Benzoic Acid

Product details

Benzoic acid is an aromatical carbon acid und consists of phenyl and a carbon group and
is being produced by reaction of Benzene with Phosgene. Benzoic acid is used in the perfumery and for plasticizer, by affinity of benzene compounds.
Synonym: Carboxybenzene
CAS-No.65-85-0
EINECS-No.200-618-2
Uses/applications: Synthetic resins, PVC-stabilizers, Food-Preservative, Intermediate for chemical synthesis, Benzoates (plasticizers)

Specifications

Specifications TECHNICAL

MSDS according 91/155 EEC (2001/58 EC)

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possible hazards

Information pertaining to particular dangers for man and environment:
R 22 Harmful if swallowed.
R 36 Irritating to eyes.

Classification system for Benzoic Acid:
The classification was made according to the latest editions of the EU-lists, and expanded using company data and specialized literature.

Composition / information on ingredients

Chemical characterization for Benzoic Acid, Carboxybenzene:
CAS No. Description:
65-85-0 benzoic acid

Identification number(s):
EINECS Number: 200-618-2
Additonal information: E 210

Physical and Chemical Properties

General Information for Benzoic Acid, Carboxybenzene:
Form:	Solid.
Colour:	White
Odour:	Characteristic
Change in condition:
Melting point/Melting range:	122°C
Boiling point/Boiling range:	248°C
Sublimation temperature / start:	> 100°C
Flash point:	121°C
Flammability (solid, gaseous)	Product is not flammable.
Ignition temperature:	570°C
Danger of explosion:	Product does not present an explosion hazard.
Vapour pressure at 20°C:	1.3 hPa
Density at 20°C:	1.3 g/cm3
Solubility in / Miscibility with Water at 20°C:	2.9 g/l
pH-value at 20°C:	7-9
Segregation coefficient (n-octanol/water):	1.88 log POW

Transport information

Land transport ADR/RID (cross-border) for Benzoic Acid:
ADR/RID class: -
No hazardous good according to the regulation.

Maritime transport IMDG:
IMDG Class: No hazardous good according to the regulation.

Air transport ICAO-TI and IATA-DGR:
ICAO/IATA Class: No hazardous good according to the regulation.

Regulatory information

Markings according to EC guidelines for Benzoic Acid:
The product has been classified and marked in accordance with EU Directives / Ordinance on Hazardous Materials

Risk phrases:
22 Harmful if swallowed.
36 Irritating to eyes.

Safety phrases:
26 In case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of water and seek medical advice.
36 Wear suitable protective clothing.
60 This material and its container must be disposed of as hazardous waste.

National regulations

Information about limitation of use:
Restrictions on juvenile employment must be observed.
Employment restrictions concerning pregnant and lactating women must be observed.

Water hazard class: Water hazard class 1 (Assessment by list): slightly hazardous for water.