Creation Date: 11-09-2005
Revision Date: 11-09-2005
Material Safety Data Sheet
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1. Chemical Product and Company Identification
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Material Name LC Universal Test Mix
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Version #
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Mixture
CAS #
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00890893
Item #
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Methanol solution containing trace constituents.
Synonym(s)
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PerkinElmer Life and Analytical Sciences
Identification Of The
710 Bridgeport Avenue
Company/Undertaking
Shelton, CT 06484
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Technical Support 800-762-4000
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CHEMTREC 800-424-9300
Emergency Telephone
Emergency Phone 800-762-4000
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2. Composition / Information on Ingredients
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Hazardous component(s) CAS # Percent PEL TLV
Methanol 67-56-1 80 - 90 200 ppm 200
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Non-hazardous component(s) CAS # Percent
Non-hazardous Ingredients 2.5 - 10
CUMENE 98-82-8 < 0.01
ETHYLBENZENE 100-41-4 < 0.01
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ANTHRACENE 120-12-7 < 0.01
SODIUM CHLORIDE 7647-14-5 < 0.01
TERT-BUTYLBENZENE 98-06-6 < 0.01
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TOLUENE < 0.01
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3. Hazards Identification
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Emergency Overview
Highly flammable.
Toxic by inhalation, ingestion and in contact with the skin.
Danger of very serious irreversible effects.
Irritating to eyes, respiratory system and skin.
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Target Organs
Eyes
Kidney
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Health: 1
NFPA RATINGS
Flammability: 3
Instability: 0
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4. First Aid Measures
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General advice
Immediate medical attention is required
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First Aid
Skin contact
Wash off immediately with soap and plenty of water removing all contaminated clothes and
shoes. Consult a physician.
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Eye contact
Rinse immediately with plenty of water, also under the eyelids, for at least 15 minutes. Consult a
physician.
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Inhalation
Move to fresh air. Oxygen or artificial respiration if needed.
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Ingestion
Rinse mouth. Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. Call a physician
immediately.
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5. Fire Fighting Measures
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Suitable extinguishing media
water spray.
carbon dioxide (CO2), dry powder or foam
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Specific hazards
In the event of fire toxic fumes may be formed.
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Special protective equipment for firefighters
Wear suitable protective equipment
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Unusual Fire & Explosion Hazards
Flash back possible over considerable distance.
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6. Accidental Release Measures
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Evacuation Procedures
Evacuate personnel to safe areas.
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Personal precautions
Remove all sources of ignition. Ensure adequate ventilation. Use personal protective equipment.
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Methods for cleaning up
Neutralise with dry-lime, sand, or soda ash. Clean contaminated surface thoroughly. Keep in
suitable and closed containers for disposal.
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7. Handling and Storage
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Handling
Use only in area provided with appropriate exhaust ventilation. Wear personal protective
equipment. Keep away from heat and sources of ignition. Do not breathe vapours or spray mist.
Avoid contact with skin and eyes.
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Storage
Keep tightly closed. Keep away from heat. Keep in a dry, cool place.
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8. Exposure Controls / Personal Protection
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Exposure Limit Values
ACGIH - Threshold Limits Values - Time Weighted Averages (TLV-TWA)
Methanol 67-56-1 200 ppm TWA
OSHA - Final PELs - Time Weighted Averages (TWAs)
Methanol 67-56-1 200 ppm TWA; 260 mg/m3 TWA
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Exposure Controls
Engineering measures to reduce exposure
Provide adequate ventilation.
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Hygiene measures
Handle in accordance with good industrial hygiene and safety practice. Avoid contact with skin,
eyes and clothing. Keep away from food and drink. Wash hands before breaks and immediately
after handling the product.
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Respiratory protection
No personal respiratory protective equipment normally required.
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Hand protection
solvent-resistant gloves
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Eye protection
safety glasses with side-shields
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Skin and body protection
lab coat.
Remove and wash contaminated clothing before re-use. Discard contaminated shoes.
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9. Physical & Chemical Properties
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General Information
Form
liquid
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Color
colorless
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Odor
slight
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Important health, safety and environmental information
0 % estimated
Volatile Organic
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10. Chemical Stability & Reactivity Information
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Stability
Stable
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Hazardous decomposition products
carbon oxides
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Incompatibility
acids; acid chlorides; acid anhydrides; alkaline metals; reducing agents
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Hazardous Polymerization
Will not occur.
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11. Toxicological Information
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Acute Toxicity
Irritating to eyes, respiratory system and skin.
Toxic by inhalation, in contact with skin and if swallowed.
Methyl Alcohol may be fatal or cause blindness if swallowed.
Cannot be made non-poisonous.
Ingestion may provoke the following symptoms:
nausea, headache, and vomiting
gastrointestinal disturbance, dizziness, weakness, and
unconsciousness
NIOSH - Selected LD50s and LC50s
Methanol 67-56-1 Inhalation LC50 Rat: 64000 mg/kg/4H; Oral LD50
Rat: 5628 mg/kg; Oral LD50 Mouse: 7300 mg/kg;
Dermal LD50 Rabbit: 15800 mg/kg
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Symptoms and Target Organs
NIOSH - Pocket Guide - Target Organs
Methanol 67-56-1 skin, eyes, CNS, GI tract, respiratory system
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12. Ecological Information
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Ecotoxicity
Ecotoxicity - Freshwater Fish Species Data
Methanol 67-56-1 96 Hr LC50 fathead minnow (28 days old):29400
mg/L (flow-through);96 Hr LC50 rainbow trout
(fingerling):13 mg/L;48 Hr LC50 trout: 8000 mg/L
Ecotoxicity - Microtox Data
Methanol 67-56-1 5 min EC50 Photobacterium phosphoreum: 43000
mg/L; 15 min EC50 Photobacterium phosphoreum:
40000 mg/L; 25 min EC50 Photobacterium
phosphoreum: 39000 mg/L
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Mobility
Not available
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Ecological Information
Not available
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13. Disposal Considerations
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Disposal Instructions
In accordance with local and national regulations.
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Waste from residues / unused products
In accordance with local and national regulations.
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14. Transportation Information
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US DOT
Methanol
Proper shipping name DOT
3
Hazard class
UN1230
UN number
II
Packaging group
IB2, T7, TP2
Special provisions
150
Packaging exceptions
202
Packaging non bulk
242
Packaging bulk
1L
Quantity limits
DOT
passenger
60 L
Quantity limits cargo
B
Vessel stowage
location
40
Vessel stowage other
3
Labels required
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15. Regulatory Information
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CERCLA/SARA Section 313
LC Universal Test Mix
Material
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Methanol
Ingredient(s)
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US Federal Regulations
CERCLA/SARA - Hazardous Substances and their Reportable Quantities
Methanol 67-56-1 5000 lb final RQ; 2270 kg final RQ
CERCLA/SARA - Section 313 - Emission Reporting
Methanol 67-56-1 1.0 % de minimis concentration
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State Regulations
Massachusetts - Right To Know List
Methanol 67-56-1 Present
Massachusetts - Toxics Use Reduction Act
Methanol 67-56-1 CERCLA and 313 chemical
New Jersey - Right to Know Hazardous Substance List
Methanol 67-56-1 sn 1222
Pennsylvania - RTK (Right to Know) List
Methanol 67-56-1 Environmental hazard
Rhode Island - Hazardous Substance List
Methanol 67-56-1 Toxic; Flammable; skin
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International Regulations
Canada - WHMIS - Ingredient Disclosure List
Methanol 67-56-1 1 % (English Item 1012, French Item 183)
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16. Other Information
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Disclaimer
The information provided in this Material Safety Data Sheet is based on our present knowledge,
and believed to be correct at the date of publication. However, no representation is made
concerning its accuracy and completeness. It is intended as guidance only, and is not to be
considered a warranty or quality specification. All materials may present unknown hazards, and
should be used with caution. Although certain hazards are described, we cannot guarantee that
these are the only hazards which exist. PerkinElmer Life and Analytical Sciences shall not be held
liable for any damage resulting from handling or from contact with the product.
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