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Chemical Name: 2,6-Xylenol
Common Names: 2,6-Dimethylphenol
CAS Number: 576-26-1
Formula: C8H10O
Physical State: Solid, often found as crystals or powder
Color: White to light yellow
Odor: Phenolic, medicinal smell
Health Hazards: Irritation to skin, eyes, and respiratory tract; ingestion presents risks of systemic toxicity
Acute Hazards: Can cause burning sensation in eyes and skin on contact; possible headaches, dizziness, and nausea with inhalation
Chronic Exposure: Prolonged exposure can damage liver and kidneys
Environmental: Toxic to aquatic life, possible long-lasting effects
Routes of Exposure: Inhalation, skin and eye contact, ingestion
Main Ingredient: 2,6-Xylenol (purity typically over 95%)
Impurities: Small percentages of other xylenol isomers, phenol derivatives
Inhalation: Move person to fresh air, monitor for difficulty breathing, seek medical attention if symptoms persist
Skin Contact: Remove contaminated clothing, wash thoroughly with soap and water
Eye Contact: Rinse eyes with water for at least 15 minutes, avoid rubbing, consult physician if irritation continues
Ingestion: Do not induce vomiting, rinse mouth with water, seek immediate medical help
Suitable Extinguishing Media: Use water spray, carbon dioxide, dry powder, or foam
Fire Hazards: Emits toxic fumes such as carbon monoxide and phenolic vapors when burning
Protective Equipment: Firefighters need self-contained breathing apparatus and chemical-resistant clothing
Special Procedures: Stay upwind; cool exposed containers with water spray to prevent rupture
Personal Precautions: Wear gloves, eye protection, and respirators; avoid contact with skin and breathing dust
Environmental Precautions: Prevent release to drains or natural waters
Clean-up Methods: Sweep up spilled material without producing dust, place in a secure container for disposal, ventilate area
Handling: Use in a well-ventilated area, avoid dust generation, keep away from sources of ignition
Storage: Keep container tightly closed in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place, separate from oxidizers and food items
Incompatibilities: Strong acids, strong oxidizing agents, bases
Engineering Controls: Local exhaust ventilation, fume hoods where dust may escape
Personal Protection: Wear impervious gloves, chemical safety goggles, long-sleeved clothing
Respiratory Protection: Use approved respirators with organic vapor cartridges in dusty or poorly ventilated spaces
Hygiene Practices: Wash hands after handling, avoid eating or drinking in areas where chemical is used
Melting Point: 110°C
Boiling Point: 205–210°C
Vapor Pressure: Low at room temperature
Solubility: Slightly soluble in water, soluble in most organic solvents
Density: Around 1.04 g/cm³ at 20°C
Flash Point: Approximately 86°C (closed cup)
Appearance: White to pale yellow solid
Odor: Phenolic, noticeable even at low concentrations
Chemical Stability: Stable under recommended storage conditions
Reactivity: Reacts with strong acids, bases, and oxidizing agents
Decomposition Products: Produces irritating or toxic fumes if heated to decomposition
Hazardous Polymerization: Not known to occur under normal conditions
Acute Toxicity: Ingestion can cause abdominal pain, nausea, central nervous system depression
Skin/Eye Irritation: Causes moderate to severe irritation, risk of burns with prolonged contact
Mutagenicity/Carcinogenicity: Information on long-term effects limited; not classified by IARC as carcinogenic to humans
Sensitization: Some risk of allergic reactions reported in occupational settings
Persistence and Degradability: Breaks down slowly in the environment, risk of accumulation in water and soil
Bioaccumulation Potential: May accumulate in aquatic organisms
Aquatic Toxicity: Harmful to fish and aquatic invertebrates at low concentrations
Mobility: Moderate mobility in soil, potential to reach groundwater in some cases
Waste Treatment: Dispose of in accordance with local regulations, preferably through licensed pharmaceutical or chemical disposal providers
Contaminated Packaging: Empty containers need rinsing with appropriate solvents, afterward handled as hazardous waste
Incineration: Permitted at authorized facilities using proper scrubbing systems to limit emissions
UN Number: 2823
Proper Shipping Name: 2,6-Xylenol
Hazard Class: 6.1, Toxic Substances
Packing Group: III
Special Precautions: Keep away from foodstuffs, provide adequate labeling and secure packaging to prevent accidental release
OSHA Status: Regulated for occupational exposure; permissible exposure limits established in several regions
TSCA Inventory: Listed
REACH Registration: Required for import or manufacture in the European Union
Other: Specific restrictions may apply based on local and national laws concerning hazardous substances, water protection acts, and chemical waste regulations
