Note: Ingredients listed on restricted chemical lists
EC/CAS
71-43-2
Name of the chemical
Benzol
Concentration
N/A
General Information
Revision date
2014-05-23
Product name
Benzene
Product Synonyms
benzol; cyclohexatriene; phenyl hydride; phene; coal naphtha; pyrobenzol
CAS No.
71-43-2
1.2.1 Relevant identified uses
This product is intended for use as a refinery feedstock, fuel or for use in engineered processes Use in other applications may result in higher exposures and require additional controls, such as local exhaust ventilation and personal protective equipment
Emergency telephone
866-565-5220
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Company Information
company name
valero marketing & supply company
e-mail address of the competent person responsible for the Safety Data Sheet
CorpHSE@valero.com
GHS Information
Signal word
Danger
Section 2
Physical hazards
Flammable liquids Category 2
Health hazards
Skin corrosion/irritation Category 2 Serious eye damage/eye irritation Category 2 Germ cell mutagenicity Category 1B Carcinogenicity Category 1A Specific target organ toxicity, repeated Category 1 exposure
Aspiration hazard
Category 1 OSHA defined hazards Not classified.
Signal word
Danger
Hazard statements
Causes serious eye irritation. May cause cancer. Causes damage to organs (blood, liver, kidney) through prolonged or repeated exposure.
Prevention
Keep away from heat/sparks/open flames/hot surfaces. - No smoking. Keep container tightly closed. Ground/bond container and receiving equipment. Use only non-sparking tools. Take precautionary measures against static discharges. Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection. Wash thoroughly after handling. Obtain special instructions before use. Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood. Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapors/spray. Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area.
Response
If on skin (or hair): Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water/shower. If skin irritation occurs: Get medical advice/attention. Take off contaminated clothing and wash before reuse. If exposed or concerned Get medical advice/attention. If in eyes Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. If eye irritation persists, get medical advice/attention. If inhaled: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing. Call a poison center/doctor if you feel unwell. If swallowed: Immediately call a poison center/doctor. Do not induce vomiting.
Storage
Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep cool. Keep container tightly closed. Store locked up.
Disposal
Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local/regional/national/international regulations. Hazard(s) not otherwise None known.
