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BENZOIC ACIDICSC: 0103 (October 1999)
Benzenecarboxylic acid
Phenyl carboxylic acid
CAS #: 65-85-0
EC Number: 200-618-2

  ACUTE HAZARDS PREVENTION FIRE FIGHTING
FIRE & EXPLOSION Combustible.  Finely dispersed particles form explosive mixtures in air.  NO open flames.  Closed system, dust explosion-proof electrical equipment and lighting. Prevent deposition of dust.  Use water spray, powder, foam, carbon dioxide.  In case of fire: keep drums, etc., cool by spraying with water. 

   
  SYMPTOMS PREVENTION FIRST AID
Inhalation Cough. Sore throat.  Use local exhaust or breathing protection.  Fresh air, rest. 
Skin Redness. Burning sensation. Itching.  Protective gloves.  Remove contaminated clothes. Rinse and then wash skin with water and soap. 
Eyes Redness. Pain.  Wear safety goggles.  First rinse with plenty of water for several minutes (remove contact lenses if easily possible), then refer for medical attention. 
Ingestion Abdominal pain. Nausea. Vomiting.  Do not eat, drink, or smoke during work. Wash hands before eating.  Rinse mouth. Induce vomiting (ONLY IN CONSCIOUS PERSONS!). Refer for medical attention . 

SPILLAGE DISPOSAL CLASSIFICATION & LABELLING
Personal protection: protective clothing and face shield. Sweep spilled substance into covered plastic containers. If appropriate, moisten first to prevent dusting. Wash away remainder with plenty of water. 

According to UN GHS Criteria

 

Transportation
UN Classification
 

STORAGE
 
PACKAGING
 
BENZOIC ACID ICSC: 0103
PHYSICAL & CHEMICAL INFORMATION

Physical State; Appearance
WHITE CRYSTALS OR POWDER. 

Physical dangers
Dust explosion possible if in powder or granular form, mixed with air. 

Chemical dangers
The solution in water is a weak acid. Reacts with oxidants. 

Formula: C7H6O2 / C6H5COOH
Molecular mass: 122.1
Boiling point: 249°C
Melting point: 122°C
See Notes.
Density: 1.3 g/cm³
Solubility in water, g/100ml at 20°C: 0.29
Vapour pressure, Pa at 25°C: 0.1
Relative vapour density (air = 1): 4.2
Relative density of the vapour/air-mixture at 20°C (air = 1): 1
Flash point: 121°C c.c.
Auto-ignition temperature: 570°C
Octanol/water partition coefficient as log Pow: 1.87  


EXPOSURE & HEALTH EFFECTS

Routes of exposure
The substance can be absorbed into the body by inhalation and by ingestion. 

Effects of short-term exposure
The substance is irritating to the eyes, skin and respiratory tract. Exposure could cause a non-allergic rash on contact. 

Inhalation risk
No indication can be given about the rate at which a harmful concentration of this substance in the air is reached on evaporation at 20°C. 

Effects of long-term or repeated exposure
 


OCCUPATIONAL EXPOSURE LIMITS
MAK: (respirable fraction): 0.5 mg/m3, 0.1 ppm; peak limitation category: II(4); skin absorption (H); pregnancy risk group: C 

ENVIRONMENT
 

NOTES
The substance begins to sublime at 100°C. 

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
  EC Classification
 

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    See Also:
       Toxicological Abbreviations
       Benzoic acid (FAO Nutrition Meetings Report Series 40abc)
       BENZOIC ACID (JECFA Evaluation)