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' `o ,t? =_HN-E (Mored Isomers) 3,88 <br /> SECTION 6. HEALTH HAZARD TWOR.MXTION <br /> v,,,,,e is not ustea as a carcinogen ov the IARC,N'TP,or OSHA' rotors ea contact may cause Summar* of Risks Liquid xvlene is a skin irritant and causes erythema,dryness apo defatung,p g <br /> blistenne Innauna xvlene can depress the centrai nervous system(CNS),ana ingesting it can result in gastrointestinal aisturDance and <br /> possioiv-hematemesis(vomivag blood) Effects on the eves,kidneys,liver, lungs,ana the CNS are atsa reported Medical Conditions <br /> lggravated by Long-Term Exposure: Problems with eves skin central nervous system kidneys,and liver may De worsened by <br /> exposure to xvlene Target Organs. CNS,eyes,gastrointestinal tract,blood, liver,kidneys,skin Primary Entrv• Inhalation, <br /> skin contact,aosorution Xcute Effects Dizziness excitement drowsiness incooramauonCsh ggerinonic Egait, <br /> feetsmtaton of eyes f le eve nose, <br /> ana throat corneal vacuouzation,anorexia,nausea vomiung, aoaorr nai pain and dermauus <br /> carnage headache iris of anpetiu.nervousness,pale skin ana skin rasp water for at <br /> FIRST -kI D E-,es Iaimed tately flush eyes,including unser the eyelids, gentky but thoroughly with plenty of running <br /> ' rea_st 15 mtnutes Skin Immediately wash the affected area with soap and water Inhalation. Remove the exposes person to fresh <br /> air restore aawor suovort his or her breathing as needed Have a trained person admmister oxygen Ingestion Never give anything <br /> by mouth to someone who is unconscious or convulsing Voinrttng may occur spontaneously,but do not induce it If vomiting should <br /> occur keen exposed person s head below his or her hips to prevent aspiration(breathing the liquid xylene inttoth luno s) Seveleve re <br /> ' hemorrhagic pneumonitts with grave,possibly fatal,pulmonary injury can occur from aspinng very q Y <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 pulmonary edema is <br /> ' recommended <br /> SECTION 7. SPILL LEAK. AND DISPOSAL PROCEDURES <br /> piil/Leak Notify safety personnel,provide ventilation, and eliminate all sources of ignition immediately Cleanup personnel need <br /> ' protection against contact with and inhalation of xvlene vapor(see sect S) Contain large spills and collect waste or absorb it with an inert <br /> atenak such as sand,earth,or vermiculite Use nonsparking tools to place waste liquid or absorbent into closaole containers for disposal <br /> Keep waste out of sewers,watersheds,and waterways <br /> Waste Disposal Contact your supplier or a licensed contractor for detailed recommendations Eo11aw Federal,state and local <br /> ' regulat.ons <br /> OSHA Designations <br /> Air Contaminant(29 CFR 1918 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),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 Where splashing is possible,wear a full 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 Packet 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 nonrout me use(leans or cleaning reactor <br /> vessels and storage tanks),wear an SCBA with a full facepiece operated in the pressure-demand or positive-pressure mode Warning: Air- <br /> purifying respirators will not protect workers in oxygen-deficient atmospheres Othte`rr: a L'with xious lene gloves,boots.arons:gauntlets, <br /> etc, as required by the specifics of the work operation to prevent prolonged or <br /> repeated <br /> and operate general and local maximum.expiostan-proof veaulauon systems powerful enough to maintain airborne levels of xylene <br /> Wow the OSHA PEL standard cited in section 2 Local exhaust ventilation is preferred because it prevents dispersion of xylene into <br /> ' general work 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 handbag <br /> Contaminated Equipment: Contact lenses pose a special hazard,soft lenses may absorb untants and all lenses concentrate them. Do <br /> not wear contact lenses in any work arra.Remove contaminated clothing and launder it before weatuig it again,clean xylene from shoes <br /> and equipment. Comments: Practice good personal hygiene,always wash thoroughly after using thisst��g De not offeatof your <br /> crar <br /> ' clothing and equipment. Avoid ransfemng it from your hands to your mouth while eating,drinking, <br /> or smoke in any work area Do not inhale xylene vapor <br /> SECTION-9. SPECIAL PRE AUTIQNSA D LOMMMTE <br /> StoragetSegregation: Stare 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,transfemag,reacting,producing,and sampling operations <br /> Transportation Data(49 CFR 172.101-2) IMO Label: Flammable Liquid <br /> DOT Shipping Name- Xylene DOT Label- Flammable Liquid <br /> DOT ID No UN1307 DOT Hazard Class: Flammable Liquid IMO Class: 3 2 ora 3 <br /> References 1,2. 12,73,84-94, 100, 103 <br /> judgme,n as to the au wItay of r,fo=xwm ilea,for putrhaada pa*per I I Prepared by PJ Igoe,BS <br /> aeraaaniv purcha mes fupooeb"y 7heefaie,atuun;h temmble Cate baa <br /> Nein utnn rn the prepuetoa of huh mfatmai m Gen=Pubiutung carp . 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