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No 318 XYLENE(Mixed Isomers) 8188
<br /> SECTION 6. HEALTH HAZARD INFORMATION
<br /> Xylene is not listed as a carcinogen by the IARC,NTP,or OSHA ry g prolongcd contact may cause
<br /> Summary or Risks Liquid xylene is a skin imtant and causes a thema,dryness,and defattin ,p g
<br /> blistering Inhaling xylene can depress the central nervous system(CNS),and ingesting it can result in gastrointestinal disturbance,and
<br /> possibly hematesnesis(vomiting blood) Effects on the eyes,kidneys,liver,lungs,and the CNS are also reported Medical Conditions
<br /> Aggravated by Long-Term Exposure* Problems with eyes,skin,central nervous sy stem,kidneys,and liver may be worsened by
<br /> exposure to xylene Target Organs CNS,eyes,gastrointestinal tract,blood,liver,kidneys,slun Primary Entry: Inhalation,
<br /> skin contact/absorption. Acute Effects Dizziness,excitement,drowsiness,incoordination,staggering gait,irritation of eyes,nose,
<br /> and throat,corneal vacuolization,anorexia,nausea,vomiting,abdominal pain,and dermatitis Chronic Effects Reversible eye
<br /> damage,headache,loss of appetite,nervousness,pale skm,and skin rash '
<br /> FIRST AID• Eyes immediately flush eyes,including under the eyelids, gently but thoroughly with plenty of running water for at
<br /> least 15 minutes Skin Immediately wash the affected area with soap and water Inhalation Remove the exposed person to fresh
<br /> air,restore and/or support his or her breathing as needed Have a trained person administer oxygen Ingestion Never give anything
<br /> by mouth to someone who is unconscious or convulsing Vomiting may occur spontaneously,but do not induce it If vomiting should
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<br /> hemorrhagic pneumoosed nitis with graverson's head e,Possibly fatalelow his or her hpulmos to nrevent ary injury can occur from aspirinthe g very uid slcne into the mall quantities of lungs)
<br /> xylene
<br /> Severe
<br /> GET MEDICAL HELP (IN PLANT,PARAMEDIC, COMMUNITY) FOR ALL EXPOSURES Seek prompt
<br /> ha piitilizationafor at least 72r
<br /> rhours with careful monitoring treatment, observationand support
<br /> or delayed onset of pulmosevere,
<br /> na y edema is
<br /> recommended
<br /> SECTION 7, SPILL., LEAF AND DISPOSAL PItDCEDt3RES
<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 waste out of sewers,watersheds,and waterways
<br /> W ante D isposal- Contact your supplier ora licensed contractor for detailed recommendations Follow Federal,state,and local
<br /> regulations
<br /> OSHA Designations
<br /> Air Contaminant(29 CFR 1910 1000 SubpartZ)
<br /> EPA Designations (40 CFR 302.4)
<br /> RCRA Hazardous Waste,No 0239
<br /> CERCLA Hazardous Substance,Reportable Quantity 1000 lbs(454 kg),per the Clean Water Act(CWA),section 311 (b)(9)
<br /> . SECTION S. SPECIAL PROTECTION INFORMATION
<br /> Goggles Always wear protective eyeglasses or chemical safety goggles Wnere splashing is possible,wear a fuII face shield as a
<br /> supplementary protective measure Follow OSHA eye-and face-protection regulations (29 CFR 1910 133) Respirator Use a NIOSH-
<br /> approved respirator per the NIOSH Pocket Guide to Chemical Hazards for the maximum-use concentrations 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 SOBA with a full facepsece operated in the pressure-demand or positive-pressure mode Warning Air-
<br /> punfving respirators will not 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 xylene
<br /> below the OSHA PEL standard cited in section 2 Local exhaust ventilation is preferred because it prevents dispersion of xylene into
<br /> general Aork areas by eliminating it at its source Consult the latest edition of Genium 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 wear contact lenses in any work area Remove contaminated clothing and launder it before wearing it again,clean xylene from shoes
<br /> and equipment. Comments Practice good personal hygiene,always wash thoroughly after using this material Keep a off of your
<br /> it from your hands to your mouth chile eating,drinking,or smoking Do not eat,drink or
<br /> clothing and equipment Avoid transferring
<br /> smoke in any work 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 engineering 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 Dame Aylene DOT Label Flammable Ligwd IMO Kabel Flammable Liquid
<br /> DOT ID No UN1307 DOT Hazard Class Flammable Liquid IMO Class 32or33
<br /> References 1,2, 12,73,84-94, 100, 103
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<br /> extends no warranties makca ao reprw==ons and assumes no responsibility
<br /> as to the accuracy or suuab,llty of such mform>nron for application to Medical Review MJ Hardres,IVSD
<br /> purchase's Intended purposes or for consequences of Its use �
<br /> C%Wnght 0 1968 Genium Publub=C0rP0Mb0n _ _ .
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