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MSDS
2712804
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MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
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SECTION 1 - IDENTIFICATION |
Product Name: Methyl Alcohol 1/2 Gallon
Product Number: 27-128-04 Volume: 1875mL
Chemical Family: Solvent Synonyms: Aquatest Reagent
Molecular Formula: Mixture CAS#: Mixture
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SECTION 2 - INGREDIENTS |
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Ingredient |
CAS# |
% |
Formula |
PEL,ppm |
TLV,ppm |
SARA Title III |
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Methanol |
67-56-1 |
98v/v |
CH3OH |
200 |
200 |
Yes |
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SECTION 3 - PHYSICAL DATA |
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Ingredient |
Boiling Point ° F(° C) |
Solubility Specification H2O |
Gravity |
Melt Point ° C |
Vapor Density Air=1 |
Vapor Pressure mm Hg/° C |
Appearance / Odor |
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Methanol |
147(84) |
Soluble |
0.8 |
-97.8 |
1.11 |
100/21.2 |
Clear/Mild |
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SECTION 4 - FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARD DATA |
Flash Point: 53° F (12° C) closed cup; Product is very flammable.
Extinguisher Media: Carbon dioxide, dry chemical, alcohol foam, water.
Special Fire Fighting Procedures: Wear NIOSH/MSHA approved self-contained breathing apparatus, flame and chemical resistant clothing, hats, boots and gloves.
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SECTION 5 - HEALTH DATA |
A. Animal Toxicity: LD50: Oral Rat 5,628 mg/Kg
LC50: No Data
B. Effects of Exposure:
1. Acute Effects
a. Ingestion: Large quantities may cause GI disturbance, CNS depression, dizziness, unconsciousness, blindness, and death.
b. Skin Contact: Causes skin irritation.
c. Eye Contact: Causes eye irritation, possible blindness.
d. Inhalation: Irritating to mucous membranes and upper respiratory tract.
e. Medical conditions, if any, aggravated: Diseases of the eyes, liver, kidneys, or skin.
f. Most likely route of entry: skin, inhalation
2. Chronic Effects
Product contains Methanol. This substance is known to produce adverse reproductive effects in laboratory animals.
a. Skin Contact: Dry and cracked skin.
b. Inhalation: CNS depression, kidney and liver damage.
C. Emergency and First Aid Procedures
Ingestion: Call Poison Control Center for assistance.
Eye and Skin Contact: Immediately and continuously flush with flowing water. For exposure involving a significant quantity of material, contact a physician as soon as possible.
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SECTION 6 - REACTIVITY |
Incompatibility: Oxidizing agents, perchlorate acid, sodium hydroxide
Hazardous Decomposition Products: Carbon Monoxide
Conditions to Avoid: Incompatibles
Stability: Stable
Hazardous Polymerization: Will not occur
Other: No additional data
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SECTION 7 – ENVIRONMENTAL INFORMATION |
RCRA Code: D001
TSCA Registered: Yes
Spill and Leak Procedures: Wearing full protective equipment, cover spill with dry sand or vermiculite. Mix well and carefully transfer to a container.
Waste Disposal: Consult state, local, or federal EPA regulations for proper disposal.
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SECTION 8 – PROTECTION INFORMATION |
Ventilation Requirements: Laboratory fume hood
Respiratory Protection: High efficiency organic vapor respirator
Skin Protection: Wear impervious protective clothing including boots, gloves, lab coat, apron, or coveralls to prevent skin contact.
Eye/Face Protection: ANSI approved safety goggles
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SECTION 9 – SPECIAL PRECAUTIONS |
Handling and Storage: Keep containers tightly closed. Store in a standard flammable liquid storage cabinet. Wash thoroughly after use.
Other Precautions: Lab coat and apron, flame and chemical resistant coveralls, eyewash capable of sustained flushing, safety drench shower and hygienic facilities for washing.
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SECTION 10 – TRANSPORTATION INFORMATION U.S. D.O.T. |
Per 49 CFR 172
Shipping Description: Methanol Solution
Flammable Liquid, UN1993, PG II
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SECTION 11 – COMMENTS |
Danger: Flammable, irritates skin and eyes
Employers should use this information only as a supplement to other information gathered by them, and should make independent judgement of suitability of this information to ensure proper use and protect the health and safety of employees. This information is furnished without warranty, and any use of this product not in conformance with this Material Safety Data Sheet, or in combination with any other product or process, is the responsibility of the user.
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