BENZONITRILE For Synthesis

BENZONITRILE For Synthesis

Synonyms : Phenyl cyanide

SECTION 1: Identification of the substance/mixture and of the company/undertaking

1.1 Product identifier
Chemical Name : BENZONITRILE (for synthesis) (phenyl cyanide)
Catalogue No. : AL0625 Product form : Substance
CAS Number : 100-47-0 EC Number : 202-855-7
Grade : EC Index Number : 608-012-00-3
Chemical Formula : HSN Code : 29269000
Synonyms : Phenyl cyanide
Chemical Structure :
1.2 Relevant identified uses of the substance or mixture and uses advised against
Use of the substance/mixture : Laboratory chemicals, Manufacture of substances
Uses advised against : No additional information available
1.3 Details of the supplier of the safety data sheet
Company identification : Address:- 102, B wing, Savgan Heights, RTO Lane,
Andheri (W), Mumbai-400 053
Maharashtra, India.
1.4 Emergency Contact Details
Phone / e-Mail : Phone : +91 22 26317055
Mobile : +91 9820385757
e-mail : info@alphachemika.co.in

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture
Classification according to Regulation (EC) No. 1272/2008 [CLP]
Acute toxicity (dermal),
Category 4
H312
Acute toxicity (oral),
Category 4
H302
Full text of hazard classes and H-statements : see section 16
Classification according to Directive 67/548/EEC or 1999/45/EC
Xn; R21/22
Full text of R-phrases: see section 16
Adverse physicochemical, human health and environmental effects
No additional information available
2.2 Label elements
Labelling according to Regulation (EC) No. 1272/2008 [CLP]
Hazard pictograms (CLP) : GHS07GHS07
Signal word (CLP) : -
Hazard statements (CLP) : H302+H312 - Harmful if swallowed or in contact with skin
Precautionary statements (CLP) : P280 - Wear protective gloves, protective clothing, eye protection, face protection.
2.3 Other hazards
Other hazards : No additional information available

SECTION 3: Composition/information on ingredients

3.1. Substance
Name : BENZONITRILE FOR SYNTHESIS
CAS No. : 100-47-0
EC Index No. : 608-012-00-3
EC No. : 202-855-7
Full text of R- and H-phrases: see section 16
3.2. Mixture
Not applicable

SECTION 4: First aid measures

4.1 Description of first aid measures
First-aid measures after inhalation : Assure fresh air breathing. If breathing is difficult, remove victim to fresh air and keep
at rest in a position comfortable for breathing.
First-aid measures after skin contact : Wash with plenty of water/…. Get immediate medical advice/attention.
First-aid measures after eye contact : Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present
and easy to do. Continue rinsing. Get immediate medical advice/attention.
First-aid measures after ingestion : Rinse mouth. Do not induce vomiting.
4.2 Most important symptoms and effects, both acute and delayed
Symptoms relating to use : No additional information available
4.3 Indication of any immediate medical attention and special treatment needed
General information : Treat symptomatically.

SECTION 5: Fire-fighting measures

5.1 Extinguishing media
Suitable extinguishing media : Carbon dioxide. Dry powder. Foam. Water spray.
Unsuitable extinguishing media : Do not use a heavy water stream.
5.2 Special hazards arising from the substance or mixture
Special procedures : No additional information available
5.3 Advice for firefighters
Protection during firefighting : Do not enter fire area without proper protective equipment, including respiratory
protection.

SECTION 6: Accidental release measures

6.1 Personal precautions, protective equipment and emergency procedures
6.1.1. For non-emergency personnel
Emergency procedures : Evacuate unnecessary personnel.
6.1.2. For emergency responders
Protective equipment Use personal protective equipment as required
Emergency procedures Ventilate area.
6.2 Environmental precautions
Avoid release to the environment.
6.3 Methods and material for containment and cleaning up
Methods for cleaning up : Collect spillage. On land, sweep or shovel into suitable containers.
6.4 Reference to other sections
Reference : No additional information available

SECTION 7: Handling and storage

7.1 Precautions for safe handling
Precautions for safe handling : Avoid contact with skin and eyes. Do not breathe vapours.
Hygiene measures : Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product. Wash hands and other exposed areas with mild soap and water before eating, drinking or smoking and when leaving work.
7.2 Conditions for safe storage, including any incompatibilities
Storage conditions : Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed.
7.3 Specific end use(s)
No additional information available

SECTION 8: Exposure controls/personal protection

8.1 Control parameters
No additional information available
8.2 Exposure controls
Hand protection : Protective gloves
Eye protection : Chemical goggles or safety glasses
Skin and body protection : Wear suitable protective clothing
Respiratory protection : [In case of inadequate ventilation] wear respiratory protection.

SECTION 9: Physical and chemical properties

9.1 Information on basic physical and chemical properties
Physical state : Liquid Colour
Colour : Clear Colorless.
Odour : almond odor.
Odour threshold : No data available
pH value : No data available
Relative evaporation rate (butylacetate=1) : 0.1
Melting point : -13 °C
Freezing point : No data available
Boiling point : 191 °C
Flash point : 70 °C
Auto-ignition temperature : 550 °C
Decomposition temperature : No data available
Flammability (solid, gas) : No data available
Vapour pressure : 1 hPa at 20 °C
Relative vapour density at 20°C : 3.6
Density : 1.01 g/cm3
Solubility : Water: Slight (0.1-1%)
Log Pow : No data available
Viscosity, kinematic : No data available
Viscosity, dynamic : No data available
Explosive properties : No data available
Oxidising properties : No data available
Explosive limits : No data available
9.2 Other information
No additional information available

SECTION 10: Stability and reactivity

10.1 Reactivity
No additional information available
10.2 Chemical stability
Stable under normal conditions.
10.3 Possibility of hazardous reactions
No additional information available
10.4 Conditions to avoid
Direct sunlight.
10.5 Incompatible materials
Strong acids. Strong bases. Oxidizing agent.
10.6 Hazardous decomposition products
No additional information available

SECTION 11: Toxicological information

11.1 Information on toxicological effects
Acute toxicity : Dermal: Harmful in contact with skin. Oral: Harmful if swallowed.
Skin corrosion/irritation : Not classified
Serious eye damage/irritation : Not classified
Respiratory or skin sensitisation : Not classified
Germ cell mutagenicity : Not classified
Carcinogenicity : Not classified
STOT-single exposure : Not classified
STOT-repeated exposure : Not classified
Aspiration hazard : Not classified
Potential adverse human health effects and symptoms : Harmful if swallowed. Harmful in contact with skin.

SECTION 12: Ecological information

12.1 Toxicity
Toxicity information : No additional information available
12.2 Persistence - degradability
Persistence - degradability : No additional information available
12.3 Bioaccumulative potential
Bioaccumulative potential : No additional information available
12.4 Mobility in soil
Mobility in soil : No additional information available
12.5 Results of PBT and vPvB assessment
No additional information available
12.6 Other adverse effects
Environmental precautions : No additional information available

SECTION 13: Disposal considerations

13.1 Waste treatment methods
Product/Packaging disposal recommendations : Dispose of contents/container to hazardous or special waste collection point, in accordance with local, regional, national and/or international regulation.

SECTION 14: Transport information

In accordance with ADR / RID / IMDG / IATA / ADN
14.1. UN number
UN-No. (ADR) : 2224
UN-No. (IMDG) : 2224
UN-No. (IATA) : 2224
UN-No. (ADN) : 2224
UN-No. (RID) : 2224
14.2. UN proper shipping name
Proper Shipping Name (ADR) : BENZONITRILE
Proper Shipping Name (IMDG) : BENZONITRILE
Proper Shipping Name (IATA) : BENZONITRILE
Proper Shipping Name (ADN) : BENZONITRILE
Proper Shipping Name (RID) : BENZONITRILE
Transport document description (ADR) : UN 2224, BENZONITRILE, 6.1, II
Transport document description (IMDG) : UN 2224, BENZONITRILE, 6.1, II
Transport document description (IATA) : UN 2224, BENZONITRILE, 6.1, II
Transport document description (ADN) : UN 2224, BENZONITRILE, 6.1, II
Transport document description (RID) : UN 2224, BENZONITRILE, 6.1, II
14.3. Transport hazard class(es)
ADR
Transport hazard class(es) : 6.1
Danger labels : 6.1
IMDG
Transport hazard class(es) : 6.1
Danger labels : 6.1
IATA
Transport hazard class(es) : 6.1
Danger labels : 6.1
ADN
Transport hazard class(es) : 6.1
Danger labels : 6.1
RID
Transport hazard class(es) : 6.1
Danger labels : 6.1
14.4. Packing group
Packing group (ADR) : II
Packing group (IMDG) : II
Packing group (IATA) : II
Packing group (ADN) : II
Packing group (RID) : II
14.5. Environmental hazards
Dangerous for the environment : No
Marine pollutant : No
Other information : No supplementary information available
14.6. Special precautions for user
- Overland transport
Classification code (ADR) : T1
Limited quantities (ADR) : 100ml
Excepted quantities (ADR) : E4
Packing instructions (ADR) : P001, IBC02
Mixed packing provisions (ADR) : MP15
Portable tank and bulk container
instructions (ADR)
: T7
Portable tank and bulk container special
provisions (ADR)
: TP2
Tank code (ADR) : L4BH
Tank special provisions (ADR) : TU15, TE19
Vehicle for tank carriage : AT
Transport category (ADR) : 2
Special provisions for carriage - Loading,
unloading and handling (ADR)
: CV13, CV28
Special provisions for carriage - Operation
(ADR)
: S9, S19
Hazard identification number (Kemler No.) : 60
Orange plates :
Tunnel restriction code (ADR) : D/E
EAC code : 3Z
- Transport by sea
Packing instructions (IMDG) : P001
IBC packing instructions (IMDG) : IBC02
Tank instructions (IMDG) : T7
Tank special provisions (IMDG) : TP2
EmS-No. (Fire) : F-A
EmS-No. (Spillage) : S-A
Stowage category (IMDG) : A
Stowage and handling (IMDG) : SW2
Segregation (IMDG) : SG35
Properties and observations (IMDG) : Colourless liquid with an odour similar to oil of bitter almonds. Reacts with acids,
evolving hydrogen cyanide, a highly toxic and flammable gas. Toxic if swallowed, by
skin contact or by inhalation.
MFAG-No : 152
- Air transport
PCA Excepted quantities (IATA) : E4
PCA Limited quantities (IATA) : Y641
PCA limited quantity max net quantity
(IATA)
: 1L
PCA packing instructions (IATA) : 654
PCA max net quantity (IATA) : 5L
CAO packing instructions (IATA) : 662
CAO max net quantity (IATA) : 60L
ERG code (IATA) : 6L
- Inland waterway transport
Classification code (ADN) : T1
Special provisions (ADN) : 802
Limited quantities (ADN) : 100 ml
Excepted quantities (ADN) : E4
Equipment required (ADN) : PP, EP, TOX, A
Ventilation (ADN) : VE02
Number of blue cones/lights (ADN) : 2
- Rail transport
Classification code (RID) : T1
Excepted quantities (RID) : E4
Packing instructions (RID) : P001, IBC02
Mixed packing provisions (RID) : MP15
Portable tank and bulk container
instructions (RID)
: T7
Portable tank and bulk container special
provisions (RID)
: TP2
Tank codes for RID tanks (RID) : L4BH
Special provisions for RID tanks (RID) : TU15
Transport category (RID) : 2
Special provisions for carriage - Loading,
unloading and handling (RID)
: CW13, CW28, CW31
Colis express (express parcels) (RID) : CE5
Hazard identification number (RID) : 60
14.7. Transport in bulk according to Annex II of MARPOL 73/78 and the IBC Code
Not applicable

SECTION 15: Regulatory information

15.1 Safety, health and environmental regulations/legislation specific for the substance or mixture
15.1.1 EU-Regulations :
No REACH Annex XVII restrictions
BENZONITRILE FOR SYNTHESIS is not on the REACH Candidate List
BENZONITRILE FOR SYNTHESIS is not on the REACH Annex XIV List
15.1.2. National regulations
Germany
12th Ordinance Implementing the Federal
Immission Control Act - 12.BImSchV
: Is not subject of the 12. BlmSchV (Hazardous Incident Ordinance)
Netherlands
SZW-lijst van kankerverwekkende stoffen : The substance is not listed
SZW-lijst van mutagene stoffen : The substance is not listed
NIET-limitatieve lijst van voor de
voortplanting giftige stoffen- Borstvoeding
: The substance is not listed
NIET-limitatieve lijst van voor de
voortplanting giftige stoffen-
Vruchtbaarheid
: The substance is not listed
NIET-limitatieve lijst van voor de
voortplanting giftige stoffen- Ontwikkeling
: The substance is not listed
Denmark
Class for fire hazard : Class III-1
Store unit : 50 liter
Classification remarks : Flammable according to the Danish Ministry of Justice; Emergency management
guidelines for the storage of flammable liquids must be followed
Recommendations Danish Regulation : Young people below the age of 18 years are not allowed to use the product
Pregnant/breastfeeding women working with the product must not be in direct
contact with the product
15.2 Chemical Safety Assessment
No additional information available

SECTION 16: Other Information

Full text of R-, H- and EUH-statements:
Acute Tox. 4 (Dermal) Acute toxicity (dermal), Category 4
Acute Tox. 4 (Oral) Acute toxicity (oral), Category 4
H302 Harmful if swallowed.
H312 Harmful in contact with skin.
R21/22 Harmful in contact with skin and if swallowed
Xn Harmful