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COMPLEMENTARY COATINGS CORP
MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
RP2724092-01
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XYLENE: Studies have shown a possible association with exposure to xylene
and respiratory tract irritation, liver and kidney damage, nausea
and vomiting in humans.
MEDICAL CONDITIONS AGGRAVATED BY EXPOSURE
Pre-existing eye, skin and respiratory disorders may be aggravated by
exposure to this product.
POSSIBLE ROUTES OF ENTRY
Inhalation, ingestion, skin absorption.
CARCINOGENICITY
Ethylbenzene has been shown to cause cancer in laboratory animals.
The relevance of this finding to humans is uncertain. IARC has
classified ethylbenzene as a possible human carcinogen, Group 2B.
CARCINOGENICITY:
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SECTION 4 - FIRST AID MEASURES
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EMERGENCY FIRST AID:
EYE CONTACT: Flush at once with large amounts of lukewarm water for at
least 15 minutes and get medical attention.
SKIN CONTACT: Remove from skin with soap and water. Remove drenched
clothing. If irritation persists, consult a physician.
INHALATION: If affected by inhalation of vapor or spray mist, remove to
fresh air. If necessary, restore breathing; in this case
contact physician at once.
INGESTION: If victim is conscious, give 2 glasses of water to dilute.
Do not induce vomiting. Consult physician or poison control
center at once.
NOTE TO PHYSICIAN:
Not Applicable.
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SECTION 5 - FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES
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FIRE AND EXPLOSIVE PROPERTIES OF THE CHEMICAL:
Flammability Classification . . . . . : OSHA Flammable Liquid - Class 1C
Flashpoint . . . . . . . . . . . . . : 80.0 °F
Explosion Level . . . . . . . . . . . : Low - .9
High - 10.5
EXTINGUISHING MEDIA
Water spray, dry chemical, carbon dioxide (CO2), alcohol foam