Safety Data SheetChemical Risk Assessment

Xylene, Technical Grade

Name: Xylene, Technical Grade
Brand: OFI testing equipment

by OFI testing equipment

SDS · PDF, approx. 220 KB CRA · PDF, approx. 180 KB

Xylene, Technical Grade is supplied by OFI testing equipment under product code 280-20-5. This page provides both the Safety Data Sheet (SDS) and the Chemical Risk Assessment (CRA) for this substance, under OSHA regulations for UK workplace use under COSHH. The full SDS and CRA documents are available to download above.

This SDS was last revised on 6 December 2014. The matching CRA is updated in line with SDS revisions. Workplaces handling this substance should retain a current SDS and risk assessment for the duration of use.

Language: English
Regulation: OSHA
Revision Date: 06 Dec 2014
Signal Word: WARNING
Product Code: 280-20-5
CAS Number: 1330-20-7

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Hazards at a GlanceFrom the Safety Data Sheet

Signal Word: WARNING

GHS07Harmful / irritant

GHS02Flammable

Hazard Statements (H-phrases)

H226: Flammable liquid and vapour.
H312: Harmful in contact with skin.
H332: Harmful if inhaled.
H315: Causes skin irritation.

Need the full hazard breakdown? Precautionary statements, first aid, physical properties and exposure controls are in the full SDS PDF.

Common QuestionsAbout this Safety Data Sheet

Chemical Risk Assessment SummaryFrom the Chemical Risk Assessment

Assessment Summary

This Chemical Risk Assessment is derived from the Safety Data Sheet for Xylene, Technical Grade issued by Ofi Testing Equipment on 6 December 2014 It presents the substance's hazards organised by risk level, with the relevant regulatory statements and recommended controls for each. These hazards are rated across two levels: High and Low Risk, based on the hazard classifications in the SDS.

Hazard PreviewA snapshot of substance hazards and controls

Rating Before Controls

HIGH RISK

H226: Flammable liquid and vapour

P210 Keep away from heat/sparks/open flames/hot surfaces. — No smoking.

P243 Take precautionary measures against static discharge.

P403 + P233 Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed.

P235 Keep cool.

P241 Use explosion-proof electrical/ventilating/lighting/…/equipment

P501 Dispose of contents/container to correct disposal area.

5 other controls in place

Rating Before Controls

HIGH RISK

H312: Harmful in contact with skin

P501 Dispose of contents/container to correct disposal area.

P280: Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection.

P302 + P352 IF ON SKIN: wash with plenty of soap and water

P312 Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician if you feel unwell

P322 Specific measures (see …on this label)

P363 Wash contaminated clothing before reuse.

Rating Before Controls

HIGH RISK

H332: Harmful if inhaled

P261 Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray.

P271 Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area.

P304 IF INHALED see SDS

P312 Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician if you feel unwell

P340 Remove victim to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfort- able for breathing

Note: This is a preview of the substance's hazards. A substance commonly carries more hazards. Download the full Chemical Risk Assessment for more information.

Recommended Control MeasuresKey PPE and handling controls

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Common QuestionsAbout this Risk Assessment

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