General Information
Revision date
2015-12-01
Product name
Ortho Xylene
1.2.1 Relevant identified uses
In Vitro Diagnostic use. Laboratory Use Only Bay Shore, NY 11706
Manufacturer Name
Poly Scientific R&D Corp
Emergency telephone
CONTACT CHEMTREC (24HR) 800‐ 424‐ 9300
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Company Information
company name
Poly Scientific R&D Corp
e-mail address of the competent person responsible for the Safety Data Sheet
polyrnd@polyrnd.com
GHS Information
Signal word
Warning
Section 2
SECTION 2: Hazards identification
226 Flammable Liquids Cat 3 315 Skin corrosion/irritation Cat 2 332 Acute toxicity,inhalation Cat 4 361 Reproductive toxicity Cat 2 Warning Flammable liquid and vapor. Causes skin irritation and serious eye irritation. May cause irritation to the respiratory system. May be fatal if swallowed and enters airways. Obtain special instructions before use. Do not handle until all precautions have been and understood. Keep away from heat/sparks/open flames/hot surfaces. No smoking. Use explosion‐proof electrical/ventilating/lighting/equipment. Use only non‐sparking tools. Take precautionary measures against static discharge. Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection. Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray. Use only in a well‐ventilated area. Wash hands/skin thoroughly after handling. If exposed Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician. IF INHALED Remove victim to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing. Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician if you feel unwell. IF SWALLOWED Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician if you feel unwell. Rinse mouth. IF ON SKIN (or hair) Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water/shower. If skin irritation or rash occurs: Get medical advice/attention. Wash contaminated clothing before reuse. Store in well‐ventilated place. Keep cool. Keep container tightly closed. Dispose of contents/container to an approved waste disposal plant. Hazards not otherwise covered by GHS: None
