o-Xylene

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

and label elements of the product

Other physicochemical hazards

Flammable liquids: Category 3

Health hazards

Acute toxicity (Inhalation): Category 4 Specific target organ toxicity - single exposure: Category 1(CNS) Specific target organ toxicity - single exposure: Category 3 (Respiratory tract irritation) Specific target organ toxicity - single exposure: Category 3(Narcosis)

Aspiration hazard

Category 1

Environmental hazards

Hazardous to the aquatic environment (Acute): Category 1 Hazardous to the aquatic environment (Long-term): Category 2 (Note) GHS classification without description: Not classified/Classification not possible

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Danger

Hazard statements

Flammable liquid and vapor Harmful if inhaled Causes damage to organs after single exposure(CNS) May cause respiratory irritation May cause drowsiness or dizziness May be fatal if swallowed and enters airways Very toxic to aquatic life Toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects

Prevention

Avoid release to the environment. Keep away from heat/sparks/open flames/hot surfaces. - 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. Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapors/spray. Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area. Wash contaminated parts thoroughly after handling. Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection. Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product.

Response

In case of fire: Use appropriate media other than water for extinction. Collect spillage. Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician if you feel unwell. IF exposed or concerned: Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician. IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing. IF ON SKIN (or hair): Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water/shower. IF SWALLOWED: Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician. IF SWALLOWED: Rinse mouth. Do NOT induce vomiting.

Storage

Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed. Keep cool.

Disposal

Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local/national regulation. Specific Physical and Chemical hazards Flammable liquid. Vapor/air mixture may explode.