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PHENOL | ICSC: 0070 |
Phenic acid Hydroxybenzene C6H6O / C6H5OH Molecular mass: 94.1 CAS # 108-95-2 RTECS # SJ3325000 UN # 1671 EC # 604-001-00-2 October 15, 2001 Peer reviewed |
TYPES OF HAZARD/ EXPOSURE | ACUTE HAZARDS/ SYMPTOMS | PREVENTION |
FIRST AID/ FIRE FIGHTING |
FIRE |
Combustible.
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NO open flames.
NO contact with strong oxidants.
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Alcohol-resistant foam,
powder, water spray, foam, carbon dioxide.
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EXPLOSION |
Above 79°C explosive vapour/air mixtures may be formed.
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Above 79°C use a closed system, ventilation.
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In case of fire: keep drums, etc., cool by spraying with water.
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EXPOSURE |
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AVOID ALL CONTACT!
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IN ALL CASES CONSULT A DOCTOR!
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INHALATION |
Sore throat.
Burning sensation.
Cough.
Dizziness.
Headache.
Nausea.
Vomiting.
Shortness of breath.
Laboured breathing.
Unconsciousness.
Symptoms may be delayed (see Notes).
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Avoid inhalation of fine dust and mist.
Ventilation, local exhaust, or breathing protection.
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Fresh air, rest.
Half-upright position.
Refer for medical attention.
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SKIN |
EASILY ABSORBED.
Serious skin burns.
Numbness. Convulsion. Collapse. Coma. Death.
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Protective gloves.
Protective clothing.
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Remove contaminated clothes.
Rinse skin with plenty of water or shower.
To remove substance use polyethylene glycol 300 or vegetable oil.
Refer for medical attention.
Wear protective gloves when administering first aid.
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EYES |
Pain.
Redness.
Permanent
loss of vision.
Severe deep burns.
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Face shield,
or eye protection in combination with breathing protection.
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First rinse with plenty of water for several minutes (remove contact lenses if easily possible), then take to a doctor.
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INGESTION |
Corrosive.
Abdominal pain.
Convulsions.
Diarrhoea.
Shock or collapse.
Sore throat.
Smoky, greenish-dark urine.
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Do not eat, drink, or smoke during work.
Wash hands before eating.
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Rinse mouth.
Give plenty of water to drink.
Do NOT induce vomiting.
Refer for medical attention.
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SPILLAGE DISPOSAL | STORAGE | PACKAGING & LABELLING | ||
Sweep spilled substance into sealable containers; if appropriate, moisten first to prevent dusting.
Carefully collect remainder,
then remove to safe place.
Personal protection: complete protective clothing including self-contained breathing apparatus.
Do NOT let this chemical enter the environment.
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Provision to contain effluent from fire extinguishing.
Separated from
strong oxidants,
food and feedstuffs
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Dry.
Well closed.
Keep in a well-ventilated room.
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Do not transport with food and feedstuffs.
T symbol C symbol R: 23/24/25-34-48/20/21/22-68 S: 1/2-24/25-26-28-36/37/39-45 UN Hazard Class: 6.1 UN Packing Group: II |
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