**** SECTION 2 - COMPOSITION, INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS ****
+----------------+--------------------------------------+----------+-----------+
| CAS# | Chemical Name | % | EINECS# |
|----------------|--------------------------------------|----------|-----------|
|----------------|--------------------------------------|----------|-----------|
| 67-56-1 |Methyl alcohol | 96.7 | 200-659-6 |
|----------------|--------------------------------------|----------|-----------|
| 124-41-4 |Sodium Methoxide | 3.3 | 204-699-5 |
+----------------+--------------------------------------+----------+-----------+
Text for R-phrases: see Section 16
Hazard Symbols: T F C
Risk Phrases: 11 23/25 34
**** SECTION 3 - HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION ****
EMERGENCY OVERVIEW
Highly flammable. Toxic by inhalation and if swallowed. Causes
burns.Corrosive.
Potential Health Effects
Eye:
Causes eye burns. Vapors may cause eye irritation. May cause
painful sensitization to light. May cause blindness. May cause eye
injury.
Skin:
Causes skin burns. May be absorbed through the skin.
Ingestion:
May be fatal or cause blindness if swallowed. May cause kidney
damage. May cause systemic toxicity with acidosis. May cause severe
gastrointestinal tract irritation with nausea, vomiting and possible
burns. 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. Ingestion may produce
severe abdominal pain, corrosion of the lips, mouth, tongue, and
pharynx, and the vomiting of large pieces of mucosa.
Inhalation:
May cause visual impairment and possible permanent blindness. May
cause effects similar to those described for ingestion. May cause
burns to the respiratory tract. Inhalation of vapor may cause severe
respiratory tract irritation. May cause drowsiness, unconsciousness,
and central nervous system depression. Exposure to the mist may
cause multiple small burns with temporary loss of hair.
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. Do NOT allow victim to rub eyes or keep eyes closed.
Skin:
Get medical aid immediately. Flush skin with plenty of water for at
least 15 minutes while removing contaminated clothing and shoes.
Discard contaminated clothing in a manner which limits further
exposure. Destroy contaminated shoes.
Ingestion:
Do not induce vomiting. If victim is conscious and alert, give 2-4
cupfuls of milk or water. Never give anything by mouth to an
unconscious person. Get medical aid immediately.
Inhalation:
Get medical aid immediately. Remove from exposure and move to fresh
air immediately. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen. Do NOT use
mouth-to-mouth resuscitation. If breathing has ceased apply
artificial respiration using oxygen and a suitable mechanical device
such as a bag and a mask.
Notes to Physician:
Effects may be delayed. Ethanol may inhibit methanol metabolism.
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. Vapors may form an explosive mixture with air.
Vapors can travel to a source of ignition and flash back. 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. Containers may explode in the heat of a fire.
Flammable liquid and vapor. Vapors may be heavier than air. They can
spread along the ground and collect in low or confined areas. May be
ignited by heat, sparks, and flame.
Extinguishing Media:
For small fires, use dry chemical, carbon dioxide, water spray or
alcohol-resistant foam. Use water spray to cool fire-exposed
containers. Water may be ineffective. Do NOT use straight streams of
water. For large fires, use dry chemical, carbon dioxide,
alcohol-resistant foam, or water spray. Cool containers with
flooding quantities of water until well after fire is out.
**** SECTION 6 - ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES ****
General Information: Use proper personal protective equipment as indicated
in Section 8.
Spills/Leaks:
Remove all sources of ignition. Absorb spill using an absorbent,
non-combustible material such as earth, sand, or vermiculite. Do not
use combustible materials such as sawdust. Use a spark-proof tool.
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.
**** 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. Keep away from heat, sparks
and flame. Do not ingest or inhale. Use only in a chemical fume hood.
Do not pressurize, cut, weld, braze, solder, drill, grind, or expose
empty containers to heat, sparks or open flames.
Storage:
Keep away from heat, sparks, and flame. Keep away from sources of
ignition. Store in a tightly closed container. Store in a cool, dry,
well-ventilated area away from incompatible substances. Keep away
from strong acids.
**** SECTION 8 - EXPOSURE CONTROLS, PERSONAL PROTECTION ****
Engineering Controls:
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. 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
CAS# 124-41-4:
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, colorless
Odor: odorless
pH: Not available.
Vapor Pressure: 127 mm Hg @ 25C(MEOH)
Viscosity: 0.614mPa (MEOH)
Boiling Point: 64.7 deg C
Freezing/Melting Point: -97.8 deg C
Autoignition Temperature: 88 deg C ( 190.40 deg F)
Flash Point: 11 deg C ( 51.80 deg F)
Explosion Limits, lower: 7.30
Explosion Limits, upper: 36.00
Decomposition Temperature: 70 deg C
Solubility in water: Miscible.
Specific Gravity/Density: 0.8100(MEOH)
Molecular Formula: Not applicable.
Molecular Weight:
**** SECTION 10 - STABILITY AND REACTIVITY ****
Chemical Stability:
Stable under normal temperatures and pressures.
Conditions to Avoid:
High temperatures, incompatible materials, ignition sources, exposure
to air, oxidizers.
Incompatibilities with Other Materials:
Strong acids, active metals, nitric acid, isocyanates, alliphatic
amines, caustics (e.g. ammonia, ammonium hydroxide, calcium
hydroxide, potassium hydroxide, sodium hydroxide), cyanuric chloride,
diethyl zinc, perchloric acid, chromic anhydride, phosphorus
trioxide, potassium-tert-butoxide, Oxidants (such as barium
perchlorate, bromine, chlorine, hydrogen peroxide, lead perchlorate,
perchloric acid, sodium hypochlorite)., acetyl bromide, alkyl
aluminum salts, beryllium dihydride, carbon tetrachloride + metals,
chloroform + heat, chloroform + sodium hydroxide, Attacks some forms
of plastics, rubbers, and coatings..
Hazardous Decomposition Products:
Carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide, sodium oxide, formaldehyde.
Hazardous Polymerization: Has not been reported.
**** SECTION 11 - TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION ****
RTECS#:
CAS# 67-56-1: PC1400000
CAS# 124-41-4: PC3570000
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# 124-41-4: Oral, rat: LD50 = 2037 mg/kg.
Carcinogenicity:
Methyl alcohol -
Not listed by ACGIH, IARC, or NTP.
Sodium Methoxide -
Not listed by ACGIH, IARC, or NTP.
Other:
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
Shipping Name: SODIUM METHYLATE SOLUTION
Hazard Class: 3 (8)
UN Number: 1289
Packing Group: III
IMO
Shipping Name: SODIUM METHYLATE SOLUTION
Hazard Class: 3.3 (8)
UN Number: 1289
Packing Group: III
RID/ADR
Shipping Name: SODIUM METHYLATE SOLUTION
Hazard Class: 3
UN Number: 1289
Packing group: III
USA RQ: CAS# 67-56-1: 5000 lb final RQ; 2270 kg final RQ
USA RQ: CAS# 124-41-4: 1000 lb final RQ; 454 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 23/25 Toxic by inhalation and if swallowed.
R 34 Causes burns.
Safety Phrases:
S 7/8 Keep container tightly closed and dry.
S 8 Keep container dry.
S 16 Keep away from sources of ignition - No
smoking.
S 24 Avoid contact with skin.
S 24/25 Avoid contact with skin and eyes.
S 26 In case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately
with plenty of water and seek medical advice.
S 28B After contact with skin, wash immediately with
plenty of water and soap.
S 37/39 Wear suitable gloves and eye/face
protection.
S 43A In case of fire, use dry chemical (never use
water).
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# 124-41-4: 1
Canada
CAS# 67-56-1 is listed on Canada's DSL List.
CAS# 124-41-4 is listed on Canada's DSL List.
CAS# 67-56-1 is listed on Canada's Ingredient Disclosure List.
CAS# 124-41-4 is not listed on Canada's Ingredient Disclosure List.
US FEDERAL
TSCA
CAS# 67-56-1 is listed on the TSCA inventory.
CAS# 124-41-4 is listed on the TSCA inventory.
**** SECTION 16 - ADDITIONAL INFORMATION ****
Text for R-phrases from Section 2
R 11 Highly flammable.
R 14 Reacts violently with water.
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.
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