Benzyl alcohol cas no:100-51-6

NameBenzyl alcohol
CAS100-51-6
SynonymsPhenylmethanol; Benzyl alcohol 98+%; argopore-oh; Benzyl Alcohol BP; Poly(4-hydroxymethyl)styrene; alpha-Hydroxytoluene; alpha-toluenol; Benzenecarbinol; Benzenemethanol; Benzoyl alcohol; (hydroxymethyl)benzene; Hydroxytoluene; Phenylcarbinol; Phenylmethyl alcohol; BENZYL ALCOHOL; NATURAL BENZYL ALCOHOL
EINECS(EC#)202-859-9
Molecular FormulaC7H8O
Molecular Weight108.13

Appearancecolourless liquid
refractive index1.538-1.541
storage temp2-8°C

Hazard T:Toxic
Risk 20/22;63;43;36/37/38;23/24/25;45;40
Safety Hazard Codes:Xn,T
Risk Statements:20/22-63-43-36/37/38-23/24/25-45-40
20/22:Harmful by inhalation and if swallowed
63:Possible risk of harm to the unborn child
43:May cause sensitization by skin contact
36/37/38:Irritating to eyes, respiratory system and skin
23/24/25:Toxic by inhalation, in contact with skin and if swallowed
45:May cause cancer
40:Limited evidence of a carcinogenic effect
Safety Statements:26-36/37-24/25-23-53
26:In case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of water and seek medical advice
36/37:Wear suitable protective clothing and gloves
24/25:Avoid contact with skin and eyes
23:Do not breathe gas/fumes/vapor/spray (appropriate wording to be specified by the manufacturer)
53:Avoid exposure - obtain special instruction before use
RIDADR:UN 1593 6.1/PG 3
WGK Germany:1
Hazardous Substances Data:100-51-6(Hazardous Substances Data)

Inhalation of vapor may cause irritation of upper respiratory tract. Prolonged or excessive inhalation may result in headache, nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea. In severe cases, respiratory stimulation followed by respiratory and muscular paralysis, convulsions, narcosis and death may result. Ingestion may produce severe irritation of the gastrointestinal tract, followed by nausea, vomiting, cramps and diarrhea; tissue ulceration may result. Contact with eyes causes local irritation. Material can be absorbed through skin with anesthetic or irritant effect.