XYLENE

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

This chemical is considered hazardous by the 2012 OSHA Hazard Communication Standard (29 CFR 1910.1200) Acute toxicity - Dermal Category 4 Acute toxicity - Inhalation (Dusts/Mists) Category 4 Skin corrosion/irritation Category 2 Serious eye damage/eye irritation Category 2 Carcinogenicity Category 2 Specific target organ toxicity (single exposure) Category 3 Specific target organ toxicity (repeated exposure) Category 2 Aspiration toxicity Category 1 Flammable liquids Category 3

2.2 Label elements

Danger

Hazard statements

Harmful in contact with skin Harmful if inhaled Causes skin irritation Causes serious eye irritation Suspected of causing cancer May cause respiratory irritation May cause damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure May be fatal if swallowed and enters airways Flammable liquid and vapor Appearance liquid Odor solvent

Prevention

Obtain special instructions before use Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood Use personal protective equipment as required Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area Wash face, hands and any exposed skin thoroughly after handling Wear eye/face protection Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapors/spray Keep away from heat, hot surfaces, sparks, open flames and other ignition sources. No smoking Keep container tightly closed Ground/bond container and receiving equipment Use explosion-proof electrical/ventilating/lighting/equipment Use only non-sparking tools Take precautionary measures against static discharge Keep cool

Response

IF exposed or concerned: Get medical advice/attention Eyes IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing If eye irritation persists: Get medical advice/attention Skin Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician if you feel unwell If skin irritation occurs: Get medical advice/attention IF ON SKIN (or hair): Remove/Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water/shower Wash contaminated clothing before reuse Inhalation IF INHALED: Remove victim to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing Ingestion IF SWALLOWED: Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician Do NOT induce vomiting Fire In case of fire: Use CO2, dry chemical, or foam for extinction

Storage

Store locked up Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed

Precautionary statements

Disposal Dispose of contents/container to an approved waste disposal plant

2.3 Other hazards

Not applicable

Further information

No information available