consult a physician. If swallowed Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. Rinse mouth with water. Consult a physician. 4.2 Most Important symptoms & efforts, both acute and delayed The most important known symptoms and effects are described in the labelling (see section 3.2) and/or in section 1 4.3 Indication of any immediate medical attention and special treatment needed No data available 5.1 Extinguishing Media: Use water spray, alcohol-resistant foam, dry chemical or carbon dioxide. 5.2 Special hazards arising from the substance or mixture Hydrogen Iodide, Potassium oxides. 5.3 Advice for firefighters Wear self contained breathing apparatus for fighting if necessary.
Further information
No data available. 6.1 Personal precautions, protective equipment and emergency procedures Use personal protective equipment. Avoid dust formation. Avoid breathing vapors, mist or gas. Ensure adequate ventilation. Avoid breathing dust. For personal protection see section 8. 6.2 Environmental precautions Do not let product enter drains. 6.3 Methods and materials for containment and cleaning up Soak up with inert absorbent material and dispose of as hazardous waste. Keep in suitable, closed containers for disposal. 6.4 Reference to other sections For disposal see section 13. 7.1 Precautions for safe Handling Avoid contact with skin and eyes. Avoid formation of dust and aerosols. Provide appropriate exhaust ventilation at places where dust is formed. 7.2 Conditions for safe Storage, including any incompatibilities Store in cool place. Keep container tightly closed in a dry and well-ventilated place. Containers which are opened must be carefully resealed and kept upright to prevent leakage. Recommended storage temperature: 2 - 8 °C Light sensitive. 7.3 Specific end uses no data available 8.1 Control parameters Components with workplace control Parameters. 8.2 Exposure Controls Appropriate engineering controls Handle in accordance with good industrial hygiene and safety practice. Wash hands before breaks and at the end of workday. Personal protective equipment Eye/face protection Face shield and safety glasses Use equipment for eye protection tested and approved under appropriate government standards such as NIOSH (US) or EN 166(EU). Skin protection Handle with gloves. Gloves must be inspected prior to use. Use proper glove removal technique (without touching glove's outer surface) to avoid skin contact with this product. Dispose of contaminated gloves after use in accordance with applicable laws and good laboratory practices. Wash and dry hands. The selected protective gloves have to satisfy the specifications of EU Directive 89/686/EEC and the standard EN 374 derived from it. Body Protection Complete suit protecting against chemicals, The type of protective equipment must be selected according to the concentration and amount of the dangerous substance at the specific workplace. Respiratory protection Where risk assessment shows air-purifying respirators are appropriate use a full-face respirator with multi-purpose combination (US) or type ABEK (EN 14387) respirator cartridges as a backupto engineering controls. If the respirator is the sole means of protection, use a full-face supplied air respirator. Use respirators and components tested and approved under appropriate government standards such as NIOSH (US) or CEN (EU). 9.1 Information on Basic physical & chemical properties
Appearance/Odor
Form: clear, liquid no data available c) Odor Threshold no data available d) pH no data available e) Melting point/freezing Melting point/range: 21 - 24 °C - lit Point f) Initial boiling point and 145 - 146 °C at 20 hPa - lit. Boiling range g) Flash point no data available h) Evaporation rate no data available i) Flammability (solid, gas) no data available j) Upper/lower no data available Flammability or explosive limits k) Vapor pressure no data available l) Vapor density no data available m) Relative density 1,821 g/cm3 at 25 °C n) Water solubility no data available o) Partition coefficient: n-octanol /water no data available p) Auto ignition no data available Temperature q) Decomposition no data available Temperature r) Viscosity no data available s) Explosive properties no data available t) Oxidizing properties no data available