Safety Guideline

OXYBENZONE U. S. P. (2-HYDROXY-4- METHOXYBENZOPHENONE)

Synonym:

Synonyms * Benzophenone-3 * Cyasorb UV 9 * 2-Hydroxy-4-methoxybenzophenone * (2-Hydroxy-4-methoxyphenyl)phenylmethanone * Methanone, (2-hydroxy-4-methoxyphenyl)phenyl- * 4-Methoxy-2-hydroxybenzophenone * MOB * NCI-C60957 * NSC-7778 * Oxybenzone * Spectra-sorb UV 9 * Syntase 62 * UF 3 * USAF CY-9 * Uvinul M 40

CAS Number : 131-57-7

HAZARD (UN)

EXPOSURE CONTROLS/PERSONAL PROTECTION

Irritant.
SPECIAL INDICATION OF HAZARDS TO HUMANS AND THE ENVIRONMENT
Irritating to eyes, respiratory system and skin.

ENGINEERING CONTROLS
     Mechanical exhaust required. Safety shower and eye bath.
GENERAL HYGIENE MEASURES
     Wash contaminated clothing before reuse. Wash thoroughly after handling.
PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT
     Respiratory Protection: Government approved respirator.
     Hand Protection: Rubber gloves.
     Eye Protection: Chemical safety goggles.

HANDLING
Directions for Safe Handling: Do not breathe dust. Avoid contact with eyes, skin, and clothing.
STORAGE
Conditions of Storage: Keep tightly closed. Store in a cool dry place.

FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES

FIRST-AID MEASURES

PROCEDURE(S) OF PERSONAL PRECAUTION(S)
Wear respirator, chemical safety goggles, rubber boots, and heavy rubber gloves.
METHODS FOR CLEANING UP
Sweep up, place in a bag and hold for waste disposal. Avoid raising dust. Ventilate area and wash spill site after material pickup is complete.

EXTINGUISHING MEDIA
Suitable: Carbon dioxide, dry chemical powder, or appropriate foam.
SPECIAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT FOR FIREFIGHTERS
Wear self-contained breathing apparatus and protective clothing to prevent contact with skin and eyes.

AFTER INHALATION
     If inhaled, remove to fresh air.
AFTER SKIN CONTACT
     In case of contact, immediately wash skin with soap and copious amounts of water.
AFTER EYE CONTACT
     Contamination of the eyes should be treated by immediate and prolonged irrigation with copious amounts of water.
AFTER INGESTION
     If swallowed, wash out mouth with water provided person is conscious. Call a physician.
GENERAL INFORMATION
     Contamination of the eyes should be treated by immediate and prolonged irrigation with copious amounts of water.

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Reference: Sigma-Aldrich Pte Ltd #08-01 Citilink Warehouse Singapore 118529 Singapore, Catalog #15659

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