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General Information
Revision date
2020-05-18
Product name
Tissue-Tek Xylene (mixed isomers)
1.2.2. Uses advised against
To be used by qualified personnel only
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Company Information
company name
Sakura Finetek USA, Inc
e-mail address of the competent person responsible for the Safety Data Sheet
SDSSupport@SakuraUS.com
GHS Information
Signal word
Warning
Section 2
Physical hazards
Highly flammable liquid and vapor
Health hazards
Acute toxicity- Dermal (Category 4) Acute toxicity- Inhalation (gases) (Category 4) Acute toxicity- Inhalation (Dusts/mists) (Category 4) Skin corrosion/irritation (Category 2) Serious eye damage/eye irritation (Category 2) Reproductive toxicity (Category 2) Specific target organ toxicity (single exposure) (Category 3) Aspiration toxicity (Category 1) Flammable liquids (Category 3)
Environmental hazards
Toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects Toxic to aquatic life OSHA defined hazards
Signal word
Warning
Hazard statements
Harmful if inhaled. Harmful in contact with skin Causes skin irritation Causes serious eye irritation Suspected of damaging fertility or the unborn child May cause respiratory irritation. May cause drowsiness or dizziness May be fatal if swallowed and enters airways
Prevention
Obtain special instruction before use. Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood. Use personal protective equipment as required Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapors/spray Use in well-ventilated area Wash skin thoroughly after handling. Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product. Keep away from heat/spark/open flames/hot surfaces. No smoking Keep container tightly closed Ground container and receiving equipment Use exposion-proof equipment Only use non-sparking tools Take precautionary measures against static discharge Avoid release to the environment. Wear protective gloves/ protective clothing/ eye protection/ face protection.
Response
IF SWALLOWED: call a POISON CENTER/doctor if you feel unwell. Rinse mouth. Do NOT induce vomiting IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of soap and water. Remove contaminated clothing and wash thoroughly. Wash contaminated clothing before reuse. If skin irritation occurs, get medical attention. IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing. Call POISON CENTER/doctor if you feel unwell. IF exposed or concerned, get medical advice/attention.
Storage
Keep cool, away from sources of ignition in a well ventilated area. Store locked up
Disposal
Incineration at a licensed chemical disposal facility is the preferred method. Dispose of contents and container in accord with all applicable regulations. Hazard(s) not otherwise None Known
