XYLENES

Hazard statements (CLP)

H226, H304, H312, H315, H318, H332

Code

Statements

H226

Flammable liquid and vapour

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

HAZARDOUS CHEMICAL. DANGEROUS GOODS. According to the Model WHS Regulations and the ADG Code. Poisons Schedule 6 [1] Acute Toxicity (Dermal) Category 4, Acute Toxicity (Inhalation) Category 4, Aspiration Hazard Category 1, Skin Corrosion/Irritation Category 2, Serious Eye Damage Category 1, Flammable Liquid Category 3 Legend: 1. Classified by Chemwatch; 2. Classification drawn from HSIS; 3. Classification drawn from EC Directive 1272/2008 - Annex VI

Signal word

DANGER

Hazard statements

H312 Harmful in contact with skin H332 Harmful if inhaled H304 May be fatal if swallowed and enters airways H315 Causes skin irritation H318 Causes serious eye damage H226 Flammable liquid and vapour

Prevention

P210 Keep away from heat, hot surfaces, sparks, open flames and other ignition sources. No s m o k i n g . P233 Keep container tightly closed. P271 Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area. P280 Wear protective gloves / protective clothing / eye protection. P241 Use explosion-proof electrical / ventilating / lighting/intrinsically safe equipment. P242 Use only non-sparking tools. P243 Take precautionary measures against static discharge. P261 Avoid breathing mist / vapours / spray. P273 Avoid release to the environment.

Response

P301+P310+P331 IF SWALLOWED: Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor. Do NOT induce vomiting. IF IN EYES: Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor. Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and P305+P310+P351+P338 easy to do. Continue rinsing. P302+P352+P362+P312+ IF ON SKIN: Take off contaminated clothes and wash before reuse. Wash with plenty of water and soap. Call a POISON CENTRE or doctor if you feel P332+P313 unwell. If skin irritation occurs, get medical advice /attention. P304+P340+P312 IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep in a position comfortable for breathing. Call a POISON CENTRE or doctor if you feel unwell. P370+P378 In case of fire: Use alcohol resistant foam or normal protein foam for extinction.

Storage

P403+P405+P235 Store locked up, in a well-ventilated place. Keep cool. P410 Protect from sunlight.

Disposal

AP501 Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local government regulations.