Xylene, Histology Grade

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

Classification of the substance or mixture GHS Classification, (in accordance with 29 CFR1910.1200) Flammable liquid, Category 3 Skin irritation, Category 2 Serious Eye Damage/Eye irritation, Category 2 Carcinogenicity, Category 2 Reproductive toxicity, Category 2 Acute toxicity (dermal), Category 4 Acute toxicity (inhalation), Category 4 Specific Target Organ Toxicity – Single exposure, Category 3 Specific Target Organ Toxicity – Repeated exposure, Category 2 Aspiration Hazard, Category 1

Signal word

DANGER

Hazard statements

● Flammable liquid and vapour ● Causes skin irritation ● Causes serious eye irritation ● Suspected of causing cancer ● Suspected of damaging fertility or the unborn child ● Harmful in contact with skin ● Harmful if inhaled ● May cause respiratory irritation ● May cause drowsiness or dizziness ● May cause damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure ● May be fatal if swallowed and enters airways

Response

● In case of fire use carbon dioxide, dry chemical or alcohol-resistant foam. ● IF INHALED: Remove victim to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing. IF ON SKIN (or hair): Remove/Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water ● [or shower]. ● Wash contaminated clothing before reuse. ● If skin irritation occurs: Get medical advice/attention. IF IN EYES: Rinse continuously 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 SWALLOWED: Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician. ● IF SWALLOWED: Rinse mouth. Do NOT induce vomiting. ● Specific treatment: see first aid measures in section 4. ● IF exposed or concerned: Get medical advice/attention.

Storage

● Store locked up. ● Store in a well ventilated place. Keep cool. ● Keep container tightly closed.

Disposal

● Dispose of contents/ container to an approved waste disposal plant.

2.3 Other hazards

None 2.4 >1% of mixture with unknown acute toxicity None

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

GHS Classification, (in accordance with 29 CFR1910.1200) Flammable liquid, Category 3 Skin irritation, Category 2 Serious Eye Damage/Eye irritation, Category 2 Carcinogenicity, Category 2 Reproductive toxicity, Category 2 Acute toxicity (dermal), Category 4 Acute toxicity (inhalation), Category 4 Specific Target Organ Toxicity – Single exposure, Category 3 Specific Target Organ Toxicity – Repeated exposure, Category 2 Aspiration Hazard, Category 1