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Methyl formate

CAS 107-31-3
EC 203-481-7

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01

Identification

Product identifiers, regulatory numbers, and supplier information

Product Information

Product Name
Methyl formate
Product Code
A15850
Chemical Name
Methyl formate

Regulatory Identifiers

CAS Number
107-31-3 Check regulations →
EC Number
203-481-7 Check regulations →

Identified Uses

SU24 Scientific research and development

Manufacturers & Suppliers

Alfa Aesar GmbH & Co.KG logo

Alfa Aesar GmbH & Co.KG

manufacturer

Zeppelinstr. 7b 76185 Karlsruhe / Germany

+49 (0) 721 84007 280

http://www.alfa.com

Emergency Contacts

Emergency Contact

+49 (0) 7275 988687-0

Carechem 24

+44 (0) 1235 239 670

Poison Information Center Mainz

+49(0)6131/19240

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Hazard Identification

GHS classification, signal word, pictograms, and hazard statements

Classified danger

Hazard Classifications

Flam. Liq. Cat. 1 H224
Acute Tox. Cat. 4 H302
Acute Tox. Cat. 4 H332
Eye Irrit. Cat. 2 H319
STOT SE Cat. 3 H335

GHS Pictograms

GHS02 - Flammable

GHS02

GHS07 - Health hazard

GHS07

Hazard Statements

H224 Extremely flammable liquid and vapour.
H302 Harmful if swallowed.
H319 Causes serious eye irritation.
H332 Harmful if inhaled.
H335 May cause respiratory irritation.

Precautionary Statements

P210 Keep away from heat/sparks/open flames/hot surfaces. - No smoking.
P241 Use explosion-proof electrical/ventilating/lighting/equipment.
P303+P361+P353 IF ON SKIN (or hair): Remove/Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin present and easy to do. Continue rinsing.
P305+P351+P338 IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing.
P405 Store locked up.
P501 Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local/regional/national/international regulations.

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Composition / Information on Ingredients

Chemical components, concentration ranges, and hazardous substance identification

Chemical Name CAS Number Concentration Hazardous
Methyl formate EC: 203-481-7 107-31-3 --- No
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First Aid Measures

Emergency procedures for chemical exposure incidents

Inhalation

Supply fresh air. If required, provide artificial respiration. Keep patient warm.

Skin contact

Instantly wash with water and soap and rinse thoroughly. Seek immediate medical advice.

Eye contact

Rinse opened eye for several minutes under running water. Then consult doctor. Seek medical treatment.

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Firefighting Measures

Extinguishing media, specific hazards, and firefighter protection

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Accidental Release Measures

Spill cleanup procedures, containment, and environmental protection

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Related Products

Similar products with comparable safety profiles

07

Handling and Storage

Safe handling precautions, storage conditions, and workplace requirements

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Exposure Controls / PPE

Occupational exposure limits, engineering controls, and protective equipment

Engineering

Properly operating chemical fume hood designed for hazardous chemicals and having an average face velocity of at least 100 feet per minute.

Hands

Maintain an ergonomically appropriate working environment. Use breathing protection with high concentrations. Check protective gloves prior to each use for their proper condition. The selection of the suitable gloves does not only depend on the material, but also on further marks of quality and varies from manufacturer to manufacturer. Impervious gloves.

Eyes

Safety glasses

Respiratory

Use breathing protection with high concentrations.

Skin/Body

Protective work clothing.

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Physical and Chemical Properties

Appearance, physical state, melting point, boiling point, and material characteristics

Physical State
Liquid
Physical State Data
liquid
State Under Standard Conditions
---
Appearance
Form: Liquid
Colour
Colourless
Colour Intensity
---
Form
---
Odor
Pleasant
Odor Threshold
Not determined.
Ph
Not determined.
Melting Point
-100 °C
Boiling Point
32-33 °C
Flash Point
-26 °C
Freezing Point
---
Softening Point
---
Solidification Point
---
Cloud Point
---
Crystallisation Point
---
Relative Evaporation Rate
---
Evaporation Rate
Not determined.
Vapor Pressure
640 hPa
Vapor Density
Not determined.
Relative Density
Not determined.
Bulk Density
---
Density
0.97 g/cm3
Flammability
---
Upper Explosive Limit
23 Vol %
Lower Explosive Limit
5 Vol %
Explosive Limits
---
Auto Ignition Temperature
450 °C
Decomposition Temperature
Not determined
Solubility
300 g/l
Partition Coefficient
Not determined.
Solubility In Water
300 g/l
Solubility In Fat
---
Molecular Weight
---
Voc Content
---
Metal Corrosion
---
Dynamic Viscosity
Not determined.
Kinematic Viscosity
Not determined.
Properties Status
---
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Stability and Reactivity

Chemical stability, hazardous reactions, and incompatible materials

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Ecological Information

Environmental toxicity, biodegradation, and bioaccumulation data

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Disposal Considerations

Waste treatment methods, disposal recommendations, and waste codes

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Transport Information

UN numbers, shipping names, transport classes, and regulatory requirements

UN Number
UN1243
Shipping Name
METHYL FORMATE
Transport Class
3
Packing Group
I
ADR

Warning: Flammable liquids.

IMDG

Warning: Flammable liquids.

IATA

Warning: Flammable liquids.

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Regulatory Information

Chemical regulations, safety assessments, and compliance status

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about safety, handling, and properties

What is the hazard signal word for Methyl formate?

The signal word is danger.

What is the physical form of Methyl formate?

Methyl formate is a liquid appearing as form: liquid with colourless color. It has pleasant odor.

What is the solubility of Methyl formate?

300 g/l

What is Methyl formate used for?

SU24 Scientific research and development

What are the hazard statements for Methyl formate?

This substance has 5 hazard statements:

  • H224: Extremely flammable liquid and vapour.
  • H302: Harmful if swallowed.
  • H319: Causes serious eye irritation.
  • H332: Harmful if inhaled.
  • H335: May cause respiratory irritation.

What is the melting point of Methyl formate?

The melting point is -100 °C and the boiling point is 32-33 °C.

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