Benzene PurCert Secondary Reference Standard For GC (CRM) [Includes all characterization data]

CRM


Synonym:  Benzene
Linear Formula:  C6H6
Molecular Weight:  78.11
CAS Number: 71-43-2

Properties

Vapour pressure 166 mmHg
Autoignition temp. 1043°F
Explosion limit 8 %
Assay Purity >=99.5 %
Refractive index n20/D 1.501
B pt. 80°C
M pt. 5.5°C
Density 0.874 g/cm3
Form Liquid

Safety Information

Hazard Statement(s) H225,H304,H315,H319,H340,H350,H372,H412
Precautionary Statement  P210 - P273 - P301 + P310 - P303 + P361 + P353 - P305 + P351 + P338 - P331
GHS Pictogram
Signal word Danger
HS Code 29022000
Storage Temp. Room Temperature
Storage Class 3 - Flammable liquids
UN Number 1114

Description

Application
Benzene is widely used as a starting material in the production of chemicals such as plastics synthetic fibers dyes detergents and pharmaceuticals.

Purpose
The main purpose of benzene is to serve as an important industrial solvent and intermediate for manufacturing a wide range of chemical products.

General Description
Benzene is an organic aromatic hydrocarbon with the chemical formula CH. It consists of six carbon atoms arranged in a hexagonal ring with one hydrogen atom attached to each carbon.