1,2,3-Trimethylbenzene

Hazard statements (CLP)

H226, H315, H319, H335, H371, H401, H411

Code

Statements

H226

Flammable liquid and vapour

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

Classification of the substance or mixture

Physical hazards

Flammable liquids Category 3

Health hazards

Skin corrosion/irritation Category 2 Serious eye damage/eye irritation Category 2A Specific target organ toxicity Central nervous system, Lung Single exposure [Category 2] Specific target organ toxicity Respiratory tract irritation Single exposure [Category 3]

Environmental hazards

Acute aquatic hazard Category 2 Long-term aquatic hazard Category 2 Label elements Pictograms or hazard symbols

Signal word

Warning Hazard statements Flammable liquid and vapour Causes skin irritation Causes serious eye irritation May cause damage to organs Central nervous system Lung May cause respiratory irritation Toxic to aquatic life Toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects

Prevention

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 and lighting equipment. Use only non-sparking tools. Take precautionary measures against static discharge. Do not breathe mist, vapors or spray. Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area. Avoid release to the environment. Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product. Wash hands and face thoroughly after handling. Wear protective gloves, eye protection.

Response

IF ON SKIN Wash with plenty of water. If skin irritation occurs Get medical advice or attention. Take off contaminated clothing and wash it before reuse. IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing. Call a POISON CENTER or doctor if you feel unwell. 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: Call a POISON CENTER or doctor. In case of fire: Use dry chemical, dry sand or foam to extinguish. Collect spillage.

Storage

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

Disposal

Dispose of contents and container in accordance with local, regional, national regulations.

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

PHYSICAL HAZARDS Flammable liquids Category 3 HEALTH HAZARDS Skin corrosion/irritation Category 2 Serious eye damage/eye irritation Category 2A Specific target organ toxicity Central nervous system, Lung - Single exposure [Category 2] Specific target organ toxicity Respiratory tract irritation - Single exposure [Category 3] ENVIRONMENTAL HAZARDS Acute aquatic hazard Category 2 Long-term aquatic hazard