Does benzene meet any of the Canadian WHMIS hazard criteria?
Benzene meets the Canadian WHMIS criteria for class(es):
B2 - Flammable and combustible material - Flammable liquid
D2A - Poisonous and infectious material - Other effects - Very toxic
Is it classified by OSHA (U.S. Occupational Health and Safety Administration)?
Meets criteria for hazardous material, as defined by 29 CFR 1910.1200.
Does benzene meet the criteria for the European Union (EU) Classification and Labelling Information system?
It meets the EU criteria for class(es):
Highly flammable. Carcinogenic, category 1. Toxic. [F;carc.cat.1;T].
What risk and safety phrases are used by the EU Classification and Labelling Information System?
EU RISK PHRASES :
May cause cancer. Highly flammable. Also toxic: danger of serious damage to health by prolonged exposure through inhalation, in contact with skin and if swallowed. [R:45-11-48/23/24/25].
EU SAFETY PHRASES :
Avoid exposure - obtain special instruction before use. In case of accident or if you feel unwell, seek medical advice immediately (show label where possible). [S:53-45].
