| Section 1 Identification |
| Product Number: | C2966 |
| Health: | 2 |
| Flammability | 3 |
| Reactivity | 0 |
Hazard Rating:
| Least | Slight | Moderate | High | Extreme |
| 0 | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 |
NA = Not Applicable NE = Not Established
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| Product Name: | Xylenes (Xylol) Reagent A.C.S. Grade |
| Trade/Chemical Synonyms | |
| Formula: | C–H”(CH“)’ |
| RTECS: | ZE2100000 |
| C.A.S | CAS# 1330-20-7 |
| Section 2 Component Mixture |
| Sara 313 | Component | CAS Number | % | Dim | Exposure Limits: |
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Xylenes (Xylol) | CAS# 1330-20-7 | 100% | V/V | OSHA TWA 100 ppm (435 mg/mƒ) |
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| Section 3 Hazard Identification (Also
see section 11) |
| Keep away from heat and ignition sources. May be harmful if swallowed. Avoid breathing vapor or dust. Use with adequate ventilation. Avoid contact with eyes, skin, and clothes. Wash thoroughly after handling. Keep container closed. |
| Section 4 First Aid Measures |
Keep away from heat and ignition sources. May be harmful if swallowed. Avoid breathing vapor or dust. Use with adequate ventilation. Avoid contact with eyes, skin, and clothes. Wash thoroughly after handling. Keep container closed.
FIRST AID: SKIN: Remove contaminated clothing. Wash exposed area with soap and water. If symptoms persist, seek medical attention
EYES: Wash eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes, lifting lids occasionally. Seek Medical Aid. INHALATION: Remove to fresh air. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen
INGESTION: Give several glasses of milk or water. Vomiting may ocur spontaneously, but DO NOT INDUCE! Never give anything by mouth to an unconcious person.
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| Section 5 Fire Fighting Measures |
| Fire Extinguisher Type: | Water spray, dry chemical, carbon dioxide, alcohol foam |
| Fire/Explosion Hazards: | Vapor may travel considerable distance to source of ignition and flash back. |
| Fire Fighting Procedure: | Wear self-contained breathing apparatus and protective clothing to prevent contact with skin and clothing. |
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| Section 6 Accidental Release
Measures |
Remove all sources of ignition. Ventilate area of leak or spill. Wear protective equipment. Clean up in a manner that doen't disperse dust.
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| Section 7 Handling and
Storage |
| Keep away from heat and flame. Do not get in eyes, on skin, on clothing. Use with adequate ventilation. |
| Section 8 Exposure Controls
& Personal Protection |
Respiratory Protection:NIOSH/MSHA-approved respirator
Other Protective Equipment:
Wear appropriate clothing to prevent skin exposure
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| Section 9 Physical and Chemical Properties |
| Melting Point: | 12.2°C | Specific Gravity | 0.86
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| Boiling Point: | 138°C |
Percent Volatile by Volume: | >99 |
| Vapor Pressure: | 6.72 |
Evaporation Rate: | Information not available |
| Vapor Density: |
3.66 |
Evaporation Standard: |
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| Solubility in Water: |
Negligible |
Auto ignition Temperature: |
Information not available |
| Appearance and Odor: |
Clear, liquid w/ solvent odor |
Lower Flamm. Limit in Air: |
1.0 |
| Flash Point: |
17.0°C |
Upper Flamm. Limit in Air: |
6.0 |
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| Section 10 Stability and Reactivity Information |
| Stability: Stable | Conditions to Avoid: Avoid contact with heat, sparks, flames, or other sources of ignition. |
Materials to Avoid:
Oxidizing materials |
Hazardous Decomposition Products:
Oxides of carbon, acrid fumes |
| Hazardous Polymerization:Will Not Occur |
| Condition to Avoid:None known |
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| Section 11
Additional Information |
| Effects of overexposure, Acute and Chronic: Irritation of eyes, nose and throat. Reversible eye damage, dermatitis, chemical pneumonia, central nrevous system depression. Conditions aggravated: Persons with pre-existing eye, skin or respiratory conditions may be more susceptible. Target organs: Liver and kidneys. |
| DOT Classification: Xylenes, 3, UN1307, PG III |
DOT regulations may change from time to time. Please
consult the most recent version of the relevant regulations.
| Revision No:0.1 | Date Entered: 9/1/2006 |
Approved by: WPF |
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