Revision date
2018-01-18
Product name
2,5-Dimethylaniline
Product Synonyms
2,5-Xylidine
CAS No.
95-78-3
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Company name
Fisher Scientific
Signal word
Danger
2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture
This chemical is considered hazardous by the 2012 OSHA Hazard Communication Standard (29 CFR 1910.1200) Flammable liquids Category 4 Acute oral toxicity Category 3 Acute dermal toxicity Category 3 Acute Inhalation Toxicity - Vapors Category 2 Specific target organ toxicity - (repeated exposure) Category 2
Signal word
Danger
Hazard statements
Combustible liquid Toxic if swallowed Toxic in contact with skin Fatal if inhaled May cause damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure
Prevention
Wash face, hands and any exposed skin thoroughly after handling Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapors/spray Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area Wear respiratory protection Keep away from heat/sparks/open flames/hot surfaces. - No smoking Keep cool
Response
Get medical attention/advice if you feel unwell Inhalation IF INHALED: Remove victim to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician Skin IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of soap and water Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician if you feel unwell Remove/Take off immediately all contaminated clothing Wash contaminated clothing before reuse Ingestion IF SWALLOWED: Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician Rinse mouth Fire In case of fire: Use CO2, dry chemical, or foam for extinction
Storage
Store locked up Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed
Disposal
Dispose of contents/container to an approved waste disposal plant
2.3 Other hazards
Toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects