Xylenes, ACS

Hazard statements (CLP)

H226, H304, H315, H319, H332, H335, H351, H373, H411

Code

Statements

H226

Flammable liquid and vapour

2.3 Other hazards

Flammable liquid, Carcinogen, Target organ effect, Harmful by skin absorption, Irritant Target Organs: Liver, Kidneys, Blood, Eyes, Ears, Heart, Bone marrow, Central nervous system

Signal word

Danger

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

Flammable liquids Category 3 Acute toxicity, Inhalation Category 4 Skin irritation Category 2 Eye irritation Category 2A Carcinogenicity Category 2 Specific target organ toxicity-single exposure-Respiratory tract Category 3 Specific target organ toxicity-repeated exposure-Ears Category 2

Aspiration hazard

Category 1 Acute aquatic toxicity Category 2 Chronic aquatic toxicity Category 2

Hazard statements

H226 Flammable liquid and vapor. H304 May be fatal if swallowed and enters airways. H315 Causes skin irritation. H319 Causes serious eye irritation. H332 Harmful if inhaled. H335 May cause respiratory irritation. H351 Suspected of causing cancer. H373 May cause damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure. H411 Toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects.

Precautionary statements

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. P261 Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapors/spray. P264 Wash hands thoroughly after handling. P271 Use in a well-ventilated area. P273 Avoid release to the environment. P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection. 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. Continue rinsing. P312 Call a POISON CENTER/doctor/physician if you feel unwell. P332+P337+P313 If skin or eye irritation occurs: Get medical advice/attention. P362+P364 Take off contaminated clothing and wash it before reuse. P370+P378 In case of fire: Use appropriate media to extinguish. P391 Collect spillage. P403+P235 Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep cool. P405 Store locked up. P501 Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local regulations.

Potential health effects

Eyes Causes eye severe irritation. Inhalation May be harmful if inhaled. Causes respiratory tract irritation. Skin Causes skin irritation. Prolonged exposure may cause skin drying. Ingestion May be harmful if swallowed.

HMIS® ratings

Health 2 Health 2 Flammability 3 Fire 3 Reactivity 0 Reactivity 0 Specific hazard Not Available Personal Not Available