**** SECTION 2 - COMPOSITION, INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS ****
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| CAS# | Chemical Name | % | EINECS# |
|----------------|--------------------------------------|----------|-----------|
|----------------|--------------------------------------|----------|-----------|
| 108-88-3 |Toluene | 60-70 | 203-625-9 |
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Text for R-phrases: see Section 16
Hazard Symbols: XN F C
Risk Phrases: 11 35 20 63 67
**** SECTION 3 - HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION ****
EMERGENCY OVERVIEW
Highly flammable. Causes severe burns. Harmful by inhalation.
Possible risk of harm to the unborn child. Vapours may cause
drowsiness and dizziness.Flammable liquid.
Potential Health Effects
Eye:
Causes eye burns.
Skin:
Causes skin burns.
Ingestion:
Aspiration hazard. Causes gastrointestinal tract burns. May cause
liver and kidney damage. May cause cardiac disturbances. Aspiration
of material into the lungs may cause chemical pneumonitis, which may
be fatal.
Inhalation:
Inhalation of high concentrations may cause central nervous system
effects characterized by nausea, headache, dizziness, unconsciousness
and coma. Causes chemical burns to the respiratory tract.
Chronic:
Chronic exposure to organic solvents has been associated with
various neurotoxic effects including permanent brain and nervous
system damage. Chronic inhalation and ingestion may cause effects
similar to those of acute inhalation and ingestion.
**** SECTION 4 - FIRST AID MEASURES ****
Eyes:
Immediately flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes,
occasionally lifting the upper and lower eyelids. Get medical aid
immediately.
Skin:
Get medical aid immediately. Immediately flush skin with plenty of
water for at least 15 minutes while removing contaminated clothing
and shoes.
Ingestion:
Do not induce vomiting. If victim is conscious and alert, give 2-4
cupfuls of milk or water. Never give anything by mouth to an
unconscious person. Get medical aid immediately.
Inhalation:
Get medical aid immediately. Remove from exposure and move to fresh
air immediately. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen. Do NOT use
mouth-to-mouth resuscitation. If breathing has ceased apply
artificial respiration using oxygen and a suitable mechanical device
such as a bag and a mask.
Notes to Physician:
**** 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. Vapors may form an explosive mixture with air. Use
water spray to keep fire-exposed containers cool. Flammable liquid
and vapor. May be ignited by heat, sparks, and flame. Containers may
explode when heated.
Extinguishing Media:
Use water spray to cool fire-exposed containers. Use water spray,
dry chemical, or carbon dioxide. Do NOT use straight streams of
water. Cool containers with flooding quantities of water until well
after fire is out.
**** 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.
**** SECTION 7 - HANDLING and STORAGE ****
Handling:
Wash thoroughly after handling. Use spark-proof tools and explosion
proof equipment. Do not get on skin and clothing. Do not breathe
dust, vapor, mist, or gas. Use only in a chemical fume hood.
Storage:
Keep away from heat, sparks, and flame. Keep away from sources of
ignition. Store in a cool, dry place. Store in a tightly closed
container.
**** SECTION 8 - EXPOSURE CONTROLS, PERSONAL PROTECTION ****
Engineering Controls:
Use adequate general or local exhaust ventilation to keep airborne
concentrations below the permissible exposure limits.
Exposure Limits
CAS# 108-88-3:
United Kingdom, WEL - TWA: 50 ppm TWA; 191 mg/m3 TWA
United Kingdom, WEL - STEL: 150 ppm STEL; 574 mg/m3 STEL
United States OSHA: 200 ppm TWA; 300 ppm Ceiling
Belgium - TWA: 50 ppm VLE; 191 mg/m3 VLE
France - VME: 100 ppm VME; 375 mg/m3 VME
France - VLE: 150 ppm VLE; 550 mg/m3 VLE
Germany: 50 ppm TWA; 190 mg/m3 TWA
Germany: Skin absorber
Japan: 50 ppm OEL; 188 mg/m3 OEL
Malaysia: 50 ppm TWA; 188 mg/m3 TWA
Netherlands: 40 ppm MAC; 150 mg/m3 MAC
Russia: 50 mg/m3 TWA
Spain: 50 ppm VLA-ED; 191 mg/m3 VLA-ED
Personal Protective Equipment
Eyes:
Wear appropriate protective eyeglasses or chemical
safety goggles as described by OSHA's eye and face
protection regulations in 29 CFR 1910.133 or European
Standard EN166.
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. Use a
NIOSH/MSHA or European Standard EN 149 approved
respirator if exposure limits are exceeded or if
irritation or other symptoms are experienced.
**** SECTION 9 - PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES ****
Physical State: Liquid
Color: colorless
Odor: Perceptible odor
pH: Not available.
Vapor Pressure: 22 mm Hg @20C
Viscosity: Not available.
Boiling Point: 110 deg C
Freezing/Melting Point: <-30C
Autoignition Temperature: Not available.
Flash Point: 7 deg C ( 44.60 deg F)
Explosion Limits, lower: 1.2
Explosion Limits, upper: 7.1
Decomposition Temperature:
Solubility in water: Immiscible with water
Specific Gravity/Density: 0.87
Molecular Formula: Mixture
Molecular Weight:
**** SECTION 10 - STABILITY AND REACTIVITY ****
Chemical Stability:
Stable under normal temperatures and pressures. Absorbs carbon
dioxide from the air.
Conditions to Avoid:
High temperatures, incompatible materials, ignition sources,
oxidizers.
Incompatibilities with Other Materials:
Acids (mineral, oxidizing, e.g. chromic acid, hypochlorous acid,
nitric acid, sulfuric acid), oxidizing agents (strong, e.g. bromine,
hydrogen peroxide, nitrogen dioxide, potassium nitrate), water
reactive substances (e.g. acetic anyhdride, alkyl aluminum chloride,
calcium carbide, ethyl dichlorosilane).
Hazardous Decomposition Products:
Nitrogen oxides, carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide.
Hazardous Polymerization: Has not been reported
**** SECTION 11 - TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION ****
RTECS#:
CAS# 108-88-3: XS5250000
LD50/LC50:
CAS# 108-88-3: Draize test, rabbit, eye: 870 ug Mild; Draize test,
rabbit, eye: 2 mg/24H Severe; Draize test, rabbit, skin: 435 mg Mild;
Draize test, rabbit, skin: 500 mg Moderate; Draize test, rabbit,
skin: 20 mg/24H Moderate; Inhalation, mouse: LC50 = 400 ppm/24H;
Inhalation, mouse: LC50 = 30000 mg/m3/2H; Inhalation, mouse: LC50 =
19900 mg/m3/7H; Inhalation, mouse: LC50 = 10000 mg/m3; Inhalation,
rat: LC50 = 49 gm/m3/4H; Oral, rat: LD50 = 636 mg/kg; Skin, rabbit:
LD50 = 14100 uL/kg.
Carcinogenicity:
Toluene -
Not listed by ACGIH, IARC, or NTP.
Other:
See actual entry in RTECS for complete information.
**** SECTION 12 - ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION ****
Ecotoxicity:
Cas# 108-88-3:
LC50(96Hr.) = 24.0 mg/L Rainbow trout
LC50(96Hr) =
24.0 mg/L Bluegill
EC50(48Hr) = 310-313 mg/L Photobacterium
phosphoreum
**** SECTION 13 - DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS ****
Products which are considered hazardous for supply are classified as Special
Waste and the disposal of such chemicals is covered by regulations which may
vary according to location. Contact a specialist disposal company or the local
waste regulator for advice. Empty containers must be decontaminated before
returning for recycling.
**** SECTION 14 - TRANSPORT INFORMATION ****
IATA
Shipping Name: Flammable liquid, corrosive, n.o.s
Hazard Class:
UN Number: 2924
Packing Group: II
IMO
Shipping Name: FLAMMABLE LIQUID, CORROSIVE, N.O.S
Hazard Class: 3
UN Number: 2924
Packing Group: II
RID/ADR
Not regulated as a hazardous material.
USA RQ: CAS# 108-88-3: 1000 lb final RQ; 454 kg final RQ
**** SECTION 15 - REGULATORY INFORMATION ****
European/International Regulations
European Labeling in Accordance with EC Directives
Hazard Symbols: XN F C
Risk Phrases:
R 11 Highly flammable.
R 20 Harmful by inhalation.
R 35 Causes severe burns.
R 63 Possible risk of harm to the unborn child.
R 67 Vapours may cause drowsiness and dizziness.
Safety Phrases:
S 16 Keep away from sources of ignition - No
smoking.
S 25 Avoid contact with eyes.
S 26 In case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately
with plenty of water and seek medical advice.
S 29 Do not empty into drains.
S 33 Take precautionary measures against static
discharges.
S 45 In case of accident or if you feel unwell, seek
medical advice immediately (show the label where
possible).
WGK (Water Danger/Protection)
CAS# 108-88-3: 2
Canada
CAS# 108-88-3 is listed on Canada's DSL List.
CAS# 108-88-3 is listed on Canada's Ingredient Disclosure List.
US FEDERAL
TSCA
CAS# 108-88-3 is listed on the TSCA inventory.
**** SECTION 16 - ADDITIONAL INFORMATION ****
MSDS Creation Date: 5/24/1999 Revision #4 Date: 3/18/2003
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