2,4-XYLENOL | ICSC: 0458 (July 2003) |
2,4-Dimethylphenol m-Xylenol 1-Hydroxy-2.4-dimethylbenzene |
CAS #: 105-67-9 |
UN #: 2261 |
EC Number: 203-321-6 |
ACUTE HAZARDS | PREVENTION | FIRE FIGHTING | |
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FIRE & EXPLOSION | Combustible. Gives off irritating or toxic fumes (or gases) in a fire. | NO open flames. | Use water spray, powder, alcohol-resistant foam, carbon dioxide. |
PREVENT DISPERSION OF DUST! PREVENT GENERATION OF MISTS! STRICT HYGIENE! | |||
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SYMPTOMS | PREVENTION | FIRST AID | |
Inhalation | Burning sensation. Cough. Sore throat. Shortness of breath. See Notes. | Use ventilation, local exhaust or breathing protection. | Fresh air, rest. Half-upright position. Artificial respiration may be needed. Refer for medical attention. |
Skin | Redness. Pain. Skin burns. | Protective clothing. Protective gloves. | Remove contaminated clothes. Rinse skin with plenty of water or shower. Refer for medical attention . |
Eyes | Redness. Pain. Severe burns. | Wear safety goggles, face shield or eye protection in combination with breathing protection. | First rinse with plenty of water for several minutes (remove contact lenses if easily possible), then refer for medical attention. |
Ingestion | Burning sensation. Abdominal pain. Nausea. Vomiting. Shock or collapse. | Do not eat, drink, or smoke during work. | Rinse mouth. Give one or two glasses of water to drink. Do NOT induce vomiting. Refer for medical attention . |
SPILLAGE DISPOSAL | CLASSIFICATION & LABELLING |
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Personal protection: chemical protection suit including self-contained breathing apparatus. Do NOT let this chemical enter the environment. Sweep spilled substance into covered containers. If appropriate, moisten first to prevent dusting. Carefully collect remainder. Then store and dispose of according to local regulations. If liquid: collect leaking liquid in covered plastic containers. |
According to UN GHS Criteria Transportation |
STORAGE | |
Separated from food and feedstuffs, acid anhydrides, acid chlorides, bases and oxidants. | |
PACKAGING | |
Do not transport with food and feedstuffs. Marine pollutant. |
2,4-XYLENOL | ICSC: 0458 |
PHYSICAL & CHEMICAL INFORMATION | |
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Physical State; Appearance
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Formula: C8H10O / (CH3)2C6H3OH |
EXPOSURE & HEALTH EFFECTS | |
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Inhalation risk
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OCCUPATIONAL EXPOSURE LIMITS |
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TLV: (inhalable fraction and vapour): 1 ppm as TWA; (DSEN); A3 (confirmed animal carcinogen with unknown relevance to humans) |
ENVIRONMENT |
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The substance is toxic to aquatic organisms. Bioaccumulation of this chemical may occur in fish. |
NOTES |
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The symptoms of lung oedema often do not become manifest until a few hours have passed and they are aggravated by physical effort. Rest and medical observation are therefore essential. Immediate administration of an appropriate inhalation therapy by a doctor, or by an authorized person, should be considered. |
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION | ||
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EC Classification Symbol: T, N; R: 24/25-34-51/53; S: (1/2)-26-36/37/39-45-61; Note: C |
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See Also: Toxicological Abbreviations