Note: Ingredients listed on restricted chemical lists
EC/CAS
131-56-6
Name of the chemical
2,4-Dihydroxybenzophenone
Concentration
>95
General Information
Version
3
Revision date
2025-12-30
Product name
2,4-Dihydroxybenzophenone
Product Synonyms
Benzoresorcinol
CAS No.
131-56-6
1.2.2. Uses advised against
This product does not contain any substance(s) on the Illicit Drug Precursors/Reagents list This product does not contain any substance(s) subject to Prohibition, Authorization or Restriction. This product does not contain any substance(s) listed on the voluntary National Code of Practice for Chemicals of Security Concern
Emergency telephone
+613 9757 4559
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Company Information
company name
ThermoFisher Scientific Australia Pty Ltd
e-mail address of the competent person responsible for the Safety Data Sheet
ANZinfo@thermofisher.com
GHS Information
Signal word
Danger
Hazard Codes
Hazard statements (CLP)
H319, H361, H411
Hazard statements
Code
Statements
H319
Causes serious eye irritation
Section 2
SECTION 2: Hazards identification
Classified as hazardous according to criteria of Safe Work Australia. Classification under Safe Work Australia
Physical hazards
No hazards identified
Health hazards
Serious Eye Damage/Eye Irritation Category 2 Reproductive Toxicity Category 2 Exclamation Mark
Environmental hazards
Chronic aquatic toxicity Category 2 Label Elements
Signal word
Danger Hazard Statements H319 - Causes serious eye irritation H361 - Suspected of damaging fertility or the unborn child H411 - Toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects
Precautionary statements
P201 - Obtain special instructions before use P202 - Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood P264 - Wash face, hands and any exposed skin thoroughly after handling P280 - Wear eye protection/ face protection P305 + P351 + P338 - IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing P308 + P313 - IF exposed or concerned: Get medical advice/attention P403 - Store in a well-ventilated place P501 - Dispose of contents/ container to an approved waste disposal plant
Further information
Contains a known or suspected endocrine disruptor Contains a substance on the National Authorities Endocrine Disruptor Lists
2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture
Classified as hazardous according to criteria of Safe Work Australia Physical hazards No hazards identified Health hazards Serious Eye Damage/Eye Irritation Category 2 Reproductive Toxicity Category 2 Environmental hazards Chronic aquatic toxicity
