Identification
Product identifiers, regulatory numbers, and supplier information
Product Information
- Product Name
- Xylene, mixture of isomers TECHNICAL KLINIPATH®
- Product Code
- 4055
Regulatory Identifiers
- CAS Number
- 1330-20-7 Check regulations →
- REACH No.
- 01-2119488216-32-XXXX
Identified Uses
General chemical reagent
Manufacturers & Suppliers
VWR International Ltd.
distributor
Hunter Boulevard, Magna Park, Lutterworth, LE17 4XN
0800 22 33 44
VWR
Emergency Contacts
CareChem24
+44 (0) 1270 502894
Hazard Identification
GHS classification, signal word, pictograms, and hazard statements
Hazard Classifications
GHS Pictograms
GHS02
GHS07
GHS08
Hazard Statements
Precautionary Statements
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Composition / Information on Ingredients
Chemical components, concentration ranges, and hazardous substance identification
First Aid Measures
Emergency procedures for chemical exposure incidents
Immediately call a POISON CENTRE/doctor. Remove casualty to fresh air and keep warm and at rest. If breathing is irregular or stopped, administer artificial respiration.
After contact with skin, wash immediately with plenty of water and soap. Remove contaminated, saturated clothing immediately. In case of skin reactions, consult a physician.
In case of contact with eyes flush immediately with plenty of flowing water for 10 to 15 minutes holding eyelids apart and consult an ophthalmologist. Protect uninjured eye. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing.
Immediately call a POISON CENTRE/doctor. Do NOT induce vomiting. Rinse mouth thoroughly with water. Give nothing to eat or drink.
Firefighting Measures
Extinguishing media, specific hazards, and firefighter protection
Water spray, ABC-powder, Carbon dioxide (CO2), Nitrogen
no restriction
Pyrolysis products, toxic
DO NOT fight fire when fire reaches explosives.
Firefighter Protection
Wear a self-contained breathing apparatus and chemical protective clothing.
Accidental Release Measures
Spill cleanup procedures, containment, and environmental protection
Special danger of slipping by leaking/spilling product. In case of major fire and large quantities: Remove persons to safety.
In case of major fire and large quantities: Remove persons to safety. Wear a self-contained breathing apparatus and chemical protective clothing.
Do not allow to enter into soil/subsoil. Do not allow to enter into surface water or drains.
Clean contaminated articles and floor according to the environmental legislation.
Related Products
Similar products with comparable safety profiles
Handling and Storage
Safe handling precautions, storage conditions, and workplace requirements
All work processes must always be designed so that the following is as low as possible: Inhalation, skin contact, Eye contact. Use extractor hood (laboratory).
Keep container tightly closed and in a well-ventilated place. Keep/Store only in original container.
Exposure Controls / PPE
Occupational exposure limits, engineering controls, and protective equipment
Technical measures and the application of suitable work processes have priority over personal protection equipment. If handled uncovered, arrangements with local exhaust ventilation have to be used.
When handling with chemical substances, protective gloves must be worn with the CE-label including the four control digits. Recommended glove articles DIN-/EN-Norms EN ISO 374 In the case of wanting to use the gloves again, clean them before taking off and air them well. By short-term hand contact: Suitable material: NBR (Nitrile rubber), Thickness of the glove material: 0,38 mm, Breakthrough time: -, Recommended glove articles: VWR 112-1381. By long-term hand contact: Suitable material: PE (polyethylene), Thickness of the glove material: -, Breakthrough time: > 480 min, Recommended glove articles: VWR 112-1009.
Eye glasses with side protection DIN-/EN-Norms: DIN EN 166. Recommendation: VWR 111-0432
Respiratory protection necessary at: aerosol or mist formation. Suitable respiratory protection apparatus: Full-/half-/quarter-face masks (DIN EN 136/140). Recommendation: VWR 111-0206. Suitable material: A1. Recommendation: VWR 111-8930.
Wear suitable protective clothing. When handling with chemical substances, protective clothing with CE-labels including the four control digits must be worn.
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Physical and Chemical Properties
Appearance, physical state, melting point, boiling point, and material characteristics
Stability and Reactivity
Chemical stability, hazardous reactions, and incompatible materials
The product is chemically stable under standard ambient conditions (room temperature).
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Ecological Information
Environmental toxicity, biodegradation, and bioaccumulation data
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Disposal Considerations
Waste treatment methods, disposal recommendations, and waste codes
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Transport Information
UN numbers, shipping names, transport classes, and regulatory requirements
- UN Number
- 1307
- Shipping Name
- XYLENES
- Transport Class
- 3
- Packing Group
- III
Hazard identification number (Kemler No.): 30, tunnel restriction code: D/E
Regulatory Information
Chemical regulations, safety assessments, and compliance status
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about safety, handling, and properties
What is the hazard signal word for Xylene, mixture of isomers TECHNICAL KLINIPATH®?
The signal word is danger.
What is the physical form of Xylene, mixture of isomers TECHNICAL KLINIPATH®?
Xylene, mixture of isomers TECHNICAL KLINIPATH® is a liquid with colourless color. It has characteristic odor.
What is Xylene, mixture of isomers TECHNICAL KLINIPATH® used for?
General chemical reagent
What are the hazard statements for Xylene, mixture of isomers TECHNICAL KLINIPATH®?
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 Xylene, mixture of isomers TECHNICAL KLINIPATH®?
The melting point is -95-13 °C and the boiling point is 136-152 °C.