General Information
Revision date
2014-08-07
Product name
Chloroxylenol
Product Synonyms
Parachlorometaxylenol * PCMX
Chemical name
Phenol 4-chloro-3,5-dimethyl-
CAS No.
88-04-0
1.2.1 Relevant identified uses
Specified quality tests and assay use only
Icons in SDS
Company Information
company name
U. S. Pharmacopeia
e-mail address of the competent person responsible for the Safety Data Sheet
RSTECH@usp.org
GHS Information
Signal word
Warning
Section 2
Physical hazards
Not classified.
Health hazards
Acute toxicity, oral Category 4 Skin corrosion/irritation Category 2 Serious eye damage/eye irritation Category 2A Sensitization, skin Category 1 OSHA hazard(s) Not classified.
Signal word
Warning
Hazard statements
Harmful if swallowed. Causes skin irritation. May cause an allergic skin reaction. Causes serious eye irritation.
Prevention
Wash thoroughly after handling. Contaminated work clothing must not be allowed out of the workplace. Wear protective gloves. Wear eye/face protection.
Response
If swallowed Call a poison center/doctor if you feel unwell. Rinse mouth. If on skin Wash with plenty of water. If skin irritation or rash occurs: Get medical advice/attention. Take off contaminated clothing and wash before reuse. 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/attention.
Storage
Not available.
Disposal
Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local/regional/national/international regulations. Hazard(s) not otherwise Not classified.
