Xylene

Hazard statements (CLP)

H225, H304, H315, H319, H351, H361, H373, H400

Code

Statements

H225

Highly Flammable liquid and vapour

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

FLAMABLE LIQUID! Keep away from heat, sparks and open flame. Avoid contact with skin, eyes and clothing. Do not breathe vapours, mists or aerosols. Do not ingest. If ingested consult physician immediately and show this Summary Safety Data Sheet. Wear eye protection, gloves and other protective clothing that are adapted to the task being performed and the risks involved. WHMIS 2015/OSHA HCS 2012/GHS Flammable liquids (Category 2) Skin corrosion/irritation (Category 2) Serious eye damage/eye irritation (Category 2) Carcinogenicity (Category 2) Reproductive toxicity (Category 2) Specific target organ toxicity, repeated exposure (Category 2)

Aspiration hazard

Category 1)

Other hazards which do not result in classification

Acute hazard to the aquatic environment (Category 1). WARNING H225: Highly flammable liquid and vapour H304: May be fatal if swallowed and enters airways H319: Causes serious eye irritation H315: Causes skin irritation H351: Suspected of causing cancer H361: Suspected of damaging fertility or the unborn child H373: May cause damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure H400: Very toxic to aquatic life 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 and other ignition sources. No smoking. P240: Ground or bond container and receiving equipment. P241: Use explosion-proof electrical, ventilating, lighting and all material-handling equipment. P242: Use only non-sparking tools. P243: Take precautionary measures against static discharge. P260: Do not breathe mist, vapours and spray. P264: Wash skin thoroughly after handling. P273: Avoid release to the environment. P280: Wear protective gloves, protective clothing and eye protection. P301+310+331 IF SWALLOWED Immediately call a POISON CENTER or a physician. Do NOT induce vomiting P303+361+353 IF ON SKIN (or hair) Remove immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water and soap or take a shower if necessary. P332+313 If skin irritation occurs Get medical advice or attention P314: Get Medical advice/attention if you feel unwell. P305+351+338 IF IN EYES Rinse continuously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. P337+313 If eye irritation persists Get medical advice or attention P308+313 IF exposed or concerned Get medical advice/attention P321: Specific treatment (see section 4 of SDS or on this label). P362+364: Take off contaminated clothing and wash before reuse. P370+378 In case of fire Use the National Fire Protection Association Class B extinguisher for extinction P391: Collect spillage. P403+P235+P233: Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed. Keep cool. P405: Store locked up. P501: Dispose of contents and container to a licensed chemical disposal agency in accordance with local, regional and national regulations.