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Chemical Name
Benzene
Synonyms
Benzol, Phenyl hydride
CAS Registry Number
71432
RTECS Number
CY1400000
DOT/NAERG Numbers 1114 130
CCOHS Record Number 49
Molecular Formula C6H6
Description Note [Note: A solid below 42°F.]
Description
Colorless to lightyellow liquid with an aromatic odor.
Note
[Note: A solid below 42°F.]
EXPOSURE LIMITS
Conversion Factor
1 ppm = 3.19 mg/m3
NIOSH Recommended Exposure Limits (REL)
NIOSH REL: Ca TWA 0.1 ppm ST 1 ppm See Appendix A
OSHA Current Permissible Exposure Limits (PEL)
OSHA PEL: [1910.1028] TWA 1 ppm ST 5 ppm See Appendix F
IDLH Concentration
Ca [500 ppm]
RESPIRATORY PROTECTION
Recommendations For Respirator Selection
NIOSH At concentrations above the NIOSH REL, or where there is no REL, at any
detectable concentration: (APF = 10,000) Any selfcontained breathing apparatus that
has a full facepiece and is operated in a pressuredemand or other positivepressure
mode. (APF = 10,000) Any suppliedair respirator that has a fullfacepiece and is
operated in a pressuredemand or other positivepressure mode in combination with an
auxiliary selfcontained breathing apparatus operated in pressuredemand or other
positivepressure mode. Escape: (APF = 50) Any airpurifying, fullfacepiece respirator
(gas mask) with a chinstyle, front or backmounted organic vapor canister. Any
appropriate escapetype, selfcontained breathing apparatus. See Appendix E
PERSONAL PROTECTION AND SANITATION
Skin Protection
Wear appropriate personal protective clothing to prevent skin contact.
Eye Protection
Wear appropriate eye protection to prevent eye contact.
Skin Cleanup
The worker should immediately wash the skin when it becomes contaminated.
Clothing/PPE Removal
Work clothing that becomes wet should be immediately removed due to its flammability
hazard (i.e. for liquids with a flash point <100°F).
Clothing/PPE Change
No recommendation is made specifying the need for the worker to change clothing after
the workshift.
PPE Facilities
Eyewash fountains should be provided in areas where there is any possibility that
workers could be exposed to the substances; this is irrespective of the recommendation
involving the wearing of eye protection. Facilities for quickly drenching the body should
be provided within the immediate work area for emergency use where there is a
possibility of exposure. [Note: It is intended that these facilities provide a sufficient
quantity or flow of water to quickly remove the substance from any body areas likely to
be exposed. The actual determination of what constitutes an adequate quick drench
facility depends on the specific circumstances. In certain instances, a deluge shower
should be readily available, whereas in others, the availability of water from a sink or
hose could be considered adequate.]
HEALTH HAZARDS AND FIRST AID
Potential Routes of Exposure
Inhalation, skin absorption, ingestion, skin and/or eye contact
Potential Symptoms of Exposure
Irritation eyes, skin, nose, respiratory/respiration system; dizziness; headache, nausea,
staggered gait; anorexia, lassitude (weakness, exhaustion); dermatitis; bone marrow
depressed/depression; potential occupational carcinogen
Target Organs
Eyes, skin, respiratory/respiration system, blood, central nervous system, bone marrow
Potential Occupational Carcinogen
[leukemia]
Eyes First Aid
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.
Skin First Aid
If this chemical contacts the skin, immediately wash the contaminated skin with soap
and water. If this chemical penetrates the clothing, immediately remove the clothing,
wash the skin with soap and water, and get medical attention promptly.
Inhalation First Aid
If a person breathes large amounts of this chemical, move the exposed person to fresh
air at once. If breathing has stopped, perform artificial respiration. Keep the affected
person warm and at rest. Get medical attention as soon as possible.
Ingestion First Aid
If this chemical has been swallowed, get medical attention immediately.
PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
Molecular Weight MW: 78.1
Boiling Point BP: 176°F
Freezing Point FRZ: 42°F
Solubility Sol: 0.07%
Vapor Pressure VP: 75 mmHg
Specific Gravity Sp.Gr: 0.88
Flash Point Fl.P: 12°F
Lower Explosive Limit LEL: 1.2%
Upper Explosive Limit UEL: 7.8%
Ionization Potential IP: 9.24 eV
Flammability Class
Class IB Flammable Liquid
Incompatibilities and Reactivities
Strong oxidizers, many fluorides & perchlorates, nitric acid
Measurement Method
NIOSH 1500 http://www.cdc.gov/niosh/nmam/pdfs/1500.pdf
NIOSH 1501 http://www.cdc.gov/niosh/nmam/pdfs/1501.pdf
NIOSH 3700 http://www.cdc.gov/niosh/nmam/pdfs/3700.pdf
NIOSH 3800 http://www.cdc.gov/niosh/nmam/pdfs/3800.pdf
OSHA 12 http://www.osha.gov/dts/sltc/methods/organic/org012/org012.html
OSHA 1005 http://www.osha.gov/dts/sltc/methods/validated/1005/1005.html
End of Record
The NIOSH Pocket Guide is provided by US NIOSH and reflects the most recent printed
edition dated February 3, 2009.
Please review the NIOSH Pocket Guide Supplement for important information about
respiratory selection.
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