**** SECTION 2 - COMPOSITION, INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS ****
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| CAS# | Chemical Name | % | EINECS# |
|----------------|--------------------------------------|----------|-----------|
|----------------|--------------------------------------|----------|-----------|
| 67-56-1 |Methyl alcohol | 88.1 | 200-659-6 |
|----------------|--------------------------------------|----------|-----------|
| 7664-41-7 |Ammonia | 11.9 | 231-635-3 |
+----------------+--------------------------------------+----------+-----------+
Text for R-phrases: see Section 16
Hazard Symbols: T F C
Risk Phrases: 11 23/24/25 34 39/23/24/25
**** SECTION 3 - HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION ****
EMERGENCY OVERVIEW
Highly flammable. Toxic by inhalation, in contact with skin and if
swallowed. Causes burns. Toxic : danger of very serious irreversible
effects through inhalation, in contact with skin and if
swallowed.Hygroscopic (absorbs moisture from the air).
Potential Health Effects
Eye:
Methanol is a mild to moderate eye irritant. Inhalation, ingestion
or skin absorption of methanol can cause significant disturbances in
vision, including blindness.
Skin:
Causes moderate skin irritation. Harmful if absorbed through the
skin. Prolonged and/or repeated contact may cause defatting of the
skin and dermatitis. Methanol can be absorbed through the skin,
producing systemic effects that include visual disturbances.
Ingestion:
Harmful if swallowed. May be fatal or cause blindness if swallowed.
Aspiration hazard. 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.
Inhalation:
Methanol is toxic and can very readily form extremely high vapor
concentrations at room temperature. Inhalation is the most common
route of occupational exposure. At first, methanol causes CNS
depression with nausea, headache, vomiting, dizziness and
incoordination. A time period with no obvious symptoms follows
(typically 8-24 hrs). This latent period is followed by metabolic
acidosis and severe visual effects which may include reduced
reactivity and/or increased sensitivity to light, blurred, double
and/or snowy vision, and blindness. Depending on the severity of
exposure and the promptness of treatment, survivors may recover
completely or may have permanent blindness, vision disturbances
and/or nervous system effects.
Chronic:
Prolonged or repeated skin contact may cause dermatitis. Chronic
exposure may cause effects similar to those of acute exposure.
Methanol is only very slowly eliminated from the body. Because of
this slow elimination, methanol should be regarded as a cumulative
poison. Though a single exposure may cause no effect, daily exposures
may result in the accumulation of a harmful amount. Methanol has
produced fetotoxicity in rats and teratogenicity in mice exposed by
inhalation to high concentrations that did not produce significant
maternal toxicity.
**** SECTION 4 - FIRST AID MEASURES ****
Eyes:
In case of contact, immediately flush eyes with plenty of water for
at least 15 minutes. Get medical aid immediately.
Skin:
In case of contact, immediately flush skin with plenty of water for
at least 15 minutes while removing contaminated clothing and shoes.
Get medical aid immediately. Wash clothing before reuse.
Ingestion:
Potential for aspiration if swallowed. Get medical aid immediately.
Do not induce vomiting unless directed to do so by medical
personnel. Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person.
Inhalation:
If inhaled, remove to fresh air. If not breathing, give artificial
respiration. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen. Get medical aid.
Notes to Physician:
Effects may be delayed.
Antidote:
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. During a fire, irritating and highly toxic gases may
be generated by thermal decomposition or combustion. Use water spray
to keep fire-exposed containers cool. Water may be ineffective.
Material is lighter than water and a fire may be spread by the use
of water. Flammable liquid and vapor. Vapors are heavier than air and
may travel to a source of ignition and flash back. Vapors can spread
along the ground and collect in low or confined areas.
Extinguishing Media:
For small fires, use dry chemical, carbon dioxide, water spray or
alcohol-resistant foam. Water may be ineffective. For large fires,
use water spray, fog or alcohol-resistant foam. Do NOT use straight
streams of water.
**** 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. Use water spray to disperse the
gas/vapor. Remove all sources of ignition. Provide ventilation. A
vapor suppressing foam may be used to reduce vapors. Water spray may
reduce vapor but may not prevent ignition in closed spaces. Approach
spill from upwind.
**** SECTION 7 - HANDLING and STORAGE ****
Handling:
Wash thoroughly after handling. Remove contaminated clothing and
wash before reuse. Ground and bond containers when transferring
material. Do not get in eyes, on skin, or on clothing. Empty
containers retain product residue, (liquid and/or vapor), and can be
dangerous. Keep container tightly closed. Do not ingest or inhale. Do
not pressurize, cut, weld, braze, solder, drill, grind, or expose
empty containers to heat, sparks or open flames. Use only with
adequate ventilation. Keep away from heat, sparks and flame. Avoid
use in confined spaces.
Storage:
Keep away from sources of ignition. Store in a cool, dry,
well-ventilated area away from incompatible substances.
Flammables-area. Keep containers tightly closed. Store protected
from moisture. Refrigerate upon arrival below 4C/39F.
**** SECTION 8 - EXPOSURE CONTROLS, PERSONAL PROTECTION ****
Engineering Controls:
Use explosion-proof ventilation equipment. Facilities storing or
utilizing this material should be equipped with an eyewash facility
and a safety shower. Use adequate general or local exhaust
ventilation to keep airborne concentrations below the permissible
exposure limits.
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
CAS# 7664-41-7:
United Kingdom, WEL - TWA: 25 ppm TWA (anhydrous); 18 mg/m3 TWA
(anhydrous)
United Kingdom, WEL - STEL: 35 ppm STEL (anhydrous); 25 mg/m3 STE
(anhydrous)
United States OSHA: 50 ppm TWA; 35 mg/m3 TWA
Belgium - TWA: 20 ppm VLE; 14 mg/m3 VLE
Belgium - STEL: 50 ppm VLE; 36 mg/m3 VLE
France - VME: 25 ppm VME; 18 mg/m3 VME
France - VLE: 50 ppm VLE; 36 mg/m3 VLE
Germany: 50 ppm TWA; 35 mg/m3 TWA
Japan: 25 ppm OEL; 17 mg/m3 OEL
Malaysia: 25 ppm TWA; 17 mg/m3 TWA
Netherlands: 50 ppm STEL; 36 mg/m3 STEL
Netherlands: 20 ppm MAC; 14 mg/m3 MAC
Russia: 20 mg/m3 TWA
Spain: 20 ppm VLA-ED; 14 mg/m3 VLA-ED
Spain: 50 ppm VLA-EC; 36 mg/m3 VLA-EC
Personal Protective Equipment
Eyes:
Wear chemical splash goggles.
Skin:
Wear appropriate protective gloves to prevent skin
exposure.
Clothing:
Wear appropriate protective clothing to prevent skin
exposure.
Respirators:
A respiratory protection program that meets OSHA's 29
CFR 1910.134 and ANSI Z88.2 requirements or European
Standard EN 149 must be followed whenever workplace
conditions warrant respirator use.
**** SECTION 9 - PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES ****
Physical State: Liquid
Color: clear, colorless
Odor: ammonia-like - alcohol-like
pH: Not available.
Vapor Pressure: Not available.
Viscosity: Not available.
Boiling Point: Not available.
Freezing/Melting Point: Not available.
Autoignition Temperature: Not applicable.
Flash Point: 11 deg C ( 51.80 deg F)
Explosion Limits, lower: Not available.
Explosion Limits, upper: Not available.
Decomposition Temperature:
Solubility in water:
Specific Gravity/Density: 0.7700g/cm3
Molecular Formula: H3N
Molecular Weight: 17.02
**** SECTION 10 - STABILITY AND REACTIVITY ****
Chemical Stability:
Stable under normal temperatures and pressures.
Conditions to Avoid:
High temperatures, ignition sources, moist air, confined spaces.
Incompatibilities with Other Materials:
Strong oxidizing agents, strong acids, powdered aluminum, powdered
magnesium.
Hazardous Decomposition Products:
Carbon monoxide, irritating and toxic fumes and gases, carbon
dioxide, formaldehyde.
Hazardous Polymerization: Has not been reported
**** SECTION 11 - TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION ****
RTECS#:
CAS# 67-56-1: PC1400000
CAS# 7664-41-7: BO0875000
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.
CAS# 7664-41-7: Inhalation, mouse: LC50 = 4230 ppm/1H; Inhalation,
mouse: LC50 = 4600 mg/m3/2H; Inhalation, rabbit: LC50 = 7 gm/m3/1H;
Inhalation, rat: LC50 = 2000 ppm/4H; Inhalation, rat: LC50 = 18600
mg/m3/5M; Inhalation, rat: LC50 = 7040 mg/m3/30M; Skin, rat: LD50 =
112000 mg/m3/15M; Skin, rat: LD50 = 71900 mg/m3/30M; Skin, rat: LD50
= 4840 mg/m3/60M.
Carcinogenicity:
Methyl alcohol -
Not listed by ACGIH, IARC, or NTP.
Ammonia -
Not listed by ACGIH, IARC, or NTP.
Other:
See actual entry in RTECS for complete information.
**** SECTION 12 - ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION ****
Ecotoxicity:
Fish: Fathead Minnow: 29.4 g/L; 96 Hr; LC50 (unspecified)Fish:
Goldfish: 250 ppm; 11 Hr; resulted in deathFish: Rainbow trout: 8000
mg/L; 48 Hr; LC50 (unspecified)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: FLAMMABLE LIQUID, TOXIC, CORROSIVE, N.O.S.*
Hazard Class: 3 (6.1)
UN Number: 3286
Packing Group: II
IMO
Shipping Name: FLAMMABLE LIQUID, TOXIC, CORROSIVE, N.O.S.
Hazard Class: 3.2 (6.1)
UN Number: 3286
Packing Group: II
RID/ADR
Shipping Name: FLAMMABLE LIQUID, TOXIC, CORROSIVE, N.O.S.
Hazard Class: 3 (6.1)
UN Number: 3286
Packing group: II
USA RQ: CAS# 67-56-1: 5000 lb final RQ; 2270 kg final RQ
USA RQ: CAS# 7664-41-7: 100 lb final RQ; 45.4 kg final RQ
**** SECTION 15 - REGULATORY INFORMATION ****
European/International Regulations
European Labeling in Accordance with EC Directives
Hazard Symbols: T F C
Risk Phrases:
R 11 Highly flammable.
R 23/24/25 Toxic by inhalation, in contact with skin
and if swallowed.
R 34 Causes burns.
R 39/23/24/25 Toxic : danger of very serious
irreversible effects through inhalation, in contact
with skin and if swallowed.
Safety Phrases:
S 7 Keep container tightly closed.
S 16 Keep away from sources of ignition - No
smoking.
S 26 In case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately
with plenty of water and seek medical advice.
S 36/37/39 Wear suitable protective clothing, gloves
and eye/face protection.
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
CAS# 7664-41-7: 2
Canada
CAS# 67-56-1 is listed on Canada's DSL List.
CAS# 7664-41-7 is listed on Canada's DSL List.
CAS# 67-56-1 is listed on Canada's Ingredient Disclosure List.
CAS# 7664-41-7 is listed on Canada's Ingredient Disclosure List.
US FEDERAL
TSCA
CAS# 67-56-1 is listed on the TSCA inventory.
CAS# 7664-41-7 is listed on the TSCA inventory.
**** SECTION 16 - ADDITIONAL INFORMATION ****
Text for R-phrases from Section 2
R 11 Highly flammable.
R 23/24/25 Toxic by inhalation, in contact with skin and
if swallowed.
R 39/23/24/25 Toxic : danger of very serious irreversible
effects through inhalation, in contact with skin and if swallowed.
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