MSDS Benzene (C6H6) – Safety Data Sheet & GHS Hazards

Summary MSDS for Benzene (C6H6), CAS 71-43-2: substance identity, GHS hazard classification, hazard and precautionary statements, and links to the manufacturer's official SDS.

Identity summary

Name Benzene
Other names (IUPAC) –
Molecular formula C6H6
CAS number 71-43-2
Molar mass 78.11 g/mol
PubChem CID 241

Hazard identification (GHS)

Signal word: DANGER

Pictograms:

GHS07 – Harmful / irritant
Harmful / irritant
GHS08 – Health hazard
Health hazard
GHS09 – Environmental hazard
Environmental hazard
GHS02 – Flammable
Flammable

Hazard statements (H)

  • H302: Harmful if swallowed.
  • H315: Causes skin irritation.
  • H319: Causes serious eye irritation.
  • H361: Suspected of damaging fertility or the unborn child.
  • H370: Causes damage to organs.
  • H372: Causes damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure.
  • H340: May cause genetic defects.
  • H350: May cause cancer.
  • H336: May cause drowsiness or dizziness.
  • H304: May be fatal if swallowed and enters airways.
  • H411: Toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects.
  • H225: Highly flammable liquid and vapor.

Precautionary statements (P)

Prevention

  • P273: Avoid release to the environment.
  • P270: Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product.
  • P202: Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood.
  • P240: Ground and bond container and receiving equipment.
  • P260: Do not breathe mist or vapours.
  • P210: Keep away from heat, hot surfaces, sparks, open flames and other ignition sources. No smoking.
  • P233: Keep container tightly closed.
  • P201: Obtain special instructions before use.
  • P243: Take action to prevent static discharges.
  • P241: Use explosion-proof electrical/ ventilating/ lighting/ equipment.
  • P242: Use non-sparking tools.
  • P271: Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area.
  • P264: Wash skin thoroughly after handling.
  • P280: Wear protective gloves/ protective clothing/ eye protection/ face protection.

Response

  • P370 + P378: In case of fire: Use dry sand, dry chemical or alcohol-resistant foam to extinguish.
  • P391: Collect spillage.
  • P331: Do NOT induce vomiting.
  • P337 + P313: If eye irritation persists: Get medical advice/ attention.
  • P305 + P351 + P338: IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing.
  • P308 + P311: IF exposed or concerned: Call a POISON CENTER/doctor.
  • P362 + P364: Take off contaminated clothing and wash it before reuse.
  • P303 + P361 + P353: IF ON SKIN (or hair): Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water.
  • P332 + P313: If skin irritation occurs: Get medical advice/ attention.
  • P301 + P310: IF SWALLOWED: Immediately call a POISON CENTER/doctor.
  • P304 + P340 + P312: IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing. Call a POISON CENTER/doctor if you feel unwell.

Storage

  • P403 + P233: Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed.
  • P403 + P235: Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep cool.
  • P405: Store locked up.

Disposal

  • P501: Dispose of contents/ container to an approved waste disposal plant.

The GHS classification above matches TCI (Tokyo Chemical Industry) official data for product Q0038 Benzene [Sequencing Solvent]. Substance identity from PubChem CID 241.

Download the official SDS & CoA

The applicable Safety Data Sheet is the manufacturer's SDS for the product and lot you purchase. For products available from AMI Scientific:

TCI Q0038 – Benzene [Sequencing Solvent] Official SDS & CoA (TCI)
TCI Q0038 – Benzene [Sequencing Solvent] View product
TCI B0020 – Benzene [for Spectrophotometry] Official SDS & CoA (TCI)View product

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This summary was compiled by AMI Scientific from TCI official GHS data for information purposes. Classification may differ by concentration, form, and supplier. Always refer to the manufacturer's official SDS for the product and lot you use. Updated: 23-10-2026.