General Information
Revision date
2018-03-13
Product name
Ethyl 4-aminobenzoate
Product Synonyms
Benzocaine; 4-Aminobenzoic acid ethyl ester
CAS No.
94-09-7
Emergency telephone
During normal business hours (Monday-Friday, 8am-7pm EST), call (800) 343-0660
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Company Information
company name
thermo fisher scientific
e-mail address of the competent person responsible for the Safety Data Sheet
tech@alfa.com
GHS Information
Signal word
Warning
Section 2
2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture
WHMIS 2015 Classification Classified as hazardous under the Hazardous Products Regulations (SOR/2015-17) Skin Corrosion/irritation Category 2 Serious Eye Damage/Eye Irritation Category 2 Skin Sensitization Category 1
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Warning
Hazard statements
Causes skin irritation May cause an allergic skin reaction Causes serious eye irritation
Prevention
Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapors/spray Wash face, hands and any exposed skin thoroughly after handling Contaminated work clothing should not be allowed out of the workplace Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection
Response
IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of soap and water IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing If skin irritation or rash occurs: Get medical advice/attention If eye irritation persists: Get medical advice/attention Take off contaminated clothing
Disposal
Dispose of contents/container to an approved waste disposal plant