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US. NIOSH: Pocket Guide to Chemical Hazards <br />ValueMaterial Type <br />STEL 1 ppmBenzene <br />TWA 0.1 ppm <br />ValueComponents Type <br />STEL 1 ppmBenzene (CAS 71-43-2) <br />TWA 0.1 ppm <br />Biological limit values <br />ACGIH <br />ValueComponents Determinant Specimen Sampling Time <br />500 µg/g t,t-Muconic <br />acid <br />Creatinine in <br />urine <br />*Benzene (CAS 71-43-2) <br />ACGIH Biological Exposure Indices <br />ValueMaterial Determinant Specimen Sampling Time <br />25 µg/g S-Phenylmerca <br />pturic acid <br />Creatinine in <br />urine <br />*Benzene <br />ValueComponents Determinant Specimen Sampling Time <br />25 µg/g S-Phenylmerca <br />pturic acid <br />Creatinine in <br />urine <br />*Benzene (CAS 71-43-2) <br />* - For sampling details, please see the source document. <br />Exposure guidelines <br />US - California OELs: Skin designation <br />Benzene (CAS 71-43-2) Can be absorbed through the skin. <br />US ACGIH Threshold Limit Values: Skin designation <br />Benzene (CAS 71-43-2) Danger of cutaneous absorption <br />Explosion-proof general and local exhaust ventilation. Good general ventilation should be used. <br />Ventilation rates should be matched to conditions. If applicable, use process enclosures, local <br />exhaust ventilation, or other engineering controls to maintain airborne levels below recommended <br />exposure limits. If exposure limits have not been established, maintain airborne levels to an <br />acceptable level. Provide eyewash station and safety shower. <br />Appropriate engineering <br />controls <br />Individual protection measures, such as personal protective equipment <br />Wear safety glasses with side shields (or goggles). Wear face shield if there is risk of splashes.Eye/face protection <br />Skin protection <br />Wear appropriate chemical resistant gloves. Viton® gloves are recommended.Hand protection <br />Skin protection <br />Wear appropriate chemical resistant clothing. Use of an impervious apron is recommended.Other <br />If engineering controls do not maintain airborne concentrations below recommended exposure <br />limits (where applicable) or to an acceptable level (in countries where exposure limits have not <br />been established), an approved respirator must be worn. Chemical respirator with organic vapor <br />cartridge and full facepiece. <br />Respiratory protection <br />Wear appropriate thermal protective clothing, when necessary.Thermal hazards <br />Observe any medical surveillance requirements. When using do not smoke. Always observe good <br />personal hygiene measures, such as washing after handling the material and before eating, <br />drinking, and/or smoking. Routinely wash work clothing and protective equipment to remove <br />contaminants. <br />General hygiene <br />considerations <br />9. Physical and chemical properties <br /> Appearance <br />Liquid.Physical state <br />Liquid.Form <br />Colorless to pale yellow.Color <br />Gasoline.Odor <br />Odor threshold Not available. <br />Benzene <br />Prepared by 3E Company <br />914414 Version #: 03 Revison date: 09-January-2023 Print date: 09-January-2023 4 / 9