Product Name: Benzyl Acrylate
Chemical Formula: C10H10O2
CAS Number: 2495-37-6
EC Number: 219-674-4
Relevant Identified Uses: Used in the manufacture of polymers, coatings, adhesives, and resins
Manufacturer/Supplier: Provided by chemical distributors, supplier information available on request
Contact Details: Emergency contact details found on original packaging and supplier website
GHS Classification: Flammable liquid (Category 3); Skin irritation (Category 2); Eye irritation (Category 2A); Skin sensitization (Category 1); Specific target organ toxicity - single exposure (Category 3, respiratory tract irritation)
Pictograms: Flame, Exclamation mark
Signal Word: Warning
Hazard Statements: Flammable liquid and vapor. May cause an allergic skin reaction. Causes skin and eye irritation. May cause respiratory irritation.
Precautionary Statements: Keep away from heat and open flames. Avoid breathing mist or vapor. Wear protective gloves/eye protection. Wash hands thoroughly after handling.
Routes of Exposure: Skin, eyes, inhalation
Acute Health Effects: Irritation, redness, coughing, headache
Chronic Health Effects: Repeated exposure may cause skin sensitization or respiratory discomfort
Chemical Name: Benzyl Acrylate
CAS Number: 2495-37-6
Concentration: 98–100% (depending on supplier batch specifications)
Impurities: Trace monomers, possible stabilizers (e.g. hydroquinone)
Synonyms: Acrylic acid benzyl ester, Benzyl-2-propenoate
Other Components: No significant non-hazardous additives reported
Inhalation: Move person to fresh air, keep at rest, seek medical attention if symptoms persist (e.g. cough, shortness of breath)
Skin Contact: Remove contaminated clothing, wash skin thoroughly with soap and water, do not use solvents or thinners, seek medical advice for irritation or sensitization
Eye Contact: Rinse cautiously with water for at least 15 minutes, remove contact lenses if present and easy to do, obtain medical attention
Ingestion: Rinse mouth with water, do not induce vomiting, call a poison center or doctor
Important Symptoms: Skin redness, blistering, itchiness, eye watering or visual discomfort, respiratory discomfort
Suitable Extinguishing Media: Foam, dry chemical, carbon dioxide, water mist (avoid direct water stream on burning material)
Unsuitable Media: High-pressure water jet
Special Hazards: Can release toxic fumes under fire conditions (e.g. carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide, acrid smoke)
Protective Equipment for Firefighters: Self-contained breathing apparatus, full protective gear
Advice: Remove containers from area if safe, employ water spray to cool surrounding containers, prevent run-off to watercourses or sewers
Personal Precautions: Evacuate unnecessary personnel, wear protective clothing including gloves and goggles, ventilate the area
Environmental Precautions: Prevent further leakage or spillage, avoid discharge into drains, surface and ground water
Methods for Cleanup: Absorb with inert material (e.g. sand, earth, vermiculite) and place in chemical waste container, clean area with soap and water, ventilate well
Decontamination: Wash contaminated surface thoroughly, collect washings for disposal as hazardous waste
Disposal of Collected Material: Dispose in accordance with local, regional, national, and international regulations as outlined in section 13
Handling Procedures: Use only in well-ventilated areas, avoid inhaling vapors, do not get on skin or in eyes, avoid contact with incompatible materials such as oxidizers or strong acids
Protection: Use appropriate personal protective equipment, ground all equipment for liquid handling, handle open containers with care to avoid leaks
Storage Conditions: Store in tightly closed container in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from direct sunlight and sources of ignition
Incompatible Materials: Acids, bases, oxidizing agents, peroxides, amines
Recommended Storage Materials: Stainless steel, glass, certain plastics resistant to acrylates, original packaging if intact
Procedures for Transfer: Use antistatic equipment, avoid splashing or generating aerosols
Exposure Limits: No established occupational exposure limits for Benzyl Acrylate, but ACGIH TWA for similar acrylates may serve as a guideline
Engineering Controls: Use general and local exhaust ventilation to keep vapor concentrations below exposure limits
Personal Protective Equipment: Chemical-resistant gloves (nitrile recommended), safety glasses or goggles, flame-retardant protective clothing, face shield if splash risk, respiratory protection if vapor exceeds threshold
Hygiene Measures: Do not eat, drink, or smoke while handling, wash hands and face after use, launder clothing before reuse
Monitoring Procedures: Monitor air where Benzyl Acrylate is handled or stored, keep records of exposure
Appearance: Clear, colorless or slightly yellow liquid
Odor: Sweet, characteristic
Odor Threshold: Not available
pH: Not applicable (neat liquid)
Melting Point: −70 °C
Boiling Point: 263 °C
Flash Point: 94 °C (closed cup)
Evaporation Rate: Not determined
Flammability: Flammable liquid
Explosion Limits: Lower Explosion Limit: 1.3% (estimated), Upper Explosion Limit: not available
Vapor Pressure: 0.03 mmHg at 20 °C
Vapor Density: 5.1 (air = 1)
Relative Density: 1.06 g/cm³ (20°C)
Solubility: Slightly soluble in water; miscible with most organic solvents
Partition Coefficient (n-octanol/water): Estimated log Pow 2.2
Auto-ignition Temperature: 395 °C
Decomposition Temperature: Not available
Viscosity: Not determined
Chemical Stability: Stable under recommended storage conditions with stabilizers (hydroquinone added by manufacturer)
Reactivity: Risk of uncontrolled polymerization in the presence of heat, light, free radical initiators, strong acids or bases
Conditions to Avoid: Exposure to sunlight, elevated temperatures, sources of ignition, incompatible substances
Incompatible Materials: Acids, bases, oxidizing agents, peroxides, metal salts
Hazardous Decomposition Products: Carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide, various acrid and irritating fumes
Polymerization Risk: May polymerize violently if uninhibited or contaminated
Likely Routes of Exposure: Skin, eyes, respiratory system
Acute Toxicity: Oral LD50 (rat) approx. 2500 mg/kg; Dermal LD50 (rabbit) >2000 mg/kg; inhalation not well reviewed
Skin Irritation: Causes irritation, potential for sensitization after repeated contact
Eye Irritation: Causes moderate eye injury with redness, watering
Respiratory Effects: Cough, sore throat, headache at higher concentrations
Chronic Exposure: Skin sensitization (potential allergic reactions with long-term exposure), no clear evidence for carcinogenicity
Mutagenicity/Teratogenicity: Limited data, structurally related acrylates have shown mutagenic potential in laboratory studies
Symptoms: Red skin, itching, blisters, eye pain, watering, runny nose, coughing
Environmental Toxicity: Harmful to aquatic life with long lasting effects
Aquatic Toxicity: Fish (Pimephales promelas) LC50 1–10 mg/L (96h); Daphnia magna EC50 approx. 9 mg/L (48h); Algae EC50 between 3–15 mg/L (72h)
Degradability: Not readily biodegradable under standard test conditions
Bioaccumulation Potential: Potential for bioaccumulation (log Pow > 2)
Mobility in Soil: Low water solubility, may adsorb to soil particles
Other Effects: Spills may coat or smother aquatic organisms, evaporates slowly from surfaces
Waste Treatment Methods: Treat as hazardous waste, incinerate with approved facilities, do not discharge to sewers or waterways
Contaminated Packaging: Clean with appropriate solvents, recycle if possible, dispose as chemical waste if contaminated
EU Waste Code: 07 02 08 (waste from manufacture, formulation, supply, and use of plastics, including benzyl acrylate)
Special Precautions: Do not allow to enter environment, inform disposal contractor of the nature of the material
National Regulations: Follow local, regional, national, and international regulations regarding disposal
UN Number: 1993
UN Proper Shipping Name: Flammable Liquid, N.O.S. (Benzyl Acrylate)
Transport Hazard Class: 3 (flammable liquids)
Packing Group: III
Labels Required: Flammable liquid, environmental hazard
Marine Pollutant: Yes
Special Precautions: Secure containers, keep upright, handle with care, avoid temperature extremes during transit
Labelling: GHS, CLP, OSHA Hazard Communication Standard
TSCA (USA): Listed
EINECS (Europe): Listed
DSL/NDSL (Canada): Listed
REACH Status: Registered
Hazard Phrases: H226 (Flammable liquid and vapor), H317 (May cause allergic skin reaction), H315 (Causes skin irritation), H319 (Causes serious eye irritation), H335 (May cause respiratory irritation)
Precautionary Phrases: P210 (Keep away from heat/sparks/open flames/hot surfaces), P280 (Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection), P261 (Avoid breathing vapors), P305+P351+P338 (If in eyes: rinse cautiously with water), P337+P313 (If eye irritation persists: get medical attention)
Additional National Regulations: Refer to workplace safety authorities for specific regional requirements, chemical accident prevention rules apply
