Styrene

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

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

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.

3.1 — Substance

Name

Styrene

CAS No.

100-42-5

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.

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.

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

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.

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.

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

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.

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

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)

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

15.1 — Safety, health and environmental regulations/legislation specific for the substance or mixture

15.1.1 EU-Regulations

Not specified