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benzene
C6H6(benzene)
Benzene is a sweet-smelling, flammable liquid used in plastics, resins, and synthetic fibers; it's toxic and potentially cancer-causing.
Specifications we measure
| Range | Resolution | Technology | Sensor Module | |
| 100 % LEL | 0.1 | Catalytic Pellistor | ES-COM-4CP100 | |
| 1.2 %V/V | 0.01 | Catalytic Pellistor | ES-COM-4CP100 | |
| 300 PPM | 1 | Photo Ionization Detector | ES-VOC-4PI300(0.5) |
OSHA Guidelines
- TWA : 1 PPM (8-hr )
- STEL : 5 PPM (15 min.)
NIOSH Guidelines
- TWA : 0.1 PPM (10-hr )
- STEL : 1 PPM (15 min.)
ACGIH Guidelines
- TWA : 0.02 PPM (8-hr )
Health effects
Central Nervous System : Dizziness, headache, drowsiness, confusion, unconsciousness
Respiratory System: Throat and nose irritation, coughing
Gastrointestinal : Nausea, vomiting
Skin : Redness, dryness, irritation
Eyes : Irritation, watering