Technical Data Sheet
PE0160
Benzoyl peroxide, moistened with 25% H2O, extra pure, Ph Eur, BP
Identification
C14H10O4
M = 242,23 g/mol
CAS [94-36-0]
EC number: 202-327-6
Taric code: 2916 32 10
O
O
O
O
Synonyms
Dibenzoyl peroxide
Applications
oxidizing agent, catalyst, synthesis of polymers.
Specifications
assay (iodometric).............................................
identity (IR-spectrum)........................................
acidity..................................................................
chlorides (Cl)......................................................
arsenic (As)........................................................
heavy metals (Pb)..............................................
70 - 77 %
passes test
passes test
max. 0,4 %
max. 0,002 %
max. 0,002 %
iron (Fe)..............................................................
water....................................................................
related substances..............................................
residual solvents (Ph Eur/ICH).........................
max. 0,002 %
min. 20 %
passes test
excluded by
production process
Packaging
Packaging Code
100 g
250 g
5
5
PE01600100
PE01600250
Physical data
• Form: powder, white
• Spec. density: 0,53 g/cm3
• Bulk density: ~ 500 - 600 kg/m3
• Solub. in water (20 ºC): almost insoluble
• Melting point: 100 - 105 ºC (decomposes)
Safety - GHS
Signal Word: Danger
Hazard Statements
H241: Heating may cause a fire or explosion.
H319: Causes serious eye irritation.
H317: May cause an allergic skin reaction.
Precautionary Statements:
P210: Keep away from heat / sparks / open flames / hot surfaces. - No smoking.
P305+P351+P338: IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing.
P321: Specific treatment (see on this label).
P410: Protect from sunlight.
P235: Keep cool.
P501a: Dispose of contents / container in accordance with local / regional / national / international regulations.
P210: Keep away from heat / sparks / open flames / hot surfaces. - No smoking.
P305+P351+P338: IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing.
P321: Specific treatment (see on this label).
P410: Protect from sunlight.
P235: Keep cool.
P501a: Dispose of contents / container in accordance with local / regional / national / international regulations.
P210: Keep away from heat / sparks / open flames / hot surfaces. - No smoking.
P305+P351+P338: IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing.
P321: Specific treatment (see on this label).
P410: Protect from sunlight.
P235: Keep cool.
P501a: Dispose of contents / container in accordance with local / regional / national / international regulations.
Technical data sheet - page 1
Version: 2011.12.12
PE0160
Technical Data Sheet
Benzoyl peroxide, moistened with 25% H2O, extra pure, Ph Eur, BP
Safety - DSD/DPD
• Hazard symbols: E (Explosive). Xi (Irritant)
• EC Index no.: 617-008-00-0
R Sentences
E
Explosive
2: Risk of explosion by shock, friction, fire or other sources of ignition.
36: Irritating to eyes.
43: May cause sensitisation by skin contact.
S Sentences
3/7: Keep container tightly closed in a cool place.
14.9: Keep away from flammable organic substances.
24: Avoid contact with skin.
36/37/39: Wear suitable protective clothing, gloves and eye/face protection.
Toxicological data
• LD 50 (oral, rat): > 5000 mg/kg
• MAK: 5 mg/m3
• WGK: 1
• Poison class CH (Swiss): F
Transport/storage
• ADR: 5.2 P1 - • UN 3104 • ORGANIC PEROXIDE
TYPE C, SOLID(Benzoyl peroxide)
• IMDG: 5.2 II • UN 3104 • ORGANIC PEROXIDE TYPE C, SOLID (Benzoyl peroxide)
• IATA/ICAO: 5.2 II • UN 3104 • ORGANIC PEROXIDE TYPE C, SOLID (Benzoyl peroxide)
• PAX: 510
• CAO: 513
• Store between 15ºC and 25ºC
Technical data sheet - page 2
Version: 2011.12.12
Xi
Irritant