MSDS
occupational overexposure to solvents with permanent brain and nervous system damage. Overexposure to xylene
in laboratory animals has been associated with liver abnormalities, kidney, lung, spleen, eye and blood damage as
well as reproductive disorders. Effects in humans, due to chronic overexposure, have included liver, cardiac
abnormalities and nervous system damage.
Primary Route(s) Of Entry: Skin Contact, Skin Absorption, Inhalation, Ingestion, Eye Contact
First Aid - Eye Contact: Hold eyelids apart and flush with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes. Get medical
attention.
First Aid - Skin Contact: Wash with soap and water. Get medical attention if irritation develops or persists.
First Aid - Inhalation: If you experience difficulty in breathing, leave the area to obtain fresh air. If continued
difficulty is experienced, get medical assistance immediately.
First Aid - Ingestion: Aspiration hazard: Do not induce vomiting or give anything by mouth because this material
can enter the lungs and cause severe lung damage. Get immediate medical attention.
Extinguishing Media: Alcohol, Carbon Dioxide, Dry Chemical, Foam, Water Fog
Unusual Fire And Explosion Hazards: FLASH POINT IS LESS THAN 20 °. F. -
EXTREMELY FLAMMABLE LIQUID
AND VAPOR! Water spray may be ineffective. Closed containers may explode when exposed to extreme heat.
Vapors may form explosive mixtures with air. Vapors can travel to a source of ignition and flash back. Perforation of
the pressurized container may cause bursting of the can. Keep containers tightly closed. Isolate from heat,
electrical equipment, sparks and open flame.
Special Firefighting Procedures: Evacuate area and fight fire from a safe distance.
Steps To Be Taken If Material Is Released Or Spilled: Remove all sources of ignition, ventilate area and remove
with inert absorbent and non-sparking tools. Contain spilled liquid with sand or earth. DO NOT use combustible
materials such as sawdust. Dispose of according to local, state (provincial) and federal regulations. Do not
incinerate closed containers.
Handling: Wash hands before eating. Wash thoroughly after handling. Avoid breathing vapor or mist. Use only in a
well-ventilated area. Follow all MSDS/label precautions even after container is emptied because it may retain
product residues.
Storage: Contents under pressure. Do not expose to heat or store above 120 ° F. Do not store above 120 °
F. Store
large quantities in buildings designed and protected for storage of NFPA Class I flammable liquids. Keep containers
tightly closed. Isolate from heat, electrical equipment, sparks and open flame.
Section 4 - First Aid Measures
Section 5 - Fire Fighting Measures
Flash Point:
-
156 F
LOWER EXPLOSIVE LIMIT: 0.7 %
(Setaflash)
UPPER EXPLOSIVE LIMIT
:
12.8 %
Section 6 - Accidental Release Measures
Section 7 - Handling And Storage
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