| [Fire Fighting] Wear a self-contained breathing apparatus in pressure-demand, MSHA/NIOSH (approved or equivalent), and full protective gear. During a fire, irritating and highly toxic gases may be generated by thermal decomposition or combustion. To extinguish fire, use water, dry chemical, chemical foam, or alcohol-resistant foam. | |
| [Fire Potential] Combustible solid. | |
| [Ingestion] If victim is conscious and alert, give 2-4 cupfuls of milk or water. Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. Get medical aid immediately. | |
| [Inhalation] Remove from exposure to fresh air immediately. Get medical aid if cough or other symptoms appear. | |
| [Skin] Flush skin with plenty of soap and water for at least 15 minutes while removing contaminated clothing and shoes. Get medical aid if irritation develops or persists. | |
| [Eyes] Immediately flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes, occasionally lifting the upper and lower eyelids. Get medical aid. | |
| [Storage] Store in a tightly closed container. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible substances. | |
| [Handling] Wash thoroughly after handling. Remove contaminated clothing and wash before reuse. Minimize dust generation and accumulation. Avoid contact with eyes, skin, and clothing. Avoid ingestion and inhalation. | |
| [Inhalation] Causes respiratory tract irritation. | |
| [Skin] May cause skin irritation. | |
| [Eyes] Causes eye irritation. | |
| [Ingestion] May cause irritation of the digestive tract. Ingestion of large amounts may cause gastrointestinal irritation. | |
| [Hazards] Containers may explode when heated. | |
| [UN (DOT)] 9080 | |
| [Personal Protection] Eyes: Wear appropriate protective eyeglasses or chemical safety goggles as described by OSHA's eye and face protection regulations in 29 CFR 1910.133 or European Standard EN166. Skin: Wear appropriate protective gloves to prevent skin exposure. Clothing: Wear appropriate protective clothing to prevent skin exposure. | |
| [Respirators] Follow the OSHA respirator regulations found in 29CFR 1910.134 or European Standard EN 149. Always use a NIOSH or European Standard EN 149 approved respirator when necessary. | |
| [Exposure Effects] Seizures have been reported to occur in animals receiving lethal doses. | |
| [Appearance] A white crystalline solid. | |
| [Solubility in water] Soluble | |
| [Melting Point] 197.8 | |
| [Density] 1.26 g/cm3 (20 C) | |
| [Usage] Industrial preservative for paper wrappers, agent for reducing curing time in vulcanization of rubber, expectorant used for chronic bronchitis, analytical reagent for various elements. | |
| [Product Name] Benzoic acid ammonium salt | |
| [Synonyms] Azanium benzoate Benzoic acid, ammonium salt Vulnoc AB Vulnoc ABS | |
| [CAS] "CASEN_1863-63-4.htm">1863-63-4 | |
| [Formula] C7H9NO2 | |
| [Molecular Weight] 139.15 | |
| [EINECS] 217-468-9 | |
| [RTECS] DG3378000 | |
| [RTECS Class] Other | |
| [Merck] 12,521 | |
| [Beilstein/Gmelin] 3623172 | |
| [Small spills/leaks] Sweep up, then place into a suitable container for disposal. Avoid generating dusty conditions. | |
| [Stability] Stable under normal temperatures and pressures. | |
| [Incompatibilities] Strong oxidizers. | |
| [Decomposition] Nitrogen oxides, irritating and toxic fumes and gases, ammonia. | |
| [Combustion Products] Irritating and toxic ammonia gas and other nitrogen compounds or oxides of carbon may form in fires. | |
| [UN Number] 9080 | |
| [Hazard Class] 9 |
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