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Xylene (MX)

CAS 1330-20-7
EC 215-535-7

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01

Identification

Product identifiers, regulatory numbers, and supplier information

Product Information

Product Name
Xylene (MX)
Chemical Name
xylene

Regulatory Identifiers

CAS Number
1330-20-7 Check regulations →
EC Number
215-535-7 Check regulations →
REACH No.
01-2119488216-32-XXXX

Identified Uses

As solvent. As laboratory chemical. As intermediate.

Manufacturers & Suppliers

Mitsubishi International GmbH logo

Mitsubishi International GmbH

manufacturer

Kennedy damm 19, D-40476 Düsseldorf

+49 (0)211 4397 346

http://www.mitsubishicorp.com/de/en

Emergency Contacts

Universitätsklinik Mainz

+49 6131 19240

This number is only available at office times.

02

Hazard Identification

GHS classification, signal word, pictograms, and hazard statements

Classified danger

Hazard Classifications

Flam. Liq. Cat. 3 H226
Acute Tox. Cat. 4 H312
Acute Tox. Cat. 4 H332
Skin Irrit. Cat. 2 H315
Eye Irrit. Cat. 2 H319
STOT SE Cat. 3 H335
STOT RE Cat. 2 H373
Asp. Tox. Cat. 1 H304

GHS Pictograms

GHS02 - Flammable

GHS02

GHS07 - Health hazard

GHS07

GHS08 - Serious health hazard

GHS08

Hazard Statements

H226 Flammable liquid and vapour.
H304 May be fatal if swallowed and enters airways.
H312 + H332 Harmful in contact with skin or if inhaled.
H315 Causes skin irritation.
H319 Causes serious eye irritation.
H335 May cause respiratory irritation.
H373 May cause damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure.

Precautionary Statements

P210 Keep away from heat, hot surfaces, sparks, open flames and other ignition sources. No smoking.
P243 Take precautionary measures against static discharge.
P260 Do not breathe mist/vapours/spray.
P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection.
P301 + P310 IF SWALLOWED: Immediately call a POISON CENTER/doctor.
P303 + P361 + P353 IF ON SKIN (or hair): Remove/Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water/shower.
P331 Do NOT induce vomiting.

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03

Composition / Information on Ingredients

Chemical components, concentration ranges, and hazardous substance identification

Type uvcb

Reaction mass of m-xylene, o-xylene, p-xylene and ethylbenzene.

Chemical Name CAS Number Concentration Hazardous
xylene EC: 215-535-7 1330-20-7 --- No
Ethyl benzene --- --- No

Ethyl benzene: >= 10 % (STOT RE 2, H373: >= 10 %)

04

First Aid Measures

Emergency procedures for chemical exposure incidents

Inhalation

IF INHALED: Remove to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing (P304+P340). Seek medical treatment immediately. In case of respiratory standstill give artifical respiration by respirator and send for a doctor.

Skin contact

In case of contact with skin wash off immediately with soap and water. Remove contaminated clothing immediately, even underwear and shoes. If skin irritation occurs: Get medical advice/attention (P332+P313).

Eye contact

If eye irritation persists: Get medical advice/attention (P337+P313). IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing (P305+P351+P338).

Ingestion

Do not induce vomiting. Call for a doctor immediately. Provide for plenty of water to be drunken in small gulps (dilution effect). Additionally medical charcoal tablets should be given (1 spoon of medical charcoal suspension in a glass of water).

Immediate Medical Attention

Immediate medical treatment is required after inhalation. In case of respiratory standstill, a doctor should be sent for. If skin irritation occurs or eye irritation persists, get medical advice/attention. Call for a doctor immediately in case of ingestion.

Medical Treatment

If swallowed or in the event of vomiting, risk of entering the lungs. Monitor circulation.

05

Firefighting Measures

Extinguishing media, specific hazards, and firefighter protection

Suitable media

Foam, Dry fire-extinguishing substance, Carbon dioxide, Water spray jet

Unsuitable media

Full water jet

Specific hazards

Pyrolysis products of aromatic hydrocarbons.

Instructions

Cool endangered containers with water spray jet.

Firefighter Protection

Use breathing apparatus with independent air supply. Wear full protective clothing. Do not inhale explosion and/or combustion gases.

06

Accidental Release Measures

Spill cleanup procedures, containment, and environmental protection

Emergency procedures

Ensure adequate ventilation. Keep people away and stay on the upwind side. Use personal protective clothing. Keep away sources of ignition. Use breathing apparatus if exposed to vapours/dust/aerosol.

Large spill

contact emergency authorities.

Environmental

Do not discharge into the drains/surface waters/groundwater.

Cleanup methods

Send in suitable containers for recovery or disposal.

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Related Products

Similar products with comparable safety profiles

07

Handling and Storage

Safe handling precautions, storage conditions, and workplace requirements

Handling

Open and handle container with care! Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area (P271). Use solvent-resistant equipment. Do not use for cleaning purposes. Take the usual precautions when handling with chemicals. Do not inhale vapours. Avoid contact with eyes and skin.

Storage

Store locked up (P405). Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed (P403+P233). Protect from heat/overheating.

Hygiene

Wash hands thoroughly after handling (P264). At work do not eat, drink, smoke or take drugs. Remove soiled or soaked clothing immediately. Take off contaminated clothing and wash before reuse (P362+P364).

Fire prevention

Keep away from sources of ignition - No smoking. Ground/bond container and receiving equipment (P240). Take precautionary measures against static discharges. Use only non-sparking tools (P242).

08

Exposure Controls / PPE

Occupational exposure limits, engineering controls, and protective equipment

Engineering

If ventilation insufficient, wear respiratory protection. Waste gas treatment by thermal oxidation.

Hands

Gloves made of fluoro rubber. For special purposes, it is recommended to check the resistance to chemicals of the protective gloves mentioned above together with the supplier of these gloves. KCL 730 Camatril-Velours (splash contact; thickness: 0,4 mm; break-through time: > 30 min). KCL 890 Vitoject (Full contact; Thickness: 0,7 mm; Break-through time: > 480 min).

Eyes

safety goggles with side protection

Respiratory

If ventilation insufficient, wear respiratory protection. Short term: filter apparatus, filter A

Skin/Body

liquid-proof protective clothing

Environmental

Do not discharge into the drains/surface waters/groundwater. Waste gas treatment by thermal oxidation.

09

Physical and Chemical Properties

Appearance, physical state, melting point, boiling point, and material characteristics

Language Code
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Physical State
liquid
Physical State Data
liquid
State Under Standard Conditions
---
Appearance
liquid
Colour
colourless
Colour Intensity
---
Form
---
Odor
of xylol
Odor Threshold
not determined
Ph
not applicable
Melting Point
< -51 C
Boiling Point
136 - 142 C 1013 hPa
Flash Point
25 - 32 C closed cup
Freezing Point
---
Softening Point
---
Solidification Point
---
Cloud Point
---
Crystallisation Point
---
Relative Evaporation Rate
---
Evaporation Rate
not determined
Vapor Pressure
2 kPa 37,8 C
Vapor Density
1,02 20 C air=1
Relative Density
0,86 - 0,87 g/ cm3 15 C
Bulk Density
not applicable
Density
---
Flammability
Flammable (solid) not applicable; Flammability (gas) not determined
Upper Explosive Limit
7 Vol-%
Lower Explosive Limit
1,1 Vol-%
Explosive Limits
---
Auto Ignition Temperature
432 - 588 C
Decomposition Temperature
not determined
Solubility
not determined
Partition Coefficient
3,12 - 3,2 20 C
Solubility In Water
146 - 190,7 mg/l 25 C
Solubility In Fat
---
Molecular Weight
---
Voc Content
---
Metal Corrosion
---
Dynamic Viscosity
0,6 mPa*s 20 C
Kinematic Viscosity
---
Properties Status
---
10

Stability and Reactivity

Chemical stability, hazardous reactions, and incompatible materials

The data for this section has not been processed yet.

12

Ecological Information

Environmental toxicity, biodegradation, and bioaccumulation data

12.1. Toxicity

Ecotoxicological effects | | Value | Species | Method | Validation | | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | | Fish | LC50 2,6 mg/l (96 h) | Oncorhynchus mykiss | OECD 203 | | | Daphnia | EC50 > 3,4 mg/l (46 h) | Daphnia magna | OECD 202 | | | Algae | IC50 2,2 mg/l (72 h) | Pseudokirchneriella subcapitata | OECD 201 | | | Bacteria | EC50 > 157 mg/l (3 h) | activated sludge | OECD 209, oxygen consumption | |

12.2. Persistence and degradability

### Physico-chemical degradability not determined ### Degradability 87,8 % (28 d) OECD 301 F readily degradable

The substance is readily degradable, showing 87.8% degradation over 28 days according to OECD 301 F.

12.3. Bioaccumulative potential

Bioconcentration factor (BCF): 25,9. No bioaccumulation.

12.4. Mobility in soil

Moderate adsorption in soil and sediment (log Koc = 2,73). Henry constant (H) at 25°C: 623 Pa m³/mol (calculated).

12.5. Results of PBT and vPvB assessment

This substance does not meet the PBT/vPvB criteria of REACH, annex XIII.

The substance does not meet the PBT/vPvB criteria of REACH, annex XIII.

12.1. Toxicity

NOEC (Oncorhynchus mykiss, 56 d, OECD 210): > 1.3 mg NOEC (Daphnia magna, 7 d, OECD 202): 0,96 mg/l NOEC (Alge): 0,44 mg/l

12.6. Other adverse effects

OC: not determined COD: 3,125 mg/g (Literature) BOD: not determined AOX: not applicable
13

Disposal Considerations

Waste treatment methods, disposal recommendations, and waste codes

The data for this section has not been processed yet.

14

Transport Information

UN numbers, shipping names, transport classes, and regulatory requirements

UN Number
1307
Shipping Name
XYLENES
Transport Class
3
Packing Group
III
ADR

not applicable

IMDG

not applicable

IATA

not applicable

15

Regulatory Information

Chemical regulations, safety assessments, and compliance status

VOC content 100 %

Chemical Safety Assessment Not performed
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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about safety, handling, and properties

What is the hazard signal word for Xylene (MX)?

The signal word is danger.

What is the physical form of Xylene (MX)?

Xylene (MX) is a liquid appearing as liquid with colourless color. It has of xylol odor.

What is the solubility of Xylene (MX)?

not determined

What is Xylene (MX) used for?

As solvent. As laboratory chemical. As intermediate.

What are the hazard statements for Xylene (MX)?

This substance has 7 hazard statements:

  • H226: Flammable liquid and vapour.
  • H304: May be fatal if swallowed and enters airways.
  • H312 + H332: Harmful in contact with skin or if inhaled.
  • H315: Causes skin irritation.
  • H319: Causes serious eye irritation.
  • H335: May cause respiratory irritation.
  • H373: May cause damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure.

What is the melting point of Xylene (MX)?

The melting point is < -51 C and the boiling point is 136 - 142 C 1013 hPa.