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XYLENES

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
XYLENES
Product Form
Substance
Chemical Name
XYLENES
Synonyms
XYLENES VIERGES ; XYLENE - XYL (TRA) ; 1330-20-7

Regulatory Identifiers

CAS Number
1330-20-7 Check regulations →
EC Number
215-535-7 Check regulations →
REACH No.
TOTAL RAFFINADERIJ ANTWERPEN (01-2119488216-32-0000) - ZEELAND REFINERY (01-2119488216-32-0021)

Identified Uses

Manufacture of substances, Distribution of substance, Formulation & (re)packing of substances and mixtures, Synthesis intermediate, Coating, Cleaner, Use as binders and release agents, Rubber production and processing, Polymer production, Polymer preparations and compounds, Use in Agrochemicals, Use in laboratories, Lubricant, Use as a fuel., Functional Fluids, Road and construction applications, Use in Oil field drilling and production operations, Extraction agents, Explosives manufacture & use

Uses advised against

No additional information available

Manufacturers & Suppliers

TOTAL PETROCHEMICALS & REFINING SA/NV logo

TOTAL PETROCHEMICALS & REFINING SA/NV

manufacturer

Rue de l'Industrie 52 Nijverheidsstraat - B-1040 BRUSSELS - BELGIUM

+32 (0)2.288.91.11

http://www.total.com

Emergency Contacts

Carechem 24 International

+44 (0) 1235 239 670

EN

Carechem 24 International

+33 1 49 00 00 49

Carechem 24 International

+44 (0) 1235 239 671

Carechem 24 International

+86 10 5100 3039

Carechem 24 International

+65 3158 1074

National Poisons Emergency number

08 45 46 47

National Poisons Information Centre Beaumont Hospital

+353 1 809 2166

8am - 10pm, 7/7

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
Aquatic Chronic Cat. 3 H412

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
H412 Harmful to aquatic life with long lasting effects

Precautionary Statements

P201 Obtain special instructions before use
P210 Keep away from heat, hot surfaces, sparks, open flames and other ignition sources. No smoking
P243 Take precautionary measures against static discharge
P262 Do not get in eyes, on skin, or on clothing
P273 Avoid release to the environment
P281 Use personal protective equipment as required
P301 + P330 + P331 IF SWALLOWED: rinse mouth. Do NOT induce vomiting
P303 + P361 + P353 IF ON SKIN (or hair): Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water/shower
P304 + P340 IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing
P309 + P311 IF exposed or if you feel unwell: Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician
P403 + P235 Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep cool

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03

Composition / Information on Ingredients

Chemical components, concentration ranges, and hazardous substance identification

Type mixture
Chemical Name CAS Number Concentration Hazardous
Xylene (mixture of isomers) EC: 215-535-7 1330-20-7 80% Yes
Ethylbenzene EC: 202-849-4 100-41-4 20% Yes
Toluene EC: 203-625-9 108-88-3 2% Yes

Notes

UVCB

04

First Aid Measures

Emergency procedures for chemical exposure incidents

Inhalation

Remove victim to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing. Call a physician immediately. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen. If breathing stops, give artificial respiration.

Skin contact

Remove/Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Wash with plenty of soap and water. If skin irritation persists, take medical advice.

Eye contact

Immediately rinse with water for a prolonged period while holding the eyelids wide open. Consult an eye specialist.

Ingestion

If swallowed, rinse mouth with water (only if the person is conscious). Take immediately victim to hospital.

Immediate Medical Attention

Call a physician immediately. Take immediately victim to hospital.

Medical Treatment

Treat symptomatically.

05

Firefighting Measures

Extinguishing media, specific hazards, and firefighter protection

Suitable media

Carbon dioxide. Dry powder. Foam.

Unsuitable media

Do not use a solid water stream as it may scatter and spread fire.

Specific hazards

Heavier than air, vapours may travel long distances along ground, ignite and flash back to source. Heat may build pressure, rupturing closed containers, spreading fire and increasing risk of burns and injuries.

Firefighter Protection

Complete protective clothing. Do not enter fire area without proper protective equipment, including respiratory protection.

06

Accidental Release Measures

Spill cleanup procedures, containment, and environmental protection

Emergency procedures

Avoid contact with skin and eyes. Evacuate unnecessary personnel. Eliminate all ignition sources if safe to do so.

Environmental

Prevent entry to sewers and public waters.

Cleanup methods

Sweep up or vacuum up the product. Take up liquid spill into absorbent material. On water, recover/skim from surface and pour out in disposal container.

Materials: sand, saw dust

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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

Ensure good ventilation of the work station. In use, may form flammable/explosive vapour-air mixture. Keep away from heat, hot surfaces, sparks, open flames and other ignition sources. No smoking. Take precautionary measures against static discharge during blending and transfer operations.

Storage

Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed. Keep away from heat, hot surfaces, sparks, open flames and other ignition sources. No smoking. Containers (tanks) should be grounded and provided with adequate pressure relief valve. Explosive vapour/air mixtures may be formed. Isolate, drain, wash and purge the systems or equipments before any maintenance or repair.

Hygiene

Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product. Keep away from food and drink. Always wash hands after handling the product. Take off contaminated clothing and wash before reuse.

Fire prevention

Keep away from heat, hot surfaces, sparks, open flames and other ignition sources. No smoking.

08

Exposure Controls / PPE

Occupational exposure limits, engineering controls, and protective equipment

Engineering

The substance is flammable and therefore the following conditions must be met to ensure safe use: Risks are controlled by storage and use under conditions which avoid all ignition sources. . Ensure adequate ventilation. Safety shower. Eye fountain.

Hands

hydrocarbons resistant gloves. In case of repeated or prolonged contact wear gloves. recommended material: fluorinated polymer. polyvinyl alcohol. Layer thickness : all thicknesses. Breakthrough time : > 480 min. EN 374-3. In the event of contact with the liquid: Nitrile rubber gloves. Layer thickness : > 0,30 mm. Breakthrough time : > 60 min. EN 374-3. Gloves may degrade in contact with this chemical. - Carefully check the glove for cracks or damage before reusing it, dispose of gloves where the penetration time is exceeded. The penetration time depends on temperature, glove material, thickness and construction. Penetration time is measured against EN 374 in laboratory conditions corresponding to permanent static contact and is not necessarily representative of the risk in the workplace. Contact the gloves' supplier for further information on the selection and resistance of gloves.

Eyes

Safety glasses. Do not wear contact lenses

Respiratory

Gas mask with filter type A. Where exposure through inhalation may occur from use, respiratory protection equipment is recommended

Skin/Body

Wear suitable protective clothing. Safety foot-wear

Environmental

Avoid release to the environment. Assure that emissions are compliant with all applicable air pollution control regulations.

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
---
Colour
Colourless.
Colour Intensity
---
Form
---
Odor
Aromatic.
Odor Threshold
No data available
Ph
No data available
Melting Point
-95 - 13 C
Boiling Point
136 - 152 C
Flash Point
> 23 C
Freezing Point
No data available
Softening Point
---
Solidification Point
---
Cloud Point
---
Crystallisation Point
---
Relative Evaporation Rate
No data available
Evaporation Rate
---
Vapor Pressure
6.5 - 9.5 hPa (20C)
Vapor Density
---
Relative Density
No data available
Bulk Density
---
Density
860 - 880 kg/m
Flammability
No data available
Upper Explosive Limit
7 vol %
Lower Explosive Limit
1 vol %
Explosive Limits
---
Auto Ignition Temperature
432 - 528 C
Decomposition Temperature
No data available
Solubility
insoluble.
Partition Coefficient
3.1 - 3.2
Solubility In Water
146 - 191 mg/l
Solubility In Fat
---
Molecular Weight
---
Voc Content
---
Metal Corrosion
---
Dynamic Viscosity
No data available
Kinematic Viscosity
< 0.9 mm/s (20C)
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

Ecology - general : Harmful to aquatic life with long lasting effects. Do not allow product to spread into the environment. Ecology - air : Product evaporates when in contact with the air. Ecology - water : the product spreads out on the surface of the water, a small fraction of the constituents may be dissolved. | XYLENES (1330-20-7) | | | --- | --- | | NOEC chronic algae | 0.44 mg/l | | Xylene (mixture of isomers) (1330-20-7) | | | LC50 fish 1 | 13.4 mg/l (Pimephales promelas) | | LC50 fish 2 | 2.661 - 4.093 mg/l (Oncorhynchus mykiss) | | EC50 Daphnia 1 | 3.82 mg/l (water flea) | | EC50 Daphnia 2 | 0.6 mg/l (Gammarus lacustris) | | Ethylbenzene (100-41-4) | | | LC50 fish 1 | 11.0 - 18.0 mg/l (Oncorhynchus mykiss) | | LC50 fish 2 | 4.2 mg/l (Oncorhynchus mykiss) | | EC50 Daphnia 1 | 1.8 - 2.4 mg/l (Daphnia) | | EC50 other aquatic organisms 1 | 4.6 mg/l (Pseudokirchneriella subcapitata) | | EC50 other aquatic organisms 2 | >438 mg/l (Pseudokirchneriella subcapitata) | | NOEC (chronic) | 1 mg/l (Daphnia) | | Toluene (108-88-3) | | | LC50 fish 1 | 15.22 - 19.05 mg/l (Pimephales promelas) | | LC50 fish 2 | 12.6 mg/l (Pimephales promelas) | | EC50 Daphnia 1 | 5.46 - 9.83 mg/l (Daphnia magna) | | EC50 Daphnia 2 | 11.5 mg/l (Daphnia magna) | | EC50 other aquatic organisms 1 | >433 mg/l (Pseudokirchneriella subcapitata) | | EC50 other aquatic organisms 2 | 12.5 mg/l (Pseudokirchneriella subcapitata) |

Harmful to aquatic life with long lasting effects.

12.2. Persistence and degradability

XYLENES (1330-20-7) Persistence and degradability: Inherently biodegradable.

Inherently biodegradable.

12.3. Bioaccumulative potential

XYLENES (1330-20-7) Log Pow 3.1 - 3.2 Xylene (mixture of isomers) (1330-20-7) BCF fish 1 0.6 - 15 Log Pow 2.77 - 3.15 Ethylbenzene (100-41-4) BCF fish 1 15 Log Pow 3.118 Toluene (108-88-3) Log Pow 2.65

12.4. Mobility in soil

Avoid sub-soil penetration. it may pass through the soil and is likely to contaminate ground water.

The substance may pass through the soil and is likely to contaminate ground water; sub-soil penetration should be avoided.

12.5. Results of PBT and vPvB assessment

No additional information available

12.6. Other adverse effects

No additional information available
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

No supplementary information available

IMDG

No supplementary information available

IATA

No supplementary information available

15

Regulatory Information

Chemical regulations, safety assessments, and compliance status

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about safety, handling, and properties

What other names is XYLENES known by?

XYLENES is also known as: XYLENES VIERGES ; XYLENE - XYL (TRA) ; 1330-20-7

What is the hazard signal word for XYLENES?

The signal word is danger.

What is the physical form of XYLENES?

XYLENES is a liquid with colourless. color. It has aromatic. odor.

What is the solubility of XYLENES?

insoluble.

What is XYLENES used for?

Manufacture of substances, Distribution of substance, Formulation & (re)packing of substances and mixtures, Synthesis intermediate, Coating, Cleaner, Use as binders and release agents, Rubber production and processing, Polymer production, Polymer preparations and compounds, Use in Agrochemicals, Use in laboratories, Lubricant, Use as a fuel., Functional Fluids, Road and construction applications, Use in Oil field drilling and production operations, Extraction agents, Explosives manufacture & use

What are the hazard statements for XYLENES?

This substance has 8 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
  • H412: Harmful to aquatic life with long lasting effects

What is the melting point of XYLENES?

The melting point is -95 - 13 C and the boiling point is 136 - 152 C.