Xylene occurs naturally in petroleum and small amounts occur in gasoline and. Xylene sds page 2 of 8 precautionary statements prevention keep container tightly closed. Evidence on the developmental and reproductive toxicity of xylene. Identification product identifier xylene other means of identification product code r0000006000 recommended use solvent. Safety data sheet page 1 according to ec regulation no 1907. Identification of material and supplierec tion product name. The many uses of xylene include as a clearing agent in tissue microscopy, as a lubricant, a component of paints and thinners, pesticides and as a precursor for polyester, among others.
Product identifier product name xylene chemical name xylene synonyms xylol, dimethyl benzene, xylenol reach reg no. Humans exposed to 46 or 92 ppm of o, m, p xylene or a mixture 1. Xylene is a colorless liquid with the molecular formula c 8 h 10. First aid measuresfirst aid measures first aid procedures eye contact immediately flush with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes.
Page 1 of 7 pxylene cas no 106423 material safety data sheet sds msds section 1. Use carbon dioxide co2, powder, alcoholresistant foam to extinguish. The material is removed from the air by dry and liquid adsorption. Jasco xylol xylene safety data sheet supersedes revision. Xylene is a volatile organic hydrocarbon with a sicklysweet smell, and it exists as a colorless liquid and a gas. Unlikely under normal occupational exposures, but swallowing a minor amount may result in nausea, vomiting, shortness of breath, headache, diarrhoea and abdominal. The vials were very gently heated so as to dissolve the host, and thereafter left to stand at ambient temperature and. Total mass of xylene orthoxylene, metaxylene, paraxylene. This material does not contain any class 1 ozone depletors. Xylene cas no 30207 material safety data sheet sds.
No difference in the absorption rate was reported due to level of exposure, length of exposure, or the type andor mixture of the xylene isomers. Epa has classified mixed xylenes as a group d, not classifiable as to human carcinogenicity. India 701712a, embassy centre, nariman point, mumbai 400 021, for information in the india, call. Safety data sheet version 1 xylene xylenes, mixed isomers 60100 30207 ethylbenzene 1030 100414 cumene 0. Often specified by paint manufacturers as a thinner for specialty coatings. Relevant identified uses of the substance or mixture. Safety data sheet in according with 3rd revision ghs sds.
Discrimination between oxylene, mxylene, pxylene and. Synonyms include dimethylbenzene, methyl toluene, xylol, and mixed xylenes. The mstands for meta, indicating that the two methyl groups in m xylene occupy positions 1 and 3 on a benzene ring. It is an aromatic hydrocarbon, with two methyl substituents attached at the meta positions of the benzene ring. An overview of its health hazards and preventive measures. Physical and chemical properties molecular formula c6h4ch32. Show this safety data sheet to the doctor in attendance. Symptoms of poisoning may appear several hours later. Xylene evaporates quickly and is not expected to bioaccumulate. Wear protective gloves protective clothingeye protectionface protection groundbond container and receiving equipment. Relevant identified uses of the substance or mixture and uses. Xylene valued of the isomers is metaxylene, but it has uses in the manufacture of coatings and plastics.
This product contains mixed isomers, p xylene,m xylene, o xylene and ethylbenzene. Toxicological information overexposure to xylene may cause upper respiratory tract irritation, headache, cyanosis, blood serum changes, cns damage and narcosis. Safety data sheet according to ec regulation no 19072006. The halflife for xylene in the atmosphere is less than one day.
However, we make no warranty of merchantability or any other warranty, express or implied, with respect to such information, and we assume no liability resulting from its use. C c persons exposed only to xylene vapor do not pose substantial risks of secondary. It may also undergo chloromethylation in the presence of organic acids under organicaqueous biphasic conditions to form a mixture of chloromethyl2,4dimethyl. Identification of the substancemixture and of the companyundertaking. It is primarily used in the production of isophthalic acid. Rats pretreated with m xylene showed an approximately 10% increase in the percentages of methylhippuric acid and thio ethers in urine. Mxylene market size, share industry analysis report, 2023.
Metabolism of xylenes may be influenced by prior exposure. Xylene xylol paint thinner is an alternate to toluene with slower evaporation rate. H312 harmful in contact with skin h315 causes skin irritation h319 causes serious eye irritation. It is one of the three isomers of dimethylbenzene known collectively as xylenes. Identification of the substancemixture and of the companyundertaking 1. Effects may be increased by the use of alcoholic beverages. Chemical product and company identification msds name.
Relevant identified uses of the substance or mixture and uses advised against. This is a mixture of the three isomers, o, m and pxylene. Sds safety data sheet xylenes azer scientific inc 701 hemlock road morgantown pa 19543 610. Paraxylene leads to polyesters, which reach the ultimate consumer as polyester fibres under various trademarked names. High vapouraerosol concentrations greater than approximately ppm are irritating to the eyes and the respiratory tract, and may cause headaches, dizziness, anaesthesia, drowsiness. Xylene liquid or vapor can be absorbed through the skin, but not as readily as when inhaled or ingested. Our msds database is an easy to use, do it yourself tool, and best of all. The primary effects of exposure to xylene in animals and humans are on the central nervous system. Occupational exposure limits, if available, are listed in section 8. Xylene general information key points xylene is a colourless, flammable liquid with a sweet odour it exists in three forms or isomers. Eye contact rinse immediately with plenty of water, also under the eyelids, for at least 15 minutes. Your new online msds binder is a place for you to store the material safety data sheets you need to deploy. Other companies are charging thousands of dollars to set up accounts and give you access to their msds online database.
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