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What is Methyl chloroformate?

Methyl chloroformate (CAS: 79-22-1). It's a colourless substance commonly used Laboratory chemicals, Synthesis of substances

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Signal Word

danger

Classification

N/A
GHS02 pictogramGHS07 pictogramGHS05 pictogramGHS06 pictogram

Hazard Statements

  • H225: Highly flammable liquid and vapour.
  • H302: Harmful if swallowed or in contact with skin
  • H312: Harmful if swallowed or in contact with skin
  • H314: Causes severe skin burns and eye damage.
  • H318: Causes serious eye damage.
  • H330: Fatal if inhaled.

Precautionary Statements

  • P210: Keep away from heat/sparks/open flames/hot surfaces. No smoking.
  • P233: Keep container tightly closed.
  • P240: Ground/bond container and receiving equipment.
  • P241: Use explosion-proof electrical/ ventilating/ lighting/ equipment.
  • P242: Use only non-sparking tools.
  • P243: Take precautionary measures against static discharge.
  • P260: Do not breathe dust/ fume/ gas/ mist/ vapours/ spray.
  • P264: Wash skin thoroughly after handling.
  • P270: Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product.
  • P271: Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area.
  • P280: Wear protective gloves/ protective clothing/ eye protection/ face protection.
  • P284: Wear respiratory protection.
  • P301+P312+P330: IF SWALLOWED: Call a POISON CENTER/doctor if you feel unwell. Rinse mouth.
  • P301+P330+P331: IF SWALLOWED: Rinse mouth. Do NOT induce vomiting.
  • P303+P361+P353: IF ON SKIN (or hair): Remove/ Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water/ shower.
  • P304+P340+P310: IF INHALED: Remove victim to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing. Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/ physician.
  • P305+P351+P338+P310: IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. Immediately call a POISON CENTER/doctor.
  • P363: Wash contaminated clothing before reuse.
  • P370+P378: In case of fire: Use dry sand, dry chemical or alcohol-resistant foam for extinction.
  • P403+P233: Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed.
  • P403+P235: Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep cool.
  • P405: Store locked up.
  • P501: Dispose of contents/ container to an approved waste disposal plant.

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Manufacturer

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Physical State
liquid
Physical State Data
liquid
State Under Standard Conditions
Not available
Appearance
colourless
Colour
colourless
Colour Intensity
Not available
Form
liquid
Odor
Not available
Odor Threshold
Not available
Ph
No data available
Property
Not available
Property
Not available

Product Information

  • Product Code: M35304

Frequently Asked Questions

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What is the hazard signal word for Methyl chloroformate?

The signal word for this substance is "danger".

What is the physical form of Methyl chloroformate?

Methyl chloroformate is a liquid appearing as colourless with colourless color.

What is Methyl chloroformate used for?

Laboratory chemicals, Synthesis of substances

What are the hazard statements for Methyl chloroformate?

This substance has 6 hazard statements: H225: Highly flammable liquid and vapour. H302: Harmful if swallowed or in contact with skin H312: Harmful if swallowed or in contact with skin H314: Causes severe skin burns and eye damage. H318: Causes serious eye damage. H330: Fatal if inhaled.

What is the melting point of Methyl chloroformate?

The melting point is < - 80.99 ℃ ( < - 113.78 ºF) and the boiling point is 70 - 72 °℃ (158 - 162 ºF) - lit..