Safety Data Sheet

Benzoic Acid

Section 1 Product Description

Product Name: Benzoic Acid
Recommended Use: Science education applications
Synonyms: Phenyl Carboxylic Acid; Benzenecarboxylic Acid
Distributor: Carolina Biological Supply Company
2700 York Road, Burlington, NC 27215
1-800-227-1150
Chemical Information: 800-227-1150 (8am-5pm (ET) M-F)
Chemtrec: 800-424-9300 (Transportation Spill Response 24 hours)

Section 2 Hazard Identification

Classification of the chemical in accordance with paragraph (d) of §1910.1200;

DANGER

Harmful if swallowed. Causes serious eye damage. May cause respiratory irritation. May cause drowsiness or dizziness. Toxic to
aquatic life.

GHS Classification:
Serious Eye Damage/Eye Irritation Category 1, Hazardous to the aquatic environment - Acute Category 2, Specific Target Organ
Systemic Toxicity (STOT) - Single Exposure Category 3, Acute Toxicity - Oral Category 5

Section 3 Composition / Information on Ingredients

Chemical Name CAS # %
Benzoic Acid 65-85-0 100

Section 4 First Aid Measures

Emergency and First Aid Procedures
Inhalation: IF INHALED: Remove victim to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing.
Eyes: IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy
to do. Continue rinsing.
Ingestion: IF SWALLOWED: Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician if you feel unwell.

Section 5 Firefighting Procedures

Extinguishing Media: Use dry chemical, CO2 or appropriate foam.
Fire Fighting Methods and Protection: Firefighters should wear full protective equipment and NIOSH approved self-contained
breathing apparatus.
Fire and/or Explosion Hazards: Fire or excessive heat may produce hazardous decomposition products. Vapors may
travel back to ignition source. Closed Containers exposed to heat may explode. Avoid
Dusting. May become explosive when dispersed in air. Explosive when mixed with
oxidising substances.
Hazardous Combustion Products: Carbon dioxide, Carbon monoxide

Section 6 Spill or Leak Procedures

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Prevent the spread of any spill to minimize harm to human health and the environment if safe
to do so. Wear complete and proper personal protective equipment following the
recommendation of Section 8 at a minimum. Dike with suitable absorbent material like
granulated clay. Gather and store in a sealed container pending a waste disposal evaluation.
Gather and store in a sealed container pending a waste disposal evaluation.

Section 7 Handling and Storage

Handling: Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapors/spray. Wash thoroughly after handling. Do no eat, drink or smoke
when using this product. Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area. Avoid release to the environment. Wear
protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection. Keep container tightly closed in a cool, well-
ventilated place. Avoid contact with skin and eyes. Do not ingest or take internally. Avoid contact with clothing.
After contact with skin, wash immediately with plenty of water.
Storage: Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed. Store locked up. Keep container tightly closed in a
cool, well-ventilated place.
Storage Code: White - Corrosive. Separate acids from bases; separate oxidizer acids from organic acids.

Section 8 Protection Information

ACGIH OSHA PEL
Chemical Name (TWA) (STEL) (TWA) (STEL)
No data available N/A N/A N/A N/A

Control Parameters
Engineering Measures: No exposure limits exist for the constituents of this product. General room ventilation
might be required to maintain operator comfort under normal conditions of use.
Personal Protective Equipment (PPE): Lab coat, apron, eye wash, safety shower.
Respiratory Protection: Respiratory protection may be required to avoid overexposure when handling this
product. General or local exhaust ventilation is the preferred means of protection. Use a
respirator if general room ventilation is not available or sufficient to eliminate symptoms.
Eye Protection: Wear chemical splash goggles when handling this product. Have an eye wash station
available.
Skin Protection: Avoid skin contact by wearing chemically resistant gloves, an apron and other protective
equipment depending upon conditions of use. Inspect gloves for chemical break-through
and replace at regular intervals. Clean protective equipment regularly. Wash hands and
other exposed areas with mild soap and water before eating, drinking, and when leaving
work. Inspect gloves for chemical break-through and replace at regular intervals. Clean
protective equipment regularly.
Gloves: No information available

Section 9 Physical Data

Formula: C7H6O2 Vapor Pressure: 0.0011 hPa at 20 °C
Molecular Weight: 122.13 Evaporation Rate (BuAc=1): N/A
Appearance: Crystalline Solid Vapor Density (Air=1): 4.21
Odor: No data available Specific Gravity: 1.316
Odor Threshold: No data available Solubility in Water: Practically Insoluble
pH: 2.5 - 3.5 at 20 °C (68 °F) Log Pow (calculated): 1.88
Melting Point: 121 - 125 C Autoignition Temperature: No data available
Boiling Point: 249 C Decomposition Temperature: No data available
Flash Point: 121 C Viscosity: No data available
Flammable Limits in Air: N/A Percent Volatile by Volume: N/A

Section 10 Reactivity Data

Reactivity: No data available
Chemical Stability: Stable under normal conditions.
Conditions to Avoid: None known.
Incompatible Materials: Caustics (bases), Strong oxidizing agents, Strong reducing agents
Hazardous Polymerization: Will not occur

Section 11 Toxicity Data

Routes of Entry Inhalation and ingestion.

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Symptoms (Acute): Eye disorders, , Respiratory disorders
Delayed Effects: No data available

Acute Toxicity:
Chemical Name CAS Number Oral LD50 Dermal LD50 Inhalation LC50
Benzoic Acid 65-85-0 Oral LD50 Mouse Not determined Not determined
1940 mg/kg
Oral LD50 Rat
1700 mg/kg

Carcinogenicity:
Chemical Name CAS Number IARC NTP OSHA
No data available 65-85-0 Not listed Not listed Not listed

Chronic Effects:
Mutagenicity: No evidence of a mutagenic effect.
Teratogenicity: No evidence of a teratogenic effect (birth defect).
Sensitization: No evidence of a sensitization effect.
Reproductive: No evidence of negative reproductive effects.
Target Organ Effects:
Acute: See Section 2
Chronic: Not listed as a carcinogen by IARC, NTP or OSHA., Mutation data cited.

Section 12 Ecological Data

Overview: This material is not expected to be harmful to the ecology.
Mobility: No data
Persistence: No data
Bioaccumulation: No data
Degradability: No data
Other Adverse Effects: No data

Chemical Name CAS Number Eco Toxicity

Benzoic Acid 65-85-0 96 HR LC50 GAMBUSIA AFFINIS 180 MG/L
24 HR EC50 DAPHNIA MAGNA 300 MG/L
48 HR EC50 DAPHNIA MAGNA 860 MG/L [STATIC]
3 HR EC50 ANABAENA INAEQUALIS 5 MG/L

Section 13 Disposal Information

Disposal Methods: Dispose in accordance with all applicable Federal, State and Local regulations. Always
contact a permitted waste disposer (TSD) to assure compliance.
Waste Disposal Code(s): Not Determined

Section 14 Transport Information

Ground - DOT Proper Shipping Name: Air - IATA Proper Shipping Name:
Not regulated in small quantities. Would be regulated as UN3077 Not regulated for air transport by IATA.
only if the reportable quantity (5000 lbs) is exceeded.

Section 15 Regulatory Information

TSCA Status: All components in this product are on the TSCA Inventory.

Chemical Name CAS § 313 Name § 304 RQ CERCLA RQ § 302 TPQ CAA 112(2)
Number TQ

Benzoic Acid 65-85-0 No 5000 lb 5000 lb final No No

RQ RQ; 2270 kg
final RQ

Section 16 Additional Information

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Revised: 10/06/2015 Replaces: 09/09/2015 Printed: 10-29-2015
The information provided in this (Material) Safety Data Sheet represents a compilation of data drawn directly from various sources
available to us. Carolina Biological Supply makes no representation or guarantee as to the suitability of this information to a particular
application of the substance covered in the (Material) Safety Data Sheet.

Glossary
ACGIH American Conference of Governmental NTP National Toxicology Program
Industrial Hygienists OSHA Occupational Safety and Health Administration
CAS Chemical Abstract Service Number PEL Permissible Exposure Limit
CERCLA Comprehensive Environmental Response, ppm Parts per million
Compensation, and Liability Act RCRA Resource Conservation and Recovery Act
DOT U.S. Department of Transportation SARA Superfund Amendments and Reauthorization Act
IARC International Agency for Research on Cancer TLV Threshold Limit Value
N/A Not Available TSCA Toxic Substances Control Act
IDLH Immediately dangerous to life and health

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