XYLENES

Hazard statements (CLP)

H226, H242, H302, H312, H315, H319, H332, H335, H350, H361, H372, H401, H423, H433

Code

Statements

H226

Flammable liquid and vapour

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

Regulatory Information Classified as Hazardous according to the Hazardous Substances Regulation 2001, New Zealand & Group Standard 2017 HSNO Approval Number HSR002652 Dangerous Goods Class 3

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

Flammable Liquid Category 3 Acutely Toxic (Oral) Category 4 Acutely Toxic (Dermal) Category 4 Inhalation Toxicity (Dust & Mists) Category 4 Skin Corrosion/Irritant Category 1C Eye Damage/Eye Irritation Category 2 (2A/2B) Suspected Human Carcinogen Category 2 Human Reproductive/Development Toxicant Category 2 Harmful to Target Organ Toxicity (repeated Category 2 exposure) Harmful to Aquatic Environment Category 3 Harmful to Soil Environment Category 4 Harmful to Terrestrial Invertebrates Category 4

Signal word

H226 Flammable liquid and vapor.

Health hazards

H226 Flammable Liquid and Vapour H302 Harmful if Swallowed H312 Harmful in contact with skin H315 Causes Skin Irritation H319 Causes eye irritation H332 Harmful if inhaled H335 May cause respiratory irritation H350 May cause cancer H361 Suspected of damaging fertility of the unborn child H372 Causes damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure

Environmental hazards

H401 Toxic to Aquatic life. H423 Harmful to the Soil Environment H433 Harmful to Terrestrial Vertebrates

Prevention

P102 Keep out of reach of Children P103 Read Label/SDS before use P201 Obtain instructions before use P202 Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood P210 Keep away from heat/sparks/open flame/hot surfaces. No smoking. P233 Keep container tightly closed P240 Ground/bond container and receiving equipment P241 Use explosion proof equipment H242 Use only non-sparking tools P243 Take precautionary measures against static discharge P260 Do not breathe vapours P261 Do not breath dust/fumes/gas/mist/vapours/spray P264 Wash hands and exposed skin thoroughly after handling P270 Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product P271 Use only in well-ventilated areas P273 Avoid release into the environment P280 Wear protective clothing, gloves and eye protection P281 Use personal protective equipment as required

Response

P101 If medical advice is needed, have product container or label at hand P301 + P312 If swallowed call POISON CENTRE or DOCTOR if you feel unwell P330 Rinse out mouth, do not swallow P302 + P352 If on skin, wash with plenty of soap and water P332 + P313 If skin irritation occurs, get medical advice P362 Take off contaminated clothing and wash before reuse If inhaled, remove to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for P304 + P340 breathing If in eyes, rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact P305 + P351 lenses if present and easy to do so, continue to rinse P337 + P313 If eye irritation persists seek medical advice P308 + P313 If exposed or concerned seek medical advice P314 Get medical advice if you feel unwell In case of fire use water fog, foam, dry chemical or carbon dioxide (CO2) to P370 + P378 extinguish. DO NOT USE water jet (this will only spread the fire) P391 Collect any spillage IF SWALLOWED: Rinse out mouth, do not swallow water, DO NOT induce P301+P330 vomiting. P370+P378 In case of fire: Use appropriate media for extinction.

Storage

P403+P233 Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed. P235 Keep cool. P210 Keep away from heat/sparks/open flames/hot surfaces. – No smoking. P405 Store in a locked area

Disposal

Dispose of product and packaging in accordance with local and Governmental P501 regulations or through an approved waste disposal plant.

Classifications

3 Packing Group lll Hazchem Code 3Y