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Material Safety Data Sheet for benzene: Wikipedia does not have an article with this exact name. ... Benzene, also known as benzol, is an organic chemical compound with the formula C6H6. ... An example MSDS in a US format provides guidance for handling a hazardous substance and information on its composition and properties. ... Benzene, also known as benzol, is an organic chemical compound with the formula C6H6. ...
Common synonyms
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Physical properties
Form: colorless liquid
Stability: Stable, but very flammable
Melting point: 5.5 C
Water solubility: negligible
Specific gravity: 0.87
Principal hazards
*** Benzene is a carcinogen (cancer-causing agent).
*** Very flammable. The pure material, and any solutions containing it, constitute a fire risk.
Safe handling
Benzene should NOT be used at all unless no safer alternatives are available.
If benzene must be used in an experiment, it should be handled at all stages in a fume cupboard.
Wear safety glasses and use protective gloves.
Emergency
Eye contact: Immediately flush the eye with plenty of water. Continue for at least ten minutes
and call for immediate medical help.
Skin contact: Wash off with soap and water. Remove any contaminated clothing. If the skin
reddens or appears damaged, call for medical aid.
If swallowed: Call for immediate medical help.
Disposal
It is dangerous to try to dispose of benzene by washing it down a sink, since it is toxic, will
and presents a fire risk. It is probable that trying to dispose of benzene in this way will also break local
environmental rules. Instead, retain in a safe place in the laboratory (well away from any source of ignition)
for disposal with other flammable, non-chlorinated solvents.
Protective equipment
Safety glasses. If gloves are worn, PVA, butyl rubber and viton are suitable materials.
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