Hexachlorobenzene
- CAS Number
- 118-74-1
- HSN Code
- 29039210
- Molecular Formula
- C6Cl6
- Catalogue Number
- AL2385
- Purity
- ≥ 99%
- Molecular Weight
- 284.78 g/mol
Complies with : IP | BP | USP | EP | ACS
ISO 9001
ISO 14001
GMP
COA with every batch
Key Properties
Hexachlorobenzene appears as a white crystalline substance. Insoluble in water and denser than water.
Also known as HCB.
- Catalogue No.
- AL2385
- CAS Number
- 118-74-1
- Molecular Formula
- C6Cl6
- Molecular Weight
- 284.78 g/mol
- HSN Code
- 29039210
- Grade
- AR 99%
- Product Form
- Substance
Melting point: 228.83 °C; Boiling point: 325 °C; Flash point: 242 °C (closed cup); Density: 2.044 g/cu-cm at 23 °C; Solubility: In water, 4.7X10-3 mg/L at 25 °C.
- Appearance
- White needles
- Shelf Life
- -
- Packaging
- Available in: 5 gm glass bottle, 25 gm glass bottle
- Storage
- Separated from food and feedstuffs. Well closed. Store only in original container. Store in an area without drain or sewer access.
1.1 — Product identifier
- Chemical Name
- Hexachlorobenzene
- Catalogue No.
- AL2385
- Product form
- Substance
- CAS Number
- 118-74-1
- EC Number
- 204-273-9
- Grade
- AR 99%
- EC Index Number
- 602-028-00-4
- Chemical Formula
- C6Cl6
- HSN Code
- 29039210
- Synonyms
- HCB
1.2 — Relevant identified uses of the substance or mixture and uses advised against
- Use of the substance/mixture
- Used in analytical chemistry and environmental studies as a reference standard.
- 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
2.1 — Classification of the substance or mixture
- Classification according to Regulation (EC) No 1272/2008
- Carc. 1B; STOT RE 1; Aquatic Acute 1; Aquatic Chronic 1
- Classification source
- ECHA C&L Inventory via PubChem CID 8370 - hazard classes notified by at least 50% of companies; pictograms and signal word derived from those statements
2.2 — Label elements
- Hazard pictograms
- Health Hazard, Environmental Hazard
- Signal word
- Danger
- Hazard statements
- H350: May cause cancer; H372: Causes damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure; H400: Very toxic to aquatic life; H410: Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects
- Precautionary statements
- P203, P260, P264, P270, P273, P280, P318, P319, P391, P405, P501
2.3 — Other hazards
- Other hazards
- May cause harm to aquatic life with long lasting effects.
3.1 — Substance
- Name
- Hexachlorobenzene
- CAS No.
- 118-74-1
4.1 — Description of first aid measures
- First-aid measures after inhalation
- Move to fresh air. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen. Seek medical attention.
- First-aid measures after skin contact
- IMMEDIATELY flood affected skin with water while removing and isolating all contaminated clothing. Gently wash all affected skin areas thoroughly with soap and water.
- First-aid measures after eye contact
- First check the victim for contact lenses and remove if present. Flush victim's eyes with water or normal saline solution for 20 to 30 minutes while simultaneously calling a hospital or poison control center.
- First-aid measures after ingestion
- Do not induce vomiting. Rinse mouth. Seek medical attention immediately.
4.2 — Most important symptoms and effects, both acute and delayed
- Symptoms relating to use
- Symptoms of exposure may include headache, dizziness, nausea, and skin 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.
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
- Toxic fumes may be released 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.
6.1.1 — For non-emergency personnel
- Emergency procedures
- Evacuate area. Contain spill and prevent entry into waterways. Notify authorities.
6.3 — Methods and material for containment and cleaning up
- Methods for cleaning up
- Personal protection: chemical protection suit and particulate filter respirator adapted to the airborne concentration of the substance. Do NOT let this chemical enter the environment. Sweep spilled substance into sealable containers. Carefully collect remainder.
6.4 — Reference to other sections
- Reference
- Not specified
7.1 — Precautions for safe handling
- Precautions for safe handling
- Use personal protective equipment. Avoid contact with skin and eyes. Ensure adequate ventilation.
- 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. Well closed. Store only in original container. Store in an area without drain or sewer access.
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.
9.1 — Information on basic physical and chemical properties
- Physical state
- Solid
- Colour
- White
- Odour
- Odourless
- Odour threshold
- Not applicable
- pH value
- Not applicable
- Relative evaporation rate (butylacetate=1)
- Not applicable
- Melting point
- 228.83 °C
- Freezing point
- Not applicable
- Boiling point
- 325 °C
- Flash point
- 242 °C (closed cup)
- Auto-ignition temperature
- Not applicable
- Decomposition temperature
- Not applicable
- Flammability (solid, gas)
- Not flammable
- Vapour pressure
- 1.72X10-5 mm Hg at 25 °C
- Relative vapour density at 20°C
- 9.83 (Air = 1)
- Density
- 2.044 g/cu-cm at 23 °C
- Solubility
- In water, 4.7X10-3 mg/L at 25 °C
- Log Pow
- 5.73
- Viscosity, kinematic
- Not applicable
- Viscosity, dynamic
- Not applicable
- Explosive properties
- Not explosive
- Oxidising properties
- Not oxidising
- Explosive limits
- Not applicable
10.1 — Reactivity
- Reactivity
- Stable under normal conditions. Reacts with strong oxidizing agents.
10.2 — Chemical stability
- Chemical stability
- Very stable, even to acids and bases.
10.3 — Possibility of hazardous reactions
- Possibility of hazardous reactions
- Decomposes on heating. Reacts with strong oxidants. This produces toxic fumes.
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 acids.
10.6 — Hazardous decomposition products
- Hazardous decomposition products
- Dangerous; When heated to decomposition, emits toxic fumes of hydrogen chloride.
11.1 — Information on toxicological effects
- Acute toxicity
- LD50 Rat oral 3500 mg/kg; LD50 Mouse oral 4000 mg/kg; LD50 Rabbit oral 2600 mg/kg
- Skin corrosion/irritation
- Not classified (based on available data)
- Serious eye damage/irritation
- Not classified (based on available data)
- 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)
- Not classified (based on available data)
- Specific target organ toxicity (repeated exposure)
- H372: Causes damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure
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
13.1 — Waste treatment methods
- Additional Info
- Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local, regional, national and international regulations.
14.1 — UN number
- UN-No. (ADR)
- UN 2729
- UN-No. (IMDG)
- UN 2729
- UN-No. (IATA)
- UN 2729
- UN-No. (ADN)
- UN 2729
- UN-No. (RID)
- UN 2729
14.2 — UN proper shipping name
- Proper Shipping Name (ADR)
- Hexachlorobenzene
- Proper Shipping Name (IMDG)
- Hexachlorobenzene
- Proper Shipping Name (IATA)
- Hexachlorobenzene
- Proper Shipping Name (ADN)
- Hexachlorobenzene
- Proper Shipping Name (RID)
- Hexachlorobenzene
14.3 — Transport hazard class(es)
- Transport hazard class(es)
- 6.1
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
15.1 — Safety, health and environmental regulations/legislation specific for the substance or mixture
- 15.1.1 EU-Regulations
- Not specified
Used as a reference standard in environmental persistent-organic-pollutant residue analysis research.
ISO 9001
ISO 14001
GMP
COA with every batch
- Batch Number
- AL-2026-AL0796F
- Manufacturing Date
- September-2026
- Expiry Date
- September-2031
- Molecular Weight
- 284.78 g/mol
| Test | Standard | Observed |
|---|---|---|
| Assay | ≥ 99% | 99.5% |
| Melting Point | > 319 °C | 320 °C |
| Moisture Content | ≤ 0.5% | 0.3% |
| Residue on Ignition | ≤ 0.1% | 0.05% |
| Related Substances | None detected | None detected |
| Solubility | Insoluble in water | Insoluble in water, soluble in organic solvents. |
The above product is expected to comply with AR 99% grade specification.
Technical Data Sheet
| Grade | Assay/Purity | Melting/Boiling Point | Moisture/LOD | Residue on Ignition | Related Substances | Solubility |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AR 99% | ≥ 99% | m.p. 228.83 °C; b.p. 325 °C | ≤ 0.5% | ≤ 0.1% | None detected | In water, 4.7X10-3 mg/L at 25 °C |
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