Xylidine (mixture)

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

OSHA OSHA Haz Com: CFR 1910.1200: Acute Toxicity - Oral [Category 4] Acute Toxicity - Dermal [Category 4] Acute Toxicity - Inhalation [Category 2] Eye Damage/Irritation [Category 2A] Carcinogenicity [Category 2] Specific Target Organ Toxicity (Single Exposure) [Category 2] Specific Target Organ Toxicity (Single Exposure) [Category 3] Specific Target Organ Toxicity (Repeated Exposure) [Category 2]

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Danger!

Hazard statements

Causes serious eye irritation Fatal if inhaled Harmful if swallowed Harmful in contact with skin Suspected of causing cancer May cause damage to organs: Respiratory System May cause drowsiness or dizziness. May cause damage to organs: Liver Blood Kidney Gall Bladder Spleen through prolonged or repeated exposure.

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Prevention

Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product. Wash hands and face thoroughly after handling. Wear protective gloves and protective clothing. Do not breathe fume, mist, vapors or spray. Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area. In case of inadequate ventilation wear respiratory protection. Wear eye and face protection. Obtain special instructions before use. Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood. Wear protective gloves, protective clothing, eye protection and face protection. Wash all exposed skin thoroughly after handling. Avoid breathing fume, mist, vapors or spray.

Response

If swallowed Immediately call a poison center or doctor. Rinse mouth. If on skin Wash with plenty of water. Call a poison center or doctor if you feel unwell. Take off contaminated clothing and wash it before reuse. If inhaled: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing. Immediately call a poison center or doctor. If in eyes: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. If eye irritation persists: Get medical advice or attention. If exposed or concerned Get medical advice or attention. If exposed or concerned Call a poison center or doctor. Get medical advice or attention if you feel unwell.

Storage

Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed. Store locked up.

Disposal

Dispose of contents and container in accordance with US EPA guidelines for the classification and determination of hazardous waste listed in 40 CFR 261.3. (See Section 13)