Xylene

Hazard statements (CLP)

H226, H304, H312, H315, H319, H332, H336, H360, H370, H372, H401, H411

Code

Statements

H226

Flammable liquid and vapour

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

GHS classification Classification of the substance or mixture Flammable liquids Category 3 Acute toxicity - Dermal Category 4 Acute toxicity - Inhalation (Vapors) Category 4 Skin corrosion/irritation Category 2 Serious eye damage/eye irritation Category 2A Reproductive Toxicity Category 1B Specific target organ toxicity (single exposure) Category 1, Category 3 Category 1 central nervous system, respiratory system, liver, kidneys Category 3 Narcotic effects Specific target organ toxicity (repeated exposure) Category 1 Category 1 nervous system, respiratory system

Aspiration hazard

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

Signal word

Danger Hazard statements H226 - Flammable liquid and vapour H315 - Causes skin irritation H319 - Causes serious eye irritation H312 - Harmful in contact with skin H332 - Harmful if inhaled H360 - May damage fertility or the unborn child H336 - May cause drowsiness or dizziness H304 - May be fatal if swallowed and enters airways H411 - Toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects H401 - Toxic to aquatic life H370 - Causes damage to the following organs: central nervous system, respiratory system, liver, kidneys H372 - Causes damage to the following organs through prolonged or repeated exposure: nervous system, respiratory system Precautionary statements-(Prevention) Obtain special instructions before use Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood Use personal protective equipment as required Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapors/spray Wash face, hands and any exposed skin thoroughly after handling Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area Avoid release to the environment 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 Precautionary statements-(Response) IF exposed: Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician 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 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 IF INHALED: Remove victim to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician if you feel unwell IF SWALLOWED: Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician Do NOT induce vomiting In case of fire: Use suitable extinguishing media for extinction Collect spillage Precautionary statements-(Storage) Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed Store locked up Precautionary statements-(Disposal) • Dispose of contents/container to an approved waste disposal plant Others

2.3 Other hazards

Not available

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

Classification of the substance or mixture Flammable liquids Category 3 Acute toxicity - Dermal Category 4 Acute toxicity - Inhalation (Vapors) Category 4 Skin corrosion/irritation Category 2 Serious eye damage/eye irritation Category 2A Reproductive Toxicity Category 1B Specific target organ toxicity (single exposure) Category 1, Category 3 Category 1 central nervous system, respiratory system, liver, kidneys Category 3 Narcotic effects Specific target organ toxicity (repeated exposure) Category 1 Category 1 nervous system, respiratory system Aspiration hazard Category 1 Acute aquatic toxicity Category 2 Chronic aquatic toxicity Category 2 Pictograms Signal word Danger Hazard statements H226 - Flammable liquid and vapour H315 - Causes skin irritation H319 - Causes serious eye irritation H312 - Harmful in contact with skin H332 - Harmful if inhaled H360 - May damage fertility or the unborn child H336 - May cause drowsiness or dizziness H304 - May be fatal if swallowed and enters airways H411 - Toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects H401 - Toxic to aquatic life H370 - Causes damage to the following organs: central nervous system, respiratory system, liver, kidneys H372 - Causes damage to the following organs through prolonged or repeated exposure: nervous system, respiratory system