Note: Ingredients listed on restricted chemical lists
EC/CAS
108-88-3
Name of the chemical
Toluene
Concentration
N/A
General Information
Revision date
2018-03-08
Product name
TOLUENE
Substance name
TOLUENE
CAS No.
108-88-3
1.2.1 Relevant identified uses
Manufacture of benzene, toluene diisocyanates, benzoic acid, benzyl chloride, benzoyl chloride, phenol, of the chemical and xylene (mixed isomers), plasticizers (e.g. butyl benzoate), sodium benzoate, benzaldehyde, styrene,
1.2.2. Uses advised against
para-methylstyrene, terephthalic acid, caprolactam, explosives (e.g. trinitrotoluene), vinyltoluene, benzyl
Emergency telephone
CHEMCALL 1800 127 406 (Australia) / +64-4-917-9888 (International
Icons in SDS
Company Information
company name
CHEM-SUPPLY PTY LTD
GHS Information
Signal word
Danger
Hazard Codes
Hazard statements (CLP)
H225, H315, H336, H360, H373
Hazard statements
Code
Statements
H225
Highly Flammable liquid and vapour
Section 2
2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture
Flammable Liquids: Category 2 of the Specific target organ toxicity - Repeated Exposure Category 2 substance/mixture Skin Corrosion/Irritation: Category 2 Specific target organ toxicity - Single Exposure Category 3 (Central nervous system) Toxic to Reproduction: Category 1B
Signal word
DANGER
Hazard statements
H225 Highly flammable liquid and vapour. (s) H315 Causes skin irritation. H336 May cause drowsiness or dizziness. H360 May damage fertility or the unborn child. H373 May cause damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure.
Hazard pictograms
Flame, Health hazard, Exclamation mark
Prevention
P201 Obtain special instructions before use. P202 Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood. P210 Keep away from heat/sparks/open flames/hot surfaces. – No smoking. P233 Keep container tightly closed. P240 Ground/bond container and receiving equipment. P241 Use explosion-proof electrical/ventilating/lighting/.../equipment. P242 Use only non-sparking tools. P243 Take precautionary measures against static discharge. P260 Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray. P264 Wash thoroughly after handling. P271 Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area. P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection. P281 Use personal protective equipment as required.
Response
P302+P352 IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of soap and water. P333+P313 If skin irritation or rash occurs: Get medical advice/attention. P362 Take off contaminated clothing and wash before reuse. P303+P361+P353 IF ON SKIN (or hair): Remove/Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water/shower. P304+P340 IF INHALED: Remove victim to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing. P312 Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician if you feel unwell. P308+P313 IF exposed or concerned: Get medical advice/attention. P370+P378 In case of fire: Use foam, dry chemical, CO2 or water spray for extinction. Precautionary P403+P233 Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed.
Storage
P403+P235 Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep cool. P405 Store locked up. Precautionary P501 Dispose of contents/container to an approved waste disposal plant.
