Sorry, in my first post I stated isoalkenes, I meant isoalkanes. Anyway here is the MSDS.... I will leave it to the chemists to decide if this can actually be used as a xylene sub in clandestine chemistry. Good luck....
1. Identification of the substance/preparation and of the company
Trade name
HistoSolve™, Xylene Substitute
Manufacturer/Supplier
Thermo Shandon, Inc.
171 Industry Drive
Pittsburgh, PA 15275 USA
Email: thermoshandon@thermoshandon.com
Internet:
http://www.thermoshandon.com
Phone: 412-788-1133
Fax: 412-788-1138
Emergency telephone
Chem-Tel, Inc. 1-800-255-3924
2. Composition/Information on ingredients
Ingredients
% w/w CAS no. Classification Exposure limits
100% Isoalkanes C9-12 90622-57-4 R10 Xn;R65 -
3. Hazards identification
Particular information pertaining specific risk for human and environment:
Flammable and harmful hydrocarbons with long-term effects.
4. First-aid measures
General
If any symptoms occur: Seek medical advice. Show this Safety Data Sheet to a physician or emergency ward.
Eye contact
Flush with water or physiological salt water for 15 minutes. Remember to remove contact lenses. If irritation persists: seek medical advice. Continue flushing on the way.
Skin contact
Remove contaminated clothing and wash skin with water and mild soap. Flush 15 minutes with water. Rub the skin with a hand lotion.
Inhalation
Remove to fresh air. Keep at rest. If symptoms persists: seek medical advice. Administer oxygen or artificial respiration as needed.
Ingestion
Rinse mouth and drink plenty water. Do not provoke vomiting. If vomiting occurs, bend over and keep head down to avoid vomit in the lungs.
Burns
Flush with water until pain ceases.
5. Fire-fighting measures
Flammability
Combustible liquid.
Extinguishing media - suitable
Use dry chemical or foam.
Extinguishing media - NOT suitable
-
Special risks in a fire situation
Application of water fog/spray will aid in keeping fire-exposed materials cool. In case of fire the product may form hazardous decomposition product such as oxides of carbon.
Protective equipment
When extinguishing fires use self-contained breathing apparatus.
Additional information
Remove containers if possible.
6. Accidental release measures
Personal precautions
Provide for sufficient ventilation/respiratory protection. See protective equipment listed in section 8. Remove sources of ignition.
Environmental precautions
Do not empty into drains. If the product contaminates lakes, rivers or sewages, inform appropriate authorities in accordance with local regulations.
Methods for cleaning up/collecting
Sweep up with a non flammable absorbent material. Flush with water.
Further handling of spillage: see section 13.
7. Handling and storage
Safe handling
See section 8.
Safe storage
At room temperature and well ventilated and away from strong oxidizers. Keep container tightly closed when not in use. Store in a flammable liquid storage area.
8. Exposure controls and personal protection
Engineering measures (prevention of worker exposure)
Avoid breathing of vapors and contact with skin, eyes and clothes. Provide adequate ventilation. There shall be access to water. Wash with water and soap after work.
Flammable, do not use near fire or sparks. Do not smoke.
Exposure limits: See section 2.
Personal protective equipment
Eye protection: Wear safety goggles when risk of splashing.
Skin protection: Use gloves of nitrile rubber.
Respiratory protection: In case of badly ventilated areas use an approved mask with a gas filter: A when risk of inhaling vapours.
9. Physical and chemical properties
Appearance: Clear colourless liquid
Odour: Characteristic odour of hydrocarbons
pH: -
Boiling point (°C): 154-177
Flash point (°C): 38-40
Explosion limits (%): 0.6 - 7
Self-ignition temperature (°C): 293
Density g/ml at 24°C: 0.75
Solubility in water: Negligible
10. Stability and reactivity
Stability
Vapors can be ignited by a spark, a hot surface or a glow. Vapors are heavier than air and can travel along the ground to an ignition source and flash back to vapor source.
Conditions to avoid
Sources of ignition, such as heat, sparks, and flames.
Materials to avoid
Strong oxidizing agents.
Hazardous decomposition products
Combustion may produce oxides of carbon.
11. Toxicological information
Routes of exposure: May be absorbed by inhalation and ingestion.
Acute toxicity:
Eyes Splashes and high concentrations of vapors may cause irritation with redness.
Skin May cause irritation with redness.
Inhalation Inhalation of vapors in high concentrations may irritate mucous membranes and induce headache, nausea, vomiting, dizziness and unconcsiousness.
Ingestion May irritate the gastrointestinal tract and cause symptoms as mentioned under inhalation. Hydrocarbons are harmful and may cause lung damage if swallowed. Be aware that symptoms (dyspnea) can develop several hours after exposure.
Long term toxicity:
Prolonged or frequent exposure to vapors of VOC´s may result in damage on liver, kidneys, blood or central nervous system (brain damage).
Additional toxicological information
The product was classified in toxicological terms on the basis of the results of the calculation procedure outlined within General directive on Preparations (88/379/EEC).
12. Ecological information
The hydrocarbons are volatile and evaporate from the water surface. The hydrocarbons are inherently biodegradable according to OECD guidelines. Do not empty into waters or drains.
13. Disposal considerations
Disposal should be according to local, state or national legislation. Dispose of through authority facilities or pass to chemical disposal company.
EWC-code: 160503
14. Transport information
Road/Rail (ADR/RID)
ADR/RID : Class: 3 Item No.: 31 Letter: c
UN No. : 3295
Proper Shipping Name: Hydrocarbons, liquid, n.o.s. (isoalkanes C9-12)
Sea (IMDG)
IMDG Class : 3 IMDG Page No. : 3352
UN No. : 3295 MARPOL : -
MFAG : 310 EmS : 3-07
Pack. Group : III
15. Regulatory information
Classification according to EEC directives
Danger symbol and danger designation: Harmful
Contains: Isoalkanes C9-12
Risk-phrases: R 10: Flammable.
R 65: Harmful: may cause lung damage if swallowed.
Safety-phrases: S 23: Do not breathe vapour.
S 24: Avoid contact with skin.
S 62: If swallowed, do not induce vomiting : seek medical advice immediately and show this container or label.
EINECS no.: 292-459-0
National regulations: -
16. Other information
Use
For research and analysis.
Restriction on application
-
Requirements concerning special training
No special training is anticipated, however, the user should be well instructed for the execution of his task, have knowledge of this Safety Data Sheet and normal training in the use of personal protective equipment.
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Edition no.: 03
(Revision) Date: 1/15/01