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<br /> No 318 �\YLENE (Mixed],omen) 5158
<br /> SUCTION f HEALTH HAZARD INFORNZATION' ai
<br /> X\Icnc is not listed as a carcinogen by the IARC,NII P,or OSHA
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<br /> sum marN of Risks Liquid x)lenc is a skin imtint and causes erythema,dryness,and defatting,prolonged contact ma) cause
<br /> blistering Inhaling>.)lcne can depress the central ncn ous system(CNS), and inges Ling it can result in gasirmntestinal disturbance,and
<br /> possibly hematemesis(vomiting blood) Effects on the eyes,kidneys,liver,lungs,and the CNS are also reported Medical Conditions
<br /> Aggrav ate b} Long-Term Exposure Problems with eyes,skin central nervous systcnn kidneys,and liver may be worsened b)
<br /> exposure to xylene Target Organs CNS,eyes,gastrointestinal tract,blood,liver,kidneys, skin Primar} EntrN Inhalation,
<br /> skin contact/absorption-- -Acutc-Effects Dizziness,excitement,drowsiness,incoordmauon,staggenng gait,irritation of eyes,nose,
<br /> and throat,corneal %acuolization,anorexia,nausea,vomiung,abdominal pain,and dermatitis Chronic Effects Reversible eye
<br /> damage,headache,loss of appetite,nervousness,pale skin,and skin rash
<br /> I'IRST AID I:)es Immediately flush eves,including under the eyelids, genii) but thoroughly with plenty of running water for at
<br /> least 15 minutes S1,1n Immediately wash the affected area with soap and N&ater Inhalation Remove the exposed person to fresh
<br /> air,restore andJor support his or her breathing as needed Have a trained person administer oxygen Ingestion Never give anything
<br /> by mouth to some one who is unconscious or convulsing Vomiting may occur spontaneously, but do not induce it If vomiting should
<br /> occur,keep exposed person's head belay his or her hips to prevent aspiration(breathing the liquid xylene into the lungs) Severe
<br /> hemorrhagic pneumonitis with grave,possibly fatal,pulmonary injury can occur from aspiring very small quantities of xylene
<br /> GET MEDICAL HELP (IN PLANT, PARAMEDIC, COMMUNITY) FOR ALL EXPOSURES Seek prompt
<br /> medical assistance for further treatment, observation, and support after first aid If exposure is severe,
<br /> hospitilization for at least 72 hours with careful monitoring for delayed onset of pulmonar3 edema is
<br /> recommended
<br /> SECTION 7 SPILL, LEAK, AND DISPOSAL PROCEDURES
<br /> Spill/Leak Notify safety personnel,provide ventilation,and eliminate all sources of ignition immediately Cleanup personnel need
<br /> Protection against contact with and inhalation of xylene vapor(see sect 8) Contain large spills and collect waste or absorb it with an inert
<br /> material such as sand,earth,or vermiculite Use nonsparking tools to place waste liquid or absorbent into closable containers for disposal
<br /> Keep"aste out of sewers,watersheds,and watem ays
<br /> -"_Waste D tsposal Contact your supplier or a licensed contractor for detailed recommendations-Fonow Federal;state,and local _-
<br /> regulations
<br /> OSHA Designations
<br /> Air Contaminant(29 CFR 1910 1000 Subpart Z.)
<br /> EPA Designations (40 CFR 302 4)
<br /> RCRA Hazardous Waste,No U239
<br /> CERCLA Hazardous Substance,Reportable Quantity 1000 lbs(454 kg),pdr the Clean Water Act(CWA),section 311 (b) (9) - •
<br /> SECTION 8- SPECIAL PROTECTION INFORMATION v
<br /> (Goggles Always wear protective eyeglasses or chemical safety goggles Where splashing is possible,wear a full face shield as a
<br /> supplementaryprotective measure Follow OSHA eye-and face-protection regulations (29 CFR 1910 133) Respirator Usc a NIOSH-
<br /> approved respirator per the NIOSH Pocket Guide to Chemical Hazards for the maximum-use concent.ations and/or the exposure limits
<br /> cited in section 2 Follow OSHA respirator regulations(29 CFR 1910 134) For emergency or nonroutine use(leaks or cleaning reactor
<br /> vessels and storage tanks),wear an SCEA with a fun facepiece operated in the pressure-demand or positive-pressure mode Warning Air-
<br />-- - --punf-�ing respirators will nor protect workers in oxygen-deficient atmospheres=Other Wear impervious gloves,-boots,"aprons,gauntlets,- - -
<br /> etc,as required by the specifics of the work operation to prevent prolonged or repeated skin contact with xylene Ventilation install
<br /> __and operate general and local maximum,explosion_proof ventilation systems powerful enough to maintain airborne levels of xylcne--_
<br /> below the OSHA PE1 standard cited m section 2 Local exhaust ventilation is preferred because rt prevents dispersion of xylene into
<br /> general work areas by chmninatmg it at its source Consult the latest edition of Gemum reference 103 for detailed recommendations
<br /> - Safety Stations -Make eyewash stations;safety/quick-drench showers,and washing facilities available in areas of use and handling-
<br /> Contaminated Equipment Contact lenses pose a special hazard,soft lenses may absorb irritants and all lenses concentrate them Do
<br /> not v.ear contact lenses in any work area Remove contarmnated clothing and launder it before wearing it again,clean xylene from shoes
<br /> and equtpment Comments Practice good personal hygiene,always wash thoroughly after using this material Keep it off of your
<br /> clothing and equipment Avoid transferring it from your hands to your mouth while eating,dnnkirig,or smoking Do not eat,drink,or
<br /> smoke in any w ork area Do not inhale xylene vapor
<br /> SECTION 9. SPECIAL PRECAUTIONS AND COMMENTS
<br /> Storage/Segregation Store xylene in a cool,dry,well-ventilated area away from sources of ignition and strong oxidizers Protect
<br /> containers from physical damage -
<br /> Special Handling/Storage Make sure all engmncenng systems(production,transportation,)are of maximum explosion-proof design
<br /> Ground and bond all containers,pipelines,etc,used in shipping, transferring,reacting,producing,and sampling operations
<br /> Transportation Data (49 CFR 172 101-2)
<br /> DOT Shipping Name Xylene DOT Label Flammable Liquid IMO Label Flammable Liquid
<br /> DOT ID No UN1307 DOT Hazard Class Flammable Liquid IMO Class 3 2 or 3
<br /> References 1,2, 12,73, 84-94, 100, 103 .
<br /> iudgments as to the swtabilits of information herein for purchaser s purposes am prepared by PJ Igoe, �$
<br /> necessarily purriiascrs responsibility Therefore although reasonable care has
<br /> beco taken in the preparation of such information Genium Publishing Corp Industrial Hygiene Review DJ Wilson, CIH
<br /> extends no warranties makes no reptrseatauons and assumes no responsibility
<br /> as to the accuracy o-suitabitny of such info-oration for application to
<br /> purchases inwrid=Purposes or for consequences e'its use ] Medical Review WtBardies,MD
<br /> Copyngtu C 1989 Gtai=Pvblus=g Carronum
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