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and unusual reactivity. Within each category, a system has been
established with five numerical ratings (0–4). Number 4 is a severe
hazard and number 0 is no special hazard. This rating system is on
our label because a few state laws require it. Unfortunately, the NFPA
numerical ratings exist for a very limited number of chemicals, and
the numbers represent hazard under fire conditions as opposed to
normal laboratory use. This under fire conditions rating system tends
to distort hazard characteristics. We urge teachers to depend more on
the hazard warnings, pictograms and signal words shown elsewhere
on each label.
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location.
Suggested Disposal Method
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Manual on pages 736–753. The number shown in the chemical
listing refers you to a specific and suggested disposal method for
that particular product.
Shelf Life
A general statement about anticipated shelf life. Since conditions
vary widely, the statement is general and should be accepted in
that context. The shelf life data are based on exhaustive literature
searches.
Soluble
In what solvent(s) is this substance soluble? We have listed the
common solvents. Limited space may, in a few cases, prevent us
from listing all of the possible solvents.
Chemical Abstract Service (CAS) Registry
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chemists. The CAS maintains resource information on thousands of
chemicals. The CAS number is the single identifying number for each
specific substance.
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for Science”
T0019 500 mL
TOLUENE
reagent, toluol, C6H5CH3, F.W. 92.14
HAZARD ALERT: Highly flammable liquid and vapor. Keep
away from heat, sparks, and open flames. Keep container
cool and tightly closed. Obtain special instructions before
use. Do not use until all safety pre-cautions have been read
and understood. Wear gloves, eye and face protection. Wash
thoroughly after handling.
IN CASE OF FIRE: Use triclass dry chemical fire extinguisher.
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DISPOSAL: #24b
SHELF LIFE: Good if stored safely.
SOLUBLE: Water.
CAS NO: 108-88-3
UN1294
FLAMMABLE/COMBUSTIBLE
CHEMICALS FLINN CHEMICAL SAFETY LABEL
LOT: 1 2 5 3 4
STORAGE: Organic #3 in a dedicated flammables cabinet. If a
flammables cabinet is not available store in a Flinn Saf-Stor™ Can.
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