BENZENE

Hazard statements (CLP)

H225, H304, H315, H319, H335, H336, H340, H350, H372

Code

Statements

H225

Highly Flammable liquid and vapour

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

GHS Classification Emergency Overview Appearance Clear liquid. Colour Clear and colourless Odour Sweetish aromatic.

Aspiration hazard

Category 1

Signal word

Danger

Hazard statements

Highly flammable liquid and vapour. May be fatal if swallowed and enters airways. Causes skin irritation. Causes serious eye irritation. May cause respiratory irritation. May cause drowsiness or dizziness. May cause genetic defects. May cause cancer. Causes damage to organs (Immune system, Blood) through prolonged or repeated exposure.

Prevention

Obtain special instructions before use. Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood. Keep away from heat, hot surfaces, sparks, open flames and other ignition sources. No smoking. Keep container tightly closed. Ground and bond container and receiving equipment. Use explosion-proof electrical/ ventilating/ lighting/ equipment. Use non-sparking tools. Take action to prevent static discharges. Do not breathe dust/ fume/ gas/ mist/ vapours/ spray. Wash skin thoroughly after handling. Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product. Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area. Wear protective gloves/ protective clothing/ eye protection/ face protection.

Response

IF SWALLOWED: Immediately call a POISON CENTER/doctor. IF ON SKIN (or hair): Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water. IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing. Call a POISON CENTER/doctor if you feel unwell. IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. IF exposed or concerned: Get medical advice/ attention. Do NOT induce vomiting. If skin irritation occurs: Get medical advice/ attention. If eye irritation persists: Get medical advice/ attention. Take off contaminated clothing and wash it before reuse. In case of fire: Use dry sand, dry chemical or alcohol-resistant foam to extinguish.

Storage

Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed. Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep cool. Store locked up.

Disposal

Dispose of contents/ container to an approved waste disposal plant.

Principle Routes of Exposure

Eye contact Ingestion Inhalation Skin contact Inhalation : Inhalation may cause central nervous system effects. May cause respiratory tract irritation. Skin Eyes Ingestion : Causes skin irritation. : Causes eye irritation. : Harmful if swallowed. Ingestion may cause gastrointestinal irritation, nausea, vomit- ing and diarrhoea. Aspiration hazard if swallowed - can enter lungs and cause damage. Chronic Exposure : Chronic exposure to benzene may result in increased risk of leukemia and other blood disorders.

Medical Conditions Generally Aggravated by Exposure

None known.

Other hazards

None known. IARC Group 1: Carcinogenic to humans Benzene 71-43-2 ACGIH Confirmed human carcinogen Benzene 71-43-2