XYLENES

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

DANGER:  Flammable liquid and vapour  Harmful if swallowed  May be harmful if inhaled  Causes skin irritation  Causes eye irritation  Suspected of damaging fertility or the unborn child  May cause damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure  Toxic to aquatic life  Harmful to terrestrial vertebrates HSNO Approval Number: Group Standard HSR000983 HSNO Classes: 3.1C, 6.1D(oral, dermal), 6.1E(inhalation), 6.3A, 6.4A, 6.8B, 6.9B(Oral, Inhalation), 9.1D, 9.3C

Prevention

Read label before use.  Keep away from 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.  Wear protective gloves/eye protection.  Keep out of reach of children.  Wash thoroughly after handling.  Do not eat, drink, or smoke when using this product.  Harmful in contact with skin  Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood.  Use personal protective equipment as required.  Do not breathe fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray.  Avoid release to the environment

Response

IF ON SKIN (or hair): Remove/Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water/shower.  In case of fire: Use dry chemical powder, alcohol foam, carbon dioxide for extinction.  If medical advice is needed, have product container or label at hand.  IF SWALLOWED: Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician if you feel unwell.  Rinse mouth.  Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician if you feel unwell.  Wash contaminated clothing before reuse.  IF INHALED: Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician if you feel unwell.  If skin irritation occurs: Get medical advice/ attention.  Take off contaminated clothing and wash before re-use.  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.  IF exposed or concerned: Get medical advice/ attention.  Get medical advice/attention if you feel unwell.

Storage

Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep cool.  Store locked up.