Xylenes (isomeric mixture) for analysis EMPARTA ACS

Hazard statements (CLP)

H226, H304, H312+H332, H315, H319, H335, H373

Code

Statements

H226

Flammable liquid and vapour

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

Flammable liquids : Category 3 Acute toxicity (Inhalation) : Category 4 Acute toxicity (Dermal) : Category 4 Skin corrosion/irritation : Category 2 Serious eye damage/eye irritation : Category 2 Specific target organ tox- icity - single exposure : Category 3 (Respiratory system) Specific target organ tox- icity - repeated exposure : Category 2 (hearing organs)

Aspiration hazard

Category 1

Signal word

Danger

Hazard statements

H226 Flammable liquid and vapor. H304 May be fatal if swallowed and enters airways. H312 + H332 Harmful in contact with skin or if inhaled. H315 Causes skin irritation. H319 Causes serious eye irritation. H335 May cause respiratory irritation. H373 May cause damage to organs (hearing organs) through prolonged or repeated exposure.

Prevention

P210 Keep away from heat, hot surfaces, sparks, open flames and other ignition sources. No smoking. P260 Do not breathe mist or vapors. P264 Wash skin thoroughly after handling. P280 Wear protective gloves/ protective clothing/ eye protection/ face protection.

Response

P301 + P310 IF SWALLOWED: Immediately call a POISON CENTER/ doctor. P303 + P361 + P353 IF ON SKIN (or hair): Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water. P304 + P340 + P312 IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing. Call a POISON CENTER/ doctor if you feel unwell. P314 Get medical advice/ attention if you feel unwell. P331 Do NOT induce vomiting. P370 + P378 In case of fire: Use dry sand, dry chemi- cal or alcohol-resistant foam to extinguish.

Other hazards which do not result in classification

None known.