**** SECTION 2 - COMPOSITION, INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS ****
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| CAS# | Chemical Name | % | EINECS# |
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| 108-38-3 |m-Xylene | > 99.0 | 203-576-3 |
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Hazard Symbols: XN
Risk Phrases: 10 20/21 38
**** SECTION 3 - HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION ****
EMERGENCY OVERVIEW
Flammable. Harmful by inhalation and in contact with skin.
Irritating to skin.
Potential Health Effects
Eye:
Causes severe eye irritation. Splashes of xylene in human eyes
generally cause transient superficial injury.
Skin:
May be harmful if absorbed through the skin. Xylene contact causes
defatting of the skin with irritation, dryness, and cracking.
Blistering may occur, particularly if exposure to concentrated xylene
is prolonged and the exposed area of skin is occluded.
Ingestion:
Aspiration hazard. May cause irritation of the digestive tract. May
cause central nervous system depression, characterized by
excitement, followed by headache, dizziness, drowsiness, and nausea.
Advanced stages may cause collapse, unconsciousness, coma and
possible death due to respiratory failure. May cause effects similar
to those of acute inhalation.
Inhalation:
Inhalation of high concentrations may cause central nervous system
effects characterized by nausea, headache, dizziness, unconsciousness
and coma. Prolonged exposure may result in dizziness and general
weakness. Irritation may lead to chemical pneumonitis and pulmonary
edema. May cause liver and kidney damage. Causes irritation of
mucous membrane. Exposure may cause blood abnormalities. Odor
thresholds ranging from 0.07 to 40 ppm have been reported for
xylenes.
Chronic:
Chronic exposure to xylene may cause defatting dermatitis,
reversible eye damage, dyspnea (labored breathing), confusion,
dizziness, apprehension, memory loss, headache, tremors, weakness,
anorexia, nausea, ringing in the ears, irritability, thirst, mild
changes in liver function, kidney impairment, anemia, and
hyperplasia, but not destruction, of the bone marrow.
**** SECTION 4 - FIRST AID MEASURES ****
Eyes:
In case of contact, immediately flush eyes with plenty of water for
at least 15 minutes. Get medical aid.
Skin:
In case of contact, flush skin with plenty of water. Remove
contaminated clothing and shoes. Get medical aid if irritation
develops and persists. Wash clothing before reuse.
Ingestion:
Potential for aspiration if swallowed. Get medical aid immediately.
Do not induce vomiting unless directed to do so by medical
personnel. Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person.
Inhalation:
If inhaled, remove to fresh air. If not breathing, give artificial
respiration. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen. Get medical aid.
Notes to Physician:
Treat symptomatically and supportively.
**** SECTION 5 - FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES ****
General Information:
As in any fire, wear a self-contained breathing apparatus in
pressure-demand, MSHA/NIOSH (approved or equivalent), and full
protective gear. Flammable liquid and vapor. Vapors may form an
explosive mixture with air. Vapors are heavier than air and may
travel to a source of ignition and flash back. Vapors can spread
along the ground and collect in low or confined areas. This liquid
floats on water and may travel to a source of ignition and spread
fire. May accumulate static electricity.
Extinguishing Media:
Use water spray to cool fire-exposed containers. Water may be
ineffective. This material is lighter than water and insoluble in
water. The fire could easily be spread by the use of water in an
area where the water cannot be contained. Use water spray, dry
chemical, carbon dioxide, or appropriate foam.
**** SECTION 6 - ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES ****
General Information: Use proper personal protective equipment as indicated
in Section 8.
Spills/Leaks:
Absorb spill with inert material (e.g. vermiculite, sand or earth),
then place in suitable container. Remove all sources of ignition.
Provide ventilation. A vapor suppressing foam may be used to reduce
vapors. Water spray may reduce vapor but may not prevent ignition in
closed spaces. U.S. regulations require reporting spills and releases
to soil, water and air in excess of reportable quantities. This
material creates a fire hazard because it floats on water. If
possible, try to contain floating material.
**** SECTION 7 - HANDLING and STORAGE ****
Handling:
Wash thoroughly after handling. Remove contaminated clothing and
wash before reuse. Ground and bond containers when transferring
material. Avoid contact with eyes, skin, and clothing. Empty
containers retain product residue, (liquid and/or vapor), and can be
dangerous. Do not pressurize, cut, weld, braze, solder, drill, grind,
or expose empty containers to heat, sparks or open flames. Use only
with adequate ventilation. Keep away from heat, sparks and flame.
Avoid breathing vapor or mist.
Storage:
Keep away from sources of ignition. Keep container closed when not
in use. Keep from contact with oxidizing materials. Store in a cool,
dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible substances. Keep
away from strong acids.
**** SECTION 8 - EXPOSURE CONTROLS, PERSONAL PROTECTION ****
Engineering Controls:
Facilities storing or utilizing this material should be equipped
with an eyewash facility and a safety shower. Use adequate general or
local exhaust ventilation to keep airborne concentrations below the
permissible exposure limits.
Personal Protective Equipment
Eyes:
Wear chemical goggles.
Skin:
Wear appropriate protective gloves to prevent skin
exposure.
Clothing:
Wear appropriate protective clothing to prevent skin
exposure.
Respirators:
Follow the OSHA respirator regulations found in 29
CFR 1910.134 or European Standard EN 149. Always use
a NIOSH or European Standard EN 149 approved
respirator when necessary.
**** SECTION 9 - PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES ****
Physical State: Liquid
Color: clear, colorless
Odor: aromatic odor
pH: Not applicable.
Vapor Pressure: 6.72 mm Hg @ 21 deg C
Viscosity: <32.6 SUS
Boiling Point: 139 deg C
Freezing/Melting Point: -48 deg C
Autoignition Temperature: 527 deg C ( 980.60 deg F)
Flash Point: 25 deg C ( 77.00 deg F)
Explosion Limits, lower: 1.1%
Explosion Limits, upper: 7.0%
Decomposition Temperature: Not available.
Solubility in water: Insoluble.
Specific Gravity/Density: 0.86 (water=1)
Molecular Formula: C8H10
Molecular Weight: 106.17
**** SECTION 10 - STABILITY AND REACTIVITY ****
Chemical Stability:
Stable under normal temperatures and pressures.
Conditions to Avoid:
High temperatures, ignition sources.
Incompatibilities with Other Materials:
Strong oxidizing agents, strong acids, acetic acid, nitric acid.
Hazardous Decomposition Products:
Carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide.
Hazardous Polymerization: Will not occur.
**** SECTION 11 - TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION ****
RTECS#:
CAS# 108-38-3: ZE2275000
LD50/LC50:
CAS# 108-38-3: Draize test, rabbit, eye: 5 mg/24H Severe; Draize
test, rabbit, skin: 20 mg/24H Moderate; Oral, rat: LD50 = 5 gm/kg;
Skin, rabbit: LD50 = 14100 uL/kg.
Carcinogenicity:
m-Xylene -
ACGIH: A4 - Not Classifiable as a Human Carcinogen
IARC: Group 3 carcinogen (listed as ** undefined **).
Other:
See actual entry in RTECS for complete information.
**** SECTION 12 - ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION ****
Ecotoxicity:
Fish: Rainbow trout: LC50 = 13.5 mg/L; 96 Hr; UnspecifiedFish:
Goldfish: LD50 = 13 mg/L; 24 Hr; UnspecifiedFish: Fathead Minnow:
LC50 = 46 mg/L; 1 Hr; Static bioassayAcute and long-term toxicity to
fish and invertebrates: LD50 for goldfish is 13 mg/L/24
Hr.
Cas#1330-20-7:
LC50(96Hr.) rainbow trout = 8.05 mg/L, Static
condition;
LC50(96Hr.) fathead minnow = 16.1 mg/L, flow-through
conditions; LC50(96Hr.) bluegill = 16.1 mg/L, flow-through;
EC50 (48
Hr.) water flea = 3.82 mg/L, flow-through conditions;
EC50(24 Hr.)
photobacterium phosphoreum = 0.0084 mg/L, Microtox test.
**** SECTION 13 - DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS ****
Dispose of in a manner consistent with federal, state, and local regulations.
**** SECTION 14 - TRANSPORT INFORMATION ****
IATA
Shipping Name: XYLENES
Hazard Class: 3
UN Number: 1307
Packing Group: III
IMO
Shipping Name: XYLENES
Hazard Class: 3.3
UN Number: 1307
Packing Group: III
RID/ADR
Shipping Name: XYLENES
Hazard Class: 3
UN Number: 1307
Packing group: III
**** SECTION 15 - REGULATORY INFORMATION ****
European/International Regulations
European Labeling in Accordance with EC Directives
Hazard Symbols: XN
Risk Phrases:
R 10 Flammable.
R 20/21 Harmful by inhalation and in contact with
skin.
R 38 Irritating to skin.
Safety Phrases:
S 25 Avoid contact with eyes.
WGK (Water Danger/Protection)
CAS# 108-38-3: No information available.
United Kingdom Occupational Exposure Limits
CAS# 108-38-3: OES-United Kingdom, TWA 50 ppm TWA; 220 mg/m3 TWA
CAS# 108-38-3: OES-United Kingdom, STEL 100 ppm STEL; 441 mg/m3 STEL
United Kingdom Maximum Exposure Limits
Canada
CAS# 108-38-3 is listed on Canada's DSL List.
CAS# 108-38-3 is listed on Canada's Ingredient Disclosure List.
Exposure Limits
CAS# 108-38-3 (listed as ** undefined **): OEL-ARAB Republic of Egypt:
TWA 0.5 ppm (0.9 mg/m3)
OEL-AUSTRALIA:TWA 80 ppm (330 mg/m3);STEL 150 ppm (655 mg/m3)
OEL-BELGIUM:TWA 100 ppm (434 mg/m3);STEL 150 ppm (651 mg/m3)
OEL-CZECHOSLOVAKIA:TWA 200 mg/m3;STEL 1000 mg/m3
OEL-DENMARK:TWA 50 ppm (217 mg/m3);Skin
OEL-FINLAND:TWA 100 ppm (435 mg/m3);STEL 150 ppm;Skin
OEL-FRANCE:TWA 100 ppm (435 mg/m3);STEL 150 ppm (650 mg/m3)
OEL-GERMANY:TWA 100 ppm (440 mg/m3)
OEL-HUNGARY:TWA 100 mg/m3;STEL 300 mg/m3
OEL-JAPAN:TWA 100 ppm (430 mg/m3)
OEL-THE NETHERLANDS:TWA 100 ppm (435 mg/m3);Skin
OEL-THE PHILIPPINES:TWA 0.1 mg/m3
OEL-POLAND:TWA 100 mg/m3
OEL-SWEDEN:TWA 50 ppm (200 mg/m3);STEL 100 ppm (450 mg/m3);Skin
OEL-SWITZERLAND:TWA 100 ppm (436 mg/m3);STEL 200 ppm (870 mg/m3)
OEL-THAILAND:TWA 100 ppm (435 mg/m3)
OEL-TURKEY:TWA 100 ppm (435 mg/m3)
OEL-UNITED KINGDOM:TWA 100 ppm (435 mg/m3);STEL 150 ppm;Skin
OEL IN BULGARIA, COLOMBIA, JORDAN, KOREA check ACGIH TLV
OEL IN NEW ZEALAND, SINGAPORE, VIETNAM check ACGI TLV
US FEDERAL
TSCA
CAS# 108-38-3 is listed on the TSCA inventory.
**** SECTION 16 - ADDITIONAL INFORMATION ****
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