Identification
Product identifiers, regulatory numbers, and supplier information
Product Information
- Product Name
- Methanol
- Chemical Name
- Methyl alcohol
- Synonyms
- houtgeest
Regulatory Identifiers
- CAS Number
- 67-56-1 Check regulations →
- EC Number
- 200-659-6 Check regulations →
- REACH No.
- 01-2119433307-44-0135
Identified Uses
Industrial use: Distribution of substance. Formulation & (re)packing of substances and mixtures. Use as a fuel. Use in cleaning agents. Use as laboratory reagent. Water treatment chemicals, wastewater. Professional use: Use as a fuel. Use in cleaning agents. Use as laboratory reagent. Use in oil and gas field drilling and production operations. Consumer use: Use in cleaning agents.
Uses advised against
None identified
Manufacturers & Suppliers
Methanex Europe SA/NV
Waterloo Office Park - Building P Drve Richelle 161 - box 31 B-1410 Waterloo
+(32) 2 352 06 70
Emergency Contacts
Emergency Contact
+44 (0) 1235 239 670
24h/7d
Hazard Identification
GHS classification, signal word, pictograms, and hazard statements
Hazard Classifications
GHS Pictograms
GHS02
GHS06
GHS08
Hazard Statements
Precautionary Statements
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Composition / Information on Ingredients
Chemical components, concentration ranges, and hazardous substance identification
| Chemical Name | CAS Number | Concentration | Hazardous |
|---|---|---|---|
| ALCOOL METHYLIQUE EC: 200-659-6 | 67-56-1 | 99.85% | Yes |
Component Related Regulatory Information Specific concentration limit (SCL): STOT SE 1; H370: C 10%, STOT SE 2; H371: 3% C < 10%
First Aid Measures
Emergency procedures for chemical exposure incidents
Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing. Administer oxygen if breathing is difficult. Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor.
Symptoms: Breathing is difficult. Coma and death due to respiratory failure may follow severe exposures. Toxic if inhaled.
Remove/take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Wash with plenty of water. Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor. Wash contaminated clothing before reuse.
Symptoms: Toxic if in contact with skin.
Immediately flush eyes with water for at least 15 minutes, while holding eyelids open. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. If irritation develops and persists, get medical attention.
Symptoms: Irritation develops and persists.
Rinse mouth. Do NOT induce vomiting. Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. Seek medical attention immediately.
Symptoms: Poison. May be fatal if swallowed. If swallowed there is a risk of blindness. Toxic if swallowed. Ingestion causes nausea, weakness and central nervous system effects, headache, vomiting, dizziness, symptoms of drunkenness. Coma and death due to respiratory failure may follow severe exposures.
Immediate Medical Attention
Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor. Seek medical attention immediately. Medical treatment necessary. If ingested, get immediate medical attention. There is a need for rapid treatment of any ingestion exposure.
Medical Treatment
Treat symptomatically and supportively. The severity of outcome following methanol ingestion may be more related to the time between ingestion and treatment, rather than the amount ingested. Therefore, there is a need for rapid treatment of any ingestion exposure.
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
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
Provide adequate local exhaust ventilation to maintain worker exposure below exposure limits. Use explosion-proof electrical/ventilating/lighting equipment. Handle substance within a closed system. Ground/Bond container and receiving equipment. Maintain eye wash fountain and quick-drench shower in work area.
Wear suitable gloves tested to (EN 374), butyl rubber.
Use eye protection according to EN 166, designed to protect against liquid splashes.
Any supplied-air respirator with a full face piece that is operated in a pressure-demand or other positive-pressure mode (EN 137). Respirator selection must be based on known or anticipated exposure levels, the hazards of the product and the safe working limits of the selected respirator.
Wear appropriate chemical resistant clothing (EN ISO 6529).
Physical and Chemical Properties
Appearance, physical state, melting point, boiling point, and material characteristics
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
- UN1230
- Shipping Name
- METHANOL
- Transport Class
- 3
- Packing Group
- II
Regulatory Information
Chemical regulations, safety assessments, and compliance status
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about safety, handling, and properties
What other names is Methanol known by?
Methanol is also known as: houtgeest
What is the hazard signal word for Methanol?
The signal word is danger.
What is the physical form of Methanol?
Methanol is a liquid appearing as clear with colorless color. It has alcohol odor odor.
What is the solubility of Methanol?
Not available
What is Methanol used for?
Industrial use: Distribution of substance. Formulation & (re)packing of substances and mixtures. Use as a fuel. Use in cleaning agents. Use as laboratory reagent. Water treatment chemicals, wastewater. Professional use: Use as a fuel. Use in cleaning agents. Use as laboratory reagent. Use in oil and gas field drilling and production operations. Consumer use: Use in cleaning agents.
What are the hazard statements for Methanol?
This substance has 5 hazard statements:
- H225: Highly flammable liquid and vapor.
- H301: Toxic if swallowed.
- H311: Toxic in contact with skin.
- H331: Toxic if inhaled.
- H370: Causes damage to organs.
What is the melting point of Methanol?
The melting point is -97.8 C and the boiling point is 64.7 C.