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Product Name: Benzophenone
Chemical Formula: C13H10O
CAS Number: 119-61-9
Recommended Uses: Intermediate for UV-curing resins, fragrances, pharmaceuticals, and laboratory chemicals
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GHS Classification: Acute toxicity (oral) Category 4, Skin irritation Category 2, Eye irritation Category 2A, Specific target organ toxicity-single exposure Category 3
Signal Word: Warning
Hazard Statements: Harmful if swallowed, causes skin irritation, causes serious eye irritation, may cause respiratory irritation
Pictograms: Exclamation mark symbol
Precautionary Statements: Avoid breathing dust, wash hands thoroughly after handling, use only outdoors or in well-ventilated area, wear protective gloves and eye protection
Potential Health Effects: Inhalation causes nose and throat irritation, skin contact results in redness or dryness, accidental swallowing leads to nausea or vomiting, repeated exposure may trigger dermatitis
NFPA Rating: Health: 2, Flammability: 1, Reactivity: 0, Special: None
Chemical Name: Benzophenone
CAS Number: 119-61-9
Concentration: ≥99%
Other Ingredients: Trace impurities not contributing to classification
Inhalation: Move person to fresh air, monitor for respiratory distress, seek medical attention for persistent symptoms
Skin Contact: Remove contaminated clothing, wash exposed skin with plenty of water and soap, consult a physician for persistent irritation
Eye Contact: Rinse immediately with running water for at least 15 minutes, remove contacts if present and easy to do, call a doctor if irritation continues
Ingestion: Rinse mouth with water, avoid inducing vomiting, call medical support immediately if large quantities are swallowed
Key Symptoms: Eye watering, skin redness, nausea, dry throat
Medical Attention: Provide product label or safety sheet to healthcare provider
Suitable Extinguishing Media: Dry chemical, CO2, foam, water spray
Specific Hazards: Combustion forms hazardous gases including carbon oxides
Protective Equipment: Wear full fire-fighting gear including self-contained breathing apparatus
Advice for Firefighters: Approach from upwind, use water to cool exposed containers, avoid inhalation of fumes
Explosion Hazard: Dust accumulation can form explosive mixtures in air, keep away from ignition sources
Personal Precautions: Use personal protective equipment, avoid breathing dust, ventilate area
Environmental Precautions: Prevent entry into drains or water sources, report spills to appropriate authorities
Clean-up Methods: Scoop up clumps, use damp cloth for fine residues, collect in sealed containers for disposal, avoid dispersing dust into air
Decontamination: Wash spill site after removal of material
Safe Handling Advice: Handle in a well-ventilated space, minimize dust generation, wear protective equipment
Storage Conditions: Store in tightly sealed containers, keep in a dry, cool, well-ventilated area away from sunlight
Incompatible Materials: Strong oxidizing agents, acids
Special Storage Notes: Segregate from food and drink, label storage location clearly
Control Parameters: No established occupational exposure limits in many countries, consult local standards
Engineering Controls: Use local exhaust ventilation to minimize airborne dust, maintain eyewash stations
Personal Protection: Use gloves (nitrile or chemical resistant), tight-fitting safety goggles, lab coats
Respiratory Protection: Wear an approved respirator if exposure exceeds limits or during cleaning up spills
Appearance: White or slightly yellow crystalline powder
Odor: Faint, sweet-smelling
Melting Point: 47–49°C
Boiling Point: 305°C
Solubility: Sparingly soluble in water, soluble in alcohols and organic solvents
Vapor Pressure: 0.0013 mmHg at 25°C
Density: 1.11 g/cm3 at 20°C
Flash Point: 145°C (closed cup)
Partition Coefficient (Log Kow): 3.18
Auto-ignition Temperature: 570°C
Chemical Stability: Stable under normal conditions
Reactivity: May react with strong oxidizers producing heat and hazardous decomposition
Conditions to Avoid: Exposure to strong acids or heat sources above the melting point
Hazardous Decomposition Products: Carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide, toxic fumes
Polymerization: Will not occur under normal handling
Acute Oral Toxicity (LD50): 2930 mg/kg (rat)
Acute Dermal Toxicity (LD50): >4000 mg/kg (rabbit)
Inhalation Toxicity: No data indicating significant acute toxicity in normal workplace exposures
Skin Irritation: Causes moderate skin irritation on prolonged contact
Eye Irritation: Causes redness or pain
Chronic Effects: Repeated exposure linked to allergic dermatitis, no conclusive evidence of carcinogenicity, mutagenicity, or reproductive toxicity at typical exposure levels
Sensitization: Not classified as a sensitizer per standardized tests
Toxicity to Aquatic Life: Harmful to aquatic organisms, may cause long-term adverse effects
Persistence and Degradability: Moderately persistent, not readily biodegradable
Bioaccumulation Potential: Moderate, due to high log Kow
Mobility in Soil: Low, binds to organic material in soil
Other Adverse Effects: Avoid release to waterways or soil, monitor discharges per local regulations
Waste Treatment Methods: Incinerate in authorized facility or landfilled according to local, regional, and national regulations
Container Disposal: Triple rinse, discard in accordance with government guidelines
Precautions: Avoid contact with skin, prevent environmental contamination
UN Number: Not regulated as dangerous for transport
Proper Shipping Name: Benzophenone
Transport Hazard Class: Not classified as hazardous for ground, air, or sea shipment under most global regulations
Packing Group: Not applicable
Special Precautions: Protect containers from damage, keep securely closed during transit
TSCA: Listed in the United States Toxic Substances Control Act Inventory
EINECS: Listed (204-337-6)
Regulatory Status: Subject to workplace safety, environment, and transport regulations in many jurisdictions
Specific Restrictions: Monitor for updated regional or industry-specific guidelines on use, exposure, or disposal
Label Requirements: Conform to country or region of sale and use
