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Safety Data Sheet
DSCL (Classification)
R52/53 鈥? Harmful to aquatic organisms. May cause long-term adverse effects in the aquatic environment.
S60 鈥? This material and its container must be disposed of as hazardous waste.
S61 鈥? Avoid release to the environment. Refer to special instructions/Safety data sheet
Section 1. Identification of the substance/preparation and of the company/undertaking
Velsicure庐 BTF Benzophenone
Product Identity CAS# 119-61-9
/ Trade Name
Chemical Name Chemical Formula
Benzophenone C13 H10 O
Synonym Chemical Family
Diphenylketone Aryl ketone (Aromatic)
Supplier Manufacturer
Velsicol Eesti AS Velsicol Chemical Corporation
Uus Tehase 8 10400 W. Higgins Road
30328 Kohtla-J盲rve Rosemont, IL 60018 U.S.A.
Estonia Phone: 847-298-9000
Phone: +372 33 25 915 / 916 / 954 Fax: 847-298-9018
Fax: +372 33 25 914 Email: msds@velsicol.com
In the continental U.S.A. call
In Case of Use of Substance / Photoinitiator
CHEMTREC 800-424-9300 (24 hours)
Emergency Preparation
Outside the continental U.S.A. call
CHEMTREC 703-527-3887 (24 hours)
Section 2. Hazards identification
Potential Acute Inhalation and skin contact are expected to be the primary routes of occupational exposure.
Health Effects This material may cause eye, skin and respiratory tract irritation. Swallowing may cause nausea
and vomiting. Inhalation may cause bronchitis, allergic asthma and inflammation. This material
is considered, on the basis of single exposure (acute) animal tests, to be practically non to
slightly toxic after ingestion (swallowing), slightly to moderately toxic after skin contact, slightly
irritating to eyes and slightly to moderately irritating to skin.
Potential Chronic
Repeated exposures may cause liver and blood system effects based on animal data.
Health Effects
Section 3. Composition/information on ingredients
Name R Phrase CAS# EC Number % by Weight
1) Benzophenone R52/53 119-61-9 204-337-6 > 99.0
Section 4. First-aid measures
Eye Contact Immediately flush with plenty of water. Get medical attention if irritation persists.
Skin Contact Immediately flush with plenty of water while removing contaminated clothing and shoes. Get
medical attention if symptoms occur. Wash clothing before reuse. Thoroughly clean shoes
before reuse.
Inhalation Remove to fresh air. If breathing is difficult, get medical attention.
Ingestion If swallowed, induce vomiting as directed by medical personnel. Get medical attention. NEVER
GIVE ANYTHING BY MOUTH TO AN UNCONSCIOUS PERSON.
Section 5. Fire-fighting measures
Fire Fighting Media Use dry chemicals, CO2 or foam. Water may be ineffective in fighting fire.
and Instructions Products of combustion are carbon oxides (CO, CO2). Decomposition will emit toxic fumes.
Section 6. Accidental release measures
Small Spill Use appropriate tools to put the spilled solid in a convenient waste disposal container.
Large Spill Use appropriate instruments to put the spilled material in a waste disposal. Prevent entry into
sewers, basements or confined areas; dike if needed. Notify authorities if release to waterways.
Section 7. Handling and storage
Handling
S60 鈥? This material and its container must be disposed of as hazardous waste.
S61 鈥? Avoid release to the environment. Refer to special instructions/Safety data sheet.
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Section 7. Handling and storage
Storage Combustible materials should be stored away from extreme heat and away form strong oxidizing
agents. Keep container tightly closed and in a dry, cool, well-ventilated place. Container should
be grounded to prevent build up of static charge.
Section 8. Exposure controls/personal protection
Engineering Controls Use process enclosures, local exhaust ventilation, or other engineering controls to keep airborne
levels below recommended exposure limits.
Personal Protection Safety glasses. Lab coat or coveralls. Gloves. Dust respirator.
Personal Protection in Splash goggles. Full suit. Boots. Gloves. Dust respirator. Suggested protective clothing might
Case of a Large Spill not be sufficient; consult a specialist BEFORE handling this product.
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Exposure Limits TWA: 5 (mg/m ) from AIHA WEEL. (1994)
Consult local authorities for acceptable exposure limits.
Section 9. Physical and chemical properties
Appearance Solid (Flakes solid. Rhombic crystals) Rose. Geranium.
Odor
Molecular Weight 182.21 Off-white.
Color
pH (1% soln/water) Not available
Boiling Point 306掳C (582.8掳F)
Melting Point 48掳C (118.4掳F)
Critical Temperature Not available.
Relative Density 1.1 (Water = 1)
Vapor Pressure 1.1 mm of Hg (@ 20掳C)
Vapor Density 6.3
Volatility Not available
Relative Density Not available.
Evaporation Rate Not available.
Viscosity Not available.
Partition Coefficient
Octanol/Water Partition Coefficient: log Kow = 3.18
Log n-Octanol/Water
Ionicity (In Water) Not available.
Dispersion Properties Not available.
Solubility Insoluble in cold water.
Soluble in chloroform, acetone, benzene, alcohol, acetic acid, ether and ethanol.
Flash Point OPEN CUP: 138掳C (280.4掳F)
Auto Ignition Temp. Not available.
Flammability Combustible. No specific information is available in our database regarding the flammability of
this product in presence of various materials.
Explosive Properties May form flammable or explosive dust-air mixtures
Oxidising Properties Not available.
Section 10. Stability and reactivity
Stability The product is stable.
Instability
Not available.
Temperature
Conditions to Avoid No additional remark.
Incompatibility with
Incompatible with oxidizing materials, reducing materials. Incompatible with some plastics.
Various Substances
Corrosivity No specific information is available in our database regarding the corrosivity of this product in
presence of various materials.
Hazardous
Will not occur.
Polymerization
Hazardous
Not available.
Decomposition
Products
Section 11. Toxicological information
Routes of Entry
Skin contact. Inhalation.
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Section 11. Toxicological information
Toxicity to Animals Acute oral toxicity (LD50): 1600-2895 mg/kg (Mouse), Slightly toxic.
1900->10,000 mg/kg (Rat), Practically non to slightly toxic.
Acute dermal toxicity (LD50): 3535 mg/kg (Rabbit), Slightly toxic.
>1000 mg/kg (Guinea pig), no more than moderately toxic.
Eye Irritation: Slightly irritating (Rabbits)
Skin Irritation: Moderately Irritating (Guinea pigs)
Slightly irritating, 2.0/8.0 (Rabbits)
Allergic skin reaction was reported in 1-2% patients with preexisting skin condition (eczema) in a
patch test. Other patch tests using human volunteers resulted in no allergic skin reactions. No
allergic skin reaction was reported in guinea pigs and rabbits after repeated exposure.
Benzophenone is readily absorbed through the skin of monkeys. Single inhalation exposure was
not toxic to rats but did cause respiratory tract irritation. Effects on the liver, kidney and blood
were reported after repeated oral administration to rodents. However, no toxic effects were
recorded in rats given diets containing 20 mg/kg bw/day for 90 days. Effects on the liver were
reported after repeated in halation by guinea pigs. Benzophenone did not induce tumor
formation after repeated skin application in mice and rabbits. No genetic changes were reported
in standard tests using bacterial cells and animals.
Section 12. Ecological information
Ecotoxicology 96-hr LC50: 15 mg/l Fathead minnow (flow-through).
Benzophenone was 100% lethal to waterfleas and sideswimmers at 100 mg/l. 10 mg/l was 50%
lethal to sideswimmers. 100 mg/l was not lethal to fathead minnows, flatworms or snails. No
time limit was available for these studies.
Fathead minnow larval growth was reduced at 2.62 mg/l and survival was reduced at 8.28 mg/l
after 96-hr exposure. In as 32-day study on embryonic development, survival and growth of
fathead minnows, benzophenone was reported to decrease survival and increase the number of
malformations at 6.38 mg/l and higher. However, it did not effect embryo hatchability. In a 32-
day embryo-larval test on fathead minnows, benzophenone was reported to reduce growth at
1.78 mg/l.
Exposure to benzophenone had no effect on limb regeneration in Japanese newts.
Chemical Fate 12% BOD was attained in 5 days using sewage inoculum under aerobic conditions.
Benzophenone is expected to biodegrade in soil. Leaching in soil is expected. Biodegradation
in water may occur. The BCF ranges from 3.4 to 12 in fish (Cyprinus carpio), in a test conducted
according to OECD protocol 305 C. Bioaccumulation is not expected in fish.
Section 13. Disposal considerations
Waste Disposal Recycle to process, if possible. Consult your local or regional authorities for disposal methods.
Section 14. Transport information
ADR Classification Not controlled under ADR (Europe).
Special Provisions
No additional remark.
for Transport
Customs
International HTS# 2914.39.9000
Classification
Section 15. Regulatory information
European Labeling R52/53 鈥? Harmful to aquatic organisms. May cause long-term adverse effects in the aquatic
environment.
S60 鈥? This material and its container must be disposed of as hazardous waste.
S61 鈥? Avoid release to the environment. Refer to special instructions/Safety data sheet
Global Inventories Europe (EINECS, ELINCS, NLP) In Compliance with the EINECS (204-337-6)
Australia (AICS) In Compliance with the AICS
Canada (DSL, NDSL) In Compliance with the DSL
China (IECSC) In Compliance with the IECSC
Japan (ENCS) In Compliance with the ENCS ((4)-1258, (3)-1258,or (4)-125)
Korea (KECI) In Compliance with the KECI (KE-02716)
New Zealand (NZIoC) In Compliance with the NZIoC
Philippines (PICCS) In Compliance with the PICCS
United States (TSCA) In Compliance with the TSCA
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Section 15. Regulatory information
Other Regulations Germany: Ordinance on Classification of Water-Endangering Substances. The substance
has been assigned WGK Class: 1 (Slightly water endangering); WGK
Identification Number: None: Assigned by VCI.
Switzerland: Federal Health Agency, Giftliste 1 (Stoffe), Ausgabe 1995 (Toxics List 1 (1995)).
Toxicity Category: 4; Identification Number: G-1241.
Section 16. Other information
Full Text of Risk R 52/53 鈥? Harmful to aquatic organisms, may cause long-term adverse effects in the aquatic
Phrases environment
Amendments Compliance with Regulation (EC) No. 1907/2006
Prepared by: Christopher Charniak
References -ICRMS North American Database, Ariel Research Corporation, 3/4/96
-ICRMS European Database, Ariel Research Corporation, 3/4/96
-ICRMS Inventories Database, Ariel Research Corporation, 3/4/96
-LOLI Database, Chem Advisor via Micromedex Inc., 2/19/96
-Registry of Toxic Effects of Chemical Substances (RTECS), 4/30/96
-MEDITEXT Medical Management Database, Micromedex Inc., Vol. 28, 4/30/96
-Chemical Hazard Response Information System (CHRIS), Micromedex Inc., Vol. 25, 7/31/95
-Oil and Hazardous Materials/Technical Assistance Data Systems (OHM/TADS), Micromedex
Inc., Vol. 25, 7/31/95
-Hazardous Substance Data Bank (HSDB), National Library of Medicine, #28, 4/30/96
-Velsicol Chemical Corporation, unpublished studies
-National Toxicology Program. Executive Summary of Safety and Toxicity Information.
Benzophenone. October 4, 1991.
-American Industrial Hygiene Association. Workplace Environmental Exposure Level Guide.
Benzophenone. 1991.
-Patty鈥檚 Industrial Hygiene and Toxicology. Fourth Edition. Volume II, Part C. pp. 1851-1878.
For MSDS or Regulatory information, contact: For Technical or Product Support Information, contact:
Information Contact
Environmental, Health and Safety Department Velsicol Eesti AS
Velsicol Chemical Corporation Uus Tehase 8
10400 W. Higgins Road 30328 Kohtla-J盲rve
Rosemont, IL 60018 U.S.A. Estonia
Phone: 847-298-9000 Phone: +372 33 25 915 / 916 / 954
Fax: 847-298-9018 Fax: +372 33 25 914
Notice to Reader To the best of our knowledge, the information contained herein is accurate. However, neither the above named supplier
nor any of its subsidiaries assumes any liability whatsoever for the accuracy or completeness of the information
contained herein. Final determination of suitability of any material is the sole responsibility of the user. All materials
may present unknown hazards and should be used with caution. Although certain hazards are described herein, we
cannot guarantee that these are the only hazards that exist.
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