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 (Dermal): Category 4 Acute toxicity (Inhalation): Category 4 Skin corrosion/irritation: Category 2 Serious eye damage/eye irritation: Category 2 Carcinogenicity: Category 2 Reproductive toxicity: Category 1A Reproductive toxicity - effects on or via lactation: Additional category Specific target organ toxicity - single exposure: Category 1(CNS; respiratory apparatus/system; liver; kidney) Specific target organ toxicity - single exposure: Category 2(CNS) Specific target organ toxicity - single exposure: Category 3 (Respiratory tract irritation) Specific target organ toxicity - single exposure: Category 3 (Narcosis) Specific target organ toxicity - repeated exposure: Category 1(nerve/nervous system; respiratory apparatus/system) Specific target organ toxicity - repeated exposure: Category 2(hearing/hearing system; CNS; kidney)

Aspiration hazard

Category 1

Environmental hazards

Hazardous to the aquatic environment (Acute): Category 2 Hazardous to the aquatic environment (Long-term): Category 2

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Danger

Hazard statements

Flammable liquid and vapor Harmful in contact with skin Harmful if inhaled Causes skin irritation Causes serious eye irritation Suspected of causing cancer May damage fertility or the unborn child May cause harm to breast-fed children Causes damage to organs after single exposure May cause damage to organs after single exposure May cause respiratory irritation May cause drowsiness or dizziness Causes damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure May cause damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure 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 or protective clothing. Wear protective gloves and face protection. Wear 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. Get medical advice/attention if you feel unwell. IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing. IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of soap and water. IF ON SKIN (or hair): Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water/shower. If skin irritation occurs: Get medical advice/attention. Take off contaminated clothing and wash it before reuse. 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.

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.