Product Identification

Product Name

Benzyl sulfide

Synonyms

1,1'-(Thiobis(methylene))bisbenzene
Benzyl monosulfide
Benzyl thioether
Dibenzyl monosulfide
Dibenzyl sulfide

CAS

538-74-9

Formula

C14H14S

Molecular Weight

214.32

EINECS

208-703-6

RTECS

DC0512500

RTECS Class

Other

Merck

13,1147

Beilstein/Gmelin

1911157

Beilstein Reference

4-06-00-02649

Physical and Chemical Properties

Appearance

Colorless plates or pale beige crystalline solid with a crippling stench.

Solubility in water

Insoluble

Melting Point

47 - 50

Boiling Point

323

Vapor Pressure

0.0005 (25 C)

Density

1.0712 g/cm3 (50 C)

Partition Coefficient

4.29

Heat Of Vaporization

54.2

Usage

Organic synthesis.

First Aid Measures

Ingestion

Get medical aid. Wash mouth out with water.

Inhalation

Remove from exposure to fresh air immediately. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen. Get medical aid.

Skin

Get medical aid. Flush skin with plenty of soap and water for at least 15 minutes while removing contaminated clothing and shoes.

Eyes

Flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes, occasionally lifting the upper and lower eyelids. Get medical aid.

Handling and Storage

Storage

Store in a cool, dry place. Store in a tightly closed container.

Handling

Avoid breathing dust, vapor, mist, or gas. Avoid contact with skin and eyes. Use only in a chemical fume hood.

Hazards Identification

Ingestion

May cause irritation of the digestive tract.

Inhalation

May cause respiratory tract irritation. The toxicological properties of this substance have not been fully investigated.

Skin

May cause skin irritation.

Eyes

May cause eye irritation.

EC Safety Phrase

S 22 24/25

Exposure Controls/Personal Protection

Personal Protection

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.

Fire Fighting Measures

Flash Point

143

Fire Fighting

Wear a self-contained breathing apparatus in pressure-demand, MSHA/NIOSH (approved or equivalent), and full protective gear. To extinguish fire use water spray, dry chemical, carbon dioxide, or chemical foam.

Fire Potential

This chemical is combustible.

Accidental Release Measures

Small spills/leaks

Vacuum or sweep up material and place into a suitable disposal container.

Stability and Reactivity

Stability

No data.

Incompatibilities

Strong oxidizing agents.

Decomposition

Carbon monoxide, oxides of sulfur, carbon dioxide.