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Section 1 - CHEMICAL PRODUCT AND COMPANY IDENTIFICATION
PRODUCT NAME
XS SOLVENT
SYNONYMS
cleaning solvent Syntec
PROPER SHIPPING NAME
FLAMMABLE LIQUID, N.O.S.
PRODUCT USE
Cleaning solvent The use of a quantity of material in an unventilated or confined space
may result in increased exposure and an irritating atmosphere developing.
SUPPLIER
Company: AV Syntec Pty Ltd Company: AV Syntec Pty Ltd
Address: Address:
30 Futura Road 15-21 Argon Street
Keysborough Carole Park
VIC, 3173 QLD, 4300
AUS AUS
Telephone: +61 3 9798 4944 Telephone: +61 7 3271 3411
Emergency Tel: +1800 039 008 Emergency Tel: +1800 039 008
Emergency Tel: +61 3 9573 3112 Emergency Tel: +61 3 9573 3112
Fax: 03 9798 5877 Fax: 07 3271 1852
HAZARD RATINGS
Flammability:
Toxicity:
Body Contact:
Reactivity:
Chronic:
SCALE: Min/Nil=0 Low=1 Moderate=2 High=3 Extreme=4
Section 2 - HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION
STATEMENT OF HAZARDOUS NATURE
CONSIDERED A DANGEROUS SUBSTANCE ACCORDING TO DIRECTIVE
67/548/EEC, POINT 4; AND HAZARDOUS ACCORDING TO OSHA 29 CFR
1910.1200 (USA).
HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCE. DANGEROUS GOODS.
According to the Criteria of NOHSC, and the ADG Code.
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Section 2 - HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION ...
POISONS SCHEDULE
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RISK
Flammable.
Harmful by inhalation and in contact with skin.
Irritating to eyes and skin.
HARMFUL-May cause lung damage if swallowed.
Ingestion may produce health damage*.
Cumulative effects may result following exposure*.
May produce discomfort of the respiratory system*.
Limited evidence of a carcinogenic effect*.
May be harmful to the foetus/ embryo*.
Vapours potentially cause drowsiness and dizziness*.
* (limited evidence)
SAFETY
Keep away from sources of ignition. No smoking.
Keep container in a well ventilated place.
Avoid exposure - obtain special instructions before use.
Do not empty into drains.
Keep container tightly closed.
Take off immediately all contaminated clothing.
In case of contact with eyes, rinse with plenty of water and contact Doctor or
Poisons Information Centre.
If you feel unwell contact Doctor or Poisons Information Centre. (Show the label
if possible).
Section 3 - COMPOSITION / INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS
NAME CAS RN %
xylene 1330-20-7 100
NOTE: Manufacturer has supplied full ingredient
information to allow CHEMWATCH assessment.
Section 4 - FIRST AID MEASURES
SWALLOWED
Rinse mouth out with plenty of water.
If poisoning occurs, contact a doctor or Poisons Information Centre.
聹 If swallowed do NOT induce vomiting.
聹 If vomiting occurs, lean patient forward or place on left side (head-down
position, if possible) to maintain open airway and prevent aspiration.
聹 Observe the patient carefully.
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Section 4 - FIRST AID MEASURES ...
聹 Never give liquid to a person showing signs of being sleepy or with reduced
awareness; i.e. becoming unconsciousness
聹 Give water to rinse out mouth, then provide liquid slowly and as much as
casualty can comfortably drink.
聹 Seek medical advice.
If spontaneous vomiting appears imminent or occurs, hold patient鈥檚 head down,
lower than their hips to help avoid possible aspiration of vomitus.
EYE
If this product comes in contact with the eyes:
聹 Immediately hold eyelids apart and flush the eye continuously with running
water.
聹 Ensure complete irrigation of the eye by keeping eyelids apart and away from
eye and moving the eyelids by occasionally lifting the upper and lower lids.
聹 Continue flushing until advised to stop by the Poisons Information Centre or a
doctor, or for at least 15 minutes.
聹 Transport to hospital or doctor without delay.
聹 Removal of contact lenses after an eye injury should only be undertaken by
skilled personnel.
SKIN
If skin contact occurs:
聹 Immediately remove all contaminated clothing, including footwear
聹 Flush skin and hair with running water (and soap if available).
聹 Seek medical attention in event of irritation.
INHALED
聹 If fumes or combustion products are inhaled remove from contaminated area.
聹 Lay patient down. Keep warm and rested.
聹 Prostheses such as false teeth, which may block airway, should be removed,
where possible, prior to initiating first aid procedures.
聹 Apply artificial respiration if not breathing, preferably with a demand valve
resuscitator, bag-valve mask device, or pocket mask as trained. Perform CPR if
necessary.
聹 Transport to hospital, or doctor, without delay.
NOTES TO PHYSICIAN
For acute or short term repeated exposures to xylene:
聹 Gastro-intestinal absorption is significant with ingestions. For ingestions
exceeding 1-2 ml (xylene)/kg, intubation and lavage with cuffed endotracheal
tube is recommended. The use of charcoal and cathartics is equivocal.
聹 Pulmonary absorption is rapid with about 60-65% retained at rest.
聹 Primary threat to life from ingestion and/or inhalation, is respiratory
failure.
聹 Patients should be quickly evaluated for signs of respiratory distress (e.g.
cyanosis, tachypnoea, intercostal retraction, obtundation) and given oxygen.
Patients with inadequate tidal volumes or poor arterial blood gases (pO2 < 50 mm
Hg or pCO2 > 50 mm Hg) should be intubated.
聹 Arrhythmias complicate some hydrocarbon ingestion and/or inhalation and
electrocardiographic evidence of myocardial injury has been reported;
intravenous lines and cardiac monitors should be established in obviously
symptomatic patients. The lungs excrete inhaled solvents, so that
hyperventilation improves clearance.
聹 A chest x-ray should be taken immediately after stabilisation of breathing and
circulation to document aspiration and detect the presence of pneumothorax.
聹 Epinephrine (adrenalin) is not recommended for treatment of bronchospasm
because of potential myocardial sensitisation to catecholamines. Inhaled
cardioselective bronchodilators (e.g. Alupent, Salbutamol) are the preferred
agents, with aminophylline a second choice.
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Section 4 - FIRST AID MEASURES ...
BIOLOGICAL EXPOSURE INDEX - BEI
These represent the determinants observed in specimens collected from a healthy
worker exposed at the Exposure Standard (ES or TLV):
Determinant Index Sampling Time Comments
Methylhippu-ric 1.5 gm/gm End of shift
acids in urine creatinine
2 mg/min Last 4 hrs of
shift
Section 5 - FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES
EXTINGUISHING MEDIA
聹 Foam.
聹 Dry chemical powder.
聹 BCF (where regulations permit).
聹 Carbon dioxide.
聹 Water spray or fog - Large fires only.
FIRE FIGHTING
聹 Alert Fire Brigade and tell them location and nature of hazard.
聹 May be violently or explosively reactive.
聹 Wear breathing apparatus plus protective gloves.
聹 Prevent, by any means available, spillage from entering drains or water
course.
聹 If safe, switch off electrical equipment until vapour fire hazard removed.
聹 Use water delivered as a fine spray to control fire and cool adjacent area.
聹 Avoid spraying water onto liquid pools.
聹 DO NOT approach containers suspected to be hot.
聹 Cool fire exposed containers with water spray from a protected location.
聹 If safe to do so, remove containers from path of fire.
FIRE/EXPLOSION HAZARD
聹 Liquid and vapour are flammable.
聹 Moderate fire hazard when exposed to heat or flame.
聹 Vapour forms an explosive mixture with air.
聹 Moderate explosion hazard when exposed to heat or flame.
聹 Vapour may travel a considerable distance to source of ignition.
聹 Heating may cause expansion or decomposition leading to violent rupture of
containers.
聹 On combustion, may emit toxic fumes of carbon monoxide (CO).
Other combustion products include carbon dioxide (CO2)
FIRE INCOMPATIBILITY
Avoid contamination with oxidising agents i.e. nitrates, oxidising acids,
chlorine bleaches, pool chlorine etc. as ignition may result
HAZCHEM
3[Y]
Personal Protective Equipment
Glasses:
Chemical goggles.
Gloves:
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Section 5 - FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES ...
1.PE/EVAL/PE 2.PVA 3.VITON
Respirator:
Type A Filter of sufficient capacity
Section 6 - ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
EMERGENCY PROCEDURES
MINOR SPILLS
聹 Remove all ignition sources.
聹 Clean up all spills immediately.
聹 Avoid breathing vapours and contact with skin and eyes.
聹 Control personal contact by using protective equipment.
聹 Contain and absorb small quantities with vermiculite or other absorbent
material.
聹 Wipe up.
聹 Collect residues in a flammable waste container.
MAJOR SPILLS
聹 Clear area of personnel and move upwind.
聹 Alert Fire Brigade and tell them location and nature of hazard.
聹 May be violently or explosively reactive.
聹 Wear breathing apparatus plus protective gloves.
聹 Prevent, by any means available, spillage from entering drains or water
course.
聹 No smoking, naked lights or ignition sources.
聹 Increase ventilation.
聹 Stop leak if safe to do so.
聹 Water spray or fog may be used to disperse / absorb vapour.
聹 Contain spill with sand, earth or vermiculite.
聹 Use only spark-free shovels and explosion proof equipment.
聹 Collect recoverable product into labelled containers for recycling.
聹 Absorb remaining product with sand, earth or vermiculite.
聹 Collect solid residues and seal in labelled drums for disposal.
聹 Wash area and prevent runoff into drains.
聹 If contamination of drains or waterways occurs, advise emergency services.
PROTECTIVE ACTIONS FOR SPILL
PROTECTIVE ACTION ZONE
half
evacuation
downwind
direction
distance
down wind distance
wind isolation
direction distance
half
evacuation downwind
INITIAL direction distance
ISOLATION
ZONE
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Section 6 - ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES ...
From IERG (Canada/Australia)
Isolation Distance 25 metres
Downwind Protection Distance 300 metres
IERG Number 14
FOOTNOTES
1 PROTECTIVE ACTION ZONE is defined as the area in which people are at risk
of harmful exposure. This zone assumes that random changes in wind direction
confines the vapour plume to an area within 30 degrees on either side of the
predominant wind direction, resulting in a crosswind protective action distance
equal to the downwind protective action distance.
2 PROTECTIVE ACTIONS should be initiated to the extent possible, beginning with
those closest to the spill and working away from the site in the downwind
direction. Within the protective action zone a level of vapour concentration
may exist resulting in nearly all unprotected persons becoming incapacitated
and unable to take protective action and/or incurring serious or irreversible
health effects.
3 INITIAL ISOLATION ZONE is determined as an area, including upwind of the
incident, within which a high probability of localised wind reversal may
expose nearly all persons without appropriate protection to life-threatening
concentrations of the material.
4 SMALL SPILLS involve a leaking package of 200 litres (55 US gallons) or less,
such as a drum (jerrican or box with inner containers). Larger packages leaking
less than 200 litres and compressed gas leaking from a small cylinder are also
considered "small spills".
LARGE SPILLS involve many small leaking packages or a leaking package of
greater than 200 litres, such as a cargo tank, portable tank or a "one-tonne"
compressed gas cylinder.
5 Guide 128 is taken from the US DOT emergency response guide book.
6 IERG information is derived from CANUTEC - Transport Canada.
EMERGENCY RESPONSE PLANNING GUIDLINES (ERPG)
The maximum airborne concentration below which it is believed that nearly all
individuals could be exposed for up to one hour WITHOUT experiencing or developing
life-threatening health effects is:
irreversible or other serious effects or symptoms which could
impair an individual鈥檚 ability to take protective action is:
other than mild, transient adverse effects
without perceiving a clearly defined odour is:
American Industrial Hygiene Association (AIHA)
Personal Protective Equipment advice is contained in Section 8 of the MSDS.
Section 7 - HANDLING AND STORAGE
PROCEDURE FOR HANDLING
聹 Avoid all personal contact, including inhalation.
聹 Wear protective clothing when risk of overexposure occurs.
聹 Use in a well-ventilated area.
聹 Prevent concentration in hollows and sumps.
聹 DO NOT enter confined spaces until atmosphere has been checked.
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Section 7 - HANDLING AND STORAGE ...
聹 Avoid smoking, naked lights or ignition sources.
聹 Avoid generation of static electricity.
聹 DO NOT use plastic buckets.
聹 Earth all lines and equipment.
聹 Use spark-free tools when handling.
聹 Avoid contact with incompatible materials.
聹 When handling, DO NOT eat, drink or smoke.
聹 Keep containers securely sealed when not in use.
聹 Avoid physical damage to containers.
聹 Always wash hands with soap and water after handling.
聹 Work clothes should be laundered separately.
聹 Use good occupational work practice.
聹 Observe manufacturer鈥檚 storing and handling recommendations.
聹 Atmosphere should be regularly checked against established exposure standards
to ensure safe working conditions.
SUITABLE CONTAINER
聹 Metal can or drum
聹 Packaging as recommended by manufacturer.
聹 Check all containers are clearly labelled and free from leaks.
Plastic containers may only be used if approved for flammable liquids.
STORAGE INCOMPATIBILITY
Avoid storage with oxidisers
STORAGE REQUIREMENTS
聹 Store in approved flammable liquid storage area.
聹 No smoking, naked lights/ignition sources.
聹 Keep containers securely sealed.
聹 Store away from incompatible materials in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area.
聹 Protect containers against physical damage and check regularly for leaks.
聹 Observe manufacturer鈥檚 storing and handling recommendations.
Section 8 - EXPOSURE CONTROLS / PERSONAL PROTECTION
EXPOSURE CONTROLS
None assigned. Refer to individual constituents.
ODOUR SAFETY FACTOR (OSF)
OSF=4 (XYLENE)
Exposed individuals are NOT reasonably expected to be warned, by smell, that the
Exposure Standard is being exceeded.
Odour Safety Factor (OSF) is determined to fall into either Class C, D or E.
The Odour Safety Factor (OSF) is defined as:
OSF= Exposure Standard (TWA) ppm/ Odour Threshold Value (OTV) ppm
Classification into classes follows:
Class OSF Description
A 550 Over 90% of exposed
individuals are aware by
smell that the Exposure
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Standard (TLV-TWA for
example) is being
reached, even when
distracted by working
activities
B 26-550 As "A" for 50-90% of
persons being distracted
C 1-26 As "A" for less than 50%
of persons being
distracted
D 0.18-1 10-50% of persons aware
of being tested perceive
by smell that the
Exposure Standard is
being reached
E <0.18 As "D" for less than 10%
of persons aware of being
tested
EXPOSURE STANDARDS FOR MIXTURE
"Worst Case" computer-aided prediction of vapour components/concentrations:
Composite Exposure Standard for Mixture (TWA) (mg/m鲁): 350 mg/m鲁
If the breathing zone concentration of ANY of the components listed below is
exceeded, "Worst Case" considerations deem the individual to be overexposed.
Component Breathing Zone ppm Breathing Zone mg/m鲁 Mixture Conc: (%)
Component Breathing zone Breathing Zone Mixture Conc
(ppm) (mg/m鲁) (%)
xylene 80.00 350.0000 100.0
REPRODUCTIVE HEALTH GUIDELINES
Established occupational exposure limits frequently do not take into
consideration reproductive end points that are clearly below the thresholds for
other toxic effects. Occupational reproductive guidelines (ORGs) have been
suggested as an additional standard. These have been established after a
literature search for reproductive no-observed-adverse effect-level (NOAEL) and
the lowest-observed-adverse-effect-level (LOAEL). In addition the US EPA' s
procedures for risk assessment for hazard identification and dose-response
assessment as applied by NIOSH were used in the creation of such limits.
TLV
Ingredient ORG UF Endpoint CR Adeq
xylene 1.5 mg/m鲁 10 D NA -
These exposure guidelines have been derived from a screening level of risk
assessment and should not be construed as unequivocally safe limits. ORGS
represent an 8-hour time-weighted average unless specified otherwise.
CR = Cancer Risk/10000; UF = Uncertainty factor:
TLV believed to be adequate to protect reproductive health:
LOD: Limit of detection
Toxic endpoints have also been identified as:
D = Developmental; R = Reproductive; TC = Transplacental carcinogen
Jankovic J., Drake F.: A Screening Method for Occupational Reproductive
American Industrial Hygiene Association Journal 57: 641-649 (1996)
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Section 8 - EXPOSURE CONTROLS / PERSONAL PROTECTION ...
INGREDIENT DATA
XYLENE:
TLV TWA: 100 ppm A4;BEI [ACGIH]
TLV STEL: 150 ppm A4;BEI [ACGIH]
PEL TWA: 100 ppm, 435 mg/m鲁 [OSHA Z1]
TLV TWA: 100 ppm, 434 mg/m鲁; STEL: 150 ppm, 651 mg/m鲁 A4
NOTE: This substance has been classified by the ACGIH as A4 NOT classifiable as
causing Cancer in humans
ES TWA: 80 ppm, 350 mg/m鲁; STEL: 150 ppm, 655 mg/m鲁 (Under review)
OES TWA: 100 ppm, 441 mg/m鲁; STEL: 150 ppm, 662 mg/m鲁 skin
Exposure limits with "skin" notation indicate that vapour and liquid may be
absorbed through intact skin. Absorption by skin may readily exceed vapour
inhalation exposure. Symptoms for skin absorption are the same as for
inhalation. Contact with eyes and mucous membranes may also contribute to
overall exposure and may also invalidate the exposure standard.
IDLH Level: 900 ppm
Odour Threshold Value: 20 ppm (detection), 40 ppm (recognition)
NOTE: Detector tubes for o-xylene, measuring in excess of 10 ppm, are
available commercially. (m-xylene and p-xylene give almost the same
response)
Xylene vapour is an irritant to the eyes, mucous membranes and skin and
causes narcosis at high concentrations. Exposure to doses sufficiently high
to produce intoxication and unconsciousness also produces transient liver
and kidney toxicity. Neurologic impairment is NOT evident amongst
volunteers inhaling up to 400 ppm though complaints of ocular and upper
respiratory tract irritation occur at 200 ppm for 3 to 5 minutes.
Exposure to xylene at or below the recommended TLV-TWA and STEL is thought
to minimise the risk of irritant effects and to produce neither significant
narcosis or chronic injury. An earlier skin notation was deleted because
percutaneous absorption is gradual and protracted and does not
substantially contribute to the dose received by inhalation.
PERSONAL PROTECTION
EYE
聹 Safety glasses with side shields; or as required,
聹 Chemical goggles.
聹 Contact lenses pose a special hazard; soft lenses may absorb irritants and all
lenses concentrate them.
HANDS/FEET
聹 Barrier cream with polyethylene gloves or Butyl rubber gloves or Neoprene
gloves or PVC gloves
Safety footwear
DO NOT use this product to clean the skin
OTHER
Overalls
聹 Ensure that there is ready access to eye wash unit
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Section 8 - EXPOSURE CONTROLS / PERSONAL PROTECTION ...
Ensure there is ready access to an emergency shower
ENGINEERING CONTROLS
Use in a well-ventilated area
General exhaust is adequate under normal operating conditions. Local exhaust
ventilation may be required in specific circumstances. If risk of overexposure
exists, wear approved respirator. Correct fit is essential to obtain adequate
protection. Provide adequate ventilation in warehouse or closed storage areas.
Air contaminants generated in the workplace possess varying "escape" velocities
which, in turn, determine the "capture velocities" of fresh circulating air
required to effectively remove the contaminant.
Type of Contaminant: Air Speed:
solvent, vapours, degreasing etc., 0.25-0.5 m/s (50-100 f/min)
evaporating from tank (in still air).
aerosols, fumes from pouring 0.5-1 m/s (100-200 f/min.)
operations, intermittent container
filling, low speed conveyer transfers,
welding, spray drift, plating acid
fumes, pickling (released at low
velocity into zone of active
generation)
direct spray, spray painting in shallow 1-2.5 m/s (200-500 f/min.)
booths, drum filling, conveyer loading,
crusher dusts, gas discharge (active
generation into zone of rapid air
motion)
grinding, abrasive blasting, tumbling, 2.5-10 m/s (500-2000 f/min.)
high speed wheel generated dusts
(released at high initial velocity into
zone of very high rapid air motion).
Within each range the appropriate value depends on:
Lower end of the range Upper end of the range
1: Room air currents minimal or 1: Disturbing room air currents
favourable to capture
2: Contaminants of low toxicity or of 2: Contaminants of high toxicity
nuisance value only.
3: Intermittent, low production. 3: High production, heavy use
4: Large hood or large air mass in 4: Small hood-local control only
motion
Simple theory shows that air velocity falls rapidly with distance away from the
opening of a simple extraction pipe. Velocity generally decreases with the
square of distance from the extraction point (in simple cases). Therefore the
air speed at the extraction point should be adjusted, accordingly, after
reference to distance from the contaminating source. The air velocity at the
extraction fan, for example, should be a minimum of 1-2 m/s (200-400 f/min) for
extraction of solvents generated in a tank 2 meters distant from the extraction
point. Other mechanical considerations, producing performance deficits within
the extraction apparatus, make it essential that theoretical air velocities are
multiplied by factors of 10 or more when extraction systems are installed or
used.
In confined spaces where there is inadequate ventilation, wear full-face air
supplied breathing apparatus
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Section 8 - EXPOSURE CONTROLS / PERSONAL PROTECTION ...
Section 9 - PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
APPEARANCE
Clear thin flammable liquid with a strong aromatic odour; does not mix
with water. Mixes with most organic solvents.
PHYSICAL PROPERTIES
Liquid.
Does not mix with water.
Floats on water.
Molecular Weight: Not applicable Boiling Range (掳 138 to 143
C):
Melting Range (掳 Not available
C): Specific Gravity (water=1): 0.87 @ 15 C
Solubility in water (g/L): Immiscible pH (as supplied): Not applicable
pH (1% solution): Not applicable. Vapour Pressure (kPa): 0.5 @ 15 C
Volatile Component (%vol): 100 Evaporation Rate: Not available
Relative Vapour Density (air=1): 3.66 @ 15 C Flash Point (掳 27
C):
Lower Explosive Limit (%): 1.1 Upper Explosive Limit (%): 7.7
Autoignition Temp (掳 495
C): Decomposition Temp (掳 C):
State: Liquid
log Kow (Prager 1995): 3.12-3.20
Section 10 - CHEMICAL STABILITY AND REACTIVITY INFORMATION
CONDITIONS CONTRIBUTING TO INSTABILITY
聹 Presence of incompatible materials.
聹 Product is considered stable.
聹 Hazardous polymerisation will not occur.
Section 11 - TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
POTENTIAL HEALTH EFFECTS
ACUTE HEALTH EFFECTS
SWALLOWED
Considered an unlikely route of entry in commercial/industrial environments
The liquid is highly discomforting and toxic if swallowed
Ingestion may result in nausea, pain, vomiting. Vomit entering the lungs by
aspiration may cause potentially lethal chemical pneumonitis.
EYE
The liquid may produce eye discomfort and is capable of causing temporary
impairment of vision and/or transient eye inflammation, ulceration
The vapour is highly discomforting to the eyes
The material may produce severe irritation to the eye causing pronounced
inflammation. Repeated or prolonged exposure to irritants may produce
conjunctivitis.
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Section 11 - TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION ...
SKIN
The liquid is highly discomforting to the skin if exposure is prolonged and may
cause drying of the skin, which may lead to dermatitis
Toxic effects may result from skin absorption
Absorption by skin may readily exceed vapour inhalation exposure. Symptoms for
skin absorption are the same as for inhalation.
Open cuts, abraded or irritated skin should not be exposed to this material The
material may accentuate any pre-existing skin condition
The material may cause skin irritation after prolonged or repeated exposure and
may produce on contact skin redness, swelling, the production of vesicles,
scaling and thickening of the skin.
INHALED
Xylene is a central nervous system depressant
The vapour is discomforting to the upper respiratory tract
Inhalation hazard is increased at higher temperatures.
Toxic effects are increased by consumption of alcohol.
Inhalation of high concentrations of gas/vapour causes lung irritation with
coughing and nausea, central nervous depression with headache and dizziness,
slowing of reflexes, fatigue and inco-ordination.
If exposure to highly concentrated solvent atmosphere is prolonged this may lead
to narcosis, unconsciousness, even coma and possible death.
CHRONIC HEALTH EFFECTS
Principal routes of exposure are usually by skin contact/absorption and inhalation of
vapour Chronic solvent inhalation exposures may result in nervous system impairment and
liver and blood changes. [PATTYS] Prolonged or continuous skin contact with the liquid may
cause defatting with drying, cracking, irritation and dermatitis following. As with any
chemical product, contact with unprotected bare skin; inhalation of vapour, mist or dust
in work place atmosphere; or ingestion in any form, should be avoided by observing good
occupational work practice.
XS Solvent
Not available. Refer to individual constituents.
unless otherwise specified data extracted from RTECS - Register of Toxic Effects
of Chemical Substances
XYLENE:
TOXICITY IRRITATION
Oral (human) LDLo: 50 mg/kg
Skin (rabbit):500 mg/24h moderate irritant
Eye (human): 200 ppm irrita
Eye (rabbit): 87 mg mild
Eye (rabbit): 5 mg/24h SEVERE
Reproductive effector in rats
The substance is classified by IARC as Group 3:
NOT classifiable as to its carcinogenicity to humans.
Evidence of carcinogenicity may be inadequate or limited in animal testing.
Section 12 - ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
No data for XS Solvent.
Refer to data for ingredients, which follows:
XYLENE:
Hazardous Air Pollutant: No
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Section 12 - ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION ...
Fish LC50 (96hr.) (mg/l): 13.5
BCF<100: 2.14-2.20
log Kow (Prager 1995): 3.12-3.20
Half-life Soil - High (hours): 672
Half-life Soil - Low (hours): 168
Half-life Air - High (hours): 44
Half-life Air - Low (hours): 2.6
Half-life Surface water - High (hours): 672
Half-life Surface water - Low (hours): 168
Half-life Ground water - High (hours): 8640
Half-life Ground water - Low (hours): 336
Aqueous biodegradation - Aerobic - High (hours): 672
Aqueous biodegradation - Aerobic - Low (hours): 168
Aqueous biodegradation - Anaerobic - High (hours): 8640
Aqueous biodegradation - Anaerobic - Low (hours): 4320
Photolysis maximum light absorption - High (nano-m): 269.5
Photolysis maximum light absorption - Low (nano-m): 265
Photooxidation half-life water - High (hours): 2.70E+08
Photooxidation half-life water - Low (hours): 3.90E+05
Photooxidation half-life air - High (hours): 44
Photooxidation half-life air - Low (hours): 2.6
Section 13 - DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS
聹 Consult manufacturer for recycling options and recycle where possible .
聹 Consult State Land Waste Management Authority for disposal.
聹 Incinerate residue at an approved site.
聹 Recycle containers if possible, or dispose of in an authorised landfill.
Section 14 - TRANSPORTATION INFORMATION
Shipping Name:
FLAMMABLE LIQUID, N.O.S.
Dangerous Goods Class: 3
UN/NA Number: 1993
ADR Number: 30
Packing Group: III
Labels Required: flammable liquid
Additional Shipping Information:
International Transport Regulations:
IMO: 3
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Section 15 - REGULATORY INFORMATION
POISONS SCHEDULE
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REGULATIONS
Australian Inventory of Chemical Substances (NICNAS) applies to the following ingredients:
xylene (CAS: 1330-20-7)
Section 16 - OTHER INFORMATION
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