Benzyl chloride
Synonyms: Benzyl chloride, Benzenemethyl chloride
SECTION 1: Identification of the substance/mixture and of the company/undertaking
Chemical Name
Benzyl chloride
Product Form
Substance
Catalogue No.
AL0656
CAS Number
100-44-7
EC Number
202-853-6
EC Index Number
602-036-00-4
Grade
98.5%
HSN Code
29039940
Molecular Formula
C6H5CH2Cl
SECTION 1: Identification of the substance/mixture and of the company/undertaking
1.1 Product identifier
Chemical Name
Benzyl chloride
Catalogue No.
AL0656
Product form
Substance
CAS Number
100-44-7
EC Number
202-853-6
Grade
98.5%
EC Index Number
602-036-00-4
Chemical Formula
C6H5CH2Cl
HSN Code
29039940
Synonyms
Benzyl chloride, Benzenemethyl chloride
Chemical Structure
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1.2 Relevant identified uses of the substance or mixture and uses advised against
Use of the substance/mixture
Benzylating agent in organic synthesis
Uses advised against
Not specified
1.3 Details of the supplier of the safety data sheet
Company identification
Address:- 102, B wing, Savgan Heights, RTO Lane,Andheri (W), Mumbai-400 053Maharashtra, India.
1.4 Emergency Contact Details
Phone / e-Mail
Phone : +91 22 26317055 Mobile : +91 9820385757 e-mail : info@alphachemika.co.in
SECTION 2: Hazards identification
2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture
Classification according to Regulation (EC) No 1272/2008
Acute Tox. 4; Skin Irrit. 2; Eye Dam. 1; Acute Tox. 3; STOT SE 3; Carc. 1B; STOT RE 2
Classification source
ECHA C&L Inventory via PubChem CID 7503 - hazard classes notified by at least 50% of companies; pictograms and signal word derived from those statements
2.2 Label elements
Hazard pictograms
Corrosive, Acute Toxic, Health Hazard
Signal word
Danger
Hazard statements
H302: Harmful if swallowed; H315: Causes skin irritation; H318: Causes serious eye damage; H331: Toxic if inhaled; H335: May cause respiratory irritation; H350: May cause cancer; H373: May causes damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure
2.3 Other hazards
Other hazards
Lachrymator, corrosive to skin and eyes
SECTION 3: Composition/information on ingredients
3.1 Substance
Name
Benzyl chloride
CAS No.
100-44-7
SECTION 4: First aid measures
4.1 Description of first aid measures
First-aid measures after inhalation
If this chemical has been inhaled, remove the exposed person to fresh air at once. If breathing has stopped, perform artificial respiration. Keep the person warm and at rest.
First-aid measures after skin contact
If this chemical contacts the skin, immediately wash the contaminated skin with soap and water. If this chemical penetrates the clothing, immediately remove the clothing, wash the skin with soap and water, and get medical attention promptly.
First-aid measures after eye contact
If this chemical contacts the eyes, immediately wash (irrigate) the eyes with large amounts of water, occasionally lifting the lower and upper lids. Get medical attention immediately.
First-aid measures after ingestion
If this chemical has been swallowed, get medical attention immediately.
4.2 Most important symptoms and effects, both acute and delayed
Symptoms relating to use
Irritation of eyes, skin, and respiratory tract; potential for chemical burns.
4.3 Indication of any immediate medical attention and special treatment needed
General information
Treat symptomatically. Show this safety data sheet to the treating physician.
SECTION 5: Fire-fighting measures
5.1 Extinguishing media
Suitable extinguishing media
Water spray, carbon dioxide, dry chemical powder, foam.
Unsuitable extinguishing media
Not specified
5.2 Special hazards arising from the substance or mixture
Special procedures
May produce toxic fumes in a fire. Use water spray to cool containers.
5.3 Advice for firefighters
Protection during firefighting
Do not enter fire area without proper protective equipment, including respiratory protection.
SECTION 6: Accidental release measures
6.1.1 For non-emergency personnel
Emergency procedures
Evacuate area. Wear appropriate protective equipment. Contain spill and absorb with inert material.
6.3 Methods and material for containment and cleaning up
Methods for cleaning up
Personal protection: chemical protection suit including self-contained breathing apparatus. Do NOT let this chemical enter the environment. Collect leaking and spilled liquid in covered non-metallic containers as far as possible. Absorb remaining liquid in sand or inert absorbent.
6.4 Reference to other sections
Reference
Not specified
SECTION 7: Handling and storage
7.1 Precautions for safe handling
Precautions for safe handling
Use in a fume hood. Wear gloves, goggles, and protective clothing.
Hygiene measures
Wash hands and other exposed areas with mild soap and water before eating, drinking or smoking and when leaving work.
7.2 Conditions for safe storage, including any incompatibilities
Storage conditions
Separated from food and feedstuffs and incompatible materials. See Chemical Dangers. Dry. Ventilation along the floor. Store only if stabilized.
SECTION 8: Exposure controls/personal protection
8.2 Exposure controls
Hand protection
Protective gloves (e.g. nitrile rubber)
Eye protection
Chemical safety goggles or safety glasses
Skin and body protection
Wear suitable protective clothing
Respiratory protection
Use appropriate respirator if ventilation is inadequate.
SECTION 9: Physical and chemical properties
9.1 Information on basic physical and chemical properties
Physical state
Liquid
Colour
Colorless to pale yellow
Odour
Rather unpleasant, irritating odor
Odour threshold
Not specified
pH value
Not applicable
Relative evaporation rate (butylacetate=1)
Not specified
Melting point
-39.4 °C
Freezing point
Not specified
Boiling point
174 °C
Flash point
153 °F (67 °C) (closed cup)
Auto-ignition temperature
1085 °F (585 °C)
Decomposition temperature
Not specified
Flammability (solid, gas)
Not flammable
Vapour pressure
VP: 1 Pa at -34 °C; 10 Pa at -11 °C; 100 Pa at 17.7 °C; 1 kPa at 55.4 °C; 10 kPa at 106.3 °C; 100 kPa at 178.9 °C
Relative vapour density at 20°C
4.36 (Air = 1)
Density
1.1004 g/cu cm at 20 °C
Solubility
In water, 525 mg/L at 25 °C
Log Pow
2.30
Viscosity, kinematic
Not specified
Viscosity, dynamic
Not specified
Explosive properties
Not explosive
Oxidising properties
Not oxidizing
Explosive limits
Not specified
SECTION 10: Stability and reactivity
10.1 Reactivity
Reactivity
Reacts violently with strong oxidizers and bases.
10.2 Chemical stability
Chemical stability
Stablity during transport: stable.
10.3 Possibility of hazardous reactions
Possibility of hazardous reactions
The substance polymerizes under the influence of all common metals except nickel and lead. This produces corrosive fumes (hydrogen chloride). This generates fire or explosion hazard.
10.4 Conditions to avoid
Conditions to avoid
Avoid contact with incompatible materials and excessive heat.
10.5 Incompatible materials
Incompatible materials
Strong oxidizing agents, strong bases, amines.
10.6 Hazardous decomposition products
Hazardous decomposition products
When heated to decomposition it emits toxic fumes of hydrogen chloride.
SECTION 11: Toxicological information
11.1 Information on toxicological effects
Acute toxicity
LD50 Rat oral 1231 mg/kg; LD50 Mouse oral 1500 mg/kg; LD50 Rat sc 1,000 mg/kg
Skin corrosion/irritation
H315: Causes skin irritation
Serious eye damage/irritation
H318: Causes serious eye damage
Respiratory or skin sensitisation
Not classified (based on available data)
Germ cell mutagenicity
Not classified (based on available data)
Carcinogenicity
H350: May cause cancer
Specific target organ toxicity (single exposure)
H335: May cause respiratory irritation
Specific target organ toxicity (repeated exposure)
H373: May causes damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure
SECTION 12: Ecological information
12.1 Toxicity
Toxicity information
Not specified
12.2 Persistence - degradability
Persistence - degradability
Not specified
12.3 Bioaccumulative potential
Bioaccumulative potential
Not specified
12.4 Mobility in soil
Mobility in soil
Not specified
12.6 Other adverse effects
Environmental precautions
Not specified
SECTION 13: Disposal considerations
13.1 Waste treatment methods
Additional Info
Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local, regional, national and international regulations.
SECTION 14: Transport information
14.1 UN number
UN-No. (ADR)
1738
UN-No. (IMDG)
1738
UN-No. (IATA)
1738
UN-No. (ADN)
1738
UN-No. (RID)
1738
14.2 UN proper shipping name
Proper Shipping Name (ADR)
Benzyl chloride
Proper Shipping Name (IMDG)
Benzyl chloride
Proper Shipping Name (IATA)
Benzyl chloride
Proper Shipping Name (ADN)
Benzyl chloride
Proper Shipping Name (RID)
Benzyl chloride
14.3 Transport hazard class(es)
Transport hazard class(es)
6.1 (8)
14.4 Packing group
Packing group (ADR)
II
Packing group (IMDG)
II
Packing group (IATA)
II
Packing group (ADN)
II
Packing group (RID)
II
14.5 Environmental hazards
Dangerous for the environment
Not specified
Marine pollutant
Not specified
Other information
No supplementary information available
SECTION 15: Regulatory information
15.1 Safety, health and environmental regulations/legislation specific for the substance or mixture
15.1.1 EU-Regulations
Not specified
SECTION 16: Other Information
Disclaimer
The information provided in this Safety Data Sheet is correct to the best of our knowledge, information and belief at the date of its publication. The information is designed only as a guidance for safe handling, use, processing, storage, transportation, disposal and release and is not to be considered a guarantee or quality specification. The information relates only to the specific material designated and may not be valid for such material used in combination with any other materials or in any process, unless specified in the text.