Benzene

Basic Information of Benzene

Benzene (CAS No. 71-43-2) is a colorless, highly flammable liquid with a sweet odor, widely recognized as a critical building block in the petrochemical industry. Its unique chemical structure makes it invaluable for synthesizing a vast array of downstream products.

CAS No.:	71-43-2
EC No.:	200-753-7
Linear Formula:	C₆H₆
Molecular Weight:	78.11
Appearance:	Transparent Liquid
Melting Point:	5.5 °C (lit.)
Density:	0.874 g/mL at 25 °C (lit.)
RIDADR:	UN 1114 3/PG 2
Chemical Structure:

Key Applications of Benzene

Benzene's versatility makes it indispensable across numerous sectors:

• Styrene Production: The largest end-use, leading to polystyrene plastics and synthetic rubber.

• Cumene Manufacturing: A key precursor for phenol and acetone.

• Cyclohexane Production: Used in the synthesis of nylon fibers and resins.

• Aniline and Maleic Anhydride: Important intermediates for dyes, pharmaceuticals, and resins.

• Industrial Solvent: Utilized in specific applications where its unique solvency properties are required, though its use as a general solvent is limited due to health concerns.

• Synthetic Detergents and Pesticides: A building block for various chemical compounds.

• Strict Quality Assurance: Our Benzene undergoes rigorous testing at every stage to guarantee compliance with specified purity and quality standards.

• Safety and Compliance: We prioritize the safe handling, storage, and transport of Benzene, providing comprehensive Safety Data Sheets (SDS) and adhering to all dangerous goods regulations.

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Hazards Classification

• GHS Classification: Flammable Liquid (GHS02), Acute Toxicity (GHS07), Health Hazard (GHS08)

• Hazard Statements: Highly flammable liquid and vapor; harmful if inhaled; causes serious eye irritation; may cause drowsiness or dizziness; causes damage to blood and bone marrow through prolonged or repeated exposure; may cause cancer.

• UN Number: UN 1114

• Hazard Class: 3 (Flammable Liquids)

• Packing Group: II