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BENZOIC ACID
ICSC: 0103
Peer-Review Status: 20.10.1999 Validated
Benzenecarboxylic acid
Phenyl carboxylic acid 
CAS #: 65-85-0 RTECS #: DG0875000
EINECS #: 200-618-2
 		    Formula: C7H6O2 / C6H5COOH
Molecular mass: 122.1

TYPES OF
HAZARD /
EXPOSURE 		ACUTE HAZARDS / SYMPTOMS      PREVENTION      FIRST AID / FIRE FIGHTING
FIRE Combustible.  NO open flames.  Use water spray, powder, foam, carbon dioxide. 
EXPLOSION Finely dispersed particles form explosive mixtures in air.  Closed system, ventilation, explosion-proof electrical equipment and lighting. Prevent deposition of dust.  In case of fire: keep drums, etc., cool by spraying with water. 
 
EXPOSURE      
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
 		PACKAGING & 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.   
EC Classification
 
UN Classification
 
GHS Classification
 

EMERGENCY RESPONSE SAFE STORAGE
NFPA Code: H2; F1; R0.   

IMPORTANT DATA
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. 

Occupational exposure limits
TLV (NOT-ESTABLISHED):.
MAK (2b (not established but data is available)): (DFG 2005). 

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

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

Effects of long-term or repeated exposure
 


PHYSICAL PROPERTIES ENVIRONMENTAL DATA
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   		 

NOTES
The substance begins to sublime at 100°C. 

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
 

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