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Danger

EFFECTIVE DATE

2017-05-28

PICTOGRAMS

HMIS

HEALTH

2

FLAMMABILITY

3

PHYSICAL HAZARD

0

PERSONAL PROTECTION

NFPA

2

3

0

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Xylenes

Danger 2017-05-28

Hazard Statements

Flammable liquid and vapour

May be fatal if swallowed and enters airways

Causes skin irritation

Causes serious eye irritation

Harmful if inhaled

May cause respiratory irritation

Suspected of causing cancer

May cause damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure

May cause damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure if inhaled

Toxic to aquatic life

Harmful to aquatic life with long lasting effects

Precautionary Statements

Obtain special instructions before use.

Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood

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.

Do not breathe dust/ fume/ gas/ mist/ vapours/ spray.

Wash skin thoroughly after handling.

Use only outdoor or in a well-ventilated area.

Avoid release to the environment.

Wear protective gloves/ protective clothing/ eye protection/ face protection.

IF SWALLOWED: Immediately call a POISON CENTER/ doctor.

IF ON SKIN (or hair): Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water/shower.

IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing. Call a POISON CENTER/ 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 exposed or concerned: Get medical advice/ attention.

Do NOT induce vomiting.

If skin irritation occurs: Get medical advice/ attention.

If eye irritation persists: 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 to extinguish.

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

Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep cool.

Store locked up.

Dispose of contents/ container to an approved waste disposal plant.

Manufacturer information

Name

SIGM-ALDRICH CHEMICAL (Merck Co Inc)

Phone

800-235-5832

Address

3050 Spruce Street
St. Louis , 63103

PICTOGRAMS

HMIS

HEALTH

2

FLAMMABILITY

3

PHYSICAL HAZARD

0

PERSONAL PROTECTION

NFPA

2

3

0

School of Science, Technology, and Health
Local data

SKU #

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