International Chemical Safety Cards
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CRESOL (mixed isomers)
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ICSC: 0512
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CRESOL (mixed isomers)
Hydroxymethylbenzene
Cresylic acid
Methyl phenol (mixture of o-, m-, p-cresol)
C7H8O
Molecular mass: 108.1
CAS # 1319-77-3
RTECS # GO5950000
ICSC # 0512
UN # 2076, 2022
EC # 604-004-00-9
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TYPES OF HAZARD/ EXPOSURE
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ACUTE HAZARDS/ SYMPTOMS
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PREVENTION
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FIRST AID/ FIRE FIGHTING
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FIRE
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Combustible.
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NO open flames, NO sparks, and NO smoking.
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Powder, alcohol-resistant foam, water in large amounts, carbon dioxide.
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EXPLOSION
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Above 43°C explosive vapour/air mixtures may be formed.
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Above 43°C use a closed system, ventilation, and explosion-proof electrical equipment.
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EXPOSURE
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STRICT HYGIENE!
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IN ALL CASES CONSULT A DOCTOR!
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INHALATION
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Confusion,
cough,
dizziness,
headache,
shortness of breath,
sore throat,
unconsciousness,
weakness.
Symptoms may be delayed (see Notes).
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Ventilation, local exhaust, or breathing protection.
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Fresh air, rest.
Half-upright position.
Artificial respiration if indicated.
Refer for medical attention.
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SKIN
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May cause toxic effects within 20-30 minutes after skin contact.
MAY BE ABSORBED!
Redness,
serious skin burns,
pain.
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Protective gloves.
Protective clothing.
Safety shower/eye-wash fountain in the immediate work area.
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First rinse with plenty of water, then remove contaminated clothes and rinse again.
Refer for medical attention
(see Notes).
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EYES
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Irritation,
pain,
severe deep burns.
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Face shield
or eye protection in combination with breathing protection.
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First rinse with plenty of water for several minutes (remove contact lenses if easily possible), then take to a doctor.
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INGESTION
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Abdominal pain,
diarrhoea,
vomiting
(further see Inhalation).
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Do not eat, drink, or smoke during work.
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Rinse mouth.
Do NOT induce vomiting.
Refer for medical attention.
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SPILLAGE DISPOSAL
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STORAGE
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PACKAGING & LABELLING
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Collect leaking liquid in covered containers.
Absorb remaining liquid in sand or inert absorbent and remove to safe place.
Do NOT let this chemical enter the environment
(extra personal protection: complete protective clothing including self-contained breathing apparatus).
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Separated from
strong oxidants,
strong bases,
strong acids.
Dry.
Keep in a well-ventilated room.
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T symbol
R: 24/25-34
S: 2-28-44
Note: C
UN Hazard Class: 6.1
UN Packing Group: II
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SEE IMPORTANT INFORMATION ON BACK
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ICSC: 0512
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Prepared in the context of cooperation between the International Programme on Chemical Safety & the Commission of the European Communities © IPCS CEC 1993
No modifications to the International version have been made except to add the OSHA PELs, NIOSH RELs and IDLH values.
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