Xylene

Hazard statements (CLP)

H225, H304, H315, H319, H332, H351, H361, H372

Code

Statements

H225

Highly Flammable liquid and vapour

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

WHMIS 2015 Classification

2.2 Label elements

Emergency Overview: The product contains substances which at given concentrations, are considered to be hazardous to health. Appearance: Clear Physical State: Liquid Odour: Solvent

Signal word

Danger.

Hazard statements

H225: Highly flammable liquid and vapour. H304: May be fatal if swallowed and enters airways. H315: Causes skin irritation. H319: Causes serious eye irritation. H332: Harmful if inhaled. H351: Suspected of causing cancers if inhaled. H361: Suspected of damaging fertility or the unborn child. H372: Causes damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure if inhaled.

Precautionary statements

Prevention 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 flame and other ignition sources. No smoking. P243: Take precautionary measures against static discharge. P260: Do not breathe dust. P264: Wash thoroughly after handling. P270: Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product. P271: Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area. P280: Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection. Response P301+P311+ P330 IF SWALLOWED Rinse mouth. Immediately call a POISON CENTRE or doctor/physician. Do NOT induce vomiting. P303+P361+P353 IF ON SKIN (or hair) Remove/take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water/shower. P304+P340+P312 IF INHALED Remove victim to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing Call a POISON CENTRE or doctor/physician if you feel unwell. P305+P351+P338 IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. P332 + P313 If skin irritation occurs: Get medical advice/attention. P337 + P313 If eye irritation persists: Get medical advice/attention. Storage P403+P233+P235: Store in a well ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed. Keep cool. Disposal P501: Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local, regional, national, territorial, provincial, and international regulations.

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

This product is considered hazardous under the 2012 OSHA Hazard Communication Standard (29 CER 1910.1200) and WHMIS 2015.