Xylene

Hazard statements (CLP)

H226, H304, H312, H315, H332, H336, H373

Code

Statements

H226

Flammable liquid and vapour

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

This material is hazardous according to health criteria of Safe Work Australia.

Signal word

Danger

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

Flammable Liquids - Category 3 Acute Toxicity - Dermal - Category 4 Acute Toxicity - Inhalation - Category 4

Aspiration hazard

Category 1 Skin Corrosion/Irritation - Category 2 Specific Target Organ Toxicity (Single Exposure) - Category 3 Narcotic Effects Specific Target Organ Toxicity (Repeated Exposure) - Category 2

Hazard statements

H226 Flammable liquid and vapour. H304 May be fatal if swallowed and enters airways. H312 Harmful in contact with skin. H315 Causes skin irritation. H332 Harmful if inhaled. H336 May cause drowsiness or dizziness. H373 May cause damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure.

Prevention

P102 Keep out of reach of children. P103 Read label before use. P210 Keep away from heat/sparks/open flames/hot surfaces. No smoking. P233 Keep container tightly closed. P240 Ground/bond container and receiving equipment. P241 Use explosion-proof electrical, ventilating, lighting and all other equipment. P242 Use only non-sparking tools. P243 Take precautionary measures against static discharge. P260 Do not breathe dust, fume, gas, mist, vapours or spray. P264 Wash hands, face and all exposed skin thoroughly after handling. P271 Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area. P280 Wear protective clothing, gloves, eye/face protection and suitable respirator.

Response

P101 If medical advice is needed, have product container or label at hand. P301+P310 IF SWALLOWED: Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician. P302+P352 IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of soap and water. P304+P340 IF INHALED: Remove victim to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing. P312 Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician if you feel unwell. P331 Do NOT induce vomiting. P332+P313 If skin irritation occurs: Get medical advice/attention. P362 Take off contaminated clothing and wash before reuse.

Storage

P403+P235 Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep cool. P405 Store locked up.

Precautionary statements

P501 Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local, regional, national and international regulations. Poison Schedule: S6. Poison

Classifications

Classified as Dangerous Goods by the criteria of the "Australian Code for the Transport of Dangerous Goods by Road & Rail" and the "New Zealand NZS5433: Transport of Dangerous Goods on Land". Dangerous Goods Class: