P-XYLENE - D4629 CALIBRATION SET

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

Identification: FLAMMABLE LIQUID AND VAPOR. Liquid can accumulate static charge by flow, splashing or agitation. Vapor is heavier than air and may spread long distances. Distant ignition and flashback are possible. Liquid can float on water and may travel to distant locations and/or spread fire. Can decompose at high temperature forming carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide, reactive hydrocarbons, low molecular weight aldehydes (e.g. acetaldehyde) and other irritating and toxic vapors, fumes and smoke. Closed containers may rupture and explode in the heat of a fire. Confined space hazard. Can accumulate in confined spaces, producing a fire/toxicity hazard. Mild central nervous system depressant. High vapor concentrations may cause headache, nausea, dizziness, drowsiness, incoordination and confusion. SKIN IRRITANT. Causes severe skin irritation. Aspiration hazard. Swallowing or vomiting of the liquid may result in aspiration (breathing) into the lungs. POSSIBLE TERATOGEN/EMBRYOTOXIN - may harm the unborn child, based on animal information. GHS LABELING SYMBOLS:

Hazard statements

Flammable liquid and vapor. May be fatal if swallowed and enters airways. Harmful in contact with skin. Causes skin and eye irritation. Harmful if inhaled. May cause drowsiness or dizziness. Suspected of causing cancer. Static accumulating flammable liquid can become electrostatically charged even in bonded and grounded equipment. Toxic to aquatic life.

Precautionary statements

Keep away from heat/sparks/open flames/hot surfaces. No smoking. Keep container tightly closed. Ground/bond container and receiving equipment. Use explosion-proof electrical/ ventilating/ lighting/ equipment. Use only non-sparking tools. Take precautionary measures against static discharge. Avoid breathing dust/ fume/ gas/ mist/ vapors/ spray. Wash skin thoroughly after handling. Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area. Avoid release to the environment. Wear protective gloves/ eye protection/ face protection. IF ON SKIN (or hair): Remove/ Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water/ shower. 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 skin irritation occurs: Get medical advice/ attention. Take off contaminated clothing and wash before reuse. In case of fire: Use dry sand, dry chemical or alcohol-resistant foam for extinction. Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep cool. Dispose of contents/ container to an approved waste disposal plant. For IATA Proper Shipping Name and identification, refer to Section 15 of this text. Please refer to Section 11 & 15 for Health Hazard information.