**** SECTION 2 - COMPOSITION, INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS ****
+----------------+--------------------------------------+----------+-----------+
| CAS# | Chemical Name | % | EINECS# |
|----------------|--------------------------------------|----------|-----------|
| 67-56-1 |Methyl alcohol | 100.0 | 200-659-6 |
+----------------+--------------------------------------+----------+-----------+
Hazard Symbols: T F
Risk Phrases: 11 23/25
**** SECTION 3 - HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION ****
EMERGENCY OVERVIEW
Highly flammable. Toxic by inhalation and if swallowed.
Potential Health Effects
Eye:
May cause moderate eye irritation. Vapors may cause eye
irritation. May cause painful sensitization to light.
Skin:
May cause skin irritation. May be absorbed through the skin in
harmful amounts.
Ingestion:
May be fatal or cause blindness if swallowed. Cannot be made
non-poisonous. Poison by ingestion. May cause respiratory failure.
May cause systemic toxicity with acidosis. May cause central nervous
system depression, characterized by excitement, followed by headache,
dizziness, drowsiness, and nausea. Advanced stages may cause
collapse, unconsciousness, coma and possible death due to respiratory
failure. May cause vascular collapse and damage. May cause kidney
failure.
Inhalation:
May cause respiratory tract irritation. May cause visual impairment
and possible permanent blindness. May cause effects similar to those
described for ingestion. May cause narcotic effects in high
concentration. May cause kidney damage. May cause drowsiness,
unconsciousness, and central nervous system depression.
Chronic:
Prolonged or repeated skin contact may cause dermatitis. Chronic
inhalation and ingestion may cause effects similar to those of acute
inhalation and ingestion.
**** 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
immediately.
Skin:
Get medical aid. Flush skin with plenty of water for at least 15
minutes while removing contaminated clothing and shoes.
Ingestion:
Call a poison control center. If swallowed, do not induce vomiting
unless directed to do so by medical personnel. Never give anything by
mouth to an unconscious person. Get medical aid.
Inhalation:
Get medical aid immediately. Remove from exposure and move to fresh
air immediately. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. If
breathing is difficult, give oxygen.
Notes to Physician:
Effects may be delayed. Ethanol may inhibit methanol metabolism.
**** SECTION 5 - FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES ****
General Information:
Containers can build up pressure if exposed to heat and/or fire. As
in any fire, wear a self-contained breathing apparatus in
pressure-demand, MSHA/NIOSH (approved or equivalent), and full
protective gear. Vapors can travel to a source of ignition and flash
back. Will burn if involved in a fire. Flammable Liquid. Can release
vapors that form explosive mixtures at temperatures above the
flashpoint. Vapors may be heavier than air. They can spread along
the ground and collect in low or confined areas.
Extinguishing Media:
Use water fog, dry chemical, carbon dioxide, or regular foam.
**** SECTION 6 - ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES ****
General Information: Use proper personal protective equipment as indicated
in Section 8.
Spills/Leaks:
Absorb spill with inert material (e.g. vermiculite, sand or earth),
then place in suitable container. Clean up spills immediately,
observing precautions in the Protective Equipment section. Remove all
sources of ignition. Provide ventilation.
**** SECTION 7 - HANDLING and STORAGE ****
Handling:
Wash thoroughly after handling. Use spark-proof tools and explosion
proof equipment. Avoid contact with eyes, skin, and clothing. Keep
container tightly closed. Do not ingest or inhale. Use only in a
chemical fume hood.
Storage:
Keep away from sources of ignition. Store in a tightly closed
container. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from
incompatible substances. Flammables-area.
**** SECTION 8 - EXPOSURE CONTROLS, PERSONAL PROTECTION ****
Engineering Controls:
Use process enclosure, local exhaust ventilation, or other
engineering controls to control airborne levels below recommended
exposure limits. Facilities storing or utilizing this material should
be equipped with an eyewash facility and a safety shower. Use only
under a chemical fume hood.
Exposure Limits
CAS# 67-56-1:
United Kingdom, WEL - TWA: 200 ppm TWA; 266 mg/m3 TWA
United Kingdom, WEL - STEL: 250 ppm STEL; 333 mg/m3 STEL
United States OSHA: 200 ppm TWA; 260 mg/m3 TWA
Belgium - TWA: 200 ppm VLE; 266 mg/m3 VLE
Belgium - STEL: 250 ppm VLE; 333 mg/m3 VLE
France - VME: 200 ppm VME; 260 mg/m3 VME
France - VLE: 1000 ppm VLE; 1300 mg/m3 VLE
Germany: 200 ppm TWA; 270 mg/m3 TWA
Germany: Skin absorber
Japan: 200 ppm OEL; 260 mg/m3 OEL
Malaysia: 200 ppm TWA; 262 mg/m3 TWA
Netherlands: 200 ppm MAC; 260 mg/m3 MAC
Russia: 5 mg/m3 TWA
Spain: 200 ppm VLA-ED; 266 mg/m3 VLA-ED
Spain: 250 ppm VLA-EC; 333 mg/m3 VLA-EC
Personal Protective Equipment
Eyes:
Wear appropriate protective eyeglasses or chemical
safety goggles as described by OSHA's eye and face
protection regulations in 29 CFR 1910.133 or European
Standard EN166.
Skin:
Wear appropriate protective gloves to prevent skin
exposure.
Clothing:
Wear appropriate protective clothing to prevent skin
exposure.
Respirators:
Follow the OSHA respirator regulations found in 29
CFR 1910.134 or European Standard EN 149. Use a
NIOSH/MSHA or European Standard EN 149 approved
respirator if exposure limits are exceeded or if
irritation or other symptoms are experienced.
**** SECTION 9 - PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES ****
Physical State: Liquid
Color: Clear
Odor: Pungent odor.
pH: Neutral.
Vapor Pressure: 128 mm Hg @ 20 C
Viscosity: 0.55 cP @ 20 C
Boiling Point: 64.7 deg C
Freezing/Melting Point: -98 deg C
Autoignition Temperature: 455 deg C ( 851.00 deg F)
Flash Point: 54 deg F ( 12.22 deg C)
Explosion Limits, lower: 6.0%
Explosion Limits, upper: 31.0%
Decomposition Temperature: Not available.
Solubility in water: Miscible with water.
Specific Gravity/Density: 0.7910
Molecular Formula: CH3OH
Molecular Weight: 32.0274
**** SECTION 10 - STABILITY AND REACTIVITY ****
Chemical Stability:
Stable at room temperature in closed containers under normal storage
and handling conditions.
Conditions to Avoid:
High temperatures, incompatible materials, ignition sources.
Incompatibilities with Other Materials:
Oxidants (such as barium perchlorate, bromine, chlorine, hydrogen
peroxide, lead perchlorate, perchloric acid, sodium hypochlorite).
Acitve metals (such as potassium and magnesium). Substance is also
incompatible with specific chemicals including acetyl bromide, alkyl
aluminum salts, beryllium dihydride, carbon tetrachloride+ metals,
chloroform+heat, chloroform+sodium hydroxide, cyanuric chloride,
diethyl zinc, nitric acid, and potassium terbutoxide. Please refer
to the NFPA Fire Potection Guide for all specifics.
Hazardous Decomposition Products:
Carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide, formaldehyde.
Hazardous Polymerization: Will not occur.
**** SECTION 11 - TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION ****
RTECS#:
CAS# 67-56-1: PC1400000
LD50/LC50:
CAS# 67-56-1: Draize test, rabbit, eye: 40 mg Moderate; Draize test,
rabbit, eye: 100 mg/24H Moderate; Draize test, rabbit, skin: 20
mg/24H Moderate; Inhalation, rabbit: LC50 = 81000 mg/m3/14H;
Inhalation, rat: LC50 = 64000 ppm/4H; Oral, mouse: LD50 = 7300
mg/kg; Oral, rabbit: LD50 = 14200 mg/kg; Oral, rat: LD50 = 5600
mg/kg; Skin, rabbit: LD50 = 15800 mg/kg.
Carcinogenicity:
Methyl alcohol -
Not listed by ACGIH, IARC, or NTP.
Other:
See actual entry in RTECS for complete information.
**** SECTION 12 - ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION ****
Ecotoxicity:
Fish: Rainbow trout: LC50 = 13-68 mg/L; 96 Hr.; 12 degrees CFish:
Fathead Minnow: LC50 = 29400 mg/L; 96 Hr.; 25 degrees C, pH 7.63Fish:
Rainbow trout: LC50 = 8000 mg/L; 48 Hr.; UnspecifiedBacteria:
Phytobacterium phosphoreum: EC50 = 51,000-320,000 mg/L; 30 minutes;
Microtox test
**** SECTION 13 - DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS ****
Dispose of in a manner consistent with federal, state, and local regulations.
**** SECTION 14 - TRANSPORT INFORMATION ****
IATA
Shipping Name: METAL ALKYL HYDRIDES, N.O.S.*
Hazard Class: 4.2
UN Number: 3050
Packing Group:
IMO
Shipping Name: METAL ALKYL HYDRIDES, N.O.S.
Hazard Class: 4.2
UN Number: 3050
Packing Group: I
RID/ADR
Shipping Name: METAL ALKYL HYDRIDES, N.O.S.
Hazard Class: 4.2
UN Number: 3050
Packing group: I
USA RQ: CAS# 67-56-1: 5000 lb final RQ; 2270 kg final RQ
**** SECTION 15 - REGULATORY INFORMATION ****
European/International Regulations
European Labeling in Accordance with EC Directives
Hazard Symbols: T F
Risk Phrases:
R 11 Highly flammable.
R 23/25 Toxic by inhalation and if swallowed.
Safety Phrases:
S 2 Keep out of reach of children.
S 7 Keep container tightly closed.
S 16 Keep away from sources of ignition - No
smoking.
S 24 Avoid contact with skin.
S 45 In case of accident or if you feel unwell, seek
medical advice immediately (show the label where
possible).
WGK (Water Danger/Protection)
CAS# 67-56-1: 1
Canada
CAS# 67-56-1 is listed on Canada's DSL List.
CAS# 67-56-1 is listed on Canada's Ingredient Disclosure List.
US FEDERAL
TSCA
CAS# 67-56-1 is listed on the TSCA inventory.
**** SECTION 16 - ADDITIONAL INFORMATION ****
MSDS Creation Date: 7/23/1999 Revision #3 Date: 12/03/2002
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