General Information
Revision date
2010-06-15
Product name
o-Xylene
Product Synonyms
1,2-Dimethylbenzene
CAS No.
95-47-6
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Section 2
SECTION 2: Hazards identification
WARNING! Emergency Overview Flammable liquid and vapor. Harmful if absorbed through skin or if inhaled. Irritating to eyes and skin. May cause irritation of respiratory tract. May cause central nervous system effects. Aspiration hazard if swallowed - can enter lungs and cause damage. Appearance Colorless Physical State Liquid odor sweet, Characteristic Target Organs Eyes, Skin, Respiratory system, Central nervous system (CNS), Liver
Potential health effects
Acute Effects
Principle Routes of Exposure
Eyes Irritating to eyes. Skin Harmful in contact with skin. Irritating to skin. Inhalation Harmful by inhalation. Inhalation may cause central nervous system effects. May cause irritation of respiratory tract. Ingestion
Aspiration hazard
May be harmful if swallowed. Ingestion may cause gastrointestinal irritation, nausea, vomiting and diarrhea.
Potential chronic health
Experiments have shown reproductive toxicity effects on laboratory animals. May cause adverse liver effects. See Section 11 for additional Toxicological information.
Medical Conditions Generally Aggravated by Exposure
No information available.
