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MSDS for p-Xylylene Glycol

        **** SECTION 1 - CHEMICAL PRODUCT AND COMPANY IDENTIFICATION ****

MSDS Name: p-Xylylene Glycol 
Synonyms:  1,4-BENZENEDIMETHANOL
Company :Zhaofeng Chemical Co., Ltd.
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          **** SECTION 2 - COMPOSITION, INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS ****

+----------------+--------------------------------------+----------+-----------+
|      CAS#      |              Chemical Name           |    %     |  EINECS#  |
|----------------|--------------------------------------|----------|-----------|
|      589-29-7  |1,4-BENZENEDIMETHANOL                 |   99%    | 209-641-2 |
+----------------+--------------------------------------+----------+-----------+
          Hazard Symbols: None Listed.
          Risk Phrases: None Listed.

                  **** SECTION 3 - HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION ****

                               EMERGENCY OVERVIEW
Not available.

Potential Health Effects
     Eye:
          May cause eye irritation.
     Skin:
          May cause skin irritation. May be harmful if absorbed through the
          skin.
     Ingestion:
          May cause irritation of the digestive tract. May be harmful if
          swallowed.
     Inhalation:
          May cause respiratory tract irritation. May be harmful if inhaled.
     Chronic:
          Not available.

                    **** SECTION 4 - FIRST AID MEASURES ****

     Eyes:
          Flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes,
          occasionally lifting the upper and lower eyelids. Get medical aid.
     Skin:
          Flush skin with plenty of soap and water for at least 15 minutes
          while removing contaminated clothing and shoes.
     Ingestion:
          Get medical aid. Wash mouth out with water.
     Inhalation:
          Remove from exposure to fresh air immediately. If not breathing,
          give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen.
     Notes to Physician:

                  **** SECTION 5 - FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES ****

     General Information:
          As in any fire, wear a self-contained breathing apparatus in
          pressure-demand, MSHA/NIOSH (approved or equivalent), and full
          protective gear.
     Extinguishing Media:
          In case of fire, use water, dry chemical, chemical foam, or
          alcohol-resistant foam.

                **** SECTION 6 - ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES ****

     General Information: Use proper personal protective equipment as indicated
                          in Section 8.
     Spills/Leaks:
          Vacuum or sweep up material and place into a suitable disposal
          container.

                   **** SECTION 7 - HANDLING and STORAGE ****

     Handling:
          Remove contaminated clothing and wash before reuse. Avoid contact
          with eyes, skin, and clothing. Avoid ingestion and inhalation.
     Storage:
          Store in a cool, dry place. Keep container closed when not in use.

          **** SECTION 8 - EXPOSURE CONTROLS, PERSONAL PROTECTION ****

     Engineering Controls:
          Use adequate ventilation to keep airborne concentrations low.
     Personal Protective Equipment

                 Eyes:
                       Wear safety glasses and chemical goggles if splashing
                       is possible.
                 Skin:
                       Wear appropriate protective gloves to prevent skin
                       exposure.
             Clothing:
                       Wear appropriate protective clothing to minimize
                       contact with skin.
          Respirators:
                       Wear a NIOSH/MSHA or European Standard EN 149
                       approved full-facepiece airline respirator in the
                       positive pressure mode with emergency escape
                       provisions.

             **** SECTION 9 - PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES ****

Physical State:             Crystalline powder
Appearance:                 white to light yellow
Odor:                       Not available.
pH:                         Not available.
Vapor Pressure:             Not available.
Viscosity:                  Not available.
Boiling Point:              138.0 - 143.0 deg C @ 1.00mmH
Freezing/Melting Point:     116.00 - 119.00 deg C
Autoignition Temperature:   Not available.
Flash Point:                Not available.
Explosion Limits, lower:    Not available.
Explosion Limits, upper:    Not available.
Decomposition Temperature:
Solubility in water:
Specific Gravity/Density:
Molecular Formula:          C8H10O2
Molecular Weight:           138.17

                 **** SECTION 10 - STABILITY AND REACTIVITY ****

     Chemical Stability:
          Not available.
     Conditions to Avoid:
          Not available.
     Incompatibilities with Other Materials:
          Not available.
     Hazardous Decomposition Products:
          Carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide.
     Hazardous Polymerization: Has not been reported.

                **** SECTION 11 - TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION ****

     RTECS#:
          CAS# 589-29-7 unlisted.
     LD50/LC50:
          Not available.
     Carcinogenicity:
       1,4-BENZENEDIMETHANOL -
          Not listed by ACGIH, IARC, NIOSH, NTP, or OSHA.
          See actual entry in RTECS for complete information.

                  **** SECTION 12 - ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION ****



                 **** SECTION 13 - DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS ****

Dispose of in a manner consistent with federal, state, and local regulations.

                  **** SECTION 14 - TRANSPORT INFORMATION ****

     IATA
          Not regulated as a hazardous material.
     IMO
          Not regulated as a hazardous material.
     RID/ADR
          Shipping Name: Not regulated.
           Hazard Class:
              UN Number:
          Packing group:

                  **** SECTION 15 - REGULATORY INFORMATION ****

 European/International Regulations
     European Labeling in Accordance with EC Directives
          Hazard Symbols: Not available.
          Risk Phrases:
          Safety Phrases:
                       S 24/25  Avoid contact with skin and eyes.
   WGK (Water Danger/Protection)
          CAS# 589-29-7: No information available.
   United Kingdom Occupational Exposure Limits

   Canada
          CAS# 589-29-7 is listed on Canada's DSL List.
          CAS# 589-29-7 is not listed on Canada's Ingredient Disclosure List.
   Exposure Limits
 US FEDERAL
     TSCA
          CAS# 589-29-7 is listed on the TSCA inventory.

                  **** SECTION 16 - ADDITIONAL INFORMATION ****

     MSDS Creation Date:  8/14/2004  Revision #0 Date: Original.

     The information above is believed to be accurate and represents the best
     information currently available to us. However, we make no warranty of
     merchantability or any other warranty, express or implied, with respect to
     such information, and we assume no liability resulting from its use. Users
     should make their own investigations to determine the suitability of the
     information for their particular purposes. In no way shall the company be
     liable for any claims, losses, or damages of any third party or for lost
     profits or any special, indirect, incidental, consequential or exemplary
     damages, howsoever arising, even if the company has been advised of
     the possibility of such damages.
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