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Synonyms: phenylethane, EB, ethylbenzol, ethyl benzene
Molecular formula: C8H10
CAS No: 100-41-4
EC No: 202-849-4 Physical data
Appearance: colourless liquid
Melting point: -95 C
Boiling point: 136 C
Vapour density: 3.7
Vapour pressure: 10 mm Hg at 20 C
Specific gravity: 0.867
Flash point: 15 C
Explosion limits: 1 % - 6.7 %
Autoignition temperature: 432 C
Stability
Stable. Incompatible with oxidizing agents. Flammable.
Toxicology
May be harmful by inhalation, ingestion or through skin contact. Causes
severe eye irritation. Skin and respiratory system irritant.
Experimental teratogen. Narcotic in high concentration.
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ORL-RAT LD50 3500 mg kg-1
SKN-RBT LD50 17800 mg kg-1
IHL-GPG LCLO 10000 ppm
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SKN-RBT 15 mg/24h open mld.
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R10 R36 R37 R38.
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Safety glasses. Good ventilation.