METHYL BENZOATE | ICSC: 1187 (October 1997) |
Methyl-benzenecarboxylate Niobe oil |
CAS #: 93-58-3 |
EC Number: 202-259-7 |
ACUTE HAZARDS | PREVENTION | FIRE FIGHTING | |
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FIRE & EXPLOSION | Combustible. Above 83°C explosive vapour/air mixtures may be formed. | NO open flames. Above 83°C use a closed system and ventilation. | Use foam, powder, carbon dioxide. |
SYMPTOMS | PREVENTION | FIRST AID | |
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Inhalation | Use ventilation. | Fresh air, rest. | |
Skin | Protective gloves. | Remove contaminated clothes. Rinse and then wash skin with water and soap. | |
Eyes | Wear safety spectacles. | First rinse with plenty of water for several minutes (remove contact lenses if easily possible), then refer for medical attention. | |
Ingestion | Do not eat, drink, or smoke during work. | Rinse mouth. Do NOT induce vomiting. Rest. |
SPILLAGE DISPOSAL | CLASSIFICATION & LABELLING |
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Personal protection: filter respirator for organic gases and vapours adapted to the airborne concentration of the substance. Collect leaking and spilled liquid in sealable containers as far as possible. Absorb remaining liquid in sand or inert absorbent. Then store and dispose of according to local regulations. |
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METHYL BENZOATE | ICSC: 1187 |
PHYSICAL & CHEMICAL INFORMATION | |
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Formula: C8H8O2 / C6H5COOCH3 |
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NOTES |
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Insufficient data are available on the effect of this substance on human health, therefore utmost care must be taken. |
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION | ||
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EC Classification |
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See Also: Toxicological Abbreviations METHYL BENZOATE (JECFA Evaluation)