Hexachlorobenzene
NIOSH Potential Occupational Carcinogen
Exclamation Mark
Health Hazard
Environment
Hazard Statements
| Code | Statement | Hazard Class |
|---|---|---|
H332 |
Harmful if inhaled | Acute toxicity, inhalation |
H351 |
Suspected of causing cancer | Carcinogenicity |
H360 |
May damage fertility or the unborn child | Reproductive toxicity |
H362 |
May cause harm to breast-fed children | Reproductive toxicity, effects on or via lactation |
H372 |
Causes damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure | Specific target organ toxicity, repeated exposure |
H373 |
May causes damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure | Specific target organ toxicity, repeated exposure |
H400 |
Very toxic to aquatic life | Hazardous to the aquatic environment, acute hazard |
H410 |
Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects | Hazardous to the aquatic environment, long-term hazard |
Precautionary Statements
| Code | Statement |
|---|---|
P203 |
Obtain, read and follow all safety instructions before use. |
P260 |
Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapors/spray. |
P261 |
Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapors/spray. |
P263 |
Avoid contact during pregnancy/while nursing. |
P264 |
Wash hands [and ...] thoroughly after handling. |
P270 |
Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product. |
P271 |
Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area. |
P273 |
Avoid release to the environment. |
P280 |
Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection/hearing protection/... |
P304+P340 |
IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing. |
P317 |
Get emergency medical help. |
P318 |
if exposed or concerned, get medical advice. |
P319 |
Get medical help if you feel unwell. |
P391 |
Collect spillage. |
P405 |
Store locked up. |
P501 |
Dispose of contents/container to ... |
Physical Properties
A white crystalline substance.
| Boiling Point | 612°F |
| Flash Point | 468°F |
| Vapor Pressure | 1 mmHg at 237.9°F |
| Specific Gravity | 2.044 at 75.2°F |
NFPA 704 Diamond
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Reactivity
Synonyms
HCB; perchlorobenzene; pentachlorophenylchloride; phenyl perchloryl
Data Sources
- GHS Classification: PubChem CID 8370
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