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Benzidine dihydrochloride

Benzidine dihydrochloride chemical structure
CAS Number531-85-1
FormulaC12H12N2 · 2HCl
Mol. Weight257.16 g/mol

What is Benzidine dihydrochloride?

Benzidine dihydrochloride is a chemical compound with CAS number 531-85-1 and molecular formula C12H12N2 · 2HCl. It is used in various industrial and research applications.

Applications

Benzidine (4,4′-Diaminobiphenyl) is an environmental genotoxin that posses increased risks of cancer to exposed people. Benzidine may be used as a reference material in procedures that analyze for benzidine. Benzidine can be used in studies on its mechanisms of genotoxicity.

Specifications

Molecular Weight

257.16 g/mol

Assay/Purity

≥99% (titration)

Safety Information

GHS07GHS07
GHS08GHS08
GHS09GHS09
Signal Word

Danger

Hazard Statements

H302-H350-H410

Precautionary Statements

P201-P273-P308 + P313-P501

Required PPE

Eyeshields, Faceshields, full-face particle respirator type N100 (US), Gloves, respirator cartridge type N100 (US), type P1 (EN143) respirator filter, type P3 (EN 143) respirator cartridges

EC Number

208-519-6

WGK Germany

3

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