p-Xylene

Hazard statements (CLP)

H226, H312, H312+H332, H315, H332, H401

Code

Statements

H226

Flammable liquid and vapour

OSHA HCS Classification

Flammable liquids (Category 3), H226 Acute toxicity, Inhalation (Category 4), H332 Acute toxicity, Dermal (Category 4), H312 Skin irritation (Category 2), H315 Short-term (acute) aquatic hazard (Category 2), H401 For the full text of the H-Statements mentioned in this Section, see Section 16.

Signal word

Warning

Hazard statements

H226 Flammable liquid and vapour. H312 + H332 Harmful in contact with skin or if inhaled. H315 Causes skin irritation. H401 Toxic to aquatic life.

Precautionary statements

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 equipment. P242 Use only non-sparking tools. P243 Take precautionary measures against static discharge. P261 Avoid breathing dust/ fume/ gas/ mist/ vapours/ spray. P264 Wash skin thoroughly after handling. P271 Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area. P273 Avoid release to the environment. P280 Wear protective gloves/ protective clothing/ eye protection/ face protection. P303 + P361 + P353 IF ON SKIN (or hair): Remove/ Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water/ shower. P304 + P340 IF INHALED: Remove victim to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing. P312 Call a POISON CENTER/doctor if you feel unwell. P322 Specific measures (see supplemental first aid instructions on this label). P332 + P313 If skin irritation occurs: Get medical advice/ attention. P362 Take off contaminated clothing and wash before reuse. P370 + P378 In case of fire: Use dry sand, dry chemical or alcohol-resistant foam for extinction. P403 + P235 Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep cool. P501 Dispose of contents/ container to an approved waste disposal plant.

2.3 Other hazards

none