Material Safety Data Sheet
`Methanol
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`1. CHEMICAL PRODUCT AND COMPANY IDENTIFICATION
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`PRODUCT NAME: Methanol
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`OTHER/GENERIC NAMES: Methyl Alcohol, Carbinol, Wood Alcohol
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`PRODUCT USE: Solvent
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`MANUFACTURER: Honeywell
`1953 South Harvey Street
`Muskegon, MI 49442
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`FOR MORE INFORMATION CALL:
`(Monday-Friday, 8:00am-5:00pm)
`1-800-932-5000
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`DISTRIBUTOR: VWR International
`1310 Goshen Parkway
`West Chester, PA 19380
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`IN CASE OF EMERGENCY CALL:
`(24 Hours/Day, 7 Days/Week)
`1-800-424-9300 (USA Only)
`For Transportation Emergencies:
`1-800-424-9300 (CHEMTREC - Domestic)
`1-613-996-6666(CANUTEC- Canada)
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`CAS NUMBER WEIGHT %
`67-56-1
`100
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`NOTE: Emergency telephone numbers are to be used only in the event of chemical emergencies involving a spill,
`leak, fire, exposure, or accident involving chemicals. All non-emergency questions should be directed to
`customer service.
`2. COMPOSITION/INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS
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`INGREDIENT NAME
`Methanol
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`Component Information/Information on Non-Hazardous Components
`This product is considered to be hazardous according to the criteria specified in 29 CFR 1910.1200 (Hazard
`Communication Standard) and the Canadian Controlled Product Regulations.
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`Trace impurities and additional material names not listed above may also appear in Section 15 toward the end of the
`MSDS. These materials may be listed for local "Right-To-Know" compliance and for other reasons.
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`3. HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION
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`EMERGENCY OVERVIEW: This product is a clear, volatile, flammable liquid. Has a slight alcoholic
`odor. Highly flammable. Vapours may form explosive mixtures with air. The product causes irritation of
`eyes, skin and mucous membranes. Toxic by inhalation, in contact with skin and if swallowed. Methanol
`can cause blindness. Causes headache, drowsiness or other effects to the central nervous system. Do not
`allow product to contact skin, eyes and clothing. Do not breathe vapours.
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`POTENTIAL HEALTH HAZARDS
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`EYES:
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`SKIN: Toxic in contact with skin. Skin absorption may cause toxic effects similar to those described for
`inhalation. Repeated or extended contact may cause erythema (reddening of the skin) or dermatitis,
`resulting from a defatting action on tissue.
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`Irritating to eyes. Symptoms include itching, burning, redness and tearing. Prolonged or acute contact
`may cause eye damage. This product may cause blindness if it is swallowed.
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`INHALATION: Toxic by inhalation. May cause blindness if inhaled. Vapours may cause drowsiness and
`dizziness. Inhalation of high vapour concentrations can cause CNS-depression and narcosis.
`Severe overexposure may produce more serious symptoms, including coma and risk of liver
`damage.
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`INGESTION: Toxic if swallowed. May be fatal or cause blindness if swallowed. Ingestion of this product may
`result in central nervous system effects including headache, sleepiness, dizziness, slurred speech
`and blurred vision.
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`DELAYED EFFECTS: Repeated or prolonged exposure may cause damage to the liver and central nervous
`system. This product may cause adverse reproductive effects. Methyl alcohol can
`produce damage to the optic nerve and central and motor nerves.
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`MEDICAL CONDITIONS
`AGGRAVATED BY EXPOSURE:
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`Pre-existing liver dysfunctions, or eye, skin and/or central nervous system
`disorders may be aggravated by exposure.
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`Ingredients found on one of the OSHA designated carcinogen lists are listed below.
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`INGREDIENT NAME
`OSHA LIST
`IARC STATUS
`NTP STATUS
`No component of this product at levels greater than or equal to 0.1% is identified as a carcinogen by ACGIH, IARC,
`NTP or OSHA.
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`4. FIRST AID MEASURES
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`SKIN: Wash off immediately with soap and plenty of water. Take off contaminated clothing and shoes
`immediately. Wash contaminated clothing before re-use. Call a physician immediately.
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`EYES: Rinse immediately with plenty of water, also under the eyelids, for at least 15 minutes. Call a physician
`immediately.
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`INHALATION: Move to fresh air in case of accidental inhalation of vapours. If not breathing, give artificial
`respiration. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen, provided a qualified operator is available. Call
`a physician immediately.
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`INGESTION: DO NOT induce vomiting. Immediate medical attention is required.
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`ADVICE TO PHYSICIAN: Treat symptomatically.
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`5. FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES
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`FLAMMABLE PROPERTIES
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`FLASH POINT:
`52°F (11°C)
`FLASH POINT METHOD: Closed Cup
`AUTOIGNITION TEMPERATURE: 867°F (464°C)
`UPPER FLAME LIMIT (volume % in air):
`36
`LOWER FLAME LIMIT (volume % in air):
`6
`FLAME PROPAGATION RATE (solids): Not applicable
`OSHA FLAMMABILITY CLASS: Class 1B Flammable Liquid
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`EXTINGUISHING MEDIA:
`Use alcohol-resistant foam, carbon dioxide (CO2) or dry chemical.
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`UNUSUAL FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARDS:
`Highly flammable. Vapours may form explosive mixtures with air. Vapours are heavier than air and may travel
`along the ground to some distant source of ignition and flash back. Suppress (knock down) gases/vapours/mists
`with a water spray jet.
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`Hazardous combustion products may include carbon monoxide, formaldehyde, and carbon dioxide (CO2).
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`SPECIAL FIRE FIGHTING PRECAUTIONS/INSTRUCTIONS:
`Water may be ineffective. Do not use a solid water stream as it may scatter and spread fire. Fire or intense heat
`may cause violent rupture of packages. Fire-fighters should wear self-contained, NIOSH-approved breathing
`apparatus and full protective clothing. In the event of fire, cool tanks with water spray. After fire, flush area with
`water to prevent re-ignition. Do not allow run-off from fire fighting to enter drains or water courses.
`6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
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`IN CASE OF SPILL OR OTHER RELEASE:
`Containment Procedures: Use personal protective equipment. Ensure adequate ventilation. Remove all sources of
`ignition. Stop flow of material, if this is without risk.
`Cleanup Procedures: Soak up with inert absorbent material (e.g. sand, silica gel, acid binder, universal binder,
`sawdust). Shovel into suitable container for disposal. Do not use sparking tools. Do not allow product to enter
`sewer or waterways.
`Evacuation Procedures: Keep unnecessary people away. Isolate area.
`Special Procedures: Use personal protective equipment. Remove all sources of ignition.
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`Spills and releases may have to be reported to Federal and/or local authorities. See Section 15 regarding reporting
`requirements.
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`7. HANDLING AND STORAGE
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`NORMAL HANDLING: (Always wear recommended personal protective equipment.)
`Ensure all equipment is electrically grounded before beginning transfer operations. Ensure adequate ventilation.
`Do not allow product to contact skin, eyes and clothing. Do not breathe vapours. Keep away from fire, sparks and
`heated surfaces. Keep container tightly closed in a dry and well-ventilated place. Not for human consumption.
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`STORAGE RECOMMENDATIONS:
`Keep in a well-ventilated place. Empty containers may retain product residue including Flammable or Explosive
`vapours. Do not cut, drill, grind, or weld near full, partially full, or empty product containers. Keep away from
`heat and sources of ignition. Store away from incompatible substances. Re-open used containers with caution.
`Containers which are opened must be carefully resealed and kept upright to prevent leakage. Store in area
`designed for storage of flammable liquids. Protect from physical damage.
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`8. EXPOSURE CONTROLS/PERSONAL PROTECTION
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`ENGINEERING CONTROLS:
`Provide local and general exhaust ventilation to effectively remove and prevent buildup of any vapours or mists
`generated from the handling of this product or use product in closed system. Local exhaust ventilation is
`preferred. Prevent electrostatic charge build-up by using common bonding and grounding techniques.
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`PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT
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`SKIN PROTECTION:
`Wear impervious gloves and impervious flame retardant antistatic protective clothing. Gloves must be
`inspected prior to use. For leak, spills, or other emergency, use full protective equipment.
`EYE PROTECTION:
`Wear chemical goggles and face shield. Remove contact lenses.
`RESPIRATORY PROTECTION:
`When workers are facing concentrations above the exposure limit they must use appropriate certified
`respirators.
`ADDITIONAL RECOMMENDATIONS:
`Provide eyewash stations and quick-drench shower facilities. High standards of skin care and personal
`hygiene should be exercised at all times.
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`OSHA (Final):
`OSHA (Vacated):
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`NIOSH:
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`Alberta:
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`New Brunswick:
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`EXPOSURE GUIDELINES
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`Component Exposure Limits
`Methanol (67-56-1)
`ACGIH:
`200 ppm TWA
`250 ppm STEL
`Skin - potential significant contribution to overall exposure by the cutaneous route
`200 ppm TWA; 260 mg/m3 TWA
`200 ppm TWA; 260 mg/m3 TWA
`250 ppm STEL; 325 mg/m3 STEL
`Prevent or reduce skin absorption
`200 ppm TWA; 260 mg/m3 TWA
`250 ppm STEL; 325 mg/m3 STEL
`Potential for dermal absorption
`200 ppm TWA; 262 mg/m3 TWA
`250 ppm STEL; 328 mg/m3 STEL
`Substance may be readily absorbed through intact skin
`200 ppm TWA
`250 ppm STEL
`Skin notation
`200 ppm TWA; 260 mg/m3 TWA
`250 ppm STEL; 310 mg/m3 STEL
`200 ppm TWA; 262 mg/m3 TWA
`250 ppm STEL; 328 mg/m3 STEL
`Skin - potential for cutaneous absorption
`200 ppm TWA; 262 mg/m3 TWA
`250 ppm STEL; 328 mg/m3 STEL
`Skin notation
`200 ppm TWA
`250 ppm STEL
`Skin - potential significant contribution to overall exposure by the cutaneous route
`200 ppm TWA; 262 mg/m3 TWA
`250 ppm STEL; 328 mg/m3 STEL
`Skin notation
`200 ppm TWAEV; 260 mg/m3 TWAEV
`250 ppm STEV; 325 mg/m3 STEV
`Absorption through skin, eyes, or mucous membranes
`200 ppm TWAEV; 262 mg/m3 TWAEV
`250 ppm STEV; 328 mg/m3 STEV
`Skin designation
`262 mg/m3 TWA; 200 ppm TWA
`328 mg/m3 STEL; 250 ppm STEL
`200 ppm TWA; 260 mg/m3 TWA
`250 ppm STEL; 310 mg/m3 STEL
`Skin notation
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`Northwest
`Territories:
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`Nova Scotia:
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`Nunavut:
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`Ontario:
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`Quebec:
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`Saskatchewan:
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`Yukon:
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`9. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
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`APPEARANCE: Clear, colorless liquid
`PHYSICAL STATE: Liquid
`MOLECULAR WEIGHT: 34.04
`CHEMICAL FORMULA: CH3OH
`ODOR: Slight alcohol
`SPECIFIC GRAVITY (water = 1.0): 0.792 gm/c3
`SOLUBILITY IN WATER (weight %): ~100%
`pH: Not applicable
`BOILING POINT: 145.8°F (64.7°C)
`MELTING POINT: Not applicable
`VAPOUR PRESSURE: 97 mm Hg
`VAPOUR DENSITY (air = 1.0): 1.11
`EVAPORATION RATE: ~5
`% VOLATILES: ~95%
`FLASH POINT: 52°F (11°C)
`(Flash point method and additional flammability data are found in Section 5.)
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`COMPARED TO: Butyl Acetate = 1
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`10. STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
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`NORMALLY STABLE? (CONDITIONS TO AVOID):
`Stable under recommended storage conditions.
`Avoid: Heat, flames and sparks. Incompatible products.
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`INCOMPATIBILITIES:
`Avoid strong oxidizers, plastics, rubber and coatings. May react with metallic aluminum and generate hydrogen
`gas.
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`HAZARDOUS DECOMPOSITION PRODUCTS:
`Hazardous decomposition products include carbon monoxide, formaldehyde, and carbon dioxide (CO2).
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`HAZARDOUS POLYMERISATION:
`Hazardous polymerisation does not occur.
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`11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
`Component Analysis - LD50/LC50
`Methanol (67-56-1)
`Rat: LD50 – Route: Inhalation; Dose: 83.2 mg/L/4H
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`LD50 – Route: Inhalation; Dose: 64000 ppm/4H
`LD50 – Route: Oral; Dose: 5628 mg/kg
`Rabbit: LD50 – Route: Dermal; Dose: 15800 mg/kg
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`IMMEDIATE (ACUTE) EFFECTS:
`The product causes irritation of eyes, skin and mucous membranes. Toxic by inhalation, in contact with skin and
`if swallowed. Methanol can cause blindness. Causes headache, drowsiness or other effects to the central nervous
`system.
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`DELAYED (SUBCHRONIC AND CHRONIC) EFFECTS:
`In human methanol poisoning, the transformation of methanol to formaldehyde and formic acid can cause
`metabolic acidosis and ocular injury. Repeated exposure to airborne concentrations in the range of 200 to 375
`ppm have been associated with headaches, and at 1200 to 8300 ppm with damaged vision. Neurological damage,
`giving rise to permanent motor dysfunction may follow methanol poisoning. Repeated skin contact can cause
`defatting dermatitis with dryness and cracking.
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`Repeated inhalation exposures to rats caused central nervous system and behavioral effects, and changes to the
`spleen. Repeated oral exposures to rats caused liver toxicity, central nervous system effects and behavioral
`changes.
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`Inhalation exposure of pregnant rats to very high concentrations of methanol in air, 7 hr/day on gestation days 1-
`19, produced fetotoxic effects (10,000 ppm) and birth defects (20,000 ppm), as well as maternal toxicity. No
`adverse effects were seen at 5,000 ppm.
`Pregnant rats administered methanol orally at very high dose levels (20-35 g/kg) on gestation day 10 produced
`fetotoxic effects, as well as maternal toxicity.
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`OTHER DATA:
`This material is not known or reported to be carcinogenic by any reference source including IARC, OSHA, NTP,
`or EPA.
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`12. ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
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`Prevent from entering sewer or waterway. This material may be slightly toxic to aquatic life.
`Component Analysis - Ecotoxicity - Aquatic Toxicity
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`Methanol (67-56-1)
`Test & Species
`96 Hr LC50 fathead minnow (28 days old)
`96 Hr LC50 rainbow trout (fingerling)
`48 Hr LC50 trout
`5 min EC50 Photobacterium phosphoreum
`15 min EC50 Photobacterium phosphoreum
`25 min EC50 Photobacterium phosphoreum
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`When released into the soil, water or air, this material is expected to readily biodegrade. Methanol is not expected to
`bioaccumulate.
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`29400 mg/L
`13 mg/L
`8000 mg/L
`43000 mg/L
`40000 mg/L
`39000 mg/L
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`Conditions
`flow-through
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`13. DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS
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`WASTE INFORMATION: U154. This product is a D001 ignitable waste in supplied form. Dispose of as special
`waste in compliance with local and national regulations. Waste codes should be assigned by the user based on the
`application for which the product was used. Incineration of waste material in an EPA-approved facility is
`recommended, allowing a solid, inert residue to form.
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`OTHER DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS: Observe all Federal, State, and Local Environmental regulations.
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`The information offered here is for the product as shipped. Use and/or alterations to the product such as mixing
`with other materials may significantly change the characteristics of the material and alter the RCRA classification and
`the proper disposal method.
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`14. TRANSPORT INFORMATION
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`Domestic:
`US DOT PROPER SHIPPING NAME: Methanol
`US DOT HAZARD CLASS: 3
`US DOT ID NUMBER:
`UN1230
`International:
`US DOT PROPER SHIPPING NAME: Methanol
`US DOT HAZARD CLASS: 3, (6.1)
`US DOT ID NUMBER:
`UN1230
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`TDG PROPER SHIPPING NAME: Methanol
`TDG HAZARD CLASS:
`3, (6.1)
`TDG ID NUMBER:
`UN1230
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`North American Emergency Response Guide (ERG) Number: 131
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`For additional information on shipping regulations affecting this material, contact the information number found in
`Section 1.
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`15. REGULATORY INFORMATION
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`TOXIC SUBSTANCES CONTROL ACT (TSCA)
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`PACKING GROUP:
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`II
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`PACKING GROUP:
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`II
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`PACKING GROUP:
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`II
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`TSCA INVENTORY STATUS: All components are on the U.S. EPA TSCA Inventory List.
`OTHER TSCA ISSUES:
`Additional TSCA information may exist. Contact VWR if you have questions
`regarding your application or use of this product.
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`SARA TITLE III/CERCLA
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`SARA/CERCLA RQ (lb)
`5000
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`SARA EHS TPQ (lb)
`None
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` Immediate. Delayed. Fire.
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`"Reportable Quantities" (RQs) and/or "Threshold Planning Quantities" (TPQs) exist for the following ingredients.
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`INGREDIENT NAME
`Methanol (67-56-1)
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`Spills or releases resulting in the loss of any ingredient at or above its RQ requires immediate notification to
`the National Response Center [(800) 424-8802] and to your Local Emergency Planning Committee.
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`SECTION 311 HAZARD CLASS:
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`SARA 313 TOXIC CHEMICALS:
`The following ingredients are SARA 313 "Toxic Chemicals". CAS numbers and weight percents are found in
`Section 2.
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`INGREDIENT NAME
`Methanol (67-56-1)
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`COMMENT
`1.0 % de minimis concentration
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`STATE RIGHT-TO-KNOW
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`In addition to the ingredients found in Section 2, the following are listed for state right-to-know purposes.
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`INGREDIENT NAME
`Methanol (67-56-1)
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`ADDITIONAL REGULATORY INFORMATION:
` None.
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`WHMIS CLASSIFICATION (CANADA):
`This product has been classified in accordance with the hazard criteria of the Controlled Products Regulations
`(CPR) and the MSDS contains all information required by CPR.
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`WHMIS Classification:
`B2- Flammable Liquid
`D1B- Very Toxic Material
`D2A- Chronic Toxic Effects
`D2B- Toxic Material
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`WEIGHT % COMMENT
`100
`CA, MA, MN, NJ, PA, RI
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`FOREIGN INVENTORY STATUS:
`Component Analysis - Inventory
`Component
`CAS # TSCA
`Methanol
`67-56-1 Yes
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`CAN
`DSL
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`EEC
`EINECS
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`AUST
`Yes
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`PHIL MITI
`Yes
`Yes
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`KOREA CHINA
`Yes
`Yes
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`16. OTHER INFORMATION
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`CURRENT ISSUE DATE:
`January 9, 2006
`PREVIOUS ISSUE DATE: New MSDS.
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`CHANGES TO MSDS FROM PREVIOUS ISSUE DATE ARE DUE TO THE FOLLOWING:
` New MSDS.
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` As per the OSHA Hazard Communication Standard, 1910.1200, the information
`contained within this MSDS must be given to those persons using this material. For
`laboratory use only. Not for food or drug use. Do not store with foodstuffs.
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`ACGIH = American Conference of Governmental Industrial Hygienists; CAS =
`Chemical Abstracts Service; CERCLA = Comprehensive Environmental Response,
`Compensation, and Liability Act; CFR = Code of Federal Regulations; CPR =
`Controlled Products Regulations; DOT = Department of Transportation; DSL =
`Domestic Substances List; EINECS = European Inventory of Existing Commercial
`Chemical Substances; EPA = Environmental Protection Agency; IARC = International
`Agency for Research on Cancer; IATA = International Air Transport Association;
`mg/Kg = milligrams per Kilogram; mg/L = milligrams per Liter; mg/m3 = milligrams
`per Cubic Meter; MSHA = Mine Safety and Health Administration; NA = Not
`Applicable or Not Available; NIOSH = National Institute for Occupational Safety and
`Health; NJTSR = New Jersey Trade Secret Registry; NTP = National Toxicology
`Program; OSHA = Occupational Safety and Health Administration; SARA = Superfund
`Amendments and Reauthorization Act; TDG = Transport Dangerous Goods; TSCA =
`Toxic Substances Control Act; WHMIS = Workplace Hazardous Materials Information
`System.
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`End of Sheet #BDH-130
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