Safety Data Sheet

SECTION 1: Identification of the substance/mixture and of the company/undertaking

Chemical Name Styrene

Product Form Substance

Catalogue No. AL4373

CAS Number 100-42-5

EC Number 202-851-5

EC Index Number 601-026-00-0

Grade 99%

HSN Code 29025000

Molecular Formula C8H8

SECTION 1: Identification of the substance/mixture and of the company/undertaking

1.1 Product identifier

Chemical Name Styrene

Catalogue No. AL4373

Product form Substance

CAS Number 100-42-5

EC Number 202-851-5

Grade 99%

EC Index Number 601-026-00-0

Chemical Formula C8H8

HSN Code 29025000

Synonyms Vinylbenzene, Phenylethylene

Chemical Structure -

1.2 Relevant identified uses of the substance or mixture and uses advised against

Use of the substance/mixture Used as a monomer in the production of polystyrene and synthetic rubber.

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 Flam. Liq. 3; Asp. Tox. 1; Skin Irrit. 2; Eye Irrit. 2; Acute Tox. 4; STOT SE 3; STOT RE 1

Classification source ECHA C&L Inventory via PubChem CID 7501 - hazard classes notified by at least 50% of companies; pictograms and signal word derived from those statements

2.2 Label elements

Hazard pictograms Flammable, Irritant, Health Hazard

Signal word Danger

Hazard statements H226: Flammable liquid and vapor; H304: May be fatal if swallowed and enters airways; H315: Causes skin irritation; H319: Causes serious eye irritation; H332: Harmful if inhaled; H335: May cause respiratory irritation; H372: Causes damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure

2.3 Other hazards

Other hazards Suspected carcinogen; may cause respiratory irritation.

SECTION 3: Composition/information on ingredients

3.1 Substance

Name Styrene

CAS No. 100-42-5

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, flush the contaminated skin with water. Where there is evidence of skin irritation, get medical attention.

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 Headache, dizziness, nausea, respiratory irritation.

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 Use water spray, alcohol-resistant foam, dry chemical or carbon dioxide.

Unsuitable extinguishing media Not specified

5.2 Special hazards arising from the substance or mixture

Special procedures Electrical ignition hazard: May be ignited by static discharge.

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. Remove all sources of ignition. Ventilate area.

6.3 Methods and material for containment and cleaning up

Methods for cleaning up Personal protection: chemical protection suit including self-contained breathing apparatus. Remove all ignition sources. Do NOT let this chemical enter the environment. Do NOT wash away into sewer.

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 appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE). Avoid contact with skin and eyes.

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 Fireproof. Separated from incompatible materials. See Chemical Dangers. Cool. Keep in the dark. Store only if stabilized. Store in an area without drain or sewer access.

SECTION 8: Exposure controls/personal protection

8.2 Exposure controls

Hand protection Handle with gloves.

Eye protection Face shield and safety glasses. Use equipment for eye protection tested and approved under appropriate government standards such as NIOSH (US) or EN 166(EU).

Skin and body protection Wear suitable protective clothing

Respiratory protection Use appropriate respiratory protection 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 Characteristic, sweet, balsamic, almost floral odor that is extremely penetrating

Odour threshold 0.3 ppm

pH value Not applicable

Relative evaporation rate (butylacetate=1) >1

Melting point -30.65 °C

Freezing point Not applicable

Boiling point 145.3 °C

Flash point 32.0 °C (89.6 °F) - closed cup

Auto-ignition temperature 914 °F (490 °C)

Decomposition temperature Not available

Flammability (solid, gas) Flammable liquid

Vapour pressure 6.40 mm Hg at 25 °C

Relative vapour density at 20°C 3.6 (Air = 1)

Density 0.9016 g/cu cm at 25 °C

Solubility In water, 300 mg/L at 25 °C

Log Pow 2.95

Viscosity, kinematic Not available

Viscosity, dynamic 0.89 mPa·s at 20 °C

Explosive properties Not explosive

Oxidising properties Not oxidizing

Explosive limits 1.1 - 6.1% (v/v) in air

SECTION 10: Stability and reactivity

10.1 Reactivity

Reactivity Reacts with strong oxidizing agents and can polymerize spontaneously if uninhibited.

10.2 Chemical stability

Chemical stability Stable under recommended storage conditions. Test for peroxide formation before distillation or evaporation.

10.3 Possibility of hazardous reactions

Possibility of hazardous reactions The substance can form explosive peroxides. The substance may polymerize due to warming, under the influence of light, oxidants, oxygen and peroxides. This generates fire and 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 oxidizers, strong acids, and bases.

10.6 Hazardous decomposition products

Hazardous decomposition products Hazardous decomposition products formed under fire conditions - Carbon oxides.

SECTION 11: Toxicological information

11.1 Information on toxicological effects

Acute toxicity LD50 Rat oral 5000 mg/kg; LC50 Mouse 4940 ppm/2 hr; LC50 Rat 2770 ppm/4 hr

Skin corrosion/irritation H315: Causes skin irritation

Serious eye damage/irritation H319: Causes serious eye irritation

Respiratory or skin sensitisation Not classified (based on available data)

Germ cell mutagenicity Not classified (based on available data)

Carcinogenicity Not classified (based on available data)

Specific target organ toxicity (single exposure) H335: May cause respiratory irritation

Specific target organ toxicity (repeated exposure) H372: 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) 2055

UN-No. (IMDG) 2055

UN-No. (IATA) 2055

UN-No. (ADN) 2055

UN-No. (RID) 2055

14.2 UN proper shipping name

Proper Shipping Name (ADR) Styrene

Proper Shipping Name (IMDG) Styrene

Proper Shipping Name (IATA) Styrene

Proper Shipping Name (ADN) Styrene

Proper Shipping Name (RID) Styrene

14.3 Transport hazard class(es)

Transport hazard class(es) 3

14.4 Packing group

Packing group (ADR) III

Packing group (IMDG) III

Packing group (IATA) III

Packing group (ADN) III

Packing group (RID) III

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.