Xylene

Hazard statements (CLP)

H225, H304, H312, H315, H332, H373, H413

Code

Statements

H225

Highly Flammable liquid and vapour

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

(29 CFR 1910.1200) Classification of the substance or mixture

Signal word

Danger Hazard statement(s)target H225 Highly flammable liquid and vapor. H304 May be fatal if swallowed and enters airways. H312 Harmful in contact with skin. H332 Harmful if inhaled. H315 Causes skin irritation. H413 May cause long lasting harmful effects to aquatic life. H373 May causes damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure.

Precautionary statements

P261 Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapors/spray. P240 Ground and bond container and receiving equipment. P241 Use explosion-proof electrical/ventilating/lighting equipment. P243 Take action to prevent static discharges. P264 Wash thoroughly after handling. P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection. P273 Avoid release to the environment. P301+P310 IF SWALLOWED: Immediately call a POISON CENTER/doctor/... P303+P361+P353 IF ON SKIN (or hair): Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water [or shower]. P304+P341 IF INHALED: If breathing is difficult, remove victim to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing. P308+P313 IF exposed or concerned: Get medical advice/ attention. P210 Keep away from heat, hot surfaces, sparks, open flames and other ignition sources. No smoking. P403+P233 Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed.

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

GHS classification in accordance with: OSHA (29 CFR 1910.1200) - Flammable Liquid, Cat. 3 - Acute toxicity, inhalation, Cat. 4 - Acute toxicity, dermal, Cat. 4 - Skin irritation, Cat. 2 - Carcinogenicity, Cat. 2 - Specific target organ toxicity, repeated exposure, Cat. 2 - Aspiration hazard, Cat. 1 - Hazardous to the aquatic environment, long-term hazard, Cat. 2