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Xylenes

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01

Identification

Product identifiers, regulatory numbers, and supplier information

Product Information

Product Name
Xylenes
Product Code
000000020588

Regulatory Identifiers

CAS Number
N/A

Identified Uses

Laboratory chemicals

Manufacturers & Suppliers

H

Honeywell International Inc.

manufacturer

1953 South Harvey Street Muskegon, MI 49442

1-800-368-0050

Emergency Contacts

Medical

1-800-498-5701

24 hours/day, 7 days/week

Medical

+1-303-389-1414

24 hours/day, 7 days/week

Transportation (CHEMTREC)

1-800-424-9300

24 hours/day, 7 days/week

Transportation (CHEMTREC)

+1-703-527-3887

24 hours/day, 7 days/week

02

Hazard Identification

GHS classification, signal word, pictograms, and hazard statements

Classified danger

Hazard Classifications

Flam. Liq. Cat. 3
Skin Irrit. Cat. 2
Eye Irrit. Cat. 2A
Carc. Cat. 2
STOT SE Cat. 3
STOT RE Cat. 2
Asp. Tox. Cat. 1

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.
H315 Causes skin irritation.
H319 Causes serious eye irritation.
H335 May cause respiratory irritation.
H351 Suspected of causing cancer.
H372 May cause damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure.

Precautionary Statements

P201 Obtain special instructions before use.
P202 Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood.
P210 Keep away from heat/sparks/open flames/hot surfaces. No smoking.
P233 Keep container tightly closed.
P235 Keep cool.
P240 Ground/bond container and receiving equipment.
P241 Use explosion-proof electrical/ ventilating/ lighting/ equipment.
P242 Use only non-sparking tools.
P243 Take precautionary measures against static discharge.
P261 Do not breathe dust/ fume/ gas/ mist/ vapours/ spray.
P264 Wash skin thoroughly after handling.
P271 Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area.
P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection.
P303 + P361 + P353 IF ON SKIN (or hair): Remove/ Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water/ shower.
P304 + P341 IF INHALED: Remove victim to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing.
P305 + P351 + P338 IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing.
P308 + P313 IF exposed or concerned: Get medical advice/ attention.
P310 IF SWALLOWED: Immediately call a POISON CENTER/doctor.
P331 Do NOT induce vomiting.
P332 + P313 If skin irritation occurs: Get medical advice/ attention.
P337 + P313 If eye irritation persists: Get medical advice/ attention.
P362 + P364 Take off contaminated clothing and wash before reuse.
P370 + P378 In case of fire: Use dry sand, dry chemical or alcohol-resistant foam for extinction.
P403 + P233 Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed.
P405 Store locked up.
P501 Dispose of contents/ container to an approved waste disposal plant.

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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) 1330-20-7 100% Yes
Ethylbenzene 100-41-4 25% Yes
04

First Aid Measures

Emergency procedures for chemical exposure incidents

Inhalation

If breathed in, move person into fresh air.

Skin contact

Wash off immediately with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes.

Eye contact

Rinse thoroughly with plenty of water, also under the eyelids. Protect unharmed eye. Remove contact lenses.

Ingestion

When swallowed, allow water to be drunk.

Immediate Medical Attention

Call a physician immediately.

05

Firefighting Measures

Extinguishing media, specific hazards, and firefighter protection

Suitable media

Water spray, Foam, Carbon dioxide (CO2), Dry powder

Unsuitable media

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

Specific hazards

Flammable. Vapours may form explosive mixtures with air. Vapours are heavier than air and may spread along floors. Vapors may travel to areas away from work site before igniting/flashing back to vapor source.

Firefighter Protection

Wear an approved positive pressure self-contained breathing apparatus in addition to standard fire fighting gear.

06

Accidental Release Measures

Spill cleanup procedures, containment, and environmental protection

Emergency procedures

Evacuate personnel to safe areas. Wear personal protective equipment. Unprotected persons must be kept away.

Environmental

Do not flush into surface water or sanitary sewer system.

Cleanup methods

soak up with non-combustible absorbent material

Materials: non-combustible absorbent material, (e.g. sand, earth, diatomaceous earth, vermiculite)

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Related Products

Similar products with comparable safety profiles

X

Xylenes

CAS: 1330-20-7

X

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CAS: 1330-20-7

X

Xylenes

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X

Xylenes

CAS: 1330-20-7

X

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CAS: 1330-20-7

X

XYLENES

CAS: 1330-20-7

X

Xylenol

CAS: 1300-71-6

M

m-Xylene

CAS: 108-38-3

07

Handling and Storage

Safe handling precautions, storage conditions, and workplace requirements

Handling

Wear personal protective equipment. Use only in well-ventilated areas. Do not breathe vapours or spray mist. Do not get in eyes, on skin, or on clothing.

Storage

Store in area designed for storage of flammable liquids. Protect from physical damage. Store in original container. Keep containers tightly closed in a dry, cool and well-ventilated place.

Fire prevention

Keep product and empty container away from heat and sources of ignition. No smoking. Take precautionary measures against static discharges.

08

Exposure Controls / PPE

Occupational exposure limits, engineering controls, and protective equipment

Engineering

Use with local exhaust ventilation.

Hands

Impervious gloves. Gloves must be inspected prior to use. Replace when worn.

Eyes

Safety goggles

Respiratory

In case of insufficient ventilation, wear suitable respiratory equipment.

Skin/Body

Protective suit

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
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Appearance
---
Colour
colourless
Colour Intensity
---
Form
---
Odor
aromatic
Odor Threshold
---
Ph
Note: Not applicable
Melting Point
-34 °C
Boiling Point
136 - 140 °C
Flash Point
77 °F (25 °C)
Freezing Point
---
Softening Point
---
Solidification Point
---
Cloud Point
---
Crystallisation Point
---
Relative Evaporation Rate
---
Evaporation Rate
---
Vapor Pressure
5 - 10 hPa at 20 °C(68 °F)
Vapor Density
3.66 Note: (Air = 1.0)
Relative Density
---
Bulk Density
---
Density
0.87 g/cm3
Flammability
Not applicable
Upper Explosive Limit
7 % (V)
Lower Explosive Limit
1.1 % (V)
Explosive Limits
---
Auto Ignition Temperature
Note: no data available
Decomposition Temperature
Note: No decomposition if used as directed.
Solubility
---
Partition Coefficient
Note: no data available
Solubility In Water
0.2 g/l at 20 °C
Solubility In Fat
---
Molecular Weight
106.17 g/mol
Voc Content
---
Metal Corrosion
---
Dynamic Viscosity
0.61 mPa.s at 20 °C
Kinematic Viscosity
0.75 mm2/s at 25 °C
Properties Status
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10

Stability and Reactivity

Chemical stability, hazardous reactions, and incompatible materials

Stability

Stable under normal conditions.

Reactivity

Vapours may form explosive mixture with air.

Hazardous reactions

Hazardous polymerisation does not occur.

Avoid

Keep away from heat and sources of ignition.

Incompatible

Strong oxidizing agents

Decomposition

Fire may cause evolution of: carbon oxides (CO, CO2).

12

Ecological Information

Environmental toxicity, biodegradation, and bioaccumulation data

Toxicity

Toxicity to fish Xylene (mixture of isomers) : static test LC50: 26.7 mg/l Exposure time: 96 h Species: Pimephales promelas (fathead minnow)

12.1 Toxicity

Ethylbenzene : static test LC50: 4.2 mg/l Exposure time: 96 h Species: Oncorhynchus mykiss (rainbow trout) Method: OECD Test Guideline 203 flow-through test LC50: 12.1 mg/l Exposure time: 96 h Species: Pimephales promelas (fathead minnow) Toxicity to daphnia and other aquatic invertebrates Ethylbenzene : static test EC50: 1.81 - 2.38 mg/l Exposure time: 48 h Species: Daphnia magna (Water flea) Toxicity to algae Ethylbenzene : Growth rate EC50: 3.6 mg/l Exposure time: 96 h Species: Pseudokirchneriella subcapitata (green algae)

12.2 Persistence and degradability

Elimination information (persistence and degradability) Biodegradability

12.2 Persistence and degradability

Inherently biodegradable.

The substance is inherently biodegradable.

13

Disposal Considerations

Waste treatment methods, disposal recommendations, and waste codes

Disposal

Observe all Federal, State, and Local Environmental regulations.

14

Transport Information

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

UN Number
UN1307
Shipping Name
XYLENES
Transport Class
3
Packing Group
III
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 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 Xylenes used for?

Laboratory chemicals

What are the hazard statements for Xylenes?

This substance has 7 hazard statements:

  • H226: Flammable liquid and vapour.
  • H304: May be fatal if swallowed and enters airways.
  • H315: Causes skin irritation.
  • H319: Causes serious eye irritation.
  • H335: May cause respiratory irritation.
  • H351: Suspected of causing cancer.
  • H372: May cause damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure.

What is the melting point of Xylenes?

The melting point is -34 °C and the boiling point is 136 - 140 °C.