Wash thoroughly immediately after exposure to Xylenes and at the end of the workshift. Post hazard and warning information in the work area. In addition, as part of an ongoing education and training effort, communicate all information on the health and safety hazards of Xylenes to potentially exposed workers. This Fact Sheet is a summary source of information of all potential and most severe health hazards that may result from exposure. Duration of exposure, concentration of the substance and other factors will affect your susceptibility to any of the potential effects described below.
Xylenes can also cause headaches, nausea and vomiting, tiredness and stomach upset.
High levels can cause you to feel dizzy and lightheaded, and to pass out. Very high levels can cause death. According to the information presently available to the New Jersey Department of Health, Xylenes have not been tested for their ability to cause cancer in animals. Xylenes can damage the liver and kidneys. Prolonged contact can cause drying and cracking of the skin.