Description

benzyl n-propanoate

Product Information
Odor Profile: Fruity, Sweet, Floral, Jasmin
Olfactory Description: Sweet note, less floral than the acetate giving a fruity, jasmin effect
Visual Description: Clear, colorless liquid
GC Analysis
Benzyl propionate: *8% min
Benzyl alcohol: 0.1% max
Uses: Acid Cleaner Liquid, Detergent, Alcoholic Lotion, Fabric Softener, Anti Perspirant, Foam Bath, Bleach, Hard Surface Cleaner, Deo Stick,  Shampoo, Detergent Perborate, Soap.

BENZYL PROPIONATE SDS MSDS SHEET, MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET

1. PRODUCT AND COMPANY IDENTIFICATION

COMMERCIAL NAME: BENZYL PROPIONATE
CASNumber: *******4
EINECS EC Number: ********3
FEMA Number: ***0
Molecular Formula: C2H5CO2CH2C6H5
Molecular Weight: **4.*0
Relevant Uses: Industrial use only.
Supplier: As per letterhead.

2. HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION

GHS, Globally Harmonized System Classification in accordance with *9 CFR ***0
Classification according to Regulation (EC) No ***2/***8
Not a hazardous substance or mixture according to Regulation (EC) No. ***2/***8.
This substance is not classified as dangerous according to Directive *7/**8/EEC.
Labeling according to GHS & Regulation (EC) No ***2/***8

Signal Word: None

Hazards not otherwise classified (HNOC):
May causes mild skin irritation.
May causes mild eye irritation.

Precautionary statements:
P**1: Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapors/spray.
P**2: Do not get in eyes, on skin, or on clothing.
P**1: Use personal protective equipment as required.
P**2+P**2 - IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of soap and water.
P**3+P**1+P**3 - IF ON SKIN (or hair): Remove/Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water/shower.
P**4 + P**0 - IF INHALED: Remove victim to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing.
P**5 + P**1 + P**8 - IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing.
P**7***3: If eye irritation persists get medical advice/attention.

3. COMPOSITION / INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS

CHEMICAL IDENTIFICATION: BENZYL PROPIONATE
CAS Number: *******4
EINECS EC Number: ********3

4. FIRST-AID MEASURES

EYE CONTACT: Rinse immediately with plenty of water for *0 minutes at least. Contact a physician if symptoms persist.
SKIN CONTACT: Wash thoroughly with soap and water; flush with plenty of water. Take off spoilt clothes. Contact physician if symptoms persist.
INGESTION: Wash the mouth with water; seek medical advice immediately.
INHALATION: Remove from exposure site to fresh air and keep at rest. Obtain medical advice.

5. FIRE-FIGHTING MEASURES

EXTINGUISHING MEDIA RECOMMENDED: CO2, foam, dry chemicals.
NON RECOMMENDED: Do not use direct water jet on burning material.
EXTINGUISHING PROCEDURES: Closed containers may build up pressure at elevated temperatures. If possible, containers should be cooled with a water spray.

6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES

PERSONAL PRECAUTIONS: Use an individual protective equipment (waterproof boots, suitable protective clothing, safety glasses). Prevent any contact with hot surfaces. Do not approach facing the wind.
ENVIRONMENT PRECAUTIONS: Keep away from drains, surface and groundwater and soil.
METHODS FOR CLEANING UP: Contain spilled material. Cover with an inert, non-combustible, inorganic absorbent material, or sweep up, and remove to an approved disposal container. Avoid open flames or other sources of ignition.

7. HANDLING AND STORAGE

PRECAUTIONS IN HANDLING: Apply according to good manufacturing and industrial hygiene practices with proper ventilation. Do not drink, eat or smoke while handling. Respect good personal hygiene.
STORAGE CONDITIONS: Store in cool, dry and ventilated area away from heat sources and protected from light in tightly closed original container. Keep air contact to a minimum.
FIRE PROTECTION: Keep away from ignition sources and naked flame.

8. EXPOSURE CONTROL

RESPIRATORY PROTECTION: Avoid to breath directly on the product. Apply local ventilations when appropriate.
VENTILATION: Ensure good ventilation of the work station.
HAND PROTECTION: Avoid skin contact. Use chemical resistant gloves as needed.
EYE PROTECTION: Use safety glasses.
WORK / HYGIENIC PRACTICES: Wash hands with soap and water after handling.

9. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES

ODOR: Floral, jasmin-like, fruity
COLOR: Benzyl Propionate is colorless to pale yellow
APPEARANCE: Clear mobile liquid
pH: 4.*6
FLASHPOINT (C): > **0
BOILING POINT (C): **3
MELTING POINT (C): 6.4
SPECIFIV GRAVITY: 1.*3
SOLUBILITY: *0g/liter in water

*0. STABILITY AND REACTIVITY

REACTIVITY: It presents no significant reactivity hazards, by itself or in contact with water. Avoid contact with strong acids, alkali or oxidizing agents.
DECOMPOSITION: Carbon monoxide and unidentified organic compounds may be formed during combustion.

*1. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION

LD *0 ORAL/RAT (mg/Kg) ***0
LD *0 DERMAL/RABBIT (mg/Kg) >***0
Carcinogenicity: No component of this product present at levels greater than or equal to 0.1% is identified as probable, possible or confirmed human carcinogen by IARC.

*2. ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION

BIODEGRADABILITY: Not determined.
PRECAUTIONS: Prevent contamination of soil, ground and surface water.
Results of PBT and vPvB assessment: This substance/mixture contains no components considered to be either persistent, bioaccumulative and toxic (PBT), or very persistent and very bioaccumulative (vPvB) at levels of 0.1% or higher.

*3. DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS

In accordance with local environmental laws. Avoid disposing into drainage systems and into the environment.

*4. TRANSPORT REGULATIONS

DOT: Not regulated.
IMDG: Not regulated.
IATA: Not regulated.
Europe ADR/RID hazard class: Not regulated.

*5. REGULATORY INFORMATION

USA:
CERCLA Hazardous Substance List (*0 CFR **2.4): Not listed.
US. OSHA Specifically Regulated Substances (*9 CFR ***0.********0): Not listed.
SARA **4 Emergency release notification: Not regulated.
TSCA Section *2(b) Export Notification (*0 CFR **7, Subpt. D): Not regulated.
SARA **2 Extremely hazardous substance: Not listed.
SARA **1/**2 Hazardous chemical: No
SARA **3 (TRI reporting): Not regulated.

Canada: DSL: Yes, NDSL: No

EINECS EC Number: ********3