WHMIS (Xylene)

Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System

WHMIS 2015 classification - Note to reader

• Flammable liquids - Category 31
• Flash point = 29 °C Setaflash closed cup

• Skin corrosion/irritation - Category 22

• Reproductive toxicity - Category 22 3 4 5 6
• Toxic to the development

• Specific target organ toxicity - single exposure (narcotic effects) - Category 3 - Narcotic effect2 6 7

• Aspiration hazard - Category 12
• Liquid hydrocarbon with a kinematic viscosity of 0,68 - 0,87 mm2/s at 20 °C

Danger

Flammable liquid and vapour (H226)
Causes skin irritation (H315)
Suspected of damaging fertility or the unborn child (H361)
May cause drowsinesss or dizziness (H336)
May be fatal if swallowed and enters airways (H304)

Ingredient disclosure

References

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