MSDS for Benzocaine

XINGHUICHEM950111

**** SECTION 1 - CHEMICAL PRODUCT AND COMPANY IDENTIFICATION ****

MSDS Name: Benzocaine, 99+%

Catalog Numbers: XH950111

Synonyms: Ethyl-4-aminobenzoate, 4-Aminobenzoic acid ethyl ester

Company Identification: Changzhou Xinghui Chemical Co., Ltd.

Xinqiao town, Changzhou, Jiangsu,China

Tel:0086-519-85912897,5920258Fax:0086-519-85910153

E-mail:czxinhe@public.cz.js.cn

**** SECTION 2 - COMPOSITION, INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS ****

**** SECTION 3 - HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION ****

Eye: May cause eye irritation.

Skin: May cause skin irritation.

Ingestion: May cause irritation of the digestive tract. The toxicological properties of this substance have not been fully investigated.

Inhalation: May cause respiratory tract irritation. The toxicological properties of this substance have not been fully investigated.

Chronic: Not available.

**** SECTION 4 - FIRST AID MEASURES ****

Eyes: Flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes, occasionally lifting the upper and lower eyelids. Get medical aid.

Skin: Flush skin with plenty of soap and water for at least 15 minutes while removing contaminated clothing and shoes. Get medical aid if irritation develops or persists. Wash clothing before reuse.

Ingestion: Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. If conscious and alert, wash mouth out with water.

Inhalation: Remove from exposure to fresh air immediately. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen. Get medical aid.

Notes to Physician: Treat symptomatically and supportively.

**** SECTION 5 - FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES ****

General Information: As in any fire, wear a self-contained breathing apparatus in pressure-demand, MSHA/NIOSH (approved or equivalent), and full protective gear.

Extinguishing Media:

In case of fire use water spray, dry chemical, carbon dioxide, or chemical foam.

Autoignition Temperature: > 450 deg C (> 842.00 deg F)

Flash Point: > 100 deg C (> 212.00 deg F)

NFPA Rating: Not published.

Explosion Limits, Lower: Not available.

Upper: Not available.

**** SECTION 6 - ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES ****

General Information: Use proper personal protective equipment as indicated in Section 8.

Spills/Leaks: Vacuum or sweep up material and place into a suitable disposal container.

**** SECTION 7 - HANDLING and STORAGE ****

Handling: Use with adequate ventilation. Avoid breathing dust, vapor, mist, or gas. Avoid contact with skin and eyes. Avoid ingestion and inhalation.

Storage: Store in a cool, dry place. Store in a tightly closed container. Keep from contact with oxidizing materials.

**** SECTION 8 - EXPOSURE CONTROLS, PERSONAL PROTECTION ****

Engineering Controls Use adequate ventilation to keep airborne concentrations low.

PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT

Eyes: Wear appropriate protective eyeglasses or chemical safety goggles as described by OSHA's eye and face protection regulations in 29 CFR 1910.133 or European Standard EN166.

Skin: Wear appropriate gloves to prevent skin exposure.

Clothing: Wear appropriate protective clothing to minimize contact with skin.

Respirators: Follow the OSHA respirator regulations found in 29CFR 1910.134 or European Standard EN 149. Always use a NIOSH or European Standard EN 149 approved respirator when necessary.

**** SECTION 9 - PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES ****

**** SECTION 10 - STABILITY AND REACTIVITY ****

Chemical Stability: Stable under normal temperatures and pressures.

Conditions to Avoid: Incompatible materials.

Incompatibilities with Other Materials: Oxidizing agents, reducing agents, acids, bases.

Hazardous Decomposition Products: Nitrogen oxides, carbon monoxide, irritating and toxic fumes and gases, carbon dioxide, nitrogen.

Hazardous Polymerization: Has not been reported.

**** SECTION 11 - TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION ****

RTECS# CAS# 94-09-7: DG2450000

LD50/LC50: Oral, mouse: LD50 = 2500 mg/kg; Oral, rat: LD50 = 3042 mg/kg.

Carcinogenicity: Benzocaine - Not listed by ACGIH, IARC, NIOSH, NTP, or OSHA.

Other See actual entry in RTECS for complete information.

****Section 12 - Ecological Information****

No information available.

****Section 13 - Disposal Considerations****

Dispose of in a manner consistent with federal, state, and local regulations.

****Section 14 - Transport Information****

US DOT: No information available

IMO: Not regulated as a hazardous material.

IATA: Not regulated as a hazardous material.

RID/ADR: Not regulated as a hazardous material.

Canadian TDG: No information available.

****Section 15 - Regulatory Information****

European/International Regulations

European Labeling in Accordance with EC Directives

Hazard Symbols: Not available.

Risk Phrases: R 36/37/38Irritating to eyes, respiratory system and skin.

R 43May cause sensitization by skin contact.

Safety Phrases: S 24/25Avoid contact with skin and eyes.

S 26In case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of water and seek medical advice.

S 37/39Wear suitable gloves and eye/face protection.

WGK (Water Danger/Protection)

CAS# 94-09-7: 2

Canada: CAS# 94-09-7 is listed on Canada's DSL/NDSL List.

CAS# 94-09-7 is not listed on Canada's Ingredient Disclosure List.

Exposure Limits

US FEDERAL

TSCA: CAS# 94-09-7 is listed on the TSCA inventory.

****Section 16 - Additional Information****

MSDS Creation Date 11/01/1995Revision#1 16/09/2001

The information above is believed to be accurate and represents the best information currently available to us. However, we make no warranty of merchantability or any other warranty, express or implied, with respect to such information, and we assume no liability resulting from its use. Users should make their own investigations to determine the suitability of the information for their particular purposes. In no way shall the company be liable for any claims, losses, or damages of any third party or for lost profits or any special, indirect, incidental, consequential or exemplary damages, howsoever arising, even if the company has been advised of the possibility of such damages.

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