XYLENE

Hazard statements (CLP)

H226, H304, H312, H315, H320, H332, H335, H373

Code

Statements

H226

Flammable liquid and vapour

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

GHS Classification GHS Classification of hazardous product Flammable Liquid (Category 3) Acute toxicity, inhalation (Category 4) Acute toxicity, dermal (Category 4) Skin Corrosion/irritation (Category 2) Serious eye damage/irritation (Category 2B)

Aspiration hazard

Category 1) Specific target organ toxicity – (Category 3) respiratory irritant Specific target organ toxicity – repeated exposure (Category 2)

2.2 Label elements

Hazard Pictograms/symbols

Signal word

DANGER Hazard and Precautionary Statements: H226 Flammable liquid and vapor H304 May be harmful if swallowed and enters airways H312 Harmful in contact with skin H315 Causes skin irritation H320 Causes eye irritation H332 Harmful if inhaled H335 May cause respiratory irritation H373 May cause damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure. (central nervous system, ear, kidney, liver) P210 Keep away from heat, hot surfaces, sparks, open flames and other ignition sources. No smoking. P233 Keep container tightly closed. P240 Ground and bond container and receiving equipment. P241 Use explosion-proof electrical/ ventilating/ lighting/ equipment. P242 Use non-sparking tools. P243 Take action to prevent static discharges. P260 Do not breathe mist/vapours. P264 Wash with plenty of water and soap thoroughly after handling. P271 Use only outdoors or in a well- ventilated area. P273 Avoid release to the environment. P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection. P301 + P310: IF SWALLOWED Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician. P302 + P352 IF ON SKIN Wash with plenty of water. P303 + P361 + P353 IF ON SKIN (or hair) Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water/shower. P304 + P340 IF INHALED Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing. P305 + P351 + P338 IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do so. Continue rinsing. P312 Call a POISON CENTER/doctor/…if you feel unwell. P331 Do NOT induce vomiting. P332 + P313 If skin irritation occurs: Get medical advice/attention. P337 + P313 If eye irritation persists Get medical advice/attention. P362 Take off contaminated clothing and wash before reuse. P370 + P378 In case of fire: Use water fog, foam, dry chemical or carbon dioxide (CO2) to extinguish. P403 + P235 Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep cool. P405 Store locked up. P501 Dispose of contents/container into safe container in accordance with local, regional or national regulations.

Other hazards

Known None known GHS Special Labeling: None known