Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing. Add known amounts of toluene to cs 2 in 10ml volumetric flasks and dilute to the mark to produce toluene concentrations in the range 0. Safety data sheet according to federal register vol. An msds should also include information on fire and explosion hazards, chemical reactivity, first aid, and methods for handling leaks and spills. An msds lists the hazardous chemicals in a product, describes its health and safety hazards, and gives methods for its safe use, storage, and disposal. Aspiration of toluene into the lungs may cause chemical pneumonitis. Ph eur find msds or sds, a coa, data sheets and more information. This material does not contain any class 1 ozone depletors. Methods for containment and clean up soak up with inert absorbent material.
If you think you may be exposed to hazardous chemicals at work, ask to see the material safety data sheets msdss for the products in your work. Toluene safety data sheet according to federal register vol. Use proper personal protective equipment as indicated in section 8. Reacts chemically with nitrogen oxides, or halogens to form nitrotoluene, nitrobenzene, and nitrophenol and halogenated products. Other companies are charging thousands of dollars to set up accounts and give. Exposure to toluene may affect the developing fetus.
Section 6 accidental release measures general information. Toluene safety data sheet p6240 this sds conforms to u. Frozen bromine trifluoride reacts violently with toluene at 80 deg. Avoid runoff into storm sewers and ditches which lead to. Your new online msds binder is a place for you to store the material safety data sheets you need to deploy. Use a noncombustible material like vermiculite, sand or earth to soak. Irrigate immediately if this chemical contacts the eyes, immediately wash irrigate the eyes with large amounts of water. May cause irritation of the digestive tract with nausea, vomiting, pain. Methods for cleaning up use only nonsparking tools. Noun organic compound a colourless, inflammable liquid hydrocarbon, methylbenzene, ch 3. July 20 page 3 of 7 skin contact flush area with large amounts of water and wash area with soap if available. It is not intended to be a comprehensive treatise on the chemical or toxicological nature of toluene. Product identifier product name toluene product number toen reach. Unlikely under normal occupational exposures, but swallowing a minor amount may result in nausea, vomiting.
Do not flush into surface water or sanitary sewer system. Toluene is also called as toluol, is an aromatic hydrocarbon. It is also used as a precursor for synthesizing benzene. Toluene revision date 17jan2018 environmental precautions should not be released into the environment. Application toluene undergoes alkylation in the presence of. It is first isolated in 1837 by distillation of pine oil by a polish chemist named filip walter. Special protective equipment for firefighters wear self contained.
If inhaled if breathed in, move person into fresh air. Toluene is also used as a component of solvents in paint and lacquer. Toluene abuse has been linked to kidney disease, blood, protein, and pus in the urine, elevated serum creatine, decreased urinary output, and metabolic and tubular acidosis. Bromine trifluoride reacts violently with toluene at 80 deg. It dissolves other substances easily and evaporates quickly. December 3, 2015 the dow chemical company page 2 of 8 in the aquatic and terrestrial environment, tdi reacts with water forming. Identification of substance mixture and of supplier product identifier. It is a colorless, waterinsoluble liquid with the smell associated with paint thinners. Material safety data sheet toluene, acs 1 section 1 chemical product and company identification msds name. The atsdr toxicological profile succinctly characterizes the toxicologic and adverse health effects information for the hazardous substance described here. Toluene reference, fuel grade chevron phillips chemical. Material safety data sheet information for further.
Safety data sheet according to 29cfr19101200 and ghs rev. Call a poison center or physician if you feel unwell. Safety data sheet paratoluene sulfonic acid date prepared. Pocket guide to chemical hazards components type value toluene cas 108883 stel 560 mgm3 150 ppm twa 375 mgm3 100 ppm biological limit. Repeated inhalation may cause irreversible encephalopathy with cerebellar ataxia, unsteadiness, hallucinations, coma, blood disorders.
Reacts chemically with nitrogen oxides, or halogens to form nitrotoluene, nitrobenzene, and nitrophenol and halogenated products, respectively. Toluene is used as a feedstock for a number of chemical syntheses including production of tda, tdi, dnt, tnt, benzene and xylene. Toluene is added to gasoline, used to produce benzene, and used as a solvent. Show this safety data sheet to the doctor in attendance. Toluene, also known as methylbenzene, phenylmethane or toluol is a clear, colorless liquid with a sweet smell.
Toluene safety in the workplace occupational safety and. Toluene structure, properties, preparation and reactions. Safety data sheet northwest missouri state university. Eye contact rinse immediately with plenty of water, also under the eyelids, for at least 15. Exposure to toluene may occur from breathing ambient or indoor air affected by such sources. All equipment used when handling the product must be grounded. Firstaid measures general advice if symptoms persist, call a physician. Identification of the substancemixture and of the companyundertaking 1.
Toluene, a flammable liquid with a pungent odor, is widely employed as an organic solvent. May have effects similar to that of acute inhalation. Fisher scientific 1 reagent lane fair lawn, nj 07410 for information. C 6 h 5, used as a solvent, in highoctane fuels and in the production of many chemical compounds. Product ingredients section 3 of the msds ingredient cas number proportion toluol 108883 100 for further ingredients information, please refer to the full msds risk phrases section 2 of the msds r 11. Sigmaaldrich 244511 page 3 of 8 suitable extinguishing media use water spray, alcoholresistant foam, dry chemical or carbon dioxide. For use in areas with inadequate ventilation or fresh air, wear a properly maintained and properly fitted niosh approved respirator for organic solvent. Toluene safety data sheet product identifier toluene other means of identification 271, 274, 278, 278exp, 83274, 83279, 83279sher other identification toluol recochem inc. Toluene is a clear, colorless, flammable liquid that is miscible with most common organic solvents. Methylbenzene toluol phenylmethane other means of identification. Persons with preexisting skin disorders or impaired liver or kidney function may be more susceptible to the.
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