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Methanol

CAS 67-56-1
EC 200-659-6

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01

Identification

Product identifiers, regulatory numbers, and supplier information

Product Information

Product Name
Methanol
Product Code
34860
Chemical Name
Mthanol
Synonyms
carbinol, MEOH, methyl hydroxide, monohydroxy methane

Regulatory Identifiers

CAS Number
67-56-1 Check regulations →
EC Number
200-659-6 Check regulations →
REACH No.
01-2119433307-44-0135

Identified Uses

Laboratory chemicals, Synthesis of substances

Manufacturers & Suppliers

S

Sigma-Aldrich Inc.

global supplier

3050 SPRUCE ST ST. LOUIS MO 63103 UNITED STATES

+1 314 771-5765

Emergency Contacts

CHEMTREC (USA)

800-424-9300

24 Hours/day; 7 Days/week

CHEMTREC (International)

+1-703-527-3887

24 Hours/day; 7 Days/week

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Hazard Identification

GHS classification, signal word, pictograms, and hazard statements

Classified danger

Hazard Classifications

Flam. Liq. Cat. 2 H225
Acute Tox. Cat. 3 H301
Acute Tox. Cat. 3 H331
Acute Tox. Cat. 3 H311
STOT SE Cat. 1 H370

GHS Pictograms

GHS02 - Flammable

GHS02

GHS06 - Acute toxicity

GHS06

GHS08 - Serious health hazard

GHS08

Hazard Statements

H225 Highly flammable liquid and vapor.
H301 + H311 + H331 Toxic if swallowed, in contact with skin or if inhaled.
H370 Causes damage to organs (Eyes, Central nervous system).

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 mist or vapors.
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/ eye protection/ face protection.
P303 + P361 + P353 IF ON SKIN (or hair): Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water/ shower.
P304 + P340 + P311 IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing. Call a POISON CENTER/ doctor.
P307 + P311 IF exposed: Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/ physician.
P362 Take off contaminated clothing and wash before reuse.
P370 + P378 In case of fire: Use dry sand, dry chemical or alcohol-resistant foam to extinguish.
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.
IF SWALLOWED: Immediately call a POISON CENTER/ doctor. Rinse mouth.

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Composition / Information on Ingredients

Chemical components, concentration ranges, and hazardous substance identification

Type Substance
Chemical Name CAS Number Concentration Hazardous
Methanol EC: 200-659-6 67-56-1 100% Yes
04

First Aid Measures

Emergency procedures for chemical exposure incidents

Inhalation

After inhalation: fresh air. Immediately call in physician. If breathing stops: immediately apply artificial respiration, if necessary also oxygen.

Skin contact

In case of skin contact: Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water/ shower. Call a physician immediately.

Eye contact

After eye contact: rinse out with plenty of water. Call in ophthalmologist. Remove contact lenses.

Ingestion

After swallowing: fresh air. Make victim drink ethanol (e.g. 1 drinking glass of a 40% alcoholic beverage). Call a doctor immediately (mention methanol ingestion). Only in exceptional cases, if no medical care is available within one hour, induce vomiting (only in fully conscious persons) and make victim drink ethanol again (approx. 0.3 ml of a 40% alcoholic beverage/kg body weight/hour).

Immediate Medical Attention

No data available

Medical Treatment

No data available

05

Firefighting Measures

Extinguishing media, specific hazards, and firefighter protection

The data for this section has not been processed yet.

06

Accidental Release Measures

Spill cleanup procedures, containment, and environmental protection

The data for this section has not been processed yet.

Related Products

Similar products with comparable safety profiles

07

Handling and Storage

Safe handling precautions, storage conditions, and workplace requirements

The data for this section has not been processed yet.

08

Exposure Controls / PPE

Occupational exposure limits, engineering controls, and protective equipment

Hands

Full contact Material: butyl-rubber Minimum layer thickness: 0.7 mm Break through time: 480 min Material tested:Butoject (KCL 898). Splash contact Material: Viton Minimum layer thickness: 0.7 mm Break through time: 120 min Material tested:Vitoject (KCL 890 / Aldrich Z677698, Size M). This recommendation applies only to the product stated in the safety data sheet, supplied by us and for the designated use. When dissolving in or mixing with other substances and under conditions deviating from those stated in EN 16523-1 please contact the supplier of CE-approved gloves (e.g. KCL GmbH, D-36124 Eichenzell, Internet: www.kcl.de).

Eyes

Use equipment for eye protection tested and approved under appropriate government standards such as NIOSH (US) or EN 166(EU). Safety glasses

Respiratory

Recommended Filter type: Filter type AX The entrepeneur has to ensure that maintenance, cleaning and testing of respiratory protective devices are carried out according to the instructions of the producer. These measures have to be properly documented. required when vapours/aerosols are generated. Our recommendations on filtering respiratory protection are based on the following standards: DIN EN 143, DIN 14387 and other accompanying standards relating to the used respiratory protection system.

Skin/Body

Flame retardant antistatic protective clothing.

Environmental

Do not let product enter drains. Risk of explosion.

09

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
liquid
Colour
colorless
Colour Intensity
---
Form
liquid
Odor
characteristic
Odor Threshold
10 ppm
Ph
No data available
Melting Point
-98 C (-144 F)
Boiling Point
64.7 C 148.5 F
Flash Point
9.7 C (49.5 F)
Freezing Point
-98 C (-144 F)
Softening Point
---
Solidification Point
---
Cloud Point
---
Crystallisation Point
---
Relative Evaporation Rate
---
Evaporation Rate
6.3 - Diethyl ether1.9 - n-butyl acetate
Vapor Pressure
169.27 hPa at 25 C (77 F)
Vapor Density
1.11
Relative Density
0.79 - 0.820 C
Bulk Density
---
Density
0.791 g/mL at 25 C (77 F)
Flammability
No data available
Upper Explosive Limit
44 %(V)
Lower Explosive Limit
5.5 %(V)
Explosive Limits
---
Auto Ignition Temperature
455.0 C (851.0 F)
Decomposition Temperature
Distillable in an undecomposed state at normal pressure.
Solubility
---
Partition Coefficient
log Pow: -0.77 at 25 C (77 F)
Solubility In Water
1,000 g/l at 20 C (68 F) - completely miscible
Solubility In Fat
---
Molecular Weight
---
Voc Content
---
Metal Corrosion
---
Dynamic Viscosity
---
Kinematic Viscosity
0.54 - 0.59 mm2/s at 20 C (68 F)
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

The data for this section has not been processed yet.

13

Disposal Considerations

Waste treatment methods, disposal recommendations, and waste codes

The data for this section has not been processed yet.

14

Transport Information

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

UN Number
1230
Shipping Name
Methanol
Transport Class
3
Packing Group
II
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Regulatory Information

Chemical regulations, safety assessments, and compliance status

The data for this section has not been processed yet.

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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: carbinol, MEOH, methyl hydroxide, monohydroxy methane

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 liquid with colorless color. It has characteristic odor.

What is Methanol used for?

Laboratory chemicals, Synthesis of substances

What are the hazard statements for Methanol?

This substance has 3 hazard statements:

  • H225: Highly flammable liquid and vapor.
  • H301 + H311 + H331: Toxic if swallowed, in contact with skin or if inhaled.
  • H370: Causes damage to organs (Eyes, Central nervous system).

What is the melting point of Methanol?

The melting point is -98 C (-144 F) and the boiling point is 64.7 C 148.5 F.

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