Xylene exists as three isomers ortho, meta, and paraxylene, which can be found. Stot single exposure respiratory system central nervous system cns stot repeated exposure liver aspiration hazard category 1 symptoms effects,both acute and delayed. Safety data sheet according to federal register vol. Identification of the substancemixture and of the companyundertaking 1. Humans exposed to 46 or 92 ppm of o, m, p xylene or a mixture 1. Fight fire from maximum distance or use unmanned hose holders or monitor nozzles. Ambient levels of xylene are detected in the atmosphere due to large emissions of this compound. Xylene xylol or dimethylbenzene is any one of three isomers of dimethylbenzene, or a. Vaporphase xylene is degraded in the atmosphere by reaction with photochemicallyproduced hydroxyl radicals.
High vapouraerosol concentrations greater than approximately ppm are irritating to the eyes and the respiratory tract, and may cause headaches, dizziness, anaesthesia, drowsiness. Xylene contact causes defatting of the skin with irritation, dryness, and cracking. Remove to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing. Product identifier product name xylene chemical name xylene synonyms xylol, dimethyl benzene, xylenol reach reg no.
Material safety data sheet xylene form 21047, revision 3, page 3 of 8, document 6454092, 27 apr 2015 12. H312 harmful in contact with skin h315 causes skin irritation h319 causes serious eye irritation. Those with history of lung diseases, or skin problems may be more susceptible to the effects of this substance. Relevant identified uses of the substance or mixture and uses. First aid measuresfirst aid measures first aid procedures eye contact immediately flush with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes. Epa has classified mixed xylenes as a group d, not classifiable as to human carcinogenicity. Biological limits no information available on biological limit values for this product. Baixe no formato pdf, txt ou leia online no scribd. Safety data sheet according to 29cfr19101200 and ghs rev.
Identification of the substancepreparation and of the companyundertaking statement of hazardous nature hazardous according to the criteria of nohsc, dangerous goods according to the. Total mass of xylene orthoxylene, metaxylene, paraxylene. Effects may be increased by the use of alcoholic beverages. This material safety data sheet msds is issued by the supplier in accordance with national standards and guidelines from the australian safety and compensation council ascc, formerly national occupational health and safety. Your new online msds binder is a place for you to store the material safety data sheets you need to deploy. For guidance on selection of person al protective equipment see chapter 8 of this material safety data sheet. Xylene page 3 of 8 24 hour emergency phone chemtrec. 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. Use nonabrasive soap and gently wash contaminated skin. Identification of material and supplierec tion product name.
Xylene, all isomers 30207 60 100 ethylbenzene 100414 10 30 toluene 108883 safety data sheet. Move containers from fire area if you can do it without risk. Xylene is used in the laboratory to make baths with dry ice to cool reaction vessels, and as a solvent to remove synthetic immersion oil from the microscope objective in light microscopy. Department of transportation hazard labels, and a general description of the chemical. Jasco xylol xylene safety data sheet supersedes revision. First aid measures skin contact after contact with skin, wash immediately with plenty of water. Ld 50 in rat orally or percutaneous absorption lc 50 in rat. The chemical identifier fields include common identification numbers, the nfpa diamond u.
Paraxylene specification attributes unit test method 1 appearance visual 2colour hu astm d 1209 3specific gravity, 15. Sds safety data sheet xylenes azer scientific inc 701 hemlock road morgantown pa 19543 610. Xylene is used to remove paraffin from dried microscope slides prior to staining. Inhalation, skin, mucous membranes, eye contact and ingestion. Ortho or paraxylene is mainly used either in closed process with no. Accidental release measures observe all relevant local and international regulatio ns. Those with history of lung diseases, or skin problems may be more susceptible to the effect of this material. O xylene twa 435 mgm3 100 ppm na osha z1 o xylene stel 150 ppm na acgih o xylene twa 100 ppm na acgih note.
Identification of the substancemixture and of the companyundertaking date issued 11. Xylene safety data sheet according to federal register vol. Siri, xylenes materials safety data sheet, msds no. First aid measures general advice take proper precautions to ensure your own health and safety before attempting rescue and providing first aid. Transitions from s 1 s 0 states have been found to be within the range of 100cm1 and were reported to be arising due to the internal rotation of ring methyl groups. Toxicological information overexposure to xylene may cause upper respiratory tract irritation, headache, cyanosis, blood serum changes, cns damage and narcosis. This material does not contain any class 1 ozone depletors. Unlikely under normal occupational exposures, but swallowing a minor amount may result in nausea, vomiting, shortness of breath, headache, diarrhoea and abdominal discomfort. Move container from fire area if it can be done without risk. Xylene cas no 30207 material safety data sheet sdsmsds. Safety data sheet page 1 according to ec regulation no. Safety data sheet according to ec regulation no 19072006. Engineering measures a system of local andor general exhaust is recommended to keep employee exposures as low as possible.
Relevant identified uses of the substance or mixture and uses advised against. In histology, xylene is the most widely used clearing agent. Blistering may occur, particularly if exposure to concentrated xylene is prolonged and the exposed area of skin is occluded. Other companies are charging thousands of dollars to set up accounts and. Its dispersed emission and time of flight mass spectra has been reported. The information in cameo chemicals comes from a variety of data sources. It is one of the three isomers of dimethylbenzene known collectively as xylenes. Cool containers with water spray until well after the fire is out.
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