BENZYL ALCOHOL, NF 3840ML by Letco Medical Safety Data Sheet Section 1: Identification Common Name/Trade Name BENZYL ALCOHOL Supplier Information Letco Medical, LLC 1316 Commerce Drive NW Decatur, AL 35601 1 (800) 239-5288 +1 (734) 843-4693 IN CASE OF EMERGENCY: Chemtrec 1 (800) 424-9300 (24 hours) Product Synonym(s) Benzene Methanol; Phenylcarbinol; Alpha-Hydroxytoluene Relevant Use(s) of Product Manuf acture or Compounding of Substances Section 2: Hazards Identification Classification of Substance or Mixture Acute toxicity, Oral (Category 4), Acute toxicity, Inhalation (Category 4), Serious eye damage/eye irritation (Category 2) Signal Word Warning Hazard Statement(s) H302 Harmf ul if swallowed H319 Causes serious eye irritation H332 Harmf ul if inhaled H402 Harmf ul to aquatic lif e Pictogram(s) Precautionary Statement(s) P261 Avoid breathing dust/f ume/gas/mist/vapours/spray. P264 Wash hands thoroughly af ter handling. P270 Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product. P271 Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area. P273 Avoid release to the environment. P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/f ace protection. P301+P312+P330 IF SWALLOWED Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician if you f eel unwell. Rinse mouth. P302+P352 IF ON SKIN Wash with soap and water. P304+P340 IF INHALED Remove victim to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comf ortable f or breathing. P305+P351+P338 IF IN EYES Rinse cautiously with water f or several minutes. Remove contact lenses if present and easy to do. continue rinsing. P312 Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician if you f eel unwell. P312 Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician if you f eel unwell. P321 Specif ic treatment (see see supplemental f irst aid instructions on this label on this label). P501 Dispose of contents/container to an approved waste disposal plant. Hazards Not Otherwise Classified None known Ingredient(s) with Unknown Toxicity No data Available Section 3: Composition/Information on Ingredients Chemical Name Benzyl alcohol Common Name Benzyl Alcohol CAS Number 100-51-6 Impurities and/or Stabilizing Additives No data available Page 1 of 4 Section 4: First Aid Measures General Advice Show this saf ety data sheet to the doctor in attendance. Self-Protection of the First-Aider Use personal protective equipment as required. Avoid contact with skin, eyes and clothing. Remove all sources of ignition. Notes to Physician Treat symptomatically. If Inhaled Remove to fresh air. If breathing is dif f icult, give oxygen. If not breathing, give artif icial respiration. Consult a physician. In Case of Skin Contact Wash of f immediately with soap and plenty of water removing all contaminated clothes and shoes. Wash contaminated clothing bef ore reuse. Consult a physician. In Case of Eye Contact Rinse immediately with plenty of water, also under the eyelids, f or at least 15 minutes. Consult a physician. If Swallowed Do NOT induce vomiting. Rinse mouth. Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. Consult a physician. Most Important Symptoms and Effects No inf ormation available. Section 5: Fire Fighting Measures Suitable Extinguishing Media Flammable Properties Combustible liquid.Suitable Extinguishing Media Water spray. Carbon dioxide (CO2). Dry powder. Foam. Water mist may be used to cool closed containers.Eye Contact Rinse immediately with plenty of water, also under the eyelids, f or at least 15 minutes. Consult a physician. Unsuitable Extinguishing Media No inf ormation available. Special Hazards Arising From the Substance/Mixture Keep product and empty container away from heat and sources of ignition. Risk of ignition. Special PPE and/or Precautions for Firefighters As in any f ire, wear self-contained breathing apparatus pressure-demand, MSHA/NIOSH (approved or equivalent) and f ull protective gear. protective gear. Section 6: Accidental Release Measures Personal Precautions, Protective Equipment and Emergency Procedures Evacuate personnel to saf e areas. Ensure adequate ventilation. Use personal protective equipment. Avoid contact with skin, eyes and clothing. In case of insuf f icient ventilation, wear suitable respiratory equipment. Remove all sources of ignition. Methods and Materials Used for Containment Local authorities should be advised if signif icant spillages cannot be contained. Prevent f urther leakage or spillage if saf e to do so. Do not allow into any sewer, on the ground or into any body of water. Prevent product from entering drains. Do not f lush into surf ace water or sanitary sewer system. Should not be released into the environment. Cleanup Procedures Evacuate personnel to saf e areas. Absorb spill with inert material (e.g. dry sand or earth), then place in a chemical waste container. Ground and bond containers when transf erring material. Take precautionary measures against static discharges. Use spark-proof tools and explosion-proof equipment. Remove all sources of ignition. Clean contaminated surf ace thoroughly. Section 7: Handling and Storage Precautions for Safe Handling Use only in an area equipped with a saf ety shower. Ensure that eyewash stations and saf ety showers are close to the workstation location. Ensure adequate ventilation. Do not breathe vapours or spray mist. Avoid contact with skin, eyes and clothing. Avoid repeated exposure. To avoid ignition of vapours by static electricity discharge, all metal parts of the equipment must be grounded. Take necessary action to avoid static electricity discharge (which might cause ignition of organic vapours). Keep away from open f lames, hot surf aces and sources of ignition. Conditions for Safe Storage Keep containers tightly closed in a dry, cool and well-ventilated place. Keep in properly labelled containers. Hygroscopic. Protect from moisture. Protect from water. Incompatible Materials: Strong Acids. Incompatible with oxidizing agents. Iron. Aluminum. Plastics. Section 8: Exposure Controls/Personal Protection Components with Workplace Control Parameters This product, as supplied, does not contain any hazardous materials with occupational exposure limits established by the region specif ic regulatory bodies. Appropriate Engineering Controls Ensure adequate ventilation, especially in conf ined areas. Handle in accordance with good industrial hygiene and saf ety practice. PPE - Eye/Face Protection Tightly f itting saf ety goggles. PPE - Skin Protection Use suitable eye protection and gloves. PPE - Body Protection Use suitable eye protection and gloves. PPE - Respiratory Protection In case of insuf f icient ventilation, wear suitable respiratory equipment. Page 2 of 4 Section 9: Physical and Chemical Properties Appearance Appearance: Colorless Physical State: Liquid Upper/Lower Flammability or Explosive Limits Upper f lammability limit 13%, Lower f lammability limit 1.3% Odor Slightly Aromatic Vapor Pressure 7 Pa @20 Deg. C Odor Threshold No inf ormation available Vapor Density 3.7 (Air = 1) pH No data available Relative Density 1.045 @ 20 Deg. C Melting Point/Freezing Point -15.4 �C Solubility Water Solubility 40g/L @ 25 �C, Solubility in other solvents No inf ormation available Initial Boiling Point and Boiling Range 205 �C Flash Point 100.4 �C CC (closed cup) Evaporation Rate No data available Flammability (Solid, Gas) No data available Partition Coefficient Not available Auto-Ignition Temperature 436 �C Estimated Decomposition Temperature No data available Viscosity No inf ormation available Section 10: Stability and Reactivity Reactivity Not applicable. Chemical Stability Stable In the presence of Air, Benzyl alcohol will slowly oxidize to Benzaldehyde Possibility of Hazardous Reactions None under normal processing Conditions to Avoid Do not freeze. Avoid Exposure to Air, moisture, ignition sources and elevated temperatures. Incompatible Materials Strong Acids. Incompatible with oxidizing agents. Iron. Aluminum. Plastics. Hazardous Decomposition Products Carbon monoxide. Carbon dioxide (CO2). Benzaldehyde. Section 11: Toxicological Information Acute Toxicity - LD50 Oral ATEmix (oral) 1230 mg/kg ATEmix (dermal) 2000 mg/kg Acute Toxicity - Inhalation No data available Acute Toxicity - Dermal ATEmix (dermal) 2000 mg/kg Acute Toxicity - Eye Irritating to eyes. Redness. Pain. Avoid contact with eyes. Skin Corrosion/Irritation Harmf ul in contact with skin. Irritating to skin. May cause sensitization by skin contact. May cause dermatitis. Redness. Pain. Avoid contact with skin. Serious Eye Damage/Irritation No inf ormation available. Eye, rabbit: 750 ug Open SEV Respiratory or Skin Sensitazation May cause sensitization by skin contact. Germ Cell Mutagenicity No inf ormation available. Carcinogenicity IARC No data available Carcinogenicity ACGIH No data available Carcinogenicity NTP No data available Carcinogenicity OSHA No data available Reproductive Toxicity No inf ormation available Specific Target Organ Toxicity - Single Exposure No inf ormation available Specific Target Organ Toxicity - Repeated Exposure No inf ormation available. Avoid repeated exposure. Target Organ Ef f ects. Target Organ Ef f ects Central nervous system (CNS). Aspiration Hazard No inf ormation available. Page 3 of 4 Section 12: Ecological Information Toxicity Harmf ul to aquatic lif e. Avoid release to the environment. Fish 10: 96 h Lepomis macrochirus mg/L LC50static 460: 96 h Pimephales promelas mg/L LC50 static , Toxicity to microorganisms = 50 mg/L EC50 Photobacteriumphosphoreum 5 min = 63.7 mg/L EC50 Photobacterium phosphoreum 15 min = 63.7 mg/L EC50 Photobacterium phosphoreum 5 min = 71.4 mg/L EC50 Photobacterium phosphoreum 30 min , Crustacea = 23 mg/L EC50 23: 48 h water f lea mg/L 0 % of the mixture consists of components(s) of unknown hazards to the aquatic environment. Freshwater Algae Data: = 35 mg/L EC50. Microtox Data: = 50 mg/L EC50 Photobacterium phosphoreum 5 min = 63.7 mg/L EC50 Photobacterium phosphoreum 15 min = 63.7 mg/L EC50 Photobacterium phosphoreum 5 min = 71.4 mg/L EC50 Photobacterium phosphoreum 30 min. Water Flea Data: = 23 mg/L EC50 Persistence and Degradability Readily biodegradability. Bio-accumulative Potential No inf ormation available. Mobility in Soil log Pow = 1.1 Other Adverse Effects No data available. Section 13: Disposal Considerations Waste Treatment Methods Product Contact waste disposal services. Dispose of in accordance with local regulations. Waste Treatment Methods Packaging Dispose of in accordance with local regulations. Empty containers should be taken f or local recycling, recovery or waste disposal. Special Precautions Landfill or Incinerations No data available Other Information No data available Section 14: Transport Information UN Number Not dangerous goods UN Proper Shipping Name N/A Transport Hazard Class(es) N/A Packaging Group N/A Environmental Hazards No data available Section 15: Regulatory Information International Inventories U.S.A. (TSCA) Complies Canada (DSL) Complies EU (EINECS) Complies EU (ELINCS) Does not comply Japan (ENCS) Complies China (IECSC) Complies Korea (KECL) Complies Philippines (PICCS) Complies Australia (AICS) Complies Chemical Name U.S.A. (TSCA) Canada (DSL) EU (EINECS) EU (ELINCS) Benzyl alcohol Present Present Present - Component Japan (ENCS) China (IECSC) Korea (KECL) Philippines (PICCS) Australia (AICS) Benzyl alcohol 100-51-6 ( 100 ) Present (3)-1011 Present Present Present Present Chemical Name Mexico INV Taiwan INV Benzyl alcohol 100- 51-6 Present - Federal Regulations SARA 313 Section 313 of Title III of the Superf und Amendments and Reauthorization Act of 1986 (SARA). This product does not contain any chemicals which are subject to the reporting requirements of the Act and Title 40 of the Code of Federal Regulations, Part 372 SARA 311/312 Hazard Categories Acute Health Hazard Yes Chronic Health Hazard Yes Fire Hazard Yes Sudden Release of Pressure Hazard No Reactive Hazard No Chemical Name CAS No VOCs Benzyl alcohol 100-51-6 Present CWA (Clean Water Act) This product does not contain any substances regulated as pollutants pursuant to the Clean Water Act (40 CFR 122.21 and 40 CFR 122.42) CERCLA This material, as supplied, does not contain any substances regulated as hazardous substances under the Comprehensive Environmental Response Compensation and Liability Act (CERCLA) (40 CFR 302) or the Superf und Amendments and Reauthorization Act (SARA) (40 CFR 355). There may be specif ic reporting requirements at the local, regional, or state level pertaining to releases of this material State Regulations Calif ornia Proposition 65 This product does not contain any Proposition 65 chemicals. State Right-to-Know This product contains the f ollowing State Right-to-Know chemicals: Chemical Name New Jersey Massachusetts Illinois Rhode Island Pennsylvania Benzyl alcohol 100-51-6 Present Present U.S. EPA Label Inf ormation EPA Pesticide Registration Number Not applicable Canada WHMIS Statement This product has been classif ied in accordance with the hazard criteria of the Controlled Products Regulations (CPR) and the MSDS contains all the inf ormation required by the CPR. Section 16: Other Information Additional Information N/A Prepared By Lisa Russell Revision Date 01/15/2019 14:27 Disclaimer Letco Medical, LLC believes that the above information is correct but does not purport to be all inclusive and shall be used only as a guide. The information in this document is based on the present state of our knowledge and is applicable to the product with regard to appropriate safety precautions. If the product is used as a component in another product, this information may not be applicable. NO WARRANTY OF FITNESS FOR ANY PARTICULAR PURPOSE, WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR ANY OTHER WARRANTY, EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED, IS MADE CONCERNING THE INFORMATION PROVIDED ABOVE. Letco Medical shall not be held liable for any loss or damage resulting from handling, storage, use or from contact with the above product. Page 4 of 4
