Safety Data SheetChemical Risk Assessment

Benzyl Alcohol

Name: Benzyl Alcohol
Brand: E K Industries, Inc.

by E K Industries, Inc.

SDS · PDF, approx. 220 KB CRA · PDF, approx. 180 KB

Benzyl Alcohol is supplied by E K Industries, Inc. under product code 2249. This page provides both the Safety Data Sheet (SDS) and the Chemical Risk Assessment (CRA) for this substance, under OSHA regulations for UK workplace use under COSHH. The full SDS and CRA documents are available to download above.

This SDS was last revised on 16 September 2015. The matching CRA is updated in line with SDS revisions. Workplaces handling this substance should retain a current SDS and risk assessment for the duration of use.

Language: English
Regulation: OSHA
Revision Date: 16 Sep 2015
Signal Word: DANGER
Product Code: 2249
CAS Number: 100-51-6

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Hazards at a GlanceFrom the Safety Data Sheet

Signal Word: DANGER

GHS07Harmful / irritant

GHS06Acute toxicity

GHS02Flammable

Hazard Statements (H-phrases)

H302: Harmful if swallowed.
H312: Harmful in contact with skin.
H331: Toxic if inhaled.
H227: See full Safety Data Sheet for the hazard statement wording.

Need the full hazard breakdown? Precautionary statements, first aid, physical properties and exposure controls are in the full SDS PDF.

Common QuestionsAbout this Safety Data Sheet

Chemical Risk Assessment SummaryFrom the Chemical Risk Assessment

Assessment Summary

This Chemical Risk Assessment is derived from the Safety Data Sheet for Benzyl Alcohol issued by E K Industries, Inc. on 16 September 2015 It presents the substance's hazards organised by risk level, with the relevant regulatory statements and recommended controls for each. These hazards are rated across two levels: High and Medium Risk, based on the hazard classifications in the SDS.

Hazard PreviewA snapshot of substance hazards and controls

Rating Before Controls

HIGH RISK

H331: Toxic if inhaled

P261 Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray.

P271 Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area.

P403 + P235 Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep cool

P233 Keep container tightly closed.

P501 Dispose of contents/container to correct disposal area.

P405 Store locked up

3 other controls in place

Rating Before Controls

HIGH RISK

H227: Combustible liquid

P210 Keep away from heat/sparks/open flames/hot surfaces. — No smoking

P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection.

P370 + P378 In case of fi re: Use See SDS… for extinction

Rating Before Controls

HIGH RISK

H312: Harmful in contact with skin

P501 Dispose of contents/container to correct disposal area.

P280: Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection.

P302 + P352 IF ON SKIN: wash with plenty of soap and water

P312 Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician if you feel unwell

P322 Specific measures (see …on this label)

P363 Wash contaminated clothing before reuse.

Note: This is a preview of the substance's hazards. A substance commonly carries more hazards. Download the full Chemical Risk Assessment for more information.

Recommended Control MeasuresKey PPE and handling controls

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Common QuestionsAbout this Risk Assessment

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