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2,4-XYLENOL | ICSC: 0458 |
m-Xylenol 1-Hydroxy-2.4-dimethylbenzene C8H10O / (CH3)2C6H3OH Molecular mass: 122.17 CAS # 105-67-9 RTECS # ZE5600000 UN # 2261 EC # 604-006-00-X May 07, 2003 Peer reviewed |
TYPES OF HAZARD/ EXPOSURE | ACUTE HAZARDS/ SYMPTOMS | PREVENTION |
FIRST AID/ FIRE FIGHTING |
FIRE |
Combustible.
Gives off irritating or toxic fumes (or gases) in a fire.
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NO open flames.
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Powder, alcohol-resistant foam, water spray, carbon dioxide.
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EXPLOSION |
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EXPOSURE |
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PREVENT DISPERSION OF DUST!
PREVENT GENERATION OF MISTS!
STRICT HYGIENE!
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INHALATION |
Burning sensation.
Cough.
Sore throat.
Shortness of breath.
See Notes.
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Ventilation, local exhaust, or breathing protection.
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Fresh air, rest.
Half-upright position.
Artificial respiration may be needed.
Refer for medical attention.
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SKIN |
Redness.
Pain.
Skin burns.
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Protective clothing.
Protective gloves.
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Remove contaminated clothes.
Rinse skin with plenty of water or shower.
Refer for medical attention.
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EYES |
Redness.
Pain.
Severe deep burns.
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Safety goggles,
face shield,
or eye protection in combination with breathing protection.
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First rinse with plenty of water for several minutes (remove contact lenses if easily possible), then take to a doctor.
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INGESTION |
Burning sensation.
Abdominal pain.
Nausea.
Vomiting.
Shock or collapse.
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Do not eat, drink, or smoke during work.
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Rinse mouth.
Give plenty of water to drink.
Do NOT induce vomiting.
Refer for medical attention.
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SPILLAGE DISPOSAL | STORAGE | PACKAGING & LABELLING | ||
Sweep spilled substance into containers; if appropriate, moisten first to prevent dusting.
Carefully collect remainder,
then remove to safe place.
If liquid:
Collect leaking liquid in covered plastic containers.
Do NOT let this chemical enter the environment.
Chemical protection suit including self-contained breathing apparatus.
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Separated from
food and feedstuffs
,
acid anhydrides
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acid chlorides
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bases
and
oxidants
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Do not transport with food and feedstuffs.
Marine pollutant. Note: C T symbol N symbol R: 24/25-34-51/53 S: 1/2-26-36/37/39-45-51 UN Hazard Class: 6.1 UN Packing Group: II |
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