p-Xylene reference substance for gas chromatography 1,4-Dimethylbenzene

CAS :106-42-3 Storage class :3 A Do not allow to enter sewerage system

Hazard / Symptom
Hazard	Flammable. Harmful by inhalation and in contact with skin. Irritating to skin.
After inhalation of vapours	Inhalation may lead to the formation of oedemas in the respiratory tract.
After skin contact	Irritations. Danger of skin absorption. Degreasing effect on the skin, possibly followed by secondary inflammation. After long-term exposure to the chemical: dermatitis
After eye contact	Irritations.
After absorption of toxic quantities
Systemic effects	headache , Drowziness, dizziness, euphoria, excitation, spasms, in certain circumstances narcosis. Effect potentiated by: ethanol

Protective equipments / General working measures
	Avoid contact with eyes.

Accidental release measures / Fire-fighting measures
Person-related precautionary measures	Do not inhale vapours/aerosols. Avoid substance contact.
Procedures for cleaning / absorption	Take up with liquid-absorbent material (e.g. Chemizorb® ). Forward for disposal. Clean up affected area.
Environmental-protection measures	Do not allow to enter sewerage system.
Suitable extinguishing media	CO2, foam, powder.

First aid

After inhalation fresh air. If breathing stops: mouth-to-mouth respiration or mechanical ventilation. After skin contact wash off with plenty of water. Remove contaminated clothing. After eye contact rinse out with plenty of water for at least 10 minutes with the eyelid held wide open. Summon eye specialist. After swallowing Avoid vomiting. Subsequently administer: activated charcoal (20 - 40 g in 10% slurry). Summon doctor. No alcohol.

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