SECTION V HEALTH HAZARD DATA
MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET MM 355
Threshold Limited Value ACGIH 1992-93 Methanol; STEL 250 ppm, 328 mg/m3.
ALDON 1533 W.Henrietta Rd.
RTECS No. PC1400000
MM 355
Avon, New York 14414 MSDS No.
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CORPORATION December 18, 1996
Effective Date
(716) 226-6177
Effects of Overexposure INGESTION: May be fatal if swallowed. Cannot be made non-poisonous.
Swallowing the liquid causes inebriation, headache, nausea and vomiting
leading to severe illness, blindness and perhaps death. EYES: Liquid
SECTION I NAME 24 HOUR EMERGENCY ASSISTANCE
causes eye irritation. INHALATION: Breathing vapors may cause
Product METHANOL SOLUTION drowsiness, nausea and vomiting. SKIN: Repeated contact may irritate skin.
CHEMTREC
3 Health 3
800-424-9300
Chemical
Emergency and
1 0
Methyl Alcohol Solution INGESTION: If swallowed, if conscious, give one or two glasses of water or
Synonyms 3
Fire
Day 716-226-6177 milk to drink and induce vomiting. Repeat until vomit fluid is clear. Call
First Aid Procedures physician immediately. Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious
Formula Mixture. 1
Reactivity
NFPA person. INHALATION: Remove to fresh air. If not breathing, give artificial
respiration. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen. Call a physician. EYES:
HAZARD RATING HMIS *
Unit Size up to 4 Lt. Flush with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes, lifting lower and upper
LEAST SLIGHT MODERATE HIGH EXTREME
eyelids occasionally. Get medical attention immediately. SKIN: Flush with
0 1 2 3 4
C.A.S. No. Mixture. water, then wash with mild soap and water. For all routes, keep patient warm
and cover eyes to exclude light.
SECTION II INGREDIENTS OF MIXTURES
SECTION VI REACTIVITY DATA
Principal Component(s) % TLV Units
Conditions to Avoid
Stability Unstable Sparks, excessive heat, sources of ignition,
3
Methyl Alcohol: ( CAS No. 67-56-1) 25% 200 ppm; 262 mg/m
open flame, static charge.
Stable X
Water: (CAS No. 7732-18-5) 75% None established. Incompatibility Strong oxidizing agents. Particularly perchloric acid and lead perchlorate, nitric acid,
(Materials to Avoid) chromic anhydride.
DANGER! FLAMMABLE! POISON CAN BE FATAL OR CAUSE BLINDNESS
Hazardous Thermal decomposition or burning will produce carbon dioxide and/or
IF SWALLOWED. CANNOT BE MADE NON-POISONOUS. HARMFUL IF INHALED.
Decomposition Products carbon monoxide.
SECTION III PHYSICAL DATA
Conditions to Avoid
Hazardous Polymerization
Specific Gravity (H2O = 1)
Melting Point (掳F) -17掳C (11掳F) 0.9634 @ 25掳/4掳C
May Occur Will Not Occur Not applicable.
Percent Volatile
Boiling Point (掳F) 86掳C (186掳F) 100%
by Volume (%) X
Evaporation Rate
SECTION VII SPILL OR LEAK PROCEDURES
Vapor Pressure (mm Hg) 96 mm @ 20掳C (MeOH) n-Butyl Alc. =1) 12.5% @ 25掳C
(
Steps to be taken in case
Vapor Density (Air=1) Eliminate all ignition sources. Use absorbent materials to soak up
1.11 (MeOH)
material is released or spilled spills (sand, earth or vermiculite). Carefully sweep up and remove.
Solubility in Water Complete. Spills in critical areas can be diluted with water to reduce fire hazard
during cleanup. Do NOT flush to sewer, drain or waterways.
Appearance & Odor Clear, colorless liquid; alcohol odor.
Discharge, treatment, or disposal may be subject to Federal, State or Local laws.
Waste Disposal Method
SECTION IV FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARD DATA These disposal guidelines are intended for the disposal of catalog-size quantities only.
Lower
Flammable Limits in Air Upper
Flash Point
Dispose of in an approved incinerator or contract with a licensed solvent waste
% by Volume
(Method Used) 52掳F (11掳C) TCC Pure MeOH 79掳F 6.6% 36.5%
disposal agency.
Extinguisher
SECTION VIII SPECIAL PROTECTION INFORMATION
Water spray; carbon dioxide (CO2); dry chemical; alcohol type foam.
Media
Respiration Protection None needed in normal laboratory handling. If misty conditions prevail, work in ventilation hood or
(Specify Type) wear a NIOSH/MSHA-approved respirator air-supplied or self-contained breathing apparatus.
SPECIAL FIREFIGHTING In fire conditions, wear a NIOSH/MSHA-approved self-contained
Recommended. No.
Local Exhaust Special
PROCEDURES breathing apparatus. Water may be ineffective. Use water spray to Ventilation Yes. Adequate to maintain below exposure limit.
Mechanical (General) Other
cool fire exposed containers. Use alcohol resistant foam to extinguish
large fires or to blanket spill to reduce vapors. Protective Gloves Eye Protection
Rubber. Chemical safety glasses.
Goggles, smock, apron, eye wash station, safety shower, proper gloves, ventilation hood, fire
Other Protective
Autoignition Temperature: 54掳F (12.2掳C)
Equipment extinguisher.
SECTION IX SPECIAL PRECAUTIONS
(1993 EMERGENCY RESPONSE GUIDEBOOK, DOT P 5800.6, GUIDE PAGE NO. 28)
Precautions to be Taken Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from strong oxidizers and fire
UNUSUAL FIRE AND in Handling & Storing hazards. Wash thoroughly after handling. Avoid contact with eyes, skin and
EXPLOSION HAZARDS clothing. Remove and wash contaminated clothing.
Keep container tightly closed when not in use.
Class 1B flammable liquid.
Burns with a clear, almost invisible flame, especially hard to see in Read label on container before using. Do not wear contact lenses when working with chemicals.
Other Precautions
strong sunlight. Methanol-water mixtures with 25% or more methanol
Use explosive-proof electrical fixtures. Containers should be electrically
are flammable. Avoid water streams which may splash and spread
grounded/bonded during material transfer to prevent static spark.
flaming liquid. Vapors are heavier than air and may flow along
Corrosive to lead and aluminum.
surfaces to distant ignition sources and flash back.
For laboratory use only. Not for drug, food or household use. Keep out of reach of children.
Chemical Safety
Approved
Revision Date
No. 3 12/18/96 Michael Raszeja MR
Coordinator
D.O.T. METHYL ALCOHOL, (SOLUTION), 3, UN 1230, PG II The information contained herein is furnished without warranty of any kind. Employers should use this information only as a supplement to other information
gathered by them and must make independent determinations of suitability and completeness of information from all sources to assure proper use of these
Approved by U.S. Department of Labor "essentially similar" to form OSHA-20 materials and the safety and health of employees. * Hazardous Materials Industrial Standards. Printed on recycled paper.
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